The food here is delicious! Friendly staff!…read moreAlways satisfying. Highly recommend this restaurant.

GYROS GALORE! Angelo's is a local restaurant that serves authentic Greek cuisine. It's located…read moreright near the railroad tracks on Maywood Ave. They have a small parking lot with limited spots. There's also street parking nearby. We came in for lunch on a Friday afternoon. It wasn't busy and we were able to seat ourselves wherever we wanted. The restaurant is small, but cozy, and has a local/family-owned feel to it. The interior is simple and charming; it almost feels like you're eating in someone's dining room. The menu has all of your traditional Greek favorites like gyros, souvlaki, lamb shank, fresh seafood, cold dips, moussaka, etc. It's BYOB! We ordered... *Complimentary pita bread and hummus - The pita was soft and fluffy. The hummus was creamy and rich. The combination of sun dried tomatoes, garlic, and chickpeas made the dip earthy, nutty, and tangy. *Kalamarakia $15.95 - I'm picky with calamari, but the chef got this right! The coating was light, crispy, and fried to a perfect golden brown color. It didn't mask the taste of the squid. The squid was tender (but not rubbery) with a subtle sweetness. The fresh lemon and marinara sauce added a tangy zest to the overall flavor. *Grilled Chicken Pita Sandwich with rice $14.95 *Gyro with fries $14.95 (All gyro sandwiches come with lettuce, tomato, onion, tzatziki sauce, and your choice of rice or fries). These were HUGE, filling, and packed with tons of protein! Both the grilled chicken and gyro meat were flavorful and marinated in a blend of herbs and spices. The tzatziki sauce was refreshing and citrusy. The pita bread was warm and soft. I could only finish half of mine and packed the rest to eat later. Our server was really friendly and attentive. The food came out within a reasonable amount of time. Don't sleep on Angelo's!

Food was right on par with authentic Greek as I've ever had. The seafood is recommended here. It…read morestarted with the bread basket, which was well toasted and sprinkled with olive oil. Unlike many restaurants today, Nisiotis Taverna had pure virgin olive oil on the table in a clean white bottle which we used generously and thankfully to dip our bread into. Yum! The spreads were excellent and the pita was toasted just right and served warm. The pita was chewy, warm and well toasted. The lamb chops were grilled exactly to requested temperature and seasoned correctly. The fries that came with that were warm and crispy. Lightly sprinkled with dried oregano for that Greek flavor. The branzino was filet fresh and grilled to perfection. But I would suggest getting it with vegetables instead of potatoes, which were fine but not particularly special. They also had "off the menu" selection of sea food which were recommended and fresh. The black bass was truly as fresh as I've had in NJ, but slightly, just slightly, undercooked: A minute undercooked. This was actually good for me but some may recoil a little. Otherwise it was perfection. If you know how to eat fish, I'd ask for it whole, instead of fillet'd. The dandelions that came with it was over cooked but the mild flavor was a good compliment to the black bass. They also had large anchovies, which grilled properly would be awesome. The service was spot on but not intrusive but it wasn't busy because of our late lunch. The ambience and decor was charming and really helped to focus our minds towards beautiful beaches and warm breezes of the Greek islands, where this kind of food would be served. Overall a very good experience but slightly expensive. There was nothing wrong with the food per se but slight improvements here and there could make it fantastic: For example, vegetable was over-cooked, and black bass was just slightly undercooked. Regardless, I recommend this quaint Taverna! The owner's care and friendliness topped the scale from a four to a five star. Realistically, it is a 4.5 or 9/10.

4.5: Great Greek food, elegant atmosphere and nice service in a small spot…read more We came here on an early Saturday evening without a reservation but were seated with the stipulation of being done in an hour; this was not a problem since the food came out at a good pace. There were a lot of empty tables awaiting reservations. The complimentary bread and olive tapenade were also appreciated. We really enjoyed the food: spanakopita ($20) was tasty with a very flaky Phyllo and a fresh salad with grape leaves and chunks of feta, things you don't normally see in a side salad. The pork souvlaki platter ($22) with fries was also very tasty. Their menu is not super big but adequate options. If you have a special occasion, this is also a good spot but be sure to make reservations and know it's a relatively small place. The atmosphere and decor are very comfortable though it can get very loud if there are a lot of customers (and these customers seemed to be enjoying their experience!); perhaps because of the small place and acoustics. BYOB. They had an entrance in the back so they likely have a small parking Iot there? But we found parking around the corner, as there's no 2 hour parking limit on weekends.

Greek cuisine has absorbed influences from various empires and cultures. It is so good because of…read morethe use of fresh, high-quality ingredients like ripe tomatoes, herbs, and creamy feta cheese. From cooking to salad dressings, Greek olive oil made from lemon, basil, and oregano is their liquid gold. Located on a busy Boulevard in the heart of Hasbrouck Heights, I finally got the opportunity to stop in at this BYOB family-owned/operated establishment. Upon entering for lunch after 4 years, Sofia's Mediterranean Grill, named after the owner's mom, I was greeted by the staff. I got a booth, immediately knowing how they get crowded. The inside evoked a cozy and warm vibe with Greek music playing throughout. Outdoor dining is available, weather permitting. Their menu features an array of traditional Mediterranean dishes, offering a variety of soups, appetizers, salads, sandwiches, meats from the grill, seafood cooked various ways, and entrees cooked from the oven. I decided on the Greek salad with grilled chicken. The food was authentic, fresh using the finest ingredients, delicious, and prepared simply, which is exactly what I was looking for. The portion was healthy. The service is always friendly and welcoming. I got to connect with the owner, Nick, a fellow Astorian, to catch up about the old neighborhood. The price was reasonable. If one's craving the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean, then look no further. One doesn't need to book a flight to Greece to enjoy authentic meals.

Absolutely loved this place. When we first got in the staff immediately sat us down and were sure…read moreto be quick and attentive. We order the pork gyro and the chicken platter. Both delicious were cooked perfectly. The tzatziki sauce was phenomenal. The menu you had a ton of different options that we would've loved to try. This place is perfectly in between fancy and causal. Definitely check it out if you are in the area. It's also BYOB.

So I had totally forgotten about this place and I've been sick the past few days and haven't been…read moreable to really leave the house so there's this place near my home that that's called wander and it's kind of like a DoorDash but it's a bunch of places in one spot. So I decided to place an order from here and my God it was out of this world.! The salad was huge and filled with great quality feta a ton of olives, a ton of very fresh tomatoes like everything was top level. I also got an order of hummus, which literally is going to take me a week to eat and of course they sent it with fresh hot Pita that was out of this world.! I had to pay a little bit more because it was a delivery service, but you know what it was worth every dime and I would do it again. Out of this world.

I had been to A Taste of Greece a couple of times a few years ago. This evening my daughter and I…read morewere looking for an excellent Greek dinner and I remembered this place. Glad I did! It was a frigid Friday night at about 6:30, so we lucked into a table for 2. Our waiter was personable and professional. He listed the specials for us and I selected the fried halloumi appetizer, avgolemono soup, and branzino for an entree. My daughter went with chicken kebabs and a Greek salad. The fried halloumi appetizer was perfectly fried sticks and was served with a cherry sauce which was the perfect accompaniment! Branzino was a great portion of perfectly cooked fish. My daughter enjoyed her chicken kebabs. It's a great place to have a nice conversation with some delicious food.

My first and only encounter with El Turco was a delivery meal and we had few complaints. Everything…read morewas well-packaged and tasted restaurant-fresh. The baba ghanoush was everything I love in a good eggplant dip and was a definite win in our book - seasoned, textured, and slightly smokey. We intuited this would be delicious by getting two containers of it, and this turned out to be a great life choice. Chicken adana is a fan favorite in our house, and it's done pretty well here. They're like elongated loaves of marinated and spiced ground chicken, and delicious with rice and a dollop of yogurt sauce. We preferred these over the chicken kebab, which were just as flavorful but quite a bit drier. Both entrees were served with a grilled tomato and pepper, which were still warm and charred from the grill. They also came with small side salads, with lightly dressed and slightly wilted greens. My husband appreciated the extra veggies with our meal, but I far preferred the warm and soft pita rounds.

Really wanted the food from here without having to leave home and so I put in a DoorDash order. I…read moregot an app of cheese borak, an order of chicken and lamb Adana. Borek was still very crispy and flaking when received, delicious. The meats were fantastic as always over top of their wonderful rice with a side of fluffy pita and crisp salad, chef's kiss. Excellent spot and great staff.

Ordered moussaka and spanakopita which were wonderful! Reminded of my trip to the Greek islands…read more Excellent!

Day 1: Escape from NYC to Bear Mountain and Westchester County…read more Eatery 1 of 2 I had the good fortune to visit New York City and stay with a friend from grad school who lives on the Upper West Side. At times, I felt like I was imposing, but I was reassured that I wasn't. With having lodging in such a great location, I decided it would only be fair for me to take care of the meals and some sightseeing. As it happens, I got a bodacious deal on a rented econobox at La Guardia ... for a price that you would get in the sticks elsewhere. I've driven around the Tri-state area before and thought that this would facilitate seeing things beyond what the MTA pass allowed. In driving across the stately George Washington Bridge at around noon, I knew that we would be eating in New Jersey. One stop would be the village of Ridgefield Park, a place in which I've had immigrant relatives who bordered on sitcom material. The plan was to go to a popular cheesesteak place that I had bookmarked, but it was closed. I couldn't believe it. So I continued to drive down Main Street. I saw a Greek restaurant and something about it was familiar. It was that I had bookmarked it based on a Yelp friend's review. The eatery is named Sparta Taverna. It's an unassuming place inside a brick storefront. Once inside, it's comfortable and unpretentious. We sat about two-thirds of the way toward the back. The server introduced herself and was very accessible at all times. The menu at Sparta is quite vast. There are two pages, and then there is also a separate lunch menu with specials. At any rate, I ordered a chicken souvlaki platter that, in addition to the skewers, came with a Greek salad and the potatoes how I like them. My friend ordered a more traditional gyro as well as a small side salad. I really liked my meal, as all of its pieces tasted like they should have ... and I eat Greek food whenever the opportunity presents itself. What was on the platter vanished fairly quickly. My friend liked the gyro and the side salad, but then my friend isn't as emotive when it comes to giving a yay or nay to food. At the beginning of the meal, we were brought small pita triangles surrounding a dollop of hummus. I really appreciated that. The prices at Sparta are very fair. The variety offered is very good. Even though the desserts looked tempting, we skipped on them to move on with the day. As you move away from the restaurant and this small hamlet, you come to realize that you are very close to New York City, given that one is cautiously avoiding ramps that would put you on the tolled direction of the George Washington Bridge back to the city. We would be heading up the Palisades Parkway in New Jersey. On the way out, I stopped to take a few photos. I noticed that there were photos in which Guy Fieri gave Sparta Taverna his seal of approval. I almost didn't need to see that because I find Guy Fieri grating and that he veers toward being a big "cafone." But, then, I've ended up at eateries that have been on his show without knowing that in advance, so history is repeating itself. I could definitely eat here again and recommend it. That said, Sparta Taverna gets 4 high and solid stars.

Visited for lunch and, as usual, it was great…read more I ordered the chicken platter with rice which comes with a Greek salad. I also ordered the peach iced tea (jarred). The server greeted me upon entering. She changed the table cloth on the table I sat at and brought me the iced tea, which she poured it into a cup with ice without me having to ask. I ordered and the food came out fresh and quickly. I ate everything (no surprise). I love this food because even if you finish the entire plate you do not feel sleepy or heavy. I was in and out within 45 minutes. I definitely recommend this restaurant. I have been here many times and they are consistently good.

The food is really great and the workers are so king. The Greek fries are delightful and I'm…read morenormally not a fries person. I got the chicken and gyro platter and it came with a Greek salad. The portions are a bit small for the price however. But I would definitely eat here again!

Excellent dinner. Excellent Seafood with very generous size portions. Loved the octopus and…read morecalamari appetizer special. Very attentive service.

No matter where one is, Christmas Eve, Noche Buena, Veille de Noël, Vigilia di Natale, and Paramoní…read moreChristoúgennon are more than tradition and family--they're all about food celebrated in a special way that often varies by country. Whether it's a roast turkey with endless sides, spicy meat stew, a seafood extravaganza, or even no-frills Kentucky Fried Chicken, there's no holding back when the season for feasting rolls around. Located on busy Broadway in Elmwood Park, we decided on our Christmas Eve dinner at this family-owned establishment. The reservation was easily made via OpenTable. Upon arrival as first-timers, my partner and I were greeted by the owner at Taverna Mykonos and got a table for two right away in the corner where the tables are close to each other inside their cozy, very dim-lit, and elegant dining room with Christmas music playing throughout. There's a full bar with an extensive selection of Greek wines, with approximately 80% sourced from regions across Greece, as well as other excellent choices from California and Spain. The menu featured both authentic traditional Greek dishes along with many other options. The restaurant bakes all of its bread as well as its desserts. Traditionally, the meat of choice served during a Greek Christmas meal is lamb and pork. For starters, we decided to share Keftedes (Greek-style seasoned meatballs served with tzatziki dipping sauce). For our main meal, we opted for Baby Roasted Lamb with roasted potatoes and Lamb Shank with tomato orzo. Complimentary bread started our meal, and we washed it down with a sparkling spring water product of Greece. Complimentary cookies were given to each table at the end of the meal. The food was fresh, using quality ingredients, tasty, and well-presented. We enjoyed the keftedes very much, as they were moist and complemented well with the tzatziki dipping sauce. The portion was reasonable. However, we were disappointed with the Baby Roasted Lamb, as it was mostly bones with only some pieces of edible meat. Service is professional, friendly, and fast. The cost is comparable to the area. Exchanged a few words with the owner, George, about the old neighborhood in Astoria. Opa!

Our appetizers and the puffy bread that came with it were delicious. Naturally, we were excited for…read moreour entrees to arrive. After they did, however, I was not very thrilled. We had to ask twice for our rice we ordered for entrees to be brought out because our server forgot. Fine, that happens. But what really threw me off was when I questioned if the mold in my cheese was normal, the server assured me it was naturally occurring for the flavor. I felt gaslit because I have never had Parmesan with such questionable green growth on it for consumption in any restaurant in my entire life. The server said if it bothered me, he'd bring out fresh shavings with no mold. I have left pictures so you can be the judge of this. Aside from my minor issue with the cheese, the ambiance of the restaurant was nice and there's plenty of choices for meat and non-meat eaters alike

We came here for Sunday lunch. It seemed to be a new Turkish restaurant, very pretty inside with…read moremodern interior, beautiful arts and decors, and a small bar area. We got a table right away. The menu had a variety of dishes like appetizers, soups, gyro, kebabs, pasta, pizzas, seafood, wraps and sandwiches. In drinks section, they had the Turkish coffee and tea. We started with their complementary bread, so fluffy and light, we pretty ate the whole thing before any of our dishes came. I ordered my favorite fried liver cubes from the hot apps section, and it was fantastic. It was full of flavor, perfectly sized cubes and properly fried. Tasted so good with the complimentary bread (we requested a second one). For entree we ordered the Mix Grill and Karisik Izgara as it was a perfectly sharable dish for two and we got to try 5 of their kebabs that are lamb shish, ground lamb, chicken shish, ground chicken and grilled meat patties. Both ground kebabs were excellent, full of flavors. The shish and patties were also good. We got the margarita pizza too, but that one was disappointed, seemed like some sauce was just thrown on top of the cheese and wasn't baked long enough. Our server was really friendly. She always stayed on top of things. Our dishes came out in quick time, it was impressive. Despite the shortcoming of the pizza, which is not usually a Turkish dish, I was thoroughly impressed by the actually Turkish dishes, like liver cubes and kebabs. I'll for sure visit them again whenever I feel like having kebabs next time

Small place. A few tables to sit. Mostly take out. Popular place…read more Friendly staff and the food is top notch. Large plates -- share.

11/26/25 Wanted…read moreGreek and found this restaurant. At 1st we were hesitant since it was empty upon arrival but we were hungry so we went in. Glad we did. Loaded Gyro Fries were genius! Never thought of this combo but it is delicious. The Gyro pieces were tasty and the Fries crispy. Pork Souvlaki was flavorful and tender.