Delicious food, beautiful setting, attentive and friendly waitress (Anastasia). Authentic flavors…read moreand warm atmosphere -- highly recommended!

Ela Mesa delivered one of the more memorable meals I've had recently, anchored by what might be the…read morebest spanakopita I've tasted outside of Greece itself. The layers were perfectly flaky, the filling rich and well-seasoned -- it genuinely transported me. High bar cleared. I also ordered the kotopoulo kebab, and while the chicken itself was solid and the rice unremarkable, the green beans that came alongside were a quiet revelation -- tender, deeply flavored, the kind of side dish that steals the show. Don't skip them. The menu has enough variety that I left already plotting my return visit to work through more of it. If the rest of the dishes hit anywhere near the spanakopita's level, Ela Mesa is going to become a regular stop.

I was in the vicinity and decided to visit this spot right before the lunch rush and grabbed…read moresomething to go. I ordered the Big Greek Bowl described as being layered with rice, red cabbage, carrots, fresh green lettuce, red onions, tomatoes, lemon olive oil vinaigrette, house made tzatziki, red pepper hummus with a few warm pitas on the side. You can add one of these proteins to the bowl: Chicken, Falafel, Gyro, Pork, Salmon or Shrimp. I opted to get Gyro. The vinaigrette was in a small container, and it was a perfect amount to spread across the bowl. The meal was plenty in the bowl as I felt full once I was finished. I would certainly get that again, maybe try another one of the proteins. I also ordered French Fries - it was a nice sized portion, had a little crunch, and was hot - like they just made it. I enjoyed this as well - didn't make it too far from the location as I was snacking away (it didn't need any ketchup). I liked that was greeted once I entered this spot. Friendly service.

On the way to run some errands and stopped here to grab a gyro salad. It's so good and filling. Now…read morethat Full-On has moved, the parking still isn't good, but manageable. Staff is always nice and order came out quickly.

Had a wonderful dinner with my wife last night at Melina. Everything was absolutely top-touch from…read morethe excellent server who was so warm and took his time to explain the menu to us to the delicious mezze. We ordered a cocktail each and then had the daily bread/olives offering along the Melina salad, lamb kebab, and mousaka. Each dish was so flavorful and beautifully prepared. Highly, highly recommend this location. We're definitely planning to return.

Great upscale Greek restaurant in the Bethesda area. Food was very light and olive heavy. Bread…read morewas excellent. Drinks were stiff and hearty. Would skip the Sauce Blanc wine offered, didn't go with the meal. Make sure to get the cheesecake at the end of the meal. It was quite large but unlike a steakhouse cheesecake it was light and airy. Good dessert to split between 3 or 4 people! Service was prompt and consistent soon as we entered. Restaurant was moderately busy for a Monday evening. Lots of couples on dates and some business groups. Will be back for a nice dinner if in the area!

Amazing! Amazing! Amazing! Everything was made fresh so it…read morewas about 15-minute wait but that's ok, I took the opportunity to look around the market. I picked up a few things. We got a medium Falafel sandwich and a Shawarma sandwich. Wow. Delicious. I actually may have liked the Falafel just slightly better but both were excellent. I also got an extra garlic sauce on the side... just love. Until next time.

I feel like I found a favorite near us. It's not one of those places where I would travel to, but…read moreif you're relatively close to Urbana, it's worth a stop. It's a small mart that specializes in middle eastern Mediterranean cuisine and ingredients. They place does not have seating inside, but plenty of seating outside. So plan on either take out or picnicking. They make the food right as you order so things are fresh. The part I really liked about this place was that the sauces were not overly salted - to increase shelf life - and the amount of oil/butter was not overly used to try to mask the ingredients. It's more on the "let the ingredients speak for itself" which I really dig. In the end, you don't feel heavy after the meal and you feel like you had a hearty and healthy meal. My favorite was the lamb shawarma. He toasts the outside pita and it gives it a nice crunch. The lamb is fresher than other places and he doesn't over season it to hide the lamb smell. Other places - if you notice - tends to use cumin a lot of mask the lamb smell. Not here though. The falafel sandwich was okay. It was colder than the lamb shawarma. But the falafels were made right there in front of you. I got the sujuk sandwich too (which is a type of sausage). It was a breakfast burrito basically. Our order took 20 mins to make and he makes it right when you order. So be prepared to stay there and peruse around. Some ingredients there were interesting. The one thing that caught my eye was a bottle of pomegranate molasses. He sells it close to 50% what Harris Teeter would charge and he has various brands of pomegranate molasses. I use pomegranate molasses to make grenadine for cocktails. Also has orange blossom and rose water (also both used for cocktails) I like this place and the guy is nice and sweet.

Excellent customer service. Muhammad was sweet recommended great food. Portions is a great size…read more Everything was surprisingly delicious. Greek Salad Keftedes (Meatballs) Spanakopita (Spinach Pie) is what I ordered. But the flat bread was the star of the show.

Vasili's Kitchen has some of the best tzatziki I have ever tried! Creamy, filled with flavors of…read morecucumber and other spices, delicious. Nothing on their menu disappoints from gyros to full dinner meals with lamb, and other magnificent choices you will not be at a loss on what to order. The service was amazing, prompt, polite and friendly. We sat for over 2 hours talking and eating and were never pressured to wrap it up...lol Inside is filled with light, several windows allow you to watch people walking. Outside has quaint tables, candles at night which really build on the ambiance.

Brunch is the bomb!! So much yummy food and so many choices. Came here with our hot pilates…read morecrew for a birthday celebration and for a good time was had by everyone. Our server was also so very attentive. She knew every single item on the menu and made some really on point recommendations. For me, the standpoint was the 25 cent mimosas and the lamb eggs Benedict. The waffles with walnuts were also delish. I had so much food that I was able to bring every single dish that I had home to enjoy the next day.

My wife and I had such a wonderful experience at Cava Mezze for Valentine's Day. Everyone was so…read morefriendly, and I enjoyed the wood-like feel/vibe, making it cozy on a cold and windy day. We had a reservation, just in case for any craziness, but it seems like anytime right before 12 looked like a good time to go. The whole staff was friendly and very quick to assist with anything that we needed. We ordered the Brunch Mania each and I got the Nutella Banana Fritters, Smoked Salmon Toast, and Spicy Lamb Benedict. Each dish was full portioned, which was great, so that you got your money's worth (other Cava Mezze's I've been to before had tapas style, but it has been a long time since that time). Each dish was delicious, and luckily I was able to try some other dishes that my wife ordered, which were wonderful. Don't sleep on those hush puppies, I wish I could've gotten more. We also ordered mimosas, which were 25 cents each (if you get the brunch mania), all of which were strong and worth it.

After many satisfying visits to The Big Greek Café in Rockville, I was thrilled to discover a new…read morelocation in Frederick. The excitement was well worth it--this spot delivers the same quality and flavor I've come to love. I ordered the Papou Gyro Salad, and it did not disappoint. The portion was generous, the vegetables were crisp and fresh, and the flavors were vibrant. I especially appreciated the option to have toppings like olives and feta cheese placed on the side--perfect for customizing to taste. I also tried the Gyro Meal, which came with two hearty sides: a flavorful rice and a fresh, well-balanced salad. The gyro itself was packed with savory meat and wrapped in soft pita, making for a satisfying and delicious meal. The Frederick location maintains the same high standards as Rockville, and I'll definitely be returning. Great food, thoughtful service, and a welcome addition to the area!

this place is always clean and the food's always amazing. Everything comes out hot and as you…read moreordered it, the staff is always willing and ready to give suggestions. It's a very welcoming restaurant and the baklava is so good. Sometimes I ask myself why didn't I order more? Can't wait to go back and get me another Greek salad or even one of the bowls they are just so flavorful. The tzatziki sauce is on point.

Food is always delicious. Love the lamb kebob platter and the spinach pie. The baklava is the best.read more

GREAT Greek food in a cute environment. The man running the place is quite nice and to the point as…read morewell. This place feels like a local staple, with authentic food and generous portions.

One of my favorite Greek Restaurants in the area. The other day I was feeling under the weather…read more I needed something small and nourishing that will hold me over til I get home. I ordered one of my favorite soups; avgolemono. A Greek staple made of lemon egg broth with chicken and rice. It's like warm hug to lift up your spirits. I also got pita and tzatziki and its perfect. Too good to share. I've been here a few times before and great memories with the hubs to celebrate anniversaries and birthdays. He loves the spanakopitas and the lamb shank. I love the stuffed grape leaves and lamb chops. Service was good but at times it can be hit or miss. Service tends to be better during the week.

"In Greece, every meal is a story of friendship, family, and flavors." We have been coming to…read moreMykonos Grill for many years. It is comfort food for your soul. The ambiance is lovely with Greece's national colors of blue and white represented throughout the restaurant. I love the crisp white table cloths and delicious food. I have to admit that service was really challenging last night. It took about 15 minutes to get someone to take our order. Then, when the waitress took our order, she asked how we wanted the food sent to our table. We ordered an appetizer, soup, and salads. We of course asked for the appetizer first and then the soup. Lastly, the salads...But, unfortunately everything arrived at the same time. So, we were trying to eat it all at once. Aside, from the service the meal was delicious. They are the only restaurant I know that serves my favorite Greek dip- Tarama. A mix of fish roe, boiled potato, fresh lemon and parsley! It was light, whipped, and flavorful. Then, we had avgolemono soup. It is a lemon chicken rice soup. It was rich and comforting. Then, we both ordered salads. They were fresh with crisp vegetables, feta cheese, and Greek olives. It was so good. I took one star off for the service issues, but I still love Mykonos Grill and we will be back soon.

This lovely house turned restaurant has been on my go-to list for a long time and it did not…read moredisappoint. We started with the calamari and hummus dip. The calamari was perfectly breaded and crispy. The hummus had a great blend of garlic, parsley, a bit of cayenne and red chili flakes with lemon and paprika. All these ingredients make a plain hummus extra tasty. Our two main entrees consisted of the broiled Atlantic salmon with asparagus and Greek potatoes and the Yero plate containing rotisserie beef and lamb slices serviced over pita, with tzatziki, and salad. The salmon was impressively at the perfect temperature. I thoroughly enjoyed my entire meal. The Yero plate had the best slices of beef and lamb. They were soft and absolutely well prepared. Our dinner was accompanied with two musicians who played lovely traditional Greek songs. The music was not too loud and we were able to have a nice conversation at our table. Service was a tad slow towards the end of our meal. We were seated in the basement and there was a time when not a single server was on the floor. Water service was lacking and odd -- we waited quite some time for a refill and when someone did come, only one of us got the refill when we both needed water! Still, I loved the food and atmosphere. Parking: Plenty in the back of the restaurant.

Overall, we were disappointed with our experience…read more Pros: The restaurant jtself is nice--the location is convenient, the open air dining was lovely, and there was ample parking. Cons: The service was not great. They have lots of staff--someone to light the candles, someone to bring the water, someone to take our order, someone to bring out the appetizer, someone to bring out drinks, someone to bring out entrees, etc. But there was very little follow up along the way. Our waters never got filled again. Our server took our drink order right away, but took a long time to come back to take our food order. Despite that, we still got our drinks well after the appetizer came out. The next time we saw the server was when we were done eating. The food should have been better for the price as well. We shared the grilled halloumi cheese appetizer. The cheese was cold by the time it got to us, and the plate came with two small olives--just two. At that point, don't bother. I had the bronzini, which had a good flavor, but was mostly skin. There was very little fish attached to two filets. My wife had the scallops. The entree came with five or six (can't remember exactly) medium-sized scallops. My wife described them as "forgettable," with very little thought to presentation (some of the scallops were laying on their side on the plate. The asparagus was overcooked. Unfortunately we both left still kind of hungry, and definitely put off.