George was the best. super comfortable and professional 100 percent recommend coming here. Food was amazing.

The food was actually decent, so this review pains me to write... but apparently my stomach and this gyro platter had a personal disagreement. I had a 5:30 PM bus to catch out of Manhattan, and instead of enjoying the city one last time, I found myself sprinting through the streets like I was in a movie...but looking for the nearest bathroom. I barely made it into a random bar before my stomach completely declared war. I made it back to my bus 3 minutes before it pulled away, still sweating, cramping, and questioning every life decision that led me to this meal. That was one of the most stressful travel experiences I've had. To make matters worse, my friend took a bowl to go, and later texted me saying he was suffering too. So it wasn't just me having a rough time after eating here. Maybe this was just a one-off, but after almost missing my bus because my digestive system decided to stage a full-blown revolt, I don't think I'll be taking that gamble again. Be careful eating here especially if you have plans to travel. read more

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I stopped by the Hudson Yards location for lunch and was honestly blown away. We started with the spicy feta dip, and it was incredible. It was packed with flavor, and the warm pita that came with it was just as good. For my main dish, I ordered the chicken souvlaki pita, and it was fantastic. The chicken was juicy, flavorful, and the portion was generous, especially for around $16. The food came out really fast, our waitress was super friendly, and the clean Mediterranean vibe made it a great lunch spot. I'll definitely be back. read more

The Gyro Project - Spicy Feta Dip - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

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Ordered delivery. Ordered chicken on the beet salad it was two tiny pieces and didnt have flavor. The gyro combo was a little better with flavor but not much food for the price. I wouldn't do delivery again. read more

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Came here on a Monday night and was able to get a table for one without a wait. They share the space with the Mexican place next door, basically split in half and share the bar. The food was big portions and tasted so fresh. The chicken was so moist. The hummus and pita appetizer was great, the pita was crunchy and the right temp. My only complaint would have been I wish my fries were hot and not luke warm. The tzatziki was more of a sour cream base which I loved, Im not a fan of runny tzatziki Would def recommend and come back myself! Another plus is that the drinks were great! My server Georgios was great, very friendly and attentive! read more

I absolutely loved Taverna by The Gyro Project. I had made the reservation for dinner on the last day of the Yelp Event and from booking the reservation on Open Table to making sure the restaurant received said reservation (called them to make sure - it also snowed pretty heavily on the day, so wanted to make sure they were open), to running late due to traffic - the staff was very helpful and very pleasant. Through the Event, we were able to order 2 drinks (one each), 1 shared appetizer, 2 entrees and 1 shared desert. My friend and I both had the red sangria, which wasn't too sweet and hit the spot nicely. We shared the grilled octopus - it was very delicious - and we had the Portokalopita (SO GOOD 10/10) for the desert. For the mains, we ordered the lamb chops and the beef & lamb gyro platters. Loved everything - the portion size, the taste and texture of the meat - tender, juicy and very tasty. Their Greek fries were also a hit, as well as the pita that's brought out for the table. Paul, our waiter, was incredibly sweet, polite and attentive. From the second we were seated down, he explained to us the menu and what would be excluded from the Yelp menu (just one thing, lol). I appreciated not being rushed and being able to take our time and enjoy ourselves. Given that the meal was comped, I wanted to make sure that Paul was taken care of, so it was nice that he was also appreciative of the well-deserved gratuity. The restaurant shares a space with a Mexican restaurant right next door - we were seated in the back where there was a curtain separating part of the two spaces. Overall, it is also spacious, modern-looking and cozy, with typical decor depicting the Evil Eye and other Greek cultural elements. There is a separate and decent size bar upon walking in to the right, so that's also always a nice option to have for some individuals. Thank You Yelp for the event opportunity! Thoroughly enjoyed, highly recommend and will return! read more

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Came here with a friend on a dinner date. Place looks friendly and casual. We were seated at a high top table. Our waiter was super friendly and helpful with weighing our menu options. First we started with a beverage, my friend ordered a French 75 and I got a Greek red wine. The dinner started with the Grilled Octopus, which was flavorful and a hint of spicy. The entrees consisted mostly of kebabs, souvalaki platters, gyros. I would've love to see a fish option. My entree was the Steak kabob, nicely cooked but a bit oversalted to my liking. For dessert, the Portokalopita, a zesty orange dessert with cream was delicious and fluffy. I would come back just for this! Unbeknownst to me until I went to the bathroom, they share the space with Nizuc, the restaurant next door. Overall a cute spot with chill vibes if you're in the area. read more

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My Yelp invite coincided with my booking near my birthday, and it ended up being a really good birthday gift. I love this spot. I had the chicken souvlaki, and my partner ordered the lamb chops. She also ordered the Greek honey cheese, the grilled halloumi cheese, which we had with pita bread. I definitely went heavy on the pita, and we finished the meal with baklava. My drink was called the Red Rum, and she had the Loux Lemonade and later the pink flamingo. Our total came out to just under $100, so keep in mind this is modern NYC pricing for a couple's night out. The space is really cozy, with friendly staff who genuinely try to make the occasion feel special. They even put a candle on my baklava for dessert, which was a nice touch. read more

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Lovely food and great service! The restaurant is not that big, and it shares space and bathrooms with a Latino restaurant (which occupies a much larger space), but it's cosy and has nice vibes. The bathrooms are shared, and they're very clean and spacious, which is always a plus in my book. The prices are very reasonable, and we enjoyed everything we had. read more

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I came with a group of 3 friends for a casual dinner on a Monday night and absolutely loved this place! We originally wanted to go to The Gyro Project itself but it felt a little too fast casual, so when I heard there was a sister restaurant that offers a full sit down experience, I knew this was the spot we had to go to! Getting a reservation was very easy, even with only a day notice. The space is large, feels open, and has a very cute but casual vibe. They have some eating indoors and outdoors. Our waitress was very nice and patient with us while we balanced deciding what to order and got lost in conversation catching up with each other. They offered us a drinks menu and a few people in our table opted to try some of the beer which they liked. For food we got a few things for the table but I tried the below: - Fried Calamari: generous portion! Came with a delicious spicy aioli as well as some marinara sauce. The calamari had a little too much batter for my taste but it was cooked well and did not feel too oily. Very good app to share! - Horiatiki salad: I ordered this for myself and added some chicken souvlaki for extra protein. Very refreshing and light! The salad was definitely on the heavier side for the onions but thankfully they were not super pungent. The chicken was delicious, it came very hot, was tender, and very flavorful! Very high quality veggies. - Chicken souvlaki plate: similarly, very good chicken! Fantastic seasoning. This is was very generously portioned. It came with two souvlaki, fries, salad, pita, and tzaitziki (which can be replaced for another one of the dips if there are dietary restrictions). The pita was also delicious, it went very well with the creamy and refreshing tzaitziki. Very filling. Forgot to picture since I was too hungry. - Greek yogurt: amazing dessert! This is not their fro-yo version that they have at the Gyro Project locations which I've been dying to try. However, this was delicious as well! The yogurt was creamy, like the richest, most decadent yogurt I've had. The yogurt came topped with generous amounts of honey and these honey soaked cherries?, and walnuts which provided the perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and nutty. Amazing and felt pretty healthy! Overall, I really liked my experience here. The menu is varied and offers options for everyone. I was particularly surprised by the prices and how fair they are for the portion sizes and higher quality of food! It's rare nowadays in this city to find deals this good. This is a perfect place for a casual bite with friends if you want a little bit more of an elevated and cute ambiance without the hefty price tag. Also, the menu is very healthy and leaves you full but not heavy. Will definitely note this place for future gatherings with friends. Highly recommend! read more

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I came here with a friend and had an amazing time! We arrived right at opening and service is impeccable. Everyone greeted us well and made sure our experience was comfortable. The restaurant is very fancy with lots of seating. It would be perfect for both small and large parties. We placed our order and the food came soon after. We started off with the Grill Haloumi. They were a little rubbery in my opinion, and I would try another appetizer next time. The entree platter however was delicious! I got the beef and lamb gyro platter and they were generous with the serving. The lemon potatoes were nice and citrusy, the meat tender and juicy. I did think the dish overall was a bit oily, but the citrus does help cut through the fat. We ended out with the portokalopita, and this cake was spongey and sweet. Definitely a great way to end this filling meal. I'm so happy I got to try The Gyro Project, and would definitely recommend! read more

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I've been to the fast casual gyro project so I was curious what their full service restaurant would be like. It is a very nicely decorated space that feels spacious but also intimate at the same time. The staff were very friendly. I had the octopus tentacle for an appetizer which was very tender, but a tiny bit over seasoned. My pork Slovakia was juicy and a fair portion for the price. I did enjoy the orange sponge cake, though other iterations of it have been more moist in the past though this was pretty good. It's a nice spot to go to. If you're in the area I need to sit down place that isn't too pricey. read more

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This spot is an amazing sit down version of the gyro project with a clean aesthetic and roomy atmopshere. Highly recommend coming here and getting the kebab platter and octopus as both were amazing and perfectly seasoned. The octupus comes with a beautiful yellow sauce made from capers that I could not get over. The service was attentive and fast with all the dishes. Huge portions! read more

The Gyro Project - Grilled octopus - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

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I want to shout out how juicy every dish was! I get worried at times since some of the meats at other soulvaki spots can get dry but these were the exact opposite. The octopus and beef & lamb gyro were some of the best I've ever had! Can't wait to come back read more

The Gyro Project - Octopus - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

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This restaurant is a little far from the train station but the walk was not too bad. Hostess was very friendly and welcoming when we arrived. Restaurant is nicely decorated with very cozy vibes. We ordered the grilled octopus as our appetizer. Octopus was very tender and delicious but the sauce with capers were a tad too salty. For the main I ordered the pork souviaki platter and it was a huge platter. My friend ordered the steak kebab platter and on both entrees they were very generous portions. My meat needed a little more seasoning but was super tender. Steak kebab came out perfectly seasoned and very good as well. Greek yogurt with honey and walnut was a perfect ending to a very delicious meal. Wait staff were very attentive and came to check up on us from time to time so that was a very nice touch. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Got the OG Fro yo with the sour cherries and Greek yogurt flavored yogurt. It was everything I wanted it to be. However, it was selling like hotcakes when I went so make sure you go before the influencers get to it. Will definitely a stop I make more as the weather heats up. read more

One of my favorite foods is the gyros, so I was super excited to try out The Gyro Project! Their menu has a great variety, including apps and shareables, soups, salads, fries, pita wraps and bowls, sandwiches and platters, and desserts. We ordered: +the Spanakopita Spring Rolls - crispy spring rolls filled with spinach and cheese, served with tzatziki +Greek Croquettes - filled with kefalotiri cheese and drizzled with Mike's Hot Honey +the OG Fries - handcut fries topped with crumbled feta cheese, lemon juice, and oregano +a Pita wrap - you have the option of beef & lamb gyro, chicken gyro, chicken souvlaki, pork souvlaki, steak kebab, or falafel; I went for the beef & lamb; sauces include tzatziki, spicy feta, hummus, Greek Goddess, TGP sauce, hot harissa, or just opting out of them all; comes topped with tomatoes, onions, and fries, but get the fries on the side +a cup of Greek Yogurt topped with phyllo crumbs, walnuts, and honey +and, a Baklava Note that you could go ham in terms of adding addition sides, such as gigante beans, pickled beets, lemon potatoes, a Mediterranean salad, dolmades, chickpeas, kalamata olives, shaved kefalotiri, etc.! Staff were friendly and super efficient! Super spacious and ample seating, as it they took over the space of what was once Nizuc. +shareables +made-to-order items +don't sleep on their desserts! +friendly staff & efficient service +ample seating read more

Great place to stop by for an elevated casual dinner! My favorite was the spicy feta dip and the grilled halloumi. All the plates were easy to share. The orange cake was too sweet for me personally but I still liked the orange, citrusy flavor that was infused in the cake. read more

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Wow! This place hit all the right spots to scratch that Mediterranean itch. The falafel pita wrap was so fresh and rich. And the Souvlaki chicken wrap was truly the best in town. A lesser known spot but truly a place we will be going back to again and again! Ask for Vivian she's one of the best and made the whole experience from 10/10 to a 100/10. The restaurant is small but mighty! Give it a go! read more

The Gyro Project - Falafel Pita Wrap, Chicken Souvlaki Pita Wrap, and Hummus & Pita Bread - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

I ordered a lamb and beef gyro platter and it did not disappoint! The meat was delightfully spiced and not too dry, the fries were perfect, and the salad fresh. Friendly service and accessible entrance! read more

I've been to multiple gyro projects throughout New York. The quality is consistent throughout all of them. My favorite part is how crispy the actual pita is. The filling is a great balance of sauce too meat and fries. I haven't had a bad experience! read more

The steak was a little dry octopus was a bit overcooked lemon potatoes were quite good then non-alcoholic cocktails were terrible. servers are quite nice. Decorations are very standard. read more

I specifically came here because they cook their food in healthy oils and for the chicken gyro club. There was a little bit of a mixup but the situation worked itself out. I ended up bringing the club home back to NJ and stuck it in the air fryer the next day for dinner. The sandwich and fries were OUT.OF.THIS.WORLD - 10/10! I will definitely be back to one of their locations to get another one! read more

George - great service. Very friendly and respectful service. Would comeback again. Food was excellent.

Enjoyed a great meal with excellent service from Nick. Loved the ambiance of the restaurant and happy I stopped by. read more

The Gyro Project - Steak Kebab Platter - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

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Amazing service, amazing food, amazing place. Our server Vivian was so sweet and positive about everything. Would recommend 10/10, make this place famous. read more

The Gyro Project - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

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So happy to have the addition of this restaurant in our neighborhood! Sizable menu, generous portions, fresh and delicious ingredients. A very charming and well designed space as well! read more

Just got a gyro to go. Asked the manager if they have real shawarma, which they told me yes. When I opened the package my jaw dropped. It was filled with dried out, what looks like processed shreds of dog food. I've seen better meat in corner delis and street carts. No respectable place would call this a real shawarma read more

The Gyro Project - Beef & lamb gyro - Mediterranean Near Me - New York, New York

The food was phenomenal and so was the service. I had Greek croquettes as an appetizer and shared the small mixed grill. But don't let the name fool you! It's quite a feast. My friend and I were stuffed. We made room for the baklava for dessert. Highly recommend. read more

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Amazing food! A lot comes on the plate. Refreshing sides and good hot mains. George was a phenomenal server. Beautiful and clean inside!

My fiance and I had an amazing meal here. Excellent atmosphere and the food hit the spot perfectly. Our server George made our time here especially great. We will for sure be coming back! read more

A welcome new spot for locals, and definitely worth a try. We didn't exactly push the boundaries of adventure--settling on gyros (one beef, one falafel) and a spread of appetizer dips--but everything was fresh, well-prepared, and nicely presented. The hostesses couldn't have been friendlier or more welcoming, and the service kept pace without a hitch. The atmosphere has a cheerful, brand-new shine to it, and if you'd like to sit outside, they've got tables on the street (not the Avenue). All in all: tasty, easy, and worth coming back, especially if next time calls for branching out a little more! read more

Delicious food people would lot to come back for more with good service with family and friends Even delivery to ent at home to

Just ate a fantastic meal at Taverna. The eggplant appetizer and pita was delicious. The greek salad fresh and tasty. Atmosphere very nice.Waiter Nick was charming personable attentive and a superstar. Left him a great tip lol You must try this restaurant and ask fir Nicks section. David P read more

Food was very good and plentiful. Very reasonably priced. Service was very good. The ambience was much nicer than we had expected. Our first time here, but it won't be our last. read more

We loved the concept of a Greek "street food" taverna, as many Greek upscale restaurants have opened in the area but no really casual, accessible Greek places. Very fresh, delicious mezes and Greek wines. Highly recommend. read more

Food was so good. Dessert marvelous and our server Nick was warm and hospitable, well versed in the menu and just precious!