A cozy East Village spot for classic Greek food. The grilled octopus was tender, beautifully…read morecharred, and simply dressed. Whole grilled fish was fresh and flavorful, while the lamb chops were juicy with a great crust. Loved the Greek salad and moussaka too. The waiter was very welcoming and he even tried to speak with us in mandarin, after hearing us converse in mandarin. That was impressive! The ambiance was great, perfect for a date night, family or friends gathering.

Great little restaurant 1 block off St. Marks Place. Went out with son for dinner, service…read moreexcellent, tables close but great date night place. Ambiance excellent. I had shrimp, scallops and homemade pasta, my son had small lamb chops on top of baked eggplant with side of small baked potatoes. Beer was Greek only, pale ale, stout and other beer. Appetizer was Poikilia, 1-taizieeki, 2-taramosalata, 3- Melitzanosalata. Excellent!

Our desperate quest for an authentic Greek Pita Souvlaki in the US finally came to an end a few…read moredays ago while we were vacationing in NYC. This restaurant had it all: the decor, the ambiance, the nostalgic Greek memorabilia, the authentic accents and the genuine, impeccable food. We loved it so much that we came back the following day and believe me, had we lived closer, this place would become a favorite lunch stop. The service is friendly and attentive. Highly recommend and will be back!

3.5: A small NYC spot with decent food, small portions, and fine service…read more Located on a quieter street, this cramped spot has some outdoor and indoor seating. Their menu has various main dishes and appetizers. We liked what we ordered (vegetarian moussaka [$25] and steak pita with fries [$11+] inside) but the plate felt incomplete because they came with nothing on the side - no salad or complimentary pita/hummus. Our server was ok (not overly friendly or interested) but warmth did exude from some of the other staff who bussed our plates. It's a good location for a bite before a show but given all the options in the city, the search continues for a favorite Greek spot.

A hidden gem! Went here for restaurant week. Food selection was delicious. Ambiance was pretty,…read moreairy and seating comfortable. Service was fantastic!

What a gem! We found Elea as we were walking around the uws. This is on a side street, which was…read morequieter and less noisy than on the main Columbus or Amsterdam avenues. Elea has an outdoor shed which was covered and very nice. We got a table in this shed with our baby and dog. The service was friendly. We ordered several dishes to share, the fried calamari, grilled octopus and lavraki, all on the lunch menu. I really enjoyed every single dish! I was so craving the fried calamari and this really hit the spot, I loved the dipping sauce (which was a light tomato's based sauce but it was not exactly marinara). I loved the octopus especially with hummus! And the fish which was a lot with 2 fillets of lavraki with a large portion of spinach! So yummy, we will absolutely be back and can't wait!

Outstanding Greek restaurant with a beautiful atmosphere. Right in the theater district, so super…read moreconvenient for lunch or dinner pre-show. Went with a group, so we were able to taste a few things without overfilling ourselves. I uploaded photos of the various things we tried; one was more flavorful than the next. Service was also excellent. Cannot wait to return!

Greek style cuisine Great service, excellent food and…read moreambiance. The octopus was delicious and well prepared. Low key atmosphere filled with walls of wine. And, their own Olive Oil from Greece.

It was worse than last time. I went during Thanksgiving. I ordered their prix fix and it was good…read more A lot of food, and their lavraki was excellent. I tried their lobster squid pasta- it was good, but lobster was rubbery and overcooked. I came back last night. Service was beyond slow. I was the only one still ordering food and it took 20 minutes for them to just bring out my fish. It tasted fresh. But it came with cold, leftover vegetable. Cold swiss chard that had been sautéed long knows how long. The fish texture wasn't smooth. It tasted kinda old, not a tender filet. The last time I was there, the fish was so smooth. I felt let down. I wouldn't come back. Not for wilted, cold leftover Swiss chard with a branzino you can get pretty much anywhere in the city.

Cute restaurant with great vibes! Super busy and packed with patrons. I ordered the octopus with a…read morefew modifications and the chef was accommodating to my requests. The octopus was the most tender I've had in New York! My only complaint was that it is too small for the price. My photo is of 2 portions. I'm guessing one portion is only 2 ounces of octopus. Other than that, it was great!

Excellent experience dining here. The food was amazing. The staff was very attentive and the…read morelocation of the restaurant is perfect if you're visiting Manhattan located right in Midtown. Tried the stuffed calamari, octopus and monk fish, and all refresh and extremely tasty. Can't wait to be able to try something different. Next time I visit.

Lackluster experience at this location. The waitstaff is phenomenal and great service is given but…read morethe food was very bland and I was very surprised since I've had a really good meal at their Hudson Yards location. The drinks were on the weaker side as well. I enjoyed the octopus, fish and the fries but everything else I had was mid starting with the hummus/crudites, the zucchini chips, the calamari, the filet mignon and the greek yogurt with honey. The ambiance of this location is very corporate and not sexy

Love this place! The dips are so good. Walk in only so make sure to get there early. Great for a…read moregroup

This place is usually busy. My best friend and I stopped by to see if any seats were available…read more Surprisingly, it was quite empty. We ordered the mixed grill. I'm not a big fan of lamb chops, but I would go back again just for the lamb chop. It is very flavorful, and the meat is so tender. Our waitress is amazing. We left a bag behind, and she ran out to make sure and return the bag to us

A wonderful little Greek restaurant with authentic flavors and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. We…read moreordered the mussels, moussaka, and whole grilled tsipura (sea bream), and every dish was fresh, perfectly cooked, and full of traditional Mediterranean flavor. The mussels were tender and served in a delicious, flavorful broth. The moussaka was rich, creamy, and clearly homemade. The grilled tsipura was incredibly fresh, cooked perfectly, and simply seasoned to let the quality of the fish shine. The staff was friendly and attentive without being overbearing, and the overall experience felt genuine and relaxing. If you're looking for authentic Greek cuisine made with care, this place is definitely worth visiting. We'll definitely be back!

Busy for Monday evening. Felt like I stepped into Greece…read more I started with the complimentary bread, it was good. The crust was a little hard but I liked the fresh spread, I would recommend adding some olive oil, salt and pepper for more flavor. I got the traditional Greek salad. The salad was good. I love the tomatoes they tasted fresh. Though found myself wanting to add more salt and pepper for more flavor to pop. The dressing was good for dipping the bread in too. The octopus was delicious. Very fresh. Good portion. It was seared perfectly. I love how it was cut for me too, nice and tender. Not too chewy. The dill and capers were a nice touch. Seems the staff remember familiar faces, very friendly and all Greek. Altogether it was $64 which I find very pricey. The octopus was priced at $31 which wasn't bad. But the salad being $28 seems extreme. Overall a nice experience. Bit of a wait for the food

3rd time at this location and still has it charm. Food is still amazing and the people are nice!…read moreHad Kokinnisto and Loukaniko this time which is beef stew with potatoes and Greek grilled Sausage(orange peel). Whenever I am craving Greek the Pork Souvlaki is really good!!

Talk about a hidden gem. This is the epitome. What a cute Greek restaurant, open for 16 years in…read moremidtown. Down a small flight of stairs from the street and you enter a piece of Greece. The decor and ambiance are wonderful and reminiscent of a Small seaside restaurant in Greece. Giorgos (or Yorgos) is a premier host and manager. All the servers and staff are equally friendly and gracious. The Horiatiki salad was delicious and lightly dressed with olive oil. The tzatziki app with warm pita was perfect. We each had a small pita sandwich afterwards, one with chicken, fries and spicy feta and one with lamb and tzatziki. Excellent flavor all around and perfect for a dinner that was filling without being overdone. We had Greek wine and beer and ouzo. Would definitely return !!!

The food was an 8/10 everything was seasoned good and great portions. I didn't take a photo but the…read morecalamari was the highlight of the meal. It was perfect

We went here last night, and it was pretty packed. We didn't have a reservation, but I'm so glad…read morethey were still able to find us a table. I usually eat here whenever I'm on the Upper East Side because the staff is always so nice and welcoming. The food is amazing and honestly reminds me of the meals we had in Greece. My usual order is the Brussels sprout salad with a shrimp skewer, but last night I decided to try the watermelon salad, and it was absolutely superb! I also love that they offer different daily specials, which keeps the menu exciting every time I visit. Next time, I'd love to try the Branzino special if they have it. This is definitely one of my favorite Greek restaurants in NYC, and I highly recommend it!