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    Athena Gyro

    4.5 (365 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:30 pm

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    ATHENA GYRO ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Pita

    Didn't get a chance to take pics of our dinners but this place was SOOO good. The husband and wife who own it were so sweet and sparking up a convo with every table. I ordered the chicken souvlaki plate and my fiancé ordered the lamb gyro and both were excellent. Wish it was closer so we could go back

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    Michelle T.

    The portions are filling and the staff are super friendly. Love the decor inside simple and displays the best parts of Greece. The warm pita to start was great paired with a refreshing Greek salad. I ordered the chicken gyro platter - skip the rice and get the fries next time! The fries were so crunchy delicious. The dessert was really good and filling as well - it was like a custard and flaky pastry on the outside.

    Chicken Gyro in a Pita as it comes.
    Ernie F.

    This is still my go-to for sure, with the friendly staff and of course, the delicious food. Plenty of seats available which will indeed fill up, especially during the peak of lunch and dinner -- plan accordingly. So far, I'm thrilled with the choices I've picked from the menu, the Cheeseburger Deluxe, Chicken Gyro in the Pita, and Gyro in the Pita (regular). Everything in those orders was delicious, as well as messy. I'm curious to see what other foods they have to offer since I don't dine frequently. The owner, George, every time we come, will check-in and ask if we need anything, which goes a long way. Rarely, it's seen in other restaurants. Leaving Athena Gyro, just be careful when pulling out, especially during school, rush hour time, weekends, and holidays.

    So good!!! Food is always fantastic; place is sparkling clean. Owners stop by to check on everything. Gyro with fries outstanding! Greek honey balls ate the perfect finish, enough to share!

    Donald S.

    Greek cuisine is well represented in Freedom Plains NY thanks to Athena gyro. From gyros, moussaka, pastisio, spanakopita, and baklava...it's all there. Everything is Scratch made with love. Love is always the secret ingredient! The food itself is high quality and plentiful. As good as the food is, the service is even better. It feels like every staff member in the restaurant truly cares about your experience. Few places give you the warm feeling of a loving kitchen like a family run Greek restaurant. Athena is the Greek family I never knew I had.

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    Diana Q.

    I stopped here on my way home from a yoga class and I was really hungry. When I ordered my food I had no idea how generous the portions were and kind of, might have ordered a little bit "too" much food. However, I was certainly not disappointed. The food was absolutely delicious! Some of the best Greek food I've had in all of Connecticut! I ordered the gyro in a pita, hummus, and Greek fries. I found everything to not only be tasty but also exceed my expectations. The price is fair, and the service is excellent. The restaurant itself provides a cozy and clean atmosphere. I would not only come again, I can even see myself driving a bit of distance to come here just to satisfy any Greek food cravings I might have.

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    Li B.

    After a long morning of driving in and out the city from my brother's cabin, I was craving a Greek salad. I asked my sister in law where I could get one, and she said a place in Poughkipsie... we were right by the exit and took it. She sent me the name of a deli and I looked up to see Athena Gyro in the corner of my eye as if it was meant to be. We were greeted warmly by the staff and they let us sit outside with our dog (we were originally just going to do takeout because she was with us). The server was prompt and welcoming, I got a "small" Greek salad with chicken and my husband got a chicken gyro and Greek fries. My salad also came with fresh pita bread they made there. I had enough leftover to take home for my brother and sister in law to have lunch. Will definitely go again when we are in town.

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    amazing!!!! love love love love the baklava!! the homemade soups are just on the spot! really happy with the friendly male waiter!

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