Mediterranean Exploration Company Menu (2025 Update)
Introducing the menu at Mediterranean Exploration Company offers a diverse range of Mediterranean dishes, with a focus on vegan and vegetarian options. Delight your taste buds with the Palestinian Beef Tartare, King Salmon Tartare, and Lebanese Lamb Tartare from the raw section. Mezza options include flavorful dishes like Falafel, Halloumi & Citrus Lentils, and Sheep's Milk Feta. Customers rave about the crispy lamb hummus, spiced mushrooms, and octopus, praising the chewy texture and bold seasoning. The ambiance is trendy and classy, with attentive service and a wide selection of drinks. From the friendly smiles to the heartwarming goodbyes, every moment spent at Mediterranean Exploration Company is an exceptional dining experience. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or enjoying a casual meal, this restaurant caters to all appetites with its delicious Mediterranean cuisine.
Bread
Ken's Bread Plate
Olive oil. S'hug.
House Challah
Tahina butter.
House Yemenite Kubaneh
Grated tomato, s'hug olive oil.
House Israeli Pita & S'hug
Palestinian Beef Tartare
Pinenuts, parsley, tahina, cumin.
King Salmon Tartare
Grapefruit, cucumber, pink peppercorn.
Lebanese Lamb Tartare Kibbeh
Onion, mint, red cabbage, bulgur crisp.
Raw
Mezza
Beef Bacon Wrapped Date
Almond.
Warm Castelvetrano Olives
Olive oil, bay leaf.
Falafel
S'hug, pickles, tahina.
Fattoush
Mixed greens, za'atar pita chips, sumac, mint.
Shrimp
Cilantro butter, barberries, turmeric.
Halloumi & Citrus
Lentils. M. E. C. Herb mix.
Braised Greek Greens
Olive oil, chili flake, lemon juice.
Sheep's Milk Feta
Olives.
House Made Labneh
Olive oil, fried cauliflower.
Usul Hummus
Tahina, egg and onion.
Radicchio
Cherries, parsley, yogurt dressing.
Fennel Salad
Tarragon, candied pecans, lemon vinaigrette.
Fried Anchovies
Onion, green harissa, hazelnuts, baharat.
Fried Calamari
Spicy tomato sauce, ouzo, tzatziki.
Kofta Moroccan Meatballs
Tomato, turmeric and cilantro.
Shalosh
Roasted eggplant, beet walnut, pumpkin carrot.
Hanger Steak
Fried capers, garlic, smoked olive oil.
Adana Lamb Kebab
Cucumber, yogurt, sumac onions.
Baharat Chicken Kebab
Roasted cabbage salad, tahina, fried onions.
Nazareth Kebab
Beef, lamb, pine nuts, burnt cinnamon, parsley tahina, turnip salad.
Broccolini
Fried berbere chickpeas, tahina, smoked olive oil.
Asparagus
Confit garlic tahina, urfa, dill.
Octopus
Espelette pepper, dill.
Greek Lamb Chops
Oregano, garlic, lemon.
Grill
Oven
Greek Potatoes
Oven Roasted Leeks
Garlic, parsley, pine nut chimichurri, pecorino.
Moroccan Baked Eggs
Tomato, feta, dukkah.
Phyllo Chard Hand Pie
Roasted Kohlrabi
Oregano, sage, feta, dukkah.
El Babor Lamb Kebab Pie
Tomato, pine nut, serrano and dill.
Lebanese Baked Eggplant
Ground lamb. Feta.
Chreime
Tripolitania jewish fish stew, challah.
Moroccan Brick Chicken
Arugula salad, red onion, capers.
Youvetsi
Braised beef, tomato, orzo, ladotiri.
Fried Chicken
Aleppo pepper, honey.
Mejadara
Rice, lentils, fried onion.
Hummus Pitriyot
Maitake mushrooms, paprika and dill.
Scallops
Agresto, leeks, bread crumbs.
Seared King Salmon
Preserved lemon butter, fresno chili, basil.
Mediterranean Sea Bream
Ras al hanout, radish, herbs.
Warm Freekeh Salad
Celeriac, chard, pine nut, sage.
Piato
Sweets
Challah Bread Pudding
Metaxa butter sauce, chocolate tahini, pistachio crumble, lemon whipped cream.
Pistachio & Hazelnut Baklava
Cardamom Ice Cream Affogato
Turkish coffee.
Rose Water Panna Cotta
Yogurt and pistachio caramel.
Chocolate Covered Pistachios
Knafeh
Kadaif. Sheep cheese, orange blossom, candied pecans, sour cream ice cream.