The 15 Best Mediterranean Restaurants in Philly - Philadelphia - The Infatuation

"Cilantro, a Middle Eastern restaurant with an Egyptian focus, has been a South Street classic since it opened in 2019. The casual spot serves puffy homemade pita, showstopping lamb chops, and the best hummus within a five-mile radius. If you come in the summer, they have a crispy eggplant wrap and a frozen mango drink to cool you off. If you come in the winter, or really anytime you need to warm up, there’s the tender beef shwarma that comes with two or more sides. It’s also a BYOB, so if you’re like us and think a glass of wine should accompany every dish, come prepared." - alison kessler, candis mclean