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Athens Restaurant

4.2 (103 reviews)
ModerateGreek, Seafood
Closed • Closed

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for kids
Dogs allowed

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Lisa B.

Greek is one of my favourite cuisines, so when I'm on the Danforth, I need to eat! I was in the area around lunch time a few weeks ago and had bookmarked Athens on Yelp to try. I sat outside on the small patio in front (though they have some extra patio seating due to the street closures for Covid). My server was wearing a face shield, and the tables were spaced out well. I decided to try one of the specials, and ordered the lamb wrapped in phyllo and a village salad. There was SOOOOO much food. I ended up having a ton left over to take home (and yes, it tasted just as good the next day). Although a little on the greasy side, everything tasted homecooked and delicious. I cannot wait to come back again.

Cod in tomato sauce, biftekia
Ash S.

Great food, large portions, friendly service! If I lived closer I'd definitely be a regular. Drinks are strong too.

Soutzoukakia on dinner platter; we had hummus, black olive spread, and potato & garlic spread as well
Katie N.

Delicious food! The portions are huge, which would've been awesome if we weren't traveling and could've taken leftovers. Their traditional menu items were super, and the service was so kind. Definitely recommend as a relaxing spot for an abundance of good food

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Cheryl K.

Restaurant is located at the edge of Greektown on Danforth. Restaurant appears to be quite popular with Greeks and locals. There were many large groups and everyone seemed to know each other....staff and customers. Our reservations was on Saturday at 7:30. By 8:00, the place was full. Atmosphere was quaintly small and dimly lit. Unique feature was that when asked whether this was our first visit, they asked us whether we wanted to visit the kitchen. We agreed as we were curious after reading other reviews saying the same thing. With trepidation, we went into the kitchen where the cook showed us a counter full of prepare food. He then described each dish. These were all the dishes of the day, in addition to what is offered on the menu. Service was good and the food came promptly.

Single pork souvlaki skewer.
Sam A.

Given the fact that I just came back from Greece a month ago, I ALMOST felt like I was whisked right back. It's those damn Greek chairs! lol When you walk in, you are welcomed with dim lighting and Greek music. Also, the menu is exactly how it would be in Greece. I was beyond hungry coming here, hungry to the point where you feel sick. So that kinda threw me off and I couldn't truly enjoy my experience. Still, I forced myself to eat. As you may have read in the reviews (and it says right on their menu), they take you to the kitchen to show you the specials of the day. One of the specials was Fasolakia, which are green beans cooked in tomato sauce, so I had to get a side order of it. I love it! I also ended up just getting a single pork skewer and my boyfriend got the chicken souvlaki dinner. They serve complimentary bread which was really good according to my boyfriend. The thing that surprised me the most was that they actually give you a personal horiatiki as your salad that's included in your meal. No other Greek restaurants, that I have been to in the GTA, do this. It was a good serving. Enough for two people. Taste and presentation were on point. Although, tomatoes here can't compare to how they are in Greece. All the food came out fairly quick. We were in and out in under an hour. The pork and chicken souvlaki were delicious and very juicy. Tzatziki was on point as well. Potatoes included in the dinner were soft and flavourful. The only complaint from the both of us was the rice. Nothing special at all, in fact pretty bland. Despite feeling so sick on my visit here, I still think the place deserves 4 stars. I would return here if I was really feigning for Greek food. Tastes are as authentic as their Greek chairs. It doesn't get realer than that.

Lamb exohiko
Alice G.

You get to go to tHe kitchen and check out their daily specials. Different each day!! Gott the lamb exohiko (lamb wrapped in pastry with vegetables and cheesee). Not too heavy.

Saganakis.  $13
Bojan P.

Food: (5 stars) They got a few specials every day which has limited quantity. To see the specials you actually walk into the kitchen to talk directly to the chef. Every time I got the special I was extremely satisfied. The cost of the specials is around $20. The items from the menu are all really good: Calamari (both grilled and fried), octopus, dips, greek salad (With huge pieces of feta cheese), Saganaki cheese (grilled cheese with a shot and lemon poured over it). The only thing I was not a huge fan of was fried Zucchini. The classic dinners are very large: salad, potato, rice and meet. Ordering appetizers and a full dinner will be too much. I would suggest getting an appetizer, 2 skewers and a full dinner for 2 people to share. Service: (5 stars) Very friendly, and attentive. Atmosphere: (4 stars) A smaller/cozy restaurant. Can fit about 30 people total. They got a small patio, but its on the busy street and can fit about 6 people.

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20 minutes for the cheque, service is substandard. Gyros on a pita was alright. Would not go again.

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12 years ago

This is the best Greek restaurant outside of Greece. If you have the opportunity to eat here don't miss it.

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Great food. Friendly staff. Like other reviewers, I enjoyed the kitchen tour for specials. It felt cozy. I will definitely return.

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Such amazing Greek food . A huge amount in a take out tray for 10+ tax. Amazing food.

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The food was amazing! Nothing disappointed. Everything had a homemade taste. Service was friendly and prompt. It's a must try!

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Pantheon Restaurant

4.1(375 reviews)
0.7 km•Greektown, Riverdale
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Very solid place that one probably had a similar experience if they went there 20 years ago…read more I had the moussaka and it was just what I wanted. The rice was actually a lot better than I expected. I know it's just a side, but rice at times from other Greek places isn't that great, and this was much better. My wife had the mix grill plate, and I helped. She absolutely loved the lamb. It was largely over the quality and the prep was fairly standard, but there's nothing wrong with that. The other parts didn't jump out, but were still perfectly good. The service was very attentive.

Having had moussaka ($33.95) at more chain-like Greek restaurants, Pantheon's version is lighter…read moreand fresher tasting. The potato layer feels fluffy and sandwiches thinly sliced eggplant, so the aubergine is rather pronounced. The ground beef mixture wasn't overly spiced and even the bechamel sauce was a thin layer, so it toasts the top but doesn't saturate the slice. Ultimately, it's not heavy so you could get through a full portion. A flaming saganaki ($19.95), the pan fried kefalotiri cheese, is a staple in Canadian Greek restaurants. It seems touristy to order but there's something endearing about setting a piece of cheese on fire and yelling "opa"! For me, the dish is more for the atmosphere than taste. Pantheon pan fries the cheese well, so it develops a crust even prior to flambeeing and serves it as a thick gooey slice. If only the accompanying bread wasn't so dry and mealy, a good saganaki calls for a better complement. Almost all their mains arrive with a sizeable Greek side salad that's smartly served first containing ample amounts of crumbled feta and some tomato, cucumbers, and onion over romaine. Their dressing is different, tamer and while still acidic there's a sweetness to it. Not sure, but perhaps they use a red wine vinegar and then blend the ingredients together so it's better combined? With the fishkebob souvlaki ($36.95) I was expecting fish, but it's really a seafood kebob containing shrimp, calamari and mushroom. It's cooked well with a faint grilled aroma, very tender, and lightly salted. Sadly, my steamed vegetables were merely carrots and didn't have the delicious garlicky green beans included on my friends' plates. Luckily, there was plenty with the moussaka so I could augment mine. At least there was an ample portion of roasted lemon potatoes that were soft and fluffy with a refreshing pronounced citrus finish. Pantheon doesn't skimp on the lamb chops that arrive with the entrée. And if you can't decide on what protein you'd like, their menu also offers some as add-ons. The lamb chop by the piece ($11.95) was bit gamier than I'd like but was cooked to a perfect medium doneness. A complimentary honey cake arrives for the table and is almost like having baklava in cake form. Just watch out, as the moist crumbly cake is difficult to pick up with a fork. Don't waste a bit of this delicious dessert, just use your fingers.

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