The 15 Best Mediterranean Restaurants in Philly

"If you find yourself on South Street and want to catch up with your friends for at least 30 minutes before diving into a feast of Tunisian dishes, Bon Kif Grill will do the trick. The casual Tunisian restaurant takes hospitality as seriously as its kabobs, shawarma, and luscious garlic spread—the owner greets every table with just-from-the-oven bread, is happy for you to linger over your shish kofta, and insists you drink his freshly brewed mint tea before heading out. Come with a casual date, or bring your entire family (they even have a toddler-sized Mercedes for tiny diners to tool around in), and relax with a spread of Middle Eastern comfort food. " - alison kessler, candis mclean