What is a mediterranean restaurant?

If you’ve ever asked, “What is a Mediterranean restaurant?” let us show you.

At The Phoenician Garden, we don’t just serve food. We serve memories. Joy. Comfort. Our dishes are rooted in centuries-old family traditions from Lebanon, Greece, Armenia, and beyond, where recipes are passed down like heirlooms and meals are made to be shared.

But there’s more to it than flavor. A true Mediterranean restaurant offers food that’s good for your soul—and your body.

The Mediterranean Diet: Healthy, Delicious, and Time-Tested

Year after year, the Mediterranean diet is ranked the #1 Best Overall Diet by experts at U.S. News & World Report. Why? Because it focuses on real, wholesome ingredients that have nourished generations:
•Olive oil
•Lean proteins like chicken, lamb, and fish
•Fresh herbs, lemon, and garlic
•Whole grains like bulgur and rice
•Vegetables, legumes, and heart-healthy fats

At The Phoenician Garden, these aren’t trendy buzzwords—they’re the building blocks of every dish we make. Whether it’s our grilled Chicken Shawarma Plate, our fragrant lentil soup, or our fresh tabbouleh salad, you’re eating food that’s as good for your heart as it is for your appetite.

Garlic Chicken Wrap

Phoenician Pizza

What You’ll Find at a Mediterranean Restaurant Like Ours

Walk into The Phoenician Garden, and you’ll smell the warmth before you even sit down. Our kitchen simmers with garlic, sumac, and spice. You’ll hear laughter at every table and see plates passed with love.

Our guests come for dishes like:
•Combo Kebobs with tender beef, juicy chicken, and grilled vegetables
•Spicy Chicken kissed by the flame and cooled by creamy garlic sauce
•Falafel & Hummus with warm pita to scoop and share
•Baklava made with layers of phyllo, crushed nuts, and sweet syrup

We’re proud to offer vegetarian, gluten-free, and family-style options for every kind of gathering.

More Than a Meal — A Mediterranean Way of Life

Dining at a Mediterranean restaurant isn’t just about what’s on your plate. It’s about how it’s served—slowly, generously, and with love.

It’s about eating together. Talking. Laughing. Ordering that extra side of baba ghanoush. At The Phoenician Garden, every guest is family. Every visit is a celebration.

And with over 2,700 glowing reviews and a 4.5-star average rating, our Fresno neighbors agree. 

Family at the Heart of Phoenician Garden

Phoenician Garden began as one family’s dream. Founded by Mo Hmaidan and now lovingly run by his son, Tarek, this Fresno favorite is built on generations of home-cooked tradition. Every dish you enjoy here comes from the Hmaidan family’s kitchen—a legacy of flavor passed down, plate by plate.

Our seasonings don’t come from a bottle. They come from the source. Many of our spices are hand-selected and imported directly from Lebanon to bring the most authentic flavor possible to every bite.

Thoughtful Food, Made Daily

At Phoenician Garden, the cooking begins with intention. Our lentil soup simmers slowly. Our baklava is layered by hand. From fresh herbs to finely ground spices, each detail is treated with care.

We believe that how food is made matters. That’s why every dish is prepared fresh, every morning, using ingredients we trust and flavors we know by heart.

A Fresno Favorite for Real Mediterranean Flavor

Phoenician Garden is rooted in tradition and guided by care. Our Fresno community has come to know us as a place where Mediterranean food is prepared the right way—with time, honesty, and flavor that speaks for itself.

Whether you’re joining us for a relaxed lunch, picking up dinner for the family, or ordering catering for a special event, you can count on the same thing every time: food made with integrity. From our kitchen to your table, everything we serve is seasoned with purpose and prepared with heart.

VISIT US

Dine in at our Herndon and First location, order online for pickup, or ask about catering for your next celebration.
📍 1025 E Herndon Ave #106, Fresno, CA
📞 (559) 261-2747

Interested in trying the Mediterranean diet for yourself? Explore our menu or plan your next event with our catering services.