We stopped by The Greek on Main for lunch and immediately found it to be a warm and inviting spot. *AMBIANCE* Located on main st in Metuchen, street parking can be a bit tricky. We walked in for lunch and were immediately seated. Though they also take reservations on Resy. We came dressed casually though the vibe seemed a bit dressier with the dimly lit interior. The restaurant has a clean, modern feel while still maintaining the charm of a neighborhood eatery. *FOOD* The menu offers a great variety of Greek-inspired dishes made with fresh ingredients and bold flavors. I ordered the lobster gyro, which was absolutely delicious. The lobster was flavorful and the combination of ingredients came together nicely in the pita. The dish also comes with a side of fries. *SERVICE* The service was friendly and attentive throughout our lunch. Our waitress was welcoming and checked in periodically to make sure everything was going well. Overall, great experience all around and it's the type of place you'd want as a regular neighborhood favorite. I'd definitely return and look forward to trying more of the menu! read more

The Greek on Main - Greek Near Me - Metuchen, New Jersey

Will never go to a place that is racist and does not treat every patron equally. Especially a hungry well dressed patron who had along day at work and travelled so very sad. You just lost a customer read more

Look at the comment from the owner. Stood true to his values. Commenting on the review of a person who is a regular restaurant reviewer and has traveled to 40+ countries. This restaurant will close soon. The owner is a sick character who doesn't want to hear anything negative about his restaurant. I ended up with a terrible stomach ache after eating uncooked, stale food. When I complained to him about the quality of food, he asked me to go to a hospital. Apparently he can't stand insult and anything against his restaurant. For your health's safety DON'T go there. I've been to several Greek restaurants and this place can easily win the worst restaurant award. The food was horrible. Left very bad after taste. We had ordered calamari for appetizer and cold spread. Calamari was partially cooked and charred for the other part. If you prefer lemonade, they get you a bottled lemon drink that's like a soda. Chicken soup was bland, no salt, no taste of any sort. For main course, swordfish was so hard and terrible to eat, it tasted like a bitter medicine. You can't have more than a bite or two and look at the price that you pay. Even the cold spread, just the bread was soft but the spread were tasteless and awful. Definitely avoid visiting if you don't want to get sick! The dessert was a disaster as well, bitter tasting dessert. Excess of cocoa powder used, hard ice cream that won't melt even after 15 min. When the server asked for feedback, I gave her the frank feedback and she left saying that it was just my taste. For two people, amount was $165 minus drinks. All the emphasis was on the decor! read more

First, I'll say that the restaurant, ambience, and location are all top tier, however the food left much to be desired. The calamari, I sent back to the kitchen due to its very pungent smell and flavor. This is after inquiring about the ingredients and deducing that none should produce a flavor profile like it (Olive oil, lemon, salt, and pepper). The red snapper was delicious but the accompanying sides were not. Finally, the server didn't greet us, share his name, or explain an anything about the menu. FYI, they do not offer wine by the glass; only by the bottle. Lastly, I enjoyed the snapper so much that I wished to bring an order home to go. However, I was informed the kitchen was closed and they were leaving early (holiday). This was not explained prior and was odd because our check was still open, thus we were considering dessert. We just grabbed ice cream from somewhere close. Honestly, I won't be returning as a patron. read more

The Greek on Main - Grilled calamari - Greek Near Me - Metuchen, New Jersey

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First wow'd by the ambiance then again by the food. Highly recommend their clams and mussels which were incredibly flavorful and the perfect appetizer! The chicken shish was so juicy and paired so well with all the veggies, which were perfectly seasoned. Loved that I was full but did not feel bloated at all after this meal. read more

The Greek on Main - Greek Near Me - Metuchen, New Jersey

My friends and I come to Edison every year for an expo. On the Saturday always order from The Greek on Main for our dinner. 2 of our group ordered the tomato salad which was horrible. The tomatoes tasted as though they were previously frozen and thawed. It was so disappointing. read more

I'm a repeat customer who originally found The Greek on Main on Yelp and have returned several times specifically for the Astakomakaronada. It was consistently excellent and worth the drive. That dish is why I drove over 20 miles today -- and why this visit was so disappointing. The Astakomakaronada has been completely changed. What used to be a generous, well-balanced lobster pasta in a tomato cream sauce is now served with the pasta inside the lobster body, the lobster fully in the shell, and noticeably less pasta. At $52, the experience felt more like work than a meal. Cracking claws, digging for meat, and trying to stay clean in an all-white dining room is not what this dish used to be -- or what's still shown in Yelp photos. Less than a third of the way in, my napkin was already heavily soiled. I asked if the dish could be prepared the original way. The waitress kindly checked with the kitchen and told me the owner has decided this is now the only preparation. She offered a lobster gyro, which I declined, and removed the Astakomakaronada from my check. Still, I left hungry and on a time crunch, having to ask for a bag for my leftover salad and bottled water before heading to my next meeting. When a signature dish changes this drastically, expectations should be updated. Loyal customers return for consistency, and this experience fell short of what previously made this restaurant worth the drive. read more

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Delicious! Went here for lunch and loved it. We started with a shareable Greek salad which was great and not too hard to share. Sometimes trying that with a salad can be complicated. I got the salmon burger. It was not breaded. The burger fell apart as you were eating it. That's how you know it was good. They didn't use a bunch of egg or breast to glue it together like some places do. The patty was all fish. Does make it a little harder to eat. It wasn't the best choice for a business meeting. It came which fried and I forgot to ask for no salt. However they really didn't taste salty. Seemed like they seasoned it with something else. Something green. It was very chill for lunch. Their seats are super comfortable. Everything is white. I was actually afraid of making a mess. I will be back for dinner. read more

BYOB Greek restaurant with a variety of menu options that cater to all dietary restrictions (Vegetarian, pescatarian etc). Definitely recommend making a reservation in advance as it can get busy, especially in the summer (learnt the hard way). Cute, dimly lit interior. We started off with the pita and dips, mussels/clams and three cheese saganaki. The mussels were flavorful as well as the saganaki (specifically the halloumi). For the main, we originally wanted to share the whole red snapper, but since it was not available, we went for the Branzino which was also excellent. There were quite a few bones so just beware. Make sure to save room for dessert! read more

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We hosted a bridal shower at The Greek on Main and everything was absolutely wonderful from start to finish. The owner was incredibly accommodating, making the entire day completely stress-free--we truly felt taken care of throughout. The food was delicious--apps included calamari, spreads, and salad, and guests couldn't stop talking about how perfectly cooked the calamari was. For entrées, the salmon and chicken were the most popular choices, and both were cooked to perfection. The restaurant has been recently renovated, and the décor and ambiance truly speak for themselves. We kept it simple with bud vases on the tables, and it looked beautiful and perfectly suited for a bridal shower. The service was truly impeccable, and we couldn't have been happier with how everything turned out. It was a perfect day, and we will absolutely consider this restaurant again for future events. read more

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Always an excellent time here. We usually cater to my office from here and it almost never disappoints. Have probably catered at least 10x by now. The meat (souvlaki, chicken dishes, etc) and fish (salmon) are always good quality and delicious. Had the opportunity to dine in also which was great. Service was friendly. Ambiance is casual and local. We will keep ordering from here! read more

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Teddy and the crew are the best! Great food! Authentic Greek cuisine just like my Yia Yiai used to make with a modern twist! Teddy is the owner/chef and extremely friendly. His staff went above and beyond to make my private event amazing. Family style great Greek food and awesome vibe. Love this place ! Highly recommend!!! read more

Came here for a graduation celebration. The inside is dimly lit, with lots of seating options. We had a party of 6, and they were easily able to accommodate us. The appetizers were not too memorable, but the main dish, pork chop, was well cooked. The only issue I had was the price - it's definitely on the higher end, and the service was not as attentive as we had to consistently try to flag down a waiter. It's a nice spot for celebrations, and they have plenty of seating outside as well. We came for dinner, so the price is expectedly higher- I wonder if the lunch menu is better? A staple spot in Metuchen nonetheless, it has been on this street for many years for a reason. ty for reading :^) read more

My family has dined here twice so far & we honestly cannot get enough of the food here. The Greek on Main's take on upscale Greek dining is truly addicting and leaves even the pickiest of eaters satisfied. We dined in on New Year's Eve wanting a nice dinner to end the year on. My father insisted over and over he didn't like Greek food, and after trying one bite of the appetizers he took back those words immediately. A crowd favorite amongst our table was the grilled octopus - perfectly cooked, just the right amount of char, and overall beautifully done. We also got the dip sampler & consumed an ample amount of bread (dipped in Greek olive oil may I add - yum!!) so we were pretty full and resulted to sharing dishes for our mains. If you're unsure of what to order, look no further and order the pork chop. This chunk of meat was a showstopper and had our party asking the staff where they source their meat because it was that unbelievable. The pork chop melted in your mouth and was juicy, something completely uncommon for most pork chop dishes. Presented as a tomahawk, this main dish had the entire table wanting to hold the bone in their hands and eating like a caveman (but don't worry, we didn't!) The staff here are always patient and kind, and I loved the opportunity of dining in for a holiday because we got the opportunity to see the staff in flashy New Years accessories. I can't wait to eat through the menu and try everything The Greek on Main has to offer! read more

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Interesting greek restaurant trying to index toward high end BYOB. We had a nice server but she was not great. Had to ask to find her a few times and the trail of her perfume helped us locate her. Branzino was outstanding. Also, tried the short ribs which I would not recommend- it's was served off the bone and mixed in with orzo pasta and was like eating chef boyardee. The wine I picked out was outstanding however it would have been nice if the server poured one glass for us. Not sure Id recommend, maybe try lunch but dinner not so much. read more

Terrible service and low quality of food. Our server was rude and disrespectful. She never smiled once and was unfriendly. Glasses had stains on them. She was mad that we asked to switch the glasses. Food was also low quality and upset our stomach . read more

My boyfriend and I found ourselves hungry in Metuchen. So we went to The Greek On Main. The day we were there a cocktail mixologist was creating amazing drinks. I enjoyed two mocktails that were refreshing and delicious. The food was really good and the server was attentive. After our meal we received complimentary baklava which was a tasty surprise. I loved the baklava so much my boyfriend asked for a container to take home with us. Incredibly we weren't charged for it. I ate some in the car and finished the rest at home it was so good. A great experience and we both agreed we'd have to return. read more

Excellent Chicken Gyro sandwich for lunch. Always a great place for business meals with light Greek music in the background. The owner, Teddy, is very hospitable and has a great crew. Highly recommended! read more

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Came here for lunch and it was beautiful inside! Our Server was well knowledges on the menu and gave great recs to try out. Also had the grape leaves app and they were good! A little too citrusy for me but overall a great first time experience read more

The Greek on Main - Spicy Feta Dip - Greek Near Me - Metuchen, New Jersey

Went to this place on a Saturday night without reservations. It's BYOB and we were able to get seated for two in about 10 minutes. The food was okay- they have a vegetarian menu which was convenient. The service was a negative 5 out of ten. Our waitress, buse was less than enthused by our presence. She opened our bottle of wine, took our order and we didn't see her until we got our check. She opened the bottle of wine but didn't pour it, forgot our water but came back with a bottle but again didn't pour it, then never checked on us once. I couldn't tell if she was racist or just didn't want to be there. We asked for salt but that was never brought because she never came back. Otherwise, the restaurant looked cozy. Wouldn't come back given the horrendous service. read more

My partner and I have been happy regular patrons of this restaurant for years now. The Greek on Main have always catered for all our bigger family and business events that took place off their premises as well. Our last visit was on Valentine's Day. Upon arrival, I got a little nervous because the entire place was renovated, so I was crossing fingers the menu and chef didn't change. Especially that the host who greeted us was new too , a very polite young lady btw, she checked our reservation and seated us promptly. Then, a familiar face walked up to our table, the wonderful and very knowledgeable server Bousse. She welcomed us and reassured me that my favorite chef and menu are still here just in a fresh new look. She went over all the specials and got us drinks. We ended up ordering from the regular dinner menu. For appetizers, we had calamari and cold spreads. The calamari is always cooked to perfection here, one of those things I crave when I'm out of town. For dinner, my boyfriend ordered Paidakia (grilled lamb chops) to die for at medium rare, I don't know if they are good to be as juicy at other temperatures. I had Xifias (grilled swordfish) a true Mediterranean flavor profiles voyage with beluga lentils, roasted red peppers, tomatoes, capers & Kalamata olives. We were pretty full, but we decided to share a dessert to elongate our experience in this beautiful atmosphere with great music, food and beautiful joyful people around. We ordered Sokolatopita and we asked our server if we could congratulate the owner on the new look. Bouse came back with our coffees chocolate cake and a complementary baklava from the chef sending thanks and letting us know he's a little busy at the moment. Both deserts were very good . Thank you for another amazing dinner and evening. We're coming back Tuesday when you guys are less busy for dinner. And, we want to buy a toast for all Greek on main crew members to celebrate the new renovation and years of good service and excellent food. To years to come read more

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If you love salmon, the Solomos Avgolemono dish is a must try! It's made from north atlantic scottish salmon, potatoes, spinach, capers, and avgolemono sauce. A sizable portion although a bit pricey at over $32. read more

Had one of the worst restaurant experiences I've ever encountered. The food itself was unacceptable -- parts of it were undercooked, other items were burnt, and some tasted stale, as if they had been sitting out far too long. It was extremely disappointing, especially given the expectations from a Greek restaurant where freshness and proper preparation are fundamental. However, what made the experience truly unacceptable was the owner's behavior. When we politely raised our concerns and provided honest, constructive feedback, instead of listening or trying to resolve the situation, the owner became aggressive and started shouting at us. He accused us of insulting him and his restaurant simply for pointing out genuine issues with the food. This kind of response is completely unprofessional and disrespectful to paying customers. Feedback is a normal part of running a restaurant, and reacting with hostility instead of accountability speaks volumes. I would strongly not recommend this place based on both the poor food quality and the unacceptable behavior from the owner. There are many other restaurants that value their customers and take pride in both their food and service. read more

One of my favorite cuisines is Greek and "The Greek on Main" transported me to the island of Greece. The food was authentic Greek cuisine and the ambiance is beautiful. The service was excellent and I wish I remembered her name because she was phenomenal! read more

I hate to have to leave a bad review because before this incident I was such a huge fan of Greek on Main- honestly it was my favorite resteraunt in metuchen. On April 9th I ordered a tomato salad with squid (add on) through grubhub. They sent me the squid salad, kitchen probably read the ticket wrong. I got a refund through grubhub and decided to reorder through their website. I had my husband pick up & gave the direction "if there's lettuce then it's the wrong item". So upon not seeing lettuce he brought home the salad. The salad was full of chunks of bread - something that was not in the description on grubhub, their website or any photos. I called obviously upset and not wanting to try for a third time to get a salad that cost almost $30 with the squid add on. They said they could not give me a refund because there was no manager in. I called the following day - no manager no refund. They took my name & number assuring me a manager would call. No one ever did. So either this place is run by no one or by liars & thieves. read more

Update: September 3, 2023 We attended the baptism late lunch party here. The appetizers and entrees are delicious. Menu prices went up due to high cost of food. Servings were moderate. Serving staff were friendly and helpful. Clean and well decorated restaurant. read more

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First time here. BYOB. Great food and very good service. Like what we ordered. Grilled calamari is really tasty, gamy and delicious. The whole fish is what I liked as well. The shared dessert is so special and tasty. Forgot the name of it. It's caramelized orange shreds with ice cream. Delicious! read more

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So good! It was an amazing experience overall. Food was delicious, ambiance and decor beautiful And service up the charts!

Some great prime local dining fit for your large family, the staff and service bring out this awesome, auntie, homey vibe which makes you feel right at home. Their pre-fixe options are great for those new to Greek and Mediterranean cuisine. Their portions are massive and incredibly flavorful. Only major drawback is parking which gets even more crowded on weekends. read more

Try saying...Astakomakaronada when you want to order this dish. Instead I just pointed to it on the menu. I'll have the lobster meat with spaghetti. This Greek pasta dish intrigued me. I noticed how thick the spaghetti looked. When it arrived to the table, I saw that it was hollow inside each strand, this made for a very light tasting pasta. There were generous amounts of lobster meat and the ouzo infused tomato cream sauce finished off the dish wonderfully. We also had the Drunken Clams & Mussels. Sounds like some sort of Chinese Kung-Fu flick. Lol. Get this appetizer. The broth was so heavenly delish that I actually used a spoon and drank it like soup!!! The clams and mussels were nice and meaty. Our server, Mary, was friendly and professional. She smiled every time she came by our table. This is fine dining so expect the prices to be a bit higher. It's worth it!!! Metered street parking only except Sundays & holidays read more

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Fabulous dining experience at The Greek on Main! Recommended by our son! Appetizers were amazing! Fig & Goat Cheese Flatbread Haloumi Fries- Feta and roasted red pepper aioli. So good! Tomato salad! Enjoyed two entrée specials!- Shrimp and Pork- Delicious! The prawns and lamb shank were well prepared! Dessert and tea! Perfectly ended the night! Our Server Lovely was truly lovely!! Attentive and friendly! She knew the menu well and answered all our questions! Thank you lovely! Bring your own alcohol! Make reservations! Metered street parking until 6p and free parking on Sundays! read more

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In New Jersey for a special occasion, we met with my sister in Metuchen for dinner and afterwards felt like dessert and coffee so decided to visit The Greek on Main. Decorated outside and inside we were quickly shown to a table and served by a very nice server Gabby who gave us recommendations and was very attentive. We had 2 decaf, 1 Greek tea and for dessert a galaktaboureko like a sponge cake but not too sweet and of course bread pudding. Nice to sit down and catch up. Lucky for us the restaurant was not too crowded so service was awesome. Definite recommend. read more

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Nice quiet place. Food was amazing. I really loved the octopus and the short rib. They were both so tender. The host and server were both so nice and pleasant. Definitely want to go back. read more

Visited The Greek on Main - appreciated the casual upscale vibe, easy reservations, and good service. The spreads we ordered for an appetizer were super fresh and very delicious! We were disappointed to learn the majority of the gyro options were exclusive to the lunch menu. We ordered the short rib and the lamb as entrees. The portions were huge, but the flavor left something to be desired. We will have to return for lunch next time. read more

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Authentic delicious Greek food. We ordered the saganaki and crab cakes as starters and for mains I had the prawns kritharotto which apparently is what this restaurant is known for. We also ordered the lobster dish (astakomakaronada) - both dishes were excellent and the seafood was extremely fresh My kids got the chicken souvlaki plate with fries- very generous portions! I was a little surprised at bill which added an extra $7 if you pay by credit card- I'm not sure if this is common practice but I was very taken aback (we don't have such a surcharge in Canada where I'm from). Our server was great and the restaurant is really cute with great Ambience and very kid friendly My daughter had a fit when we were there and everyone was so kind and patient with us which I appreciated since 2yr Olds can be so unpredictable. If you're looking for a great family friendly restaurant I definitely suggest that you check this place out!! read more

The Greek on Main - Prawns kritharotto - Greek Near Me - Metuchen, New Jersey

I arrived early because I was coming from quite a ways away and wasn't sure about traffic. The sweet woman who was our server let me stash the wine in her wine fridge (and I even opened it while waiting!). We had a great spot by the window which was fun for some people watching while I waited. Once my friends arrived, we quickly settled into menus and were given time to look things over. We did a quick order of some dip trio to start, and then I opted for the chicken over pasta, a friend got the salmon, and another friend selected a flatbread. portion sizes were good for us but if you are running on empty, make sure to stock up on some appetizers to fill out your meal as the portions are decent but not "American-sized" if you know what I mean. A truly delicious meal in the company of great friends in a very cute area downtown... what could be better?! read more

Delicious food Great service Ambiance perfect day next to the fire on a cold rainy night read more

Wow ! My first time here today and I'm very impressed. I walked in, no RSVP on a Friday evening and got seated immediately. The restaurant is cozy( feels like dining in a nice living room) It's BYOB so be sure to bring your own bubbly. The BREAD is AMAZING. I think I would have been happy with just that lol. But the pork chops were just as tasty. Large portion size and nicely seasoned. My waiter and I joked about how Greek food needs to be more Spicy but I honestly didn't mind. That's how good it was. My least favorite part of the meal was the chocolate cake. It was wayyy to sweet. My waiter Nicholas was kind, knowledgeable ( even though he was new) and attentive. All in all, I will definitely be back. This was a great experience, great food and courteous staff. read more

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This place needs a new chef and better service. Our food was horrible, we ordered the spankopita and it came out burnt. I said something to our waiter and he completely ignored us. We also split the lamb chops which had no flavor. The bulgur served with it still had water in it and wasn't drained out completely. Horrible food and horrible service. The worst meal I have ever had. read more

One of my friends and I got together to get some lunch. I made reservations for 1pm. When I arrived I found parking on the street. I walked in and told the hostess I had reservations and she went to sit us in the cut. I wasn't feeling that too much so she moved us. Camila was our server and um she seemed to be bothered a bit. Not sure why. She took a bit to get to the table as well. The restaurant is byob and I had a bottle of wine. I asked Camila to open the bottle. She handed me the opener to open myself which was a little surprising. I tried and her opener was tough to use. She had to bring it to the kitchen for it to be opened. Now it was time to order and I ordered the chicken gyro and my friend ordered the crab cakes for appetizers and lamb chops for her entrée. She enjoyed both her dishes. The gyro for me wasn't bad. It was soft and the hot sauce I added put some kick to it. The bill for me wasn't bad at all since I got the lunch special. All in all we had an ok time. read more

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