Best Middle Eastern Restaurants in Marina del Rey
4 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
United Bowl Nation
Waterfront café pairing Mediterranean-leaning bowls with wine nights and views.
Notable Picks
8.4
United Bowl Nation is a waterfront café-bar where Mediterranean-leaning grain bowls, mezze, and global plates share space with wine nights and specialty coffee. Locals come for the plant-forward menu, marina views, and a relaxed, all-day hangout energy that works for laptops by day and mellow dates by night.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mediterranean Power Bowl, Vegan Lentil Cigar Rolls, Baklava Selection
What Makes it Special: Waterfront café pairing Mediterranean-leaning bowls with wine nights and views.
8.2
Tajrish Kabob is a full-service Persian-Mediterranean restaurant where charcoal-grilled kabobs, stews, and seafood plates anchor a sit-down experience just inland from the marina. Regulars lean on it for well-seasoned koobideh, Cornish hen, and salmon kabobs in a space that now feels more polished after a recent remodel.
Must-Try Dishes:
Beef Koobideh Kabob, Cornish Hen Kabob, Salmon Fish Kabob
What Makes it Special: Remodeled Persian spot with charcoal-grilled kabobs and hearty plates.
8
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Quick Bites Champions
Naab Mediterranean is a busy Lincoln Boulevard counter-service spot focused on Persian-influenced Mediterranean plates, hefty kebab combos, and reliable takeout. It’s the go-to for locals who want juicy koobideh, well-seasoned chicken, and generous platters that travel well for group orders and weeknight dinners.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken Koobideh Plate, Beef Koobideh Plate, Falafel Plate with Hummus
What Makes it Special: Counter-service Persian-Mediterranean plates known for portions and delivery reliability.
Worthy Picks
7.7
Bolmart Mediterranean Market is a compact neighborhood grocery doubling as a Middle Eastern sweets and snack stop, with baklava, Turkish delights, and imported chocolates alongside pantry staples. It’s where locals pop in for a quick sweet fix, Turkish coffee essentials, or ingredients to round out a home-cooked spread.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pistachio Baklava, Turkish Delight and Imported Chocolates, Turkish Coffee Beans and Supplies
What Makes it Special: Mediterranean market focused on baklava, Turkish sweets, and imports.