Very homey feel and cozy retaurant feel which is normal for Greek restaurants…read more The octopus had to be one of the most tender I've ever tried. Simply seasoned and with a little bit of lemon OMG . I can have 3 plates of just the octopus . They had a corn special with feta cheese i think and it was also equally good. Salty and sweet perfectbalance of flavors My date order the mousaka (sorry if I spelled that wrong ) it was very flavorful with the lamb and the eggplant omg My dish was the lamb chops I don't think you should go beyond medium rare and maybe if you must medium nothing further or you won't enjoy the chops. Cooked on the open flame like that really does increase the flavor. For desert the homemade vanilla ice cream and baklava with honey just a perfect ending to a wonderful meal One of the best restaurants In Palo Alto and they know it

Everything was so flavorful it's hard to know where to start with this review. The zucchini chips…read morewere crispy and not too greasy. It's easy to get full just on those, so I paced myself! The spanakopita was delicate and the layers were perfection. The crisp was unbelievable. The flatbread pretty much deserves its own review, that's how delicious it was. It was hands down my favorite! The lamb chops were that melt-in-your-mouth delicacy that makes you happy to have taste buds! Unfortunately, I do not recommend the meatballs. They were really bland, lacking any seasoning (including salt). The disappointment was real, but it's hard to remain disappointed when everything else was beyond tasty. Oh - this is a me thing - I don't think I'll ever order a Greek coffee again. I found out that I like my coffee 100% liquid, no shadow of coffee grounds to be found... So, in essence, not Greek coffee. Now as to the dessert, I almost did a happy dance! I had the yogurt sorbet, which was delicate, flavorful, and a memorable delight. Service was phenomenal. I left too full, happy as a clam, and excited to write them a well-deserved 5-star review

**vegetarian review**…read more I got the vegetarian wrap with zucchini fritters. It was delicious. Super fresh and quickly prepared. Well packed and very flavoursome.

I got the trio plate and everything was really good! The meat was cooked nicely: juicy and tender,…read morenot overdone! The staff were super friendly and welcoming, and the vibe was so cute. It felt like I was in Santorini for a minute. They were also so sweet with my little one. I appreciated that. My mama enjoyed her dish too, so it was a win all around. Such a nice spot and area.

We just went to Taverna in Palo Alto for a large party of over 50 people and had an amazing time…read more The food and service was amazing. The staff is so welcoming and really makes you fill like we were having a party at someone's house. I would highly recommend this restaurant.

We sat outside and felt like we were in Greece. flowers everywhere. the restaurant has window…read moreshutters painted Greek blue against a white building. Very warm and cordial welcome greetings. Our server Leon was great recommending good food choices, friendly, and on top of everything. Food was delicious. Don't miss the gigantic beans. So good. nice wine choices by the glass. Great spot. Will return.

It was our first visit and we were quite pleased with the dining experience. We were welcomed…read morewarmly at the entrance and seated immediately. We were immediately struck by the open, airy atmosphere. Since we've traveled to Greece and Turkey, we are familiar with authentic Mediterranean food....and what we had at Hummus was as good as any we've ever had. Our server, Aidana was friendly, efficient and answered our questions about the menu and portion sizes. Everything that we ordered was fresh, delicious and beautifully presented and we washed it all down with refreshing glasses of cucumber lemonade. Our meals came very quickly and we could not wait to dig in. Aidana was attentive and even described the weekend breakfast/brunch options.....which we plan to go back and try in the very near future.

Pleasant, airy atmosphere perfectly blending indoor and outdoor seating. Employees are kind,…read moreconsiderate and very attentive. Ordered lamb shish kebab entree and classic hummus to share with my companion. Lamb was tender and very delicious. Served with rice, salad and peppers. Hummus came with bread. Definitely a great place to return to for a date night, family night or dinner with friends. Thank you for an enjoyable meal.

I love love love Oren's.. however, this new spinach appetizer.. if I served this to my mom she…read morewould smack me not everything can be a hit but wow lol..

Service is excellent and the decor is bright and airy. Easy place to appreciate with excellent…read morehummus and eggplant, and big fluffy pita. We were a bit underwhelmed by the entrees themselves. Lamb skewers in particular were rather ordinary, the beef and lamb skewers seemed to be a bit better. Friends with shakshuka similarly did not rave about it, and the overall impression we left with was a nice enough lunch spot, but only if we were already in the area.

Food: the deep marinated meats and rice, they're amazing! 10/10…read moreService: welcoming waiter, and host. 10/10 Ambiance: Good music, easy environment to digest food. 10/10

I am a frequent diner at Anatolian Kitchen. The service is always impeccable and the establishment…read moregoes out of its way to make me feel welcome. The food is fantastic and the restaurant serves some of the best flat bread in the Bay Area. I especially recommend the Adana and the Doner Kebabs.

Lamb shank was super tough and dry, totally overcooked. Falafel balls were also extremely dry…read moreinside. Neither of these tasted fresh (prepared and cooked maybe 1-2 days prior? Wouldn't be surprised if lamb was precooked 2-3 days prior.) Dips were good and fresh though. Maybe I should have gotten bbq'd items but I'd expect everything to taste good. Very "club" atmosphere with top 20 type songs playing. BYOB was nicest part!

I've been meaning to check out Mazra's (not so) new Redwood City location for the longest time. I'm…read moreglad I finally got a chance recently. There's a paid parking lot right behind the restaurant (rate is $1/hour). It's not a huge lot, and it was mostly full when we came on a weekday afternoon, so I can imagine it might be hard to find a spot during the weekend. I came for a late lunch with a friend around 1:40 pm on a Wednesday, and surprisingly it was still somewhat crowded. They have both indoor seating as well as patio seating, but it was a hot-ish day out so we opted for indoor. Both indoor and outdoor areas are decorated beautifully, with lots of greenery outside and high ceilings and more greenery inside. We shared two items: Whole cauliflower ($14) Chicken shawarma plate ($22) I've heard their cauliflower is really good and knew I had to try it out. The actual roasted cauliflower is pretty good, but what makes this dish really shine is the lemon tahini dressing. It was like crack! The chicken shawarma plate was delicious too. We got it with a side of seasoned fries and roasted beet dip, and everything was so good. The chicken itself is very flavorful, and once you add the garlic toum sauce, it's *chefs kiss*. Portions were pretty big, and we didn't end up finishing either dish. I packed the remaining chicken with the leftover tahini dressing from the cauliflower, and it made for some pretty yummy leftovers later that night!!

A couple of friends and I were getting together to catch up and hang out before heading out to see…read moreanother friend play in his band for First Fridays a couple of blocks over. None of us had ever eaten here before. We made reservations and got there at 5 pm, such beautiful decor. It almost felt like we were being transported and not in Los Altos anymore. They have indoor and outdoor seating options. Our table was the first one from the entrance, which was great because we had the chance to partake in some "people watching" and seeing some adorable doggies on their walk from the window. As we were eating, more and more people started showing up. Our service did not decline and we were treated wonderfully. We all shared a couple of appetizers: Saganaki, Barbayani Thalasa Tiganites, Octopodi, Horiatiki Salad and Greek Fries. Drinks ordered were a mocktail and Bee's Knee. For dessert, we got the Lemoni Crème Brûlée. Everything was delicious, but the Lemoni Crème Brûlée, OMG!!! The best! It was tangy and sweet, the perfect combo. We each had a lemon half...if only these yellow lemons were the size of a grapefruit! Ahahaha. I was trying to savor every last bit of the filling. Plus, the plating looked superb. Parking is street parking, so it can get hectic. There are also parking lots in the surrounding areas. I did see a 3% living wage surcharge added to the bill. Don't know if this disclaimer was noted on the menu or anywhere else. Didn't look for it, didn't see it. I am just stating for those that want to know ahead of time. Enjoyable night, I would come back here again.

Beautifully set up outdoor patio area with blue highlights symbolizing the country of Greece…read more Service was fast and professional. I only had the Forest Mushroom Risotto. Excellent choice with deep mushroom flavor and rice grains prepared with just the right softness and structure. Every element of the dish carries subtle hints of mushroom flavor. I also shared the chicken kabab pictured and it was great, nicely charred and good sized portions.

We've been coming to Arya Steakhouse for years, and while the food is always wonderful, the staff…read moreand service are honestly what keep us coming back. The level of hospitality here is something special. Everyone is consistently warm, attentive, professional, and genuinely makes you feel welcomed from the moment you walk in. Last night was another perfect example. The service was exceptional from beginning to end, and we were able to relax, laugh, and truly enjoy our dinner without ever feeling rushed. It's rare to find a restaurant where the staff can be so attentive while still allowing you to enjoy your evening and your company. After years of dining here, I can confidently say the consistency of the service is what really sets Arya apart. Great food can bring you in once, but great people and genuine hospitality are what make you want to return again and again. Thank you to the entire Arya team for always making our visits feel special. Highly recommend!

Whenever I'm in the mood for a halal steak , Arya Steakhouse is one of my favorite places to go…read more The food is always really good and the customer service is excellent. I also like that they offer both halal and regular meat, so it's a great place to go with family or friends. My favorite is the dry-aged ribeye. It's always cooked well and has a lot of flavor. The atmosphere is also really nice and inviting. Definitely one of my go-to spots when I'm craving a good steak!

The food here is very good. The tzatziki was excellent, and the pita that came with it was decent…read more We also had a Greek salad, ajvar (red pepper spread, which I didn't particularly like), dolmas, which were very good, and the beef souvlaki, which was exceptional. Service was perfectly fine. My main criticism is the lunch menu, or really the lack of one. It feels like they serve essentially the same menu all day, without many of the options you'd expect at lunch: adding grilled meat to a salad, for example, or getting a gyro or souvlaki sandwich. I found that surprisingly limiting, particularly given how good the food is, and it may help explain why the restaurant wasn't busier at lunch. Because of the way the menu is structured, we ended up mostly sharing starters and then splitting one main course, which worked fine but seems like an odd way to have to build a lunch. One nice feature is the outdoor seating. The tables are shaded, and the patio faces an alley rather than the street, which makes it noticeably quieter and more relaxing. Overall, very good food, highlighted by the excellent beef souvlaki and tzatziki. I'd happily return, but I wish they offered a more conventional lunch menu.

Not a restaurant for vegans. There's a running theme throughout my reviews: if I have to hunt and…read morepeck for dishes I can eat, I won't give more than three stars. Mykonos has only one dish marked as vegan, and it's not even a real dish. It's a cold bell pepper spread with tiny walnut pieces (acuka). The only other options are salad and cauliflower, minus the sauce/cheese/etc. I ordered the cauliflower, and well...it's literally just roasted cauliflower. My non-vegan friends liked their food, so this restaurant is probably good if you eat everything. I'd recommend sitting outside if possible. It's a little chilly, even with the heat lamps, but much better than the inside, which is super loud and crowded. We had two servers (probably entered at the end of the first server's shift). They were both attentive and welcoming. The service merits an extra star, but this was really a two-star dining experience for me. Not a fan of restaurants where my only options are plain veggie dishes and salads. The next time my friends suggest this place, I'm gonna have to say no.