From the moment you walk into Mandolin Aegean Bistro, it feels like you've been transported to a…read morecharming village in Greece. The beautiful outdoor setting creates such a unique and relaxing atmosphere that you almost forget you're still in the city. The food was outstanding. The grilled meatballs were flavorful and perfectly cooked, and the cheese saganaki was absolutely delicious. But the real star of the meal was the beef souvlaki--it was incredibly tender, juicy, and full of flavor. And I have to mention the fries that came with it. They were honestly some of the best fries I've ever had, and definitely not something I expected to be raving about at a Greek restaurant! This was an amazing dining experience from start to finish, and I can't wait to come back and explore more of the menu.

I'd like to start by saying that I'm really disappointed at people in Miami that say this is a good…read morerestaurant. Mandolin's food was mediocre at best. We had made reservations a week ahead of time which is recommended by them, and it worked perfectly. We called them to let them know we were running a little late and they were happy to hold our reservation for a few more minutes and it was great because this restaurant does get packed. Service is attentive and friendly... where they lost me was actually the quality of the dishes. Greek salad... was very sad. Overly ripped tomatoes, almost spoiled. Fish of the day sandwich (gyro style) was bland. It needed seasoning. NOT Good. Grouper from their specials... also flavorless. It comes over orzo which was overcooked. (Gummy)... and so on. I don't often have to write bad reviews but in this case I feel it is necessary. Way overrated. Way overpriced for the quality. Definitely not a restaurant I would recommend to anyone.

I returned to this restaurant after a few years (previous review below) - and it's still so great!…read more This time around to my surprise they expanded - I was introduced to a new floor plan, decor, and staff, all were incredible! The restaurant is now two floors, has different dining seating, and is beautifully decorated, which makes you feel like you've been transported to Greece. The food was a hit this time around as well- I especially enjoyed the moussaka!

Meraki is a beautiful restaurant with truly authentic and delicious Greek food! And I'm Greek, so…read moreyou can take my word for it ;) While it may seem slightly off the beaten path right off Flagler, it's very conveniently located by the Knight Center metro stop and a very easy walk from the bridge. Also, the atmosphere they've created both indoors and outdoors really draws you in: beautiful foliage, gorgeous decor, and inviting decor. They play amazing Greek music to set the mood at a very reasonable volume so you can still hear your party. I've been for lunch during Miami spice and recently for dinner. Everything I've had was delicious with tons of flavor and huge portions. Both times I took enough leftovers for another meal! I especially love their zucchini fritters and their spread plate. All their spreads are so fresh and flavorful but their hummus especially was soo good. My husband and I shared the meat platter for two for dinner and enjoyed everything on it - the loukaniko was especially delicious! For dessert, you can't miss the galatoboureko, a sweet custard dessert with the flaky phyllo dough you know and love from baklava. Service was fast and friendly. Highly recommend for a lunch date or dinner date and it's super versatile: great for friends, families or romantic dates. Don't miss this beautiful restaurant in downtown!

Amazing falafel!!! Had to order a second portion. Fun…read moreMediterranean food. Quick service. Try it!!!!

Food is always so good here! Restaurant is a little small BUT the food is to die for…read more My boyfriend is Greek so authenticity means a lot to him. We love love love all the food here! Service is top notch, I'm going to let the food photos speak for themselves!

Let me start mentioning that Luana our waitress was amazing! Five starts to her!!!…read moreThe food was also great and came really quick. The drinks were amazing! At least mine was very exotic and non traditional! The place was beautiful but the tables were too close together. It deserves 5 star for sure e

First before I forget let me give a special thank you to our server - Mel! She was an absolute doll…read more& so patient with our group. Overall the staff was very attentive & accommodating with our needs. From the moment we walked in & the moment we walked out there was nothing but friendly faces. Came here after baby girl's graduation from the U & took advantage of their Miami Spice Menu along w/a few items from their regular menu. You cannot go wrong & don't let the pick two cold & pick one hot item options foo you! It was plate after plate after plate of good food! So much was taken home! Also, go for their pitcher of sangria w/the white wine! Sooooo very refreshing considering the hot days of summer here in Miami. Now it is Wynwood & parking is hit or miss depending on when you go but they do have a valet parking option in case you would like to use them w/ease.

Very classy, amazing waiters and waitresses, quiet nice ambiance…read more Our choices were from the lunch menu Good menu , delicious food met expectations especially the octopus appetizer and the tenderness of the tuna , baklava ice cream is outstanding Will be back Recommend

This is my 4th Miami Spice dinner menu and without a doubt one of the most delicious meals. If…read moreyou're gonna do the MS menu you have to add the supplemental $10 raw fish platter because everything on it was a 10/10. The finger licking salmon tartare, the most succulent fresh oyster, the melt in your mouth sashimi and the freshest lavraki ceviche. And the presentation...20/10. For the main event, the Dorade Royale and wow wow wow. Perfectly cooked and easy to flake with the Santorini capers which were a nice delicate touch as well as the olive oil and lemon. I found a few bones but not as much as I expected. It was absolute perfection. As for dessert, simple, not overly sweet or presented ostentatiously...in simple terms, a spongy moist orange cake that was to die for. I see why it was recommended by waitstaff. Speaking of waitstaff, the service was remarkable from the hostess all the way to the table of you catch my drift. Washed it all down with a medium dry Chardonnay and this one is one to remember.

the place is absolutely gorgeous, has good service, Jason was our waiter and he is very very very…read morenice and respectful and he even took out the chair for us! I definitely 100% recommend going here!!!!

Cuisine very flavorful and visually appealing and very good service. A return visit is a must!!read more

My husband and I found this restaurant on Instagram and, honestly, we were a little hesitant…read morebecause so much of what you see on social media can be misleading. But we were craving Mediterranean food, so we decided to give it a try and we're glad we did. The food was really good, and John took care of us. His recommendations were excellent and definitely made the experience even better. The atmosphere was nice, and I recommend making a reservation, especially if you want to make sure you can see the belly dance show on Saturdays. The only downside for us was that the chairs were a bit uncomfortable. Other than that, we had a very good experience and would definitely come back.

Coming in, the smell of the restaurant was incredible. Fragrant, and aromatic. Immediately captured…read moreby the ambiance and trans-lounge music. We were sat Immediately, unknowingly, we were sat right next to the unisex bathroom when there were other tables available in the restaurant. Not good. Great service from our server, Felipe, who was superb! Very attentive and professional. The lamb chops were delicious! The Moscow Mule yummy. Dessert was a flop. The baklava was gross. It was a cheap version made with what appeared to be croissant as opposed to philo. No honey. Dry and tasteless. I do not recommend.

Really awesome spot! The service is very good and attentive. Really nice staff. The food is also…read morereally, really good. My husband and I ordered the phyllo feta honey appetizer and loved it. For entrees we got lamb chops and branzino. The branzino was so tender and light and the lamb chops were insanely good. The scallion feta mashed potatoes and red wine jus were very flavorful. We loved our dinner there!

My husband and I had such a cute little date night at Calista one evening! We were there on a…read moreMonday evening (pretty early) and practically had the place to ourselves, so we opted to eat outside. We started with the halloumi, the trio of their dips, and the greek salad. YUM YUM YUM. The trio dip was delicious and the halloumi was sweet, salty and came with a great dipping sauce. For our entree, we split the scallops with lentils and some rice. Everything was truly delicious, fresh, and so flavorful. Service was fantastic - attentive but we never felt rushed or pushed out.

Amazing Service, Easily the best food I've had at Hollywood beach!…read more The servers were very nice and the food arrived quickly. I sat in the outside area and the view was beautiful, especially at sunset. The inside seemed to be bustling with livelihood. Amazing place to catch a game or just enjoy a delicious dinner with family. Definitely choose outdoor area by the canal for a more relaxing atmosphere.

Went here for my birthday celebration because I wanted a different dinner!…read more EVERY SINGLE DISH we had was AMAZING. I don't say this lightly. I would rate the FOOD 10 stars if it was possible. The calamari, Greek salad, chicken kebab, steak kebab, shrimp appetizer, and drinks were out of this world phenomenal. Someone I was with also mentioned that the roast chicken is the best roast chicken they have ever had in their lives. As for the ambience, if you choose to be inside during the bellydancing show- be prepared to be overstimulated and not be able to hear anything that your table was saying to you. Make sure you're in the mood for extremely loud music and chaos all over. if you're in the headspace, it's a great time! If you're not in the mood for the madness, eat outside! I literally can't wait to go back to this restaurant... PS obviously beach parking can be complicated but they have valet for five bucks, which is really helpful!

Amazing vibes and ambiance! Nikos was our server and was…read moregreat! Ask for him! Great portions and went with my family. We also ordered chicken kabobs skewers with rice and fries. Music was lovely and just everything. Just go, I cleaned my plate.

This restaurant is located in the lobby of The Gale hotel. Food potions are huge. My friend and I…read moreshared a hummus platter then she got the chicken kabob platter- enough food for two people and I got the chicken gyro, also enough for two people. We both had the Santorini Margarita- first one was good, second one they used gable salt for the rim ?! Our second time eating there was at the bar had cocktails and shared a margarita pizza. Also big and yummy!