The Best Mediterranean Restaurant in Santa Cruz & Monterey

Bistro Giovanni

A great Mediterranean restaurant open for dinner daily seven nights a week.  They feature a nice selection of dishes that are unique and authentic.   One of the best restaurants that has a bistro style and with a family atmosphere... more

Carmel Bistro

The essence of a true bistro - elegant and sophisticated, yet causal and friendly. An exquisite menu as appealing to the wallet as it is to the palate. The savory items on their menu lend themselves to everyday dining as well as special occasions. more

Carmel Bistro Giovanni

A fantastic restaurant with a selection of international cuisine featuring California fresh fish, Mediterranean, Italian, Exquisite French Bistro-style, salads, pastas and antipastos with daily specials.  Fine wine and great service make this a... more

Chocolate

Chocolate is located in downtown Santa Cruz.  Open for lunch and dinner, you will find a mix of cuisines with a unique Mediterranean spin. Enjoy downtown Santa Cruz's weather and culture with our Garden Patio and Champagne Happy Hour.  Whe... more

La Dolce Vita

Warm, sunny and colorful, La Dolce Vita is like a family home in the Italian countryside. A special place with special food. The menu features authentic Italian and Mediterranean dishes, including real Italian coffees and desserts, selected from... more

Laili Restaurant

At Laili, you'll enjoy a tasteful atmosphere rich in ambiance, where the past meets the present, deep-rooted traditions meet modern customs, and passion is realized. Our cuisine is a delicate balance between age-old Silk Road flavors and contemporary... more

Village Corner

For more than 50 years, the Village Corner has been a Carmel landmark and a dining favorite of locals. This charming indoor-outdoor Mediterranean-style bistro offers relaxed, romantic dining in a tastefully appointed indoor dining room or al fresco o... more