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    Kostas Bar Restaurant

    4.3 (134 reviews)
    ModerateBars, Greek
    Open 3:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    Mixed grill platter

    Stopped in here on a Saturday. Reviews were all good so figured we'd try it. The ambiance is "Dive bar". Not much more to say about that. Service? They didn't have a server. I don't know if that's an all the time thing or just this night. The bartender told us to order at the bar and she'd bring it over. Which she did. Now, the star of the show, the food. My son and I split the mixed grill platter. Easier if I cut'n'paste the description from their menu rather than me trying to describe it: "A mix of charcoaled pork, chicken & bifteki skewers, gyro meat, & Greek sausage. Served over fries with feta cheese & olives." Every item on the platter was cooked to perfection. The meats were all grilled with a perfect char. I particularly loved the sausage as the casing and a nice snap but moist an juicy inside. The pita I think is made in house, certainly tasted fresh. It was soft and chewy with a dusting of spices. It could have been a meal itself. Tzatziki was the thickest I've ever had with a wonderful flavor. Let's talk French Fries. Ever go to a place where the fries are limp or greasy? Or they start out hot and soon they are cold and lose texture? Well, not these. I don't know how they did but from the first to the last, the fries stayed hot, crisp, with a tender billowy interior. This platter was delicious, every bite. And we left stuffed. The food is 5 star good. I took one star off for ambiance and service. If that doesn't bother you (and it didn't bother us) this place is must try and I'll be going back

    Chicken Kabob sandwich/wrap
    Low N.

    Ordered the Chicken Shish - Kebob platter served with fries thru ubereats. The pita was freshly made and delicious. I would note the seasoning was very light compared to other kabob sandwiches I've had but was remedied by the tzatziki sauce. I would try other menu items and check out their restaurant.

    Grilled Shrimp
    Brittney K.

    Excellent food! I had passed this restaurant multiple times and finally had the chance to come in. I tried the grilled shrimp platter and the soup of the day (chicken shell soup). Both were delicious and came in generous portions. The shrimp, served over rice, was flavorful and perfectly cooked. The soup of the day was also excellent. I'm glad I had leftovers to enjoy later. I will definitely be ordering from here again!

    Gyro Platter
    Payal P.

    Went to this gem in Fishtown. WOW what an amazing gyro. I definitely highly recommend going to this bar and getting anything grilled. The marinade on the beef was pretty tasty and it was perfectly charred. We also got the calamari which was pretty decent but we both agreed we should have gotten something grilled instead. Apparently the owner of this place is in his 90s and still cooks there. He makes a really mean tzatziki sauce. All the people working the bar were so nice! The waitress showed us a back outdoor area. There was so much hidden room. The guy at the bar was apparently related to the owner and he was very vivacious. I learned that "time and being clean" is of the utmost importance. See what pearls of wisdom you will gain!

    $5 city wide
    Phylicia H.

    My friend and I stopped by today for happy hour and cannot wait to come back! It was surprisingly very empty even though the happy hour food and drink deal is incredible! Multiple $5 city wide specials, a lot of good food deals, huge dive bar inside and 2 tables outside. Plus the friendliest most attentive server. Best thing we had were the Greek nachos, which were so unique and delicious. Had all the Greek salad toppings paired with fried pita chips. Came with tzatiki sauce and tasted even better when hot sauce was added. I'm sure paying extra for meat would've elevated it. $6 during happy hour! Second best thing we had were the Dolmades. I loved the fresh pita that came with Skordalia. The puréed mashed potatoes were delicious, but honestly the pita bread that paired with the dish was the star. So warm and fluffy that I wish it came with more! That dish was also only $4 during happy hour. Last thing we tried were the $3 chicken skewers. Nothing mind blowing, but juicy meat that was grilled to perfection and not dry whatsoever. I cannot wait to come back!

    Gyro Sandwich
    Judy C.

    Oops, didn't realize this is definitely more of a bar setting with a restaurant--I made plans to grab dinner with a friend here to catch up but it was really loud so kind of hard to hear each other. Still glad we came, because the food was really good! We couldn't eat outside even though there were tables set up, but we sat further away from the bar after ordering our food at the bar and paying our tab in advance. The baba ganoush was so light and refreshing with the pita, a good starter for the meal. I really enjoyed the beef/lamb mix for the gyro and wish the photo did more justice, because there were generous portions of the meat inside. I liked the seasoned fries as well! Honestly surprised by how good this food was for a bar.

    Mixed Grill Platter for Two, Gyro Sandwich
    Katherine H.

    Relatively authentic greek food that's quite delicious. We got the mozzarella sticks to start and I tried the Mixed Platter, which comes with salad, pita and taziki sauce, fries which we swapped them for Greek fries, and oh so much meat. The place was quite empty (only a few people at the bar) when we ate but service was good and we enjoyed the food. Would come back for the food again

    Spanakopita
    Deirdre C.

    Decided to have lunch here today. I didn't even know it was here! They only have outdoor seating right now in a move courtyard in the back. You must walk through the restaurant to get to it. Started with the stuffed grape leaves and the feta and olives. I had the spanakopita (spinach pie) and my friend enjoyed the veggie pita sandwich. Everything was fresh and really good!

    Chicken skewer
    Andrea M.

    When I discovered this little slice of heaven right off girard I found myself there 3 times in one week. The backyard is legit perfect. Plenty of seating, string lights, plants, and a lot of space! It's a great casual vibe for a first date or to link up with friends. Food and drinks are priced well and made well. My fav cocktail is def the mule except I sub it with Jager, a Berlin mule. Yes you should try it :) For food i chose the 3 spreads as well as the chicken skewers. Everything is super fresh and the chicken was cooked perfectly. Fries are always good too and they have cheese on them

    Gyro Pita
    Gloria L.

    Great Greek food that's well-portioned and super affordable. When you initially walk in, you probably think it's more of a dive bar and not really a place for food. But I promise, the food is really good! We found a table instead of hanging out at the bar and ordered gyros. My food was so good! The gyro was cooked well, easy to eat and had French fries in it, which was also really good! They have a great drink menu, with $4 city wides. I'd definitely be back for drinks or late night food.

    Komal K.

    Ok, so this is a long due review for Kostas. I'm surprised how I never went to this place despite staying so close to it and the cuisine being one of my favorite ones. We went there for happy hour on a weekday and I must say, they have some good happy hour deals. When you enter, it's your typical bar with a dimly lit restaurant but they have an awesome backyard that is blissful during summers. They have $2-3 beers during happy hour. You get an extra tequila or bourbon shot for $2 extra. Now for the food. We ordered the spanakopita, grape leaves, babaganoush. Their pita is amazingly delicious. Service is great. We had our server there when we needed her but it was not to the point of hovering around. The restaurant owner himself mingles with the guests making sure everyone is well fed and ok. It's one of those places that has retained a personal touch and vibe.

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    Excellent food and drinks, great atmosphere and music. Enjoy the food the most freshly made pita, very good experience.

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    the place to go if you are looking for a dive bar with good music, dive bar vibes, and nice bartenders

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    Love this place! Great dive bar with even better food, highly recommend if you're in Fishtown

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    Ordered delivery! Food arrived cold and soggy inedible! Sauces were bloated from the heat that previously was there and became rancid!

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