Mediterranean Bistro

We enjoyed short afternoon there. Staff was nice in accommodating our group of 6+ Appetizers are the highlight of the meal. They’re well made and delicious.

We stopped at this restaurant along the 118 in the San Fernando Valley to sample cuisine we hadn't had since childhood. Our Lebanese neighbors would bring us dishes from their home country such as stuffed grape leaves. And we grew up in an era/place where hunting was the norm. We shared platters of quail, chicken shawarma, rice, creamy hummus and homemade pickles. The owners were very friendly, the ambience is contemporary and bright, and the place soon became packed for lunch. Easy freeway access and ample parking the day we visited. It was fun to break the burgers and pizza lunch habit and try something different.

First off, you are greeted by a TERRIBLE odor as soon as you enter the place. Can't tell if it's bad plumbing, or something else. But it is very noticeable as soon as you walk in. Second off service is terrible. This is NOT for the young man who took my order; he was actually nice and friendly. But the manager/possible owner of the restaurant? Terrible. There were people who ordered AFTER I did, much LARGER orders than me, who somehow got served before I did. I ordered a simple kebab plate, nothing complicated. He gives off the impression that he's discriminatory toward certain people for whatever reason. Even though I tipped generously, possibly even over-tipped. Sat and waited very patiently, didn't complain or anything. Just wanted to see when I would be acknowledged by him. He didn't come over to greet me, ask how long I've been waiting, offer a glass of water, absolutely NOTHING. Just looked at me then continued on as if I didn't exist. That's no way to treat a paying, tipping customer. Then, upon receipt, the plate I ordered did not come with the pita or pickles as advertised even though I saw him giving out BOAT-LOADS of it to other customers (non-Black mind you). I was quite literally given just one napkin and one fork, that was it. Very cold, and not very friendly. Would never come here again nor would I recommend it to any of my friends, family or peers. Stay away from this place. One star because at least the young man who took my order was kind/friendly. Food was ok but nothing to write home about; I've definitely had better. They got my money once, but never again.

Mediterranean Bistro has been in Porter Ranch for 14 Years! It’s a cute little hole in the wall spot and I was excited to try for the first time. I was a little confused by their menu regarding their lunch and dinner options. They have one large menu that includes all but they don’t let you order anything from the lunch menu for dinner, even if you offer to pay more. For example, I wanted three falafel wrap for dinner but apparently you can only get it for lunch. All of their sandwiches you can also only get at lunch time as they do their plates for dinner. Since I couldn’t get my falafel wrap, I went with the chicken shawarma plate. It felt a little small for the portion but it was okay. It comes on top of a piece of pita which was a tad dry in my option. My favorite thing was actually the garlic fries ($8) that I ordered on the side. Will I be back? Maybe. But it will definitely be for lunch and not dinner.

Tasty smaller portions which were perfect for lunch. Everything lloked good. And well prepared. Pita bread firmer than I'm use to. Service is excellent. Atmosphere is very nice and I would take a date here.