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    Molyvos

    4.3 (147 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Dolonchapa C.

    I don't know about the rest of you, but I am so over NYC restaurants that require a 2-3 month strategic military operation just to get a reservation. I love good food and great drinks as much as the next person, but sometimes friends show up last-minute and I need somewhere impressive so my city doesn't embarrass me. Enter: Molyvos. I found it on Resy, and honestly my only criteria at the moment was "near Javitts," because that's where my friends were. Expectations were low; vibes were unknown. And then...I walked in. Instantly obsessed. Cute-yet-classy interiors, warm smiles everywhere, seated immediately--already winning. Their Greek wine and cocktail list? Perfectly balanced. Not overwhelming, not "I need a sommelier, a therapist, and a spreadsheet." Just right. Food selection? Also on point. They even asked if we had a show to catch--meaning they can pick up the pace if needed. We didn't; we were there to gossip. They let us linger without even the tiniest hint of a rush. Bless. We started with the three-spread sampler: classic hummus, skordalia, and tirokafteri. Three words: Amazing. Amazing. Amazing. They kept the warm pita and bread flowing--soft inside, crusty outside--truly elite carbs. And that olive oil in the monogrammed bottle? Chef's kiss. We tried the octopus and the halloumi. Halloumi came out flaming (literally), full drama, loved it. The octopus... listen, I've had better. The components just didn't vibe together. It happens. I ordered the lamb chops (medium) and they came with potatoes done so perfectly that I almost shed a tear. Call me a snob, but I judge a restaurant by how they handle basics like eggs and potatoes. If you can't do those right... questionable. But these? Highly recommend. Dessert time. We lost control and ordered the baklava, the sundae, the ravani, and the chocolate cake. The chocolate cake? Pure sinful joy. The ravani had me Googling flights to Greece. The sundae was fine--just a bit too sweet for me--so probably a "been there, done that." Everything else? Top notch. Drinks: I had the Kolonaki--wish it were a touch less sweet, but still very good (I'm just picky). Then switched to the driest Greek red they had. Don't ask me which; I put my faith in our lovely server and she delivered. Will I go back? Absolutely, 100%, without hesitation. Fancy but homey, elevated but not pretentious--NYC needs more places like this.

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    Leslie C.

    I had high hopes for this place based on the yelp reviews. Unfortunately i was very disappointed. On the plus side the place is very lovely and tables are spread nicely apart. We had a great table by the window. Service was perfectly for though i had to flag someone down for more water twice. The real problem here is that the food we had was extremely overpriced and just plain boring. I had the lemon chicken, hubby had the cod and we shared a basic greek salad. The salad was enough for two but way overpriced at $22. The chicken, also very overpriced for a pretty small piece and just boring as hell. Hubby's cod was a tiny serving. Overall the food let us down here, especially for the relatively high prices. We will definitely not be back.

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    Jim M.

    On a recent trip to NYC, my wife and I met up with our two nieces who live on Long Island. They came into the city, and I offered to take them out to dinner. Someone suggested Greek food, and my search led me to Molyvos. The atmosphere was relaxed and inviting, with a touch of European charm that made it feel like an oasis away from the chaos of Times Square (just a few blocks away). We ordered a few drinks and shared a delicious Greek spread that hit the spot. It was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The warm hospitality stood out, and the service was attentive without being rushed. We capped the meal with their baklava, which didn't disappoint with a rich, layered, and bursting with flavor meal ender. Overall, this is a fantastic spot if you're craving classic Greek flavors in a welcoming setting. Definitely recommended!

    Hemanth D.

    This is a nice spot with good service and decent food, The food was perfectly fine, but it didn't quite live up to the premium price point. "Wow" factor was missing. Still a solid place to visit. May be it was the day and time we visited!

    Ben F.

    There are much better options for Greek/mediterranean. The dips were a bit sloppy and the pita was stale. The lamb chops were pretty tasty and tender but 1/3 was overcooked. Just go to AVRA.

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    Holly R.

    So great for a pre-theatre lunch! Our food came out fast and it was great. I love that they start with a bread basket. They know how to serve tea too! We ordered the same tea, but each got our own pot. The entree salad is so large, we went with the appetizer size and added grilled shrimp. The gyro sliders are served open faced and with fries. This was more than enough for the 2 of us. We still ordered the yogurt dessert- delicious strawberry and pistachio. [The only thing missing is Dubai chocolate:)) There is a patio, but we sat inside. The music is at the perfect volume. At lunchtime it wasn't too busy. The service was impeccable.

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    Lora M.

    Loved the food and service. Wait staff very friendly and helpful And the restaurant was on a lovely street. Ambience very nice

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    Edwin S.

    Sitting on the edge of the Times Square / Theatre district area and into Hells Kitchen, Molyvos is a gem focusing on Greek cuisine that covers some amazing flavours paired with strong service to go with it. Taste: 4/5 Service: 5/5 - there is a lady there who is an absolute gem, we were trying to make our movie on time and she made sure our food got out promptly Ambiance: 4.5/5 Value for Money: 4/5 We had: 1) Complimentary bread: The pita was not bad, what seemed like an olive/pumpernickel bread was great 2) flamed halloumi cheese: very fun presentation and quite tasty 3) Grilled octopus: tasty and expected 4) cateloni: this was okay not bad 5) moline meatballs: not bad as well

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    Kimberly D.

    Wonderful meal with wonderful server Despina!! I loved how attentive and kind she was. I felt like she was my sweet aunt or grandma and I was visiting her home. She was adorable and I love all of her Pride pins This meal was delicious. For appetizers we had grilled octopus, fried calamari and hummus and pita. Everything was cooked perfectly. My lamb shank with orzo in a spiced tomato sauce was unbelievable. The meat fell right off the bone and it was spiced so so deliciously. Baklava for dessert was super. Would highly recommend this restaurant!

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    Jay G.

    Love their beautiful restaurant with wonderful food. The lamb chops are the best! Had the pastitsio was tremendous. Also part of the Livanos group like Oceana.

    Desiree N.

    We came here to celebrate our anniversary and we were treated with care. Welcoming service, fabulous authentic cuisine and gorgeous decor. It was splendid! Thank you for the cake !

    Elizabeth T.

    I went to Molyvos to meet a friend for drinks. I can't speak for the food, but the cocktails were fantastic! The bar was also not crowded and you could watch them make the cocktails in front of you! The ambiance was very cozy and the food looked great, I'll have to come again to try it!

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