The Yiros Shop does a good job executing on the contemporary Greek fast casual concept that's becoming increasingly popular (Souvla in San Francisco most prominently comes to mind), but after my visit I think they need to spend just a bit more time on the core of a gyro as opposed to the peripherals. Star 1: How were the service and atmosphere? While my server at The Yiros Shop seemed to be no older than sixteen, he was very polite and efficient, and explained my options to me in a way that directed me towards some good options. I was disappointed that they didn't accept American Express, but I'm finding that's pretty common in Australia. Star. Star 2: How were the portions relative to the cost? $15.50 AUD got me a pretty good sized mixed meat yiro, which was a pretty good deal even though, as you'll see, they skimped on the meat a bit. Star. Stars 3 and 4: How was the food? I'll start off by saying that I liked the selection of meats and peripherals at The Yiros Shop, and it was clear that these were some fresh ingredients. Having said that, I felt a bit robbed of those fresh looking meats, and instead my mixed meat yiro was packed with french fries, tahini sauce, and vegetables with a notable lack of meats. That's not uncommon I suppose, but something to keep an eye on. Single Star. Star 5: Would you be excited to go back? The Yiros Shop was good, but there are so many great kebab or comparable options in town that I can't recommend The Yiros Shop with any sort of enthusiasm. No Star. read more

The Yiros Shop - Mixed Meat Yiro: $15.50 AUD - Australian Near Me - Fortitude Valley, QLD

Excellent service workers were nice and overall a wonderful experience. I would definitely eat there again. The food was also magnificent.

I have a confession to make - I don't know the difference between a gyros (or is it yiros?), a doner (or is it doner kebab?), a shawarma or a wrap. Aren't they all the same thing: a piece of flatbread stuffed with assorted vegetables and some kind of protein? Bask and ridicule in my total ignorance, but after seeing a slew of drool worthy photos of gyros served up at George Calombaris's Jimmy Grants Fitzroy establishment by several Melbournian foodies, I had my sights set on tasting a gyros for myself. Did Gyradiko Brisbane hear my dripping salivation or the growling of my tummy? They might have, for they haven't been open for long before I got wind of them and went down to James Street to check them out. Those who walk the beat down on James Street would remember Happy Little Dumplings used to occupy the narrow shop space Gyradiko Brisbane now resides. Tables and chairs spill out the front doorway with its bright red, yellow and white signage announcing you've arrived at Greek street food paradise. The walk of hungry shame past the drinks fridge takes you right up to the order counter, where the giant meats on sticks are gently rotated for even cooking. To compare a Gyradiko Brisbane gyros against a corner shop kebab would be - well... an injustice. For one, both the pork and chicken were both succulent and really flavourful, particularly when paired with thick cut crisp fresh vegetables. Even the tzatziki was different - we're used to the stuff that has a watery consistency more akin to thin liquid soap and is squeezed out of a bottle nozzle, but the stuff Gyradiko Brisbane were dishing out was so thick, it had to be whacked out of the spoon. And while there's no shame in the AUD$9.80 gyros, I reckon the plate at AUD$15 is a better deal if you're dining with two not-starving people. For the additional AUD$6, you get two souvlaki, warmed pita bread (the same used to wrap your gyros, cut into quarters), Greek salad full of chunky fresh tomatoes, cucumber, olives and topped with crumbled feta at the last minute (a nice touch to ensure it doesn't sit around in the vegetable juices), a whacking dollop of tzatziki and hot chips. Now how good a deal is that? read more

The Yiros Shop - Pork gyros with fries, tzatziki, tomatoes and onion - Australian Near Me - Fortitude Valley, QLD

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The best way to avoid mid-event hunger pangs? Make a point to eat pre-event. You gotta thank your past self for taking care of your future self. And luckily pre-event my wise self thought it worthy to take a quick detour and stop by the newest James Street resident, Gyradiko. They're in the spot where Happy Little Dumplings were and offer a similarly casual dining option in the upper end of James Street. If you're not up to speed on Greek cuisine, these guys are most similar to a kebab. My internet wormhole looking up traditional gyradiko leads me to understand it's all about a fresh pita lightly grilled, succulent cuts of meat and a little bit of salad topped with tzatziki. This definitely fits the bill with hot chips thrown in for an unexpected guest in this meat party. Gyradiko do have alternative options including share plates, salads and gluten-free menu items. TL; DR: fuss-free and fast dining when you want something tasty without the pomp. read more

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Love, love, love this place! It's my 'go to' lunch place on James St because it's always realiably tasty and cheap. A must visit for anyone who loves proper Greek gyros. When I went to Greece in 2012 I practically lived on gyros - it was so amazingly tasty, cheap and ultimately satisfying but have not until now found anywhere in Australia that really comes close to replicating the experience. Gyradiko Brisbane has brought Athens to our doorstep. Now as a vego I can only speak with authority about the vege gyros but my carnivore friends also gave their experience high praises. Now time for me to gush about the vege gyros... THEY PUT CHIPS IN IT! And it is amaze-balls. Their chips alone are actually quite fab but when wrapped up with fresh Greek salad in one of those super tasty flat bread things they have and their special sauce (which I think is a version of Tzaziki but whatever) - O-M-G so good. I work quite close-by and I'm pretty sure the guys that work here think I'm into them cause I'm here ALL the time. They don't open till around lunchtime so don't come too early but they do stay open for dinner hours even on week nights. So go check it out! Bonus: They import Greek choclate and some soft drinks and the Greek version of Nutella called Merenda which they also sell in store. For a treat try the Lacta Oreo cookie or caramel varieties or my fave Pavlidis (in the blue wrapper) Orange Chocolate. read more

The Yiros Shop - Australian Near Me - Fortitude Valley, QLD

Great food at an affordable price. The service was friendly and prompt. There was almost no wait for my food. It's this combination of factors that will bring me back. Thanks, the Yiros Shop Fortitude Valley. read more

Alright look, had a pretty good feed and some mad chippies to go with it, drinks selection was wide and the service was fast and efficient. Only minor thing is the sauce was a bit too much on the heavier side. #lambboysrise read more

Greek food is something I don't often crave but when it hits the urge for salty, meaty, cucumber filled satisfaction grips me hard. Luckily I live relatively close to The Yiros Shop. My husband and I order the lamb plate - this comes with greek salad, fresh pita, chips & tzatziki plus I add in a side of haloumi. As a gluten-free diner this sates my yearnings perfectly and the haloumi distracts me from the definitely-not-gluten-free chips. The staff here are so lovely it's ridiculous. Nothing is too much trouble and they put so much care into serving great food. Each time they package the chips separately (due to my gluten allergy). For $22 we always we always end up with far too much food from their generous serving sizes and often have some left over for husbands breakfast the next day. I highly recommend this beautiful little store and the genuine people who run it. Gia Mas to The Yiros Shop! read more

You Aussies, love everything Greek. The culture,dance, ouzo, Greek sweets,oh ,and of course the food. Food is always good here, the guys that serve are fantastic, Try the combos, and platters, a cheap eat that keeps you full. read more

The Yiros Shop - Australian Near Me - Fortitude Valley, QLD

definitely come here for dinner when the weather is nice and enjoy a meat platter in their outside seating area!! we loved our lamb shoulder, the meat was so tender. the staff were friendly & the only thing I'd add is saganaki to the menu to make it perfect. otherwise they do have halloumi to satisfy your cheese craving! read more

This place gave me heartburn and I had to take my pants off in a disabled toilet because I was so uncomfortable afterwards. I'm not even an old man. I normally love sauce but the sauce to solid ratio was well off. *minus one star* I was the only person ordering at the the time but still needed to wait a while for them to wrap up their convo before greeting me. *minus another star* That said, it definitely had potential. Next time I'll probs wear a cat bell, a muumuu and I'll ask for 377ml less sauce. read more

A very friendly place. Cool atmosphere. Good food. Cider and beer and lamb combo $28.

This isn't a false alarm, these yiros are the real deal. Ask for the special sauce on your chips.

Best presented yiros, they always look like he pictures and taste so good. Best yiros shop in Brisbane, staff are always lovely and there is a nice garden outside to sit beside while you're eating. There's usually a close park either outside or down the street depending on the time you go there read more

Always hits the spot. Proper gyros, always reminds me of holidays in Santorini. Try the lamb- real lamb, definitely tasty each and every time. Wish the chips would be more consistently fresh for ultimate crispiness love read more