Little Zeus was splendid! Small humble restaurant located in a restaurant complex off Van Allen. This past Friday, they seemed to cater to those celebrating Good Friday. They also seem to celebrate the Carlsbad area as their grandson is featured on the wall. Super family oriented. Food looked fantastic. Everything seems to be around 18 dollars in price but you get a lot of food for what you pay for. Felt healthy and energized eating the food. They have fountain drinks (coke products) if you're into that (I am). Couple seems to be very friendly and provide great service. Limited seating inside read more

Little Zeus - Greek Near Me - Carlsbad, California

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Amazing food very friendly people Caterina is such a pleasant person to deal with. The meat is cooked good The fries so crispy and fresh read more

Just ok Greek food in the area. The lettuce was wilted and the dressing was very heavy in vinegar. The falafel had tons of flavor was the shape was odd and broke apart too easily. The tzatziki had a lot of big chunks it in, and lacked in flavor. Prices were great, they had a lot of specials too. Just decent if you are wanting Greek food. read more

Little Zeus - Greek Near Me - Carlsbad, California

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Little hole in the wall kinda place in the middle of a busy food court. The food was really good and fresh. Make sure to ask for extra sauce (there's an extra charge). You'll want more, trust me. read more

Great spot for a quick lunch! It's definitely not as boujee or expansive as a Luna Grill per say, but everything was tasty and the portions were good. The price itself should make you have a reason to go. read more

Very nice people served me one of the best gyros wraps I've ever eaten. The prices are very reasonable especially if you go on Friday! They're in the food court at Carlsbad Island near 7-11. Yummm read more

Really delicious Gyro, meat is cooked well and flavorful. Special comes with fries or salad, both are great! The owner has been very nice to us and I can call ahead when I want food to go. Nice outdoor area as well. Recommended for authentic Greek food! read more

I have been going to this place for over a decade! I love the food and the family that runs it are such nice people! The gyro cheeseburger and fries are so tasty! Always call my order in and it's ready upon arrival! Would highly recommend! read more

First time here and wow what a great place. The owner is super nice and the volcano Greek salad was amazing !! Being Greek myself I have a high standard and this restaurant hit all of them. The dressing was great and the tzatziki was off the hook as well as the gyro meat and chicken was seasoned to perfection. I know where I'm charging my tesla just so I can come and eat here. Ooppa this place is Great read more

The food would've been good if they didn't give me burnt gyro! They're a nice quick place to grab food near work. Service is fine. Place is clean. I like that they have my drink (diet Snapple) . read more

Little Zeus - Zorbas Platter (minus the mostly eaten salad) - Greek Near Me - Carlsbad, California

The selection is awesome , The food smells amazing and it's under $12 Support local business!!! Especially now read more

Little Zeus - Greek Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Solid lunch spot. My go to is their Greek chicken salad. Its a tasty and healthy way to stay nourished during the weekdays. They've optimized their business model for the lunch crowd so the food is quick but still very fresh. Prices were fair, only $9.95 for a salad with fresh mixed greens, olives, feta cheese, chunks of chicken with a red wine vinaigrette and a side of pita. If you're not feeling healthy, they have french fries and gyro too! They're located in a food court type complex with lots of outside seating. read more

Little Zeus - Greek salad with chicken - Greek Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Have ordered from them 3 times recently. Outstanding food and value compared to others we have tried. Meats were all cooked perfectly, rice was delicious, and the pita was wonderful. All orders were complete and generous, can't wait to order again! read more

Small and quaint. They are good for a quick bite to eat when you are on a time limit. I always get the Gryo Special, which consists of...you guessed it, a Gryo and some fries. The meat is seasoned well and not overly dry. Pinta is soft and the tzatziki sauce is bomb, I always ask for 2 and the produce is fresh. The restaurant itself is really small, so eat outside or get it to go. read more

Little Zeus - Gyro special - Greek Near Me - Carlsbad, California

I work down the street from this place so I'm at this food court pretty often and eat here at least once every other week. Today I ordered their Gyro Fries which is equivalent to carne asada fries but instead of carne asada its gyro meat. A hefty portion of french fries with feta cheese, gyro, onions, tomatoes and I put their ziti sauce on top. I also added hot sauce which taste more like buffalo sauce but it works! it was really good! I like these guys! Their food is good and they're quick - which is a big plus in this area because most people who stop by are on their 30 minute lunch break from work. They've got gyros/chicken bowls, feta fries, salads, kabobs, wraps and small little desserts like brownies and baklava. They also have cheeseburgers and fish/chips - a little weird for a greek place but when you've been going to this food court for years, it's always good to see different options available to you. Its owned/run by a family; really nice, hardworking and kind people - always greeted with a smile no matter how busy they get. read more

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Really excellent food. For example I got a combo with dolmades (excellent, tart grape leaves, great rice), gyros (typical, which I love), chicken kabob (excellent, charred), salad (excellent, with great lettuce tomato cucumber cheese and dressing), pita (fine, typical), and rice (excellent, really good texture and flavor). Super traditional simple and delicious! Also nice people. read more

I've eaten here a few times since it's not too far from my work. I won a meal ticket to this place the first time, so I decided to get their gyro plate, which was very generous portions and I was very full before I could even finish the plate. The gyros are delicious here and they offered so much meat on my plate. I've also had their lamb the second time and it was delicious. This place is a great stop for lunch with tons of seating in the Islands courtyard. read more

Will definitely use Little Zeus again for an event or just an everyday lunch. One of my dear friends recommended Little Zeus when I mentioned the theme of the party. I hosted a bridal shower of 30 guests for my best friend and Little Zeus came in on a Saturday to complete my order. I received loads of compliments on the authentic Greek food and the guest of honor was blown away! The owner was friendly and understanding to my needs to make this occasion that much more extra! 5 plus stars to this small but mighty restaurant! read more

Little Zeus - Full sized pans of spanakopita, Greek salad, chicken and lemon potatoes along with pita and tzatziki - Greek Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Very delicious - and authentic - Greek food! And the people behind the counter (guessing the owner and his wife) were both customer-focused and welcoming. read more

This place is close to my work which makes it very convenient. I have only had their gyro salad which is a nice big portion for $9.50 ish (after tax). They are fast and friendly enough and there usually isn't a line. They have the big skewer of meat they cut from. I took a star off because they cut their meat sloppy. It is in big chunks instead of the delicious thinner slices with the crispy edges. Sometimes when the piece of meat is too thick, it just throws off the taste and texture. read more

Little Zeus - Greek Near Me - Carlsbad, California

I have to be honest, I do enjoy the food here. The reason I am giving one star is because of what was in my drink. Once I finished my coke and was eating the ice I realized that there was some sort of moldy mucus like thing attached to once of my ice cubes. I'm assuming this means they do not clean out their ice machine. I was pretty upset and threw my cup away pretty fast and left. I'll be in the area tomorrow and plan on telling them what happened. It is possible it was a fluke. The staff is always nice and I think they will be receptive. I'm not sure if I will be going back. If you were curious I had the Euro bowl with no veggies. That part was good. read more

Little Zeus - Greek Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Not a lot of flexibility in the menu if you don't like pita. I asked for salad, rice, and beef. It came with pita and not much salad. The food is ok. read more

Little Zeus - Salad, rice, and beef for $9.67. - Greek Near Me - Carlsbad, California

This little hole in the wall is what you would probably expect from a "Hole In The Wall". I grew up in Queens NYC and would go to Astoria Queens (Little Athens) for great Greek cuisine. Well, yesterday I stumbled on this little quaint cafe. I ordered the Souvlaki Plate, two chicken skewers, Greek salad Greek rice Pilaf and fresh pita quarters seasoned to perfection Both the rice and the skewers. The salad is the only thing I have a bad remark about, could've had some dressing on that Greek salad, but other than that the food was absolutely delicious. The woman behind the counter assuming she is the co-owner was very friendly, I met a Greek gentleman who shared they make Greek Easter Bread since it's Greek Easter week. The prices are very reasonable for the amount of food you get. The other regret I have is they are only opened from 9:30-3:30 M-F. Sat. 10:30-3:30. I call that Greece hours. Would love to see them open for dinner hours. Recommend staying open for food delivery and dine in. They are located across from the fountain. If you love authentic Greek cuisine, this is a great hidden secret you must try. Enjoy read more

Used to be a regular and always ordered fish sandwich combo. However, today I went around 11.15 A.M. and the sandwich as well as fries were terribly undercooked and absolutely tasteless. I called imemdiately and complianed. Not able to eat 3/4s of the order and threw it away. Now I am experiencing terrible food poisoning episode. Formally fileld a complaint via e-mail. Terrible disappointed. read more

The bottom line: Tasty Greek food that's not too obscure for any tourist that comes at an affordable price. Wrap it up Rap: Fresh and juicy like John Belushi Gyro so tasty don't wanna waste any Keep it healthy and get the greens Order a side of fries and eat like kings Heed my advice and you will be good to go Go to Little Zeus' in Carlsbad, and Feast fo sho! read more

Little Zeus - Legit Greens - Greek Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Great Greek American food. I ordered catering. Food is amazing Kathy the owner is an excellent cook read more

I wasn't expecting to be blown away from eating at a food court shop, but was surprised at how good the food actually was here. I had the gyro combo both times I went here, and the meat was flavorful and the gyro was pretty good sized. They have a fairly decent sized menu, but I haven't got around to trying them since I can't stay away from the gyros. If you like Greek food, check this place out! read more

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I don't like writing reviews for mediocre places. Eating at 3-star places is boring, and writing the reviews about them is boring. Every time I eat here, I think "3 stars," but I just can't be bothered to write out the why. I've only tried a couple of items here, but they're... meh at best. Falafel sandwich was dry. Falafel was dry. Hummus was weirdly chunky and... dry. As I'm typing this out, I'm realizing that "dry" is a theme here. I generally love Mediterranean food, but this is definitely one of the lesser places in the food court. There are cheaper options, healthier options, and tastier options. Pick what suits your mood. read more

Great gyros and fast service. They have a gyro "special" which includes a gyro sammich (in pita bread), fries (or salad) and a drink for $9 something and change. And they give you a TON of meat too. The interior is a little tight, especially during lunch time as this place is surrounded by corporate buildings. So come at an off-time to get in and out even quicker. read more

Little Zeus - Greek Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Friendly staff and quick service. I come here at least once a week for lunch. Little Zeus has shorter wait times than most other lunch places in this food court. The gyro salad is great, with large portions. The garlic fries are also very good. The menu is what you would expect from a typical greek place, nothing that stands out. But it is consistently good, and reliable as a regular lunch spot. read more

Its been many years since I have eaten at this Food Court. I stopped going a few years ago because it was always so crowded and there was no where to park. Well, it seems like times have changed because parking is plentiful and so are the tables. Maybe everyone flocks to Bressi Ranch for lunch now, which is fine with me. Anyway, about Little Zeus. This place is kind of a hole-in-the-wall but all of the people in there either ordering or picking up food is a good indication that its an a-ok establishment. I ordered a Greek Chicken Salad. The salad was very big and filling and was fresh. The service was friendly and my food was ready quickly, which is important during the lunch time rush. Unfortunately I didn't think the flavor of the salad was particularly special so I suspect I ordered the wrong thing. I definitely will go back and next time get the gyros. read more

We've dined at this restaurant in the past and wanted to support the establishment during the pandemic. We did curbside pickup last Friday and were VERY pleased with our experience. The gyros wrap was delicious and my husband loved the chicken pita platter, especially the generous portions of the sides. We also got a side order of fries for our kids, who actually liked the seasoning (not too bold, not too bland). The customer service was friendly & efficient. We'll definitely continue to support this eatery. read more

This is the only place in the food court with a burger so I tried it again. First time was not great but it might have been me. This time the burger was way undercooked and the tomato slice was hard, with a core and way too thick. And this morning I found someone drained my bank account from my debit card number since the last time I was here. Coincidentally, maybe. But....I don't use it much so who knows read more

Little Zeus - This is the tomato in my burger - Greek Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Ordered catering 11 people and got a half rack of beef and chicken, rice, and salad. Paid almost $200 and got only 14 skewers. I was embarrassed when I brought this back to my client and didnt have enough protein to feed the group. A couple people only had rice and salad. Again very dissatisfied with my order. read more

I come here for lunch once every week or two weeks and it never disappoints. It looks family owned which I love! The staff is SUPER nice and always sweet and patient with me. The orders are ready pretty fast. I usually order a salad and it is the best thing ever. I either get it with gyro and chicken or just gyro meat. It comes with iceberg lettuce which is fresh and crunchy! The pita is so soft and with the tzatziki sauce its phenomenal. The dressing is light and healthy too, its the perfect amount for the salad. I am always full when i finish! LOVE this place and will keep coming back! read more

Small shop but big on portions! The gyro salad and the gyro mania are my two favorites on the menu. The fish and chips are also good but make sure to ask for extra tartar sauce when ordering. Good place to grab something quick and filling especially if you are pressed for time/30 min lunch break. Recommend to order ahead read more

For a being a small place and busy during weekday lunch hour...their service is very fast and friendly. Everyday they have a $6.99 Chicken Gyro special that comes with: Chicken Gyro, French Fries & a drink. With tax its $7.60 Every friday they sell gyro's for $4.99 I'm not a Greek food guru...so thank goodness they have a menu with pictures and a very descriptive menu. They have some pretty good side items like: Spanakopita - filo dough stuffed with a mix of spinach, feta cheese & Greek herbs (pretty tasty stuff...1 piece is $2.29) Hummus Dip with Pita Bread ($3.29) Dolmas - 4 pieces..theyre stuffed grape leaves with rice and Greek herbs ($3.29) Souvlaki Skewer (Chicken or Beef) - $2.99 Desserts they have: Baklava & Kataifi at $1.50 a piece They have a good variety of salads which come with pita bread & tzatziki sauce. Price range from $3.99 to $8.99 Their platters range from your choice of veggie or whatever gyro meat and come with Greek salad, rice, pita bread and tzatziki sauce. Price range from $6.25 to $8.49 They even have a fish & chips platter served with 3 tender fish fillets served with fries and a Greek salad The also have bowls...almost like Beef bowl from a Chinese restaurant...but GREEK STYLE. They're called Mountain Olympus Bowls. Bowl of rice topped with meat and they come with pita bread and tzatziki sauce. They're all $5.99 They also have Pita sandwiches which range from $4.65 yo $5.29. Kids Meal is $4.99 - comes with your choice of Junior sized gyro, 1 skewer, french fries and a drink. They also do party trays =) There is no place inside to sit & eat. There are tables outside in the food court...but it's outdoors. So on a hot or rainy day...it's best to take the food back home or to your office. read more

I pretty much consider myself to be a regular at Little Zeus. When I need my Greek fix, I always go here for my lunch breaks and get their gyro + fries special (beef or chicken), sometimes a baklava to go with it for a later snack. The food's delicious and efficient, even when they're super busy. The lady who always works the register is always nice (and I think she recognizes me, now!), even when the cafe is really crowded during lunch hours (about 12 PM - 1 PM). It's totally worth the wait if you want to head here for lunch, and for me, it's usually less than a 10-minute wait. All the employees are super nice; but it just gets a little crowded at lunch time, since it's a such a small cafe. :) read more

Dinner right down the street? Yes please! Came here for a healthier option post gym and got an Olympus salad and Gyro bowl. Came out to be around $20 since I left some change for tip in their jar. I really enjoyed their Greek food. They don't skimp on the meat which is nice and the veggies were all crisp, fresh and crunchy. The tzatziki sauce was different than some other places I've had before but I was still a fan. The pita was warm and soft; tasted like butter which was great. And gyro was flavorful and moist. Overall, happy and would come back. read more

Little Zeus - Just under $20 for two meals- not bad! Lots of protein and healthy options! - Greek Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Best falafels ever, just wish they were open more hours and on the weekends. Great folks work there and always happy conversation! Pitas to take home are way good!!! Fantastic! read more