The Mediterranean occupies a characterful Mokoia Road venue in Chatswood, where evening dining is framed by high kauri beams, marble floors and an open-plan interior. Terraced patios extend the space outdoors, while parking at the front door removes some of the logistics from a group visit. The restaurant opens from Wednesday to Sunday and takes table bookings, pairing its distinctive setting with a menu built around Middle Eastern and wider Mediterranean flavours.
Sharing is a natural way to begin. Hummus comes with freshly baked flatbread, while antipasto brings cured meats, cheeses, olives and pickles together on one plate. Marinated feta and Kalamata olives add another simple, salty counterpoint, and fattoush combines tomato, cucumber, cos lettuce and crisp bread with sumac, mint, lemon, garlic and olive oil. These dishes let a table move between creamy, fresh and sharp flavours before committing to a main course.
The official set menus reveal a broad approach to the main event. Lamb fillet and chicken thigh are marinated, threaded with onion and tomato, then chargrilled and served with hummus and flatbread or rice. Peppercorn eye fillet takes a richer route with brandy and cream, while salmon is matched with a mustard glaze, salad, potatoes and tzatziki. A vegetable-topped pizza offers a contrasting choice, and mixed Lebanese baklava closes the meal with a sweet, nutty finish.
The scale of the building makes The Mediterranean particularly adaptable for special occasions. Set-menu packages are available for group bookings and private events, and the venue includes audio-visual equipment for speeches, photographs or presentations. Those facilities complement rather than define the restaurant: couples and smaller tables can still book an ordinary evening meal, while larger parties have room to turn the same Middle Eastern flavours and shared plates into a more structured celebration.
Address: 162 Mokoia Road, Chatswood, Auckland 0626, New Zealand
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The Mediterranean Menu
Entrees & Mezze & Shared Platter
Garlic Bread
Homemade large fresh baked bread with crushed garlic.
Hummus & Bread
Mashed chickpeas, tahini and freshly squeezed lemon juice, made the authentic Lebanese way, served with a large fresh baked warm flatbread.
Baba Ghanoush & Bread
Chunky char-grilled eggplant combined with Tahini, crushed garlic & lemon juice, finished with a drizzle of olive oil, served with a large fresh baked warm flatbread.
Mezze Platter
Three traditional Mediterranean dips (Hummus, Baba Ghanoush, Tzatziki) with fresh baked warm flatbread.
Marinated Olives & Feta
A special assortment of marinated Kalamata olives and feta served with a large fresh baked warm flatbread.
Zeit Wo Za'atar Man'oushe
Freshly baked flat bread, topped with the most aromatic of spice blends of Levantine Za’atar & extra virgin olive oil, served authentically.
Calamari
Our superb in-house cut and prepared fresh squid rings served with Mediterranean salad.
Garlic Prawns
Shelled and marinated, pan-fried in garlic, then cooked in a creamy sauce, served with Mediterranean salad.
Spicy Prawns
Shelled and marinated in spices & chopped chili’s, then char-grilled to perfection, served with Mediterranean salad.
Antipasti Platter
A fine selection of Mediterranean delicacies, cured meats, cheeses, pickles and olives, comes with our homemade hummus and fresh baked warm flatbread.
Antipasti Platter – Extra Large
A fine selection of Mediterranean delicacies, cured meats, cheeses, pickles, olives, and char-grilled chicken fillet, lamb fillet, calamari, king prawns, comes with our homemade Hummus, Baba Ghanoush, Tzatziki and flatbread.
Mains
Peppercorn Eye Fillet
Aged Angus 250g cooked with green peppercorns, brandy, mushroom and a touch of cream. Served with seasonal vegetables and gourmet potatoes.
Ryash Ghanam – Mediterranean Lamb Cutlet
Tender lamb cutlets marinated in olive oil and lightly seasoned. Served with seasonal vegetables, gourmet potatoes and Tzatziki.
Grilled Salmon
Fresh salmon fillet, accompanied with Tzatziki. Served with green salad and gourmet potatoes
Calamari
Our superb in-house cut and prepared fresh squid rings served with Mediterranean salad.
Garlic Prawns
Shelled and marinated, pan-fried in garlic, then cooked in a creamy sauce, served with Mediterranean salad.
Spicy Prawns
Shelled and marinated in spices & chopped chili’s, then char-grilled to perfection, served with Mediterranean salad.
Mashawi – Authentic Skewers
Lamb
Chunky lamb fillet pieces marinated the Mediterranean way, skewered with chunks of onion and tomato, then char-grilled for tenderness and flavor. Served with our homemade Hummus and flatbread.
Chicken
Chunky chicken fillet pieces marinated in olive oil and salt & pepper, skewered with chunks of onion and tomato, then char-grilled for tenderness and flavor. Served with our homemade Hummus and flatbread.
Kafta
Our special recipe spiced beef & lamb mince seasoned & mixed with parsley & onion, grilled to perfection. Served with our homemade Hummus, Tzatziki and flatbread.
Mixed Grill Platter
Signature Lamb, Chicken and Kafta skewers, comes with our homemade Hummus, Baba Ghanoush, Tzatziki, two flatbread and Fattoush salad.
Pizza Traditionale
Large. Gluten free base is available in large size only for an additional $7.50
Margherita
Tomato base & mozzarella cheese
Antonio
Tomato base, mozzarella cheese & mushroom.
Hawaiian
Tomato base, mozzarella cheese, ham & pineapple.
Napolitana
Tomato base, mozzarella cheese, ham, capers, anchovies & olives.
Marinara
Tomato base, mozzarella cheese, tuna, shrimp & anchovies.
Four Seasons
Tomato base, mozzarella cheese, mushroom, ham, salami, tuna & shrimp.
Vegetarian
Tomato base, mozzarella cheese, mushroom, onion, capsicum, olives, capers & pineapple.
Pepperoni
Tomato base, mozzarella cheese, mushroom, salami, capsicum, olives & chili.
The Eduardo's Special – The pizza that's got it all
Tomato base, mozzarella cheese, mushrooms, ham, salami, capsicum, tuna, shrimps, anchovies, capers & olives
Calzone – Folded Pizza
Gluten free base is available in large size only for an additional $7.50
Continental Chilli
Tomato & pesto base, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, salami, black olives, red chili, topped with mozzarella and glazed with olive oil & oregano.
Classic Vegetarian
Tomato & pesto base, mozzarella cheese, marinated mushrooms, feta cheese and mint, glazed with olive oil & oregano.
Pasta
Lasagne Romano
Our family recipe beef lasagna with cheese and silver beet, baked in our rich Napolitana Sauce, topped with melting mozzarella.
Chicken Fettuccine
Marinated chicken fillet, pan-fried and cooked in a creamy mushroom sauce with fresh fettuccine pasta.
Vegetarian Ravioli
Large pasta parcels filled with seasonal veg & cheese, seasoned lightly with cracked pepper, in a white sauce with parmesan, onion, mushrooms and garlic.
Salads
Moroccan Salad – Lamb, Beef or Chicken
Your choice of gently marinated lamb, eye fillet beef or chicken fillet char-grilled and served hot on salad with feta, Kalamata olives – with a Mediterranean dressing of olive oil and salt & pepper, served wit fresh baked warm flatbread and Tzatziki.
Fattoush
Traditional Lebanese salad, combining chunks of tomato, cucumber, cos lettuce, crostini, dazzled with sumac and dried mint, soaked with olive oil, garlic, and fresh lemon juice dressing.
Extras
Fresh Baked Warm Large Flatbread
Hummus
Baba Ghanoush
Tzatziki
Roasted Gourmet Potatoes
Fries
Green Salad
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- Margherita pizza Typical in Auckland: $26.00 $29.50
- Pepperoni pizza Typical in Auckland: $27.50 $38.50
- Hawaiian pizza Typical in Auckland: $24.00 $34.50
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