Zaytinya
How popular is Zaytinya? Well, the restaurant serves, on average, 750 people per night during the week and 1,000 per night on weekends. It's big and it's busy and it always has been. Executive Chef Jos Andr s is behind ... www.zaytinya.com
Urfa Tomato Kabob
A kebab shop joins the ranks in Chinatown. washingtonpost.com
Ezme
Ezme gives Dupont Circle patrons a chance to try a new type of ethnic cuisine. Ezme serves up delicious Turkish food known as mez s. You can think of Mez s as Mediterranean tapas. Served on a small plate, mez s allow for di... metromix.com
Levante's
The word "Levante" is derived from "Levantine" which describes the eastern Mediterranean coastal region that today includes: Turkey, Greece and extends into Lebanon and Israel. The era of the Ottoman Empire and Alexander t... opentable.com
Meze
Started by two brothers from Turkey, Meze offers a romantic atmosphere to enjoy reasonably priced Turkish food. "Meze" comes from the Persian word for flavor. Customers can enjoy traditional dishes such as Mucver, zucchini ... metromix.com
Cafe 8
From falafel to baklava to pides (Mediterranean pizzas, shaped like a doughy canoe), Cafe 8 offers a wide variety of Mediterranean fare. The decor is warm, the bar is stocked with European beers and liquors (including absin... metromix.com
Atilla's
Atilla's restaurant has been open for over 25 years, and one of the few places that you can get traditional Turkish cuisine without the funny smell. They have recently expanded their menu yet still keep their prices reasona... metromix.com
Westchester Dining Room
The Westchester Dining Room comes through a time portal, last dinosaur of a time when fancy apartment complexes included a fine-dining room so hardworking residents would not have to cook themselves dinner. The Westchester,... metromix.com
Lebanese Taverna
This family-owned restaurant, which opened in 1990, is known for its friendly service and basic but satisfying Lebanese cuisine. The taverna fronts on Connecticut Avenue, which makes its patio a favorite spot in ... www.lebanesetaverna.com
Rosemary's Thyme Bistro
Rosemary's Thyme Bistro is a delicious Mediterranean restaurant featuring Turkish and Italian dishes. This restaurant is one of the few in the area to serve pides, a Mediterranean inside-out pizza. Their street-level patio ... metromix.com
Cafe Divan
This is a menu that embraces feta cheese "cigars," shredded chicken in walnut sauce and one of the glories of Turkish cuisine: doner kebab, slices of marinated lamb and veal carved from a vertical spit. washingtonpost.com
The Westchester Restaurant
A taste of Turkey in the lobby of a Northwest apartment building. washingtonpost.com
Agora
Agora is a sensory pleasure oasis showcasing Mediterranean mezes with highlighted libations from Turkey & Greece. opentable.com
Dc Cafe
DC Cafe offers patrons a lot, despite its small size. A grill cook is there to prepare a variety of Middle Eastern dishes, like gyros, shwarma and falafel, and American foods, such as fries and pizza, upon order.There is al... metromix.com
Neyla
Meet Neyla, the Mediterranean spirit of prosperity, abundance, and success. The restaurant that celebrates her is a treat for the senses and social graces. Both elegant and comfortable, Neyla is inspired by Romanesque Medi... opentable.com
Eat Wonky
The Wonky Truck is what happens when you take the simplicity of the In N" Out menu, the distinctiveness of a Primanti sandwich, the fun and energy of Las Vegas, and put it on wheels! Eat Wonky is known for their unique Wonk... metromix.com
Rumi Mediterranean Kitchen
Rumi is a step up from your average lunch counter. Also known as Pizza Milano, Rumi offers an extensive menu of Middle Eastern specialties (falafel, kabobs) along with pizza and pasta. Catering is also available. Order at t... metromix.com