Mediterraneo Family Restaurant

we arrived on a Wednesday night fairly late around quarter past 9 the place seemed fairly busy still, our server was very friend and welcoming, we started off ordering the calamari and the three dip platter, the calamari was delicious and the dips were good too, the tzaziki was legit not like the store bought stuff and the humus was good too, we ordered veal Parmesan and chicken souvlaki dinner, the veal was huge and just right, the skewer was tender and full of spices, just great, definitely be back here.

Went to this place with my significant other because we read all the rave reviews. The place is very nicely decorated, the location odd as it is in a stripmall. We were greeted warmly and taken to our table which was a cute little booth (which would be way too small for most people, even those of the average size). They need to space out their tables more, way too crammed!
We ordered a saganaki. Nothing to write home about, was your typical saganaki, no complaints other than it took about 20 minutes to get and at most restaurants it never takes that long. They weren't even busy! I decided to order the ribs. Huge portion, but not tender to my liking. THe sauce was nice, but they were overcooked and seemed as if they had been recooked again and again - too tough. I was not impressed and took it to go for my dog. My wife had the chicken souvlaki and although she said it was okay, she has had much better. THe prices were a little high considering the taste of the food, but was worth it in terms of portions if the food was good. Service was a little awkward. Not sure if we will return, expected more becuase of the reviews - maybe the staff is writing them, most of the people who have reviewed this place have only reviewed this restaurant...makes you wonder.... Overall, have had much better and is overrated.

Definitely a pricey option depending on what you get, but for the sheer amount and quality of the food, it's worth it. We ate a lot and still had enough for leftovers for a couple of days.

The appetizer for two was good and the dolmadakia were the second best I've ever had (the best were twice the price) and definitely the best in the area. Having the three dips were nice, and the taramosalata was an interesting new taste.

We got "The Mediterraneo" to share and it was really very good. The lamb chops were maybe a tiny bit overdone if you don't like your meat well-done but for us it was perfect. Once again the dolmadakia were great. The moussaka was great when fresh but lost a lot on reheat so eat it there if you get it. The souvlaki were good, as were the rice and vegetable. The roasted potatoes were fantastic and we've wanted to go back just for them.

Overall a fantastic meal. If you're used to (or looking for) a big meal and rich flavours, this place is great. Make sure to save lots of space before going, though!

I wanted to come back and post a review as I visited Mediterraneo for my birthday based on the reviews I found here. First and foremost, our overall experience was fabulous.

We shared a Saganaki to start, and two of us commented on how perfect the pita served with it was toasted.

Our mains took slightly long to arrive, but arrived at the same time when they did. The portions are more than generous. I just stared in awe for a bit. This is a place where no chef could justifiably be insulted if you didn't clean your plate. Most mains come with three sides: roasted potato, seasoned rice and some sort of vegetable. One could easily be dropped without making the portions unreasonable. But they are all good! I'm not a potato lover, but those are the best potatoes I've ever had. They have a way of infusing them with flavour, and they were perfectly cooked as well.

Throughout the mains, the flavour seemed perfect. A couple of things (the pork souvlaki and a few of the lamb chops) were marginally overcooked, but again, the flavour was definitely there. The tsatsiki was also worth mentioning. It seemed home-made and I don't know, maybe it was that the dill tasted really fresh, but I liked it better than the typical same-old tsatsiki I've experienced in restaurants.

Dessert was a shared Mango and berry cheesecake, and was perfect.

Service was great (though the restaurant was fairly quiet at the time); I can't remember our server's name but she was both personable and personal.

We were really nitpicking, because this was really the first time we've read a bunch of reviews before going. We were in a judgemental state of mind. And yet we could still barely find any faults with the restaurant.

I absolutely love this restaurant. They always give large portions (I always end up bringing left overs home). Great atmosphere and very romantic for couples (dim lighting and candles). The best moussaka I have ever had was from this restaurant. It's difficult now to order anything else when I go.
I'm not sure if the chef is the owner, but he is always around and always says thank you as we leave the restaurant. Very friendly, very nice, I definitely recommend this one!!

This place is outstanding. I read reviews here from several years ago, but I assure you that they are no longer valid. I've gone three times in the last 6 months and each time the food is divine. I have ordered the vegetarian moussaka three times as my main dish and have ordered various appetizers, they were all so delicious. The greek salad that comes with the meal is the best I have eaten in Waterloo and Kitchener, including the time I went to Three Kretans. There's only one Greek restaurant that I've been to that's better however it's in London, Ontario.

Went to this place after reading the reviews here. I was not disappointed, the food was amazing. Service was good although my friend and I went to the restaurant in jeans and t-shirts; we did feel uncomfortable as it seemed you needed to be dressed nicer. Other than that it was a great experience, with huge great tasting portions!

If you want some great Greek food in this city .. look no further ! Mediterraneo serves the best Greek food in Waterloo!!

We decided to check out this restaurant after seeing that they were voted "best european restaurant" in KW and were runners up as "best mediterranean cuisine" in KW, not a small task... great work .... food is awesome check it out.

Me and my wife visited this restaurant, after seeing that they were chosen as the 2008 Kitchener Records Readers Choice Winner for Best Mediterraneo Restaurant.... They have HUGE portions and the food was the best I have ever had, the Lamb Chops are tender and juicy... Will definitley return.