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Mediterra Cafe & Market
5575 Hollister Ave, Goleta
Phone: (805) 696-9323
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Reviews by the General Public
Poor service and average food, 10/15/2012
Reviewer: Jen
from Santa Barbara, CA
I tried Mediterra for the first time today, and I made a mistake when I ordered, thinking the Gyro plate was a Gyro with a salad on the side. When I got it, it was some gyro meat with little cut up pieces of pita. I went to the counter and told the woman I had made a mistake when I ordered, that it was my first time there, and didn't realize that it wasn't a wrapped-up gyro, and asked for a piece of pita so I could roll up the meat and make one. She was so rude, and kept telling me that was what I ordered, I shouldn't have ordered the plate, etc. I know it was my mistake, but I can't remember ever feeling so uncomfortable and rudely treated at any restaurant. She could have offered to charge me for the pita if it was a cost issue, I had accepted full responsibility... but her reaction was way overboard. I will never be going back there again.
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Maybe I ordered the wrong thing
Reviewer: Rachel M
from Santa Barbara, CA
Everyone else seemed really happy with their food, but I ordered the Cordon Bleu Chicken Panini and it was pretty sad. Hardly any ham, they used yellow mustard which completely overwhelmed all the other flavors, and the one sad little slice of tomato was, well, sad. Also, calling it a panini might have been a bit of a stretch as the bread didn't seem grilled in any way, more like just mildly flattened. I think next time I'll stick to the genuinely greek food, as everyone seems to rave about that.
Otherwise, the service was fairly expedient, and the woman working behind the counter was nice enough, though not outgoing, welcoming or friendly in any particular way.
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Skimping on the Gyro
Reviewer: Peter
from Santa Barbara, CA
Food tasted great. Unfortunately, I am still hungry after my $10 lunch. I ordered the Gyro plate and was very disappointed with the actual quantity of Gyro. It should be called rice & salad with Gyro garnish. Less meat than what you would find in a basic McDonald's hamburger.
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Great food, great service
Reviewer: Paul
from Santa Barbara, CA
First time eating here at lunch with a few co-workers. Had the Falafel Plate for $8.95 which came with a good assortment of things. All of it was delicious, the hummus, the falafel, the dolmas. The service was great and food came quick. The only two notes I could add is that the price was a bit much for the portion size. It is 4:00 now here at work and I'm starting to get hungry already! Other than that a nice change of pace and very healthy and delicious food.
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Delicious Dolmas
Reviewer: Nicole
from Santa Barbara, CA
I was so excited to finally be trying this place. I enjoyed the small cozy atmosphere and the lady behind the counter was very nice. We ordered the falafel pita, which was fantastic, and the vegetarian combo plate. The plate was delicious although if you are really hungry you might want to order more food or something else! The stand out food here was the dolmas. I am picky about my dolmas but these ones hit the spot! Easy to bite into with great flavoring I should have gone back for more!
I especially respect that I didn't feel hurried away once we were done eating, we even stayed to play a card game while killing time on our lunch break.
I found it to be a bit pricey but will return when my craving for dolmas does.
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Great veggie combo!
Reviewer: Susie
from Santa Barbara, CA
I first found Mediterra because they were hosting a classical Ottoman music concert. Hopefully they will continue to host more local musicians. Although I generally get their veggie combo dish, their daily specials are also good. The salad greens included in the veggie combo are always fresh. The Turkish coffee is also highly recommended. Regarding portion size, Mediterra does gives smaller portions than most restaurants, but I think it's perfect, as you leave perfectly satisfied, not overly stuffed. Finally, the service is excellent, and the owner's very nice.
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Great food!Great service!
Reviewer: Aaron Gosnell
from Santa Barbara, CA
Hey!Great Food!Great service!
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Great Owners, Great Food, Great Service
Reviewer: Sarah
from Santa Barbara, CA
What can I say about Rudy and Gabi?! Amazing people! They go out of their way to make sure that your food is prepared properly and you are accommodated. They cater to my company monthly and do a superb job at it. I love their Gyros, Dolmas, Lasagna, Salads...there are too many items to count! I really can't get enough. One critique would be that the portions could be a little bigger, but I'd rather have guaranteed good food, than a lot of horrible food. The other critique is that I wish it was in a more central location, I am sure the Mediterra Café craze would catch on full force. If you haven't tried these guys out, I really think you are missing out on a gem.
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Truly authentic
Reviewer: Elena
from Santa Barbara, CA
The food was great - truly authentic and generous in their portions. I've been looking for decent Greek food and it's here. The feel of the place is actually comfy and nice considering it's in a strip mall. I really hope they can stay in business. Prices are reasonable too.
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awesome
Reviewer: a p c
from Santa Barbara, CA
Veggie combo plate. Baba ghanoush, hummus, salad, warm tasty pita, and dolmas. Perfect. Just go there. Every day. We go out of our way to schlep all the way here from downtown cuz we fiend for this stuff if we haven't had it in a week or so.
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a Greco-Turkish treat
Reviewer: Chris C
from Santa Barbara, CA
Nice range of menu options from wraps and risotto to gyros and bountiful sampler plates with salads. Turkish, Greek...baklava that melts straight into a smile. Tucked away behind the Sizzler, they also have a small market with Mediterranean oils and treats. Indoor and outdoor seating. Great lunch spot with a welcoming attitude.
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Best Mediterranean food around!
Reviewer: Becky
from Santa Barbara, CA
The menu had lots of delighful choices, and the prices were very reasonable. Another bonus: they take SB discount card, so when my friend and I went there for lunch, we got a buy one entree-get one entree free deal. The baklava is amazing, too. Service was friendly and quick. Will definetely return.
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