21 Best Greek Restaurants near Palo Alto

“The food was superb. The octopus and mushroom appetizers were fabulous. The sampler plate was great. The server was very attentive and friendly. The atmosphere inside the restaurant is very warm and inviting. Evvia is one of the best restaurants in the Bay Area, in my opinion!“

“It was my first time here! Mine and my lady’s. And David, the cashier, was AMAZING! Outstanding customer service the best I have seen since I have been in Stanford. I will definitely be back. He made us feel welcomed and he walked me through the menu, not a lot of cashiers do that. David deserves a raise!!! 100 stars to David!!! Thanks to David, we will be back!“

“Comida Grega, muito bem temperada, no ponto certo. Para mim, claro! Parabéns!“

“Amazing food & service, excellent atmosphere“

“Excellent meal was had at this restaurant. Service was very good, food was great, portions were generous. Have to go highly recommend.“

“Everyone thought the food was really good. We had the whole branzino and both the beef and chicken souvlaki. Everything seasoned well and cooked perfectly. Thoughtful service. We split two salads among the four of us, and they actually plated them individually for us. We have a member of our group who must eat gluten free. They were very knowledgeable about celiac and helpful in making good choices and making sure everything was safe with no cross contact.“

“Great foood. Great service. Will go back. First time visit.“

“Came here on Saturday 7/26, and the service was so friendly I had to review! Both register and kitchen staff were friendly and attentive. They were also proactive for service opportunities. Definitely the best Nick the Greek I’ve ever been to. And extremely clean bathroom!“

“I ordered my lunch from this place through Uber Eats, and the pork gyro was absolutely fantastic. It arrived hot and freshly made, with everything perfectly balanced — tender, well-seasoned meat wrapped in warm pita bread along with fresh tomatoes, onions, tzatziki, and fries. The portion size was just right — filling without feeling overly heavy. I really loved it and would definitely order again.

To finish the meal, I also tried their frozen yogurt with honey and baklava. The portion was a bit large for me, but the yogurt itself tasted genuinely like yogurt rather than being overly sweet or sugar-loaded. The addition of honey and baklava added a nice layer of flavor and richness. Next time, I might try the plain yogurt for a lighter option.

Update: went back for a gyro bowl. Very feeling and refreshing. Finished the meal with some Greek style donuts. They were warm and soft and very little on sweet, although soaked in syrup. A must try.“

“Dined here for the first time today and really enjoyed our meal and the friendly service. Had the chicken gyro. Will be back to try other items in the menu!“

“Sarahi somehow manages to educate you on the menu, ensure a clean table, and communicates your wishes for the perfect meal to the cooking team all while giving you a welcoming smile. Something about a perfect swirl froyo afterward makes this experience beyond satisfactory. The City of Good Living is lucky to have this gem with such a kind staff.“

“I still like Nick the Greek after coming here on and off for years. The only thing is the inconsistency between locations. At my local spot they offer a small cup of tzatziki with the kids meals but not at the mall location. Also, the rewards are very limited. I’d love to get a drink with my points for example.“

“Their tilapia fillet is excellent. Gyros is good. Best baklava. Staff are friendly, cordial, polite and professional. As soon as we walked in, they recognized us.“

“Dolmades and spanakopita was decent but pricey for what you get. I think their baklava is commercially made and they just repackage it. No atmosphere to speak of. Service was ok. Saturday evening at 6:15 and I was the only person in the place. Next time I am going to do the Gyro or Beef souvlaki.“

“Great food and even better service. I ordered the chicken kebab plate. It's a healthy portion. I also received a free cream of mushroom soup from the owner. He checked on me several times to see if I needed anything. I would highly recommend this place.“

“Great service and wonderful food!“

“the best chicken Caesar salad and garlic toast - love this Newark location and vibe!“

“Chai is great, tastes basically as good as Coupa's“

“Elia in San Carlos is absolutely amazing. The service is exceptional — friendly, attentive, and truly makes you feel welcome from the moment you walk in.
The food was outstanding. The oysters were incredibly fresh, the seafood pasta with lobster was top-notch, and the octopus was perfectly cooked and delicious. The filet mignon literally melted in your mouth.
The restaurant itself has beautiful decor and a wonderful Greek vibe that makes the whole experience feel special.
What really touched us was the birthday card signed by the entire staff — such a thoughtful and sweet gesture that made the celebration even more memorable.
We will definitely be coming back. Highly recommend!“

“Ever since I walked into this restaurant, I instantly fell in love. The clean, healthy, tasty, perfectly portioned sized, and masterly prepared dishes by Ali, and his friendly staff, keep me coming back. My new favorites are the lentil soup, and lamb shank (limited menu special). Satisfying food experience I highly recommend.“

“big beers, good German beers, for a good price“