Twilight zone ah restaurant…read more The summer evening's gentle humidity greeted me as I woke up from a strange dream. I recall a long room. Tables set. A menu hanging by a thread, the crease counting on one hand how many openings it has left. What is that desolate counter doing there? And those Wayfair basket shelves? Sure, I'll get the Greek Platter. A tasty entree no doubt but an unholy matrimony: the saddest pita bread you'll meet. At no fault to Kinzi, cyclospora weighed heavy on me this meal. Just thought you should know. Soon I'm in the hallway. Washing your hands is righteous, right? Where am I? Laboratory light seems to come from nowhere. Dove white dry paint on the floor and the door. And the handle. Get me out of here. As I descend the steps of purgatory, a siren calls: "Hi! You are currently being recorded!" Motion detectors. But where? And what are we protecting? The patrons from themselves? I'm back, but not for long. This entire time I endured the music. The flat screen does no justice to these poor bare bellied women, forced to dance for eternity, only punctuated by YouTube ads. Then, suddenly, there's an incessant beeping. For a few minutes it won't go away. Then, "Hi! You are currently being recorded!" followed by the cutely sinister chimes. Oh, it's the ice box. He rips something out of the bottom and the beeps dissipate. The kind man approaches. "Hi! You are currently being recorded!" What? Oh! The plates, yes, and the check, yes. "Save Ferris," his shirt reads. Is that who we're guarding? As he walks back, "Hi! You are currently being recorded!" *jingle lingle ling* Time to go. The motion detector once again clocks me as I exit. Everyone should dare to dream. For now, I must wake up.

We ordered the tabouli salad, baba ghanoush, and lentil soup. None of the dishes really stood out,…read morebut the portions are generous for the price compared to many Mediterranean restaurants. The restaurant appeared to be severely understaffed, our server was also cooking, and it seemed like only one person was running the entire place. Because of that, service and cleanliness suffered a bit, and the tables and menus felt slightly sticky. I'd probably recommend takeout over dining in, but I also got the sense that this was more of a staffing issue than a lack of effort.

I was excited to try a traditional moussaka, but I was disappointed. It seemed more like a…read moreShepard's pie. There were more potatoes than eggplant and no color such as red bell pepper but the biggest problem with the dish was the flavor. It was too sweet! It also was sitting in a pool of grease; meat wasn't lean enough or the cheese? $35. We also split a feta appetizer.

After recently moving to Kansas City from California, I had the opportunity to dine at Paros last…read morenight. I'd only heard glowing reviews and was really looking forward to it. Walking into the bright, tastefully appointed restaurant, I was pleased to see it wasn't the over-the-top, kitschy blue and white I'd feared. The maître d' was pleasant and accommodating when three of us arrived 30 minutes early for our party-of-seven reservation, and we were happily seated at the bar for a pre-dinner drink. As I passed into the dining room, I noticed the window into the kitchen, which added to the ambiance. The waitstaff were smartly attired, professional, and polished. Our servers were knowledgeable, efficient, and truly outstanding--it's been years since I've experienced such solid table service. For starters, we shared several plates. Unfortunately, our tasting board (an assortment of vegetables, pita, hummus, and tzatziki) tasted as if someone had taken a salt grinder to the whole thing. On the upside, the fried chickpeas were a fun addition, and the stuffed grape leaves were delightful. Three of us ordered the scallops and risotto for our entrées, and that's where things unraveled. The scallops were cooked to perfection, but the risotto was overwhelmingly salty. My sister took one bite and sadly said, "It's too salty." I tried mine and had to agree. Our father--ever the Midwesterner--finished his dish despite the saltiness rather than complain. I quietly informed our waiter that all three risottos were over-salted. I share this because I truly wanted to give Paros five stars: the service and atmosphere were incredibly enjoyable, and the wine list (with plenty of Greek options) was terrific. Sadly, someone must have been heavy-handed with the salt last night. I'd love to return and see if it was just an off evening--3.5 stars from me.

Family meal in a very bustling restaurant. We waited in line to order…read more Hummus with all the pita bread and chips. Meddy Main Plate - lamb, garlicky potatoes along with standard entree items. Lemonade. We chose the back booth by the restroom but definitely wasn't skipped over when it comes to complimentary pita bread. Created oil and seasonings mix and the dipping was on! All of the waitstaff were friendly, attentive and helpful. The hummus here is prime. So delicious, nothing like it! My lamb was tender with all the Mediterranean flavor just as if you were in Greece. I love the toasted veggies, potatoes and creamy garlic sauce is cool and flavorful. The plate can be shared but I just had leftovers for home. My mom got the salmon. She said it was seasoned well, tender, well done but juicy.

My family and I have trouble finding reasonably healthy restaurants within budget and this place…read moredelivers every time. We have been here a handful of times now and it is now become our favorite place to visit. Brenda at this location was SUPER kind and knowledgeable on everything. Soo much patience especially for families. We will gladly return. Highly recommend their kids chicken bowls or a salad of any sort. Their sauces and pita is fabulous! The bathrooms are super clean and the lighting is great, not super bright just right and cozy. Will definitely be returning.

I appreciated the authenticity of food…read more Chicken shawarma bowl was good, but very basic and small. And $14.99 for a small bowl of mostly rice. Mediterranean market on 23rd is much better and less expensive.

A gem of a place. You're going to want to do your shopping here - the knowledge and curation is…read moreworth a lot. Ask questions! The sizma olive oil is the best, along with the cured olives. The french feta, all the dips, the sandwiches, and the homemade desserts. The sardines and mackerel in the tins are excellent. Your health and flavor will improve here.

This is my favorite place in all of Overland Park! their chicken shawarma plate is to die for. The…read morestaff are very friendly. Would definitely recommend checking it out!

Amazing food and the plating is a work of art. Great hummus and the chicken kabobs were excellent…read more Great service and food is exceptional.

First time here. My husband and I have driven past this place for years and always said "we should…read moretry that place". We'll we finally did. First getting to it is a little tricky if you're not paying attention. Coming from the west down 83rd you have to turn early and go through the housing because of a median that keeps you from turning in. Best bet is if you can come in heading south down Metcalf. The food was awesome. So fresh. I had the Gyro Plate and he had the Gyro sandwich. We also got a couple of baklava and Almond Cookies. I loved the portion size and felt it was a great amount of food for me. I would like to go back and try some other things on the menu. The place was very clean and nice inside with music playing. You go up to a counter to order your food, then they call your number for pick up. Everyone was friendly and polite. When there was no customers at the counter you could hear staff talking and laughing with each other, which to me shows they enjoy their job and seemed like they enjoyed their co-wotkers. Tipping was optional with tip jar.

Love the food. Fast and great service. The restaurant is clean in the dinning area and the price…read moreand portions are fair and generous. Having said that. My only critique is of the restaurant's rice. The cook is not consistent. Some times under some times a mix. They run low the add more so you get cooked and crunchy together.

The food was phenomenal. Best gyros in Lee's Summit, hands down. Their fries and sides are also…read moresuper yummy. Decent prices as well. Definitely plan on returning.

The food here is very good. The falafel is crispy on the…read moreoutside and fluffy on the inside. Very generous pieces. Not your typical round shape but more of a tube/long shape which really works great for dipping them in tzatziki. We also had grape leaves which come warm. Yummy! We had a chicken shawarma and gyro entree. Both came with rice, salad, pita, and hummus. All very good. My one criticism is I prefer my protein sliced more thinly instead of a thick cut. It's a texture issue for me. The thicker, the chewier. The chicken also had a bit of chewy skin. It could have had more flavor. Still good but this is what made my review 4 instead of 5 stars. I thought the gyro had a little more flavor than the chicken. You order at the counter and then they walk your food out to you when it's gone. Our two appetizers came out very quickly. Our entrees just a few minutes later. Service was smooth and very good. The guys working there were all friendly. Great service! The restaurant is very clean, plenty of seating, and lots of appropriate artwork. It was cold in there but it was really hot outside that day so they had the air turned up. It did make my dining in experience a bit tough since I couldn't escape sitting under an air vent but I don't really want yo criticize them much for running the air in a hot day. That's better than the alternative. On the way out I got a small variety pack of baklava and a rice pudding. Both really good! I'm still eating the baklava. I really like being able to get the variety! It's hard to choose. We would definitely go back again. On the way out, we saw 2 gentleman with gyro salads. Wow, it's a huge bowl with gyro piled high! Looked fantastic and I want to try the gyro salad now!

Grace and The Mad Greek: A masterclass in Philoxenia... "the ancient Greek art of making a stranger…read morefeel like a God at the table". In a world of mediocre service and soggy pita, Grace at The Mad Greek stands as a titan among mortals. I didn't just eat dinner; I underwent a culinary baptism. The legend began the second I crossed the threshold. The hostess didn't just greet our group; she provided a welcome so warm I personally felt like a long-lost Spartan war hero returning to my village. Her smile was the lighthouse guiding us through the fog of hunger, setting a tone that whispered, "You are home now," and also, "you are about to eat a lot of feta." It was the kind of personalized touch that transforms a simple "table for three" into a banquet for the gods. (My apologies for not asking your name... but that's a lack of management's oversight, as there should be a sculpture-bust of your likeness, decorated with string lights, highlighting your name on a plaque so it's emblazoned on ever guests' mind, your name on the very tips of their lips...) Then, there is Grace. If hospitality were an Olympic sport, Grace would be draped in gold, standing atop the podium while the national anthem of Flavortown plays on a loop. She didn't just "take my order", she curated my destiny. Her timing was so precise, I'm convinced she can see five seconds into the future. My water glass never dropped below the halfway mark, it was as if she were performing some sort of Greek hydro-kinesis. Grace is the GOAT. Period. Then came the Greek Combo. Calling this a 'dinner' is like calling the Odyssey a 'quick blog post.' It was a sprawling, epic masterpiece on a plate. The gyro meat was sliced with the precision of a master sculptor, and the souvlaki was seasoned by the gods themselves. As for the spanakopita, it possessed a structural complexity that would make the architects of the Parthenon weep, with more golden, buttery layers than the shifting labyrinth of Knossos. Every bite was a journey through the Mediterranean that didn't require a passport, just a very large napkin and a moment of silence. If you haven't been served by Grace at The Mad Greek, have you even truly lived? Five stars isn't enough. There's a 'Michelin' Standard being overlooked on Mass street... in the modern "culinary constellation," stars are the ultimate symbol of excellence. By adding a "sixth star" to capture the intergalactic in Grace's service, I'm coming close to being able to describe the celestial level this culinary experience became that even the night sky struggles to contain. Grace: our dinner party will never be able to 'eat Greek' the same again. You've officially ascended to the Acropolis of hospitality as our eternal Goddess of the Sixth Star. And as they used to say in the old country: , ! (...it's all just Greek to me!)

The food and service were really great. Had a delicious falafel sandwich sitting outside and the…read moreserver did everything perfectly. Perfectly kind, attentive, never had to ask for a thing!

I came for one thing, and one thing only--the Dubai chocolate frozen yogurt…read more I asked them to please put a lid on top, because I wanted to put it to freeze and to enjoy it late night. Such friendly service. It's so good. The fro yo is the tart kind, so I was a little shocked biting into it with the chocolate. It was refreshing, and not too rich. A bit more pricey at 10$, but so good

Got the Mediterranean bowl chose lamb/beef and chicken gyro meat for my protein. Made it a meal…read morewith a drink and pitas. The gentleman who assisted me was very nice and knowledgeable. We ate outside but the dining room was clean and spacious. Overall was a great experience and the food was delicious. I would've already done a review but added bonus is if you do a review you get a free dessert.