50 Best Greek Restaurants in New York

“Delicious! Friendly service.“

“Enjoyed a Fabulous dinner and Found the food Delicious and Authentic 💯 The staff was warm and attentive, also the atmosphere and Cleanliness were top notch. Well done, We'll be back⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Great food and service and friendly staff.“

“Everything was amazing from service to decor to food and drinks. Highly recommend!“

“Amazing food! Wonderful service and Chef Marie Loi is a joy! My new “must go when I’m in NY” restaurant!“

“Awesome food presentation and ambiance! A definite “go back to again”!“

“Great greek food, very Tasty“

“We would like to thank the Avra Team for the wonderful experience we had celebrating our son's 1 year old birthday and his grandparents 40th wedding anniversary. Beautiful place for special celebration! Sophisticated ambience, attentive staff, exceptional service, delicious Greek food! We highly recommend making reservation in advance!“

“My oh my, what a delicious meal. I have never had better flatbread in my life. The small salad with gyro was more than enough for a meal. And my favorite dessert- Galaktoboureko!!! I’m so happy I had dinner here.“

“We would like to thank the Avra Team for the wonderful experience we had celebrating our son's 1 year old birthday and his grandparents 40th wedding anniversary. Beautiful place for special celebration! Sophisticated ambience, attentive staff, exceptional service, delicious Greek food! We highly recommend making reservation in advance!“

“Came here for Monday lunch. Food was good but not amazing. But the service was very slow. Ordered the standard lunch prefix menu (app, main, dessert) and ended up spending almost 2 hours, mostly in waiting, not what I would expect from lunches.“

“Went on a Friday night without a reservation, grabbed a drink at the bar, and were seated within 10–15 minutes

Food:
• Zucchini chips: Thin, crispy, and lightly salted, golden and addictive. Very close to my all-time favorites.
• Spicy feta dip: Creamy with a balanced heat; rich but not overwhelming.
• Grilled octopus: Surprisingly tender with a subtle char and bright. Not something I usually order, but I’d absolutely get it again.
• Branzino: Moist, flaky, and deeply flavorful, super light
• Rice: Fragrant and savory - unexpectedly excellent.
• Lemon potatoes: perfect with a bold citrus punch.

Service: Warm, attentive, and efficient from start to finish.

A true standout and an easy repeat. Officially added to my list of favorite Greek restaurants.“

“We first heard about Tony’s on Jon Barr’s YouTube channel (prepping for our first NYC visit). Can only say that this is the perfect spot to get food, and then go eat it in Central Park.

Both times we visited the food was great, staff was very friendly & we received our orders within a couple of minutes.

The memorable comment from my girlfriend - “I want to move to NYC because of Tony’s”“

“Had a lovely meal to celebrate my 50th birthday, the food was so good and the service was fantastic, I would highly recommend“

“I love Pi I enjoy getting my Greek frappe and other coffees from Pi. The pastries are exceptional and if you want to have lunch, you can also have fantastic Greek dishes. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable of the coffees and food that they serve. I go to Pi every time I’m in that neighborhood.“

“Really enjoyed this place. You can tell they use fresh fish by the taste of their food. It feels like a truly authentic Greek kitchen, not touristy at all. I ordered Branzino and it was super tasty and cooked just right. Nice atmosphere and friendly staff — would happily come back.“

“I’ve been eating at Souvlaki GR locations in the city for almost ten years, the exceptional quality of the food, service and atmosphere has been consistent throughout that time. Almost always my first stop in manhattan when I arrive. I hope it’s here forever. There’s nothing better than a lamb souvlaki and a glass of mastiha. Cheers guys! Rock on.“

“The most delicious Greek food! From the hummus to the baklava, it was probably the best food we’ve had outside of Greece itself!!!“

“Been in many Greek restaurants in NYC and this is by far my favorite place. The food is delicious and takes me back to summer vacation in Greece. Definitely going back!!“

“First time here but will be back again and again. The food the ambiance the staff perfection. you feel like you're in Greece. the saladS are big and delish. 4 of us went and all loved their dishes. highly recommend. New fave. Yes a little pricey but worth it“

“We were there in December and came across Symposium while walking. We were impressed by the cozy atmosphere and the amazing service we received. Our server knew a lot about the history of the restaurant and was helpful in suggesting a wine with dinner. The hummus, lemon potatoes and steamed vegetables were all very savory! I highly recommend and we will be back next time in NYC!“

“Amazing lunch and very friendly 😀“

“Awesome food presentation and ambiance! A definite “go back to again”!“

““Everything was perfect! The food was delicious, the atmosphere was warm and enjoyable, and the staff were very friendly and attentive. It was truly a great experience — I will definitely come back again. Highly recommended The waiters were amazing, and the staff were truly wonderful people“

“Πολυ ωραίο φαγητό και εξαιρετικό το σέρβις“

“Very knowledgeable and super friendly staff. I have eaten here several times with family and friends. The food is always fresh and delicious. 😋 Highly recommend!“

“Came here on a Saturday at 4 pm . Was pretty dead . Not sure why . The atmosphere, service, food was AMAZING. From the octopus appy & feta dip , to all entrees was so delicious, especially the seafood pasta dish . The balaclava was to die for …. Highly recommend this wonderful friendly restaurant to any foodie looking for an exquisite meal . ♥️“

“Amazing customer service and the food is phenomenal! Authentic Greek cuisine at its finest!! Definitely recommend!“

“Chic setting and great food.“

“The staff are so sweet, the food is fresh and delicious, and you feel very well cared for at Anatoli! Plus, the owner has Celiac- there’s a gluten free fryer and many gluten free app+ entree options!! Tell your friends! A cozy and delicious neighborhood spot!“

“First time here but will be back again and again. The food the ambiance the staff perfection. you feel like you're in Greece. the saladS are big and delish. 4 of us went and all loved their dishes. highly recommend. New fave. Yes a little pricey but worth it“

“Magnificent Mediterranean restaurant. The ambiance was very relaxed, cozy and friendly! Our waiter was very patient and gave us great advice !!! We got to choose our fresh fish directly at the fish market inside of the restaurant itself ! Incredible !
The first bite brought me back to Greece and its salty fresh winds.
I will definitely come back !“

“I really love the food at Pita Yeero. I always get the meatless meatball pita sandwich as well as the chicken one. Their vegetarian options are great, and it’s not just limited to falafel. It’s in a cafeteria style building with lots of other food options called “The Hungry Pearl”. I work across the street and think this is a great lunch option. Fast and friendly service. Be warned though, they often close earlier than their hours state, normally around 3 most days.“

“Haven't been to Kyma in a while and I was very impressed with our entire experience. The Restaurant Week dinner menu was varied, for anyone's pallet, our dishes were delicious as was our selection of a bottle of the Sancerre. Our waiter was informative, patient, helpful and attentive; the Manager (or asst Manager) that gifted us with an after dinner liqueor (perfect instead of Sambucca) was engaging, educating & generous with his attention...a wonderful experience“

“Fantastic food and great atmosphere! The flavors were fresh and authentic, and everything tasted well made and satisfying. The staff were friendly, attentive, and made the experience even better. Definitely a great spot if you’re craving Greek food on the Upper East Side. Looking forward to coming back and trying more from the menu!“

“Good food !!! Nice atmosphere ! Cocktails a must !“

“Behind the unassuming food truck is some excellent greek food, with personable service..so glad my office is right next to it. Had lamb souvlaki (only meat) before and today had pork souvlaki (only meat) and both were grilled to perfection, fresh, juicy and perfectly spiced. So, thank you - I'm looking forward to trying other stuff.“

“Travelled back to Greece tasting this delicious food! Baklava hot chocolate & Loukaniko pita. 🤤 Greek food NEVER disappoints!“

“Best Greek food in nyc Worth the lines“

“Kofta platter was the best Ive ever had. The Hummus and Tahini were perfect. The Chefs are kind, with great spirit. Highly recommend 10/10. Food trucks are taking over. Grab and go allows more effort and resources to be put into the food. Made with love. Thanks guys!!!!“

“Ever since I found this place, its the ONLY place around work I’ll go to for lunch. I once had something pop up immediately after picking up my greek salad there, and only had a chance to eat 7 hours later, after it had turned into a soggy mess. You know what: IT STILL BANGED! Deeply loyal, 10/10, two thumbs up, enthusiastically recommend“

“This is my dream diner. Breakfast is my favorite meal and Madison delivers. Many other reviewers complained about the prices. The prices may be slightly higher ($2-$3?) than other places but you get what you pay for. First, the place is immaculate. Everything shines like a mirror. Second, the food is cooked by a certain kind of professional. I'll compare to another cafe nearby that offers a load of grease with your food. Not here. My hash browns were crispy, fluffy, perfect. Eggs, again perfection. The coffee was not as good as it could be (Lavazza please), but more than drinkable. I'm thinking of moving to NYC. Now I'm looking near The Madison as I'll spend most of my mornings there.“

“Love this place.

I live nearby and sometimes I stop by just for the froyo — Greek frozen yogurt with olive oil and salt. Unreal.

The food is delicious and affordable. Bowls you can make as healthy as you want. Super authentic Greek flavor. The gyros? So good. You can even go light and do it as a salad.

All the dips — tzatziki, baba ganoush, everything — taste like Greece.

Simple. Fresh. Consistently great.“

“Great Greek food, friendly staff. Nice atmosphere and very reasonably priced. Our new favorite restaurant when visiting NYC.“

“Portion, i cant emphasis enough, amazing portion for the price! Loved the fried zucchini, the eggplant with beef was rich but wish i had two stomach to fit in at the end. The fish cooked with patience ans love, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, perfectly done with everything! Need to go back for the fish.(if you dont like fish bones, this might not be for you, but worth to try still)“

“10/10 Food and Ambience 😍“

“I ordered a gyro bowl for takeout while I was in midtown. Delicious food that I'd definitely get again. The place is clean inside with several tables to dine-in and the food tasted fresh. Your typical fast-casual set up where there's several steps to choosing ingredients for your bowl (or gyro wrap). The staff walks through it patiently :D“

“Great greek food. You don’t have to travel to Greece to get something authentic greek.I fond of the greek food, but many taverns just cannot bring the taste and atmosphere I expect. This place is amazing.We tasted all traditional foods and all tasted as per our expectations, which is very rare.“

“I had such a wonderful experience here! The food was absolutely delicious — fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Every dish felt thoughtfully prepared and full of quality ingredients. The service was just as impressive: the staff was friendly, attentive, and genuinely made me feel welcome without ever being intrusive.

The atmosphere was perfect — warm, inviting, and comfortable, with just the right balance between lively and relaxing. Whether you’re coming for a casual meal or a special night out, this place really delivers on both great food and a great vibe.

Highly recommend and definitely looking forward to coming back!“

“we had the house white wine, carbonara,, and the gyro plate. we had no complaints. service was great food and wine were delicious and it came out quickly. highly recommend.“