Mediterranean

Order the best Mediterranean near Deer Park, TX

Best Mediterranean Restaurants Nearby in Deer Park

Starbucks

Starbucks

4.5
(1k+)
• Coffee • Cafe
$0 delivery fee • 3.4 mi • 33 min
"The Apple Crisp Oatmilk Macchiato is a great fall treat "
"Starbucks never disappoints me, the flavor is excellent and my order always arrives with the security seals intact. "
Iced Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espresso
First we shake Starbucks® Blonde espresso, brown sugar and cinnamon together, and then top it off with oatmilk and ice for a cool lift to power you through your day. If Starbucks® Blonde Espresso Roast is not available, Signature Espresso Roast will be substituted.
$9.69
Caramel Ribbon Crunch Frappuccino® Blended Beverage
Buttery caramel syrup blended with coffee, milk and ice, then topped with a layer of dark caramel sauce, whipped cream, caramel drizzle and a crunchy caramel-sugar topping—oh-so-beautifully delicious.
$8.47
White Chocolate Mocha
Our signature espresso meets white chocolate sauce and steamed milk, and then is finished off with sweetened whipped cream to create this supreme white chocolate delight.
$7.86
Iced Matcha Latte
Smooth and creamy, this vibrant green tea latte is handcrafted with our matcha, milk and classic syrup, served with ice. A perfect anytime boost with sweetness that can be customized to your taste, and goes with any quarter zip.
$11.24
Denny's

Denny's

4.2
(2k+)
• Breakfast & Brunch • Family Meals
$0 delivery fee • 8.3 mi • 47 min
Farther away
"Omg the T-Bone Steak was cooked to perfection. Seasoned very well mashed potatoes had a little twist with them taste like cheese was added the flavors was all there and brocci were regular but good as well. It was all worth the money I paid."
"This was perfect for me. They packed everything that you need to eat it. Steak was a little bit too salty for me but I'm sensitive to salt. Eggs were cooked perfect, and hash browns also. I would definitely recommend"
Super Slam™
Contains egg, dairy, soybeans, wheat & gluten; may contain sesame. Two buttermilk pancakes served with two eggs* cooked your way, two Applewood-smoked bacon strips, two all-pork sausage links, and crispy hash browns.
$10.98
T-Bone Steak & Eggs
Contains egg, dairy, soybeans, wheat, & gluten; may contain tree nuts & sesame. A 13 oz. seasoned T-Bone steak. Served with two eggs*, hash browns and choice of bread.
$20.91
Grand Slam® Burrito
Contains egg, dairy, soybeans, wheat, & gluten; may contain sesame. A warm flour tortilla filled with Applewood-smoked bacon, all-pork sausage, scrambled eggs, crispy hash browns, and melted cheese. Served with salsa.
$8.33
Lumberjack Slam®
Hit the spot every time with two fluffy buttermilk pancakes, grilled ham, two Applewood-smoked bacon strips, two all-pork sausage links, two eggs* made to order, crispy hash browns and white toast.
$15.6
The Ice Cream Shop

The Ice Cream Shop

4.7
(40+)
• Ice Cream • Dessert
$0 delivery fee
Ben & Jerry's Strawberry Cheesecake
Strawberry cheesecake ice cream with strawberries and a graham cracker swirl. 16oz
$8.8
Build Your Own Ben & Jerry's 3 Pack
Save when you bundle 3 pints of Ben & Jerry's!
$24.33
Ben & Jerry's Chocolate Fudge Brownie
Fudgy chunks of brownie goodness mixed into dark and rich chocolate ice cream. Sounds like a dream. 16 oz
$8.92
Ben & Jerry's Milk & Cookies
Vanilla ice cream with a chocolate cookie swirl, chocolate chip, and chocolate chip cookies. Cookie madness, mixed with vanilla ice cream — has your inner cookie monster exploded with joy yet? 16oz
$8.61
Mediterranean Rice Bowls

Mediterranean Rice Bowls

3.8
(70+)
• American • Mediterranean
$0 delivery fee
15% off on $15+
Chicken Kebab Rice Bowl
Grilled chicken over basmati rice with hummus, diced cucumber and tomato salad, shredded lettuce and a drizzle of tahini sauce.
$20.78
Chicken Shawarma Rice Bowl
Savory chicken shawarma over basmati rice with hummus, diced cucumber and tomato salad, shredded lettuce and a drizzle of garlic sauce.
$21.59
Beef Shawarma Rice Bowl
Savory beef shawarma over basmati rice with hummus, diced cucumber and tomato salad, shredded lettuce and a drizzle of garlic sauce.
$22.23
Grape Leaves
Four grape leaves stuffed with rice and lemon.
$6.59
Bibis House of Kabob

Bibis House of Kabob

4.7
(800+)
• Mediterranean • Kebabs
$0 delivery fee
"Best Greek [Chicken] Salad ever!! The ingredients were fresh and crisp, the chicken was tender and well seasoned, and their Greek salad dressing was fantastic!!! "
"I always order lamb shank. I am thanking of changing as you have become very very skimpy with the juice. Today there was not even 6 oz of the cooking juice. Also the lamb was not fully covered so almost half the outer shank was very tough and dry. This is not what you use to have. "
Chicken Kabob
Two skewers of saffron-marinated boneless chicken breast.
$18.62
Gyro and Side
All sandwiches made with Romaine lettuce, red onions, tomatoes, and Tzatziki sauce. Including a choice of Saffron Rice, Greek Salad, French Fries, or Lentil Soup.
$14.24
Samosa
Three fried spring rolls stuffed with a savory mixture of potatoes, herbs, and vegetables. Sauce choices: tzatziki, hot sauce, ranch.
$7.23
Waels Mediterranean Cuisine

Waels Mediterranean Cuisine

4.6
(1k+)
• Kabobs • Greek
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"The gyro platter was awesome, the gyro itself was amazing and the tatziki sauce that comes with it was awesome too. I got the baba ghanouj instead of the rice and it was awesome ,it even has little olives on top. My boyfriend got the gyro plate also with the rice that comes with it and he says it was really good, but by far the best thing was the Baklava, it was genuinely amazing, worth every penny in my opinion"
"The chicken gyro is the BEST, great flavor and the tzatziki is addictive. Love ordering it with the spicy potatoes as a side! Hummus was great too. Wish the pita bread was thicker, it seemed like a tortilla chip! "
Lamb Gyro Wrap Combo
Gyro Meat, Lettuce, Onion, Tomato and Tzatziki Sauce with your choice of French Fries, Spicy Potatoes, or a Small Greek Salad
$16.12
Chicken Gyro Wrap Combo
Chicken, Lettuce, Onion, Tomato, and Tzatziki Sauce with your choice of French Fries, Spicy Potatoes, or a Small Greek Salad
$16.03
D: Gyro Platter
80% Lamb and 20% Beef served with Tzatziki, Rice and a Small Greek Salad
$22.78
Greek Salad
Iceberg and Romaine lettuce, red cabbage, onion, tomato, green bell pepper, Kalamata olives, pepperoncini, feta, and cucumber.
$16.93
Gyro Republic

Gyro Republic

4.4
(100+)
• Greek • Halal
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
$5 off on $35+
"I could eat this literally every day. It's so good!"
"The gyro rice bowl is delicious always get the extra protein. The veggies are super fresh and crisp! This is a great value for a hearty bowl. One of my favorite places to order from."
Rice Bowl
Spicy or Signature Basmati Turmeric Rice, Protein, Toppings and Sauce
$16.36
Pita Sandwich
Pita bread stuffed with your choice of protein, fresh toppings like vegetables, and flavorful sauces.
$13.54
Gyrito (Burrito)
Comes with fries, protein, toppings and sauce.
$14.44
Gyro Rice Bowl (BOGO)
Your favorite Pita Sandwich (pita bread, protein, toppings, sauce) with a side of our fries!
$26.44
Saint Pita

Saint Pita

4.3
(80+)
• $$
$0 delivery fee
$3 off on $20+
"I got the Chicken Shawarma Pita.. oh my gosh is was good. I was surprised at how good it tasted. It was also very big and loaded with meat. It was fresh and warm. I would definitely get it again."
"I always get the Chicken Shawarma Pita with onions, tomatoes, and cucumbers, and it's always fantastic. The price is great for what you get."
Pita Combo
Your choice of pita, add-ons and side.
$18.95
Chicken Shawarma Pita
Chicken shawarma pita wrap with your choice of toppings and sauce.
$13.62
Chicken Gyro Pita
Mixed beef & lamb gyro pita wrap with your choice of toppings and sauce.
$14.14
Beef & Lamb Gyro Pita
Your choice of meat in a pita wrap with your choice of toppings and sauce.
$16.28
La Nueva Michoacana

La Nueva Michoacana

Mexican • Fast Casual
$0 delivery fee
Newly Added
"La mejor nieve que e probado en Pasadena"
Fresas Con Crema Naturales
Deliciosas fresas frescas, preparadas con una rica y cremosa mezcla de crema. Un postre natural, dulce y refrescante, perfecto para disfrutar en cualquier momento. ¡Te encantarán! Vaso de 20 oz
$11
Banana Split
Rica combinación entre banana, 3 sabores de nieve, chocolate y el topping de tu preferencia sin olvidar la cereza
$13.5
Habibi Restaurant

Habibi Restaurant

4.5
(90+)
• Grocery • Pickup
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
Chicken Shawarma
Sandwich with pickles and garlic sauce.
$9.99
Falafel
Hummus, tomato, lettuce, tahini sauce.
$6.99
Charcoal Grill & Steaks

Charcoal Grill & Steaks

Mediterranean • Steakhouses
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
Over Rice
Juicy, perfectly cooked protein served over rice.
$19.57
Wraps
Rolled in a soft tortilla with fresh veggies, sauces & your choice of protein.
$16.45
Philly Sandwich
Toasted hoagie loaded with melted cheese, sautéed peppers & onions, and your choice of protein.
$20.45
Burger
Juicy patties topped with fresh veggies, cheese, and your choice of protein.
$20.41
Middle Eastern Halal Supermarket and Restaurant

Middle Eastern Halal Supermarket and Restaurant

Halal • Gyro
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
Chicken Shawarma
Sandwich with pickles and garlic sauce.
$9.99
Falafel
Hummus, tomato, lettuce, tahini sauce.
$6.99
TropiPizza

TropiPizza

4.5
(300+)
• Italian • Pizzeria
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"Estos son los me Spaghetti Cubanos que eh comido desde que vivo aquí EEUU . Muy ricos !!! Los recomiendo al 100%%"
"Le doy la más alta puntuación porque lo merece los Spaghetti Napolitano con Jamón están súper buenos la Pizz de Cebolla / Onion Pizzaa un sabor especial y llegó caliente a pesar que fueron 8 millas de distancia el batido fiel al sabor lo recomiendo al 100"
Batido de Mamey
Agua, Azúcar, Leche, Pulpa natural de Mamey y Hielo de agua destilada.
$6.01
Spaghetti Cubano con Jamón
Spaghetti cosido, queso parmesano, salsa Vitanova preparada al estilo de la casa y Jamón.
$8.5
Pizza Napolitana / Neapolitan Pizza
Masa de pizza, salsa de tomates preparada, queso parmesano, queso mozzarella, hojas de albahaca fresca. / Pizza dough, prepared tomato sauce, parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, fresh basil leaves.
$7.96
Pizza de Jamón / Ham Pizza
Masa de pizza, salsa de tomates preparada, queso parmesano, queso mozzarella y lascas de jamón. / Pizza dough, prepared tomato sauce, parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese and ham slices.
$8.94
Dubai & Dips

Dubai & Dips

4.7
(100+)
• Middle Eastern • American
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"This was the first time I ordered from here and I am floored at the quality and the flavor of this food. And the price is great for the quality!! I will definitely be ordering again. I ordered the Dubai crêpe and the Biscoff crêpe and honestly cannot pick which one was better. They're very rich and I will be eating all of them for quite a few few days."
"I ordered Dubai chocolate, a Berry Hibiscus refresher and the Dubai Strawberry chocolate cup from Dubai &Dips on DoorDash and really loved everything! The desserts tasted fresh and delicious, and the drink was refreshing and perfectly sweetened. Everything arrived in great condition, the bag had Dubai boarding pass attached to the bag, cute :) I'll definitely be ordering again."
Dubai Strawberry Cup
Rich, creamy chocolate layered with juicy strawberries, crunchy pistachios and crispy kataifi, finished with a generous drizzle of pistachio cream.
$19.8
D&D Dubai Chocolate Bar
Rich milk chocolate filled with creamy pistachio and crispy kataifi pastry, inspired by the iconic Dubai chocolate combination.
$8.82
DUBAI CHOCOLATE FRAPPE
Golden, crispy kunafa layered with delicate shredded pastry and sweet cheese, soaked in fragrant syrup and topped with crushed pistachios.
$10.17
Classic Kunafa
Creamy, smooth latte blended with tiramisu for a rich, comforting drink with a deliciously smooth finish. Topped with a light shake of cocoa powder.
$9.94
Texas sharks restaurant llc

Texas sharks restaurant llc

American • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
Philly Steak
Green pepper, mushroom, lettuce, onion, tomato, mayo, & cheese.
$10.99
Gyro
Mayo & pickles.
$12.99
Cheeseburger
Lettuce, onion, tomato, cheese, pickles, ketchup, & mustard.
$9.99
Grilled Chicken
Lettuce, tomato, mayo, & cheese.
$8.63
Brooklyn Pizza

Brooklyn Pizza

4.7
(200+)
• Italian • Pizzeria
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"The pizza is so good and the cheese is so thick! The crust is just right, and oh my goodness! Isn't that a beautiful Greek salad? everything in it is fresh and crisp and the Greek dressing is excellent… I live in San Leon and my black Shepherd and I travel to the restaurant whenever we get close to town... she loves pizza too!"
"Always weary of Pizza places outside of NY/NJ calling themselves "Brooklyn or NY" pizza, but surprised for once in this case as this spot actually has decent pizza and hot subs. They made a few mistakes on our order but the food quality and flavor was pretty good compared to 90% of all the other pizza places in Houston. Cheesesteak was surprisingly pretty good, they actually seasoned their meat, had great flavor and decent bread. Hard to find a decent cheesesteak in this city. Only issue is that they use mozzarella for their cheese and wish they would give the option for American cheese like a proper Philly cheesesteak or at lease provolone but it was still pretty good. Also the description says onions and peppers with no options to keep or remove and we ended getting a cheesesteak with just steak and cheese which is fine because we didn't want any green peppers. The meatball parm sub was also pretty good better than most places. The chicken cutlet was decent, not the worst and not the best, wish they didn't cut the chicken up and just gave whole cutlets like a chicken parm should be. Chicken cutlet sandwich was decent as well but it had cheese on it which it doesn't say it does in the description also not that big a deal but not exactly what we wanted and wish they would give an option to add mayo to the sandwich, but ended up just adding it ourselves at home and it was pretty good after that. The wings were also pretty good, the blue cheese they give with it was also good. The pizza was pretty good, only issue is we ordered half plain and half pepperoni and we ended up getting a pie full of pepperoni, not that big a deal but we definitely wanted plain because that's how you judge a pizza spot properly is by how good their plain pizza is, anyhow it was still pretty good, especially compared to some of these horrendous pizza spots we have tried out here in H-town and we have tried almost all of them out here. Home Slice is still oneof the best we have found in this city but this spot is not bad. So overall we give them a 7.9/10 which is a good score for this areas when everything else is a 5-6/10 or lower. Would recommend giving them a try."
Cheese Pizza (Large 16")
Classic cheese or create your own pizza.
$21.62
Cheese Pizza (X-Large 18")
Classic cheese or create your own pizza.
$23.95
Chicken Wings (10 Pieces)
Bone in & boneless wings tossed in hot, mild or BBQ sauce.
$14.81
Garlic Bread with Cheese
Pepperoni, sausage, green peppers, onions, mushrooms & extra cheese.
$5.95
THE SUNNI SPOT

THE SUNNI SPOT

American • Middle Eastern
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
Sweet Harmony
Strawberry, Banana, Date – Balanced sweetness blended with creamy almond milk for a smooth and satisfying treat.
$10
Beet Blast
Banana, Peanut Butter, Beets, Cacao Nibs, Dates, Vanilla, Whey Protein – Blended with smooth almond milk for a rich, earthy flavor.
$10
Tuna Delight Wrap
Tuna mixed with the sunni spice blend topped with spinach, tomato, onion, and house-made mayo. Served with wheat wrap.
$8
Earth to Mars

Earth to Mars

5.0
(10+)
• American • Cafe
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"I LOVE EARTH TO MARS!!!!! Every thing they do is simple, yet sublime. Most excellent and unusual noms. "
"The Avocado Toast was so good I ordered it again and ate 2 orders myself!"
Turkey Wrap
Sliced turkey, Muenster cheese, salsa macha aioli, lettuce, and tomato.
$10.5
Chicken Salad Sandwich
lettuce, red onion, and lemon.
$10.75
Cured Salmon Baguette
Herb spread, preserved lemon vinaigrette, mixed greens, red onion, and capers.
$13.75
Cafe Salad
Mixed greens, toasted walnuts, herb cucumbers, seasoned ricotta, and preserved lemon vinaigrette.
$12.17
The Bay Patio

The Bay Patio

Brunch • Tacos
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
Caprese Bites
Blackened redfish filet served with garlic mashed potatoes & asparagus, topped with a roasted red pepper sauce. (sauce served cold for best flavor) (6-8 oz)
$13
Blackened Redfish
1/3 pound smash burger, American cheese, lettuce, red onion, and house made burger sauce. Served with a side of potato chips.
$24
Bay Patio Burger
Grilled mahi mahi topped with a pineapple relish & avocado crema on corn tortillas. Served along side Cuban style black beans.
$15
Mahi Mahi Taco
Fresh gulf coast shrimp topped with a jalapeno cabbage slaw, & avocado crema on corn tortillas. Served along side Cuban style black beans.
$17
Bumpy Pickle

Bumpy Pickle

Pizza
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
Pretzel
Warm soft pretzel topped with flaked sea salt. Served with course mustard and house made beer cheese.
$8.68
Jumbo Wings
Bone in, 8 or 12 pieces per order. Choose your sauce: buffalo, BBQ, teriyaki, lemon pepper, garlic parmesan, nashville hot, sweet chilli.
$19.76
Grilled Chicken Avocado
Chicken Avocado Sandwich with Swiss, smashed avocado, sun-dried tomato, lemon aioli, and fresh greens.
$18.13
Roasted Street Corn
Roasted corn, sriracha aioli, cilantro, parmesan.
$7.02
Jason's Deli

Jason's Deli

4.7
(9k+)
• Deli • Sandwiches
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
"Perfection!!! As always! The chicken Alfredo was awesome, this was the first time I’ve had the pasta, the chicken melted in my mouth, I added mushrooms, spinach and onion, so good! The pasta itself was cooked perfectly not mushy. Next time I’m going to try one of the other pasta dishes. There was definitely enough for 2 meals definitely worth the price! 💕"
"I tried it for the first time today, I was feeling sick and wanted some cream soup, after a disappointment with a simir restaurant I didn't hadhigh expectations but the cheese broccoli was so tasty and the Chipotle Chicken & Avocado Panini was so warm and delicious, made wish I ordered the full portion, new favorite"
California Club
Roasted turkey breast, bacon, Swiss, guacamole, tomato, field greens, mayo, on a toasted croissant. Choice of one side: fresh fruit, steamed veggies, baked chips or blue corn chips with salsa. Choose a Full or Half sandwich, or enjoy our Manager's Special - a Half sandwich served with your choice of soup, fruit, or Mac & Cheese.
$14.62
Broccoli Cheese
What makes our Broccoli Cheese Soup so popular? The richness of melted cheese, sweet cream, whole fresh green broccoli florets and onions lightly sautéed in butter. Many make it their soup choice for a Manager’s Special.
$8.02
Chicken Alfredo
Grilled chicken breast, penne pasta, Alfredo sauce, Asiago. Served with herb focaccia.
$15.9
Irish Potato
Once a soup du jour, our creamy Irish Potato Soup has returned to our menu. Raise your spoon to potatoes, milk, sweet cream, sour cream, onions and carrots with a cheddar base in a savory chicken stock.
$8.46
Mariscos mar y tierra

Mariscos mar y tierra

4.9
(10+)
• Mexican • Seafood Restaurant
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
Arroz mar y tierra
Tilapia fish and shrimp cooked with lime juice, boiled octopus with cucumbers, red onions, tomatoes, cilantro, avocado and house sauce.
$18.98
Ceviche mixto
Shrimp marinated with lime juice, cucumbers, red onions, and green sauce.
$18.98
Aguachile verde
Shrimp marinated in lime juice with cucumbers, red onions, and house red sauce.
$18.98
Aguachile rojo
Tilapia fish with lime juice, cucumbers, onions, tomatoes, cilantro, avocado and house sauce.
$19.8
Airport deli

Airport deli

4.3
(100+)
• Deli • Sushi
$0 delivery fee
Farther away
Wallet-Friendly
"The lasagna arrived a little messy, but it was incredibly flavorful. The sauce had a slightly earthy taste, with little bits of meat throughout and plenty of cheese, making it a comforting and satisfying dish."
"BLT, deviled egg, and club The Club sandwich were all perfectly made and delicious 😋"
The Club
"Las Vegas style". Smoked ham and turkey layered on toasted bread with crispy bacon, American and swiss cheese, lettuce tomatoes , dill pickles, mayonnaise and mustard.
$8.07
Super Original
Double ham, double salami, double provolone cheese and special sauce.
$9.78
Roast Beef
Lean roast beef, mayonnaise and dill pickles.
$10.02
Muffaletta(quarter)
"New Orleans tradition". The taste of New Orleans ! Delicious smoked ham, hard salami, topped with provolone cheese with our homemade olive dressing and special sauce on A New Orleans Italian style bread. Served cold or toasted.
$11.45
Cafe La Porte

Cafe La Porte

4.6
(30+)
• Tacos • Fried Chicken
$0 delivery fee
Gordita
One delicious gordita filled with lettuce, tomatoes, choice of meat, and beans.
$8.91
Regular (6") Philly Cheese Steak with fries
Enjoy a deliciously meaty and cheesy chicken or beef philly cheese topped with caramelized peppers and onions and a side of Fries
$12
3 Piece Taco
3 Delicious Mexican Carne tacos wrapped up in your choice of flour or corn tortilla.
$17.59
Quesadilla
Flour tortilla filled cheese and choice of meat, which includes lettuce and tomato on side.
$15.83

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