5 Best Mediterranean Restaurants in London (2026)

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By Thorne Savarin, Culinary Explorer · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 8 min read

Booking a table at one of the Mediterranean restaurants in London usually means picking a coastline first: Greek mezze, Middle Eastern small plates, or Italian classics, since the region covers a lot of ground. The names below have logged tens of thousands of Google reviews combined, led by one restaurant alone sitting at nearly 30,000, so the volume of feedback here is unusually deep for London dining.

Short answer: The most-reviewed name on this list is Ave Mario (4.8 stars, 29,492 reviews), a Big Mamma Group Italian restaurant in Covent Garden known for its theatrical interiors and wood-fired pizza. For East Mediterranean mezze, Brother Marcus Covent Garden (4.9, 5,943 reviews) has the highest rating of the group, and The Palomar (4.5, 2,703 reviews) is the pick for Middle Eastern small plates with a Michelin Bib Gourmand behind it. Expect a mid-range dinner to run roughly £30 to £60 per person.

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London's Mediterranean Dining Scene, Compared

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	Ave Mario	4.8 ★	29,492	Big groups & theatrical dining	View ›
2	Brother Marcus Covent Garden	4.9 ★	5,943	East Mediterranean mezze	View ›
3	Prezzo	4.5 ★	5,603	Family-friendly Italian	View ›
4	The Palomar	4.5 ★	2,703	Middle Eastern small plates	View ›
5	The Real Greek - St. Martin's Lane	4.4 ★	2,497	Greek classics	View ›

5 Best Mediterranean Restaurants in London (2026)

Our top picks, reviewed

#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Ave Mario

4.829,492 Google reviews

Ave Mario is an Italian restaurant in Covent Garden and part of the Big Mamma Group, serving wood-fired pizza, fresh pasta, and Italian specialities across multiple dramatically decorated floors. Reviewers describe striking interiors on every level, from a standout entrance bar to elaborately designed bathrooms, alongside a menu built around shareable pasta and pizza dishes.

What people praise

Reviewers repeatedly call the interior design and decor some of the most impressive they have seen in London
Carbonara served in a cheese wheel and the lemon meringue cake are singled out by multiple reviewers
Multiple floors mean it comfortably handles larger groups without feeling cramped
By far the largest review base of any restaurant on this list

Worth knowing

Some reviewers note the pizza can arrive slightly undercooked compared to the rest of the menu

Reputation scorecardrank in London

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume29,492 · 97th

Confidencevery high

Recency4 weeks ago

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Rating breakdown89% 5-star

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Our take: This is an Italian restaurant rather than a Middle Eastern or Greek one, so it sits at the broader end of Mediterranean cuisine. It earns its spot on sheer review volume and consistency, and it's the pick if you want a big, memorable group meal.

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15 Henrietta St, London WC2E 8QG

#2🕑 Open 7 days

Brother Marcus Covent Garden

4.95,943 Google reviews

Brother Marcus Covent Garden is a restaurant serving modern East Mediterranean food inspired by travels around Greece, Turkey, and the Levant, with menus built around mezze, bold spice blends, and quality olive oil, alongside all-day breakfast and weekend brunch. Dishes are made fresh daily, from smoky shakshuka to sharing platters designed for groups.

What people praise

The baba ganoush and mezze sharing platters are singled out repeatedly, including by a reviewer who called it the best they had ever had
Servers are named and praised often, with reviewers noting genuine care around food intolerances
Clearly labelled vegetarian options and accessible facilities noted by multiple reviewers
Highest rating of any restaurant on this list

Reputation scorecardrank in London

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume5,943 · 92nd

Confidencevery high

Recency5 weeks ago

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Rating breakdown91% 5-star

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Our take: The highest-rated name here, and the reviews consistently point to both the food and the service as the reasons why. A strong pick specifically for East Mediterranean mezze rather than a broader Italian menu.

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23 Slingsby Pl, London WC2E 9AB

#3🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Prezzo

4.55,603 Google reviews

Prezzo is an Italian restaurant chain, with this Northumberland Avenue branch located near Trafalgar Square and Charing Cross. It serves classic Italian dishes from spaghetti carbonara to pizza and tiramisu in a family-friendly setting.

What people praise

Reviewers describe the space as airy and comfortable, well suited to families
Staff praised for handling busy periods, including marathon-day crowds, calmly and kindly
Multiple reviewers call the pizza and pasta reliably good for the price point
Central location within walking distance of Charing Cross and Embankment stations

Worth knowing

A few reviewers note the dining room gets loud during peak lunch and dinner hours

Reputation scorecardrank in London

Rating4.5 / 5

Review volume5,603 · 87th

Confidencevery high

Recency6 weeks ago

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Rating breakdown73% 5-star

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Our take: Also an Italian restaurant rather than Greek or Middle Eastern, and a dependable, central choice if you want familiar Italian dishes near the West End without a long wait for a table.

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31-32 Northumberland Ave, London WC2N 5BW

#4🕑 Open 7 days

The Palomar

4.52,703 Google reviews

The Palomar is a Soho restaurant serving Middle Eastern-inspired food built around traditional recipes and modern technique, with an open kitchen counter where diners can watch the cooking. It has held a Michelin Bib Gourmand since opening in 2014 and bakes its own bread daily.

What people praise

The octopus, hamachi crudo, and baba ganoush are named repeatedly as standout dishes
Counter seating in front of the open kitchen is a distinctive part of the experience for many reviewers
Staff are described as knowledgeable about both the food and drinks menu
One reviewer, a professional chef, specifically praised the spotless kitchen and staff discipline

Worth knowing

Reviewers note portions add up quickly for a group, and it sits at the higher end of the price range on this list

Reputation scorecardrank in London

Rating4.5 / 5

Review volume2,703 · 82nd

Confidencevery high

Recency5 weeks ago

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Rating breakdown76% 5-star

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Our take: A Michelin Bib Gourmand pick that reviewers describe as a genuine special-occasion destination, particularly for Middle Eastern small plates. Book ahead, since reviewers consistently mention how busy it gets.

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34 Rupert St, London W1D 6DN

#5🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

The Real Greek - St. Martin's Lane

4.42,497 Google reviews

The Real Greek - St. Martin's Lane is part of The Real Greek chain, serving classic Greek dishes including calamari, meat platters, and Greek salad in a casual setting near Covent Garden and the West End theatres.

What people praise

Reviewers repeatedly praise the meat platter and calamari as generous and flavourful
Named servers like Batu are called out often for attentive, friendly service
A popular pre-theatre choice, with reviewers noting quick service before a show
Family-friendly kids' menu available

Worth knowing

One reviewer notes the kids' sausage option was too salty for younger palates

Reputation scorecardrank in London

Rating4.4 / 5

Review volume2,497 · 76th

Confidencevery high

Recency8 weeks ago

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Rating breakdown67% 5-star

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Our take: The most straightforwardly Greek option on this list, and a reliable, casual pre-theatre pick near Covent Garden. It ranks last mainly on a smaller review base and slightly lower rating than the others.

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54 St Martin's Ln, London WC2N 4EA

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Watch: 5 Best Mediterranean Restaurants in London (2026)

How we score

Every number on this page is computed from public Google data on the date shown, not from opinion or payment. Rating is the business’s live Google star average. Review volume is how many customers have rated them, measured against the other restaurants on this page. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 4.8 built on nearly 30,000 reviews carries far more weight than a similar rating built on a few hundred. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much does a meal cost at London’s Mediterranean restaurants? (2026)

Prices vary a lot by restaurant and course choice. Reviewer-reported spend per person, drawn from Google review highlights on this page, ranges from casual lunches to a full tasting-style dinner.

Job	Typical price
Casual lunch per person	£10 to £30
Standard dinner per person	£30 to £60
Larger sharing dinner per person	£60 to £100+

Ranges compiled August 2026 from reviewer-reported price-per-person highlights on Google reviews for the restaurants on this page. Actual pricing depends on what you order; check each restaurant’s own menu for current prices.

Serving Central London

Every restaurant on this page sits in or around Covent Garden, Soho, and the West End, within easy walking distance of Charing Cross, Leicester Square, and Covent Garden stations. Searching for a Mediterranean restaurant near me in London? Every listing below shows a live phone number and booking link so you can grab a table fast.

What to ask before you book a table

Do you take reservations, and how far ahead should I book for a weekend or pre-theatre slot?
Can the kitchen accommodate specific allergies or intolerances?
Is the menu designed for sharing, or is it individual plates?
Is there a vegetarian or vegan menu, and how extensive is it?
What is the typical spend per person for a full meal with drinks?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these restaurants?

We started from restaurants in London serving Mediterranean-region cuisine, from Italian to Greek to Middle Eastern, with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency, and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from the public Google data in the scorecard. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position on the underlying data.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (August 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

Is Italian food considered Mediterranean cuisine?

Broadly, yes. Italy borders the Mediterranean Sea and its cuisine is often grouped under the wider Mediterranean umbrella, though it’s a distinct culinary tradition from Greek or Middle Eastern cooking. Two restaurants on this page, Ave Mario and Prezzo, are specifically Italian rather than Greek or Middle Eastern.

Which restaurant on this list is best for a special occasion?

The Palomar, which has held a Michelin Bib Gourmand since 2014, is the strongest pick here for a special-occasion Middle Eastern meal. Book well ahead, since reviewers describe it filling up quickly.

The bottom line

Brother Marcus Covent Garden is the safe default if you want a genuinely East Mediterranean mezze meal with the highest rating on this list, while Ave Mario is the pick for a bigger, louder Italian night out. Book ahead for all of them, especially around pre-theatre hours.

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