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    Olympic Cafe

    4.5 (1.2k reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
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    Dogs allowed

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    Ali B.

    We came here for lunch to celebrate our 20th anniversary. The atmosphere was welcoming, our waitress was warm and friendly. The food was very delicious: tender calamari perfectly seasoned and the combination plate was plentiful. The Greek salad with Feta cheese was delicious as well as the entire plate. This is becoming one of my favorite go to places for yummy food and great customer service. 2026(17)

    pork souvlakia
    Dung N.

    It was my coworker's birthday and he picked this spot for our office lunch back in June of 2024. We shared everything family style. I tried the dolmadakia, pork soulvakia, Olympic salad, a lamb shank, and the beef, chicken, and gyro platters. Everything was tasty and flavorful!

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    Norma D.

    I've heard so many great comments about this place so I had to try it. We Went for lunch and had the 1/2 chicken plate and the salmon plate. Plates have large portions. Everything was so delicious!!! The wait staff work together to give great service to everyone. We went during lunch time and got in right away. Almost all the tables were full with people. Inside is decorated very much like a Greek hotel. Very authentic. I loved everything about this place. I'll be back.

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    Jessica D.

    Definitely a hole in the wall spot for Mediterranean food! They have a small parking lot in the front and back. I wanted something light for dinner so I ordered the agvolemono soup and a chicken kabob. My first time having that soup and it is so refreshing! The chicken kabob was so tender and juicy too. Our servers were super friendly and always checked up on us.

    Calina N.

    So good and so authentic! Usually when I get gyro meat or kebabs somewhere else it's dry but here it's so moist! I even had leftovers and they heated up perfectly. I really enjoyed the service and atmosphere. Our servers were so funny and they checked on us constantly. There is parking in the front of the restaurant making it easy for customers. Also the menu had a lot of really interesting things I never tried! Definitely a new go to spot for me for Greek food!

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    Jim D.

    This is our favorite Greek restaurant. We always start with the addictive saganaki. Having flaming cheese as an appetizer sets the tone of a fun meal experience. I ordered the House Special Chicken. It was fresh, flavorful and so delicious. My wife had the chicken kabob platter with peas. She loved it. Service is fantastic and friendly. This is Delicious with a capital 'D'! Parking can be tight during lunch and dinner time. Great for groups and kid friendly. Enjoy!

    Megan M.

    Co worker wanted to come here for lunch. It was 4 of us and we were able to pick our own table. The waitress came right away and we ordered. I got the steak sandwich with a salad. It was decent. The steak wad thin but had flavor.

    Angie V.

    We really enjoyed our time here due to the atmosphere, friendly employees, especially our server Jaime, and of course the food and wine. It was my first visit and it definitely won't be the last. The restaurant offers three different options for dining- inside, on the enclosed patio, and outside seating in the front of the restaurant. The saganaki was very flavorful but the Greek wine was excellent!

    Moussaka
    Christina T.

    Cute little Greek restaurant in North Park. Their parking lot is tiny and a terror to get into while dodging other cars, would probably just park in the nearby residential areas on the street in the future. We ordered the saganaki appetizer which is a block of cheese they light on fire as they bring out, very savory and rich, comes with a side of pita. A bit too salty/oily for me, but it was to be expected. My partner got the moussaka which was SO good, very flavorful with distinct layers and a rich bechamel sauce on top. I ordered the gyro and spanakopita combo w a side of hummus. The gyro was flavorful but a little dry, and the spanakopita was so soggy, not one bit of crisp which was disappointing. The hummus was good, helpful because the plates are a little carb heavy. Most plates come with pita, pilaf, and a tasty side salad. Seems like you have to order the right item here. Service was friendly and accommodating, the place is well-decorated and on theme. They have an "outdoor" seating area in a big tent if you prefer. The inside is a bit more casual, with staff standing at cafe counter and some tables for seated diners.

    Super Greek Combo
    Jose N.

    Came here with friends for an early dinner. Parking is not the best but that's the only negative. To start I ordered Saganaki which is Flamed Kasseri Cheese with pita. Lemony,cheesy goodness. I ordered the Super Greek Combo which is Gyro, Chicken Kabob and Spanakopita with Rice, Salad and Pits for $22. It was yummy! Filling but I didn't bloated or stuffed. Had to get a side of falafel cause I'm a fatty! The table ordered dessert. The carrot cake and the banana chocolate chip cake were ok, nothing special about it. But the Baklava was flakey, honey goodness a def must have! The cheesecake was another HOMERUN! Homemade daily and so good! Then we tried the Galactoboureko which is a custard baked in filo smothered in honey syrup. Now the true gem of the whole experience was our server Jamié! He killed it! Funny, courteous, knew the menu, made helpful suggestions and didn't rush us! Who ever runs the Olympic Cafe should give him a bonus! The patio was nice spot cause it's not crowded, it's breezy and chill spot.

    Greek salad
    Elle T.

    ordered the kokkinisto (braised beef). they brought out a full plate of greek salad first - normally i don't like raw onions but these were rly sweet. then they brought out 3 big chunks of beef w spaghetti noodles on the side (note to self, macaronia is Not macaroni ). the beef was tender & the savory cinnamon reminded me of taiwanese beef soup. service was super fast. & even tho it was a hot day out, the "inside" terrace was still comfortable due to the fans & shade

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    Hanafi M.

    Much improved. This was the most enjoyable Pastitsio I've had in a long long time. Quite excellent 4 sure! Please see photos, light and airy tasty and delicious. Very happy

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    Thank you so much, Eugie!

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    11 months ago

    Very disappointing. We've been to Greece, and none of this food tastes authentic. The tzatziki sauce tasted like fast food Greek (Daphne's).

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    Thank you very much, John!

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    11 months ago

    Great everything, all around 10/10 platter. Good variety. The service and quality is always great.

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    Service was off. The place is very cute, but either understaffed or not trained fully. Food was good, not great. Give it a try.

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    1 year ago

    I love this place. Great food all around. And don't skip the banana cake. Always fresh food and the pick up ordering has always been easy.

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    Thanks Arthur, glad you have had a good experience!

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    Excellent gyros. Great service. Good parking. Try the house red wine. It's on the light side closer to a merlot.

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    Hi Do you allow small dogs on your patio dining?

    Hi Susanne! Dogs are always allowed on the front patio and we usually have water out for them (or will be happy to provide it). Please let me know if you have any other questions at n_kotselas@olympiccafesd.com… Read more

    Hi! Any chance you might be selling tsoureki bread this Easter? If not, please consider it! There is a huge lack of places to buy Greek grocery items in San Diego! Thanks!

    Hi Carol, We don't have any immediate plans of adding tsoureki for Easter but I understand the lack of options. I'll talk it over with the family and let you know if we decide to include something like this going forward. Thanks!

    Do you have entertainment?

    Hi Armine, we do not host any entertainment like live music or anything similar. Thanks!

    If we planned on celebrating our birthdays here- a group of 10-15.... shout we call ahead to see if tables can be reserved?

    Hi Joanne, Yes calling would be a great idea. We don't normally take reservations but we do for… Read more

    Do you serve pork souvlaki? Why do no Greek restaurants in SD offer it? In Greece, there is no "beef" souvlaki.

    Hi Arlene, Pork is most traditional in Greece, I think it's mostly due to preferences here that you… Read more

    Is the new location dog friendly?

    Jeanne, Hi!… Read more

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