Opening hours
Closed · opens 1:30 PM
| Monday | 11:30 AM – 8:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Friday | 1:30 PM – 8:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM – 8:00 PM |
Local time in Iowa City: 5:07 AM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (319) 337-0531 to confirm.
Location & directions
1800 Boyrum StIowa City, IA 52240
About Kandaka Mediterranean
Located at 1800 Boyrum St in Iowa City, Iowa, Kandaka Mediterranean is a Mediterranean restaurant. It is one of 75 places to eat and drink we list in Iowa City. Expect affordable prices, around $10–20 per person.
Kandaka Mediterranean is open 6 days a week, usually 11:30 AM – 8:00 PM (closed Wednesday).
The menu we have on file lists 19 items across 4 sections, including Sides, Drinks, Mains, and Egypt & Sudan. Listed prices range from $2.00 to $13.50, with a typical item around $9.00. Dishes worth a look include Fries, Smoothie, and Gyro Cheeseburger.
You can visit for kerbside pickup, no-contact delivery, delivery, on-site services, takeaway, and dine-in. Visitors describe the atmosphere as casual, and it is a good fit for university students. The place is family friendly. It is especially popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining. Offerings include all you can eat, comfort food, halal food, healthy options, and quick bite.
Accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet. Payment methods accepted: credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Parking: free of charge street parking, free parking lot, and parking. Reservations are accepted; call (319) 337-0531 to book a table.
Quick facts
- Category
- Mediterranean Restaurant
- Address
- 1800 Boyrum St, Iowa City, IA 52240
- Phone
- (319) 337-0531
- Price range
- $10–20 per person
- Hours
- Open 6 days a week, usually 11:30 AM – 8:00 PM (closed Wednesday)
- Menu
- 19 items · $2.00–$13.50
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 7 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 3 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for Mediterranean restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
Typical prices for Mediterranean restaurants across the US
Based on 380 menus with 26,075 priced items from Mediterranean restaurants across the US, the median menu item costs $12.50, and half of all items are priced between $6.99 and $18.70.
At Kandaka Mediterranean the median listed price is $9.00, lower than the typical $12.50 for Mediterranean restaurants across the US.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Hummus | 52% | $8.99 |
| Falafel | 49% | $8.99 |
| Baklava | 48% | $4.99 |
| Greek Salad | 39% | $12.00 |
| French Fries | 28% | $5.85 |
| Lentil Soup | 26% | $6.95 |
| Falafel Wrap | 21% | $12.25 |
| Pita Bread | 20% | $1.75 |
Calculated from 380 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Photos
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Features & amenities
From the business
- Identifies as Asian-owned
Service options
- Kerbside pickup
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- On-site services
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
- All you can eat
- Comfort food
- Halal food
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
Amenities
- Gender-neutral toilets
- Toilet
- Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
Crowd
- Family friendly
- University students
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot
- Parking
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Kandaka Mediterranean there are 7 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 22 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Mexican & Tex-Mex (4), Burgers & Fast Food (3), Bars & Pubs (2), and Bakeries & Desserts (2).
Kandaka Mediterranean is the only Mediterranean restaurant within a mile (1 within three miles). The next closest is Oasis Falafel (Iowa City), 1.5 mi away.
10 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Mexican & Tex-MexTaco Loco< 0.1 mi
- Burgers & Fast FoodBurger King0.1 mi
- PizzaDomino's0.3 mi
- ThaiThai Spice0.3 mi
- Bars & PubsBig Grove Brewery0.4 mi
What to expect at a Mediterranean restaurant
Mediterranean and Middle Eastern restaurants serve the cooking of Greece, Turkey, Lebanon, Israel, Persia, Morocco and their neighbors. Expect grilled meats and kebabs, falafel, hummus and other dips, fresh salads, rice dishes and plenty of bread – often baked in house.
What to order
- Gyro or shawarma – spit-roasted meat in a pita or on a plate
- Falafel – a crisp chickpea fritter and a vegetarian staple
- Hummus and baba ghanoush – classic dips for the table
- Kebabs – chicken, lamb or kofta from the grill
Good to know
- Mezze platters are an economical way for groups to try many dishes.
- Much of the menu is naturally vegetarian or easy to adapt.
- Ask whether the pita is baked in house – it makes a difference.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Kandaka Mediterranean's opening hours?
Open 6 days a week, usually 11:30 AM – 8:00 PM (closed Wednesday). Monday: 11:30 AM – 8:00 PM; Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 8:00 PM; Wednesday: Closed; Thursday: 11:30 AM – 8:00 PM; Friday: 1:30 PM – 8:00 PM; Saturday: 11:30 AM – 8:00 PM; Sunday: 11:30 AM – 8:00 PM.
Is Kandaka Mediterranean open on Sunday?
Yes, Kandaka Mediterranean is open on Sundays: 11:30 AM – 8:00 PM.
Where is Kandaka Mediterranean located?
Kandaka Mediterranean is located at 1800 Boyrum St, Iowa City, IA 52240.
What is the phone number of Kandaka Mediterranean?
You can call Kandaka Mediterranean at (319) 337-0531.
Does Kandaka Mediterranean offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Kandaka Mediterranean offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: kerbside pickup, no-contact delivery, delivery, on-site services, takeaway, and dine-in.
How much does it cost to eat at Kandaka Mediterranean?
The typical price range at Kandaka Mediterranean is $10–20 per person. Menu prices range from $2.00 to $13.50.
Does Kandaka Mediterranean take reservations?
Yes, Kandaka Mediterranean accepts reservations.
Is Kandaka Mediterranean wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Is Kandaka Mediterranean open late?
No, Kandaka Mediterranean usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Kandaka Mediterranean?
There are 22 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Kandaka Mediterranean. Nearby options include Taco Loco (< 0.1 mi), Burger King (0.1 mi), and Domino's (0.3 mi).
Are there other Mediterranean restaurants near Kandaka Mediterranean?
None within a mile. The closest is Oasis Falafel (Iowa City), 1.5 mi away.
How much do Mediterranean restaurants across the US cost?
Based on 380 menus with 26,075 priced items from Mediterranean restaurants across the US, the median menu item costs $12.50, and half of all items are priced between $6.99 and $18.70.
