I stumbled upon this place while on a work trip and looking for somewhere to stop for lunch, and I'm so glad I did! It's locally owned, and the owner has been there both times I've visited. He is incredibly nice, welcoming, and genuinely engaging with customers. They have really good drinks, and their lunch specials are hard to beat. I always love finding a locally owned spot with great food and an owner who clearly cares about the experience. read more

Hellenic Greek Kitchen - Chicken platter - Greek Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I finally stopped in to Hellenic and I'm so glad I did! It is located along South Blvd and when you walk in you immediately feel welcomed with nice service and beautiful warm decor. We started with their Calamari and Greek Bruschetta and they were a great start to our meals. Both were so tasty and fresh and I liked how the calamari wasn't too chewy. For our entrees we went with their Lamb Chops, Kebab Platter and Salmon Plate with a side Greek Salad. Everything was just amazing like this was a great re- introduction to the greek cuisine! Also our server Bess was really great! I will definitely be back! read more

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I kinda felt like I was back in either Santorini or Mykonos Greece without the long flight LOL We've been twice now, and it's officially earned a spot in our regular rotation. The interior is beautiful, but the real star is the food (and our waitress, who we were fortunate enough to get both times--she's fantastic!). Plumb forgot her name twice now The portions are so generous that the hubby and I have started a "share everything" policy just so we can sample more of the menu. The Lamb Chops are sizeable, perfectly seasoned, and actually taste like they would in Greece. The Hummus. It's rustic, flavorful, and took me straight back to the streets of Greece. Pair that with their juicy Greek Meatballs, and you're in possible food coma! They also boast an all-Greek wine list, which is a nice authentic touch. While they have a great patio, it's been a bit too chilly for us lately, but the indoor vibe is just as lovely. Authentic flavor, great service, and a wine list that actually knows its grapes--definitely a 5-star gem in the Queen City! read more

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Walked in around 9:15, and even though they close at 10, we were still greeted with smiling faces from both of our servers. We drive to Charlotte every few months from Atlanta, and we're always looking for new places to try. This is definitely one of our new favorites. The food was tasty and didn't feel overwhelming. read more

Hellenic Greek Kitchen - Gyro plate - Greek Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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We had a great experience at Hellenic Greek Kitchen! There was plenty of street parking available, although you'll need to pay using a parking app. The restaurant was clean. Our waiter was super friendly and attentive - my youngest who is a non-adventurous eater, asked for a big plate of fries and he delivered a BIG plate of fries . I loved my Santorini cocktail. My kids each ordered the non-alcoholic Aegean cocktail. One daughter thought it was a little too sweet, but still ended up drinking the whole thing. My daughters are vegetarian so it was nice to see some meat-free options. The absolute showstopper was the saganaki appetizer (flaming halloumi cheese)--it was delicious and so much fun to watch! We also enjoyed Greek salads with salmon, spicy feta with pita, fries, yellow rice, and gigantes. Everything was fresh and flavorful. All in all, it was nice to try something a little different, and Hellenic Greek Kitchen did it really well. We'd definitely come back and would happily recommend it to anyone looking for delicious Greek food and excellent service. read more

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I love Hellenic Greek Kitchen. Today was the third time I come here, and the food and service were as good as the previous times.  This restaurant is located on South End, one of the hottest areas in Charlotte. It is centrally located with other business around within walking distance. There are paid and affordable street parking spots nearby.  The menu offers a good variety of options. In addition to the regular menu, they offer a lunch menu with two combo options. That is exactly what I went for today. I got the Spicy Dip & Pita and the Chicken Pita. I also got an Arold Palmer to drink. Everything was delicious! I mean, it was really delicious.    The price was pretty affordable, the service was professional and friendly, all common areas, including the restrooms, were clean. Overall, 100% recommended and can't wait to come back! read more

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Fantastic food but messy service whether in-house or ordering delivery online. I went with a group of three for a business dinner three weeks ago and they served our entrées before the appetizers. The food was so good. I wanted to try again and ordered delivery tonight. Unfortunately the lemon chicken that's supposed to come with the Greek salad came just with chicken and rice. A gem that just can't execute. read more

Hellenic Greek Kitchen - Greek Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

This has become my favorite restaurant. I love the quality and consistency of the food, the charm and vibe of the restaurant and the friendliness of the workers. I joined friends tonight for dinner. Zach was our server and he was phenomenal. See you all soon!! read more

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Zucchini chips were lightly fried and had a combination of a crunch w/softness in the middle. They weren't oily and the tzatziki was delightfully light and refreshing. The portion size seemed much smaller than all the other pictures. The salad dressing is very strong mustard flavor. It was okay mixing the vegetables and the lamb. The gyro meat was well seasoned. Some of mine was grisly and concerned me that i had bit into something that was like a rock. The french fries are not made in house. The crisp on them was like the zucchini chips very light but still crunchy. Both the fries and chips could have used salt. They didn't have any. It's a very clean, white kitchen style interior. The bench height at the table is high esp in comparison to the table. The service was quick and very helpful. Really enjoyed our visit. read more

Hellenic Greek Kitchen - Zucchini chips - Greek Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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This place, man this place such a great blend of savory without being overbearing! I loved the gyro platter with the homemade tzatziki sauce made the meal perfect. This restaurant has a cool calm vibe with a welcoming family atmosphere. I would definitely recommend anyone visiting or looking for a nice outing. read more

Hellenic Greek Kitchen - Gyro platter - Greek Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

They accommodated my large family pretty close to closing time (we had no idea). Very friendly and the food was delicious and reasonable priced. The pita bread especially is really fresh and the mocktails read more

What an incredible Greek kitchen! I finally had the chance to visit last night with my friend, who's a regular along with her partner. They live in the apartments above and always rave about how convenient it is to have such a gem right downstairs--and now I totally get why. We ordered a little "girl dinner" spread and shared three dips, the crispy zucchini chips, and (not pictured) the chicken and pesto couscous main. Everything was flavorful, fresh, and beautifully presented. The atmosphere was just as lovely--we sat outside, enjoyed the warm evening, and had the best time catching up over great food. But honestly, what stood out just as much as the food was the staff. Every single person we interacted with was incredibly sweet, attentive, and genuinely kind. You can tell they take pride in what they do and care about making guests feel welcome. Their energy really added to the whole experience. I can't wait to go back! read more

Hellenic Greek Kitchen - Zucchini chips - Greek Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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First time at this very nice restaurant and I came away impressed. Very good and fast service, lots of fresh selections, and all the food was hot and tasty! Will be back for sure. read more

Hellenic Greek Kitchen - Lamb Burger - Greek Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Earned their rating - friendly service and everything was delicious! Would go again! It wasn't on the menu but I was able to get split protein upon request (for $1.50 up charge) read more

Hellenic Greek Kitchen - Lemon Chicken and Gyro Platter with Beets Salad and cauliflower lentils. - Greek Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Amazing food and great atmosphere! Zack was our server and he was so knowledgeable had a great attitude and was fun to chat with ! We recommend the restaurant and get the portokalopita dessert !!!!!!! read more

Authentic and delicious. The food was fresh and almost as good as what I had in Santorini Greece a couple years ago. Fabulous wine selection too. Really beautiful inside. Blue and white Greek style but done tastefully. Bright and light, and also cozy at the same time. Hostess and waitstaff very nice. A little slow on service but the place was packed and it was worth the weight regardless. Highly recommend you check this place out! read more

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Food was amazing, wasn't expecting much, but it surpassed my expectations. Got the Lamb Pita and the Ionian drink, both were delicious. read more

Hellenic Greek Kitchen - Lamb Pita & Ionian - Greek Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Best Greek food I've ever had, hands down! WOW is all I can say to properly express my delight with Hellenic. We came in for lunch on a late Saturday afternoon and honestly we expected it to be packed. But it wasn't! The restaurant is beautiful and conveniently located on the corner. There's also patio seating but we opted for the bar. Of course, we started out with a drink. My friend had the Athena and I the Baklava Old Fashioned. Delicious! We adored our bartender Hailey and she told us the Athena was quite sweet, which we're not a fan of, so she doubled the lemon and it was perfect. Food - Oh man my mouth is watering in reflection as I write this! I ordered the Chicken Pita with Greek fries, and my friend the Lemon Chicken platter. I've never had Tzatziki THIS delicious. There's a level of spice to it that's unmatched. And the consistency is more like an aioli. I could put this on everything. The portions are huge! I cannot believe how reasonable their prices are, too. We were tempted to have dessert but were too full to do so, but they looked divine. I'll be over here dreaming about this place until further notice/I can make it back. I'd honestly drive the hour and a half from Greensboro happily just to eat here again! 1000/10! read more

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It's not often I feel inclined to leave a review but this place is literally incredible! Between the lemon orzo & the Mediterranean salad - I feel like we scored the jackpot. Service was also speedy and attentive! read more

They accommodated our group of five around their full reservation schedule. Clean, modern, comfortable setting. Great service and the food was delicious. They may have brought me a bowl instead of the salad but it was all good. Thanks! read more

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An absolute GEM! Visited on a Friday at 12pm with coworkers and we were BLOWN away! Firstly, the hostess and waitress were very friendly and efficient. Our waitress gave great recommendations. Nice cute Greek kitchen located in South End. The food was phenomenal! We started off with the Geeek fries. They were crispped to perfection and seasoned perfectly with Feta. If your not a feta person I would not recommend the Greek fries. Next we sampled the Taziki, hummus and spicy feta. DELICIOUS! It came with a selection of cucumbers and pita bread. Our favorites were the hummus and taziki. It was all very tasteful. I ordered the Mediterranean bowl. I switched the arugula with romaine lettuce and added the quinoa. It was very delicious. Very fresh and I did not even need to add the dressing to it. It was not dry at all and the added chicken blended everything together! Such a great restaurant and I recommend it. I will definitely be returning to try other things on their menu. read more

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The food and service was absolutely 5 star! I'll definitely be back. Food was so fresh and tasty.

This is a super cute little restaurant that we visited for lunch on Father's Day. We actually had no fathers in the group but I did an online search for the best calamari in town and this restaurant popped up. Upon arrival we were promptly seated at a table against the wall. It wasn't too busy with two other tables dining inside, and one outside. There were a few tables that needed to be bussed but sat dirty for most of our meal which wasn't a huge deal but just kind of an eyesore seeing as it wasn't busy. There was one waitress working and a shift change as we saw some of the other staff members rotate. The food took a little time to come out. The calamari came first and the lemon chicken with Greek fries came shortly after. The calamari was great. Very fresh and flavorful and it was hot, hot,hot. The lemon chicken was also good. You could really taste the lemon. The fries, well, they weren't great. The first batch was cold and soggy. We asked for a new side and they too were cold. I think the lemon juice on top cools them off or something because the waitress swore they had just come out the fryer. I'd probably skip ordering those next time. Anyways, our waitress was great. She was knowledge of the menu and had an upbeat and inviting personality. Minus the fries, the food was an overall hit and the restaurant is someplace I would come back to in the future. Note: They do have an outdoor patio with plenty of fans and they offer free parking in the garage behind the building. read more

Hellenic Greek Kitchen - Greek Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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Absolutely fabulous Greek Restaurant. A gem in Charlotte. From the Greek Beer to the friendly staff. Everything on the menu is fabulous. read more

A warm summer night on the patio, sipping (freshly pressed!!!) margaritas and digging into a crisp Greek salad--that's Hellenic for you. It took me way too long to get over here, but I'm excited to see where this relationship goes. We enjoyed delicious cocktails and their traditional pita bowls. Nothing overly fancy, but everything was fresh, flavorful, and just right. Can't wait to come back! read more

Hellenic Greek Kitchen - Strawberry Margarita - Greek Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Service, Food, and atmosphere included were all 10/10 I was already stuffed from the amazing appetizers but the main course still found a way to be completely consumed. Hailey/Haley is the most fun and knowledgeable waiter I have ever had. read more

Food was great - I can't wait to go back. Service was good - somewhat slow, but the food taste made up for it. It's a nice causal place with good food. Ambiance is low key and does not feel loud or rushed. read more

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The visit started off very shaky. The service was subpar. The food was INCREDIBLE! I would likely go back for only for takeout.

We loved it!!!! 10/10!! Went on a valentines Date after looking for a place with open space. They didn't have any tables, but we sat at the high top! Food was very well made and came out at a good time! My girlfriend is a chef and loved everything! We got the whipped feta spread 8.5/10, Tiropita 8.75/10, and lemon chicken with lemon potatoes 8.75/10! Perfectly cooked potatoes, well made taziki, well cooked crispy chicken. Plating: 8.5/10 Ambience: 8.75/10 Flavor: 9/10 Service: 8.75/10 Dish ingredients: 9/10 Was the perfect spot to go and get food that was authentic Greek and well made! Very grateful to have this experience and remember this special day! We WILL be back! read more

We made a last minute reservation to sit outside since we were in the area and needed to grab a late lunch in between events. We were promptly and nicely greeting and attend to. The outdoor area is small but comfortable, and it was a perfect day for outdoor dining. We ordered the Mediterranean bowl, Gyro Platter, Lamb Burger, and shrimp skewers (not pictured). The bowl was beautiful and the chicken flavorful. It was missing the mint and did not come with EVOO/vinegar as stated. Instead the server brought out a lemon vinaigrette that was more mustard than lemon. While the bowl was fresh and satisfying, it would have been so much more flavorful with the missing mint and EVOO/vinegar. My husband thoroughly enjoyed his lamb burger. Fries that accompanied the burger were also very good. The gyro platter was large, and well presented. My son very much enjoyed the shrimp skewers, but not the flavor of the veggies over rice. Definitely too small of a portion for the cost. read more

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Second visit to HGK, and the food is still great, excellent service, and great atmosphere. Strong recommendation!

Great experience! We came on a Sat night and elected to sit outside on the patio (covered...which is a plus in case it's sunny or raining). They also had a nice interior dining area. They had a nice selection of beers including local draft options. We started with the Spicy Feta ($7), and it was outstanding! The pita bread was so fresh. My bride ordered the Lemon Chicken Platter ($16) and the chicken was so tender and flavorful. I went with the Spinach Feta Orzo ($13) and it was good. Service from Bess was super friendly and prompt. read more

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Great food great service. Very very knowledgeable staff everything we've tried so far has been fantastic.

Prepare to be transported to Greece ! I really didn't expect much from this place but it may end up being my low key honeycomb hideout when I just want to step out for a drink and small plate . I love Greek food and everything we tried was super fresh to taste . I had the lemon chicken which came with fries ,salad & tzatziki & pita. What I will mention is the portions here are pretty generous so you could actually share most of the dishes here . Now what caught my attention were the names of the drinks which were named after cities in Greece which was a nice touch. Also theirs a small patio area out front perfect for dining outside as well on a sunny day ! Customer service is exceptional here , If you're searching for a casual dining Greek restaurant they check off all my boxes . read more

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Hellenic is a great yet often overlooked gem in Charlotte. The food and drinks are spectacular. They're a business competing in a very popular and growing neighborhood and can be missed on the corner they occupy right off of South Boulevard. Folks, go see them. There is FREE parking in the MAA lot attached to the building behind the restaurant. Sometimes, they get slammed and they are short staffed so have some patience. The staff are friendly and courteous at all times. I like that the restaurant is open. The large dining room makes it feel communal and like you're eating among friends. I also enjoy the small outside patio in the spring. Right now it's summer so please put me inside! Whew! The grape leaves are one of my fave appetizers and the Greek meatballs don't miss. On my recent visit, I tried the pesto couscous and chicken and it was a great, filling yet light dinner. Definitely order a Santorini cocktail. read more

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What cute place! You walk in and are instantly transported out of the country and into a bright, warm locale. They have BYO mojitos and I loved the passion fruit one. We started with the honey feta and it was excellent. I would like to try more of the dips next time. I got the lemon feta orzo as my meal and it was a perfect portion plus some. My husband got the gyro pita and one of our friends got the gyro platter. The platter was massive and I would recommend it if you're getting the gyro! Our server was nice and attentive, until the end he kind of disappeared a bit, but overall he was good! We're definitely excited to go back again. Plus parking wasn't bad with the spots in the garage behind it. read more

Hellenic Greek Kitchen - Whipped Feta Dip - Greek Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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I saw on a Yelp newsletter/email that Hellenic was offering $5 dips, Monday-Friday, 2-5 pm. They are usually $7 each but mentioning Yelp they were $5. I got Spicy feta and tzatziki dip with half pita and half cucumbers for each dip. Both dips were great and I loved the spice in the feta dip. I can't wait to return and side outside to enjoy an entree. read more

Hellenic Greek Kitchen - Spicy feta and tzatziki dip to go - Greek Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Amazing!!! From the service to the food. By far the best tzatziki I've ever had anywhere. We can't wait to go back. We like that the menu isn't extensive and taxing on the staff. read more

I can't say enough about this place. Probably my favorite food in Charlotte! Their food is always so fresh, their drinks are so refreshing. It's decorated so cleanly, makes me want to go to Greece even more than I already do! And for the price??? You can't beat it. read more

Incredible! I found out about this restaurant from TikTok. The food here perfectly cooked, excellent seasoned, and satisfying down to its core. The service here was top-notch! Personable, friendly, and knowledgeable, you couldn't ask for better service. The restaurant is not large, but it is beautifully decorated and intimate. An important note on parking, they have parking in the garage behind the restaurant that is shared with an apartment complex, just to make sure that you park in a spot that is indicated for restaurant use. I can't wait to come back and try something new. On this visit, I had the lamb pita, which was like eating a heavenly Greek cloud of meat, veg, tzatziki sauce, wrapped in an airy pita. My friend had the lemon chicken orzo, which I nabbed a spoonful and found incredibly flavorful and comforting. The zucchini chips was an excellent appetizer, and the loukamades was a phenomenal dessert. Don't miss out on an excellent meal, this is a must visit spot in the south end area of Charlotte. read more

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