Salt Lake City, UTMediterranean

Manoli's presents Greek cooking through a personal, contemporary lens without losing the structure of a shared Mediterranean meal. Seasonal plates can draw on techniques and flavors from France, Spain and Italy, while Greek natural wines keep the table grounded. The compact Central City room suits ordering several dishes and letting the meal unfold at an easy pace.

Laziz Kitchen gives Lebanese cooking a bright, contemporary setting in Central 9th. Beet dip, baba ghanouj and hummus invite a mezze approach, while roasted cauliflower, stuffed grape leaves, lamb and falafel add substance. The menu works especially well for a mixed table because many dishes are naturally suited to sharing and several plant based choices feel integral rather than secondary.

Layla Mediterranean Grill And Mezze brings Lebanese family recipes to a polished Holladay dining room. Hummus, baba ghanouj, grape leaves and other mezze make a natural opening, followed by grilled meats or seafood with rice and vegetables. The combination of small plates and composed entrees lets a table choose between a quick lunch and a longer shared dinner.

Mazza builds a broad Lebanese meal from labneh, warm pita, kibbeh, mujadarra and baba ghanouj. Lamb and rice dolaa adds a deeper centerpiece, and the Lebanese wine selection gives the food an uncommon regional pairing. The 15th and 15th dining room has the range for vegetarians, meat eaters and groups that want to assemble dinner from many plates.

The Med has long served a wide Mediterranean menu from its 3300 South dining room. Plates move among hummus, kebabs, rice, grilled vegetables and seafood, offering familiar formats for both lunch and dinner. The breadth is useful for groups with different appetites, while the straightforward neighborhood setting keeps attention on generous portions and a relaxed shared meal.