While this cozy eatery looks austere on the outside, its aromas of grilled kebabs and sautéed vegetables immediately indicate that you're in for a treat. Dishes hail from Greece, Italy, and Turkey, and the rustic fare makes Café Med an ideal lunch destination. From tabouli and souvlaki to hummus and baba ghanoush, the menu offers all the standards. Folks with lighter appetites appreciate the array of delicious salads. Don't forget to save room for baklava!

DOWNTOWN. As the name suggests, this restaurant serves wonderful Middle Eastern cuisine, with choices ranging from spiced chicken, beef, or lamb to a wide range of vegetarian selections. Belly dancers perform on Friday and Saturday evenings. Business casual attire.

HOLLADAY. Few things satisfy mid-afternoon hunger like a loaded Greek salad, and few places in the area throw together one as delicious as Confetti's. Indeed, the European-styled restaurant delights diners with everything from stuffed grape leaves and linguine al salmone to Moroccan chicken couscous and shrimp scampi. Be sure to save room for dessert ­ the tiramisu is not to be missed.

DOWNTOWN. Don't let the name fool you into thinking this place is a purveyor of fine art or 19th century European antiques. No, Frank Granato's is one of the area's top delis and has been for almost half a decade. Locals adore the place for its imported olive oil, fresh cheeses, and superb deli meats. If you can't take it home and make it the way you like, the deli counter also makes terrific sandwiches stuffed with the likes of Genoa salami, ricotta and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, and Italian sausage. You'll also find a newer location at 4044 South 2700 East (801-277-7700).

DOWNTOWN. If mealtime rolls around and you're craving Greek specialties, this establishment has a host of dishes to satisfy the need. Feeling ambitious? Shop around and pick up all the ingredients you need for a true feast ­ Mediterranean-style. If cooking is not on your agenda, then make your way over to the quaint dining area, where you can get just about anything you might want: a Greek salad with fresh-crumbled feta cheese, stuffed grape leaves, gyros, hummus, souvlaki, or kebabs.