March 15, 2026

Mediterranean Diet on a Budget: Affordable Dishes Full of Flavor

Inspired by the fresh ingredients along the coast, the Mediterranean diet is praised for being heart-healthy and delicious! Vegetables, whole grains, and herbs are paired with seafood, dairy, and the occasional red meat and sweets.

19 Cleveland brings those flavors to SoHo, so you can enjoy dishes inspired by lively Mediterranean food culture in New York.

Budget-Friendly Mediterranean Meals

Everyday ingredients form the base of many cheap Mediterranean meals. When shopping for ingredients seasonally, they become even more budget-friendly. Here are some ways to transform your meals with naturally nutritious options:

• Hummus: Blend chickpeas with lemon juice, olive oil, and tahini to create a versatile, creamy dip filled with plant protein. If you’d prefer to try ours, you’ll be spoilt for choice with our famous house hummus, as well as three custom versions with paprika, garlic, and chicken to suit your craving.
• Roasted eggplant: Roasting vegetables drizzled in olive oil is an easy way to enhance their nutrients and natural sweetness. Top eggplant with feta and pomegranate seeds for an extra pop of flavor. 19 Cleveland’s version is smoky and finished with pistachios.
• Baked fish: Seafood bake is a simple one-tray wonder. Bake white fish fillets with garlic, cherry tomatoes, olives, capers, and lemon juice for a hearty yet inexpensive main meal. Explore 19 Cleveland’s Mediterranean dinner menu for seafood options including halibut, shrimp, Branzino, and snapper.

19 Cleveland feels like a vacation

Our menu is inspired by Mediterranean flavors, fresh ingredients, and the lively atmosphere of New York City. When you join us for brunch, lunch, or dinner, you’ll enjoy a flavorful dining experience with dishes that make Mediterranean eating feel approachable and memorable. Here’s what our customers have to say:

Mediterranean meals in Soho

Indulge in coastal Mediterranean flavors without leaving Manhattan. 19 Cleveland offers a range of budget-friendly items for our Mediterranean lunch, brunch, and dinner services. Guests often start with mezze-style dishes like hummus, grilled heirloom beets with labaneh, or smoked eggplant, before moving on to favorites like chicken shawarma, “Mangal” Chicken Skewers, or Spicy Falafel Burger.

Eyal Hen, Founder Raised in a family kitchen, Eyal Hen brings Mediterranean flavors and warm hospitality to SoHo. With 20+ years of culinary and restaurant experience, Eyal builds a menu where global flavors meet community energy.

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