Came here with family today not knowing what to expect--left full and genuinely impressed. The front bar area was buzzing when we arrived (some kind of work event in full swing), so the first impression was pretty lively--read: loud. But once we were seated in the back dining room, it was a completely different vibe: calm, comfortable, and easy to actually hold a conversation. Always appreciate a restaurant that understands the value of good acoustics. The meal kicked off with warm, soft bread and a light, hummus-like spread that was dangerously good--so good we packed some to go. No shame. The menu leans seafood-forward, and it shows in the freshness. I went with the oven-baked Chilean sea bass in a tomato-based sauce with vegetables. Beautifully cooked--flaky, tender, and delicate without being bland. Around the table: the grilled branzino looked great and was clearly a hit. The grilled calamari had that perfect fresh bounce to it. And even the side salad stood out--light, slightly sweet dressing that somehow won over a person who usually wants nothing to do with salad. Overall, a really solid dining experience. Well-prepared seafood, attentive without being hovering, and a surprisingly tranquil escape once you get past the front. Definitely worth a visit. read more

We had a lovely time here. It was expensive, but we enjoyed all the food. The staff were so lovely too. Particularly enjoyed the spicy feta dip! read more

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**Restaurant Week Review!! Had the privilege of grabbing lunch here during RW and thought it was very well worth it. For $30, (pre-tax and tip), I enjoyed Truffle Salmon Tartare, Lobster Ravioli, and Peach Sorbet. All were delicious and I felt it was a great value. My server, Daniel, was great! Friendly and helpful. The space itself is large too, so very good for groups. I saw a lot of business lunches happening while I was there! Would recommend. read more

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My sister, niece and I went to Anassa last night and we had a good time. However, I was not impressed with the food at all. The lamb chops and potatoes were so bland. The salmon was not great either. The service was nice and we were only us and two gentlemen. read more

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We wanted to try some Greek for dinner here in NYC. This place came up on the Yelp search so we decided to try it. As we walked in, I was immediately turned off by the very loud dance club music blaring out of their speakers. The hostess assured us the restaurant part was quite and led us back there. Ambiance was good, my wife had a chicken dish but I cant recall the name. She love it. I had lobster ravioli and it was excellent. Everything was reasonably priced given the area. Service was not as good as the food. It was clear the wait staff were just kinda putting in the bare minimum. It wasnt horrible but could've been better. I guess i could say it wasnt bad enough to ruin the experience. Overall I'd go here again. read more

The spreads were delicious, there was a spicy feta, an eggplant, and a tzatziki, the bread and hummus was really good as well. The calamari was perfection and the halloumi had honey and caramelized orange peels which were so good. The lamb was a little dry and could've been flavored better but the truffle fries were delicious! read more

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Came here for summer restaurant week with a friend and had a delicious meal. The ambiance, service, and meal was all very nice. A great find through restaurant week! read more

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I normally come here just for drinks, but my best friend was in town so we treated ourselves to a few shared dishes while we caught up. The complimentary bread and dip is a great start and really delicious. We ordered a few dips with pita. They season and crisp the pita so perfectly that honestly I'd eat it plain for a whole meal. We also ordered, although not pictured, the meatballs. They were surprisingly delicious in the red sauce they came in. Greek salad was refreshing although I wish it came with some protein. The waiter was very patient and attentive and had a good sense of humor. They're definitely on the pricier side, but it's a good intimate spot to catch up and treat yourself. read more

Anassa Taverna - Downtown - Pita and dips - Greek Near Me - New York, New York

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Anassa Taverna is a great pick when you want something different from the usual lunch spots in Midtown. I went today specifically to skip my typical burger routine and was pleasantly surprised. They offer a fixed price lunch at $33, which includes an appetizer, entre, and a small dessert. For the area, that's actually a good deal, especially when the food quality stands out as much as it did. I went with the fish of the day, a fillet branzino, and it was perfectly cooked light, flavorful, and plated beautifully. My friend and I shared appetizers, which was a smart move since it let us try both the hummus dip and the meatballs. Both were excellent! The portions were balanced, leaving me full but not overly stuffed, and the whole experience felt relaxed yet refined. Between the quality of the food, the presentation, and the attentive service, Anassa Taverna made for a genuinely enjoyable lunch outing. read more

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Returned to Anassa Taverna Downtown and had a great dinner on a Friday night when the restaurant was busy but not crowded. The Salmon Tartare appetizer and the Lamb Chops entree were excellent. The Lamb Chops were cooked nicely to a medium rare just as we requested. Lively atmosphere and friendly attentive service, our server Maria was very helpful. read more

Anassa Taverna - Downtown - Lamb Chops - Greek Near Me - New York, New York

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Amazing food and service, can't wait to come back here. The restaurant week pre fixe was a great deal in comparison to their usual prices and I'm so glad I tried it. The salmon tartare was so beautifully presented and the chicken was very juicy and fresh. We were served mango and raspberry sorbet for dessert to top it all off. Definitely recommend their frozen aperol spritz too! read more

Anassa Taverna - Downtown - Menu - Greek Near Me - New York, New York

Stopped here last minute on New Year's Day and it was so good. Beautiful restaurant, excellent very quick service, top notch drinks and great food. Whiskey sour and Maria Callas drinks were fantastic, our party had a dip trio and several fish dishes and all were excellent ! read more

Anassa Taverna - Downtown - Whiskey sour and Maria Callis - Greek Near Me - New York, New York

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Restaurant week - So happy to try a new spot during restaurant week. Went for lunch which is $30 for a 3 course meal. Tried the 3 dips + pita (fava bean, eggplant, and fish roe - loved them all!). Branzino for my main dish, loved, cooked perfect and flavorful. Baklava for dessert (which i was too full, lol will report back once i dive into that) but my lunch date loved the baklava! being busy on a Tuesday, the service was absolutely amazing. They had various time magazines up on the wall and photos of Greek celebs, which was a great convo starter read more

The food is excellent, but expensive. I went for lunch at the downtown location and had the lamb kabobs and the arugula /feta salad. To die for!!!! They give this amazing hummus and bread as an appetizer. The food rocked, just not cheap. read more

Came here for lunch during restaurant week. The place is deceptively large from looking from the outside. The decor is very traditional Greek coastal vibes, which has always been a favorite aesthetic of mine. Service was a touch slow, but was also nice not to be rushed. But having had some meetings after lunch, a little more urgency would have been appreciated. That being said, I don't think I've ever had my water glass filled so many times in one meal, which was greatly appreciated. Nonetheless the staff were kind and patient with our party. Food was good and very fresh. I started with the salmon tartare, which is paired with these very tasty potato chip like crisps to eat it with. For the main meal I got the chicken which was good, but not stunning in any way. The notable points though were the oregano fries on the side and the fresh tomato and dill sauce served on the side are what amped it up more for me. Lastly, was the highest point of the meal was the dessert, we all had the baklava which although just a small little portion, it was just the sweet little bit we wanted to finish off the meal. read more

Anassa Taverna - Downtown - Chicken breast with oregano fries - Greek Near Me - New York, New York

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Made a reservation and was seated right away for lunch. Had a great experience. Servers came to check in from time to time to see how everything was going. There is outdoor seating and would be great on a nice beautiful day. Would love to come back and try other items on the menu! Ordered the following: Appetizers: - Anassa chips $25: Thinly sliced zucchini lightly fried served with tzatziki was so crispy! Can literally eat the whole plate of this and not feel bad haha - Greek meatballs $22: Veal, beef, pork with feta cheese and mint was good! Wish the size of the meatballs was a bit bigger. - Saganaki $18: Lightly fried Kefalograviera cheese with lemon and honey was grilled topped with sesame seeds and thinly sliced sweet orange shreds? Paired really well. First time having this type of cheese and when you eat it, it kind of squeaks, so my coworker called this the 'squeaky cheese' LOL Light Fare: - Lamb Kebab $34: Two ground lamb skewers(believe it's mixed with beef?) served with oregano fries, mixed field greens, tzatziki and pita was AMAZING! Can probably be shared if you don't want to feel so full! read more

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Possibly the greatest pita I've ever had in my life, and I do not say that lightly. The avgolemono was good, quite comforting, though I personally would've liked more rice with my serving. The eggplant spread is delicious, not smoky like I expected but very rich. The hummus is likewise delicious, I love how tangy it is. Made for a satisfying light lunch. Also it was ready for pickup very quickly, which I always appreciate, and the people at the front were friendly. read more

After walking by a few years now, finally tried for brunch and it was solid. The dining area is more spacious than it appears from the outside and there are a good amount options for brunch besides lighter plates. The rigatoni was very tasty and the classic Greek salad was also great - only note is that the chicken is sliced super thin so this as a main dish you may leave you hungry. We also had a pink snapper at the table with sangria and spicy passion cocktails which were also great. read more

Went for lunch with a friend not realizing it was restaurant week. We opted for the Prix fixe lunch for $30 but decided to pay extra $10 for the octopus appetizer. It was worth it! Octopus was very tender and well seasoned. For our entrees, we had lobster ravioli and Branzino and baklava and strawberry sorbet for dessert. Everything was tasty and well seasoned. Baklava was just the right sweetness for dessert. Service was excellent. Each course came as we were finishing the previous one. We were seated closest to the sidewalk but noise level was minimal I'd love to go back and try their other dishes! read more

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Food 4.0/5.0 Service 3.5/5.0 Value 3.0/5.0 Decor 4.0/5.0 Overall 4.0/5.0 The food was solid. Nice and quiet neighborhood in Tribeca, especially on the weekends. The dining room filled up surprisingly quickly. The grilled calamari was great. Would come back if in the area. read more

The food at this place was really amazing. Their sangria was very impressive. My only issue was that the table we were sat at outside was by a vent that was blowing a very nasty smell. There must've been a bathroom in that area. I told the waiter about it and he quickly moved us to another table. He then removed that table from that area which was the perfect thing to do. I was impressed by the quickness of removing the entire table from that area. read more

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The positive reviews create expectations this place meets. The menu offers good value overall. Eating here costs less than you'd think. Workers maintain awareness, share information gladly and deliver excellent assistance. Satisfying dishes & welcoming space. read more

It was a dreary, rainy Sunday evening when we stopped in for an early dinner before heading to a midtown theater. We walked into an impressive, spacious bar area and were quickly seated in a large, beautifully appointed dining room. The restaurant is stylish, clean, and very hip. Our server was wonderful, she took the time to explain several menu items and offered thoughtful suggestions. A delicious basket of bread and hummus arrived as we made our selections. My guest, a vegetarian, had no trouble putting together a satisfying meal. We shared the Anassa Chips, Saganaki, and an Arugula Salad. I chose the Lavraki, with a side of Truffle Fries for sharing. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. We stuck with sparkling water, so we didn't sample the cocktails or wine list this time, but there were absolutely no disappointments. For New York City, the prices were very reasonable. I'll definitely recommend this impeccable restaurant and I'll be back! read more

There is so much to love about this place. 1. Truly just amazingly helpful and kind service. 2. Amazing food - the lamb kabobs were awesome. My friend had the lobster ravioli and he ate it up. 3. The portion sizes were on the bigger side for NYC (in a good way) 4. The place looked classy and clean, but the dark wood gave it a sense of elegance. 5. The large windows to view the outside is interesting. 6. Oh, did I mention it is right outside of a subway stop? Why did it not get 5 stars? If you are a group of 2, you are sitting in super crampt seats. I know this is NYC, but it was more space constrained than most place of a similar price point. If I was shorter, I probably would have been fine, but I don't believe in discriminating against taller people. So this place is great for: a. Shorter people b. Friend reunions c. First, Second, and Third Dates d. People who don't mind spending a little bit beyond the corner Greek cafe for fancier Greek food This place is not so great for: a. Really tall people b. Break ups (small spaces - again hard to run away) c. People who don't understand that inflation has actually not hit this place that much in the grand scheme of things. read more

Tina's take: 9/10 The restaurant was beautiful. The drinks were so pretty and tasted amazing too. There was a large selection and the menu and we got a few things. Our favorite was the lobster spaghetti (not sure the name). It tasted to die for. Our waitress was very good and informative about the menu as well. read more

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It was a nice experience Spacious inside, plenty of nice seating; never felt too close to any table next to us and well decorated Waitress got our order wrong - asked for spinach and rice but gave us a sautéed spinach. Not mad, but we said it multiple times haha, it turned out tasting good anyway. Branzino was well seasoned but as someone who loves loves fish, not sure if this was worth $42. Seamores inside the Brookfield place may do better fish than here actually- not sure if the prices are even comparable but at least there's some variety/fun What stood out to me here were the desserts actually! Orange cake and chocolate mousse were just the right amount of sweet and beautifully presented Quite conflicted about this place, perhaps a second visit can get me to change my mind- I think it can do better but just not quite there yet read more

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In NYC for biz and was craving some MSB so decided to give Anassa a try. Started with the grilled octopus which was not chewy and very tasty. It had a smokiness to it from the grill which made it even better. Main course I had the Bronzino which was deboned and served full fish at your table. Excellent preparation. My buddy had the lamb chops that he absolutely devoured. Will definitely come back next time I'm down in the Wall Street area. read more

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Came here for dinner and really enjoyed it. They had a good selection of Greek wines and the food tasted authentic. The Greek salad was tasty and the vegetables tasted fresh. The dressing was light yet flavorful. The octopus was grilled well and not too chewy. They also gave us bread and hummus to start which was nice. For my entree, I got the Mediterranean Sea bass which was cooked well and had a nice lemon sauce. It didn't come with any sides but I was already full on appetizers by that point. I found a few bones which I didn't like but that's to be expected with that kind of fish. Was too full to get dessert but the options looked good. read more

We stopped by this place since we were staying at Conrad next door. We ordered the calamari and beers. The calamari was definitely over cooked, it tasted like it was sitting under the heat lamp for some time..but they did give us complimentary hummus and pita which were both fresh and delicious. We didn't order anything else but I would drop by here again to just grab small bites and drinks with a friend read more

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I was looking for a downtown restaurant that I could enjoy for a lunch with my colleagues and came across Anassa Taverna's stellar reviews. None of us had been to the restaurant before and were looking forward to giving it a shot. In addition to their spacious sidewalk café, their indoor dining space was quite large...similar to their portions. Before we ordered, we could not help but notice the substantial plates at the tables around us. Everything on the menu sounded terrific, so I was glad that I was there with a group, so that we could sample a few extra items. We placed our order and munched on some crusty bread with complimentary hummus, which was extremely smooth and creamy. As if that was not enough, we ordered our own set of 3 spreads, which we were able to select from a list. The tzatiki had a generous amount of dill, making it extra flavorful. The tirokafteri was a zesty blend of red pepper and feta cheese, and the eggplant was tantalizingly smoky. The dynamic trio was served with soft pita points. We also decided to share the Greek Meatballs, which I had seen highly regarded on Yelp. The tender balls were a blend of veal, beef, and pork that were served in a sweet, chunky tomato sauce and topped with feta cheese and mint. They were simply divine, and the sauce was remarkable! We were pretty full by that point, but had each ordered our own salads, which I am proud to say I managed to finish. The Mediterranean Salad started with a bed of romaine lettuce and was topped with regional ingredients like eggplant, zucchini, capers, and more. I had asked for it to be covered with grilled octopus, and it sure was! There were tons of tender tentacles piled on top of the veggies. The light vinaigrette added the ideal hint of Mediterranean seasoning. The whole salad was unreal and one of my favorites ever! We were all dazzled by Anassa Taverna and simply thrilled to have discovered it. read more

We came for lunch and had the Restaurant Week prix fixe special for $30. Wonderful choices. Nice ambiance inside, we chose to eat outside because it was a beautiful day. Started with Maria Callas cocktail, complimentary delicious Italian bread and superb hummus. Appetizer Greek spreads, choice of three with pita. Main course lobster ravioli and branzino with lentils on the side. Everything was cooked and spiced perfectly except the lentils which were a bit on the bland side. Mango sorbet for dessert was outstanding, fruity and thick but not sugary at all, the highlight of the meal. Service was impeccable, they checked on us several times and refilled water and asked us if we wanted to move tables because we had too much sun. Would definitely come back. Wheelchair accessible. read more

Just horrible. I live in the neighborhood and was excited to check this place out and make it usual destination. They charged me twice. Promised that only one pending charge would get posted. But surely both went through. One with tip that I signed and one without tip that had no receipt. I called multiple times just to talk to rude manager who took my card number and said it takes time to get credit. I called and I called. It has been almost 4 weeks - I dined there oct 30. Guess ? Yeh right no credit. At this point it is with my credit card handling disputes. read more

Anassa Taverna - Downtown - Double charged - Greek Near Me - New York, New York

This is a pretty corner restaurant with lots of windows. The interior is classy attractive but not stuffy. We were a group if 6 with a reservation for Sunday Night. We ordered a number of dishes to share. We began with humus and a tray of three spreads. Anassa chips.The hummus was excellent. We also shared meatballs , organic chicken, spinach and rice, grilled fish of the day and baklava. This is one of the better greek restaurant that I have visited. The group raved about the food. I most appreciated the Anassa Chips which are thinly sliced pieces of zucchini and eggplant fried. They were good , pretty and unusual. I loved the spinach and rice. The chicken with fries and roasted tomato was very tasty, the fish was good a little on the dry side. The Baklava was outstanding . I have never been a big fan but this was so good I wanted more. The wait staff gave great friendly service . Our bill per person was 50 dollars. I think we had a wonderful smorgasbord. I will look forward to returning. . read more

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Had lunch at Anassa Taverna last weekend and overall was really impressed! Service is really great...everyone super friendly and accommodating. Restaurant itself is really nice and open, and very clean. Food is really delicious. I had the salmon and it was fantastic. My daughter had the lobster ravioli and couldn't stop raving about it. My dad had some kind of pasta as well and liked it. We shared a Greek salad which was excellent. My dad and daughter shared the molten lava cake and a baklava and declared both pretty good. Prices are high for sure but I felt the experience was worth it. Only negative is that the music is a bit loud and it can be difficult to talk. But maybe I'm just getting old? Overall we'll definitely return. read more

Elevated Mediterranean restaurant with beautiful views of the Hudson River. The service, food, and atmosphere were excellent. From the refreshing passion fruit margarita to the savory meatballs, you're going to fall in love. The complimentary table shared bread and hummus was a nice touch to the dinner. The lobster spaghetti is insanely good. Amazing experience overall. read more

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Anassa Taverna is a welcome addition to Battery Park City. It's located in the old North End Grill space. The interior is modern and vibrant. I recommend to all who enjoy Mediterranean seafood, excellent cocktails and great service. read more

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This was probably my second time eating here and the food and service has been great! My dish was the octopus and it was so delicious paired with the arugula salad. There are many other dishes that I look forward to trying in the future. read more

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Came here as we were in the area. The place is nice to eat at and it's so big that I doubt you need to make reservations. From what I recall, we had great service. The food is great to share amongst a group of people. We had around five people in the group, and we devoured everything as there was something for everyone. I recommend this place! read more

I've been to Anassa a few times, but this was my first time at the Downtown location. I always enjoy their food and drinks. If you are a foody, this is a good spot to check out. However, while having an intimate birthday dinner here, I accidentally knocked my cocktail glass against another plate or the table (I don't remember), and the majority of the drink spilled. It was 100% an accident and it happened right at the start of dinner, so I wasn't even drunk. They were nice and courteous and switched us to a different table so they can clean. I apologized of course, I was so embarrassed. However they didn't replace my drink or offer to. I waited a bit to see if they would, but the staff went right past us each time. I finally just ordered another one, truly embarrassed. Warning, don't spill your drink here. - this is why I gave them one less star. read more

Anassa Taverna - Downtown - Dinner Organic Salmon - Greek Near Me - New York, New York

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One and done. Probably one of the worst restaurants in BPC. For the $$$ price range, the food should be at least decent. We order Sangria for drink, Fava and Skordalia for appertizers, Greek sald , grilled fish and Lamb Kebab. Fava was right out of a can. Skordalia, which is mashed potatoes and garlic, has no garlic. The Fish was not fresh. The Lamb Kebab was just two stick of ground meat frozen at one point ( still cool inside ) As for the service, as a rule, waiter should not clear away the dishes while the customers were still eating. I will not return. read more