This place is a hidden gem! The servers are polite, friendly, and come check frequently. I got the falafel platter which comes with falafel, hummus, pita, dolmas, lentil soup, and I subbed the veg for rice pilaf. Also came with a Greek salad. The salad was amazing with a piece of feta on top, served with an entire bottle of dressing for you to add as you see fit. The falafel was to die for, so crunchy and yummy, and the hummus was so fresh and delicious. I loved the soup and rice together and the tzatziki sauce was super good!!! I also have never had such great dolmas in my life, fragrant and aromatic, not too oily. Loved it and I wanna come back!!! read more

Kritikos Grill - Greek Salad Small - American Near Me - Galveston, Texas

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Service was fabulous and the food is good. Their appetizers are really good. The meal was large but not overly complicated or exciting. If you are looking for a home style Greek restaurant then this is your place. read more

Kritikos Grill - Gyro platter - American Near Me - Galveston, Texas

I was staying in the area before a cruise and wanted a reasonably priced spot for dinner. This place popped up in my Yelp search and seemed like it would do the trick. My dad ordered the Gyro Pita, and my mom and I split the Grilled Chicken Pita and the Fish Tacos. The food was decent and not amazing, but it worked for a quick, casual meal. The tacos had a nice mix of toppings, and the pitas were pretty standard. The atmosphere was a bit underwhelming. It was oddly quiet for around 7:30pm, with only a few other tables occupied. Service wise, it was a little off. Our server wasn't very attentive and didn't seem to be listening when we placed our order and he forgot one of the items and we had to repeat ourselves. Also, the server just did not seem friendly after we officially ordered for the rest of the meal. Overall, it's fine if you're looking for something fast and simple, but not a place I'd go out of my way to revisit. read more

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5 stars all day. The service was hands down the best I've had in awhile. This may not be the most popular place and always full but it's worth the stop. So many good options on the menu, only wish I could eat more. I will go back and explore th menu many more times. read more

Kritikos Grill - American Near Me - Galveston, Texas

I tried out Kritikos Grill a couple times, and I have been impressed both times. The first time I had the Greek salad with salmon. The salmon was cooked to perfection, and I absolutely loved the dressing. I asked if they sold their dressing, and they said yes. I bought a bottle of the dressing, and they explained that if you bring the bottle back, you get a discount on the next bottle. I also have had the Lamb Gyro pita. It came with French fries. The pita was loaded with meat, and I really enjoyed it. The atmosphere was casual, and the restaurant is located near the Seawall. There are options for indoor and outdoor seating. I will be back! read more

Kritikos Grill - Greek Avocado Salad Salmon - American Near Me - Galveston, Texas

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Visited for dinner and happy hour on a weekday! The prices are pretty high for the quality of the food. The happy hour specials are also not very worth it- the prices are cheaper but so are the portion sizes, so a whole meal would probably be the same price as on the regular menu. The inside is clean and has many tables, and it was pretty empty when I visited. Service was okay. They were very nice, but it was hard to get their attention for extra napkins, silverware, and sauces. read more

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I have been wanting to try this place for a while and we finally made it! The food was great and the waitstaff was very attentive. If you're looking for great Greek food, give this place a try. read more

So glad we finally got here! Everything was delicious. We split a sampler pita plate with veggies and different dips... that garlic hummus was my favourite but they were all so good. The pitas were one of the best I've ever had... grilled!! Gyro tacos, ahi tuna... all cooked perfectly with tons of fresh flavour. Our waitress was very friendly and perfectly attentive. There's a lot of room inside but it's chilly so bring an extra layer just in case. Next time I want to take advantage of their outdoor patio- cute and cozy even next to a plaza parking lot. Plus you've got a great view of the ocean. read more

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This was a to-go order and the most positive thing about it was that it contained all items ordered and included extra sauces and utensils. There are few things more frustrating than finding food you asked for (and paid for) missing in action. Of course the prudent person opens up the to-go bag while still at the restaurant to insure that all is as it should be. Sometimes I'm that person, but not always, because honestly I shouldn't have to be. As for our food, I have to say that my husband and I were disappointed. Our dine-in experiences at Kritikos have been uniformly satisfying so this was jarring. Dan's order: Greek salad and chicken pita. Sadly, the salad was not up to par. The dressing was under seasoned, the salad ingredients were clunky with some vegetables oversized and others almost non-existent, and the pepperoncini were fibrous and hard. On a positive note, the feta was fine. Yay. The chicken pita, while generously sized, lacked seasoning and sear -- its blandness possibly could have been mitigated with other ingredients but those were meager at best. The taztziki i sauce was oddly muted with little flavor and tang. My order: Greek layered dip with pita and grilled octopus appetizer. The layered dip was a complete disaster. To be fair, I probably should have known it would be - hummus on the bottom, taztziki next, then topped with cucumbers, tomatoes, peppers, and feta crumbles - all things that I love. But it translated into a wet insipid mess. The hummus, usually garlicky and delightful was mushy and bland, the taztziki similar in its lack of flavor and punch, were smothered with veggies with a high water content. Even feta couldn't save this dish. The octopus, happily, was okay, not the best I've had, but okay. Here's the thing, folks, grilled octopus should never be just okay. It was seasoned decently so there's that. It was however, a little chewy. Full disclosure, my husband has mastered octopus so it's entirely possible that I might be spoiled. That said, when paying around $18 for a couple of tentacles, I expect to be a little bit wowed. I wasn't. Final thoughts: everybody has an off day, to-go is seldom as good as what you get kitchen to table, and we will try Kritikos again - in awhile when the memory of this expensive meal has faded. read more

Carry out. The food was great! Easy to find. Ordered the gyro platter with fried okra! read more

Kritikos Grill - Dolphis sculpture in bronze. - American Near Me - Galveston, Texas

This place is fantastic! The food was amazing, service was friendly and attentive. It has a comforting, local vibe. My husband and I loved coming across this gem while visiting Galveston. We will definitely be back to enjoy Kritikos again. read more

Food was poor at best. Overpriced,!!!! Gyros meat was dry, bread-like, and totally tasteless, not a flavorfull combination of beef and lamb at all. But, I will say the lentile soup was really very good. Sorry to say we wont go back. read more

To-Go Order: Greek Avocado Chicken Salad The salad was nice and veggies were all fresh and tasty. Plenty of delicious Greek dressing was a big PLUS!! I ordered the chicken blackened and it was also very tasty. My issue was that the olives come with the seeds still in them and you get 2 small triangles of stale store bought pita breads. To top it off, with tax, it was $28.... So though it was tasty, the price definitely doesn't match the product. Now I understand why there was only 1 table at 5pm on a busy Saturday evening in June. Service was as it should be, nothing to note about. Not sure if I would return. Maybe. read more

An experienced to remember and reminisce the greatness hospitality were given while we are fink b at this restaurant for our lunch date. Hostess and waiter both were very nice and kind. A little greatness laughed and smile throughout our time there. Authentic Greek Salad dressing, wow it was delicious. Perfection and it wasn't overpowering flavor. We've ordered Stuffed Flounder and it was something different but yet, interesting. A must try it out. You won't be disappointed at all. Customer services are fantastic amazing!! You guys are doing perfectly fine. read more

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We got dessert to go and it was all so good!! Service was fast and friendly. The bread pudding was amazing! read more

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The food was excellent. Joelle was our server very knowledgeable of the menu. We also spoke to the manager Travis very nice. The calamari was excellent as the Greek salad and the Gyro plate. read more

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There are two things you absolutely must try while you're here: The first is the chicken orzo soup, because it's hearty and feels clean. A family recipe handed down from generations. The second must-try is the baklava cheesecake. Just looking at the photo, you know you're in for a conversation-stopping, mind-blowing experience. Baklava and creamy cheesecake together just makes sense! The meat platters that come with two sides are big! It's very possible to share this with two people. The green beans came in a red sauce I enjoyed. The meat pizza was the best bang for your buck. Cheesy and meaty and very satisfying. read more

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We were in the mood for something different and had heard great things about Kritikos. Delicious Greek food and great service. We tried the sampler plate and the hummus and moussaka were standouts for me. They also have a traditional kids menu if you have less adventurous eaters. I really want to come back and try a Gyro. They're huge and look really tasty. The dining room is nothing fancy but this is a great place for a casual meal or takeout if you're looking for something unique to try while visiting the island. read more

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My husband and I went there on Saturday afternoon about midday to get a quick snack before pedicures. We wanted to share a Gyro. The waiter was very nice and accommodating. He had the kichen split it for us. Everyone was very personable and friendly. The gyro was fine. Nothing special. I would like to go back sometime for dinner to see how their platters taste. I thought it would've been cool if they played Greek music to further the Greek experience. Overall, I felt like the decor was a little bit tired. It would be fun to see a modern day version of this concept. read more

The food normally is good but this visit was terrible I had the Grill Chicken Dinner and about 45 minutes later I wanted to throw up and I had the worst diarrhea ever I had to drive back to Houston with diarrhea and it was at the cost of Kritikos Grill I believe it was the chicken or the under cook green beans,Server was good he took care of my daughter and step son but I did notice couple people going to the restroom and however I took the liberty to do some research that I ate some Red Pepper crackling and that what made me have diarrhea but however my observation lead me watching two people stayed in the restroom for awhile read more

The restaurant is large and airy and gives off a good vibe. We came in the late afternoon so it was really quiet (we were the only ones in the restaurant). We had the gyros and falafel and they were both tasty and we would recommend them both. The service wasn't bad but could have been a little more prompt. read more

Kritikos Grill - Gyro Tacos - American Near Me - Galveston, Texas

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Fish and chips were good. Gyro meat was bland, green beans were fresh but tasteless. Pita was good. Tsziki not great. But it was voted the best. Staff was very unfriendly. read more

The service is always outstanding at Kritiko's! We went for lunch on a Saturday and there were very few patrons, so everything came out quickly! My fave is the Vegetarian Platter with chicken soup instead of lentil soup. It's so consistently delicious, especially that soup! I don't like the dolmas ever, but they are just part of the platter. My daughter had Shrimp Santorini for a change. It was ok, but nothing special. Pretty bland. Prob something salt would fix. Let me say too that they have the very best salads!! read more

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We stopped in here for lunch during our visit to Galveston. This place had something for everyone in our family. I am vegetarian/vegan so hard to find somewhere to eat for me. Kids are picky eaters too. However, i had the vegetable/hummus pita meal and it was delicious! Even better was the avocado hummus and oh my i ate everything on that plate almost by myself! Kids were thrilled to order pancakes, eggs and bacon here, and my husband had the seafood pita. i'm only sorry i didn't snap a few pictures. Our service was great. We also drank the sparkling water and it was pretty tasty too. I would bring my family back here again. read more

The service was great. I cannot complain about that at all, but we got a simple Gyro sandwich and the meat was maybe one or 2° away from room temperature, and then the tzatziki sauce was extremely cold and having to put that on a room temperature sandwich was not good, I got the okra and it was extremely bland. My wife got the green beans also bland read more

Have been here a few times and it's delicious every time. The shareable platter has everything you need! read more

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April 19th, 2022 Came in for take out at 5:30p Sat at the bar and had a glass of Santa Margherita Pinot grigio ($14) while I waited. Waited 30 minutes for soup/sandwich???? Way too long for just a few customers in the place. Nickie waited on me; she was very sweet. Ordered: Chicken soup seafood Bouillabaisse soup Gyro the wine was old because that brand is smooth and delicious but, I had the end of the bottle, so it must have been open for a while because it was bitter. the chicken soup, no lemon in the broth so nope disappointing. seafood bouillabaisse (first time trying) was filled with claims, shrimp, fish, calamari, it was meh...there was nothing special about the broth of this soup, a traditional French that can take up to 2 days to make. It had no saffron, fennel, orange zest ... no fish stock flavor; disappointed. ($15.50) gyro packed with well flavored lamb and served w/no flavored rice pilaf (fail on the rice) Not sure I'd be back. read more

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Our server took forever to bring us stone cold soup. Mixed up our drink order BUT the worst part was awful French fries and fat filled lamb chops. Never ever again read more

We've been coming here for years (back when it was still the Olympia) and the food never disappoints!! We ordered the gyro plate, kids pizzas, chicken orzo soup, and baklava. Everything was absolutely delicious! The ambiance is family friendly, relaxed and beach adjacent. You can tell it's a family run restaurant, which is lovely amidst the numerous chains and franchises you see along the sea wall. The service was okay. I thought our server was a little distracted. However the manager more than made up for it, and was especially attentive once she realized we were a little frustrated with our waiter. The prices are reasonable and again...I can't emphasize how delicious the food is! The gyros were on par with the gyros my husband and I bought off the streets of Athens when we visited Greece many years ago. Definitely a must stop for some good Greek food! read more

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Service was great. Decor was a bit nicer than typical Galveston restaurants, with a nice Greek twist. Vegetarian fare was good. I only wish there was a few more options. That being said, they have the best vegetarian food on Galveston. So far. Falafel was very nice, as was the hummus. Everything was fresh. I could have eaten a bit more pita bread. The lentil soup was good. I know we will return in the future! read more

Kritikos Grill - General view - American Near Me - Galveston, Texas

First time here and we will most definitely be back! Everything we had to eat and drink was amazing. Large portions and such flavorful dishes. Such a nice vibe inside as well. Thank you, Miguel for the wonderful service! read more

I order a small Greek salad the salad had one olive. The dressing is delicious. A side of grilled salmon cooked very nicely. The salmon did have a strange seasoning which I am not familiar. The service was prompt, but the kitchen is very slow. Ok this is the kicker the price. $12.75 for a side of salmon. $6.25 for a very small side Greek salad. Too expensive for what you get! read more

Kritikos Grill - Proof of charges - American Near Me - Galveston, Texas

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Food! Service! Ambiance!everything was so so fresh and good. We went back the next evening for more.

My friend and I came here during Galveston Restaurant Week and had a lovely time. They had a specific menu just for GRW so it was very decently priced. I got the chicken soup which we were told was made in the house as well as a white fish with crawfish sauce dish all for $15. My friend got the soup as well and a meatball and spaghetti dish also for $15. I haven't had a chance to try their normal menu yet but will have to come back in the near future to give it a try! The service was great too-- our waitress was super friendly and attentive and made the experience all the more pleasant. read more

This lovely Greek spot is run by the same people who used to own the Olympia restaurant near Harborside. We had a lovely lunch seated outside and can highly recommend the fresh grilled fish, which was prepared simply, accompanied by rice pilaf and soup or salad. -- totally delicious. Our server was very friendly and took good care of us. We definitely plan to return here on our next visit to Galveston. read more

Kritikos Grill - Tabletop style - American Near Me - Galveston, Texas

Great food! Great service! Gyro meat was awesome plus the egg plant parmigiana! Thank you Avery! read more

The server who took our order was super sweet. Ordered the seafood gumbo, Greek salad, and make your own pizza to go. It was nice that they had options of getting everything in smaller portions which was nice because I didn't want too much food. Everything was really tasty, well priced, and fresh. read more

The service was good. Everything else was a disappointment. We live on the island and have eaten at Kritikos often. Maybe not so much anymore. I would be generous if I said the Chicken Picata was mediocre. The term "rubber chicken" comes to mind. The prices were questionable. For example, the Large Greek Avocado Salad is $19.95. For $5 more you can add shrimp. But if you want to add those same shrimp to any other dish it will cost you $10. How can the same shrimp double in price based on the dish to which they are added? The manager blamed it on the computer. But she also admits that she never calculated "Chicken Picata with Shrimp" on the computer. I didn't agree to pay $10 to add a few shrimp. That's fortunate for me as it would have taken more than a few grilled shrimp to save that dish. Personally, I think Cajun Greek Restaurant on 61st might be a better choice. read more

Outstanding appetizers, the chicken and all the rest of the meal was first class. The service was outstanding as well. Highly recommend this when in town. read more

Honestly, I'm having lunch here everytime I'm in the area. All I can say is wow. I know they have been in business bc we used to come here since I was in middle school... I'm 30 now. Friendly faces, great food. A BUNCH OF OPTIONS. Clean and vibey restaurants. read more