Astoria's demographic might be changing by the day, but there is still plenty of Greek life in the neighborhood as evidenced by a place like Dionysos. It is a quaint, dare I say charming, supremely authentic Greek spot (#1). You know those Eastern European restaurants that don't get a ton of traffic on the weekdays but host all sorts of private parties for families and various local gatherings on the weekends? That's a bit how this place is: old school vibe, motherland approved. Maybe I lucked out each time while dining and and doing take out, but the food has been really good each time. I am hooked on their kolokithokeftedes (fried zucchini balls) and literally cannot stop ordering their moussaka or pasticcio. The roasted lamb is divine and their sheftalia (pork and lamb sausage) is as juicy as it is tasty. Even rhe spanokopita is good. Their seafood selection is also excellent and I appreciate they have their own take on cyprus mezzes. Service has been kind and their delivery js on point. I appreciate that their food is packaged well and is even well labeled. Prices are reasonable compared to other more expensive and popular Greek competition. I would reckon that folks add Dionysos to their must try list but yo their growing rotation of tasty Astoria haunts. __________ (#1) You can trust me, I'm not even Greek. (#2) If you can say this 3x fast without stuttering, you've won at life. read more

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Food and service was horrible,no recommend.Not worthit spending money and time there....

Great greek restaurant in the heart of Astoria with amazing service Food: the food was really good! The halloumi was delicious and well made! We got the mixed spreads plate that was also really delicious and the pita that came with it was also flavorful! For my main I ordered the chicken souvlaki with a side of fries! The chicken was not my favorite and I think that id rather go to a place like BZ grill for chicken souvlaki! Service: winning service! I loved our waitress she was so friendly and funny and made some great reccs! She also informed us about why theee weren't many people at the restaurant (several are fasting for lent) Ambience: it was empty when we got there at 1pm on Saturday! But they have a stage and a lot of tables! I can see this as a place where many from the community gather to eat and listen to music Price: for my main and splitting two apps we each paid about $35 which I think is fair! I also had leftovers read more

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Found this place through fellow yelpers. It was definitely a great place to dine at. The food was delicious and authentic. I'm always a sucker for a good chicken kebab, but it has to be tender. Can't eat chicken breast kebabs when it isn't tender. I rather eat cardboard. However, this place made a great chicken kebab. The octopus could've been grilled a little more, but overall the food was good. Besides the food being good, we met the owner of the location. Nice lady and had a sharp tongue. Witty and clever with her words. She made us laugh as if we've known each other for years. If we ever end up back here again, it would definitely be to see her again. The place itself was small, cozy but not much of a decor. Bunch of musicians from Greece on the wall. However, they do live Greek music on Friday nights and I believe weekends. So if you're looking for some authentic music and good food, definitely try Dionysos out if you're in the area. read more

Dionysos Restaurant - Chicken Kebab - Greek Near Me - Astoria, New York

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Came here at an off hour yesterday 3PM with a friend. We were so hungry I forgot to take pics. Since no one was here the food came out pretty quickly. We ordered an octopus special with lemon potatoes and a chicken souvlaki with lemon potatoes. The lemon potatoes and chicken souvlaki was very good and I very much enjoyed. The octopus I think was highly under seasoned unfortunately, the cook was still good. Came with bread, pita and tomatoes, cucumbers and onion. Looks like they have live music some nights read more

They are one of the few remaining Greek Cypriot restaurants in Astoria and are a solid choice for lunch; they are pretty spacious with a music stage. I came here for a business meeting and was not disappointed with the food and service. Yes, they are a solid recommendation. We ordered soup, tarama, and a souvlaki platter. They are better than Aliada. read more

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We were the only occupied table at 4pm, two sundays ago. We had all worked in restaurants at some point in our lives, and agreed this was the worst service ever and the meat was overcooked. We were a party of 3, and no other tables were occupied (that, in itself, was a bad sign). Three (3!!) times when we needed something (including our drinks), we had to get up and distract the server from his phone. We were the only occupied table! Never again! read more

Delicious and authentic Greek food in the heart of Astoria with generous portion sizes. The lady (owner?) of the restaurant was very hospitable with a great sense of humor. I came with a few other friends who were visiting the neighborhood for the first time, and it was a lovely welcoming experience. There is ample seating indoors, and I wish we were there on a day with live music. This restaurant seems like a place with a fun, and lively ambiance. My only complaint was I thought the roasted lamb would look different in form than it did. Some parts were a little tough to cut through. We also made the rookie mistake of ordering appetizers that were included in their larger combo platters (located at the bottom of the menu). Had we noticed it earlier, we would have ordered that since it also came with a sampler of different meats and seafoods! But I guess that means an excuse to come back again someday. read more

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Went there on a Saturday at noon. We had reservations but there were no other diners the entire time we were there. Anyway, the restaurant wasn't fancy but it was pleasant and comfortable. We ordered several dishes but I only tasted the octopus and calamari appetizers and the seafood pasta entree. Everything was good , but nothing was so good that it would make me come back to have it again. The woman who served us I think is also the owner, she was attentive and helpful. They have a small stage so they probably have live music at certain days or special events. Overall a nice experience. I would go back again to eat there. read more

A little authentic gem among many well established eateries in Astoria, right under the el. We went early and only 1 other table was taken- got worried. Realize that in this neighborhood dinner guests arrive after 8. It was packed by the time we left, live Greek musicians entertained. Omg! Amazing food. The best Tatziki we ever had! All salads outstanding, Lamb chops grilled,chicken Kebob, spinach pie - everything delicious & cooked to perfection! read more

I love this place the great food great music great atmosphere! My go to place for authentic Greek cuisine and music . Trust me the lamb chops are absolutely fantastic read more

I just had my 75th birthday party on April 15 2022 family and friends had a great time and the the food and wine and drinks and the music and service was great and the women singing were fantastic very good service excellent I had the best time of my life and everybody had a fantastic time and enjoying everything will recommend this place and come back again for dinner and entertainment for all read more

This restaurant was very good. They served toasted pita and a dip which was very good. We had the house red wine which was very good. I had the horiatiki salad. I had chicken souvlaki with lemon potatoes. The tziki sauce was very good. For dessert they give you baklava and a spongy cake. We went on a Friday night for the live music which was very entertaining. I would definitely recommend this restaurant. There is also a Groupon cash back option for this restaurant. read more

This restaurant is excellent. Food is awesome. Service is second to none. The waiter was very attentive and kind.

It was my first time going here and I have to say I was very impressed with the food and service - Amazing service and amazing food. Our waiter was also very friendly. If you are looking for authentic & delicious Greek food, then I definitely recommend this place. I will definitely be back! read more

Dionysos Restaurant - Chicken Souvlaki (and Grilled Octopus in the background) - so good! - Greek Near Me - Astoria, New York

My husband was in the mood for Greek food on the way home from the Bronx Zoo so we hit Astoria before heading back to Brooklyn. I found Dionysos on YELP based off it's great reviews but mainly chose it because their online menu listed chicken fingers. Perfect for my picky 8 year old. We walked in to an empty restaurant and were greeted by a friendly Greek woman who seated us. We were soon served a basket full of delicious toasted bread & pita served with olive oil & ground kalamata olives. We devoured it. Our appetizers came out soon after but the best part is the server's rapport with my son. She visited our table often even as the restaurant's tables quickly filled up. I was impressed at her ability to cover it all. After a delicious dinner, my husband asked for a dessert menu. She never brought the menu, instead she surprised us with a dessert made from semolina (thought I forgot the name of it). It was delicious. We began chatting with her and found out she made it herself but the best part was that she was actually the owner. She joked with my son about having a cup of Greek coffee ... and then she brought a cup out for him to try! He ended up trying (liking it) and they even posed in a picture together. I loved it. It felt familiar. My mother was from Sicily yet the owner, Vivian reminded me of my mother (who passed). I appreciated that. When we were done we got up and walked over to say goodbye, she gave me the warmest hug and told us to come back again anytime. We absolutely will & I recommend you do too. Sometimes it's nice to just go somewhere that feels like home. Thank you for a great night. read more

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Food is very good, greek music every Friday and Saturday good but the environment not healthy at all. Everybody is smoking after 12 am. No good at all. read more

Stopped in here last night with 2 of my girlfriends. We ordered 1 bottle of wine which was $55 a cheese plate for $50 & hummus $12. The check was $170. They like to add gratuity on their own and to be quite honest Service & food were not worth the $170 we spent. Nothing was fresh. We left the hummus and cheese plate untouched. Definitely will not be going back to this location ever. read more

First time coming to this place must admit there bread they gave us was really good. The seafood platter for two was great too it actually does fill two people depending what the other one likes. It comes with Salmon Grilled octopus Grilled calamari Lemon potatoes First time trying octopus and calamari grilled have to say the way this restaurant cooked it was worth it. read more

Dionysos Restaurant - Mixed seafood platter for two consists of lemon Lemon Potatoes Grilled Calamari grilled Grilled Octopus salmon shrimp - Greek Near Me - Astoria, New York

Our waiter Emanuel took great care if us! Altho I don't usually have Greek food, he took the time to share the menu and and made is feel comfortable. He recommended the fresh lavraki fish from Greece! Very delicious. My friends and I came late in the evening so we also enjoyed the live music and dancing! read more

Dionysos Restaurant - Fresh from Greece! - Greek Near Me - Astoria, New York

Awesome place to have a party. In facts it's mostly parties. And that's a good thing, just be ready to relax, go with the flow and have fun - at least on Saturday night. We had 26 people and they made it very simple and stress free. Everyone had fun, the food was excellent, and the restaurant team was very easy to work with. Not to be master of the obvious, but, this is a very Greek place. Greek is spoken, the awesome live music is Greek the food is Greek the dancing is Greek and there are many great Greek families. They made our not-Greek family very welcome and even taught us a few dances. In a world where NYC is filled with restaurant groups all copying each other to complete sterility, Dionysus is a breath of fresh NYC air. read more

The food here is average. This place is good for live music. The waiters did not wear mask at all and can not say they knew much about their job either. The crowd is mixed with family and some random single guys come after 10pm and it was kind of uncomfortable to dance cuz they keep staring at you and come to talk etc. I can not say very modern place. I do not think I would go again. read more

Ordered a mix grill large size this weekend for a groups of 6. They gave us an assortment of meats, lots of pita, unfortunately very little lemon potatoes and a whole bunch of bread. The grilled meats were very flavorful and appeared to be of good quality meat. I'd like to dine in next time and try something else from their menu. read more

The views from both dining room and outdoor deck seating are outstanding! Located directly across and short walking distance to Acropolis. Good ok and of course overpriced but it's the ambiance that makes it worthwhile experience read more

Excellent service and more importantly the food was amazing. This place had a family homemade food vibe. I highly recommend this restaurant. My boyfriend and I will def come back again. read more

Dionysos Restaurant - Greek Near Me - Astoria, New York

I love live music. And you really have to try hard for me to have a problem with the volume of music. Last night was the first time I've ever asked for the volume to be turned down. I think our waiter tried to explain why he couldn't do anything about it, but I have no idea what he said. My ears are ringing today like they were after seeing The Who at Shea in 1982. We ordered a Greek salad to start, (good, although the tomatoes were very cold). Before we were half-way through, the halloumi and spanikopita were served. The halloumi was fine, but nothing I couldn't do at home. Spanikopita was special...maybe the best I've ever had. Again, before we were done, the branzino and chicken souvlaki were served. Both well-cooked and the lemon potatoes were fantastic. So; good food and very friendly people. The pace of the meal was way too fast, (maybe they were trying to have mercy on our ears?) Only major problem was seeing one of the musicians lighting up a cigarette as he walked back to the kitchen. That's a major fail. read more

This is the kind of restaurant NYC needs more of -- wonderful service (our waiter provided service that felt more like being welcomed into a home where you are to just eat and trust that it'll taste good -- and it did), reasonable prices, and a great atmosphere. I'll go back in a heartbeat. And if possible -- save room for the baklava. read more

A little on the pricier side for me but everything seemed pretty fresh. I came on a Wednesday night and expected it to be a little dead but I didn't expect an empty dining room. The waitress was a little sassy and dismissive but service was quick. Up sold us on the large Greek salad which really shouldn't have been more than $7-10. Seafood platter seemed pretty decent and the kofta was ok. I think they have the potential to be a good restaurant but they've perhaps priced themselves out of the market. read more

Amazing authentic Cypriot cuisine. Ordered the ravasaki for appetizer but the waiter brought us some fresh baked pita and bread with hummus while we waited... the hummus and breads were AMAZING! Had the grilled octopus with lemon potatoes and the Meat poikilia with lemon rice. The grilled octopus was so fresh and delicious and beautifully presented. They were having an event later today and were already setup but they accommodated us anyway. Service was great, our service was very attentive and went out of his way to make us feel comfortable. Will definitely be back! read more

Dionysos Restaurant - Grilled Octopus - Greek Near Me - Astoria, New York

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We chose this restaurant based on the Yelp reviews, and the Yelpers did not disappoint. The food and service was both top notch. There was a live band playing music, and people dancing. Great place. We really liked it. read more

Delicious food! We ordered different plates and we enjoyed all our meals! It was a pleasure to come here and be waited not too long and attended very well. Thank you! read more

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Had a Christmas celebration with coworkers. It's our second time here. Loved this place very cozy & intimate. Food was great and staff were super friendly and funny. read more

Excellent food, excellent service. Spicy feta, lemon potatoes, branzino...everything was very tasty. Good to find another solid Greek restaurant! read more

Was here yesterday for New Year's Eve they had great food surf and turf great shrimp and freshly made spread the food was mouth watering it is always a great time her with the live Greek music definitely recommend to try read more

Food was ok nothing great Had to wait about 15 minutes to get seated Only a few servers so that was kind of annoying Sat by doors so there was a cold breeze coming in. Food was overrated Calamari was frozen not good at all. There dessert was ok probably best part of our dining experience read more

Amazing place, great food,bar, service, very friendly! Very traditional Greek food! Nice prices affordable! Friendly owner read more

Dionysos Restaurant - Greek Near Me - Astoria, New York

Went there yesterday for my mom's birthday.. we got there probably too early because the place was almost empty, the lighting was way too bright and we had to wait around 15 minutes till anyone would come and take our order. From the appetizers we liked the eggplant dip and hummus.. but the fried calamari had no flavor at all. The chicken in the kebab that my son order was so dry that really could not be eaten, my bronzino fish which I ordered as a fillet was really without any seasoning... My mom liked her meat platter that she shared with my dad..but was nothing really that would make you come back to this place. The things that I liked was great funny waiter, and of course live music which actually made our evening fun experience;) but for greek food I really think that there are much better restaurants in Astoria.. read more

Amazing food, excellent attention, nice place. It's definitely one of my favorite Greek places in New York! Viviana and Emmanuel are the most charming and caring people you can't miss when coming here. read more

We were really unimpressed with the service and the quality of the food. We ordered moussaka and a pasta dish with meat sauce, both of which were flavorless and bland. I usually don't like writing negative reviews, but I was surprised this was our experience based on others' comments and ratings. read more

OMG!!!amazing food amazing....and the hospitality is even better!!! Love LOVE this place reccomend it 10 fold