Had a delicious lunch at this beautiful canal side restaurant that's been in business for many years. The restaurant is in an old Victorian house in Yardley, replete with original details. My food was perfectly prepared. The fresh pita was so unlike the ones served in most restaurants. These were light, soft & airy & perfect for the lamb gyro I ordered. The lamb was tender & perfectly seasoned. I asked for extra tzatziki sauce when I ordered, but it wasn't on my plate. I asked again when our waitress brought our food, but she disappeared. Nobody was answering the loud phone that kept ringing at the front desk. I finally asked another waitress for the tzatziki, & she came back after a while with a small container of an almost frozen sour cream with dill dip, not a true tzatziki- very disappointing! The final insult was being charged an extra .50 cents for the frozen dip. The service was absent. But my lamb gyro was excellent. I also asked for extra well-done fries with no salt & they were perfect, hot & extremely crispy. I'm sure this was a case of understaffing or something because this restaurant has such a great reputation. Again, the food was perfectly prepared & on point, but our server wasn't having her best day of service. read more

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So happy that I have rediscovered Canal Street a few times since our first visit. This Greek restaurant has consistently delivered on taste and cozy ambience, whether a family dinner or a date lunch. Apps this time included cold dips and my favorite version of grape leaves. Meat dishes - especially lamp chops and blackened salmon were big winners. Carb cakes also crispy to perfection. Lemon potatoes were the all around favorite. Baklava was a treasured dessert and converted even my picky younger daughter over to Baklava (chocolate mousse also rich and delish). So glad we have had many great meals here and that Canal Street was such a nice place to have a weekend dinner with friends. read more

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Our impromptu visit to Canal Street Grille left us less than raving. The stark interior was unwelcoming and cold. Which perfectly matched the staff who were somewhat preoccupied or disinterested. Even the woman who appeared to be either the manager or owner was less than thrilled to be in the dining room let alone interact with the patrons. The food came out slow with a pleasant presentation but overcooked proteins. We ate, we paid, we left. The End read more

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Truly a gem and we enjoy it everytime. It never disappoints. Surprisingly one of the best burgers around and cooked as requested! I mean how many times have you asked for a medium burger only to get it well done? Compliments to the chef on that alone but also on the Moussaka. Both the vegetable and classic Moussaka are standouts. Sooo delicious. Our server was excellent. Friendly, timly and wanted to please. It added to a perfect dinner. Reservations were honored. The restaurant wasn't full on Sunday night, but you never know...still better to have a reservation. And who dosen't love a byob!! Not sure why we haven't been here in a while but we will put it back on our top 5 local place to go. It checks every box. read more

Wife and I stopped in for a dinner we both ordered the chicken Gyro. We were surprised to learn that you now have to pay extra for fries on the side.. The order came out quickly the Gyro bread was delicious chewy and fresh the chicken however was grilled ahead of time and must have sat and they just re-warmed it because it was dry and chewy. When we brought it up to our server he just acknowledged and said he was sorry --we were not looking for a refund....What has happened to this place that used to be so delicious! The menu has been drastically cut down in size -so I'm not sure why the food can't be excellent with limited choices. read more

Haven't been to Canal Grill in a number of years as we were going quite often and we're exploring elsewhere but now we seem to have come back to where we had started for Mediterranean comfort food. That's a good menu options very friendly staff very clean very accommodating. We absolutely enjoyed our dinner last night and will be putting Canal grow back on our regular rotation. read more

Canal Street Grille - Octopus dish - Greek Near Me - Yardley, Pennsylvania

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Since relocating to Yardley, the Canal Street Grille has become our go to spot for quick and delicious lunches and it has never disappointed. This down to earth gem has a small but solid menu that offers an enticing cross section of Greek dishes and we've explored quite a bit of it. One of our favorites is the lamb gyro and fries, which is consistently delicious and perfectly made. The Greek omelette with feta is another standout, which takes me back to the old NYC diners I grew up on. It's a great meal. The roasted beets with feta mousse and herbs is another dish that we can't get enough of. My kids, who never like beets, eat this like it's going out of style. Finally, the Greek meatballs are a must try, very authentic and packed with flavor. The ambiance is sorta bare bones but it's a comfortable restaurant and always clean and welcoming. Service is solid, though it's worth noting that during busy times, the wait for your food can be a bit longer than expected. Overall, the Canal Street Grille is a standout in downtown Yardley. With its consistently excellent food, it's a place we always look forward to visiting. If you're in the area and looking for a great lunch spot, I wholeheartedly recommend giving them a try. It's easily one of the best options around. read more

Walked in at 7:20 (kitchen closes at 7:30), and they were happy to sit us. We sat by the windows that overlook the canal which is usually a beautiful view but it was dark out. I ordered the lamb gyro and my wife got the Greek salad with lamb. It was delicious as always. We were in and out in 17 minutes flat. Great staff and great food. This is a staple for us and we will definitely be back! read more

Canal Street Grille - Greek salad with Lamb - Greek Near Me - Yardley, Pennsylvania

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What an awesome location on the canal... beautiful and relaxing in this quaint, but hopping little river side town... I love this menu! And if you follow me, you know it's "fresh" and "original" that turns me on....and Canal Street has it... their Greek Salad is the best (almost anywhere)... very friendly and old time staple in Yardley. Lot's of parking and although you feel secluded and relaxed, downtown Yardley is right out the door and around the corner!!! Hurry.... read more

Fabulous atmosphere! Excellent food!! Delicious Desserts!!! AWESOME SERVER (( Peggy, You ROCK!!!! )) We had the Beet appetizer, the 10 chicken wings which had Great flavor, But rubbery fatty, my husband and I ordered the Chicken Parmesan! Crispy and perfectly Sauced! Over spaghetti..... Yummmm. My Favorite ! The issue was the dinner was NOT hot, the pasta under the chicken was Cold, but I finished mine! My husband left a good sized portion, because Who wants to eat a Half COLD dinner for $22. 00? And your online menu IS NOT updated! Online, the prices reflect, $18.00. My Mom had the Scottish Salmon with a raspberry pomegranate cranberry reduction with risotto and a side of fresh Broccoli and Cauliflower!! Perfection. My Aunt had their Greek Salad with grilled chicken and the trio platter of pita flatbreads and Baba ghanoush, hummus and tzatziki sauce. Dessert was Rice pudding and baklava both house made. The baklava was Tough and the rice pudding was tasty but Undercooked! My husband is a chef of 33 years, I'm not sure if their chef tastes and checks their food but for the reviews and the raves from my Aunt, I was a Bit HYPED UP... and looked forward to her birthday dinner all day! I left Canal Street Disappointed and saddened for how the owner just stood there in the midst of their restaurant thriving but Clearly NOT ENOUGH help. Why wouldn't the owner Set the Night Up for success? Are they perhaps, Understaffed ?? I'm not sure but that's how it appeared. The ONLY issue I had, was in the midst of our delicious dinner, the restaurant was SLAMMED and Our server Peggy and the few other staff were Running around but the owner literally Did Nothing to assist or Help. My husband asked for a drink for my mother and the owner told my husband that Peggy Can get it. Wow. she passed it off to Peggy who had her hands More than Full and she was standing in front of the soda machine, literally Doing NOTHING. It Is Disappointing to see, my family has owned several restaurants since the 1940's and we would Never just stand there while our Staff were struggling. We would've hopped in the Trenches with Staff to Help service the customers. My Mind is seriously BLOWN AWAY tonight. I mean, what if my mother was choking and needed a drink? Would she have Just stood there? Our Bill for 4 adults with the items above came to $171.50. A experience, But Definitely NOT worth THAT MUCH to see how the servers were left to sink! Hopefully, Peggy doesn't have to split tips with the owner! I'm sorry, But Smarten UP! My grandmother would've Hopped IN to help or refill drinks or Something! It's a disgrace to see an Owner NOT set up her Staff for Success!! It's a direct reflection on how Little the owner cares. We won't be back, I will spend my Hard earned Money elsewhere. read more

Canal Street Grille - The dining room of Canal Street - Greek Near Me - Yardley, Pennsylvania

Six of us had Sunday lunch here today. It was really good! I had the Athenian salad with grilled chicken. I haven't eaten here in quite awhile & I'd forgotten how good that salad is. One friend had the Greek salad with lamb & loved it. Spanakopita was shared by 2 as an appetizer...a very generous slice they enjoyed. Several had gyros and soup. I was very happy with our meal and the service. It was flurrying outside & inside we were cozy and happy. I won't let a long time go by again without visiting! read more

Wonderful to stop in for a baklava after a stroll along the canal . Great service and tasty food. Lovely canal view as well read more

I really want to like this place, but I have my issues with it. Pros: an amazing Greek salad!!!! It comes fresh and full of flavor with pita on the side. Cons: wait staff was a bit spacey on our visit. We had one waitress take our order and another deliver it. Staff did not understand what we tried to order and we had to state what we wanted/didn't want multiple times. I had the spanakopita app- it was bland, but perfectly flakey. I also ordered the chicken Florentine. The sauce and the pasta were the best parts of the dish. The chicken seemed overcooked and for a moment I wondered if it was actual chicken breast and not something reheated. Also, the spinach didn't add anything to the dish and had no taste. read more

We got there at 6:45. Food was good but it was so obvious that they wanted us to leave around 8pm. They started cleaning up around us, turned the lights on, started vacuuming as we were sitting there. The last straw was when my friend and I stood up to leave but were still talking, the server squeezed between us to clean up the rest of the table. It was so rude. I would never go back here. If they knew they wanted to close by 8pm, they should have told us before seating us. We would have went somewhere else that would have not made us feel so uncomfortable. read more

This was our first time here. I've been wanting to try it and it was my besties birthday so a group of us went and we love a BYOB! We got to try a bunch of dishes and apps and not one of them disappointed. For apps we got The Mussels, The Greek Dip Trio, The Roasted Beets and The Falafel with their homemade Tzatziki Sauce! For our mains I got the Lamb Gyro with Greek Salad picture attached (So GOOD)my one friend got the chicken gyro with fries, my other friend got the Vodka Rigatoni as recommended by one of the staff and said it was amazing, my nephew got the angus burger with cheese and the lemon roasted potatoes and my husband got the Classic Moussaka, everyone was thrilled! Sorry I didn't take more pictures, I guess you'll just have to there yourself. The service was great and our waiter looked like someone famous that we are still trying to figure out. Next time we want to try the outdoor seating because it looks idealistic. Big Fan! read more

Canal Street Grille - The Lamb Gyro w/ The Greek Salad - Greek Near Me - Yardley, Pennsylvania

This place is a hidden gem. Delicious food and great service. I enjoyed delicious chili and a fresh salad with blackened chicken. All desserts are made in house as well. Greek chef makes authentic looking moussaka, which I will order next time. They have a view of greenery and a wall of candles, clean restrooms and a beautiful patio. read more

This place never disappoints. The food and the service is always great. Love their soups and gyro sandwiches. I would try more options next time. read more

Great place to dine; great place for take away. Not just Greek food but hamburgers and such for more finicky diners.

Moussaka is nasty. Chocolate mousse not good either. Greek salad good. Hummus too lemony.

Best wings in the area. Theses are my favorite of my life. So tasty, crispy and on the smaller side. Just the right size. We love the spanikopita, too. Try it, you'll love it! read more

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Great place for lunch in the quaint town of Yardley PA. I had the crab cakes, which came with these delicious little lemon flavored potatoes and some veggies. The salad was also delicious and everything was very fresh. read more

Canal Street Grille - Crab cake platter - Greek Near Me - Yardley, Pennsylvania

I brought my pup and sat outside on this cold November evening. Anthony and Emma came out and greeted us, showered my dog with attention and Anthony even offered to bring her a water bowl. The food was quick and tasted spectacular, as always. When the check came, I had to go inside if I wanted to use Apple Pay but Emma volunteered to wait with my pup which was pretty incredible. I love going out to eat but most of the places give you mediocre service as best. I love this place and look forward to more great times ahead! read more

It's a thursday night, tried to make a reservation for 4 at 6:45pm. Hostess who answered phone tells me they close promptly at 8pm... is that enough time... perhaps I could come in earlier. I aked her if I'm in the middle of finishing dessert and it's 8pm can I finish? She replied we close at 8pm. so, a bit taken aback I ask her again... would we be able to finish eating... Would we just have to get up and leave... at that she hung up on me. Would have loved to try this place, but after that friendly conversation, I'd say that's never going to happen. BTW, I just looked on their website and see that they are open until 9pm. WTF read more

This post is to detail a very unpleasant experience I had today at Canal Street Grille. Because of it, I will no longer be patronizing this establishment. Of course, you can weigh this information as you make your decision. We called in a takeout order for 5 people for Mothers Day lunch for my girlfriend and her sons. Let me acknowledge up front my role in this fiasco. In my hurry to get the food I did not check the order. And what Joe Pesci said in Lethal Weapon 4 is totally accurate. When I got home, we learned 2 of the entrees were not there. As I began the 15 minute ride back to the restaurant, I called to inform them of the problem so they could rectify it. First, the employee I was speaking to said that she read my order back to me and there was no chicken Ceasars salad and no turkey burger ordered. What happened is that she missed the chicken Ceasars and she misheard the turkey burger and entered a cheeseburger. For the record, neither the salad nor cheeseburger were included in the food I picked up. I was dumbfounded that she blamed me for the mix up. I have never had a manager at a restaurant act like that before. Nevertheless, I drove to pick up the omitted food. Upon arrival, she told me they were working on it. It took another 20 minutes for a chicken Ceasars salad and a turkey burger to be prepared. When I asked her to check on my order, she said it was coming, and that the kitchen was busy. Typically, a " refire" is moved to the front of the line to help rectify a mistake. Apparently thst does not happen at Canal Street Grille. And of course, she refused to acknowledge she actually made a mistake, so she felt no obligation to do anything other than put in the missing items. When the food finally arrived, she tried to charge me full price for both items. Remember I had already paid for a cheeseburger that was not included in my pick up. When I asked her if she was going to do anything to compensate for my having to drive all the way back to the restaurant and the fact that I was not able to eat with the rest of the family, she said I didn't have to drive back. She said she offered credit the next time. What was I and the other family member supposed to do?? Not eat?? Eat peanut butter? I was dumbfounded and aghast she would suggest I didn't have to drive back. I asked her if she could at least throw in a piece of baklava. She said nope. She could take off the burger since I already paid for one (how magnanimous of her), but I had to pay full price for the salad and she would do nothing further. I should mention that she took exception to my tone and said that she was just trying to help me. I assure any readers that while my upset was evident in my voice, I did not raise my voice to her nor were any of my comments personal. I voiced my displeasure and dissatisfaction at the way she handled the situation. The sad fact is that this was so easy to fix. All she had to say was that she was so sorry for the mix up and could she offer me a desert to make things right. Problem solved, and I am a repeat customer. But for whatever reason she could not seem to comprehend the most basic customer service principles. Even if we didn't agree that I ordered a salad, she did acknowledge that I ordered a burger that was not delivered. And that she tried to charge me for it is beyond belief. Well, she is right about one thing. I don't have to go back. And I won't. Canal Street Grille sits between The Vault, Continental Tavern, and The Yardley Inn. Each of these places have better food, and the staff at each deliver much better customer service. I am pretty sure the person I dealt with is the manager based on pictures on this site. She (appropriately) wore a mask the entire time, but she looks like the person identified as the manager. So if the owners would like to discuss this issue to learn more details, I am willing to have that conversation. I will not accept ( nor do I think they will offer) any compensation to give them another try. For if I did that, this post would have been for selfish reasons. I post this not to try to get anything for me but to inform those trying to pick a place to eat of the treatment I endured. My offer to talk is purely to provide any other information they may need to improve their business and prevent the loss of future customers. read more

Excellent food, comfortable dining room great service. I really like the place. Great take out.

Lovely small spot. It is not a destination restaurant, but it was for us. We wanted bronzino. The fish is grilled and comes with geeky spinach and roasted potatoes. We started with the chicken orzo soup. Everything was a delight including our server, James. The menu is heavy in "non- platter" selections: burgers, falafel, etc. Good mix for a family that need a variety of options. read more

We ordered for take out. Everything was nicely packed and ready in time. The food was fresh and tasted good. The spanakopita and the grape leaves tasted 100% authentic. The hummus and taziki needed more lemon and garlic. Overall, very good experience, but please don't be afraid to put more flavor: salt, lemon, oregano, garlic. read more

Canal Street Grille - Three dip sampler, Spanakopita, Greek salad, lamb wrap, grape leaves - Greek Near Me - Yardley, Pennsylvania

Best Greek salad and wings around! We typically get them for takeout 2-3 times a month. We do eat in the restaurant every so often and most of their entrees are very good as well. I've had grilled fish and gyros and they are also good. read more

This is one of our favorite restaurants in Yardley! The food never disappoints. Ingredients seem super fresh. Salads are delightful. We always get the grilled octopus to start with. It's served with white beans, capers, red onions and the most delightful dressing that is light, slightly lemony and really compliments the dish. I want to try to recreate at home but know nothing about buying or preparing octopus so will just keep coming here. The gyros are also very good. So good that it's hard to try something else. But I did have the Bronzino and it was also very delicious. The staff are friendly and efficient. It's bring your own which I like. Ambiance is nice, and it's right next to the canal. Prices seem appropriate. I highly recommend Canal Street Grill. read more

Excellent food! Went there again this year and they knocked it out of the park again! This was take out today, but just as good! This is our absolute go-to place. And they have dine-in during these times when most restaurants are take-out only. Thanks!!! -Kish read more

We had a great lunch here today. Great service and great food. First time I had Falafel. I loved it!

Excellent fresh food. Staff is incredibly nice and down to earth. Florantine chicken sandwich is damn good All other food looked incredible Highly recommended !! read more

I am still standing at this disgusting place as I type this! This morning, after my dash tells me that my tire pressure is low, I pull over into the empty lot behind this shit hole to take a look. Somehow I had utterly torn the tire and wasn't going to make it home on the flat. I popped the trunk and removed my kit. Within minutes, a grey haired man pulled in and slowed down, almost to a stop, but said nothing and kept going. He pulled in the first space nearest the business and went inside. After about 15 minutes I realized that my life g nuts were on too tight for my manual tool and I called for help with roadside assistance. They arrived in under 20 minutes and began work immediately. The grey haired man walks across the lot, looks directly at me and says nothing... he walks over to the front of my vehicle and speaks to the repair man saying "how long are you going to be here? If you're not gone by 11am I'm going to tow you!" Pardon me, but I'm certain that you're aware who the vehicle belongs to since you looked directly at me when you got here so show me some respect and direct your cowardly aggression towards me and not the service provider. The repair technician was wonderful. He responded directly at the man saying that he was helping me to change a tire (obviously) and that we would be out of the lot as soon as he could ensure my vehicle was driveable. The grey haired man actually repeated the threat and said the lot was for customers only before turning around like a child and storming off. Complete A-hole. The tech was not moved. He took time to complete the tire replacement even ensuring the tire had sufficient air. We talked about a good place to purchase a new tire and then parted ways. Look, it's 2017. I have no grand ideas about chivalry and have no expectations that a man would lend any help to a female stranger. However, I do expect that a business owner would show some damn compassion to a person making an active effort to NOT be stranded. At no time was my vehicle unattended, my time there was less than 40 minutes (all in) and quite honestly, it's not throwing off the feng shui of your precious parking lot. I will not support a business with pissy management. I'm attaching picture to convey that I was not obstructing any entry/exit lanes. read more

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Food is good. Atmosphere is good. Rarely have to wait to get in. Just wish they had a liquor license - not really a fan of byob.

Excellent service by our waiter Cruz. Food was excellent. Nice atmosphere. Menu has nice variety. Greek salad is authentic, butter nut soup is the best. Portions are just right and not pricey. read more

It hurts to write this as I've given them a few attempts to try and fix the issue, but I am done with Canal Street Grille. I got food poisoning here (salmonella from chicken in a chicken gyro - not sure if it was bad or just under-cooked). I lost 6 pounds in 36 hours from the diarrhea and vomiting. I've been going here for YEARS and I loved the place - I've recommended it to many people (was one of their 5 star reviews), got take out about once a week, and even paid cash every time I went because of a sign they posted requesting cash since they are a small business. I sent them a message explaining that I got food poisoning after eating there. They responded to basically say, "we doubt it because we keep our kitchen clean but feel better and keep us updated." I responded (they said to keep them updated) to say I know it was food poisoning from there (GF and I got the same thing, but she got lamb/ I got chicken, she was fine, I got salmonella, lost 6 pounds and was in bed for two days), and they read the message, but never responded. I sent a follow up message to say that I can't believe they wouldn't respond and that I am done with the place. They responded and, still no apology, said that they only use fresh products and keep their kitchen clean (basically said just shut up and go away). A few more back and forth messages that basically came to me having to provide proof that it was from their chicken. They finally sent a message saying, "we had someone else responding to your messages that shouldn't have been. Please give us your number so we can call you and address this." I sent my number. Now, two weeks later, do you think they've called? Of course not. I was a loyal customer - trust me, I didn't want to get food poisoning and I didn't want it to come to this, but this is how they treated me. It's not worth supporting people like this. I'm all about supporting small businesses, but not when they have no respect for their customers and can't even acknowledge or apologize for the incident. read more

Enjoyed an excellent lunch here today. Service was fantastic - attentive, friendly, and fast. Food (prime rib sandwich, chicken wings and lamb gyro) was generous in size and very tasty. read more

One of my favorite restaurants in the area. The Greek Salad is phenomenal and this is the only restaurant I will order wings (they are seriously the best). Other dishes such as the gyro's are also great. The reason I'm not giving 5 stars is because they charge a credit card fee which is ridiculous. read more

Cute little place by the canal Friendly staff. Food was good. Light and fresh. It's byob They have a few vegetarian options Quantity is ok as quality is high They are kid friendly read more

Canal Street Grille sits on the corner of Afton Avenue, and the narrow service road that runs behind Main Street in Yardley Borough. The entrance is in the back of the building and is oriented toward the canal, which can easily be seen through the window wall of the restaurant. My first impression was that it was a busy place for lunch, and a very attractive dining room with all the glass bringing in natural light and a pleasant view - even when the world is snow covered. The Greek/Mediterranean menu is diverse enough to satisfy most palates. We ordered a Bowl of Chicken Orzo Soup, Chicken Gyro with Fries, and Spanakopita, while sitting at a deuce in the middle of the floor. We did not feel crowded nor lacking privacy despite the nearly full house. The Chicken Orzo Soup was a bit pricy @ $5. for a cup, but the taste was right on with a lemony aroma and flavor and chunks of white meat chicken and creamy stock. The Gyro wrapped a warm pita around roasted chicken, tahini sauce, lettuce, and red onion. Very good mix of texture and flavor and a satisfying meal. The fries were good, but nothing exceptional. The Spanakopita for lunch was an approximate 5 inch square of properly backed, philo flakey, feta melty, spinach garlicy tartness. All quality ingredients. The overall meal was completely enjoyable, and made me wonder why I hadn't eaten here before. The price structure is such that it is hard to get out for less than about $12 per, so Canal Grille might not be your every day stop, yet it certainly presents itself as a classy mellow space to enjoy a special lunch with an important conversation. Well done! UPDATE. JUNE 13, 2017 - Returned to Canal Grille a few weeks ago with officemates for lunch. The place looks the same, which is to say, attractive with its airy lightness and windows facing the canal. Menu was about the same. Still predominantly Greek. Service professional. My Salate Trio, consisting of a sampling of Sesame Noodles, Pineapple Chicken Salad and Greek Salad, was pretty on the plate, and tasty going down. Each unique in texture and flavor, and just enough to fill me without feeling stuffed. The pita was also light and excellent at absorbing the nuances of each salad. Still a superior lunch in the heart of Yardley, Pa. read more

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