I miss the burgers . Loved a customer that always ask them to burn it. Literally the best people and the best service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
V
I decided last minute to have dinner here and I’m so glad I did! What a cute restaurant, I loved spending time there. I had the chicken kabob and it was absolutely delicious. The servers were very attentive and friendly, and the owner also came out three times to see how we were doing and thank us. Authentic Greek food and atmosphere!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
yaswanth inusa
Worst Greek food i ever had. I can't give below than this unfortunately. I had food while I'm eating at the restaurant. There's no proper attention to detail for a restaurant with 2.1k reviews. Bathrooms aren't clean and butter and tartar sauce is given in packets like packaged items. Not worth spending money in this place. Food is mediocre.
Johnny Ramos
Very tasty gyros, not dry meet. Fresh vegetables. The fries were crispy.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dean DeCrease
Super friendly, one of the better tastes on the Savannah waterfront. The crispy fish was fun. Dining on the crowded sidewalk was a bit crazy.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
Robin Robertson
The atmosphere ,the food and the service are outstanding. My server, who is a very tall gentleman, was the best server I have ever had.!!!! My only complaint is the bathroom was not very nice; they are in desperate need of updating.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Pritam Mukherjee
Tried multiple dishes. Chicken kabob good. Liked fish and chips more than kabob. Lemon chicken strict okay.
They add gratuity 20% if group more than 5.
Overall good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Dan Vakar
This Greek restaurant was an overall great experience. The servers were all fantastic—attentive, friendly, and on top of everything. The owner personally checked on every table, making sure guests were happy, which added a really welcoming touch.
The location is hard to beat: convenient, easy to get to, and sitting right on the river with a great atmosphere.
The food was fantastic. The red pepper with goat cheese appetizer was incredible—easily one of the highlights of the meal. The gyros were great, with the lamb-to-beef combo being absolutely perfect. The red snapper was delicate, flavorful, and cooked beautifully. The calamari had great tenderness (not rubbery at all), though I do wish it were a bit more crispy.
The only slight miss for me was the lamb chops. They were good, but not quite worth the price compared to everything else that was excellent.
Overall, amazing service, great food, a wonderful location, and definitely a place I’d return to.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kristine Garrett
We absolutely enjoyed everything about our dinner. Lamb chomps were tender and loved the saganaki and Greek sausage appetizers. And our server, Charms, was terrific, so accommodating and very sweet. Don't miss out on this place!
Larry Broussard
Oksana and I needed a date night after working in our gallery all week. Fortunately we decided on the Olympia Cafe on the Savannah River. The weather all week was fresh and we were ready for a romantic evening. When we arrived around 8 pm, the dining room was packed but most of the tables were finishing their meal and the owner, Vascili, has a hands on approach to reposition tables to fit the needs of the dinner guests. The whole room had a casual feel and it was one big family party meeting other guests at adjoining tables. Suddenly, there was a large flame at a nearby table and most of the room shouted “opa”! The entire room’s mood turned fun and festive. Similarly, if someone accidentally drops dishes, everyone yells “opa”. The Greek word opa translates literally to “oops”, but its universal translation is an expression of joy and happiness. The event got your attention and everyone directs the energy in a positive direction. Like the Jewish expression “mazel tov” (good constellation = good luck) after the groom smashes a glass goblet by stepping on it. The focus of the entire room is festive. Oksana ordered the Greek Gyro Village Salad (pronounced “yee-row”), this sizable dish can be an entire meal. It’s also a very romantic dish to share. Topped with fresh, moist, tender and warm gyro piled high on top of fresh local tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, green peppers, olives, pepperoncini, and feta. This dish did not skimp on the freshest ingredients. It comes with wonderful fresh French bread. Grandma would be proud! For an appetizer, Oksana ordered the baby octopus marinated in vinegar, fresh olive oil, and wine. I usually get the fried Kalamari, but tonight saved room for more delicious gyro with a Gyro Dinner plate. It’s was too much food, but I wanted leftovers! The gyro dinner had a mound of fresh sliced gyro meat, pita bread, lettuce and the freshest ripe tomatoes , tzatziki sauce and a serving of fries. I was determined to take home some gyro meat. With “opa” being exclaimed left and right I inquired about the dish that was being flamed at the table side.There were two options, sausage or melted Kasseri cheese. We opted for the Kasseri cheese and brandy called Saganaki. The four inch medallion of cheese, bathed in brandy on a hot plate bursting into three feet of flames was our dessert. We were stuffed. Next time, it’s baklava for me and tiramisu for Oksana with the flamed sausage for an appetizer! Wonderful meal!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Saganaki, Grilled Octopus, Souvlaki, Greek Village Salad Topped with Gyro Meat, Fried Calamari, Salad
Oksana and I needed a date night after working in our gallery all week. Fortunately we decided on the Olympia Cafe on the Savannah River. The weather all week was fresh and we were ready for a romantic evening. When we arrived around 8 pm, the dining room was packed but most of the tables were finishing their meal and the owner, Vascili, has a hands on approach to reposition tables to fit the needs of the dinner guests. The whole room had a casual feel and it was one big family party meeting other guests at adjoining tables. Suddenly, there was a large flame at a nearby table and most of the room shouted “opa”! The entire room’s mood turned fun and festive. Similarly, if someone accidentally drops dishes, everyone yells “opa”. The Greek word opa translates literally to “oops”, but its universal translation is an expression of joy and happiness. The event got your attention and everyone directs the energy in a positive direction. Like the Jewish expression “mazel tov” (good constellation = good luck) after the groom smashes a glass goblet by stepping on it. The focus of the entire room is festive. Oksana ordered the Greek Gyro Village Salad (pronounced “yee-row”), this sizable dish can be an entire meal. It’s also a very romantic dish to share. Topped with fresh, moist, tender and warm gyro piled high on top of fresh local tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, green peppers, olives, pepperoncini, and feta. This dish did not skimp on the freshest ingredients. It comes with wonderful fresh French bread. Grandma would be proud! For an appetizer, Oksana ordered the baby octopus marinated in vinegar, fresh olive oil, and wine. I usually get the fried Kalamari, but tonight saved room for more delicious gyro with a Gyro Dinner plate. It’s was too much food, but I wanted leftovers! The gyro dinner had a mound of fresh sliced gyro meat, pita bread, lettuce and the freshest ripe tomatoes , tzatziki sauce and a serving of fries. I was determined to take home some gyro meat. With “opa” being exclaimed left and right I inquired about the dish that was being flamed at the table side.There were two options, sausage or melted Kasseri cheese. We opted for the Kasseri cheese and brandy called Saganaki. The four inch medallion of cheese, bathed in brandy on a hot plate bursting into three feet of flames was our dessert. We were stuffed. Next time, it’s baklava for me and tiramisu for Oksana with the flamed sausage for an appetizer! Wonderful meal!
Brandi Bovell
Just OK.
We went 20 minutes out of our way in each direction to dine here after seeing it highlighted on the Savannah visitor website for its gluten-free options — a priority for me because I have celiac. The exterior looked like a hole-in-the-wall spot (which can often be a good sign), and I had already checked the menu and knew it was on the pricier side. I don’t mind spending $150+ on lunch if the food and service match the price point.
I went inside to request outdoor seating, and our server, Hannah, was friendly but noticeably inattentive — long gaps of time where she seemed to forget we were there.
We started with the grape leaves ($16). For that price, I expected a reasonable portion, but the appetizer consisted of only three very small grape leaves. They tasted good, but not at more than $5 each.
For my entrée, I ordered the blackened chicken over a Greek salad. It arrived just over a minute after I ordered it — impressively fast, but clearly not freshly prepared. With a $22 price tag, I expected mixed greens, romaine, or at least fresh lettuce. Instead, it was iceberg with browning edges. My family said similar things about their meals: decent, but nothing memorable.
We had planned to order coffee and dessert, but after waiting 20 minutes for Hannah to return, I finally went inside to pay the bill because we needed to get back on the road.
A few other notes:
• Cleanliness & Atmosphere: The interior looked dated and somewhat dirty. With the high prices, I expected linen napkins, not paper. • Bathroom: When I used the restroom, it was also dated and not very clean. Five minutes later, my daughter went in and was told the bathroom was out of service and that she needed to walk several blocks to the visitor center. By the time she and my husband returned, their food was cold. • Staff Behavior: While I was inside, I overheard staff members openly gossiping about a recently departed coworker — something diners should never be exposed to.
Overall, the food was fine, but not exceptional, and certainly not aligned with the premium prices. The service and environment also fell short. You are ultimately paying for the location in historic Savannah, not the quality of the dining experience itself.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 3
Petra V
My favorite Greek spot in Savannah! They have the best Gyros, always fresh with loads of Feta. The Greek salad is wonderful. Always get wonderful service
Nick Wolk
Awesome place to get some great food. These guys don’t mess around. Hot fresh and ready for you. The vibes are always good at this place. I always get the sausage with the fries. The prices are the best part. They’re dang near giving the food away here. Pop in if you’re ever on river st. 10/10. Would recommend
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Omar Bah
Excellent place with cozy, romantic, friendly and professional staff and Manager. The staff will welcome you nicely, introduce themselves and make you feel comfortable. I highly recommend this place and will be here everytime I visit Savannah.
I miss the burgers . Loved a customer that always ask them to burn it. Literally the best people and the best service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I decided last minute to have dinner here and I’m so glad I did! What a cute restaurant, I loved spending time there. I had the chicken kabob and it was absolutely delicious. The servers were very attentive and friendly, and the owner also came out three times to see how we were doing and thank us. Authentic Greek food and atmosphere!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Worst Greek food i ever had. I can't give below than this unfortunately. I had food while I'm eating at the restaurant. There's no proper attention to detail for a restaurant with 2.1k reviews. Bathrooms aren't clean and butter and tartar sauce is given in packets like packaged items. Not worth spending money in this place. Food is mediocre.
Very tasty gyros, not dry meet. Fresh vegetables. The fries were crispy.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Super friendly, one of the better tastes on the Savannah waterfront. The crispy fish was fun. Dining on the crowded sidewalk was a bit crazy.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
The atmosphere ,the food and the service are outstanding. My server, who is a very tall gentleman, was the best server I have ever had.!!!!
My only complaint is the bathroom was not very nice; they are in desperate need of updating.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tried multiple dishes.
Chicken kabob good.
Liked fish and chips more than kabob.
Lemon chicken strict okay.
They add gratuity 20% if group more than 5.
Overall good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
This Greek restaurant was an overall great experience. The servers were all fantastic—attentive, friendly, and on top of everything. The owner personally checked on every table, making sure guests were happy, which added a really welcoming touch.
The location is hard to beat: convenient, easy to get to, and sitting right on the river with a great atmosphere.
The food was fantastic. The red pepper with goat cheese appetizer was incredible—easily one of the highlights of the meal. The gyros were great, with the lamb-to-beef combo being absolutely perfect. The red snapper was delicate, flavorful, and cooked beautifully. The calamari had great tenderness (not rubbery at all), though I do wish it were a bit more crispy.
The only slight miss for me was the lamb chops. They were good, but not quite worth the price compared to everything else that was excellent.
Overall, amazing service, great food, a wonderful location, and definitely a place I’d return to.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
We absolutely enjoyed everything about our dinner. Lamb chomps were tender and loved the saganaki and Greek sausage appetizers. And our server, Charms, was terrific, so accommodating and very sweet. Don't miss out on this place!
Oksana and I needed a date night after working in our gallery all week. Fortunately we decided on the Olympia Cafe on the Savannah River. The weather all week was fresh and we were ready for a romantic evening. When we arrived around 8 pm, the dining room was packed but most of the tables were finishing their meal and the owner, Vascili, has a hands on approach to reposition tables to fit the needs of the dinner guests. The whole room had a casual feel and it was one big family party meeting other guests at adjoining tables.
Suddenly, there was a large flame at a nearby table and most of the room shouted “opa”! The entire room’s mood turned fun and festive. Similarly, if someone accidentally drops dishes, everyone yells “opa”. The Greek word opa translates literally to “oops”, but its universal translation is an expression of joy and happiness. The event got your attention and everyone directs the energy in a positive direction. Like the Jewish expression “mazel tov” (good constellation = good luck) after the groom smashes a glass goblet by stepping on it. The focus of the entire room is festive.
Oksana ordered the Greek Gyro Village Salad (pronounced “yee-row”), this sizable dish can be an entire meal. It’s also a very romantic dish to share. Topped with fresh, moist, tender and warm gyro piled high on top of fresh local tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, green peppers, olives, pepperoncini, and feta. This dish did not skimp on the freshest ingredients. It comes with wonderful fresh French bread. Grandma would be proud!
For an appetizer, Oksana ordered the baby octopus marinated in vinegar, fresh olive oil, and wine. I usually get the fried Kalamari, but tonight saved room for more delicious gyro with a Gyro Dinner plate. It’s was too much food, but I wanted leftovers! The gyro dinner had a mound of fresh sliced gyro meat, pita bread, lettuce and the freshest ripe tomatoes , tzatziki sauce and a serving of fries. I was determined to take home some gyro meat.
With “opa” being exclaimed left and right I inquired about the dish that was being flamed at the table side.There were two options, sausage or melted Kasseri cheese. We opted for the Kasseri cheese and brandy called Saganaki. The four inch medallion of cheese, bathed in brandy on a hot plate bursting into three feet of flames was our dessert. We were stuffed. Next time, it’s baklava for me and tiramisu for Oksana with the flamed sausage for an appetizer! Wonderful meal!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Saganaki, Grilled Octopus, Souvlaki, Greek Village Salad Topped with Gyro Meat, Fried Calamari, Salad
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Oksana and I needed a date night after working in our gallery all week. Fortunately we decided on the Olympia Cafe on the Savannah River. The weather all week was fresh and we were ready for a romantic evening. When we arrived around 8 pm, the dining room was packed but most of the tables were finishing their meal and the owner, Vascili, has a hands on approach to reposition tables to fit the needs of the dinner guests. The whole room had a casual feel and it was one big family party meeting other guests at adjoining tables. Suddenly, there was a large flame at a nearby table and most of the room shouted “opa”! The entire room’s mood turned fun and festive. Similarly, if someone accidentally drops dishes, everyone yells “opa”. The Greek word opa translates literally to “oops”, but its universal translation is an expression of joy and happiness. The event got your attention and everyone directs the energy in a positive direction. Like the Jewish expression “mazel tov” (good constellation = good luck) after the groom smashes a glass goblet by stepping on it. The focus of the entire room is festive. Oksana ordered the Greek Gyro Village Salad (pronounced “yee-row”), this sizable dish can be an entire meal. It’s also a very romantic dish to share. Topped with fresh, moist, tender and warm gyro piled high on top of fresh local tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, green peppers, olives, pepperoncini, and feta. This dish did not skimp on the freshest ingredients. It comes with wonderful fresh French bread. Grandma would be proud! For an appetizer, Oksana ordered the baby octopus marinated in vinegar, fresh olive oil, and wine. I usually get the fried Kalamari, but tonight saved room for more delicious gyro with a Gyro Dinner plate. It’s was too much food, but I wanted leftovers! The gyro dinner had a mound of fresh sliced gyro meat, pita bread, lettuce and the freshest ripe tomatoes , tzatziki sauce and a serving of fries. I was determined to take home some gyro meat. With “opa” being exclaimed left and right I inquired about the dish that was being flamed at the table side.There were two options, sausage or melted Kasseri cheese. We opted for the Kasseri cheese and brandy called Saganaki. The four inch medallion of cheese, bathed in brandy on a hot plate bursting into three feet of flames was our dessert. We were stuffed. Next time, it’s baklava for me and tiramisu for Oksana with the flamed sausage for an appetizer! Wonderful meal!
Just OK.
We went 20 minutes out of our way in each direction to dine here after seeing it highlighted on the Savannah visitor website for its gluten-free options — a priority for me because I have celiac. The exterior looked like a hole-in-the-wall spot (which can often be a good sign), and I had already checked the menu and knew it was on the pricier side. I don’t mind spending $150+ on lunch if the food and service match the price point.
I went inside to request outdoor seating, and our server, Hannah, was friendly but noticeably inattentive — long gaps of time where she seemed to forget we were there.
We started with the grape leaves ($16). For that price, I expected a reasonable portion, but the appetizer consisted of only three very small grape leaves. They tasted good, but not at more than $5 each.
For my entrée, I ordered the blackened chicken over a Greek salad. It arrived just over a minute after I ordered it — impressively fast, but clearly not freshly prepared. With a $22 price tag, I expected mixed greens, romaine, or at least fresh lettuce. Instead, it was iceberg with browning edges. My family said similar things about their meals: decent, but nothing memorable.
We had planned to order coffee and dessert, but after waiting 20 minutes for Hannah to return, I finally went inside to pay the bill because we needed to get back on the road.
A few other notes:
• Cleanliness & Atmosphere: The interior looked dated and somewhat dirty. With the high prices, I expected linen napkins, not paper.
• Bathroom: When I used the restroom, it was also dated and not very clean. Five minutes later, my daughter went in and was told the bathroom was out of service and that she needed to walk several blocks to the visitor center. By the time she and my husband returned, their food was cold.
• Staff Behavior: While I was inside, I overheard staff members openly gossiping about a recently departed coworker — something diners should never be exposed to.
Overall, the food was fine, but not exceptional, and certainly not aligned with the premium prices. The service and environment also fell short. You are ultimately paying for the location in historic Savannah, not the quality of the dining experience itself.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 3
My favorite Greek spot in Savannah!
They have the best Gyros, always fresh with loads of Feta. The Greek salad is wonderful. Always get wonderful service
Awesome place to get some great food. These guys don’t mess around. Hot fresh and ready for you. The vibes are always good at this place. I always get the sausage with the fries. The prices are the best part. They’re dang near giving the food away here. Pop in if you’re ever on river st. 10/10. Would recommend
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent place with cozy, romantic, friendly and professional staff and Manager.
The staff will welcome you nicely, introduce themselves and make you feel comfortable.
I highly recommend this place and will be here everytime I visit Savannah.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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