Sam’s Mediterranean Cuisine

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Kebabs & shawarmas draw crowds to this cozy Mediterranean spot with a relaxed atmosphere & patio.

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301 B St, Davis, CA 95616, USA
4.6
657 reviews
  • Voluptuous Vegan

    We came here on a local recommendation because apparently everyone in Davis LOVES Sam’s. Like… say it with conviction. So of course we had to see what the hype was about.

    And I get the charm. It’s in a converted house, super casual, quirky decor, very “we’ve been here forever and we know it.” Order at the counter, find a seat, go with the flow.

    But for our first time… it didn’t quite land.

    Service was great, no complaints there. Friendly, quick, efficient.
    But everything came out full takeout mode… styrofoam boxes, plastic forks that could not handle lettuce let alone falafel, and those tiny plastic water cups that make you question your hydration strategy. Meanwhile we’re sitting inside like… are we dining or on a field trip?

    We got rice plates and nothing was bad, just nothing had that wow moment. It was all… fine. Steady. No pause mid bite. No “oh this is GOOD.”

    I will say, places like this become staples for a reason. They’re consistent, familiar, and part of the local routine. You can tell this is one of those spots people grow up on and keep coming back to without overthinking it.

    For me, I wanted a little more flavor and a little less takeout energy while actually eating there.

    Also parking is… optimistic. Plan accordingly.

    Would I go back? Maybe.
    Would I bring a real fork next time? Absolutely.

  • Jennifer

    Sam’s has a warm, authentic vibe from the moment you walk in. The music and friendly staff was great.

    I ordered the falafel pita, and I was impressed with the size. It was generously filled with falafel, and the pita and vegetables were fresh. My favorite part of the entire sandwich was actually the pickle, which tasted homemade and was absolutely delicious.

    Unfortunately, the falafel itself was the weak point. It lacked the bold seasoning and flavor I was expecting, and I could noticeably taste the cooking oil, which took away from the overall experience.

    Overall, the meal was edible and the atmosphere was enjoyable, but the food didn’t quite live up to what I’ve had at other places. While I’m glad I gave it a try, it wasn’t memorable enough for me to return.

  • H T

    Favorite place in downtown Davis.

    Great fresh ingredients, hearty food, cute ambiance inside and fast service. Never crowded, cannot believe its not more busy.

    I usually get a chicken plate but ypu cannot really go wrong with anything.

  • michael kotton

    Service was great and they were very friendly. We ordered the falafel pita which was good, but we also ordered a chicken shawarma. The shawarma was filled with three different types of various slabs of mystery meat with colors ranging from yellow to dark brown and looked incredibly processed and nothing like the photos. It all tasted the same and we felt mildly ill after.

    Note: The AI labeled the photo as having pita chips. Mind you, these supposed “pita chips” are actually the chicken.

  • Sai Datta Mikkilineni

    It’s a decent spot, and the food tastes authentic. My friend and I had the chicken & rice combo. The chicken is cooked on a gyro machine, so the flavor and texture are a bit different from the typical “food cart” style chicken & rice — but it was still tasty.

    The accompanying salad felt a bit rushed, with the veggies chopped into big, uneven pieces – wish they were cut into small pieces. That said, the restaurant itself has a nice atmosphere and a touch of cultural charm that adds to the experience. The restaurant is in a really good part of the town.

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