Casual place, greeted with a smile as I walked in. The girl on the counter was very pleasant and answered all questions I had on the menu. She brought the food to us at our table with a smile. I had the gyro sandwich which was delicious :) a lot of meat in it and the sauce was very tasty. I will be returning to try their other items ( salads, soups, kabobs, and other sandwiches) read more

Chicago's Number One Gyro - Gyro sandwich - Greek Near Me - Apache Junction, Arizona

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Was craving a good gyro after our nearby Big Fat Greek Restaurant went under new management (and became a less than ideal place to eat). This place serves a huge, tasty gyro with a side of fries and a drink for only $8.90. The gyro comes with onions, tzatziki sauce, tomatoes, and loads of gyro meat (lamb) in pita bread. I ordered mine with added lettuce (no extra charge). We ended up ordering a couple extra pita breads ($1/ea) and put some gyro meat in them. It was a LOT of food and we were all stuffed when we left (and none of us finished our fries). Servings are very generous!! My 8 year old wasn't sure she would like the gyro so she ordered some fried mac and cheese bites. They were tasty, but very heavy and rich. They'd make a good appetizer to share, but not a good main dish. (She ended up eating an extra pita with some of my meat and lettuce in it.) We also ordered a pizza puff to try after reading some other yelp reviewers raving about it. It was tasty. They used a spicy Italian sausage, which gave it a little kick. It came out hot and crisp. Restarant was clean and well mantained. Staff was friendly and super polite. Food was made fresh, served hot, and delivered quick! Can't wait to go back and try something else on the menu. Pick up a to-go menu while you're there. read more

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I love the food here! They aren't lavishly expensive and they are fairly quick. And everyone is totally cool... it's just lame they have OAN and Newsmax playing on the TV all the time. I wish they and every business frankly would not put the news on their dining room TV's... just sports please, politics are lame read more

Chicago's #1 Gyro is solid Greek street eats. Owner Joe and his folks run this legit, Chicago- style eatery. The place is casual and relaxed, with a semi-fast food feel. Think plastic baskets with parchment and Styrofoam cups. The spanikopita is a huge triangle of spinach and feta perfection. The fries are crispy and hot. Our household has had pretty much everything on the menu. Great gyros, shwarma, falafel, burgers, chicken and vegetarian fare. I love the Vegetarian Delight, which includes pita, hummus, falafel and the best dolmades ever. Not feeling well? The lemon chicken soup will fix you right up. We LOVE this place, and met Joe and his great family pretty much on day 1. The only demerit would be for the long waits and a counter girl that is not exactly the best at attention and customer service. Call your food in to-go and have a fantastic lunch or dinner! read more

Good food and service. Gyros are really good. Nice mom and pop restaurant. Great value. Portions are perfect. read more

Gyro was fantastic. Meat was delicious and thickly sliced. They were busy with takeouts but I still received my gyro quickly. I had also wanted hummus with pita but was told they were only serving gyros at that time. read more

This place is awesome I thought the food was very good. The lady that helped me was very nice. I will definitely be returning. read more

Went here at the recommendation of a local. Got a gyro, fries and Greek salad. The gyro meat was so-so. I did not like the tzatziki sauce at all - did not taste like it was made in house. The Greek salad had a dab of dressing under the salad, I think. The pita was very good. The employee indicated their Italian beef was very good, but I didn't try it. Service was very good. read more

Been going here for years, I am never disappointed and I buy feta for my friends. They appreciate that gift, I miss the saganaki.

Tried this place for the first time yesterday and told my husband about it. No joke we came back today and hubby was impressed, this place is sooo good. Clean, staff and owner are super nice. Nice and convenient since my sis lives nearby. Will be coming back whenever I visit my sis. Only downside is the garlic and onion breath but pop in a mint and youll be good read more

First time trying gyro on Tuesday... I think it might be my new favorite food This place is so yummy and the fries and gyro we're amazing. You get a large amount of food for a good price! I'll definitely be coming back. Can't believe I just now tried this place! read more

Phone rings busy often for long periods of time. When you call they put phone down on the counter and wait on every person that walks through the door and doesn't cone back to take your phone order. They just hang up the phone on you after 20 plus minutes. Almost NO meat (2 pieces that barely covered 1 side of the bun) on a beef sandwhich. Service & quality as went way down hill the last 2 years. read more

Delicious!! I live close by and I go there all the time. Their food is authentic. The best Mediterranean in the area. People want to go there and order freakin burgers and hot dogs and complain that it's not good. It's not a place for that. Their hummus, kabob, shwarmas, falafel, and salads are very good. My family and I had their sandwiches and plates and they were delicious every time we went. The staff is very courteous and polite. read more

I'll have to take pictures the next time I go. This is the place I get my Chicago food fix without having to put up with the weather they're having. I haven't gotten past the Gyros or Hot Dogs, both are great. I keep saying the I'm going to try a beef sandwich but that darn Gyro calls to me every time! read more

Just bought there Chicago dog and three meet platter. The dog didn't need ketchup says a lot right there. The meet platter is so good! Like three plates in one. Recommend for any one. Especially if you want good food and place to drink. They have a little at with drinks. Super relaxed place. Can't wait to try every plate!! read more

Chicago's Number One Gyro - Three meet platter - Greek Near Me - Apache Junction, Arizona

The only place around that has decent Greek / Mediterranean food. We ordered two gyro's and they tasted decent. I would have to agree with a lot of the other negative reviews here though regarding the owner. Not only did we show up on a Friday night after the allotted time, but then had to wait an additional 20 mins because they were behind. The owner was cooking in the back in view and when the young lady up front had a question to him he yelled at her and had a really bad attitude. Definitely made for an awkward wait. read more

Don't let the austere exterior fool you -- this locally-owned eatery serves up some mighty tasty Mediterranean cuisine in portion sizes that satisfy even the hungriest of bellies. The owner is very friendly, too, and his jovial demeanor shows that he cares about his business and the customers who frequent it. My favorites are the souvlaki and the kebab, both served on Basmati rice. The gyros are also wonderful and HUGE. Only quality ingredients are used and the food is always fresh and served piping hot. We typically order to-go, and it's always as delicious as if we had dined in. Like others, I was pleasantly surprised to find a place such as this one in a Apache Junction. Awful glad I did, though! read more

The food and service here are absolutely stellar. I actually went here twice in 2 days because I loved the Gyro so much. Fully recommend.

Excellent food and service. Just like Chicago! We have been there several times and feel like we're back home. Gyros are authentic. Highly recommend and will be back! read more

Great gyros w/ fries. Hubby likes traditional, I like chicken gyros. Filled with meat. The falafels are very good, as well as the dolmas. Tried the Italian beef with mozzarella and sweet peppers, reminded me of Chicago Italian beefs. Great food at reasonable price! read more

I honestly don't understand why this place gets a bad wrap. The food was delicious and the staff was more than gracious. I think if anyone feels mistreated or the food is not to their standard; than perhaps like the saying goes "you get what you put out." So you're either a huge prick or just a bitch. read more

Gyros are stuffed FULL with lamb & beef, I always ask for an extra tzaziki sauce. Sometimes the staff can be rude and wait times can be long. Just call ahead & don't forget the baklava! read more

Came here on a wed night around 730. They close at 8 but they were very accommodating. I had two kids with me so we were kind of slow. We ordered three dishes. One steak combo, one combo of all meat, and chicken tender for my three year old. All dishes were delicious. Meat was tender. Pork was tasty without the dips. They even gave us bonus chocolate for my kids. Definitely will be back. read more

The gyro is fantastic. Baklava can be hit and miss on freshness. Service is quick and friendly. read more

Never had an actual gyro but lemme tell ya I highly recommend and I loved the food! Will be visiting again

We used to go here often as it was the closest gyro shop and we like to support mom and pop shops especially during these trying times. We stopped here today for takeout and after seeing numerous customers come and go without a mask on nor did the employees have masks on... myself and my entire family will now find a new place to get gyros. It's a shame they can't follow guidelines and care about the safety of their customers which in this area has a high population of the most vulnerable to COVID. Not to mention the last few times I have called to place a takeout order I was put on "hold" with the sound of conversations in the background and would have to hang up and call multiple times again. Oh and they now charge an extra 4% if you pay with a credit card. Give me a break. Take your money elsewhere! read more

So authentic! The Chicken Shawarma was loaded with moist, juicy and seasoned chicken. I also ordered the Dolmas and the grape leaves were so tender and moist they melted in my mouth like butter. I'm from Chicago and had to have the pizza puffs. Classic! I wish I had room for a Chicago Dog, but was too full. I can't wait to get back for my dog. read more

We took in the sights of the south mountain, then had a wonderful dinner here. The gyro was good. The baklava was devine!

I walked in for the first time and was greeted by a very friendly man who had a great sense of humor. His grandmother he said is who was in the back making the food for the orders with him today. I got my order to go and as I was walking out (ordered the number 3) he said to me "careful- you'll get addicted" and oh man he was right!!! Packed full of flavor and meat this sandwich is seriously far from disappointment. I have found a new favorite place that's for sure!!! I'm barely done with it but already caving it again. Amazing little place! Great service and even greater food! read more

Chicago's Number One Gyro - #3 amazing! - Greek Near Me - Apache Junction, Arizona

Food was great. The chicken kabob meat was tender and tasted amazing. The gyro was great and my son had the Chicago dog, and said it was good also. Will be going back again read more

Not the my first time here...I have been going here since at least 2014. My family & I say the food is amazing! Great quality & very flavorful. This is the 5tg time I have called in a to-go order. There's no menu on a website. Thankfully I've basically memorized it. Like I said, the food is flavorful however the portions have diminished. For years the gyros & beefs were overflowing. I believe this is a family owned establishment and will continue to eat here. There's nothing comparable in the east valley. read more

Hands down the BEST Itailian beef I have had in years!! Real Chicago bread. I highly recommend this place. read more

Chicago's Number One Gyro - Greek Near Me - Apache Junction, Arizona

Greek Food in Apache Junction, really...? Well, that's what I thought at first and kept on driving by till one day my craving for a good Gyro and some Dolmas convinced my better judgement to pull in and give them a try. To be honest, I was just hungry and hoped for the food to be good enough for me to continue on with my day, after all, I haven't had a good Gyro since I moved from Germany to the Desert. Heck, in my home town you could find a Gyro Stand at almost every corner, so yea, I was spoiled! After a bite or two of the Gyro, the flavor of the meat and their tzatziki kicked in and my eyes lit up! 'Wait, did I just have a flash back to Europe... I think I did'! Since then this place has been a monthly must and my craving for Greek food has found delight in all I have tried so far. From the Gyro, Salads and Dolmas to the Hummus and oh yea, the Baklava! So if you find yourself in the area or have the craving for a real Gyro, swing on by Chicago's Number One Gyro, you won't be disappointed! read more

Called for a take out order and was placed on hold which was just placing the phone down and listening to all the conversations going on in the background. When the person came back to the phone they seemed like they were being bothered and had to rush to get the order placed. I was asked to repeat because I was told I mumbled when I spoke clearly on the phone. I asked in my order for fires to be upgraded and when I arrived to pay for my meal it was a $4 upcharge because they do no do substations which could have been mentioned on the phone. I also asked that the greek salad had the dressing on the side, which was only partially done the vinegar was left off but was covered in oils and seasonings. Falafel was dry and the greek fries were cold. The person running the register did not care that they gave an upcharge for the fries and was more worried about being outside and smoking with the owner. I will not return to this restaurant and will be surprised if it stays open with that kind of service. read more

I have been by this place so many times in the past but they always seemed to be closed or I was not in the mood for Greek food until last week. Let me start off by stating the facts on this place. It is in a small strip mall, the parking lot is small and does fill up quick given that it is shared with many other business including a daycare center. The main thing that stands out to me is just how popular this place is. The building is small yet during lunch time it is wall to wall people. So do not think you are going to run in and dash back out in a few mins. The prices are on the high side for what they offer as a meal ( a small fry, and 2 gyros) set me back almost 20. I ordered the traditional gyro (mixture of lamb and beef, tzatziki sauce, and onions) which was served on a nicely grilled pita bread. My friend ordered the chicken gyro minus the tzatziki and the fries I mentioned before. Once we got our orders we headed back to the house to eat as there was no room in the dinning room at the restaurant. Anyways my first bite of this great Greek style sandwich was full of flavor. The creamy tzatziki mixed with the spiced flavor of the meat and was great. It was one of the better Greek items I have had in a while. I only gave them 3 stars because of the price and the super long wait time between ordering and getting my food. If you are going to be busy like that during lunch time then hire more people or get the food out a little faster. Other than that I recommend this place to anybody who wants some nice Greek meat (reference from my big fat Greek wedding total chick flick but was actually pretty good). read more

Wow has this place gone down hill and it seems the owner has no time to care to take a customers call in regards to service or order. We normally order here at least once a month sometimes more. The past few times little things were wrong here and there, we decided to overlook them until tonight. 4 orders we placed tonight were to come with pita. Guess what only the gyro sandwich did. Not the chicken plate, not the large greek salad, and not the feta and olives. We also ordered an Italian Beef Sandwich no peppers. Guess what open foil to find a large piece of green pepper and all the beef tasted of pepper. The bread wasn't toasted but so so soggy and wet. Crazy considering the au jus was on the side. I only can think they marinated the beef with green peppers. You think they would tell you if someone says no green peppers especially if that person had allergies could only imagine. Called to talk to owner regarding pita and girl on phone could care less told me he was to busy to come to phone. Said I could come get pita if I wanted. Yeah right then my food would be cold. Said I wanted to talk to owner for credit in future not have my food cold. She lays phone down here him start to yell at her for forgetting pita. I then decided not worth it won't be returning anyways and hung up. Got me thinking either he can't pay adequate people or hires inadequate people. When Inwas in restaurant industry if customers call due to you forgetting something first thing was apologize and ask what you can do to make it up or get there info and comp something next visit. Last visit for us here. read more

been eating here for years the hot dogs the gyros Italian beefs so good the have loves of vegetarian options to my was was happy read more

I give it 3 not because of the food but because of the price. I went to get 3 gyro plates for take out and it came to $41 bucks. That is flipping outrageous!!! A regular gyro is about over $8 bucks. Add a drink... I'll get my gyros elsewhere. The food is good ill give you that. All the posts saying they were only $5 or $6 bucks are really old posts. read more

I love this family run shop! Sometimes you wait a bit if they're busy, but your fod is always hot and fresh! The servings are huge. We go weekly, and the family remembers us, and our favorite orders. This is great for the kids too, offering the normal Greek fare, but also chicken fingers, burgers, and the like. The new desserts are yummy! The prices are great, there is ample parking, and the service is great. Too bad they close so early (8pm - closed Sundays)...or we'd probably go more! read more

OK, I'm just like everyone. Extremely hesitant when it involves anything in Apache Junction. But alas, I was shockingly surprised to find that I actually enjoyed this place. Unfortunately I live in Gold Canyon so my dining options are limited and I was craving a Gyro and I didn't not want to drive at least 30 mins west to get one. I have been driving by this place for years and I finally decided that it was time to actually give it a shot. This is a quaint little place, nothing fancy, just down to earth little eatery, with walk up counter ordering and sit down service. What I really enjoyed was when I walked up to the counter you can see into the kitchen and it was actually really clean and you can watch as your food is prepared, always a plus for me. So far this place is looking pretty good. Picture menu above the counter was pretty informative with the exception of most of the items were not priced, which I thought was strange, but I got over it, heh. Now to the important part, the food. I ordered the classic Gyro sandwich and Dolmas (stuffed grape leaves). The Gyro was actually pretty tasty and presented quite simply with kebab meat, Tzatziki sauce, lettuce, and raw white onion, wrapped in paper. It also came with a side of fries, which were the standard frozen variety, so nothing special, but not bad at the same time. The Dolmas were pretty good as well. I think there were about six of them plated on a bed of lettuce, a couple slices of cucumber, a couple pieces of feta cheese and several olives. Definitely not the best Dolmas I have ever had, but certainly not the worst either, but no complaints. The value of this place is solid. I got the Gyro, the Dolmas, and a soda for $13 and change. It's definitely a place to grab a solid meal. It's quick, it's affordable and it's conveniently located to me. I will be back again in the future for sure! read more