Delicious food. Also, great lighting and ambiance. The ceiling decoration of amphora is so well executed.

Came on a friends recommendation and it was excellent. Food was delicious and service impeccable and the waiter's suggestions were appreciated. We had eggplant with feta, caramelized onions and tomato sauce appetizer ; shrimp and scallops over egg noodles in an ouzo tomato and cream sauce; and striped bass with a pistachio crust layered over thin zucchini slices. All tasty and well prepared. Also an unusual though somewhat pricy Greek wine, and an excellent desert of triangles of phyllo dough filled with a semolina custard and drizzled with honey, and of course Greek coffee. read more

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Greek restaurant on lower east village. Had the horiatiki salad moussaka and the lamb chops everything was perfect read more

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I would definitely come back for the lamb chops and chicken soup. Surprisingly the tomato sauce of the shrimps was perfect with flat bread. Worth the price. read more

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Perfectly executed upscale Greek. Don't be fooled by their janky website or the fact that it's not in the hype machine. This place is that rare breed of New York restaurant that lives up to its promises on the food front and still looks super hip and filled with actual locals. It's hard to go wrong on the dishes, but here's my take: Must Orders: - Haloumi-- sauteed cheese cut into thick chunks, with that perfect squeaky texture. I was absolutely besotted with the accompaniments of pine nuts and warm grape slices. I had never thought to combine them, but now that I've had it I'm absolutely furious that every Mediterranean place doesn't serve it this way. - Lavraki-- a pistachio crusted black bass that could go head-to-head with any seafood entree at any buzzy "contemporary American" spot. - Garides-- plump shrimp, seared scallops, egg noodles, creamy tomato sauce, full hearts, can't lose. - Paidakia-- can't go wrong with lamb at a Greek spot. - Christos' Towering Galaktobourekakia-- very full but looking to prolong the meal, we asked our waiter to recommend a dessert to split and he pointed this out and delivered a short speech that we could not decipher, but ended with "I'm Greek!" Buoyed by his enthusiasm, we got two. It's like a creme-filled baklava drizzled with honey. Flaky and awesome. Better if everyone has half a triangle though because you'll probably already be bursting. -- This Was Fine. Well, It Was Great. But Just Fine: - Poikilia-- dips! The tzatziki was thicker than I was used to but also much better. I didn't love the other two as much as I was expecting to. The trio was the perfect foil to the very warm and very free pita, which also comes with a dip that I know nothing about but which was superior to these. This is fine for sharing though. - Dolmathes-- not my favorite (I like more marinated grape leaves) but quality ingredients and if it's your go-to then go for it. - Kalamarakia-- it's calamari! It's fried perfectly and it's nice thick rings. But it's calamari! - Pastitsio-- not my thing. But if a massive cylinder of ground beef, pasta, and cheese is your thing, you'll love it. -- Worth noting that every dish was a huge hit with the table and I believe i was the only one quibbling. The above is just for advanced strategy purposes if (god forbid) you don't come with a large party who's down to share. We hit about $75-100 a person as we went hard on drinks and share plates but you could have a fabulous experience here for under $50 easy. The space is everything you want out of it-- the ceiling pots are the showstopper but we were seated in the annex towards the back and it was still a gorgeous setting. The room is buzzing but not deafening. A good mix of ages. Service was relaxed, as dinner took about two hours, but I never felt like we were waiting too long for anything. I liked the wines we had, but I would tread carefully or talk to the helpful waiters, as Greek wines can be tricky. This place is great for parents, for friends willing to spend but not feel fleeced, and for dates. I even saw one guy eating alone. Come with a group and unwind for a couple of hours. I wish reservations were slightly easier to come by, but if you use OpenTable a week or two out you'll have no troubles. read more

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My boyfriend and I tried this place out Friday night and we were both blown away with the service, atmosphere and overall quality of the food. We shared the grilled octopus which was crunchy and moist paired with roasted tomatoes and capers. We also enjoyed the honey glazed lamb shank which slid right off the bone and was flavored to perfection. Our server was attentive and warm. We look forward to our next trip here. Can't wait to taste all of the other delicious selections from their menu. read more

Went here last night for the first time. It was crowded, but we were able to walk in for two and sit at the community table. All of our service was great, the food was fantastic. Tried the fried zucchini and eggplant, grilled octopus, and meatballs. The zucchini and eggplant should not be skipped, it is such a simple dish but very well executed! The vegetables are perfectly fried and seasoned, served with tzaziki that is also excellent. Meatballs also had great flavor, comes with a portion of 4 individual meatballs. The octopus was very good, wish there was more olive oil on this but it was grilled perfectly! They serve warm pita to start. For dinner, I ordered the shrimp and scallop pasta with a tomato cream sauce. I'm not sure what kind pasta they used, but it was a great shape and texture with the sauce. It comes with two large scallops and 4 large shrimp. Everything in the dish was delicious, definitely recommend! We also ordered the pork shank.. I'm not entirely sure what was in the dish but the work was fantastic. It was a very large portion, very tender and flavorful. This place would be great for a date, nice atmosphere. It would also be great for a group, they take restorations! read more

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Was very excited to try this spot. Unimpressed to say the least. Staff and service was the best part. It's a very tight spot. Tables are very small. I felt so cramped eating the whole time. The food was OK. Actually, we left half the food uneaten and it was over $200 for 2 people. There are much better Greek spots in the city where I would have enjoyed my meal a lot more for a lot less money. read more

I came here to eat lunch with my mom. We had the fried calamari. It came with a really delicious sauce. The sauce was a little spicy and creamy. We also shared the spinach puff pastry. I'd recommend getting the calamari over the spinach puff pastry, but if you're a fan of cheese, get the puff pastry. I had the moussaka and it was so good. The cheese on top was melted and gooey and the meat sauce was very savory and flavorful. My mom ordered the lamb chops. It was good. She ordered the fries on the side. The fries were just okay. This place has quality olive oil. The olive oil that was served with the freshly baked and warm pita bread was very rich. Overall, such a great place to dine. The interior is also very chic! read more

Wonderful place for a date. We ordered Salmon & Lamb Chops off the Grill & both were well done, as we requested. Mimosas were strong & tasty! Only thing missing - they don't serve any kind of dip with the complementary Pitas. Which would have been a nice to have, instead of spending another $15 on dips. read more

Pylos - Greek Near Me - New York, New York

Very authentic and delicious Greek food in a beautiful space. Service was excellent as well!

Such a wanderfull experience!! Everything we tried was just delicious !!! I highly recommend to try all sort different of the small plates offered.the bass pistachio is AMAZING!!!! read more

Pylos - A must try !!! - Greek Near Me - New York, New York

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The food is good but WOW is the management terrible. Relatives from out of town wanted Greek food, so we made a reservation at Pylos (something we normally do for this restaurant, but we wanted to ensure a table). Early the morning of, one visitor was really sick, so we called to reschedule the reservation. They refused to waive the $100 (!!) fee to change the reservation (a fee they openly admit is their own policy). We didn't even request to cancel it, just reschedule. They weren't remotely accommodating or apologetic. A word to the wise - if you insist on dining here, don't bother making a reservation. I've never once had to wait for a table, and the price to alter the res is steep. read more

service great decor tables a bit tight together meatballs very good probably the best I have had very light zucchini chips very nice thin and crispy soup very good lamb chops good steak good but expensive at 40 dollars salmon would not order again. It was poached and rolled up on a heap of spinach rice anytime they have something rolled up usually it's not freshly made but heated it was not a filet - did not finish the dish and it was 28 dollars not sure I will be back price may not justify what you get I think the appetizers were the best remember don't get the salmon . the lady at the next table also ordered the salmon and did not finish it read more

Loved the decor and atmosphere, the hundreds of clay pots dangling was neat and something you can't safely pull off in quake-y San Francisco. The two main dining rooms were quite different, perhaps themed with the seasons in mind, one felt like spring with blue sky colors, the other was more winter-y with warm exposed brick. The grilled octopus was meaty and delicious, but watch out for their piping hot bread it's like flour-based crack (I couldn't control myself and ate way too much). The baby lamb was quite nice as well, but left me absolutely stuffed so I had to take a pass on dessert. Definitely worth checking out. read more

The fickleness of the New York restaurant scene is exemplified by restaurants such as Pylos. Pylos has perhaps fallen out of the good graces of food media, they've passed through the myopic eyes of food bloggers, and the place gets about as much buzz as the latest Ugly Kid Joe album. But at 9pm on a Saturday night, there was still a 45 minute wait for a walk-in deuce. The locals obviously know better. I first visited Pylos in '07, and fondly recall a relaxed dining experience, generous portions, and fantastic food. After returning more than 3 years later, i'm glad to see that, for better or worse, nothing has changed. Grilled octopus is still faintly sweet and reliably tender, and easily one of the best preparations of octopus I've tasted. Diane's "lighter-than-air" meatballs were fluffy as their lofty tag line suggests, and appealingly herbal and meaty. They say that, "an ounce of sauce covers a multitude of sins". This isn't the case for Pylos, but an ounce of sauce would lift their entrees from delicious to dazzling. Pastitsio, the Greek riff on an Italian pasta al forno, was remarkably light, given that it's composition is mainly of ground meat and noodles. However, it was dry, and would have made a much more positive impression if it were... 'moist' (insert crude joke here). Similarly, a Flintstone sized lamb shank arrives falling off the bone tender, but we yearned for some jus to cut the heaviness of the meat. In Bruni's review of Pylos in '05, he cites it as the "prettiest restaurant he knows", and i'm inclined to agree. The much buzzed about clay pots provide a striking and precarious dining experience, while the back dining area is self-conscientiously cozy and bright. Pillowed chaises and flower bedecked spaces are evocative of a Mediterranean pool side cabana, or perhaps a Martha Stewart magazine approved interior design. Despite the lack of buzz, or however 'un-cool' Pylos may be in relation to the contemporary food scene, consistently delicious and fairly priced food will always be fashionable in my opinion. In that case, Pylos may be the most en vogue restaurant in town. read more

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Pylos was packed, even on a lazy tuesday evening. Despite the lack of reservation, the hostess managed to seat us at the 'communal table' with an excellent view of the bar and the servers milling about behind the counter. We were served a plate of warm pita bread and hummus which was a meal in itself but I stopped myself from devouring the whole plate, afterall, I had to save room for all the excellence to come. 1. Horiatiki A staple and probably the best known dish to come out of Greece - this particular Greek salad at Pylos was amazingly fresh and while I am not a die hard fan of the humble tomato, I fought over the last one with my companion. 2. Spanakopita Three perfect triangles of phyllo pastry filled with a creamy feta cheese and spinach concoction arrived at our table stacked one on top of each other. While reminiscent of the won tons I had grown up on, it sure beat the flavours that I was used to. Two thumbs up. Plus two more from my friend. 3. Htapothi Scharas The grilled octopus with balsamic vinegar reduction was to die for. Succulent and tender were definitely not the adjectives I would have used to describe the usually slimy and unappealing octopus but at Pylos they were transformed into something of gastronomic beauty. I unevenly sliced the octopus up and gave my dining companion the smaller piece... sneaky of me yes. 4. Paidakia Galaktos Stin Schar We ordered our baby lamp chops medium and they came to us juicy and grilled to perfection accompanied by fingerling potatoes (my favourite!) The plate was clean in minutes. As far as Greek restaurants go, Pylos is the best of the best. With great ambience and a decent price point, I would recommend this place again and again and again - for a date, gatherings with friends or even alone, if you're craving a bit of the Greek isles. Just make sure you call in advance! read more

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We wanted to try something different in the EVillage area and were pleasantly surprised how good the food was. We ordered the spread sampler appetizer and it was divine. The Moussaka had a delicious bechamel sauce and hearty eggplant balance. Desserts are beyond amazing, we ended up ordering one of each because one was more delish than the next. They have a really good choice of wines and full bar. Its Delish authentic Greek food, amazing service, Great staff, & fairly priced. Make sure to call for reservation if you're going on the weekend, it gets packed. read more

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Extraordinarily good Greek food in the East Village -- this place is not to be missed! My first choice for lunch apparently did not serve lunch, so my Yelp app guided me here instead. Apparently that app is useful! The ambience is wonderful. The ceiling is quite striking being lined with terra cotta pots. The main seating area is along a narrow corridor that is buttressed by a bar at the far end with more seating area in the back. The music was tranquil, yet modern, decidedly Greek in a way that I felt like I could have been having his meal in Athens. The menu is rather limited for lunch, but I opted for the Pastitsio. Often, in less capable establishments, this can be dismissed as Greek lasagna. Here, however, the dish stands alone strongly showcasing wonderful Greek tastes. The first thing that strikes you about this dish is how aromatic it is. It made me pause for a moment, lovely. Presentation, was monolithic, with a feature rich surface, adorned on the side with fresh rosemary and a lone cherry tomato. The noodles were perfectly cooked. The bechamel sauce was really quite good. The flavors were so balanced, every forkful was identical. And it was so flavorful, and it was not heavy at all. I really enjoyed this dish. I was rather surprised by the skilled execution of the chef. Well done. The dish was accompanied with complimentary pita which was fresh and delicious as well. My thoughts are that this would make a wonderful place to take a date. It also should be substituted immediately for one of the more lackluster selections on the 1 Michelin star list for New York. I can easily think of three restaurants on that list that fall well short of this place. Bravo. Come one, come all. read more

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I've been to Pylos once years ago and had a good experience. With just so many places to try in the city, repeat visits don't often happen. Totally regretting that for this place though. My girlfriend wanted to come here for her birthday dinner and of course we all happily obliged. It ended up being an incredible meal from start to finish and so much more amazing than I remembered! ! The restaurant is pretty tight and narrow but classy, simple and beautiful, with a ceiling adorned with clay pots. Perfect for any occasion. Reservations definitely necessary though. We were provided with piping hot pita bread with this wonderful chickpea, lentil dip to start. Ugh, I could have eaten the whole plate myself. Serving it hot makes all the difference! The dip was also incredible and something I'd buy by the jar, if offered. We ended up going through two plates amongst the four of us. For apps, we split a bunch -- octopus, grape leaves, light as air meatballs, and a pear and arugula salad. These were incredible starters and I enjoyed every single one of them. The octopus was so, so tender and had just the right level of acidity from the balsamic. The grape leaves were stuffed with well seasoned ground veal and had a nice nutty flavor from the pine nuts but I could have done without the lemon sauce. The meatballs contained the perfect blend of slices and were some of the best I've ever had. They were indeed light as air! And the salad? Also one of the best salads ever. I couldn't get enough of it. The incredible balsamic honey vinaigrette coated the arugula lightly and it was so, so good with the generous amount of pistachios, pear and sheep's milk cheese. I could eat this everyday! For entrees, we split the lamb shank, pistachio crusted stripe bass and the moussaka. The moussaka was the least memorable -- I found it to be too mushy. The other two were solid though. The lamb was fall off the bone tender and had an addicting accompanying bean and garlic puree. The bass was cooked well with an equally amazing accompanying chard and spinach mixture to provide more flavor. So good. At this point, we could barely move but the desserts seemed light enough, hha. We had the custard filled phyllo triangles(so crisp!) and the Greek yogurt+cream custard(so creamy!). Both desserts were indeed very light and the perfect end to the meal. If I had to redo this meal, I'd order the exact same dishes. Everything was incredible and I will be returning again sooner than later. read more

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I went there to have lunch with two friends on a Saturday afternoon. Inside of restaurant is well decorated and seat are pretty comfortable. It has a bar in the back of the restaurant so you can grab a drink with friend and chill there. We ordered two appetizers (octopus and fish roe dip ~ they were yummy) to share and each of us ordered a main entree. Me and my another friend ordered the same ~ lamb chops because we just wanted to try it. It didn't disappoint us my another friend ordered the grilled whole fresh fish which was not bad. Service is attentive and very friendly. I recommended it if you like Greek and it's good for a date and a small group. I may want to go back to try their dinner as well. read more

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Wow this was a tough one. I would have given it 5 stars hands down but our waitress was a wierdo. We were at the "bar" having wine - and waiting on one person - but we weren't going to go to a table, we were planning on eating there yet the waitress refused to take our food order. It was insane. Baffling. Minus one star for that I was hungry. The food - AMAZING. Wow. We just ordered lots of apps - but did the job and every bite was delicious. The Greek salad - I'm not a fan of Feta, I could not get enough of this salad. The cheese in the pot was amazing, the pita and spreads , I don't remember everything I ordered but it was all delicious - actually the calamari was not that delicious compared to everything else - but damn, I'm impressed Pylos. You got me. read more

I'd yet to find a Greek place I loved in the city. Until someone recommended Pylos. I saw they took reservations so figured why not. And oh my, was I happy I gave it a shot. Tucked around the corner from the bustling 7A, it's a nice cozy spot. I loved the decor as we walked in, the ceiling comprised of clay pots. I'll admit I was a little worried they might fall off. Thankfully not the case (whew). The first time I went, we had the Horiatiki salad, which was the classic Greek village salad. It was good and fresh... but like my salad mixed up a bit more. It was essentially big chunks of fresh tomatoes, onions, cucumbers, olives, and feta cheese, along with some capers and a dressing of olive oil and red wine. It was not quite what we were expecting. On my second visit, we instead tried the maroulosalata. AMAZING. I may just get that occasionally to go. Best salad I've had in a long time. It was basically lettuce, dill, scallions and feta all diced up into small bits drizzled with extra-virgin olive oil and fresh lemon dressing. So good. I'd forego dessert in favor of space for this (serious business!). The second visit we also tried the saganaki tou merakli, which was basically just three greek cheeses melted in a clay pot. But when has cheese ever *really* been basic? It was melted just to the point that the cheese was slightly crispy on the top. Ah perfection. I'd recommend rationing your bread they bring you with their hummus instead to go with the cheese, as the one thing I'll say is I really do not like their hummus. It's lumpy and lacks flavor. Call me a hummus snob. For a main course, the pasticcio wins every time. I just can't try something different. I'm hooked. It's like a Greek version of a lasagna. If you haven't tried it yet, you must. MUST! They do not skimp on portion size, for sure, and the good news? It reheats mighty fine, so order away. This is a great spot for dates, family visits, or any special occasion. read more

Pylos - Pasticcio - Greek Near Me - New York, New York

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This place is the absolute best!!! The food is soo delicious that you'll ne thinking about it long after you leave the restaurant. The staff is also super friendly and knowledgeable. Soo glad I came back here, and can't wait to return! read more

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We just had our anniversary dinner here.. for our first sit down dinner of the year..! It was fanstastic and we were so blown away! Each course is delicately prepared with the perfect balance of flavor. We especially love the artichoke mussaka and the fall off the bone whole fish. Come and support this gorgeous restaurant! read more

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Had a delicious dinner at Pylos, our waitress Trish was very attentive and Tim was on top of busing. iI enjoyed the delicious and juicy Chicken Ladoregano, was cooked perfectly. It came with their lemon potatoes and mixed vegetables, I would definitely come back again! read more

If you are interested in trying out Mediterranean food, this is a good place to go. Walking into the restaurant, you feel like you are being transported into a different world. The ceiling is made of clay pots and the space feels Mediterranean. There were bench seats that included a variety of pillows and gave a homely and comfortable atmosphere. The service was very high quality, however, we were seated at a table that was too small for our party and when we asked, they said they were not able to accommodate an additional table. So we just had to squeeze together. There was a wine list as many other restaurants have but they were mostly Greek wines. None of us really knew what Greek wine was like but we ended up loving it. Highly recommend giving one a shot. We ordered several appetizers to share with our party: Poikillia - trio of Greek dipping sauces Pitakia - savory phyllo pastries Fried zucchini Three Greek cheeses melted in a clay pot Greek meatballs Large shrimp in a Greek red sauce Grilled octopus Greek salad Everything was amazing, except for the Greek salad which was "Meh" compared to everything else. My favorite being the trio of dipping sauces with the fresh warm pita. Without a doubt delicious. For my main course I had the honey braised pork shank.....WOW. It was cooked to perfectly and the roasted vegetables were also amazing. Highly recommend all the food I tried as well as this restaurant. read more

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After passing Pylos' beautiful dining area and reading so many fantastic reviews, this spot jumped to the top of my destination list. The restaurant denoted its culinary point of view as "rustic Greek home cooking", which it truly personified. The elegant, yet homey space included several intimate tables and a large wooden block island for large groups. This party space overlooked a massive wine showcase, which gave off the impression that you were eating in someone's kitchen. The ceiling was adorned with clay pots, also accentuating this country-style theme. My friend and I were blessed with a fantastic server that enlightened us on the Greek wine list and provided friendly recommendations on the food menu as well. We placed our order and chatted over a large complimentary plate stacked high with warm pita points and a savory red pepper hummus spread. We began our meal with the Htapothi Scharas - slices of grilled, marinated octopus with capers and a balsamic reduction glaze. The octopus was expertly crisp and devoid of any chewiness, but the balsamic reduction had sadly been over-cooked, giving the dish a subtly charred flavor. My entree of Poached Salmon was perfectly cooked. As is typical with poached preparations, my fish was on the bland side, but I knew that would be the case when I ordered it. However, it was served over an unbelievable spinach-rice pilaf. The topping sauce of sun-dried tomatoes and olives was briny, tart, and hearty all at once. The dish was very rustic and possessed a Mediterranean flare. My friend's Organic, Boned Chicken Farci was beyond tender. A lightly crisped skin added texture to the juicy meat within. The chicken was stuffed with sweet raisins, rosemary, thyme and Kasseri cheese. It was served with Briam, which was a marinaded mixture of zucchini, eggplant, and potatoes. The large portion was comforting and fantastic. Pylos provided us with a complete meal in a dazzling environment. It was a great way to begin our evening out on the town. read more

Having not spent much time so far wandering through Alphabet City, I'm a bit envious of all the great eating spots scattered around here. I had heard about Pylos from a friend who raved about all the lamb offerings, especially the baby lamb chops, and the fluffy pita bread and hummus they provide as a complimentary starter. Naturally, I decided not to go with any of the lamb items, and ordered the braised short ribs instead. These flopped off the bone with a mere prod of the fork. The mashed potatoes came packed with chunks of rich mushrooms. I suppose I can be called a pretty big eater, but this was made even more evident when I basically cleaned my dish, while my friends, who had ordered some variation of salad/wine, had enough leftovers to pack up for lunch the next day. It's a little pricey, but I wouldn't hesitate coming here for a birthday dinner. And I like that they take reservations, so if you plan ahead, you won't have to wait for a table. NEXT TIME: shrimp and scallop noodles; tower of phyllo triangles; lamb shank; pistachio crusted fish; moussaka read more

This eatery is known for delicious Greek cuisine and it definitely does a great job owning up to the title! Despite our 45 minute minute wait and having to eat at what they call the "community table" - which is a huge round table where they place people when all the conventional tables are taken, I had a good dining experience at this establishment. The greeters were a bit rude and full of false hope as they kept telling us - "15 more minutes" which turned into triple that time. But, our actual waitress( and I wish I remembered her name) was absolutely great! She is truly the definition of what "good service" should be - attentive, knowledgeable, kind hearted, and simply honest. She gave her recommendations and when we inquired about something on the menu, she gave us a full breakdown on it with her very own opinion. Now, let me dive into the yummy in my tummy portion... For an appetizer, we ordered the grilled octopus which was good, but I expected more due to the raving reviews I read. I'm a huge fan of grilled octopus and tasted many, but this one wasn't anything to write home about for me. The Greek salad - amazing! It was just fresh and the dressing mixed with the herbs was a great complement. For my entree, I had the Moussaka which is layers of sauteed eggplant, zucchini and potato baked in a clay dish with ground meat sauce and bechamel. When I tell you, it was one of the best things I've ever eaten, just simply mouthwatering! I think I could have that dish everyday and not get tired of it! Oh, and I had the other half the next day -- tasted even better than at the restaurant. All in all, this spot has great ambiance and food as well as service( for the most part). I would definitely recommend Pylos if your taste buds are calling for Greek cuisine, but do be sure to make a reservation in advance! :) read more

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Boyfriend took me here for my birthday dinner because he saw it had haloumi on the menu and knew I'd be sold. He was right. I'm a big fan of Greek food, but this isn't really a place for family style Greek food. I'd like to think it's a bit more classy Greek food (classier than like Taverna Kyclades or Souvlaki GR etc). We ordered the fried zucchini and eggplant and haloumi to start. They also brought out warm pita and their version of a hummus (ok it didn't taste like a hummus but I wasn't sure what else to call it). The pita was piping hot and the dip it came with was okay, but I liked dipping the pita in the tzatziki that came with our zucchini and eggplant. The haloumi was my favorite - it was fried with grapes and that gave it a sweet pairing with the cheese. I wasn't a big fan of the zucchini and eggplant (I just don't like those vegetables) but my boyfriend enjoyed them a lot. For our entrees we got the lamb chops and the branzino grilled fish and a side of roasted potatoes. The lamb chops come with a side of fried potatoes and eggplant but when you order the grilled fish the waiter warns you that it doesn't come with anything. Sides are around 6-12$ each, so while it's not expensive, keep in mind that you might be paying a prettier penny than usual when eating here. You can asked for the fish deboned as well but you know it's gonna be a best effort. My boyfriend enjoyed his lamb (I'm not a big lamb fan) and I had a small bite and it was cooked very well. The fish I had came with this olive oil sauce and lemon, and it was cooked very well. I enjoyed the pairing with roasted potatoes (I'm a sucker for lemon roasted potatoes). We also split a dessert - these triangles with a cream filled inside and drizzled in honey. The honey was a bit overwhelming but we still enjoyed it. This was a great meal if you're looking for some classier Greek food. I'll probably stop by again when I'm not craving a gyro. read more

Pylos - Greek Near Me - New York, New York

High quality, authentic Greek. Made reservations for my mom's birthday. Seated promptly. Everything was delish. Reminded me very much of my trip to Greece. Started off with a salad and grilled octopus. All the ingredients were high quality you could taste it, see it and feel it. I had the lamb with roasted veggies husband had a steak and my sister and mom the pastichio. All and all not just a dinner but experience. Service staff were very attentive refilling our beverages and making sure we had everything we needed. read more

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A popular spot for an intimate date as well as a dinner with friends. I went back with 4 other friends and had a good time. Everybody was impressed with the ceiling made with jars. Poikilia: very fresh, especially the fish roe dip, which I thoroughly loved. Roasted beets with mint/feta: interesting combination of flavors. Artichoke hearts moussaka: very good, and very sizable. Lamb shank: a huge serving of tender meat right out of the bone. Braised short ribs: three big chunks of delicious beef. Branzino: gigantic, although kinda plain. Salmon: just ok; not particularly flavorful. Wild stripe bass: like the salmon, not much of a flavor, here. Overall, the place is solid, and although I definitely preferred the meat entrees over seafood, servings are beyond generous, and the quality of their dishes is legit. I would totally go back. read more

I don't usually crave lamb meat, but the lamb meat from Pylos I can have all day, everyday. The interior, ambiance, service, and food were all really great, and I would rank it as one of the best Greek restaurants in the city. It wasn't too cheap, but not crazy expensive either, and I would recommend it to be a fantastic place to have a date. A friend and I got a glass of wine each, grilled octopus and pita bread with tzatziki sauces as appetizer, and lamb chop and chicken for main dish, and we left feeling not incredibly full, but perfectly satisfied. Two dishes that I think you MUST get at any Greek restaurant are octopus and lamb, only because in the past, the restaurants that have executed them well turned out to be a well-rounded Greek restaurant in general. Pylos nailed both dishes so I'm excited to go back! If anything I wish the tables weren't so close to each other - I could hear a little bit too well how a couple's first date was going at the table right next to mine. Compared to what we payed, I wasn't completely blown away, and that's why I gave it 4 stars. read more

Pylos - Greek Near Me - New York, New York

A friend came into town and remembered that this was one of her favorite places for Greek food when she lived here 6 years ago so of course, we had to go. Overall, kudos on ambience, decor, service, and the FOOD. We split 3 appetizers and a main dish: Shrimp - probably my favorite dish because of the creamy sauce Octopus - delicious with the capers and balsamic sauce but probably not the best I have ever had Meatballs - i thought these were okay, menu said they were light as air but I've had meatballs at Carmine's that I think are way lighter and tastes better Moussaka with beef - hearty dish and great for sharing Overall, we probably spent about $40 each which I think is a steal for a good meal at a fine establishment. Service was top notch and the waitress really knew the menu and was able to give her honest suggestions. This is a small place with one row of seats in the front and one row of seats in the back and a communal table. My only suggestion is that they change the stools at the communal table (which is marble, very nice) - they are so uncomfortable if you are going to be sitting down for a long time and eating. Loved the brick walls and clay pots hanging from the ceiling. read more

First of all thanks to all the Yelp reviewers for the great reccomendation!!! This place was exactly how I had hoped for it to be for the special ocassion. I went here Monday night with my fiancee for his Birthday dinner. I had made a reservation few nights back for 8:00 pm. We arrived 10 min late, but the hostess showed no irritation at all, they seated us as soon as we got there. The restaurant was beautiful, the decor had a greek charm, the ambience and lightings were very romantic and the staffs were great. We decided to start with a greek wine (limnio porto carras) that our waiter reccomended. Followed by Salmon Cake for appetizer to share. They also served us a complementary greek bread and a dip. For entree, i ordered the 'garides kai hteniame slatsa ouzo servirismena me hilopites'. The shrimp, scallops over the greek egg noddle was delicious. My fiancee ordered 'cretan-honey braised lamb shank' which he enjoyed very much. The portions were pretty big. We had absolutely no room for dessert. But it was a birthday dinner and I had already told the hostess about it when I made the reservation. So, they served us 'christos' towering galaktobourekakia', these traditional greek dessert triangles with a candle and a birthday song. Very tasty! Overall we had a great expeience with this place. We will definiely be going back again. read more

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This restaurant is unbelievably excellent. It was an accidental find, one which I came across in New York Magazine. I was scrambling to find a restaurant for dinner with friends after our original choice had no tables available between 3:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. The day before the get-together, I stumbled across the Pylos listing on New York Magazine; confirmed its decency on Yelp (thanks, guys!) and made a reservation. The only table they had for our medium-sized party was at 5 p.m., so when we arrived the restaurant was basically empty. It is a very small establishment, but very well-kept. The clay pots hanging from the ceiling make for an interesting decorative touch. Since it was mild outside, the restaurant had left the wide glass front doors open, and our table was situated right where the restaurant met the street. It was very nice. Our waiter was attentive without being overbearing, and was helpful at explaining the selection of wine and Greek beer when people in my party asked about them. The staff also offered to close the front doors for us as it got colder out, which we gratefully accepted. To do this, they had to move our table and we had to get up and walk to the back of the restaurant, but it was worth it. Once ensconced at our table again, everything was quite cozy, and we could still people-watch without being cold. The food on the menu is exceptional. We started off with several appetizers, including a platter of Greek yogurt, eggplant and roe with pita bread; veal-stuffed grape leaves, of which I did not partake, so I have to take my dining companions' words that they were good; and fried zucchini, which I enjoyed, although the portion was so enormous I couldn't finish it. Dinner consisted of poached salmon for yours truly, leg of lamb for Friend 1, lamb chops for Friend 2, fish with lemon and capers for Friend 3, and some sort of seared steak and potatoes concoction for Friend 2's husband. Words do not do justice to my wonderful salmon dish, which included rice with spinach, and was garnished with a sprig of dill. I would definitely trek back to the East Village for this dish. We were offered a dessert menu at the conclusion of dinner, but we were all so full that we didn't end up even glancing at it. Instead, we walked across the street to the Big Gay Ice Cream Shop and contemplated that massive line of people waiting for ice cream on what had turned into a genuinely cold October evening. Since I love Greek food, I am so glad that I found Pylos. The restaurant, while small, is quite cozy, and the staff seems dedicated to ensuring that all diners have a pleasant experience. I did not think that anything could compare with that Greek restaurant extraordinaire, Eos in Stamford, Conn., but Pylos is now vying for the top spot in my gastronome's heart. This is truly a great find amongst New York's great restaurants. read more

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Made me wait outside while my table was ready for seating. That is a failure of decency and accommodation. Food was fine. Good Greek food. Nothing exceptional. Waiting service was notably thoughtful and charismatic. Decent ambiance. Not in a rush to come back, but don't regret going either. read more

I went on a date here for the first time about 2 years ago and have been a loyal customer ever since! I love the warm, upbeat atmosphere. We typically order a bunch of appetizers to share with the table. 5-6 are plenty to fill a group of 4. I can't get enough of the Saganaki! Order Diane's Light-As-Air Meatballs to dip in the Saganaki cheese. It's absolute heaven. The Piperia Gemisti Me Kafteri Feta are delish - roasted red peppers stuffed with yummy feta cheese! I love beets and really enjoy the mint/feta mousse they pair with the beets in the Patzaria Psita Me Kopanisti Apo Feta Kai Dyosm. Their traditional Greek Salad is also good. Everything comes proportionate to share. I have only been able to try 2 of the desserts and have unable to tear myself away from them to try anything else. Christos' Towering Galaktobourekaki are delicious custard-filled pastries drenched in honey and cinnamon. The Mouzo is a creamy, chocolate mousse spiked with Ouzo. read more

Pylos - Saganaki!! (not the best pic, but it still looks DELISH!!) - Greek Near Me - New York, New York

Really, I haven't had anything I don't like from this rustic restaurant that serves traditional Greek cuisine. Their complimentary pita is warm and fluffy, served with a truly delicious bean and olive oil dip. You can get even fancier by ordering their poikilia, a trio of fancy dipping sauces--a fish roe dip for those that like things salty, a yogurt dip for those that like something tangy, and a grilled eggplant and olive oil dip for those that like a little bit of texture. Some other appetizers that I consider scene-stealers would be their classic grilled octopus which has the perfect bounce and char, plus their three Greek cheeses melted together in a hot clay pot--REALLY cheesy and smelly (in the good cheese way). Their entrees are a very decent size, especially for the price. The braised pork shank was pretty good, but the lamb shank was even better and more tender. I have also tasted the lamb chops and short rib--both great. My favorite, however, was the whole branzino--so fresh and less heavy. It comes with a simple olive oil and lemon juice dipping sauce that I love--don't know why I don't do this myself at home more often. I also really enjoyed the shrimp and sea scallops in a creamy tomato sauce. Again, pretty big portion size for this! The menu has this over egg noodles but both times I've ordered this, they easily let me substitute the noodles with spinach-rice pilaf. Service is great. read more

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