Mediterranean Exploration Company

Mediterranean Exploration Company reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Mary VIP

   San Francisco7 reviews

   5.0

   Dined today

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   We’ve been here at least six times and relish the beautiful creatively composed food. We particularly love their creamy hummus with crispy lamb, fresh tender pita, grilled seasonal vegetable (this time asparagus), the piled-so-high raddicio salad showered with fresh grated parmesan. We add protein, this time chicken under a brick, but in the past it has been shrimp, lamb, or chicken meatballs. Four dishes is a satisfying meal for two with perhaps a few leftovers for home. We were able to snag a spot at the chef’s counter this time but on a warm summer day the north counter along Flanders opens to the street. Inside we find the noise level very loud which does create a high-energy buzz but in our case, we “try” to locate where we can hear one another. Servers get busy but seem to have a systerm for happily helping one another when they see something needing to be done. The kitchen staff is fun to watch as they are such pro’s in their specific roles. People complain of the parking but this is the city! There is public parking quite close by and decent street parking. Very walkable from anywhere in the Pearl or a downtown hotel.
   

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   Janis VIP

   Portland20 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Amazing food! Noisy, energetic and fun, this is the place you come when you want to celebrate with friends and family. It’s not cheap but they have an extensive wine list of natural and European wines. Great, great food - all served family style. 5 stars!
   

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   Sarah

   Boise2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our group wasn’t totally prepared to order multiple small plates to share family style, but the waitstaff was very patient with us and we ended up with an absolutely amazing meal. Will visit again when in Portland next. The food had fantastic, unique flavors and every dish was a hit with our table.
   

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   Leigh

   Greater Boston5 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   I would go again. Nice variety of food. Sharing was fun.
   

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   mike VIP

   Portland6 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Always excellent in every way Service and food Great place
   

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   april

   Portland2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 25 May 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great food and drinks, excellent service! This was our second experience and did not disappoint-we will be back, thank you!
   

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   Risa

   New York City7 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 24 May 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Loved our meal at Mediterranean Exploration Company! The vibe was fun and relaxed, and the food totally delivered. The salted beets were unexpectedly delightful—perfectly balanced and so flavorful. And don’t even get me started on the tahini ice cream with the chocolate shell... absolutely amazing! It’s one of those desserts you keep thinking about days later. Great spot for a night out—will definitely be back.
   

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   julie

   Phoenix27 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 19 May 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   This spot never disappoints. The food is always excellent, the service is great. Always a pleasure to visit!!!
   

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   Shelli VIP

   Portland11 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 11 May 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Service and food quality was amazing! Several seasonal selections ideal for sharing small plates!
   

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    Srinivas

    Portland5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 6 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Fantastic food, serviice. a little loud and hard to hear conversation (7-8pm)
    

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