Taverna Cretekou
818 King St, Alexandria
(703) 548-8688
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Mediterranean Branzino Sea Bass
Arni Shishkebab - Traditional
Taverna Cretekou Special
Saganaki - Traditional
Avocado and Crab Salad
Salmon with Capers
Lemon Creme Brulee
Souvlaki Kotopoulo
Appetizer Sampler
Moussaka - Crete
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Recent Reviews
After several trips here, I can attest to the delicious food, Greek wine, and attentive staff. Their homemade hummus is incredible, and their olive oil and bread is amazing. Don’t pass this spot by! There’s a reason it’s been here 50+ years!
Good food - (mostly) good service - good ambiance
Think of going to someone's house and their grandma make you a plate of food. That's this place. The good isn't fancy looking or delicately made. It's hearty and all-around good. My wife had what is essentially their sampler platter, and it's a good dish to get for your first time. Comes with five spoonfuls of different dishes; the moussaka was especially good. I had the kotopoulo kalamata,...
Think of going to someone's house and their grandma make you a plate of food. That's this place. The good isn't fancy looking or delicately made. It's hearty and all-around good. My wife had what is essentially their sampler platter, and it's a good dish to get for your first time. Comes with five spoonfuls of different dishes; the moussaka was especially good. I had the kotopoulo kalamata,...
Went to dinner here with the family on our spring break trip to DC. The staff were all warm and welcoming from the moment we walked in the door. They made us feel comfortable in a new city and restaurant. The menu had lots of options and everyone ordered something different. The portions weren’t huge but everything was delicious. Unfortunately for us, there wasn’t enough for leftovers to enjoy for another meal but don’t let that hold you back from an great meal in a friendly...
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