Best Mediterranean Restaurants in Upper East Side-Carnegie Hill
2 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Franky’s Souvlaki
No-fuss souvlaki built for fast, grilled-pita satisfaction.
Worthy Picks
7.7
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Comfort Food Classics
A classic quick-hit souvlaki stop that’s built for fast Greek street-food satisfaction—grilled meat, pita wraps, and simple sides that do the job. The best move is one pita wrap plus one side, keeping it in the “hot, grilled, straightforward” lane.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pork souvlaki pita, Chicken souvlaki pita, Greek fries
What Makes it Special: No-fuss souvlaki built for fast, grilled-pita satisfaction.
#2
Grill Point
7.6
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Comfort Food Classics
Business Lunch Power Players
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
A counter-to-casual Mediterranean grill that works best when you lean into the shawarma-and-salads rhythm—hot pita, straightforward proteins, and sides that round it out. Keep the order tight with one main plate and one or two mezze so it stays satisfying without feeling heavy.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken shawarma, Hummus with warm pita, Beef steak shish kebab
What Makes it Special: Straightforward grill-and-mezze execution that rewards a focused order.