Simply Delicious written by kimrick
Last visited this restaurant on June 12, 2008

LUNCH - Our meal was delicious and service was wonderful. We thought the salad and bread were the best but the entree's and homemade desert surpassed our expectations. This is not a 'fast food' restaurant so plan on a relaxing visit with time to enjoy your mean and ambiance. Reservations are strongly recommended. Most likely, you may not be seated without them.

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Food to remember written by PabloPicasso
Last visited this restaurant on May 10, 2008

Wow! The man who greeted me at this restaurant, the owner & resident artist, was kind, welcoming, friendly, and generous. I stopped in thinking it was a coffee shop and he graciously took care of my order (take out sandwiches) and treated me to a cold drink and good conversation while I waited. The sandwiches were absolutely the best I have had in years. They were a gourmet experience. He even threw in a few bars of chocolate as a surprise. I loved my food, enjoyed the restaurant, and thought the service was terrific.

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Wonderful Dining Experience written by Natasha2000
Last visited this restaurant on April 25, 2008

We visited this restaurant because we have always wanted to try Balkan food. Previous descriptions of food from Eastern Europe had often seemed somewhat unappealing (rich but bland, etc.) so I did not know what to expect. However, this dining experience absolutely exceeded all my expecations. The service was very kind and attentive without being intrusive. I am sorry to hear that others had negative experiences in this area - we were not asked for a reservation, and were respectfully treated. The atmosphere was very pleasant and comfortable, and every single piece of food that was placed in front of us was delicious. I recommend the sampler platter for dinner, from which you can try all of the 'Balkan specialities'. Every one is outstanding (there is a danger of overeating, since you will want to finish all of them), and the cucumber dip enhanced every flavor further. The salad was intricate and all the ingredients were amazingly fresh. Lastly the dessert was delicate and flavor-rich (a type of mocha torte). It should be noted that the amount of food received for a very reasonable price is just one more reason to visit restaurant Mediteran. Highest recommendation.

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Dinner in Downtown Lansing written by EastLansingFood
Last visited this restaurant on March 18, 2008

I have never been asked for a reservation at this place at dinner or lunch, weekday or on Saturdays. I think the reviewers above may be stretching the truth.

The food is unique - I would recommend trying the daily special whenever you are there.

Tip: if you have not tried the spinach pie here, please do. It is the best I've ever had.

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Reservations -- for this place? written by laurenloo
Last visited this restaurant on January 28, 2008

I was able to try this establishment once & really enjoyed it -- then when a couple co-workers and I went back same story as several other reviewers ... the "gate keeper" said "reservation?" and when we said no, he told us to leave.

This is not a high class establishment & most of the tables were EMPTY!

I'll never go back.

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The most rude and degrading host ever!! written by dwntwnpeople
Last visited this restaurant on June 19, 2007

I have previously dined at Mediteran- and enjoyed it. A friend and I went there to have lunch today, and was greeted with "Reservation?" by the host. We responded "no". His response was "No" and walked away leaving us standing in the doorway- There is nothing posted "reservations only" and a few tables with no "reserved" signs on them. I understand having reservations and if I had known I would have made one- but the manner in which we were treated was horrible and embarrassing. Be sure of one thing- although the food is fabulous, my friend and I will not ever grace this establishment again.

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Fabulous Food written by happygirl19
Last visited this restaurant on June 15, 2006

The Mediteran is one of the best restaurants in downtown Lansing. The service is always good and the daily specials are fabulous. We also enjoy the fact that is is a family-run establishment. We dine in at least once or twice a week.

I would highly recommend it to anyone and hope that they never move from their current location.

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Oh Oh... written by di3d2002
Last visited this restaurant on May 18, 2008

So here goes,,,, a friend topld me about the place and I being who I am decided to stop in and try it. I showed up on a typical lunch hour. I was greeted not by "welcome in" or "how are you today" but simply... Do you have a reseravation? I replied no. The "whoever he was" quickly set the menus he had piked up aside and walked away. There were empty tables... he gave no explanation as to how to even make reseravtations. I quickly turned, placed my tails between my legs and walked away to Sultans. There they welcomed me with open arms and a credit card machine. No soup for me.

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Where's the customer service?? written by Oldtownbrewcrew9
Last visited this restaurant on March 26, 2008

Three of us also walked into the restaurant with a $100 gift certificate ready to spend, spend, spend and were greeted by the same rude server (owner???) that I see others have encountered, who asked if we had a reservation. When we said no, he said no and turned on his heel and left us standing there. We were dumbstruck and stood there a moment, hoping for, I don't know what. Maybe some customer service?? Maybe a suggestion of "I'm sorry, but the wait will be over an hour, can I make a reservation for you for later?" Something, anything. But we basically got slapped. Although I've heard the food is good, the insolence is unacceptable. I can't even rate the food or ambience because I didn't get past the door. I'm going down the street to Tavern on the Square where I'm always greeted with a smile and the service is excellent...as is the food.

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