Famished Girl
La Mediterranee
Way back when I was a student at Berkeley, I dined at the La Mediterranee outpost on College Avenue all the time. But in recent years, after my departure from the East Bay, the restaurant sort of fell off my radar … That is, until I recently met up for lunch at the Fillmore location with a good friend of mine — who considers this place her favorite restaurant.
And you know what? I fell in love with La Mediterranee all over again.
The popular little eatery offers friendly and fast service, as well as affordable and delicious fare. I am a sucker for the fillo dishes here (mmm … meat tart!). And if you’ve got any vegetarian pals, this is the place to take them; the offerings are tasty and extensive.
On a street filled with fancy-schmancy boutiques and other businesses, La Mediterranee is a warm and cozy respite. Yes, it’s a small space where tables are often tight, but that just adds to the charm. As does the mint tea, which is refilled for free.
La Mediterranee
2210 Fillmore Street
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 921-2956
Area: Pacific Heights 