South Bay Mediterranean Kitchen

We decided to have lunch here for their $26 prix fixed menu. It was a good deal and the food was delicious. They are full size portions. It was very quiet in the restaurant when we were there for lunch on a weekday. Maybe 3 other tables were occupied in addition to ours. The crispy eggplant and burrata appetizer and the brussel sprouts salad risotto cake appetizers were good. For lunch, I ordered the swordfish special and it was absolutely delicious over couscous. The grilled salmon dish looks delicious too and my friend liked it as well.

We stop in for a quick bite and had great service. The food was good. They kept bringing delicious bread. The oysters were tasty. Salad was good with chicken done perfectly.

It was a “fine” experience. We ordered two of the night’s specials—the squash blossoms and the Ribeye Steak. Unfortunately the steak was incredibly overcooked which killed all the flavour of the sauce (which was actually very good). The squash blossoms weren’t good, squash blossoms are a beautiful delicate eat and they had covered it in a doughy casing like it was fish and chips. Our other entre, the Seafood Linguini was very good. Took 3 attempts of asking for additional bread.

South Bay Mediterranean Kitchen is a hidden gem in Boston for fresh, flavorful Mediterranean cuisine. I ordered the lamb kebab platter — the lamb was tender, perfectly seasoned, and paired beautifully with the rice, hummus, and fresh salad. The portions are generous and well worth the price. I also tried their falafel — crispy on the outside, soft inside, and not greasy at all. The pita bread was warm and fluffy, a perfect complement to the dips. The space is clean, modern, and comfortable, making it a great spot for both quick lunches and relaxed dinners. Service was friendly and attentive, with staff happy to explain menu options. If you’re craving authentic Mediterranean food in Boston, South Bay Mediterranean Kitchen should be on your list. The flavors are bold, ingredients are fresh, and everything is made to order. I’ll definitely be back to explore more of the menu!

1st time there, the duck egg rolls and the eggplant burrito were awesome. My wife loved her blackened tuna, my hanger steak was fatty and the mashed potatoes were cold but they rectified it. The staff is very friendly and the bar area is very cozy plus the parking garage is right across the street. We will definitely go there again!

Ordered lunch pre-fix with a great selection diversity. The pear and Gorgonzola salad was fresh, with nice acidic flavors that opens up your appetite. Also, did I mention their bread was toasted and fluffy? The catch of the day is a must order! Super fresh, tender, excellent execution by the chef. Perhaps can improve by contrast the richness with a tad of acidity. Overall had a fantastic time and this restaurant is definitely a gem at downtown New Haven.

Visited South Bay recently and was completely disappointed. The restaurant was unbearably hot and humid — made dining really uncomfortable. The staff were unfriendly and totally unhelpful, acting like they didn’t want to be there at all. As for the food, it was honestly the worst I’ve had in a long time. The calamari and fries both tasted old and greasy, like they’d been sitting around forever. The pasta was salty and watery, making it almost inedible. Definitely not worth the price or the experience. Would not recommend!

Went for lunch and was very impressed! Pre-fixe menu for $26 and I got the calamari, catch of the day with veggies and cous cous, and the passion fruit sorbet. The portions were impressive for the price, and all the food was delicious - the calamari in particular was one of the better ones I've had. I would definitely recommend this for lunch, though I can't speak for the other options.