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The Mediterranean

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1847 Willow Pass Rd
Concord, CA 94520

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The Mediterranean
Local(925) 825-0608

1847 Willow Pass Rd
Concord, CA 94520

http://eastbay.citysearch.com/profile/943773/concord_ca/mediterranean.html

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For two star Middle Eastern, try The Mediterranean in Concord. This restaurant features valet parking. This restaurant is handicap accessible.

User Reviews of The Mediterranean

Yelp.com Review - by Matthew P.

5.0 of 5 stars. I used to live in Concord and I stubbled across this place by accident one day. I really like Mediterranean food so I figured I'd give it a shot. Their lamb dishes and falafel's are very good. It...
yelp.com - user review - 10/15/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Dominique M.

5.0 of 5 stars. This place is amazing! Love, love, love it! Great food, great prices, great atmosphere! Nothing bad to say!
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Hopia M.

4.0 of 5 stars. This is the Sistine Chapel of Concord.Visit and you'll see what I mean.
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Beeba J.

5.0 of 5 stars. Great place, interesting decor, I have been eating there for years. consistent service and even better lowest prices. Highly recommended.
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by POHALbD H.

3.0 of 5 stars. I found this place to be pretty decent. All the side dishes like the hummus, the dolmas, and everything else I tried was very good. I also ordered the lamb shawerma which unfortunatly left me very...
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Smart P.

5.0 of 5 stars. Awesome place , I take all my friends and family here and all have loved it! Super fresh food , great casual service!! Love the falafel!! Great place to stop and get deli sides when going to a party...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Joe E.

5.0 of 5 stars. It's close, quick, and ran by nice people. Unfortunately, I can't stray away from the Lamb Shawarmas. I always tell myself I'm going to get something else but in the heat of the moment, all that can...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Stuart M.

4.0 of 5 stars. Despite the strip-mall anti-ambience and uncomfortable seating, this is the go-to place in the Far East Bay for falafel and shawerma. All the home-style salads and finger foods in the deli case are...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Eric W.

4.0 of 5 stars. I have had some REALLY good falafel sandwiches around the world and was excited to find a place that can hold their own. It's hard to find good places that use eggplant, fries and square flat-bread...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by sandyann g.

4.0 of 5 stars. I ordered the Chicken Shawerma spicy last night. Now normally, I am not a fan of chicken, but this was so yummy! The combination of the chicken, cucumbers, spices, sauce and wrap were delicious. The...
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by M N.

2.0 of 5 stars. Ok, based on other reviews, I might have gotten them on a bad day or something.Don't know why, but the lamb shawerma wasn't very good...and I love my lamb shawerma!!! Oh well, on with the hunt for a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Angie I.

4.0 of 5 stars. One word....yummo! Found this place by chance and have been a loyal customer ever since! The prices are reasonable and the quality of the food is perfect! Me and my hubby lways get the lamb...
yelp.com - user review - 08/01/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Holly B.

4.0 of 5 stars. the food here got the stamp of approval from my Greek friend, which is not easily given. we've been here multiple times for the lamb shawerma (order it spicy!) and the hummus. the shawerma is loaded...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Cristelle J.

4.0 of 5 stars. I was really in the mood for baklava one day and decided to stroll by and see if they had any that were good. To my surprise they did, it was reasonably priced and very delicious and satisfying. They...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Raina S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Delicious and cheap, this place is right up my alley. A giant chicken or lamb shawerma (did I spell that right?) easily feeds two people, so be sure to bring a friend. The lamb here is very good --...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Miss K.

4.0 of 5 stars. I crave the food at this place- yum yum yum!! The lamb shawerma is delicious and the spicy sauce with the creamy Greek yogurt dressing is heaven. I officially fell in love with cous cous here and the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Sarah G.

5.0 of 5 stars. I used to go here when I was single and poor and did not know so much about food. In the last fifteen years, I've learned to appreciate the better foods in life and a lot of the places I used to...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by maya d.

5.0 of 5 stars. This place is awesome especially for Concord and the location. When we lived there we went here all the time. The food is cheap, plentiful and so yummy. The owner is really nice and always made...
yelp.com - user review - 07/08/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by matt k.

3.0 of 5 stars. A rare oasis of good if not great food in barren Concord strip mall where the staff are as cheerful as the murals.778
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Christine P.

3.0 of 5 stars. this place gets a really, really solid three-stars. falafel is my benchmark for mediterranean places and i had the deluxe falafel sandwich. i liked how it was wrapped in lavash versus in a pita and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jennifer R.

3.0 of 5 stars. Tasty food, but nothing over the moon about it. If you're on Yelp looking at restaurants in Concord, you're probably sick of pizza and Chinese/Mexican/Thai food. In which case, totally go for The...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by wanugee N.

3.0 of 5 stars. The Mediterranean is a popular eatery in the Park and Shop strip mall in Concord (near Fry's). It's really more of a deli than a restaurant, with a very casual style to it like many Falafel stands....
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Sa K.

2.0 of 5 stars. I thought this place was great at first. Then I ordered the Chicken Kebab, and requested it wrapped. The used half the amount of chicken. Very sneaky. I think I had four small pieces of chicken....
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Ania L.

4.0 of 5 stars. Who loves murals? I love murals. And The Mediterranean is full of 'em. My fave is the bathroom door, a tromp l'oeil of Marilyn coming out of a bathroom with John F.K. behind her. Okay, so the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Bill J.

4.0 of 5 stars. Have only had take out. But found the food good and a change.Have only tired a few items the Falafel sandwich, Lamb kebab, falafel balls and Hummus with Pita. Except for the Pita which was too stiff...
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Ken L.

4.0 of 5 stars. I used to go here for lunch when I worked nearby. I've been many times, but mostly stuck to the Spicy Falafel. Solid 4 stars. This is one of the better places in Concord I found.
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by E W.

4.0 of 5 stars. Went there for the first time today and will definitely come back! I had a great veggie falafel and a couple good sides. A little more expensive then I like to pay for lunch (everything came to $10)...
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Mike L.

5.0 of 5 stars. Hot damn those shewermas are good. Great place to go to for lunch. They get pretty crowded sometimes but are great at accommodating the lunch crowd. The manager is super nice and is always willing...
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Nate S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Every time I come back here this place grows on me. I wish there were more places that serve Mediterranean food in the area like this place does. If they had a greek bakery I'd 5 star this place!
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Ninette S.

5.0 of 5 stars. I've been going to this place for 10 years.. one of my favorite places EVER, hands down. EVERYTHING is amazing, though I usually get either the veggie sampler or a chicken schawerma. I just had...
yelp.com - user review - 03/29/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Rishi C.

4.0 of 5 stars. Had a deluxe veggie falafel wrap (which comes with grilled veggies like eggplant and potato) and enjoyed it quite a bit. The taste was good and my only reason for giving four (rather than five) stars...
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Kelly I.

3.0 of 5 stars. The Mediterranean has been on my radar for a while and the hubby and I went to check it out on Friday. We didn't have the amazing customer service experience most other reviewers described, the three...
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Janete K.

5.0 of 5 stars. My husband and I loved this place. The staff is very friendly, the food is awesome! We tried almost everything and it was very fresh and delicious. The neighborhood is not inviting, but I'm glad we...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Marc B.

4.0 of 5 stars. Stopped by over the weekend because I'm on a non-meat diet for Lent and I heard their veggie menu was pretty good. Picked up a falafel deluxe sandwich (basically their regular falafel sandwich but...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Amanda O.

5.0 of 5 stars. This is one of my favorite places to eat in Concord. Its a cute little place in the Park n Shop. The food is always great but my favorite part is actually the people that work there. Every time I walk...
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Stephanie A.

5.0 of 5 stars. Ok, I know it doesn't look like much from the outside, but the food and friendly service are worth it! I have been going here for years. This is a family run restaurant that I first came to because I...
yelp.com - user review - 02/02/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jen C.

3.0 of 5 stars. I haven't had a shawarma before and I didn't know what to expect. I had the lamb one and thought it was OK. I think it's been on the roaster a while so it was kind of dry. Everything else was ok. I...
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by DJ N.

4.0 of 5 stars. We were hankering for some shawarmas (actually I found out they're spelled shawermas!) and went on Yelp! and found this place close by to Fry's. Aside from it was conveniently close to where we were...
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Evil W.

5.0 of 5 stars. Good news, bad news. The good news is that this place serves the best falafel and shawarma in the Bay area. The bad news is that the owners know it, and I have watched the prices climb steadily over...
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Anne M.

5.0 of 5 stars. I just got back from my first trip to this restaurant. It was great! The first thing I noticed was the superb service from the host/owner/manager (I'm not sure, she is a middle-aged lady who has a...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Chris P.

3.0 of 5 stars. I used to think this place was the best Greek food on this side of the hills. That distinction now goes to Yanni's on Alhambra in Martinez, but I would still come here again if I wanted a sit-down...
yelp.com - user review - 01/10/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Barron C.

5.0 of 5 stars. I was always skeptical about visiting this place, considering its location. It's not a scary strip mall, just semi-sketchy and kinda gross. But! The Mediterranean is definitely worth a visit. I...
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2009
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yay by Michelle Y. at InsiderPages

This place is awesome! It does not stick out, probably, but it sure is great. It can be crowded (because it is that great), but it is worth it. This place is very delicious!
citysearch.com - user review - 01/05/2009
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Mediterranean by Patricia K. at InsiderPages

We ordered takeout and the service was excellent as we all had special requests. While we waited we looked at the great map of the Mediterranean area they had on one wall -- I love maps! The food was fabulous...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/02/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Loula B.

3.0 of 5 stars. By the majority of great reviews on here, we decided to try it out a few months ago. The location isn't the greatest & apparently they were robbed around the time we went there (September 2008). The...
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2009
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The Mediterranean by Cheryl K. at InsiderPages

I recently introduced my family to this small restaurant and they were very impressed with how delicious the food was. We each ordered the lamb shawerma (can have spicy or not) and some falafel balls and it...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/01/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Emily J.

4.0 of 5 stars. This place is tucked away in a strip mall and totally unassuming. I'm so glad that I found it because it is great. I usually go with the the veggie combination plate because I love getting a little...
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Christopher S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Great falafels, only thing I would change is to have fresh dolmas. The ones they do serve are from a can, but I would pay extra for the fresh kind. The food is authentic and reasonably priced.
yelp.com - user review - 12/26/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Lynn G.

4.0 of 5 stars. Yumm. Have only eaten here twice and got the falafel wrap both times, but it is REALLY good. They are large, served in lavosh instead of pita, and they grill them a bit which is a nice touch. Plus,...
yelp.com - user review - 11/24/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Shar M.

4.0 of 5 stars. I'll admit, the first time I came here, I wasn't too impressed. Partially because I was craving gyros when I came here (which they do not serve), and partially because I stupidly ordered chicken...
yelp.com - user review - 11/23/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by J. O.

5.0 of 5 stars. Very good place with excellent falafel, hummus and the chicken shawerma. Gotta try the Turkish Delight and some mint tea for dessert. It really sets the food just right.Now only if they can figure...
yelp.com - user review - 11/11/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Miz Rinky A.

4.0 of 5 stars. Five stars for the friendly and welcoming staff!Five stars for the fun murals that are on the walls, floors and ceiling!(See my pix)They have a nice selection of food and indicate vegan choices!3.5...
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jennifer A.

3.0 of 5 stars. While I enjoyed my experience at The Mediterranean, I still couldn't help but be somewhat disappointed because I just didn't have the 5 star experience that everyone else did. The lamb shawerma was a...
yelp.com - user review - 11/08/2008
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THE BEST!! by steeler4 l. at InsiderPages

now this is a great place. aw some food. great customer service. place is very clean the guys that work their are great! i have been going their for 5 years. i would suggest the lamb kebabs. they are juicy....
citysearch.com - user review - 10/31/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by The T.

5.0 of 5 stars. Very good food. Go, you will not regret.
yelp.com - user review - 10/25/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jess H.

2.0 of 5 stars. I wish I could give this place a better rating because the staff was so nice and friendly, but I have to knock off points for the food. Don't get me wrong, the food was edible, but not great, maybe...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Rachel B.

4.0 of 5 stars. I was looking for nicer pita than they have in grocery stores when I found The Mediterranean on yelp. Although I could buy it by the piece here, it was pretty dry. Still, I loved that they served...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Bee D.

5.0 of 5 stars. OK, where was everyone? This delish lil restaurant was completely empty on our Tuesday Night visit (around 8pm).I enjoyed the lamb combo with the greek salad and 4 dolmas (Stuffed Grape Leaves) and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/23/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by My best mea l.

4.0 of 5 stars. Found this place courtesy of iWant on my wife's iphone. This app helps you find yelp-tastic places close by even when you don't know the area.Anyways, we dropped our kids off at a birthday party at...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Lani R.

5.0 of 5 stars. This place is awesome! My husband and I found out while I was pregnant and it was one of the few things I could stomach. I love the falafel supreme it was soo good and filling, it took me multiple...
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Aber M.

4.0 of 5 stars. Never had Mediterranean food in my life before this place. It is now added to the list of food establishments I crave to eat now and then. The first time I went here the place was packed! That's...
yelp.com - user review - 09/06/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Becky L.

5.0 of 5 stars. Truly a hidden gem!! I LOVE me some good Mediterranean food & after reading all the great reviews here on Yelp I had to check it out for myself, & I'm SOOOO glad I did! I had the chicken kabob & my...
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Paul C.

4.0 of 5 stars. Gigantic shwarma rolls - about the size of a rolled up newspaper - maybe a pound of stuff. Big chunks of lamb. Great Greek salad. Big deli case full of salads and fixins rolled in leaves. Soda...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by davina h.

4.0 of 5 stars. I always order the chicken kabob wrap (instead of the schwerma). The kabob chicken is cubed white meat and seems to taste better to me as the fat is more carefully trimmed from the chicken, so there...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Gary L.

4.0 of 5 stars. The lamb kabab was small chunks of lamb grilled instead of the "shaved" lamb they use for the shawerma on the lavash flat bread. The grilled meat was topped with onion, cucumber and sauce and wrapped...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Michelle L.

4.0 of 5 stars. My mom lives close to Park N Shop, and I was looking for a good take-out that wasn't too unhealthy. Thanks to Yelp, I found this place.I live in Sacramento, and our choices for greek food are very...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Heather G.

5.0 of 5 stars. The Mediterranean is super tasty! My husband and I each split a chicken kebab and a chicken shawarma and both were full of flavors! I liked the shawarma a bit better, but I liked being able to try...
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Che D.

4.0 of 5 stars. The lamb shawerma are effin' excellent today!!!
yelp.com - user review - 08/06/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Rama K.

4.0 of 5 stars. Been going here for years. Before the current owner even, though he has been there for close to 10 years I think. I always get the lamb shawerma (sp), I like it spicy. F*! yeah! The blast of flavors...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Chris S.

4.0 of 5 stars. I lived in Walnut Creek for 10 years and aside from Gourmet Burrito, fast food and Tomatina, could rarely afford to eat elsewhere.Fast forward to living in Concord, and the variety and affordability...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Rae'esah N.

4.0 of 5 stars. I had a lamb shawarma here on Monday. The darling guy behind the counter says to me "you want it spicy?" since there was a long line of other white people behind me I figured I'd show off a little...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Joe B.

5.0 of 5 stars. Another gem of a restaurant in Concord.Takes me back to when I lived in Crete.Check out the murals throughout the restaurant (even the bathroom) for a chuckle.Open on Sundays - a big plus!
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Nizar M.

5.0 of 5 stars. The Best flafel in the US, customer service, and the family who owns treat you like 1 of their family member. When I dine there I fell like I'm at home.
yelp.com - user review - 07/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Sarah C.

4.0 of 5 stars. I didn't have any expectations for this place at all. This is primarily because I've never eaten Mediterranean food before in my life (except for some TJ's hummus, if that even counts) and I didn't...
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Hai T.

2.0 of 5 stars. Ughh! I've experienced much better greek food elsewhere. The falafel (sp?) tastes like flavored dirt.I used to work in the area, and would walk past this place all the time. The workers there would...
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Betty B.

4.0 of 5 stars. def a fan. The owners are really friendly and forward thinkers.. The food is pretty damn good. I love thier dolmas.. I have had other dolmas and I just cant eat other peoples dolmas. I find them to...
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Rebecca H.

4.0 of 5 stars. Don't be fooled by it's location in a strip mall. You can get quite authentic, tasty, and affordable food here. I rotate between the spicy chicken shawarma and the spicy chicken kebab (I think I like...
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Lucas C.

5.0 of 5 stars. Great place to eat with nice staff. The lamb shawarma was good for a lunch sandwich at $8. It was packed full of spicy meat. We also had greek salad ($4) and pita/hummus ($4) which was very good...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Abigail O.

5.0 of 5 stars. Thanks to a simple Yelp search for "greek food" in zip code 94523, I found this place. I never would have assumed that, in such an unassuming, slightly worn down center, there would be such a great...
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Lindsay L.

2.0 of 5 stars. I had the chicken shawerma and the chicken was very tough (made my jaw hurt) and didn't tase like much. The spicy sauce was nice but overall, I was pretty disappointed. The staff was very nice (cute...
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Gail B.

5.0 of 5 stars. This place is great -- great food, great services, & great prices. It's not in a great area, but it's easy to get to & close to downtown Concord.
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Yelp.com Review - by Christine S.

5.0 of 5 stars. This place is located in a big strip mall. It isn't formal or fancy at all. The prices are good. Carnivores and vegetarians alike can happily stuff their faces here. Great food!They recently opened...
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Yelp.com Review - by Melissa A.

5.0 of 5 stars. Whenever I travel to Concord to visit family I try to stop here for a meal. The food is wonderful and the staff is great. It may be a little hole-in-the-wall but the food is big time. Love it!
yelp.com - user review - 05/20/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jean L.

5.0 of 5 stars. When I'm craving mediterranean food this is where I go. Everything I've tried there is delicious. I always get the lamb combo...they give you a massive amount of food PLUS 2 salad sides to choose...
yelp.com - user review - 05/20/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by P G.

1.0 of 5 stars. I went to this place about a month ago and ordered a bunch of things to bring home for the family. Sadly, we did not like any of it. the guy that helped me was very nice (possibly an owner?) and the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/18/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Heather C.

5.0 of 5 stars. ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!! I loved this place! I've never tried greek food before, and I was utterly impressed. It was soooo different and so yummy! The service was great, very friendly, and cute too ;-) I...
yelp.com - user review - 05/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Mike R.

5.0 of 5 stars. A hidden gem. When I lived in Tempe, AZ there were numerous Greek places to eat. For some reason Greek cuisine hasn't really taken off in the bay area which is surprising considering how lite and...
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Chris C.

5.0 of 5 stars. god damn this place was fuckin good!!!! im craving it right now as we speak!!! The only problem i had was pronouncing everything. So juss point to the shit u like. We ordered the lamb and chicken...
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jennifer P.

4.0 of 5 stars. I had read some great reviews about this place and had no idea where it was. I frequent this shopping plaza and had not ever seen it. I have been on a Mediterranean kick lately and craving dolmas and...
yelp.com - user review - 03/28/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Sarah H.

2.0 of 5 stars. This use to be my stand by for decent falafel in my area. However the last time I went for dinner I was sorely disappointed. The person taking our order was very rude and we were rushed and reminded...
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Yelp.com Review - by Jessica A.

5.0 of 5 stars. Greek and no Gyro.... What!!! It's amazing! my mind is blown away!I came here thinking Greek, Gryos Yum! I was already a bit concerned because it is in concords Park & Shop, Not the best place in...
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Yelp.com Review - by Chuy C.

3.0 of 5 stars. After reading all the review on yelp I was excited to try out this place. It's very rare that one finds good Mediterranean food outside of the city.But sadly I was disappointed. The food here is not...
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Carla B.

5.0 of 5 stars. Yum-O! We went there for lunch yesterday after seeing the good reviews on Yelp. We both got the lamb combo which is served over rice, with warm pita bread and two side salads. My honey had the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by carlo c.

4.0 of 5 stars. lamb shawarma is good and they serve it big! o yeah, make sure you have some hand wipes and mint gum..
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Tammy H.

5.0 of 5 stars. You will NEVER find babaganouch like they make it here!!! NO WHERE!!!The Hummus...nutty, creamy, smooth, thick hummus....omg...the BEST!The lamb plate....OMG!! The Shwarma...OMG!!! dont forget to...
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jason R.

5.0 of 5 stars. Eat here and be well satisfied without lightening your wallet much. Trace your steps across the Mediterranean map on the floor. I'm not sure if the area by the door is a political statement, but...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by tanner r.

4.0 of 5 stars. great food!!!yuuuummmy.really nice and good service. big portionscasual atmosphereelevator music?
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2008
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awesome food in unassuming location

The meat, hummus - everything! - is great here. Rivals anything I've had in SF. My husband and I stumbled upon this place but we couldn't remember the name so I'm so happy to have found it again on Citysearch....
citysearch.com - user review - 01/16/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Salernitana B.

5.0 of 5 stars. Absolutely wonderful! Their Baba Ganoush is really truly amazing. I go to them to cater all of my work parties and it's always a huge hit (and very reasonable pricing). The caterer is a wonderful...
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Yelp.com Review - by Charlotte B.

5.0 of 5 stars. Absolutely perfect.Very deceiving as this wonderful restaurant is tucked into a strip mall. This was our third visit and we like it more each time. Wonderful food, friendly employees. We'll be back!
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Joe O.

3.0 of 5 stars. Maybe I just don't like Greek food...but I love falafels, lamb, gyros...The hummus is good. The lamb was very bland though. It did have a bit of gameness that I enjoy, but overall it was very bland....
yelp.com - user review - 11/28/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by William D.

3.0 of 5 stars. Located in a strip mall ( Park & Shop) in Concord.Not the most attractive building ,but the food was excellent.We had, Humas,Falaful & a Greek burrito of sorts with chicken.Good sized portions,we all...
yelp.com - user review - 11/12/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Kat H.

5.0 of 5 stars. My mom was holding out on me!I met my mom and her friend here for lunch yesterday. She was so proud of introducing her friend to this place but then she had never told ME about it.I had a chicken...
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Richard C.

3.0 of 5 stars. Really reminds me of Simply Mediterranean in the city.The decor is simple but playful (with some hand-painted murals on the walls & ceiling). Makes you feel like you're outdoors which is pretty...
yelp.com - user review - 10/21/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Andrew D.

5.0 of 5 stars. I was introduced to The Mediterranean at a staff meeting were the manager brought in some Falafel's, which I had never had before. They were so good that I ate too many to the point of not feeling...
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Tiffany T.

3.0 of 5 stars. Hmmmm. I love the decor of this place! I kept looking at the ceiling and walls and adored Mona Lisa watering her window box and the other playful takes on major artworks. I also liked looking down at...
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Trinity X.

5.0 of 5 stars. Went today for the first time..Didn't even know this place is so well known..It's a little hole in the wall. You blink and you miss it. :)Walked by this place many times, never went in, but thought...
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jay L.

5.0 of 5 stars. I love this place! I been here many time. I tried the chicken schwaerma, the lamb combo plate with several different side dishes. The service is always fast and friendly. At lunch time, it's...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Linda M.

4.0 of 5 stars. I'm a big fan of the quality strip mall lunch establishment and this is no exception. No atmosphere here...but the food is real flavorful. You have to know what to order or ask lots of questions,...
yelp.com - user review - 09/17/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Michael N.

5.0 of 5 stars. One of my favorite lunch time places in Concord. Delicious falafel, shwarma, and kebab plates and sanwiches. Falafel tastes perfectly spiced. Lamb is juicy and flavorful with the slight gaminess...
yelp.com - user review - 09/15/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Zach T.

5.0 of 5 stars. What can I say about The Mediterranean that hasn't been said already? I've been here a handful of times now a have had the shawarma (both lamb and chicken), fallafel lamb kebab, hummus and the baba...
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Lloyd S.

5.0 of 5 stars. When I moved to Walnut Creek from San Francisco I was worried about finding a falafel/schwarma substitute for Truly Med. Thankfully due to Yelp I found out about The Mediterranean. I've been there a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by erick z.

5.0 of 5 stars. I gave it 4 but my wife convinced me to give it 5. She said that they have the best falafel she has ever had and she's crazy about her falafel. I had the lamb shwarma which was the best I've had...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Erin K.

5.0 of 5 stars. SOOOOO GOOOOOOOD!!I am so sad that my husband and I moved away from Concord (to the peninsula). I am so sad! :( This place is the best! Best falafels....great hummus and other salads. My husband loves...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by James J.

4.0 of 5 stars. just tried this place for lunch today. i'm glad i found a decent mediterranean joint here in concord for my lunch breaks. it's a little ways walking distance from my office, but considering the other...
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by luis ..

4.0 of 5 stars. I am by no means an expert on the subject of Mediterranean food, but I know what I like and I likes this place. The lamb shawarma was juicy, tender, and packed with a flavor that seeped out of my...
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Matt K.

5.0 of 5 stars. awesome food, nothing more to be said... if you have any doubts, eat there :)
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Brian.Needs.A.Full-Time.Job P.

4.0 of 5 stars. the people there offered me a free falafel while i waited for my lamb shwerma?!? i ordered that because all the people on this site said it was HUGE. well, it is pretty huge, like the size of a...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Nessie V.

5.0 of 5 stars. Ok, I have high standards for felafel. This place meets them. This is the best I've had in the Bayrea. When I worked out here the people knew me and knew what I wanted when I walked in. I dislike...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Brett L.

4.0 of 5 stars. I've been working in Concord for the past year and a half, eating the drudgery that is Panera, Fuddruckers, 360 Burrito and Tony Roma's. Then some of my teammates dragged my tasteless ass to what...
yelp.com - user review - 06/16/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Nana G.

5.0 of 5 stars. My husband and I love the food here. The lamb shawerma is always good even if it seemed slightly different from what it used to be. We used to get slivers of (perfectly cooked and seasoned) lamb....
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by date n.

5.0 of 5 stars. Excellent and friendly. I would come here once a week if I lived closer. You should go at least once so you know what Mediterranean food should taste like. Oddly, the Mediterranean on Shattuck in...
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Karen Y.

4.0 of 5 stars. Yummmmmmmmmmmm! This place is good. One of the best in Concord.Take the time to try the Chicken Shawarma.
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Eva L.

4.0 of 5 stars. This is a very casual and unassuming restaurant (actually more like a deli) in a strip mall in Concord. The hummus, shawarma, pita, and tabouli are great. This is authentic middle eastern food with...
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Kenny H.

4.0 of 5 stars. This nice little hole in the wall doesn't look like much but their Lamb Shawarma was killer. I have had many of these, especially in SF and always feel heavy after eating it, this one didn't leave me...
yelp.com - user review - 05/15/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Sean L.

5.0 of 5 stars. I've tried my share of mediterranean restaurants in the Bay Area (SF in particular) and this is my favorite. It's small and casual with friendly owners who clearly take pride in what they do. If...
yelp.com - user review - 05/06/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Lesli B.

5.0 of 5 stars. Love their Chicken Shawarma! It's the best. Love their Falafels, Ganoushes, and Turkish coffee, too. All their sauces are very tastey as well, and my husband says the Gyros are fantastic.The 45-minute...
yelp.com - user review - 04/29/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Navi T.

4.0 of 5 stars. I do agree with my peers that this place is a hole in the wall. Absolutely great shawvermah. What I really like about this place is the meats are not processed blends, ala Daphne's. Everything's done...
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Tom B.

3.0 of 5 stars. Good place for a Greek/Near-Eastern lunch in a strip mall setting in busy Concord, I had their Athenian Burger in pita, tasty sauce and very edible...the place has nice murals but is very basic...
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Candace C.

5.0 of 5 stars. mmmmmm this place is sooo good! i read the reviews on yelp, and true to what the other yelpers say, this place is REALLY REALLY delicious! the portions are HUGE, (i have half my shawarma left, and its...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by TJ Q.

5.0 of 5 stars. I work in Concord, and without this place, I think I'd starve. The falafel is excellent and the service is great. It does get mobbed, but the owner and staff work hard to keep everyone happy. The...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by henry s.

5.0 of 5 stars. This place ROCKS --- great Mediterranean food at great prices. Lots of veg/vegan options, which is rare on this side of the Tunnel. I like the relaxed atmosphere and the owners/workers are hella cool....
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Larisa S.

5.0 of 5 stars. This place is the best for amazing and inexpensive Mediterranean food. I love to order the vegetarian sampler and save half of it for lunch the next day....they definitely don't skimp when it comes to...
yelp.com - user review - 03/20/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by T-Squared S.

4.0 of 5 stars. It was worth going out of our way to this Small (~seating for 25); informal restaurant (There's also one at 1984 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, 94704, a little larger & just as good! )Very tasty; We got the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Franz v.

4.0 of 5 stars. Excellent food. Great menu, that I hope to return soon to try more from it. As you walk in, you're greeted by an amazing aroma and the sight of tasty kabobs and salads. I ordered the Chicken Shawarma,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jennette B.

5.0 of 5 stars. Very good - friendly service too.Love the eggplant stacked with tomatoYummmmy
yelp.com - user review - 12/24/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Laurian C.

5.0 of 5 stars. I love this place. No shawerma in San Francisco (or New York for that matter) even compares. Try the moist lamb shawerma, made from organic lamb or the falafel sandwich deluxe, both wrapped in...
yelp.com - user review - 11/27/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Shan S.

5.0 of 5 stars. I've been to this place twice. And that's definitely NOT ENOUGH for me. Do they put CRACK in this stuff? It's soooo good that my belly gets pissed if I drive by it and don't go in!They have the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/12/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by YUP K.

1.0 of 5 stars. Let me just say, I love mediterranean food. I've been to Greece and had fantastic Greek food. Maybe I went to The Mediterranean on an off day, or the ownership changed, or something... This place was...
yelp.com - user review - 10/25/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Bob F.

4.0 of 5 stars. Don't forget the falafel at this place. It's unique and delicious.
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by paul v.

5.0 of 5 stars. Its been a while since I have eaten mediterranean and this definitly hits the spot! The flavors remided me when i was back in saudi arabia when i was a kid. Their lamb kabob was the best! Though...
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by arnold g.

5.0 of 5 stars. This place would be one of the only reasons I would want to live in Concord. Amazing food. Both the hummus and baba ganoush are excellent and the shawarma is awesome. If for some reason I had to go...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Stephen H.

3.0 of 5 stars. Average place, the food tastes healthy which is to mean, a bit bland and lacking of much flavor. In interest of fairness I only tried the Chicken Swarema and the meat was mostly white meat and tasted...
yelp.com - user review - 07/16/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Angela N.

5.0 of 5 stars. Ah, this place has made it so I will never go to Daphne's again! The Mediterranean is your Greek version of the classic hole-in-the-wall Mexican restaurant. It's been around forever, it's a little...
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Wendy B.

3.0 of 5 stars. This restaurant is clean and usually has a line out the front door during lunch. I would not say this is the best place for mediterranean food, but in Concord and surrounding areas there isn't too...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2006
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One of the best kept secret!

Ok, if you're in this area, you got to go try this place. The lamb shawarma and falafel sandwiches are simply delicious, big and juicy. They will spice it up for you if you want to. Try their hummu...
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Yelp.com Review - by Misti L.

5.0 of 5 stars. I live in SF, I have all the food options I could possibly ask for BUT I will actually drive to Concord for this place! The hummus is fabulous and the cucumber salad is the best. The place is family...
yelp.com - user review - 09/01/2005
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SF Gate

delicious falafel and lavash-wrapped items in hefty portions. expect a line out the door. friendly setting...
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