Greek Restaurants near Arlington

“In recent years there seems to be a proliferation of small-plate Mediterranean restaurants. But Yayla remains as one of the best, reasonably priced originals in northern Virginia. There is a pleasing range of mezzes, salads, entrees hot and cold, flat breads, spreads, etc . I had a Yayla mule, 3 spreads, lemony rice soup and superb shrimp. Friends chose a range of other dishes. I can guarantee whatever you choose, you won’t be disappointed. Everything is flavorful, fresh and beautifully presented. Wait staff and servers are friendly, attentive, knowledgeable and not obtrusive. Don’t miss the nice selection of creative cocktails, wine variety and desserts. Continued success and best wishes for this popular bistro!“

“So, it's airport food, but I'm being generous because this food was decent and last time I was at DCA for breakfast I ate somewhere else and the food was nearly inedible. This was solid, and basic, but not bad! I had the egg white spinach wrap which was like something I'd make at home for a quick breakfast so, again, not bad! The frozen, toasted hash brown patty was fine as well. The coffee was decent which is critical before an early flight. Service was fast and good. Tables are spaced far enough apart to accommodate carry on luggage. Definitely not a bad breakfast option at DCA.“

“Interesting food choices, friendly service, very nice ambience. The live music was a nice touch as well. We ate on the patio and enjoyed the fresh air and lively street scene. I had the vegetarian platter which was a lovely combination of 4 veg. appetizers. Enjoyed the cooling rice pudding as well.“

“Great food. Owner and family are the nicest people.“

“4 stars for the price, not the quality of food! We had two breakfast burritos for 20$, but they weren’t very large. Definitely yummy but left us wanting more. We’re still on the hunt for a good breakfast burrito in the DC area…I suggested time edits to Google. The listed ones here are not reflective of reality. Open on Columbus Day!“

“We have worked with David for many group meals with groups of exchange students. He and his team are SO incredible to work with and make everything so smooth when ordering for a large amount of people. The food is amazing and our kids always love it. The team is communicative, friendly, and accommodating. We will continue to come back here to feed our groups as they are SO good at working with our groups and the food is always a huge hit!“

“Great food and excellent service. John was fantastic. 100% recommend“

“Everything about this place was great. The decor takes you to Greece, you feel like you're on a side street in Mykonos. I reserved this for Mother's Day Brunch. They accommodated my daughter's gluten allergy well and the food was delicious. I will definitely be back.“

“Food was amazing. My favorite was the watermelon salad and the Manti.“

“Good food good staff. Will come Again.“

“Absolutely a gem! This is one of the best Mediterranean restaurants in the area. We ordered a gyro combo with the feta fries, the steak souvlaki platter with the rice pilaf and side salad, another gyro, and the tirokafteri appetizer. The steak souvlaki was cooked perfectly medium rare, so juicy and so soft. The rice pilaf side dish and the side salad were so rich and plentiful. Then the gyros were huge! The gyros tasted so fresh and were high quality. My photos did not do the gyros justice ?, and make sure to order the feta fries! What a fun and cheesy take, the lemon paired really well with the feta.And what surprised me most was how delicious tirokafteri appetizer is, especially when they served it with hot freshly toasted pita. I’ve never tried it before, and this is a great appetizer to share with a group. Really 10/10 experience especially after all the employees and manager were so friendly and checking in on our experience so far. I’ll definitely be back.There is also plenty of parking available immediately outside of the restaurant or in the garage next door. The restaurant was clean and had plenty of space, mixed seating available for smaller or larger groups.“

“We made a last-minute reservation before a meeting in Tysons corner. We had been here before because we used to live in McLean. This is really solid Greek food. The cucumber with Taziki sauce for an appetizer and the lamb chops for a main course can't go wrong.“

“Ok it's worth the hype. If you're a fan of Mexican and Greek cuisine... this is your spot. Food came out hot and flavorful.*greek quesadillas- I chose shrimp as my protein. It was flavorful, yummy! It's a large portion. A must share.*mexican bowl-ground beef for protein. Mmm so flavorful! You pick your salsa.Service was helpful and friendly. We will definitely return. We would love to try more things on their menu.“

“We just had dinner here tonight. Milan was our server and he was amazing. We ordered a few of his recommendations and they were awesome. This is the best Greek food we’ve had … might have been better than the food we had in Greece! The service took everything to another level. Thank you Milan for all of your recommendations and for all of your jokes :)“

“I love it because I walked all the way from the Franconia Springfield Metro Station. When I got there, my team FC Barcelona playing against PSG at the 70th. Minute tied 2-2. In the end, Barca scored and won the game 3-2. Love the food and I ate it using my hands. It’s the only way. I ate the rice with fork of course.“

“Delicious and Eleni is the sweetest!! She took fabulous care of our party of 8 today. My husband who loves Greek food was in heaven.“

“An avid Greek cuisine lover, I am always on the lookout for some really good souvlaki or gyro, Greek salads or other fabulous eats, having tried them from Oregon to Florida! I recently ran across BGC while in the Silver Spring area around lunch time, and boy, am I glad I did! For being a small place, I was impressed with their lively and bright, yet not overwhelming décor - it not louder than your lunch, helping to savor and enjoy the experience. It was nice, neat, convenient, and the counter staff is very friendly and attentive. I was sold BGC the moment I bit into their huge and hard to handle, but incredibly delicious Bifteki Pita with a side of peppers and feta cheese, and a Coke! Anyone who can make something this good, has to make everything just as well. I had the pleasure of briefly meeting the busy Big Greek himself, coming out of the kitchen briefly to say hi and receive my compliment. Anyone who enjoys excellent Greek fare, has to put the Big Greek Café on their bucket list of eateries. I'll see you as soon as I can get back to BGC. Bon appétit!“

“Mylo's is my go-to spot. Excellent food & I usually get one of the daily specials. The staff are very kind & attentive. I feel so comfortable there that I enjoy not rushing through my meal and spending time w/my dining companion.“

“The Owners are just as amazing as the food…..and my god you literally think you’re in Cypress eating the most authentic greek food. Best dining experience i have ever had and would eat there every day if I could.“

“City Diner is the best! My honey and his good friend and I get there at 8:00 a.m. most Monday mornings for breakfast. That's when they open and they're always ready to welcome us in with a smile and seat us at our favorite booth. They know our orders and our names, are super friendly, and the food is hot and delicious!“

“I stop in here from time to time for late breakfast or lunch while at work and each time I leave with exactly what I ordered. Very consistent and affordable spot that used to take only cash and now takes card - which is nice. Some limited outside seating is available but this place is mainly a takeout location. Menu has all the standard breakfast items and they are available all day. The biscuits and gravy are basic but hit that homestyle taste for a bargain. I've never ventured outside of their breakfast food but I have no reason to doubt it's quality. If you need a quick and affordable breakfast/lunch this is your spot just south of DuPont Circle and by the Farragut Red Line Metro.“

“Highly recommend the McLean Family Special. They season the chicken amazingly and our it with fresh veggies and real mashed potatoes. The staff are very nice as well!“

“Iconic carry out with terrific Greek food. A downtown DC institution and deservedly so. Spanakopita and lamb are always delicious.One tiny downside: no time to ponder what you want to order — there can be long lines and the owners keep things moving. Take a look at the online menu beforehand.“

“Outstanding in dining experience. I then had Mazi prepare a platter of meatballs for a House Parry that was a major hit ! A new go to restaurant in DC“

“I don't remember how I found this place online, but am so glad. You'll feel like you're on a treasure hunt and maybe in the wrong building, but go to the G (=LL) floor via the elevators and it's there. Simple decor and the owner is really friendly and accommodating. The food was excellent - I am vegan and he had no problem using tahini instead of tzaziki in my falafel sandwich, which was one of the best I've had! The prices were extremely reasonable and I am just sad it's so hidden away that people won't just run across it without knowing about it. The food was obviously prepared with care. Worth a visit - I plan on returning!“

“I’ve been eating here since before they renovated the place, which is a while. The old spot was smaller and cozy, and the new one is much bigger, with very clean bathrooms, and nice decor. Everything in their menu is great and they are nice with substitutes. My go-to is the falafel hummus veggie pita, no provolone, jalapeño kettle chips, two oatmeal raisin cookies and a blue Powerade. The staff is super friendly in-person and on the phone. Thank you Perfect Pita!“

“As part of the US Army, I was sustained in Italy many years ago. I have struggled until now to find quality, amazing tasting Italian food. Mamma's Kitchen in Alexandria surpassed all expectations. Every course of the meal was just what you would expect when dining in Italy. Thanks for the great experience and for the memories it brought back.“

“The best pizza I've had in this area. What a hidden gem this place is!!“

“Consistently good food and service!“

“I was hungry and looking for something healthy yet quick, so my buddy recommended this establishment. The food here at Souvlakibar was solid. Got the medley of the ground beef , beef (steak), island chicken and pork with the pita bread and tzatziki (with diced olives on top). The food was very flavorful and clean. Ample parking in the rear of the restaurant. Staff up front is helpful and respectful. See pics for reference.“

“Family birthday gathering, 13 of us, all ages, from the birthday boy, age 74, to the youngest grandchild, age 3, a couple of teenagers and young adults. All were comfortable and happy. Service couldn't have been friendlier, and not overbearing. Everything, just right.“

“Hailing from Detroit, i know my way around Gyro's and Falafal's! This place has both... fantastic! Fresh, flavorfull and satisfying. I can't wait to go back! Cafe style and super clean. Stuffed grape leaves....yes please! If i could give more stars I would.“

“The food here was so good! Definitely impressed. I don't remember what all we got, but it was delicious. I think my wife got the plaka wrap, I got chicken souvlaki wrap, and we got some other food I'm blanking on. Everything was great though!“

“The Parthenon (and attached Chevy Chase Lounge) never disappoint. The food is consistently excellent, with generous portions and a great variety to choose from. They recently expanded their beverage options to include local breweries on tap. Staff is friendly at this family-run restaurant. Love it.“

“The lady that took our order was super sweet and she brought out our food super quickly! The food was delicious, but when I tell you the salad dressing is the perfect dip for anything I mean it, it was so good you can dip the fry's, gyro, or anything you would dip in sauce and it would make it taste 1000% better then it already did!! I love this place.“

“I just ordered through DoorDash and my goodness is it good. I got the platter with chicken, fries, and the side village salad as well as the spanakopita (spinach pie). Everything was warm, delicious, and flavorful. I especially loved the spinach pie and the spicy feta dip. The side village salad wasn’t overly flavored with onion, which as someone who doesn’t love onions, I was thankful for the minimal amount.“

“A very nice eating experience. I love their pitas, and their selection of chips and drinks.Very fast and friendly service, with very reasonable prices for their pita sandwiches.I highly recommend them, for a meal at any time of the day or night.÷[ Rob Conway ]÷“

“Yummy food and nice people. It's quite close to the zoo, and walking to it wasn't too bad even though we were tired after visiting the zoo. We tried chicken and veggie platters, both were flavourful and light. You order at the counter and they bring the food to you. We also brought their baklawa home and loved it.“

“Original location of Perfect Pita chain and has a local vibe that cannot be replicated with small, cozy vibe to store that offers no seating. Breakfast pitas are the sneaky underrated offering of the store along with excellent stuffed grape leaves, hummus, rice pudding, and always fresh pita bread for sandwiches/“