Location: Leicester
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Best Mediterranean food near Leicester, England, United Kingdom
Reviews on Mediterranean food in Leicester, England, United Kingdom. Coordinates: 52°38′N 1°8′W / 52.633°N 1.133°W / 52.633; -1.133
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9. Konak Authentic Turkish Cuisine
Overall Ratings
4 based on 477 reviews
Reviewed By Princess_K_XX
I just love Turkish food. This is another amazing Turkish restaurant. I love the group platters as you get a mix of everything!
8. Istanbul
Overall Ratings
4 based on 620 reviews
Reviewed By sheelaghc742
I love the high level of customer service by the waiting staff - it's the best. The staff are very efficient, polite, personable and on top of their game. They are professionals in their job and it's lovely to watch them work and very deserving of their tips. Yes give your hard-working waiter/waiteress a tip!Parking is a bit tricky here as it's on a main road into the city but side streets are available with parking meters, bring change.I've been coming here on and off for a number of years and mostly in the evening. However today was my first lunch and the service was as professional as always.And, I haven't even started talking about the food!Portion control seems to be better because previous they were huge. Virtually everyone used to leave with a doggy bag of food because of the size. Authentic food, great selection of classic Turkish food, experienced and talented chefs and prices are still very reasonable for the quality.I love the charcoal smell, the music isn't too loud and you can hear yourself think and the speed of service a fast!Automatically your complimentary bread olives, humus and bits arrive within a few minutes after sitting down is basically your starter. After your meal you're offered a Turkish tea too.Today I was very hungry and wanted comfort food so I when for the Chicken and Lamb with chips and salad. When it arrived the was correctly presented to me and the presentation on the plate was great: colourful succulent There is no alcohol which isn't a problem just an FYIIt's always busy with a great cross section of ages and humanity: from mums and children meeting, solo traveller like me, to big family outings or romantic couples. It's you're one stop restaurant.I love this place and it's a regular treat to go, I just don't understand why I've not written about it sooner. The only gripe I have is that the glass of coke or similar is nearly always flat. it's like it's taken from a 2ltre bottle and poured into your glass. If you go for can of something, obviously this doesn't happen. You don't get ice in your drink either, which in the summer is a bit of a shame. But this is a small observationTeÅekkür ederim!
7. James' Cafe Bistro
Overall Ratings
4 based on 122 reviews
Freshly prepared food , family and wheelchair friendly , partys welcome family run .Independent.
Reviewed By Lawyer13
This is an eclectic little place at the back of the Highcross. The staff are friendly if slow. The portions are large. But we waited for over 45 minutes for our lunch which isn't great when you only get an hour. The veggie breakfast was ok but I had to scoff it down super quick which made it far less enjoyable.Thank you for your review. We make everything fresh to order and as a small business there is usually just one member of staff in the kitchen. We do endeavour to get all orders out as quickly as we can. Feel free to ring ahead to place your order if that would help!
6. Barceloneta
Overall Ratings
4 based on 511 reviews
Reviewed By Peter J
Nice, efficient staff, good wine, excellent tapas all reasonably priced. This really is an excellent Spanish restaurant. My wife and I have been to several in the UK and this is the best. A fellow diner didn't share our view continually moaning about foreign food. I 'm not sure why he was there. He asked for steak, chips and peas. To their credit the staff produced it including a trip to the supermarket for peas. There were far more tolerant than I would have been. But to end I can't recommend this restaurant enough.
5. Pesto at the White Horse
Overall Ratings
4 based on 796 reviews
Offering fresh, authentic Italian piattini, small dishes (from bruschettas to lasagna and chicken cacciatore) that are big on flavour so you can enjoy more of them during one meal.
Reviewed By JohnLisaD
Warm friendly greeting on arrival and our table was ready and waiting.Our waitress Sam was lovely..service with a genuine smile and very friendly which made us feel very welcome.The menu is tapas style and very varied which caters for many tastes and dietry needs; our order came out very hot and tasted great as always..compliments to the kitchen staff.We ordered a sweet and 2 members of staff came to our table with it, and a sparkling candle was with the dessert..they then sang "Happy Birthday" to my wife which was a great personal touch.It was busy and had an excellent atmosphere, but service was spot on.Highly recommended for couples, families or parties alike.Service, Food and atmoshere 5 stars!Thank you for a lovely evening.Hello,Thank you for your amazing 5* review of our restaurant!We are so pleased yourself and your wife enjoyed your time, especially hearing that our staff went the extra mile for you!We will make sure our lovely server Sam is well rewarded for all her hard work.See you soon,The White Horse Team
4. Casa Romana
Overall Ratings
4 based on 462 reviews
Reviewed By VirginiandMike
After a business trip to Leicester yesterday my wife and I decided to have lunch at Casa Romana.Despite our late arrival,it was past 14.00,and last orders are 14.30.We were warmly welcomed by both members of the front of house staff who were friendly and efficient.We chose this restaurant because it is a "traditional" Italian owned establishment which appealed to our taste.We may be old fashioned but we love the traditional atmosphere and character of such restaurants which are sadly difficult to find nowadays.The menu contained many of our favourites plus a good selection of fish "specials" on the blackboard.The food was promptly served and was excellent.The quantity being very substantial for even my large appetite.The prices were also very reasonable.We can't wait to visit this "hidden gem" behind the green door again.Thank you for your hospitality.
3. EFES Mangal BBQ
Overall Ratings
4 based on 362 reviews
Authentic Turkish restaurant in Leicester also LICENCED, we are proud to say that we are the biggest Turkish restaurant in Leicester, With over 20 years of experience. Also the same owner as ISTANBUL RESTAURANT ON NARBOROUGH ROAD.
Reviewed By Clive H
This Turkish restaurant is not too far from home so we call in every so often. There's a nice range of starters and all sorts of kebabs and other delights (Turkish Delights!). It's not unduly expensive and the atmosphere is good. The staff are very friendly -- special mention for Annetta who expertly served us this week -- if perhaps a little quick off the mark. We've learned to ask for a break between starters and mains. We're looking forward to our next visit.Thank you for your review I will pass your review onto Aneta Kind regards Anna
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2. Cafe Roma
Overall Ratings
4 based on 221 reviews
Reviewed By lea r
We had such high hopes for this place as we have been reading reviews for ages and were so excited to go. We were expecting a cozy homestyle Italian restaurant that is not a chain. We were utterly disappointed. We ordered Bruschetta starters and were already confused about the wording on the menu (bread with tomatoes and garlic butter). First of all there is absolutely no butter on traditional italian bruschetta and when it came to the table we found it to be toasted garlic bread with 3 halfed tomatoes on top. When the mains came the pizza that we ordered was bland with absolutely no flavour to it whatsoever. The pasta was ok, nothing special. We refrained from having dessert. We were looking for a gidden gem in the city with AUTHENTIC, FRESH and TASTY food but have to say that this is not the place to go.
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1. The Windmill Inn
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1093 reviews
Enjoy a contemporary informal dining experience within a traditional country pub setting or just come for a drink in The Windmill Inn's relaxing bar atmosphere. Open Every Day Lunchtime and Evening (Restaurant closed Sunday evenings).
Reviewed By Jasper203
Four adults and a lively 15 month-old toddler on a wet and miserable Sunday afternoon. Good choice of food, great service and lovely food! Great atmosphere too as it was cheerfully busy! The starter and dessert were particularly good- better than pubs in the area usually offer. The main course was traditional Sunday lunch fare- what was very pleasing, however, was that when we asked for extra vegetables and gravy they were delivered straightaway! Very good value too. We will definitely go back! Xx
