Fantastic in every way! Treated like family from the moment we arrived. The food was incredible (highly recommend the pastitsio) Chef Loi came and greeted every table and it was filled with locals who were genuinely happy to be there!
C
This was one of the best dining experiences we've had in years; from the second we arrived, from kind service to extraordinary fresh and innovative Greek food, to the charming and talented chef Maria Loi who enhances the atmosphere with her personal touches. We cannot wait to go back and bring along friends and family! Kali Orexi and Yassou!
Aixa
I don't know how to start! Alex was an excellent waiter! He recommend amazing appetizers and main dish! Alvin made outstanding drinks! Maria was an excellent chef and super adorable!!! A place that we will come back!!! We're really in love with this restaurant and its personal!!!
Kendra
Dining here was a once in a lifetime experience!!! Maria Loi, the owner and host of The Life of Loi, was there when we dined here. The food was fresh and so delicious! We ordered the chicken, fish, and lamb. The staff was so animated, thoughtful, and welcoming. Definitely felt like we were transported to Greece. THANK YOU Chef Loi and her team for making this experience one we will remember forever!
Anne
The food here is always fresh and excellent. Wait staff is wonderful, no one gets pushed out...
Gina
We live in NYC and often dine out, but our outstanding meal at Loi was a very special experience and we marveled that we had not been here before. The food was fresh, abundant and delicious. The service and personal attention was above and beyond. We so enjoyed chatting with the chef and staff including Maria, Nicola, Tom and Alex. It felt like the warmth, and home touch of a family restaurant in a small village while maintaining top quality NYC culinary standards. Congratulations, many thanks, and we can't wait to return!
Jordan Ross
The food is average at best. The service was fine. Not really much of an atmosphere. My biggest gripe is the price point is on par with two of my favorite Greek restaurants, Avra and Milos however the food quality here doesn’t come close to those two.
Deborah Grausman
Loi is the BEST!!!! My fave!! Alex, one of the owners, always gets me the best table, lucky me!!! He greets everyone as they walk in and makes every guest feel at home. Maria Loi, the Executive Chef/Owner, treats everyone like family and her food is outstanding—bonus points because it’s healthy AND delicious!! Whether we’re celebrating a birthday, or just enjoying a night out with friends, Loi never disappoints. The fish is so fresh and delicious, the lamb shank is so tender, and all of the ingredients are so tasty!!! I never thought I would be excited about a green bell pepper, but the ones she uses in the village salad are so crisp and sweet! Yummmm. I always take out of town guests to Loi and tonight I brought two friends from Greece! They agreed; the food and hospitality are fantastic. If you haven’t been to Loi, what are you waiting for?!??
Andrew Wieder
The food was incredible; the lamb shank was delicious and all of the small plates we ordered were super tasty. Nicole and the entire team were super welcoming and very helpful!
Clare Fairfield
As soon as Nicole greeted as from the hostess stand we were off to the races for an outstanding dining experience. She is fun to talk with and provides great recommendations. The menu is fantastic and the flavors and quality of the food are top shelf. Service was great. We had 7 different items and each was excellent. A rare menu where you truly can’t go wrong. Every time I am back in New York, Loi will be a must stop whenever possible.
Nicole was so great. And the food was so fresh and delicious!! We will definitely be back!!
Connie Michalarias
Greek food chef hits the mark with her twist
Karen Huie
Amazing experience! Nicole and the servers were sooooo friendly and made us feel welcome right away. We had three apps (octopus, artichoke hearts with peas and the halloumi cheese) and they were divine! For mains we got the lamb and fish with lemon potatoes and it did not disappoint. Definitely going back. The restaurant was so chic and the vibes were great!
Chaffee Cline
Food, service, ambience very good. Waiters are the best. Chef makes creates excellent fresh gourmet foods ever, ty. One of favorite restaurants in NYC, love the intimate atmosphere.
Nathalie Marchino
We randomly booked this restaurant last minute, and were pleasantly surprised. We shared the salmon tartare, stuffed vine leaves and lamb shank and everything was on point.
Fantastic in every way! Treated like family from the moment we arrived. The food was incredible (highly recommend the pastitsio) Chef Loi came and greeted every table and it was filled with locals who were genuinely happy to be there!
This was one of the best dining experiences we've had in years; from the second we arrived, from kind service to extraordinary fresh and innovative Greek food, to the charming and talented chef Maria Loi who enhances the atmosphere with her personal touches. We cannot wait to go back and bring along friends and family! Kali Orexi and Yassou!
I don't know how to start! Alex was an excellent waiter! He recommend amazing appetizers and main dish! Alvin made outstanding drinks! Maria was an excellent chef and super adorable!!! A place that we will come back!!! We're really in love with this restaurant and its personal!!!
Dining here was a once in a lifetime experience!!! Maria Loi, the owner and host of The Life of Loi, was there when we dined here. The food was fresh and so delicious! We ordered the chicken, fish, and lamb. The staff was so animated, thoughtful, and welcoming. Definitely felt like we were transported to Greece. THANK YOU Chef Loi and her team for making this experience one we will remember forever!
The food here is always fresh and excellent. Wait staff is wonderful, no one gets pushed out...
We live in NYC and often dine out, but our outstanding meal at Loi was a very special experience and we marveled that we had not been here before. The food was fresh, abundant and delicious. The service and personal attention was above and beyond. We so enjoyed chatting with the chef and staff including Maria, Nicola, Tom and Alex. It felt like the warmth, and home touch of a family restaurant in a small village while maintaining top quality NYC culinary standards. Congratulations, many thanks, and we can't wait to return!
The food is average at best. The service was fine. Not really much of an atmosphere. My biggest gripe is the price point is on par with two of my favorite Greek restaurants, Avra and Milos however the food quality here doesn’t come close to those two.
Loi is the BEST!!!! My fave!! Alex, one of the owners, always gets me the best table, lucky me!!! He greets everyone as they walk in and makes every guest feel at home. Maria Loi, the Executive Chef/Owner, treats everyone like family and her food is outstanding—bonus points because it’s healthy AND delicious!! Whether we’re celebrating a birthday, or just enjoying a night out with friends, Loi never disappoints. The fish is so fresh and delicious, the lamb shank is so tender, and all of the ingredients are so tasty!!! I never thought I would be excited about a green bell pepper, but the ones she uses in the village salad are so crisp and sweet! Yummmm. I always take out of town guests to Loi and tonight I brought two friends from Greece! They agreed; the food and hospitality are fantastic. If you haven’t been to Loi, what are you waiting for?!??
The food was incredible; the lamb shank was delicious and all of the small plates we ordered were super tasty. Nicole and the entire team were super welcoming and very helpful!
As soon as Nicole greeted as from the hostess stand we were off to the races for an outstanding dining experience. She is fun to talk with and provides great recommendations. The menu is fantastic and the flavors and quality of the food are top shelf. Service was great. We had 7 different items and each was excellent. A rare menu where you truly can’t go wrong. Every time I am back in New York, Loi will be a must stop whenever possible.
Restaurantji Recommends
Nicole was so great. And the food was so fresh and delicious!! We will definitely be back!!
Greek food chef hits the mark with her twist
Amazing experience! Nicole and the servers were sooooo friendly and made us feel welcome right away. We had three apps (octopus, artichoke hearts with peas and the halloumi cheese) and they were divine! For mains we got the lamb and fish with lemon potatoes and it did not disappoint. Definitely going back. The restaurant was so chic and the vibes were great!
Food, service, ambience very good. Waiters are the best. Chef makes creates excellent fresh gourmet foods ever, ty. One of favorite restaurants in NYC, love the intimate atmosphere.
We randomly booked this restaurant last minute, and were pleasantly surprised. We shared the salmon tartare, stuffed vine leaves and lamb shank and everything was on point.
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