Yesterday was our first and definitely last visit to Yefsi Estiatorio, and unfortunately the experience was extremely disappointing.
The food was mediocre at best — nothing memorable. The alcohol was a complete joke. Charging $25 for a drink that is almost impossible to drink is simply unacceptable and absolutely not worth the price.
There was live music last night, and until around 11:30 PM the atmosphere was fun. After that, everything went downhill. People started smoking everywhere inside the restaurant. Not one table — everywhere.
This is not only disgusting and disrespectful to guests, it is illegal. We were forced to leave because it became impossible to stay. I literally started choking and could not breathe.
I truly do not understand how this is allowed — not only in this restaurant, but in so many Greek restaurants. Where is the Health Department? How can a place openly allow indoor smoking and still operate?
What should have been a nice family evening ended in frustration and discomfort. Absolutely unacceptable. We will not be coming back.
Jeff Radosevich
Great food, great wine, great service, great fun, as always at Yefsi.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mags Russo
Very nice place,
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
CRE Rentals
First off the portions are so small it will amaze you..like obviously small. I like the atmosphere but the servers are dead inside and the food taste like it was made in the basement. Just not fresh and with no gloves....you can skip this place
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 1
Benedict Capacio
Unbelievably good food down to the simplest dishes. Everyone was friendly and kind to my 3 year old son. This may be our new favorite Greek spot on the upper east side.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jeff Abrams
Great for kids; friendly service; good value for the area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Epicurean Chichi
Yefsi Estiatorio greek restaurant. If your in the neighborhood try Yefsi they serve a wonderful tazeki sauce with pita, also pork soulvaki was wonderful and horitiki salad with grilled octopus was wonderful and tasty had a wonderful balance of spices. Your palette won't be disappointed.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Calamari, Chicken Kebab
boss dimanch
Very different from the typical greek food restaurant! This was good
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Elsa Bennett
From first bite to last, quality remains consistent. The dishes are incredible & I can sincerely say everything I've had has been wonderful. People who enjoy nice surroundings will appreciate this place. Complete approval. This place shows impressive attention to detail.
Kotopoulo slouvaki was great. The pilaf was delicious to pair with. Didn't need any tzatziki to enhance the chickens flavor. Highly recommended
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
V Caz
Nice place. Calamari very good. Seafood pasta was good but nothing to “oh wow” me
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Calamari
David
Ok. I found my fish was lacking flavor.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Christina EudaimoniaCoach
I had one of the most authentic and warm restaurant experiences in NYC! The food is seriously better than back home in Greece, thanks to Katerina and the team behind her!!! Thanks a million for feeding me the most amazing greek dishes that I have missed so much!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Horiatiki Salad, Calamari
Liza Goldstone
We tried this restaurant for restaurant week and loved it! Our favorite dish was the mushroom zucchini risotto and the zucchini croquettes. We also liked the yogurt chocolate mousse but you definitely need to enjoy the tart flavor of Greek yogurt! The salmon was extremely well cooked and high quality but could’ve been more flavorful. The cabbage and avgolemono were quite lemony. The staff was very friendly and accommodating; they were also attentive but did not rush us in any way.
Yefsi Estiatorio – Review
Yesterday was our first and definitely last visit to Yefsi Estiatorio, and unfortunately the experience was extremely disappointing.
The food was mediocre at best — nothing memorable. The alcohol was a complete joke. Charging $25 for a drink that is almost impossible to drink is simply unacceptable and absolutely not worth the price.
There was live music last night, and until around 11:30 PM the atmosphere was fun. After that, everything went downhill. People started smoking everywhere inside the restaurant. Not one table — everywhere.
This is not only disgusting and disrespectful to guests, it is illegal. We were forced to leave because it became impossible to stay. I literally started choking and could not breathe.
I truly do not understand how this is allowed — not only in this restaurant, but in so many Greek restaurants. Where is the Health Department? How can a place openly allow indoor smoking and still operate?
What should have been a nice family evening ended in frustration and discomfort.
Absolutely unacceptable. We will not be coming back.
Great food, great wine, great service, great fun, as always at Yefsi.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very nice place,
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
First off the portions are so small it will amaze you..like obviously small.
I like the atmosphere but the servers are dead inside and the food taste like it was made in the basement. Just not fresh and with no gloves....you can skip this place
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 1
Unbelievably good food down to the simplest dishes. Everyone was friendly and kind to my 3 year old son. This may be our new favorite Greek spot on the upper east side.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great for kids; friendly service; good value for the area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Yefsi Estiatorio greek restaurant. If your in the neighborhood try Yefsi they serve a wonderful tazeki sauce with pita, also pork soulvaki was wonderful and horitiki salad with grilled octopus was wonderful and tasty had a wonderful balance of spices. Your palette won't be disappointed.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Calamari, Chicken Kebab
Very different from the typical greek food restaurant! This was good
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
From first bite to last, quality remains consistent. The dishes are incredible & I can sincerely say everything I've had has been wonderful. People who enjoy nice surroundings will appreciate this place. Complete approval. This place shows impressive attention to detail.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Perfectly cooked Halibut! Excellent wait staff! Excellent experience!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fish
Restaurantji Recommends
Kotopoulo slouvaki was great. The pilaf was delicious to pair with. Didn't need any tzatziki to enhance the chickens flavor. Highly recommended
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nice place. Calamari very good. Seafood pasta was good but nothing to “oh wow” me
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Calamari
Ok. I found my fish was lacking flavor.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
I had one of the most authentic and warm restaurant experiences in NYC! The food is seriously better than back home in Greece, thanks to Katerina and the team behind her!!! Thanks a million for feeding me the most amazing greek dishes that I have missed so much!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Horiatiki Salad, Calamari
We tried this restaurant for restaurant week and loved it! Our favorite dish was the mushroom zucchini risotto and the zucchini croquettes. We also liked the yogurt chocolate mousse but you definitely need to enjoy the tart flavor of Greek yogurt! The salmon was extremely well cooked and high quality but could’ve been more flavorful. The cabbage and avgolemono were quite lemony. The staff was very friendly and accommodating; they were also attentive but did not rush us in any way.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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