Dinner at Annasa Taverna the day before Mother's Day -- no reservations, but I really appreciated that they still welcomed us in. The whole vibe felt warm and made it a really nice family dinner. My grandma and mom both seemed happy and enjoyed everything, which honestly mattered most. We ordered two Greek salads (definitely could've gotten away with just one -- they're huge and very shareable). We also had the Mediterranean spreads: tzatziki, eggplant, and a spicy spread. Everything was solid and great for sharing. We also got grilled octopus as an appetizer -- super tender and really well done. For my main, I had the grilled deboned red snapper -- absolutely delicious. It came with a creamy lemon sauce on the side that you can pour over the fish, plus oregano fries and grilled vegetables. The veggies were amazing, especially the grilled onions that just melted in your mouth. We also ordered takeout: kefte kebab with fries, which was maybe smaller portion but it was good flavor. For dessert we had a baklava float (I think that was the name) with coffees to finish. Very happy with the whole meal overall. Drinks at the bar beforehand were also a highlight -- sangria and a gin, lavender, elderflower, cucumber cocktail that my grandma actually loved. read more

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I feel very conflicted about leaving this review. The food was great but slightly salty, but still very tasty. My lamb chops were cooked perfectly, and overall I had a good time. However, since we came on Valentine's Day, I noticed that many couples were given roses as they walked in. My partner, who was the only Black woman in the restaurant, did not receive a rose when we entered. At the time, we didn't think much of it and continued with our dinner. As the evening went on, though, we saw more couples come in and receive roses. Some of these couples were seated next to us, which left a bad taste in my mouth. I can't help but wonder what criteria the restaurant used to decide who received a rose and why so many couples who arrived after us were given one. Unfortunately, this experience spoiled my enjoyment of the restaurant and left me feeling conflicted. We ordered plenty of food, left more then 20% tip and if anyone from the restaurant sees this please reach out, if there was some criteria that needed to be met to receive a rose I would love to know read more

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This place is an absolute gem. I love the whole team here -- everyone is welcoming and positive. The food is amazing: everything comes out fast, tastes great, and feels super fresh. My favorite is the salad -- incredibly tasty, with very fresh vegetables. The bartenders deserve a special shoutout too: always friendly, smiling, and great vibes overall. Highly recommend to everyone. Definitely a spot I'll keep coming back to. read more

Anassa Taverna Astoria - Food - Mediterranean Near Me - Astoria, New York

I came here from a recommendation from a friend and immediately when i came in, I noticed the decor. It is definitely a nice spot for a date night. I ordered the spreads (Skordalia, Eggplant and Fava), Octopus, Beet Salad, Lemon Potatoes and Lavraki (Branzino). My favorite was the Branzino and the Octopus! read more

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Anassa - 10/10 Greek Dining Experience My best friend and I dined at Anassa, and oh. my. God. This Greek restaurant is absolutely phenomenal. From the moment we arrived, the service was top-tier above and beyond. Parking tip: Parking can be a bit of a challenge, but there's a two-hour MPG Parking Garage directly across the street. You grab a ticket there, and once you're done dining, the restaurant signs it parking is fully accommodated as long as it's within two hours. Super convenient. Let's talk appetizers because they STOLE the show. They start you off with table bread and hummus, and let me say this: I am not a hummus person, but this hummus? It absolutely hit the spot. Even if you don't like hummus, try it. We ordered the Mediterranean spread Tzatziki - fresh and delicious Tirokafteri (spicy feta) - PHENOMENAL, easily a standout Eggplant - very bland; I'd skip this unless you truly love eggplant Still, one miss didn't take away from the experience at all. Saganaki Cheese - PLEASE get this. Fried Greek Gruyère cheese served sizzling in a skillet with honey and lemon. This dish will knock you off your feet. Don't debate it just order it. You're welcome. Classic Greek Salad (no lettuce) Tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, onions, olives, and feta fresh, flavorful, and perfect. We got extra dressing, which took it to the next level. Entrées: I ordered the Kefta Kebab (lamb) served with oregano fries, tzatziki, pita absolutely delicious. The pita bread alone deserves a mention. My friend had the lobster ravioli, and she said it was amazing. Honestly, the appetizers were so indulgent that we could barely get through our entrées but we still powered through and took leftovers home. Dessert: Orange cake with Greek yogurt and vanilla ice cream. Yes. Just yes. Final thoughts: Anassa is a 10 out of 10. Whether you're celebrating a birthday, planning a romantic night, or just catching up with friends, this place delivers. The music isn't overwhelming, the service is exceptional, and the food is unforgettable. Highly, highly recommend! read more

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Early to arrive and greeted with a smile. Directed to wait at the bar. Alejandro, the bartender was friendly and made a recommendation and ensured I had water to maintain hydration. My party arrived and we were seated at a booth. The restaurant filled up because it was great. We had the restaurant week menu. All four of us were delighted with our choices. A complimentary shot of ouzo read more

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My fav thing to do is get dressed up and go to dinner. My family and I came here on a summer Saturday night. Reservations are highly suggested..... it was packed when we arrived at 8pm. Within minutes we were greeted and shown to our table. We did wait a bit before our waiter came over to introduce himself. By the time he did we had already looked over the menu and placed our entire order. The romaine salad and Greek meatballs were some of the best I've ever had! I went with an Espresso Martini for my cocktail of choice (made with Gin instead of Vodka as requested), it was perfect! Not too strong and the espresso still pushing through the Gin. Our entrees came in a timely fashion. We all enjoyed our meals. We would definitely come back! read more

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Very nice ambiance- food was delicious! We had the fried calamari, octopus, kids pasta with butter, grilled chicken and fries, Greek salad, kefta with fries. Enjoyed everything. Took a star off because the service could of been better. We wanted another round of drinks but the waiter was no where to be found. All of the waterglasses were empty. Going to places where I have to flag down the waiter is a no for me. read more

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3.5 stars which just ok. The restaurant had a beautiful atmosphere and excellent service, but the food was just mediocre. There are far better Greek places that are authentic in the area. We had the Saganaki and beet salad for our appetizers. The Saganaki was very good, but the beets in the salad tasted like it was straight from a can. For entrees we had the filet and kofta kabobs and sea bass plaki. The kebabs were good, but the sea bass plaki was very bland. For desserts we had the orange cake and the chocolate cake both were mediocre and not worth ordering. Nothing was terrible here, but nothing was amazing either. Overall it was mediocre and not worth a second visit. read more

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Got the burger here and realized, I should have gotten actual Greek food. Burger was good! But.. simple. Also, forgot to ask for cheese and wasn't reminded. Fix beer is great tho, and the table bread makes up for the burger. Fries were crispy. I'd go here again *for Greek food and seafood* read more

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Wonderful place, great atmosphere, decor and ambience, delicious food and drink, excellent service by Armando and his team. We came from Southern Brooklyn and LI and were glad that we did. read more

Anassa Taverna Astoria - Litchi Martini - Mediterranean Near Me - Astoria, New York

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I really wish I could give this place 5 stars, but I can't bring myself to do that. The food was amazing. It was Mother's Day and fairly busy, but not as busy as I've been to other restaurants which were more able to handle the volume. We were told that we had a time limit of 2 hours, because they need the table, yet... It took over an hour to receive our main course. Without anyone telling us anything. After we became frustrated and asked we were told "five minutes or less" which was false information, because it came out in like 15 to 20 minutes. We ate our food quickly. At that point we were very hungry. We had to wave down our server to ask for the check. When he arrived he asked if we'd like to see the dessert menu or have some coffee. With the time we waited coffee should have been offered to us for free at that point. Any sort of gratitude would have been nice, but hey they didn't even really come often enough to refill our water so what am I thinking? The ambiance was beautiful. Nice artwork and lighting. I'd also like to add that it seemed like they paid closer attention to the larger groups & less to the smaller families. Overall a good experience food wise. Doubt we will ever return. read more

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Everything was great here ! From the food and ambiance and service ! We came here for a graduation celebration and had a lot of apps and dinner Would def come back ! read more

Great atmosphere. High class interior. Trendy. Food was tasty service was excellent. Great appetizers. Dessert- it was my goddaughters birthday. Great sparkle and presentation.:)) oh and the chocolate Lava cake was served with vanilla ice cream and a warm caramel sauce.. there were no leftovers. read more

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Had dinner with a friend. The vibes were amazing. Loved the music! We enjoyed everything. The service was on point. Definitely check it out read more

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Pros: absolutely gorgeous inside! We went around Christmas and the decorations were stunning. The service was wonderful, fast, friendly, and attentive. The only good food we ate was the calamari. It could have been crispier but the flavour was good. And we LOVED whatever creamy basil dipping sauce came with it. Cons: our entrees. We both ordered meat (medium rare) and it was horrible. My lamb chops were complete inedible rubber, the kind where it feels you're literally chewing on plastic forever until you eventually spit it out, which I did. And the NY strip, even though also ordered as medium rare, was completely dry and overcooked. Both were gross and we left hungry even though we paid $$$. We had been wanting to try this place for a while, and it was a big disappointment. I felt like I wasted my money, and it wasn't cheap!! I regret not picking another place for Christmas time. read more

Great service and amazing food. Free parking across the street. All good all around. Highly recommend.

We started with the octopus...delicious! Sliced thin and grilled to perfection with a flavorful sauce. A squeeze of lemon and we were set! For mains, I ordered the lbronzino. Very good with a simple lemon sauce. Came with a side of lemon potatoes that were very tasty. My girlfriend ordered the fillet mignon skewer. Also very good. Service and atmosphere were excellent. Overall, a great meal...We will definitely return! read more

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The ambiance is warm and inviting, leaning toward upscale. The food is expensive but tasty. The service is professional as well. Solid neighborhood option to impress visiting friends and relatives. read more

Anassa Taverna is fs a hidden gem. Tucked away in a corner in Queens, this place serves dinner, lunch, and if you're anything like me, these are probably the times you're gonna want to go for some relaxing vibes and posh dining. Expect the complete opposite for brunch. During the weekends, Anassa turns into a nightclub dayclub transporting you to last night and leaves you wondering if the night ever ended. Service was great all around and everyone at that place made sure to keep the party goin until Anassa actually opened for their posh dining guests. read more

Amazing food, everything ordered was outstanding, definitely worth the trip and definitely coming back read more

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Anassa Taverna has very good drinks and seating arrangement. Their food was rather pricy, but very tasty! read more

Anassa Taverna Astoria - Refreshing cocktail! - Mediterranean Near Me - Astoria, New York

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First things first- the Madame Onassis drink is absolutely amazing!!! As a peach lover, it was first love at first sip- the cocktail reminds me of a peach candy/ boba tea. It came with popping peach boba as well, absolutely refreshing and not too sweet. Our other drinks were also good and strong but again Madame Onassis was the star of the show for me. My friend got the filet mignon kebab which was a small portion of food but he said he enjoyed it. I got the kefte kebab which was good but the lamb was a bit dry. Overall, the service and vibe was lovely and upbeat. I'm definitely coming back for my Jackie O drink!! read more

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Good solid Greek food,. Friendly staff, quick service . Octopus was fresh and tasty pretty much hits all the marks read more

Celebrated our friends big birthday at Anassa and it was a success, thanks to her boyfriend for planning. The place was decorated so cute and the plates and glasses were so pretty. The hostess and waitress of ours (Melanie & Naomi) were so friendly and welcoming. We had a large party of about 15 people and they took care of us really well. The drinks were tasty, appetizers and entrees to dessert were really good and filling. Thank you again Naomi for being so good at your job! Will definitely come back again. Favorite dishes were the filet mignon kebab medium rare, grilled shrimp, anassa chips, fried calamari and Mediterranean spreads. read more

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I came here for a friend surprise birthday party, and the manager was very accommodating. We had a couple extra people show up and they made it happen. The ambience was amazing. Nice background music a great crowd. The service was impeccable. The food was delicious. We literally ordered one of every appetizer and the lamb chops and filet mignon were delicious. I will definitely be back here. There's convenient parking right across the street. read more

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Super cute spot - perfect for a date night or just a special dinner. We share the octopus (amazing and perfectly tender), the meatballs (yummy) and split a whole branzino (perfectly cooked). We even got to pick our own fish. Service was friendly and helpful. Great place. read more

Anassa Taverna Astoria - Hummus - Mediterranean Near Me - Astoria, New York

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We had dinner at Anassa Taverna Astoria on Friday and, overall, the experience was excellent. The food was fresh and well-seasoned, portions were generous, and the service was friendly and attentive without being intrusive. Our table was comfortable, and the room itself is attractive. The one big miss was the music. The playlist felt like a teen club--wild, high-energy tracks--and the volume was cranked so loud we had to lean in to talk. Most guests around us were middle-aged and clearly there for a relaxed dinner, not a party vibe, so the soundtrack didn't match the crowd or the otherwise upscale feel. If the restaurant dialed the volume down and chose a playlist that complements the dining atmosphere, this would be an easy "recommend." As it stands, the food and service are great, but the noise level took away from the evening. read more

Great place: good food, ambience, and service. I had a great branzino and my wife had a kebab. We had a very nice time here.

Anassa is definitely one of my favorite restaurants in Queens. I took my parents here for Mother's Day last year and they wanted me to take them here again for Father's Day tonight. We made reservations because it's super busy on holidays. The interior of the restaurant is fantastic. It's beautiful, clean and classy. The waitstaff is always attentive and efficient too. I recommend the Madame Onassis drink, which does not taste like alcohol and has popping boba! So delicious! We had fried calamari and Anassa chips for apps. Both were so good and I love their tzatziki so much. It's rich, creamy and simple yet amazing! My dad got the Greek salad and he loved it. I haf the kefte kabab platter, which I ordered before and loved. The meat was super fresh and flavorful. My mom had the salmon and my dad had the burger. Everyone loved their meals and we ended with baklava. Always a pleasure dining at this gem! read more

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I showed up for Sunday brunch and the place was spacious and calm, like I accidentally wandered into a fancy Greek villa instead of a loud New York joint (they even played base heavy island music that actually let me hear my thoughts). The servers were friendly and helpful, like they knew you were there to vibe and not audition for a food show. Free bread and hummus came out lightning fast, then each dish, octopus, Greek sausage, sea bass skewers, landed one after the other like well choreographed Greek Gods delivering snacks, citrusy and peppered with capers galore. Totally chill vibes, and I left thinking, "I'll never look at Sunday the same way again." read more

Anassa Taverna Astoria - Mediterranean Near Me - Astoria, New York

I've been here many times before,there is a reason why I keep coming back the atmosphere is amazing they have a cute little bar and of course I have to mention the food is delicious I usually get the lamb chops with the lemon potatoes,octopus,the kefte kebab are my go to read more

Anassa Taverna Astoria - Lamb Chops w Lemon Potatoes - Mediterranean Near Me - Astoria, New York

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Not only is Anassa a beautiful restaurant to admire, the ambiance is perfect for a date night, girls night or family outing. And the food is absolutely delicious, kudos to the staff that is both super friendly and accommodating! read more

Anassa Taverna Astoria - Mediterranean Near Me - Astoria, New York

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I came here for dinner with my fiancé and his family for a wedding celebration of family friends. I had never been to any of the locations for this restaurant but I was very happy to come to the one in Astoria as my introduction. This is a newer location, it is spacious, open and has a trendy feel. The rustic decoration makes it feel like you are in a nice winery in Greece. They had a pre-set menu for our party of 13 people that was beautifully printed with a cute design and the names of the couple. The meal had abundant food and drinks, it was truly a great environment for a celebration. The waiters were very attentive of our table and it never felt like anything was missing. I tried some white wine and it was refreshing, smooth, and dry. For food, we tried a myriad of things and everything I sampled was delicious. - Greek salad: refreshing produce, with the perfect amount of feta and olives. One of my favorite Greek salads that I've had at a restaurant. - Dips: we tried the tzatziki, eggplant, and tirokafteri which came with generous amounts of cut pita (made it super easy for sharing). The eggplant was creamy and garlicky. The tzatziki was refreshing with the cool yogurt and aromatics. The tirokafteri had a spicy salty punch that was delicious on its own, as well as paired with the other two dips in the mix, it had the perfect balance of peppers and feta. Excellent. - Calamari: best calamari I've had in a restaurant. The squid was flavorful, juicy, fresh and just very lightly battered (I don't love heavily battered calamari). Came with two sauces that were addictive and some lemon. Would come back just for this. - Kolokithokeftedes: first time trying these but very good! Crispy on the outside, with a very moist and almost a little sweet filling from the zucchini that is well balanced by a layer of creamy salty cheese underneath. - Branzino: got this for my entree and it had a pretty good portion size! The branzino itself was not as impressive as in other places but was still fairly good. The spinach rice was very yummy. - Lamb chops: exceptional! I tried some from my fiancé. I wish I had ordered this instead. These were tender, not gamey at all, and had the perfect amount of fats to make them feel satisfying but not too heavy. - Dessert platter: great option for a big party! This platter basically comes with almost all the desserts in the menu if you cannot make up your mind. My favorites were the portokalopita which was alike an orange syrupy pound cake, and then the cylinder phyllo filled with custard (I believe called galaktoboureko), it was so flaky and subtly sweet! The baklava was a little too sweet for my taste but also good. We ended our meal with one shot of ouzo which was delicious and went down smoothly into our full and happy bellies. Overall, had a great experience here as a guest of a big dinner party. I cannot speak of the prices or logistics of planning but the team definitely did a fantastic job of catering to us and making sure we all left happy, being attentive of us, making sure all our food came out at the same time. I certainly will be coming back to try more of their dishes and have more of their addictive calamari. Highly recommend them for a large party! read more

Anassa Taverna Astoria - Personalized menu for event - Mediterranean Near Me - Astoria, New York

TLDR: Authentic greek food, delicious and highly recommended The squid here was so fresh and tasty, it was almost like eating tender chicken. The pita bread with the different spreads were amazing. The hummus and Ziti were full of flavor. Baklava and ice cream were very well done. The service was ok, maybe not as attentive as I would have liked, but the food made up for it. read more

This is one of my favorite restaurants. The food and service is amazing. I will definitely be coming back soon.

We placed an order through DoorDash because it was the only platform that offered delivery beyond the usual range--for an extra fee. This was specifically for **Mother's Day**, a very important occasion for us. Unfortunately, when the delivery person arrived at the restaurant to pick up our order, they were told that the restaurant does not work with DoorDash. I was then informed over the phone that you only partner with Uber Eats and Grubhub. If that's the case, why is your full menu available for ordering on DoorDash? This not only ruined our Mother's Day plans, but it also wasted the time and effort of the delivery driver, who traveled all the way to Astoria to pick up an order that didn't exist. Additionally, I feel compelled to mention that even when we dine in, the service can be very slow--sometimes it takes a long time just to receive a menu, let alone the food. It's disappointing and has discouraged us from coming back. I hope you take this feedback seriously and work toward improving both your organization and your service. Thank you. read more

Anassa Taverna Astoria - Mother Day order canceled - Mediterranean Near Me - Astoria, New York

Absolute best Greek food I've ever had. Service was excellent. I would definitely come back. We started with 3 spreads. All tables are served with complimentary bread + hummus, so for our spreads we chose Tirokafteri, Skordalia and Eggplant. Tirokafteri was definitely the favorite! Has a subtle spice. We also got the saganaki cheese, which was also delicious but very heavy and filling. For entrees, we got the swordfish kebabs and lamb chops. Lamb chops were very meaty and cooked perfectly. For dessert you must get BAKLAVA! It was PHENOMENAL. It's so flaky and delicious, and served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and crushed pistachios. 10/10 recommend. Shout out to our amazing waitress Melanie who definitely made our dining experience top tier. She was super friendly and attentive and gave us solid recommendations. Saturday night was of course busy but she was calm and composed and did a great job! Both indoor and outdoor seating is available. Inside is a bit dimly lit but not too dark. People definitely come here a bit dressed up for dinner (heels, cute dress, etc). read more

Food was excellent. We weren't expecting the bread service and it was so good! The restaurant was very clean and we sat right next to the window which was very nice. We look forward to going back! read more

Anassa Taverna Astoria - Pasta Alla Greca - Mediterranean Near Me - Astoria, New York

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Made a reservation and came for dinner with a friend. We got a free round of cocktails with Yelp checkin, which was a nice touch! I tried: + Passionista cocktail + Anassa chips + Classic Greek salad + Saganaki cheese + Lobster ravioli Everything was super tasty and portions were great. Would return! read more

Anassa Taverna Astoria - Homemade Lobster Ravioli - Mediterranean Near Me - Astoria, New York

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