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    Telio restaurant

    3.4 (237 reviews)
    ModerateGreek, Mediterranean
    Open 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Shrimp and Scallop kabob
    Tamara L.

    We came to celebrate my mom's 3/4 of a century birthday! My parents raved about the meal. I thought my dish was a little overpriced all be it good. The dip platter was our favorite! Glad telio has found a new home. Will have to be back!

    Jessy L.

    We didn't get a chance to try the food here, but I still feel compelled to share our experience. We arrived at 5:20 pm on a Saturday night. The restaurant was not crowded -- a few people at the bar, one group at a table, and several visibly open seats. From the moment we walked in, the interaction felt unwelcoming. Upon seeing our 18-month-old in a stroller, the host immediately seemed guarded before any conversation about reservations or seating had even begun. When asked, we explained that we didn't have a reservation and were meeting friends for a drink during happy hour. He noted happy hour ended at 6 pm, which worked perfectly for us. He suggested the bar and asked how many were in our party -- four adults and one toddler. What followed felt like a series of barriers rather than an attempt to accommodate. We were told they only had high tables (fine -- our toddler could sit on our lap), then that there were only seats for two at the bar, and then questioned about what we planned to do with the stroller. We explained it was small, compact, and could be folded and kept beside us. At no point did the host attempt to look at options or offer solutions, despite the restaurant being mostly empty. Instead, each response felt like another reason we shouldn't be there, making it clear that we were viewed more as a nuisance than as customers welcome to spend money and support a neighborhood restaurant. This was especially disappointing given how family-oriented the Upper West Side is. I completely understand that restaurants get busy and that Saturday nights can be challenging, and not every restaurant is going to be as supportive of having a child during the busy dinner hours (whether I like it or not), but this was early evening, we planned to stay briefly, and we would have been gone well before the dinner rush due to an early bedtime. We ended up finding a busy restaurant around the corner that was more than happy to seat all five of us. We enjoyed a few glasses of wine, shared appetizers, and were surrounded by other families -- and we were out before the rush. I'm not saying don't go to Telio, in fact, I would try again! But first impressions matter, and I hope they reconsider how they welcome families who live just around the corner and want to support local businesses, even if only for a quick drink.

    Salad with just the right amount of feta and dressing...neither drowning in dressing nor dry as a desert

    I'm complete baffled by these mixed reviews. I had a LOVELY dinner here with food that was absolutely scrumptious! The atmosphere was warm and cozy; the drink intoxicating; and the food? CHEF'S KISS!!! Staff were friendly and appropriately attentive. I will be back.

    Proposis
    Risa K.

    Telio on Broadway is the perfect neighborhood spot for anyone craving hearty, authentic Greek-Mediterranean cuisine with a touch of Italian flair. Recently relocated and refreshed, the space feels bright and inviting, with plenty of room for a relaxed dinner. We started with the Greek salad, Brussel sprouts to die for, oysters, lentil soup and Shrimp Saganaki --both standout appetizers. For main course - we had the homemade crab/lobster ravioli, Seafood pasta, Imam Bayildi stuffed eggplant with onions, tomatoes and mushrooms seasoned perfectly, & filet of sole. Service was friendly and efficient, prices are reasonable for the portion sizes and quality, and the overall vibe makes it great for families, dates, sport night or casual nights out. They have a full bar - their proposis wine is my favorite. It's not overly fancy, but reliably delicious--a true UWS staple. Highly recommend if you're in the area!

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    Dani D.

    Unfortunately super mid not fresh tasting food. It's weird they must be using the same vendors or something in the space and the older male owners just sit around drinking and guffawing loudly.

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    Staff was so gracious and hospitable. Food is excellent and atmosphere is beautiful. Overall, a wonderful dining experience!!

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    Very tasty, fresh ingredients, well seasoned, great ambiance, wonderful service, so happy we have this restaurant in the neighborhood

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