Chose this place for dinner on a weeknight. They have plenty of outdoor seating for a summer night. Pros: food is excellent. Boyfriend's observation is everything had a "homecooked" feel to it. Favorites were the grilled octopus and mixed meat platter. The serving size for the meat platter was so much we took leftovers home. Cons: Service could be better. After our waitress took our order she never came back. We asked for extra pita bread after we ran out but it never came. The restaurant wasn't busy but our waitress looked busy having a lenghty convo with patrons at another table. read more

Four stars, mainly for the service and ambiance. The food wasn't bad, but the prices were a tad bit too high imo. I ordered grilled octopus, greek salad and salmon. Again, not bad, but I've had better for less expensive. read more

Decided to come here last minute with my mom who was visiting from Florida. I was pleasantly surprised by the entire experience. High quality and fast service, fresh food, and good ambiance. Everything was delicious and fairly priced, especially considering the portion sizes. I can't wait to come back here and try more of the menu items! read more

The food was absolutely delicious, fresh and authentic. The grilled octopus was tender and the meat platter was grilled to perfection. Hidden gem of a place. They have dining indoors but honestly the set up outside was very nice. The block isn't really busy with lots of people waking by. Christan our waiter was polite, friendly and attentive. We will definitely come back and the take reservations. read more

We had the fish meze plus some appetizers for the veggie contingent. Most of it was very good, all except some dull Greek salads and a dish that tasted like shrimp in Italian red sauce. And the service was great until we wanted to get the check then pay then get our cards back, which took ages read more

I absolutely love this place. The food is great, excellent service. The restaurant is very clean.

Good spot for takeout and delivery! We ordered from there last night and the delivery was very fast. I got the chicken kebab pita which was very good and my friend got the zucchini and eggplant chips which were good too! They came with tzatziki. I recommend this place if you're in the area! read more

Aliada - Chicken Souvlaki - Greek Near Me - Astoria, New York

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In May 2021, I tried to eat at this Greek restaurant. It was so packed that we could not get a table inside or outside. So we headed to an Italian wine bar a little further down. At the end of June 2022, I headed back down to Aliada. The restaurant was empty. There was something not quite right, even off a bit. I got there around 8 pm and didn't leave until 9.30. It felt the wait staff and employees were abandoning the restaurant. I took a quiet seat in the corner and ordered my usual favorites tarama, lemon potatoes, and lamb chops. I was hoping they would be as good as Zenon, which closed last year and was one a very small handful of Greek Cypriot restaurants left. The meal took almost an hour to prepare. Everything was off the lemon potatoes were hard and hard to cut, the bread was not fresh, the tarma tasted like a creamy yogurt, and the lamb chops were not succulent. I couldn't wait to get out there. I had read mixed reviews about them, but my dining experience was far from satisfactory. The only plus was a clean establishment. I will not be back read more

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Excellent Greek restaurant. Lots of seating. Very helpful staff. The mezedes is a great choice. Meat one was very good and will be going back for seafood one. read more

The men that work here are HILARIOUS! What an off-the-boat experience. Although the restaurant is super small, that adds to the feel of being in greece. The smell of the food when we walking was delightful and we waited about 10 minutes to be seated with no reservation. The highlight of my night was the house wine - straight from greece. totally worth the visit. I would come back anytime but never in a group more than 4 people. read more

Couple of days ago we were invited to our friends house. As time passed we got kind of hungry, so we decided to order delivery. We order couple of appetizers and main courses as well. All i can say is that the food was delivered warm. Also the food was amazing, the price was more than fair. If i were to order delivery and host a diner for a guests, Aliada has the quality, care and experience to serve everyone's demand. read more

Came in around 9 for dinner with my gf. Was pretty empty so we were seated quickly. Ordered the Kopanisti, grilled octopus, and mixed grill. Kopanisti was alright, nothing special. Grilled octopus had no char and was lacking in flavor. Had to add more olive oil and lemon. Mixed grilled was fine - gyro was one of my favorite I've ever had. Sadly, service wasn't the greatest. Wanted water but the waiter was too busy socializing to take care of diners. You would think that when you're trying to pay you'd be able to get someone's attention quickly but that did not happen. Was kept waiting forever so I took care of the bill as I was leaving. Just wanted a quick dinner but took longer than expected. Honestly, food was okay but the service was poor. Plenty of great Greek spots in Astoria - on to the next. read more

We went today to celebrate a birthday with a party of 8. We shared appetizers of grilled octopus, mussels, zucchini croquettes and salad. All of the appetizers were really good. The staff was attentive, though not intrusive. For entrees we had salmon, Bronzino, chicken kebabs, pork chops, a salad and a hamburger (this may be new to the menu). We each had an opportunity to sample each other's plates. All of the main courses were delicious. I had the Bronzino with lemon potatoes. The fish was nicely prepared and was delicious as were the potatos.. Our hamburger eater said "the best hamburger I ever ate". We had a really good time and excellent food! The main reason that I did not give the 5th star was the coffee service could have been better. The coffee arrived less than hot and we needed to ask for sweetener a few times. In fairness to the staff, at about the time we were ordering coffee a bunch of other tables were beginning to fill up. The Baklava was excellent. read more

What a treat! We came early on a Saturday night, super-hungry, to celebrate some exciting news. The service was wonderful, the ambiance elegant, and the food beyond delicious. We loved the calamari, grilled shrimp, salmon and chicken kabobs. Can't wait to come back for the octopus and some ouzo. Such a special place! read more

Yum. Delicious Greek food - the spanakopita and the avgolemono really stand out. The list of grilled meat platters is extensive. On summer nights, you can sit outdoors and people watch. In the winter, it's warm and cozy inside. Never a wait. The service is super friendly. read more

I love this place so much. The food is ALWAYS FRESH, and Delicious! They always meet my expectations. Love you guys and keep the good work! One of the best places in Astoria. read more

I enjoyed my meal last night at Aliada. A couple of Mythos lagers, soup, Greek salad and mousakka. Superb. I was stuffed so took some back to the hotel and was motivated to workout early and eat the rest before I flew home. Thanks, Christian (owner's son) for the Mastiah. I really enjoyed that afterwards. I'll be back! read more

Aliada is my new favorite Greek place in Astoria! It's conveniently located right off of the Broadway NW stop. If you plan on coming here, get ready to eat a ton of pita because you get complimentary hummus and bottomless pita for the table. The hummus tastes very fresh and delicious and the pita comes out warm every time. We ordered the tzatziki appetizer and, at $9, you really do get a ton of bang for your buck. We had so much to split between the two of us that we were able to eat some of the dip with our entrees and STILL couldn't finish the whole plate! It was so creamy and fresh, I left there saying it's the best tzatziki I've ever had. I went with the grilled jumbo shrimp and vegetables appetizer as my main with a side of lemon potatoes. This is definitely a good way to hack the menu to pay less for more food-- the side of lemon potatoes that comes with the entree platters is literally half the size of the $6 side you order separately. If you order an appetizer + side, you'll likely end up paying a bit less than the entree price for a noticeably larger portion of food! The lemon potatoes were the real show stopper of this meal. They aren't too lemony, and they absolutely melt in your mouth. Eating them with the tzatziki made them even more delicious! The jumbo shrimp appetizer comes with 4 shrimps and some grilled eggplant. Overall, this dish was relatively bland. I probably wouldn't have enjoyed it as much if I didn't have the tzatziki to eat it with. My friend ordered a small Greek salad and was too full to finish-- a word to the wise that the large portion might be too large for one person, or perfect if you're extra hungry! But again, a great way to save money here is to opt for the small since it's still a large dish. Overall, we loved Aliada. It's decorated nicely, and the outdoor seating was lovely on a breezy fall night. I'll definitely be coming back here! read more

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Definitely enjoyed the meal here. The meat was quality chicken. The hummus was super good and you could tell was very fresh. I was a little surprised the hummus came with normal white bread and not pita bread. The chicken salad was great. I love when places cut up the salad into small pieces, it makes the salad much easier to eat. The place has a great atmosphere, especially now with outdoor seating. A decent amount of confusion with the staff on who was taking our order, we had three different people ask for our order. Not sure if it was because of new workers or what. Overall, it's a nice authentic Cyprus meal and I would go back for sure. read more

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Amazing!! Amazing!!! Amazing!! Not only the best Greek food I've ever had...but one of the best overall experiences I've had in NYC all- time. Cauliflower app. Was perfect...Seabass Incredible!!! 5 stars service/ Food read more

I came here with my boyfriend and let me start off by saying the food was good. They have beautiful lanterns outside above the tables and nice decoration. Also great drinks the service not so much. Our spanish waitress was very rude she was not caring about the service & always on her phone. Felt like she was rushing us out at the end and cleaning the dishes very loud. Otherwise would be 5 stars. read more

Number of visits: 3 Aliada has renovated the space and it is super cute now. When the weather gets warmer, you can definitely snag a seat outside for a sunny and dim light evening dining experience. The food is absolutely amazing here. There is so much to order the pita bread is the best topping to everything. Warm flaky and served the minute you sit down with a side of hummus that I just can't get enough of. Definitely recommend their octopus which is my number one dish here. Surprisingly, I'm not a fan of soulvakia because it is usually super dry, but the pork and the chicken here is so tender and juicy, you just have to have it! A great dinner item is their Seafood Grill which you can pair with two sides. I wasn't a big fan of their sides which is where the restaurant lost points here, but it is still a good Greek neighborhood go to spot! Prices are very affordable with their renovation costs in mind, super filling and it is great for a group to share a handful of dishes. read more

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Oh...My Gaaaaawd! Their food was delicious. I ordered the gyro platter with lemon potato wedges and my girl had the shrimp in tomato sauce. All tasted fresh especially that sauce, and the gyro meat. The meat was the best gyro i had in a long time. Not since bills gyro in the 80s in 42nd street where disney store now occupies. They meat was soft, melted in your mouth and wasn't salty or over seasoned. It was just right! Going there again today just to get two gyro sandwiches to go right after my chiropractor session! Lol! ;) I highly recommend! read more

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Amazing ambiance and delicious food! Great service! Will definitely return with friends.

I've eaten here maybe 5-7 times. The food is always spot on. It's a little pricier than some of the other options around but the taste is there, the service is on point and the ambiance is excellent. Everything is quality. Really enjoy eating outside in the summer. One of the best Greek spots in Astoria and it's just seconds from the train. read more

The food here is A+mazing! Absolutely delicious! The only complaint is, food took a while to come out, but definitely worth the wait! To be fair, I ordered the lamb chops, and lamb takes a while to cook. Otherwise attentive service. The lamb chops were mouthwatering. My friend got the branzino which was just as good! The entrees come with two sides each. We had giant beans, string bean casserole, beats and the okra stew. I loved the giant beans and the okra the most of the four sides. The portions are for one and a half meals. So I had plenty to go. read more

Aliada - Greek Near Me - Astoria, New York

I've been here twice now and love it! The restaurant has been busy both times, but we've had no problem being seated immediately. The servers are extremely friendly, helpful, and attentive. To start off they serve you complimentary hummus and pita. Yum! Both times I've been we've ordered for the table and all split. Everything I have tried so far has been fantastic! Grilled Octopus- Definitely a highlight! The octopus is extremely fresh and tasty, just like what I've found in Greece. Comes in a yummy tomato, onion, and oil mixture. Greek Salad- A classic Greek Salad with delicious fresh toppings including tomatoes, cucumbers, and feta. Come with three stuffed grape leaves, which were the best I've ever had. Saganaki- This was recommended to us by our waiter, and it was delicious! Definitely would recommend again. Pan fried kefalotyri cheese. Rolo Melintzanas- Eggplant rolls stuffed with spinach and cheese, and topped with a tomato sauce. Omg these were amazing! Kind of reminded me of egg plant parmesan, but with a more unique and delicious cheese. Gyro Platter- Gyro meat with tatziki sauce and two sides. I can't stress it enough, get the Oven Roasted Lemon Potatoes for at least one of your sides. They are soo flavorful! Shrimp and Calamari- Good, but probably my least favorite dish. The shrimp were good, but not too plentiful. The calamari bailed in comparison to the grilled octopus. Amazing authentic Greek restaurant! Whenever I visit my sister I will definitely always request to come back for more! read more

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Went here on a saturday night and loved the entire experience! Everyone from the host to the server to the busboy was so kind and respectful. It's rare to get this kind of service in America. Ambiance was also nice! The restaurant was packed, yet it did not feel like it. It wasn't loud, and they were thoughtful about how they seated everyone, making sure not to crowd everyone in one corner. Server checked on us multiple times and was so pleasant. The food was incredible! Tender octopus and calamari. Perfectly cooked grilled meats. Food also arrived pretty fast and was super fresh. Seriously impressed. read more

Literally the best greek restaurant in NYC . I have also tried traditional restaurants in Greece but there is something so special about this place . The hospitality as you would be in one of those beautiful islands in Greece , the food is 6 stars,fresh and delicious every single time , the service great ,the atmosphere that involves different cultures I just love it . What I really like is the way the staff treats you and even the owner ,such a respectful gentleman who is there all the time and takes care of his customers. And also very important we felt so safe with them following the health procedures as soon as we walked in . Definitely is a MUST visit in NYC. read more

This place is amazing. You have to try it. Grilled Calamari. Amazing. Greek salad is delicious. And the Branzino is perfection. Malagouzia is the perfect wine pairing. And don't forget Galaktoppureko for dessert. The service is delightful and easy on the eyes! read more

A very nice Mediterranean restaurant with classic seafood and beyond. Great ambiance and professional staff. Just make sure you make reservations on weekends in advance, if possible. read more

Incredibly delicious meal and a hidden gem in Astoria. The staff was friendly and willing to explain any of the entrees. The food was full of flavor and tasted authentic to my time in Greece. Would recommend going with 3+ to get more food to share and try. Large menus with many options and would recommend trying as many as you can! read more

Excellent Greek Food, Wonderful Ambience, Friendly and Reasonably priced. I thoroughly enjoy their pork chops, Highly Recommended!

I had the spanakopita, which was just ok. The star of the show was the watermelon salad! Wow!! Amazing and refreshing on a hot summer day. Definitely going back to have that again. Staff was lovely and the ambiance is very nice too. Nice food presentation also with complimentary hummus and pita when we were seated. read more

Totally excellent. Nice outdoor dining. The service was awesome and the food was super fresh and seasoned perfectly. Go here and enjoy the great food! read more

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Service was very good, our water was great. Cocktail Almost famous is a must! We ordered this leg of lamb dish and 10 minutes later the waiter said we can only serve 1 of the 2 dishes. Then 5 minutes later he said we don't have anymore. We had the mixed grill and the pork chops. Not bad. read more

Simply the best Greek restaurant in Astoria And outside sitting area is just fantastic

Amazing spot! Went with a friend for dinner tonight & was blown away by the authenticity of the food and niceness of the staff. The place got very crowded around 8p so make sure to make a reservation prior to going. I had the salmon with lemon potatoes & salad, and my friend got the chicken kabob with lemon potatoes & salad. Most of the main dishes comes with two sides which is a nice addition to the main course. Both were outstanding. The salmon was extremely fresh, seasoned and cooked perfectly We were approached by multiple staff members quite a few times to ask us how our meal was, but also to get to know us which was refreshing in itself. That service is not something you see often; if at all. I will definitely be back. Well done!! read more

If you're looking for authentic, fresh, and conveniently located Greek food in Astoria - this is your place. Right off the Broadway stop on the N or W train. Came here for dinner on a Friday night. The restaurant was busy but we were able to get a table right away. Our waitress was very sweet. She made plenty of recommendations, answered our questions, and even gave us a free tasting of baklava at the end of our meal! To start our waitress brought us complimentary freshly baked pita bread (still hot) and hummus. Once I had that, I knew the food here would be great. We decided to split a few things so we could try a bunch. The calamari was grilled to perfection. Very flavorful and tasted just like the octopus in Greece. We followed that with a large Greek salad topped with tons of feta cheese, tomatoes, onions, etc. Lastly we split the gyro platter with French fries and lemon potatoes. The lemon potatoes were surprisingly my favorite part of the dish, although the gyro meat and tzatziki sauce were also excellent. read more

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Excellent, excellent authentic Greek food and amazing service. Very nice restaurant, very high quality food" This place is amazing!!! read more