Authentic Mediterranean Cuisine in San Mateo

""I need to talk about the falafel situation at Cobani.

Listen, I've had falafel before. I thought I knew what falafel was. Turns out I've been living a LIE. These golden orbs of chickpea perfection have fundamentally changed my understanding of what's possible in this world.

Crispy on the outside? Check. Fluffy on the inside? Double check. The kind of herbaceous flavor that makes you close your eyes and question every life decision that led you to NOT eating this falafel sooner? TRIPLE CHECK.

I'm not saying this falafel cured my existential dread, but I'm also not NOT saying that. I've already been back three times this week. My wallet is crying but my taste buds are throwing a party.

If you're in San Mateo and you don't stop by Cobani for this falafel, are you even really living? Asking for a friend (me, I'm the friend).

10/10 would marry this falafel if it were legal.""

""We ordered the Chicken Gyro Wrap, Chicken Kebab Plate, Babaganoush, and Chicken Kebab with Baklava for dessert. If you haven't been to this place before, it’s a decent-sized, clean establishment with a few tables on the sidewalk. You order your food at the counter, and it is brought to your table when ready. Our order arrived quickly, though I must point out that the place not very busy at that time.
The food was amazing—finger-licking good and generously portioned. Both the wrap and the kebab plate came with a fresh, crunchy salad. For the price, the food was worth it. Although I am not a resident of California and found it a bit expensive, it may not seem so to locals. Regardless, if you enjoy Mediterranean food, you should definitely check this place out. We loved it and highly recommend it.""

""Food was so gooood! Rice was seasoned and was such a pleasant surprise. Good portions and served on cute wood boards with great presentation. The salad was well flavored and hummus and pita bread with the plate was delicious.

They also had a Turkish beer we usually do not see in the U.S. and were so happy to have found! Bomonti

What a great find! Highly recommend!!""

""Cozy Mediterranean restaurant located on 25th Avenue in San Mateo. The airy interior is decorated with bright colors, which makes it easy to enjoy the delicious beef gyro or the chick gyro plate. Rice is well-seasoned and cooked perfectly. Friendly and helpful staff. Plenty of free street parking.""

""This restaurant was on my way to a different destination (I stopped to grab a bite). The staff are very friendly, the food portions were good and flavorful. Prices are resealable and many choices to pick. You guys are great. Thanks for the good food.""