50 Best Greek Restaurants in New York

“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.“

“Delicious! Friendly service.“

“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!“

“Great greek food, very Tasty“

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

“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!“

“Finally! A delicious traditional lamb gyro! These are surprisingly hard to find in Manhattan. I’ve been craving a traditional gyro for a while but didn’t want to drive 1-2 hours roundtrip from Manhattan to Astoria/Queens. This place hit the spot and I would return!“

“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!“

“We have enjoyed Sea Salt on past visits. This time our order was pre cooked. We ordered medium rare cheeseburgers and we received warmed up versions with cheese not melted instead of the fresh cooked ones in the past. It was disappointing. The rest of lunch was great. Service was superb.“

“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.“

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

“Their lamb/beef gyro was really good. The bowl was stuffed! The wait was a bit long though, almost 25+ minutes just to get to order, and sometimes other people (I assume related) just cut in to throw in 5 or 10 other orders. The food came out very fast at least and I enjoyed my bowl. I see they have an online ordering site, so I may try that next time to reduce the wait. Would love to try the other items.“

“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 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.“

“I had such a great time at this Greek restaurant! Our server, George the Greek, was absolutely fantastic—so friendly, funny, and full of personality. I laughed so much during the meal, and he made the whole experience feel warm and welcoming.

The food was incredibly tasty, too. Every dish was full of flavor and beautifully prepared. I left completely satisfied and already planning my next visit.

Highly recommended if you want delicious Greek food and great energy! 🇬🇷✨“

“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“

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

“Whoa! The food was amazing! Im pescatarian, so I had the fish, and it was delicious. Everything was so fresh. There was a humus plate with 3 different flavors, and the cucumbers were beautifully decorated around them. I must have eaten all of the cucumbers. In some restaurants, a fresh cucumber can be hard to come by. The fish arrived on a bed sautéed spinach, WOW ❤️❤️. The sliced pita bread with the humus was addictive. I definitely ate way more than I should have. While I dont eat meat, the other folks I was dining with said the chicken and beef options were just as delicious. It was family style, so we had lots of options. The restaurant is small but quaint, and the customer service was amazing. The food came out quickly, and there were about 13 of us. We had a reservation for 1 pm on a Thursday, and it was not crowded.

There isn't a lot of space to move around, so I would be conscious of carrying large bags or strollers.“

“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!“

“I came here for the chicken cheeseburger and fries, and both were really good -fresh, flavorful, and just the kind of comfort food you want. The service was friendly and the place feels cozy, nothing fancy but nice quality. I also tried the baklava since they didn’t have cheesecake that day. It was okay, maybe 6/10, not something I’d order again. But for sure, if you come here, get the chicken cheeseburger with fries , that’s the real highlight“

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

“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 . ♥️“

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

“Chic setting and great food.“

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

“Πολυ ωραίο φαγητό και εξαιρετικό το σέρβις“

“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“

“Food is really good! Comparably priced to most of the fast casual restaurants in midtown area. Got the Piato both times, and the potatoes are great as a base. Chicken is crispy and nice, and the Bambi and Greek Salads are fire. Service is really really good too, and personally get a kick out of the door to the basement being covered by the trash can lol.

Def recommend for lunch / dinner!“

“Couples POV: She loved the fast service, decorations and how flavorful the food was. While I appreciated getting a table quickly, being served without a long wait, and feeling like the meal was worth paying for. Overall, it was authentic, flavorful, a great experience that kept both of us happy, and we’d definitely come back.“

“Enjoyed dinner at Anatoli last night for the first time and had a wonderful meal! I am gluten free, so the gf pita and options were so nice to have and tasted delicious. Can’t remember the last time I could eat a gyro! Looking forward to going back.“

“Best Greek food in nyc Worth the lines“

“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.“

“I never leave reviews, but this place really impressed me! Pappas New York has incredible Greek food — the lamb chops were tender and full of flavor, and the lobster pasta was absolutely delicious. The atmosphere was great, and the staff went above and beyond. Especially Joni, who took amazing care of our table last Saturday — super attentive, professional and friendly the whole night. Don't want to forget the sparkling guy Jerry, he was amazing. Definitely one of the best dining experiences I’ve had in New York!“

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

“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“

“My girlfriend and I happened to be in the area and stumbled into Kiki’s on Valentine’s Day, and we were blown away by this place.

Kiki’s is hidden away inside what looks to be an old Chinese print shop. The interior is dimly lit, and it’s extremely cozy. It’s got an atmosphere almost like you’re a sailor wandering into a random bar between trips. We (luckily) arrived at a perfect time and were seated immediately.

Our waitress was very friendly, and she actually told us about a dish that wasn’t on the menu, which was the chicken kebabs that I ended up ordering. In addition to that, we ordered the grilled loukaniko sausage and calamari for appetizers, and my girlfriend had the branzino.

All of the food was incredible. The sausage was perfect. The casing was crisp and snappy, and the filling was perfectly cooked and so flavorful. It has a perfect hint of orange flavor and with some lemon squeezed over it, it was perfection.

The fried calamari was among the best I’ve ever had, personally. The calamari had the perfect texture, and the coating was so light and crunchy. It doesn’t overpower the calamari at all. It just enhances the flavor entirely. The calamari wasn’t served with any sauce, just lemon, and that’s truly all it needed. It was so good.

Our entrees were also incredible as expected. My chicken kebabs were seasoned and cooked to perfection. The chicken was juicy and tender. The fries were also the perfect amount of crispy and seasoned so well. The pita bread was also good. The dish also came with a tzatziki sauce that was very fresh and light, perfectly balancing all the flavors on my plate.

My girlfriend’s branzino was beautifully presented and just so simple and skillfully cooked. All of the flavors present enhanced and brought out the flavor of the fish instead of overpowering it or masking it. It was so light and flaky, with the skin just expertly crusted. The lemon potatoes on the side added a delicious layer of acidity and heartiness to the dish as well.

Overall, our experience here was incredible. The service was great, the prices were not bad, and most importantly the food was amazing. Our meal just felt so balanced and so fresh. It was one of those meals you walk away from just feeling good, energized, and full. I can’t wait to go back here.“

“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“

“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.“

“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!“

“5 stars!! Every time I come my favorite girl is there.The brown skin girl Monae or Monet she needs a raise lol !. Customer service is phenomenal and she’s very sweet , always makes sure me and my daughter is taken care of. Love The Gyro Project please keep her - Annabelle R“

“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.“

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

“The food was pretty good. It’s a good takeout option. For a dine in experience, it leaves much to be desired. It felt like ordering from a virtual food court. Everything comes packaged in to-go packaging and your drink comes from a cooler (canned drinks, etc).“

“분위기도 살리고, 리뷰 느낌 나게 자연스럽게 써볼게요 😊 English Review: The atmosphere was wonderful, and the staff were extremely friendly. The food was very fresh, and even the presentation was excellent. I've also visited the Las Vegas location, but the New York location definitely had a better atmosphere and more attentive staff. Highly recommended!“

“We had the pleasure of dining in your restaurant last week, We instantly loved the mediterranean style atmosphere of your place. We had the best server we could have asked for named, Martina, she was friendly and had a great sense of humor, Her menu knowledge was excellent, She recommended the Duck and Short Ribs, which were excellent. Full of flavor. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a great dining experience with great food and nice, friendly staff. Lloyd Hartford“

“Found this place on a snowy evening at 10:45pm. The very Greek owner was sitting at a table enjoying some souvlaki. When we came he greeted us like we were stopping in for dinner at his house.

Food was fantastic.

The chicken gyros were made in house and cut off the spit.

Im a sucker for the beef lamb American style gyro. It was great. On a platter paired with lemon potatoes.

My son went for the chicken gyro. It was homemade in house cut of the spit. Delicious. Flavorful.

My daughter wanted avagolemeno. When she mentioned it was her favorite soup he yelled back to kitchen to give everyone soups to try. It was such og Greek reataurant move-again like you were over his house for dinner. It was the best we've had.

The best part was the prices-very fair for manahatten. I mentioned how good the prices were and he said he tries to give the nearby hostipal rank and file a nice place to eat at a reasonable price.

Highly recommended.“