Don't be scared! Yes it's a gas station but it's some of the best Mediterranean food I've had in a…read morewhile. Bonus it's a great deal! They will make you a bowl or wrap with whatever you like on it. Many vegetarian and vegan options.

Fresh food made in front of you and the best french fries in town! Really delicious and fast but…read morethat doesn't mean that the quality suffers. A true gem and imo the best Mediterranean food in Lawrence.

Grace and The Mad Greek: A masterclass in Philoxenia... "the ancient Greek art of making a stranger…read morefeel like a God at the table". In a world of mediocre service and soggy pita, Grace at The Mad Greek stands as a titan among mortals. I didn't just eat dinner; I underwent a culinary baptism. The legend began the second I crossed the threshold. The hostess didn't just greet our group; she provided a welcome so warm I personally felt like a long-lost Spartan war hero returning to my village. Her smile was the lighthouse guiding us through the fog of hunger, setting a tone that whispered, "You are home now," and also, "you are about to eat a lot of feta." It was the kind of personalized touch that transforms a simple "table for three" into a banquet for the gods. (My apologies for not asking your name... but that's a lack of management's oversight, as there should be a sculpture-bust of your likeness, decorated with string lights, highlighting your name on a plaque so it's emblazoned on ever guests' mind, your name on the very tips of their lips...) Then, there is Grace. If hospitality were an Olympic sport, Grace would be draped in gold, standing atop the podium while the national anthem of Flavortown plays on a loop. She didn't just "take my order", she curated my destiny. Her timing was so precise, I'm convinced she can see five seconds into the future. My water glass never dropped below the halfway mark, it was as if she were performing some sort of Greek hydro-kinesis. Grace is the GOAT. Period. Then came the Greek Combo. Calling this a 'dinner' is like calling the Odyssey a 'quick blog post.' It was a sprawling, epic masterpiece on a plate. The gyro meat was sliced with the precision of a master sculptor, and the souvlaki was seasoned by the gods themselves. As for the spanakopita, it possessed a structural complexity that would make the architects of the Parthenon weep, with more golden, buttery layers than the shifting labyrinth of Knossos. Every bite was a journey through the Mediterranean that didn't require a passport, just a very large napkin and a moment of silence. If you haven't been served by Grace at The Mad Greek, have you even truly lived? Five stars isn't enough. There's a 'Michelin' Standard being overlooked on Mass street... in the modern "culinary constellation," stars are the ultimate symbol of excellence. By adding a "sixth star" to capture the intergalactic in Grace's service, I'm coming close to being able to describe the celestial level this culinary experience became that even the night sky struggles to contain. Grace: our dinner party will never be able to 'eat Greek' the same again. You've officially ascended to the Acropolis of hospitality as our eternal Goddess of the Sixth Star. And as they used to say in the old country: , ! (...it's all just Greek to me!)

The food and service were really great. Had a delicious falafel sandwich sitting outside and the…read moreserver did everything perfectly. Perfectly kind, attentive, never had to ask for a thing!

Chicken swarma to die for! This restaurant is so delicious. Everything on the menu is fabulous. I…read morehave loved going here for years. Besides the dine in option, there is outside dining, as well. They have quaint chairs and tables outside in good weather. Staff has always been super nice and accommodating. They have been patient about special requests and substitutions. The decor is very nice and tasteful. The only problem I have with this restaurant is the location. It is located in downtown lawrence and parking can be an issue at times. It's not the fault of the restaurant, it is just a minor inconvenience. The restaurant is easy accessible and there is a parking garage a few blocks. Prices are reasonable and in line with the quality of food. Simply delicious food at this sweet restaurant.

The food is amazing and fresh. Our waitress was really nice and helpful. It's a really nice place…read morewith beautiful decor, we highly recommend! Get the rose lemonade. And can someone teach me how to get my hummus to be so silky?

Amazing !! Food is always fresh and clean. Welcoming and friendly staff. Have eaten at the…read morerestaurant and ordered takeout. This is a once a week staple for dinner !!! Soooo good

The food here is very good. The falafel is crispy on the…read moreoutside and fluffy on the inside. Very generous pieces. Not your typical round shape but more of a tube/long shape which really works great for dipping them in tzatziki. We also had grape leaves which come warm. Yummy! We had a chicken shawarma and gyro entree. Both came with rice, salad, pita, and hummus. All very good. My one criticism is I prefer my protein sliced more thinly instead of a thick cut. It's a texture issue for me. The thicker, the chewier. The chicken also had a bit of chewy skin. It could have had more flavor. Still good but this is what made my review 4 instead of 5 stars. I thought the gyro had a little more flavor than the chicken. You order at the counter and then they walk your food out to you when it's gone. Our two appetizers came out very quickly. Our entrees just a few minutes later. Service was smooth and very good. The guys working there were all friendly. Great service! The restaurant is very clean, plenty of seating, and lots of appropriate artwork. It was cold in there but it was really hot outside that day so they had the air turned up. It did make my dining in experience a bit tough since I couldn't escape sitting under an air vent but I don't really want yo criticize them much for running the air in a hot day. That's better than the alternative. On the way out I got a small variety pack of baklava and a rice pudding. Both really good! I'm still eating the baklava. I really like being able to get the variety! It's hard to choose. We would definitely go back again. On the way out, we saw 2 gentleman with gyro salads. Wow, it's a huge bowl with gyro piled high! Looked fantastic and I want to try the gyro salad now!

AMAZING FOOD! WOW everything we had was so good! Would 100% be back. Wasn't blown away by any of…read morethe drinks, but the food oh my gosh!!! We sat outside and it was just lovely!

In town to visit my sis and haven't tried this place yet, do we headed to dinner for me to try it…read moreout! Sat outside, so not sure what it looks like inside, but the outdoor vibes were super cute. Service is very Lawrence; super chill and friendly. They immediately came by with water and then gave us some time to review the menu before taking beverage orders. They also asked us if we wanted apps, so we ordered those too. Food came out in a reasonable amount of time and mostly tasty; the fancy mushroom hummus was too salty for me. The pork and beans were my personal fave, but everyone had a different fave. Desserts were too sweet for me; butter cake too sweet and the chocolate tort too chocolatey.

We met up with friends at Paros Estiatorio and honestly weren't quite sure what to expect. After…read morelooking through the menu and photos beforehand, I landed somewhere between casual and upscale with jeans, a button-up, and a jacket. At first I felt slightly overdressed, but as the evening went on the crowd definitely skewed more polished, though overall it still leaned approachable and relaxed. The restaurant itself is beautiful, and one of my favorite parts was being able to watch the kitchen in action. The lighting and music might be a little challenging for some older guests, but we had no trouble carrying on conversation at the table. Service was on the slower side, though we were there to enjoy the evening and never felt rushed. We started with the spanakopita and grilled octopus. The spanakopita was excellent, perfectly crisp phyllo with a filling that leaned more spinach-forward than feta-heavy, which I really enjoyed. The octopus was fresh and flavorful, though it wasn't as much of a hit with the rest of the table. For salads, we tried the roasted beet salad and the watermelon feta salad. Both were fine, but on a return visit I'd probably skip them and save room for more appetizers or mains. For entrées, I ordered the lamb shank while my wife had the moussaka. Both dishes were excellent, but the moussaka absolutely stole the show. It's served in a square baking vessel and is rich, comforting, and easily large enough to share between two maybe even three people. To finish, we took baklava to go and stayed for the crème brûlée, which was exactly what you want from a classic version of the dish: creamy custard with a perfectly caramelized top. Overall, Paros delivered a really enjoyable evening with a beautiful atmosphere, strong entrées, and a menu that feels elevated without being pretentious.

This beautiful restaurant features truly fine dining. I was unfamiliar with Greek cuisine but my…read morecompanion helped decipher the menu. Our appetizer was the Trio Of Spreads with featured tzatziki and taramasalata, rare to find in KC. Main course for my companion was the Moussaka which was top notch. My entree was amazing scallops on a bed of saffron risotto! The prices were relatively high, but worth every penny. I'm a convert to Greek food and looking forward to my next visit.

Frigin fantastic. Besti have ever had. Great little place. Service and food was too notch…read more Came out super fast. First-time a place shows you your take-out before your leave to ensure your satisfaction. Love that to-go orders are sent this way. Go check it out.

I was really impressed with this place. The lady working the counter was incredibly friendly and…read morehelpful. My food came out quickly, and the place seemed clean and tidy. I appreciated that the gyro meat was thinly sliced, and had great flavor. And it was so much food! I ended up eating only half of it for my lunch, and had the other half for dinner the next day. I also ordered a side of hummus which was okay but not my favorite. It was a little too chunky for my taste. However, I got to try a sample of the baba ganoush and - oh wow - it was amazing! I would highly recommend it. I know some reviewers have complained about the prices but considering that you can easily make two meals out of the small gyro, it seems more than reasonable to me. I will definitely be coming back.

This is your stop if you need a flavor packed Greek food! They never fail to deliver impressive…read morehearty and generous portions of meals with every order. I recently ordered their Gyro Chicken bowl and Beef/Lamb Gyro roll via Ubereats and they did not disappoint!! The bowl and roll was very well made, deeply satisfying and had generous amount of meat. The bowl had a base of rice, lettuce, salad cucumbers along with chicken gyro and topped with cool tzatziki and paprika dusting. The beef/lamb gyro roll had refreshing salad wrapped with meat, topped with cool tzatziki and some fries wrapped in soft warm pita. Uber Eats had a 1 on 1 deal on both the dishes making it an even better experience. I got all 4 dishes for around $40+ (including tax and tip). Nick the Greek is definitely your money's worth for the portion, quality of ingredients they provide. Easily a 5/5 for me!

I came for one thing, and one thing only--the Dubai chocolate frozen yogurt…read more I asked them to please put a lid on top, because I wanted to put it to freeze and to enjoy it late night. Such friendly service. It's so good. The fro yo is the tart kind, so I was a little shocked biting into it with the chocolate. It was refreshing, and not too rich. A bit more pricey at 10$, but so good

I appreciated the authenticity of food…read more Chicken shawarma bowl was good, but very basic and small. And $14.99 for a small bowl of mostly rice. Mediterranean market on 23rd is much better and less expensive.

A gem of a place. You're going to want to do your shopping here - the knowledge and curation is…read moreworth a lot. Ask questions! The sizma olive oil is the best, along with the cured olives. The french feta, all the dips, the sandwiches, and the homemade desserts. The sardines and mackerel in the tins are excellent. Your health and flavor will improve here.