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    Athens Grill

    4.3 (308 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Greek salad and hummus
    Dee F.

    Still great! The quality and freshness is still here. Ordered Greek salad and hummus. The best hummus in the DMV! The salad was fantastic!

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    Xavier I.

    Thursday 2/22/2024 I ordered in person and the food took about 20-30 min to be ready. I got the chicken souvlai platter (with rice, salad, pita) $14.95, "fat free" gyro $13.95, and 1 peice of baklava $6.50. My total was $39.08 which is way more than I expected but they have a 4% credit card fee so maybe that's why but idk. The "fat free" gyro was an extremely messy and disappointing dish. The gyro wasn't wrapped properly so once I got it out the foil it got real messy. The meat in gyro (lamb or beef) was terrible and to make it worse the tzatziki sauce left a bad feeling in my stomach. The only gyro I had before was from Naz's halal and it was significantly better than what I got here (DO NOT get this dish). The chicken souvlaki platter was solid but slightly overpriced due to the chicken portion. It was a huge disappointment compared to what I expected (there was just 4-5 chicken pieces on the skewer). Finally, the baklava which I can easily say was the best item I had BUT $6.50 for a small piece is ridiculous and flat out overpriced. I'm newer to baklava (only tried this and another) but I can say this is the best I've had: sweet and delicious. Overall, I had a pretty disappointing experience due to food taste, pricing, and portions and that's why I would not come back.

    Lamb platter
    Min Z.

    The food was cooked fresh, the service was alright and the atmosphere was casual. We went there when it just opened. It was a one man operation. He was waiter, cashier and cook all in one. The portion was big and tasted okay. We wanted to try several different things but unavailable. So we ended up ordering the same lamb platter. I would've liked trying the desserts, but they looked like leftovers from the day before: stale and unappealing. So we skipped. Overall, it's better than fast food chains, but not something I would go out of my way for.

    Chicken Souvlaki
    Ronnie T.

    Stepping into this restaurant was like stepping back into Greece! Upon walking into the restaurant, I was greeted by a vibrant older woman at the register. She asked me what I would like to order, and I replied "Chicken Souvlaki". You can choose rice or french fries, and I chose rice. I also ordered a lemonade to drink. After ordering I decided to eat inside, FYI you choose your own table. Upon waiting, I took in all of the artwork inside the restaurant while also soaking up the aroma of the food cooking and listening to the staff speak in their Native Greek tongue. It was warming to know that my food was being freshly made. A few minutes later a raspy voice yelled out, "Sir, chicken souvlaki!!!!" I went up to the counter and was handed a tray that was flooded with deliciousness! Grilled chicken, rice, greek salad topped with feta, and four pieces of pita bread! I also asked for tzatziki sauce on the side which I had to pay extra for, but it is so worth it! I began eating and I was in absolute paradise!!! The flavors were so rich and authentic! I dipped the pita in the tzatziki and my taste buds were singing!!! This food was very flavorful and you could taste the love that was put into it! I took my time eating and savored every bite. As I finished up my meal, more and more people stopped into the restaurant to place an order. I am glad to see this establishment getting so much business, with the level of quality food they are putting out they deserve it. Check this place out, you are in for a treat! Cheers to good eats!

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    Lisa A.

    Second time I pick up order from this place we asked for sauce on the side flip the sauce on top of the Gyro by time you get home it's so soggy Would not recommend

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    Outstanding!!! Great food and people!! Go there!! Got Gyro platter and it was legendary!! Bravo!!

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    Amazing traditional Greek food!!! We had salmon, beef and lamb kebabs. Hidden gem! We highly recommend this place

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    Always great Greek food - gyro salad or kabobs with rice. Phone in pickup. Always ready by time estimate. Generous portions

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    Best Greek food for your money! We will definitely be back I tried Greek food from other places but this one takes the gold medal!

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    The guys that run this place are priceless. The food is great. Not high cuisine, but super satisfying!

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    The fries very good but that chiken is dang dry steak is good aswell and it does remind me of the movie Greece

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    From the moment we walked in, we knew we were in for something special. Ela Mesa Taste of Greece…read moredidn't just serve us a meal -- it transported our taste buds straight to the Mediterranean. We started strong with the feta cheese appetizer, and wow -- the creamy, briny richness paired perfectly with fresh accompaniments. The Greek salad that followed was unbelievably fresh, with crisp vegetables and vibrant flavors that felt like summer in every bite. But the real star of the night? The pork chops. They were cooked to juicy perfection, seasoned beautifully, and paired with sides that complemented the dish rather than competed with it. Each forkful was savory, tender, and honestly one of the best versions of Greek-inspired pork I've had in a while. What sets Ela Mesa apart isn't just the food -- though it truly delivers authentic, elevated Greek flavors -- it's the whole experience. Guests consistently rave about the warm, inviting atmosphere and attentive service that makes you feel right at home. Whether you're craving classic Greek dishes done exceptionally well or discovering Mediterranean flavors for the first time, this place is a must-try gem. We'll absolutely be back -- and next time, we're leaving room for dessert!

    Came here with my parents to celebrate an early Mother's Day and avoid the crowds, it did not…read moredisappoint! It's so funny because David and I frequent the Akira ramen next door and not once had we ever noticed that this Greek restaurant was right next to it! I was immediately impressed by the perfect amount of variety on the menu, and the dishes sounded really authentic. Our server also told us there were a number of specials happening that day, so there's sure to be something for everyone. We ended up ordering 3 entrees for 4 people to share and we were able to swap a few of the side dishes that the entrees came with. Gioulbasi (half roasted chicken): The chicken was tasty, although I didn't eat a few parts closest to the bone because they were a bit bloody and I couldn't tell if it was cooked through. The lemon potatoes that came with this were BOMB! Super lemony, and had a slight crisp outer texture. I could eat a plate full of those potatoes. Branzino: Unfortunately the Chilean Sea Bass we wanted was out, so our waiter recommended the Branzino instead. It was good, but not mindblowing. Its a pretty lean fish, but the meat slid right off the bone and it was pretty easy to eat. Yiouvetsi (lamb shank): Super tender, came right off the bone and paired nicely with the tomatoey orzo pasta underneath. A HUGE portion, we had some leftover to go. Overall, we loved the chill ambiance and authenticity of the dishes and selection on the menu. My parents love Greek/Meditteranean food, so would definitely visit again! Shoutout to our server Riley who was great too, I had to call him over to explain the specials to me twice, give that man a raise!

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    The beautiful bar area.
    The beautiful bar area.
    Lamb shank with orzo
    Lamb shank with orzo
    A beautiful bar area.

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    A beautiful bar area.
    Melina

    Melina

    4.5
    (410 reviews)
    10.0 mi
    $$$

    I just want to preface this by saying this review was not written by AI. This is a heartfelt review…read morefrom a real human! My boyfriend and I went to Melina for the first time, and we both left with the exact same thought: this is the best restaurant we've ever been to. To begin, our server, Justin, was the absolute best server we've ever had. From the moment we sat down and were handed the menu, Justin immediately began to explain the starters and appetizers. He didn't just explain what was on the menu; he broke down the origins, the ingredients, where they were imported from, why they were named what they were, how they were cooked, and even how they would make us feel! We left that introduction knowing exactly what we wanted and why, with zero guessing. Neither of us is from Greece, yet we didn't feel like we had to look up a single thing on our phones to understand the menu. Everything we had was a perfect combination and an incredible experience. When it came to the main dishes, I chose the Portobello Mushrooms, which come with a hazelnut farro. Justin remembered that my boyfriend is allergic to nuts and thoughtfully had the farro served on the side so that my boyfriend could still try the rest of my plate safely. That level of care and thoughtfulness is something I've never encountered in all of our dates. Between the jokes, the perfect check-ins, his menu encyclopedia knowledge, and the overall vibes, my boyfriend and I left the restaurant overwhelmed with joy. Neither of us has ever left a restaurant review before, so that alone says a lot. Melina and Justin will definitely be a regular staple in our lives moving forward. Please go to this restaurant and get the Crab Croquettes (every single bite left me with a smile)!

    What a beautiful restaurant with such a delicious menu!…read more I came here with my friend for brunch and was pretty blown away by how nice the atmosphere was just from entering the restaurant. Truly a lot of thought was put into the decor which I love to see for sure! Our table ordered the bread of the day with the spread and olives. I loved how there were different types of olives with this appetizer. The tuna and avocado toast, though? Amazing, fresh, so delicious. I would order this for every brunch visit! The service was also great! 10/10 Very courteous and kind. Thank you!

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    Inside Melina, bar view
    Inside Melina, bar view
    Crab shakashuka
    Crab shakashuka
    Cucumber Basil Gin Cocktail and Saratoga Sparkling Water

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    Cucumber Basil Gin Cocktail and Saratoga Sparkling Water
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    Cava Mezze - Rockville

    4.3
    (1k reviews)
    6.5 mi
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    My wife and I had such a wonderful experience at Cava Mezze for Valentine's Day. Everyone was so…read morefriendly, and I enjoyed the wood-like feel/vibe, making it cozy on a cold and windy day. We had a reservation, just in case for any craziness, but it seems like anytime right before 12 looked like a good time to go. The whole staff was friendly and very quick to assist with anything that we needed. We ordered the Brunch Mania each and I got the Nutella Banana Fritters, Smoked Salmon Toast, and Spicy Lamb Benedict. Each dish was full portioned, which was great, so that you got your money's worth (other Cava Mezze's I've been to before had tapas style, but it has been a long time since that time). Each dish was delicious, and luckily I was able to try some other dishes that my wife ordered, which were wonderful. Don't sleep on those hush puppies, I wish I could've gotten more. We also ordered mimosas, which were 25 cents each (if you get the brunch mania), all of which were strong and worth it.

    I went to Cava Mezze on a Sunday afternoon; There were only two other tables seated during this…read moretime, so I was seated promptly. Cava Mezze had some of the best customer service I'd ever experienced. The staff was so attentive--everyone from my server to the manager. Any member of the staff that simply passed my table made sure to ask me if I was enjoying my food or give me an update on the status of my food. My server also made sure to inform me about the restaurant's cuisine and menu before I ordered. As a solo diner, she made recommendations about what may be best since I wouldn't be sharing the small plates with a party. As for the food, I ordered the saganaki and grilled octopus. The restaurant also provided complimentary pita and harissa. The pita came out warm and the harissa was actually one of my favorite parts of the meal. The saganaki was good, but was ultimately just warm cheese; So as a solo diner, the $16 cost wasn't worth it to me. If dining alone, I probably would spend my money on a more unique appetizer like the hush puppies or mezze tasting. The elements of the grilled octopus were good, but felt like they were slightly off or missing something when paired all together. The grilled squid was tasty (well seasoned and smokey), but had a few too many burnt pieces for my preference and was /slightly/ tough. I still really enjoyed the flavor of it though. The fava puree was sooo good! Again, it had a great, slightly salty flavor that I really enjoyed. I think it was perhaps the brininess of the capers that threw off the flavors off, but the dish felt 100% more balanced once I mixed in some of the complimentary harissa! I really enjoyed my time at Cava Mezze and am excited to return to try more items from their menu. This restaurant is solo-date approved!

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    Seating area
    Seating area
    Grilled octopus. Good, but I wish the octopus had more char to it.
    Grilled octopus. Good, but I wish the octopus had more char to it.
    Dining room

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    Mykonos Grill

    Mykonos Grill

    3.6
    (428 reviews)
    9.0 mi
    $$

    One of my favorite Greek Restaurants in the area. The other day I was feeling under the weather…read more I needed something small and nourishing that will hold me over til I get home. I ordered one of my favorite soups; avgolemono. A Greek staple made of lemon egg broth with chicken and rice. It's like warm hug to lift up your spirits. I also got pita and tzatziki and its perfect. Too good to share. I've been here a few times before and great memories with the hubs to celebrate anniversaries and birthdays. He loves the spanakopitas and the lamb shank. I love the stuffed grape leaves and lamb chops. Service was good but at times it can be hit or miss. Service tends to be better during the week.

    "In Greece, every meal is a story of friendship, family, and flavors." We have been coming to…read moreMykonos Grill for many years. It is comfort food for your soul. The ambiance is lovely with Greece's national colors of blue and white represented throughout the restaurant. I love the crisp white table cloths and delicious food. I have to admit that service was really challenging last night. It took about 15 minutes to get someone to take our order. Then, when the waitress took our order, she asked how we wanted the food sent to our table. We ordered an appetizer, soup, and salads. We of course asked for the appetizer first and then the soup. Lastly, the salads...But, unfortunately everything arrived at the same time. So, we were trying to eat it all at once. Aside, from the service the meal was delicious. They are the only restaurant I know that serves my favorite Greek dip- Tarama. A mix of fish roe, boiled potato, fresh lemon and parsley! It was light, whipped, and flavorful. Then, we had avgolemono soup. It is a lemon chicken rice soup. It was rich and comforting. Then, we both ordered salads. They were fresh with crisp vegetables, feta cheese, and Greek olives. It was so good. I took one star off for the service issues, but I still love Mykonos Grill and we will be back soon.

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    The inside of the restaurant.
    The inside of the restaurant.
    The fresh bread and olive oil dip is phenomenal!
    The fresh bread and olive oil dip is phenomenal!
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    Konstantine’s Greek Taverna

    Konstantine’s Greek Taverna

    4.1
    (195 reviews)
    12.3 mi
    $$$

    Overall, we were disappointed with our experience…read more Pros: The restaurant jtself is nice--the location is convenient, the open air dining was lovely, and there was ample parking. Cons: The service was not great. They have lots of staff--someone to light the candles, someone to bring the water, someone to take our order, someone to bring out the appetizer, someone to bring out drinks, someone to bring out entrees, etc. But there was very little follow up along the way. Our waters never got filled again. Our server took our drink order right away, but took a long time to come back to take our food order. Despite that, we still got our drinks well after the appetizer came out. The next time we saw the server was when we were done eating. The food should have been better for the price as well. We shared the grilled halloumi cheese appetizer. The cheese was cold by the time it got to us, and the plate came with two small olives--just two. At that point, don't bother. I had the bronzini, which had a good flavor, but was mostly skin. There was very little fish attached to two filets. My wife had the scallops. The entree came with five or six (can't remember exactly) medium-sized scallops. My wife described them as "forgettable," with very little thought to presentation (some of the scallops were laying on their side on the plate. The asparagus was overcooked. Unfortunately we both left still kind of hungry, and definitely put off.

    This lovely house turned restaurant has been on my go-to list for a long time and it did not…read moredisappoint. We started with the calamari and hummus dip. The calamari was perfectly breaded and crispy. The hummus had a great blend of garlic, parsley, a bit of cayenne and red chili flakes with lemon and paprika. All these ingredients make a plain hummus extra tasty. Our two main entrees consisted of the broiled Atlantic salmon with asparagus and Greek potatoes and the Yero plate containing rotisserie beef and lamb slices serviced over pita, with tzatziki, and salad. The salmon was impressively at the perfect temperature. I thoroughly enjoyed my entire meal. The Yero plate had the best slices of beef and lamb. They were soft and absolutely well prepared. Our dinner was accompanied with two musicians who played lovely traditional Greek songs. The music was not too loud and we were able to have a nice conversation at our table. Service was a tad slow towards the end of our meal. We were seated in the basement and there was a time when not a single server was on the floor. Water service was lacking and odd -- we waited quite some time for a refill and when someone did come, only one of us got the refill when we both needed water! Still, I loved the food and atmosphere. Parking: Plenty in the back of the restaurant.

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    Konstantine’s Greek Taverna
    Konstantine’s Greek Taverna
    Konstantine’s Greek Taverna

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