Kentro has always been a staple of mine for consistent good food and service. I started eating there in college. It's a nice place for a date. After having moved back to Fullerton I went there recently after many years. I am proud to say the quality and service are still top notch. Thanks for all the memories! read more

Order your food at counter ( no servers) computer asks if you'd like to tip , we tip because they will surely clear our plates and give us good service still right, (Not) . Nobody was clearing our plates? Nothing worst than going to a restaurant and having to look at your dirty plates while talking to your friends and family celebrating a 69th Birthday. So I start clearing everybody's plates & Even when the manager and staff are talking and watching me clear our party of 15 and not one of them came to help & acted as if it's normal to have their customers clear their own tables ? So what are we tipping for? Had the $28 dollar lamb chops ( super thin) asked for Med-Rare, got well done. They were just okay. Beet salad delicious, fries were great , lentil soup was great. Parking lot is being worked on so get there early to find parking or park in structure for free . read more

Ok so I can understand the shrinkflation because this economy, HELLO? The meat portion on my pork pita was outrageously tiny. Compared to a long time ago, it's like a quarter of the portion, but FINE I guess, I'll let it slide even though the pork is hiding behind the slivers of onions. At least it tasted good. The fries are *chefs kiss" But if I am going to draw the line, it's at this. I added a side of tzatziki ordering through Doordash. It cost $5.50. Ok that's fine. Get your bag Kentro, you do you. But imagine my SHOCK opening my order at home to this very cute little sauce tub of tzatziki. If I'm paying you $5.50 for the side of sauce (FOR ANTS), at least have the integrity to give me at least 2??? Is this for real? Is this some idea of a joke? Because if so it's NOT funny NO THANK YOU Anyway I'm still impressed that after over a decade the food still tastes the same and staff are still welcoming and friendly I'll give them that. Live. Laugh. Tzatziki. read more

Kentro Greek Kitchen - Receipt 4/18 - Greek Near Me - Fullerton, California

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Kentro Greek Kitchen serves some delicious food. Food that warrants 4 or 5 stars. Went here for date night and got a chicken pita and a lamb sandwich. Both are fairly priced, come with a generous portion of their signature "kentro fries," and taste pretty good. The service is quick and servers are friendly and reliable. The interior is nice and the lighting is cozy, the vibe is chill and it isn't the busiest place. The only gripe I have with this place is when I was seated, I noticed quickly that the cups and plates that were put on the table for us were dirty and not washed very well. There was food stains and crumbs, and I had to ask for another cup for water. It didn't sit right with me. Would I recommend coming here? Absolutely. It is great food for a decent price and a good sitdown place. Their fries are phenomenal and addictive and the service is amazing. I just can't look past the hygiene and cleanliness when giving it a rating. read more

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Amazing Greek food! I saw all the amazing reviews on Yelp and I had to give this place a go! I ordered my food to-go since I was in a time crunch. That could have impacted the quality of the food a bit. I get that not eating it fresh/ right away could change the experience somewhat. However, my food was still great. The veggie pita wrap was fantastic!!! It was so fresh and hearty. I loved all the veggies and hummus. The pita bread was so fresh! The French fries were piping hot and had a nice flavor. Service was great! They were quick with making my food too. Ambiance was quiet and I was the only one in the restaurant. This is a great spot for Mediterranean food!! read more

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I was perusing yelp to find ideas for a date in the fullerton area and I stumbled upon this place. We went during lunch and I would say that this is a great place to have a 2nd or 3rd date as it's relatively quiet despite being in like the heart of downtown fullerton and the interior is immaculately clean and modern. I myself got the lamb flat bread with the kentro fries. Now for context, I was somewhat under the weather the day we went so take it with a grain of salt, but I would say that the flat bread was pretty decent for the price. My recollection was that the pickled red onions were definitely present in the flat bread. Almost to the point where it was fighting for control of my taste buds. Once you order at the cashier and seat yourself, they'll get you your order relatively fast; however, it might be because we went during non rush time but I think they can be more mindful of the needs and wants of the customers as they were generally behind the counter until some of us had to be more vocal to get their attention Parking wise, downtown fullerton is surprising convenient, it's next to the metro station so there's plenty of parking in the plaza behind it, public parking lots as well as relatively easy street parking too if you know where to look. read more

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I was driving past last night and wasn't surprised to see that Kentro in DTF was completely gone...signs torn down and empty. I immediately came to the Yelp and saw it is permanently closed and then to the website. My family and I came for 15 years. It sort of felt like losing an old friend. But here's the kicker...Kentro management left behind a sappy note on their website about how they served people through family events, graduations, yada yada...blah, blah, blah. A couple months ago in May, my husband and I got the worst food and worst customer service we had ever encountered here...food that smelled fishy, curdled soup, small portions, overcooked lamb....after giving our business here for FIFTEEN years, it was a terrible experience. We loved it here. Naturally, wanting to fix the issue, my husband called management......no response.....then emailed management......crickets......then I Yelped......nothing. How shameful. If this is a business that is going to start franchising (per their sign inside), then maybe they should show they give a damn about 15 year long customers who spent thousands upon thousands there and recommended it to everyone. When you start letting your business go like this, when customer service goes to the back burner, and when you neglect the people you are serving, it is absolutely no surprise the business cannot carry on. I absolutely feel that something else was going on here besides an "expired lease". Very very sad Kentro. Clearly, you didn't care for your customers the way your customers cared for you. The old Kentro will be missed but not whatever the hell we got in May. read more

PARKING (4/5): Parking is usually free during the day, just check the signs. A big lot, but does get busy during peak hours. FOOD (5/5): I absolutely love this place! Their food is on point and healthy in my opinion. I've tried almost everything here and I'll always come back. One of favorites in downtown Fullerton! AMBIANCE (4/5): It's a fast casual restaurant. You order at the cashier and then find a table and they'll bring your food to you. SERVICE (3/5): It's usually pretty empty when I come here, they are quick to bring out the food, but I've noticed once they do they don't check on you at all. You have to go up to the front/register to ask for anything you may need. read more

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We got to the restaurant around 11:45 am. And the restaurant was empty, no problem getting a seat. We ordered at the counter and they bring the food to us when they are ready. There are ample of parking behind the restaurant. The ambience is simplistic. If you want refill for your drinks, you have to go up to the counter to get refill. We ordered Pork Kalamakia, Octopus, and a Beet salad. Beet salad was good. Love the Octopus, it was so tender. The Pork Kalamakia was a bit dry, but tasty. Price is a bit pricey for lunch. read more

Kentro is located in the heart of downtown Fullerton on the southeast corner of Harbor and Commonwealth. There is plenty of parking in the lots behind the restaurants on this corner. The entrance is on the rear parking lot side of the building. The restaurant has a nice modern feel. Seating is mostly tables but there are also a few half booths. There is a black granite-topped bar with stacked stone below, which gives the space a classy look. Upon entering, there is a food menu on the wall. Proceed to the register to place your order. There is also a drink menu on the wall behind the register. They give you a number to place on your table and your order will be brought out when it is ready. I ordered the lamb pita and it arrived at my table pretty quickly. The pita was very soft and pillowy. There was a good amount of lamb inside, and the vegetables were extremely fresh. The feta cheese stood out and highlighted an excellent pita. It came with a huge serving of their fries which were thin and crispy with a great seasoning. I hadn't dined here in years, but after this meal, I'll definitely return sooner next time. read more

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Want the best Greek food?? Then look no further! We have been coming to kentro for years and we have never had a bad meal. Such a cute little place with delicious food. Service is always friendly and excellent. We love the eggplant dip, calamari (it is not fried or chewy, but tender and served with an amazing tomato sauce), beet salad, lamb chops and the makaronia ( like spaghetti Bolognese but with a thicker noodle) and the manori flat bread. The dishes are so flavorful and well prepared. The lamb chops are always juicy and perfectly cooked when we ask for medium or medium rare, perfectly pink! WE LOVE KENTRO!! read more

3.5 stars. I've been craving Greek food for a while and I'm glad that we stopped by here. Kentro has a lot of options for lamb and I went with their lamb pita. It was juicy and flavorful. For appetizers, I went with their saganaki and calamari. The calamari was served in a marinara sauce and goes well with bread, but we had to order the bread separately. The saganaki (fried cheese) was nutty and savory, but I would have loved to have it warm and melty and I would have liked to have had it with bread (which I had to order separately). Their fries were thin, crispy, and buttery and they had a nice rich flavor. I also had a roasted corn dish that was buttery and cheesy with some nice char. Overall, we had a few dishes that had some nice flavors; however, service was limited, appetizers were okay, and I'd recommend that you proactively order extra bread if you buy appetizers and/or spreads. read more

We stumbled upon this place by chance and wow was it great! The host greeted us so nicely, you just order at the register and choose where you want to sit. They have a huge menu selection but we tried the octopus and the Spanakorizo. They were so so flavorful! The octopus was so soft not chewy or hard at all! The rice had great lemon flavor. The food was delicious. Wish there was more of it!! It is a bit pricier I would say but so worth it! Will try the desserts next time ! read more

Kentro Greek Kitchen - Octopus - Greek Near Me - Fullerton, California

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Got the Chicken and Lamb Pita and both were delicious, though I wish we had sauce on the side for extra flavor. The fries were amazing, cooked to perfection, and the seasoning was so good! The service was good overall. There were quite a few people and they seemed a bit understaffed, but our food still came out pretty fast. You order at the front, grab a table, and they bring the food to you. The ambiance inside is clean and chill, a good place to grab a meal with friends or coworkers. read more

Really delicious food and nice easy way to order at the front of the restaurant. The food was good. I love the lemon soup! Highly recommend! read more

I was very disappointed with my lunch, I ordered the Yemista, the tomato was raw and warmed up with rice inside. I waited about 30 minutes to get my dish and my friend was already finished with hers or I would of sent it back.The fries were not fresh and greasy refried. I let the waitress know that yemista was horrible and no acknowledgement or offering to make a new one. The rice was good. read more

Kentro Greek Kitchen - Greek Near Me - Fullerton, California

Kentro's always hits the spot! They've got a great selection of Greek dishes, desserts, and offer various menu-of-the-day items as well. We've ordered so many of the items off their menu, and somehow everything has been good. Our personal favorites are the octopus, pork pita, the flatbreads and the fries. I'm salivating just thinking about it now! Also, the ambience inside has a fun little European cafe vibe. Highly recommend! read more

Thoroughly impressed with the service and food at Kentro Greek Kitchen. Had my first dine-in experience and couldn't be more satisfied with the meal. I tried out their lamb burger with a three chromo salad for my side. Blown away with the perfection, fell in love, already desiring another. The quality is second to none, pure perfection in the flavor. The salad was honestly a unique choice but a perfect side to go along with the burger.. The staff handling the counter and bringing out the food were perfect. Friendly, knowledgeable of their menu, solid recommendations for this rookie.. Plenty of indoor seating, very clean restaurant. The owners of Kentro Greek should feel like heroes with what they provide society. read more

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THIS PLACE IS A MUST TRY. Out of all of the Mediterranean places I've been to, this place is by far the best one I've ever tried. I absolutely love so much of their food. Some of my favorites include the manouri bread, the baklava frozen yogurt, and the mousaka. I thought their eggplant dip was a little bitter, but it was still good. The ambiance is also super beautiful inside and perfect for a date or even for a group celebration. read more

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It makes me sad to write this review as a 14 year regular who not only eats there often, but sends friends and family there every chance I get. Kentro has changed. It is not about price. Everywhere is more expensive. It is about consistency of product and customer service. On Mother's Day, I received some pretty bad service and I tried to reach out to management through a feedback entry on the Kentro website; I found an email online - wrote to that. I even called and left a message - I have received no response. On Mother's Day, I got slimy rice, very fishy tasting calamari (I think it was spoiled), a weird curdling in my soup, and overcooked lamb. What was meant as a treat for my wife of two toddlers, turned into a waste, throwing food in the trash - and I guess no one at Kentro cares? The past year at Kentro has been weird and now, time to say goodbye; I really think Kentro had a great run but this past Sunday was the straw that broke the camel's back. In my opinion, as you read reviews for this restaurant, it is probably true that you are reading great reviews of a restaurant that no longer exists, a restaurant of the past not the present. I hope they get it together but I won't be back and won't be telling anyone about it anymore. read more

Wow I can't believe, I had never been here until now. We just over ordered and did not regret our choices one bit! Amazing ! Order a plate for the table. We went with the octopus and loved it so much. He ordered the lamb burger and I ordered the Chicken Souvlaki... just amazing . We wrapped it up with a Frozen Yogurt and a Baklava Ice cream sandwhich. We can't wait to come back. Also shout out to the staff they were so helpful and so kind. I will be telling all my friends and clients! read more

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Food is delicious and authentic. Will definitely be back for 2nds. ambience is also really nice. You will enjoy this place. read more

Kentro Greek Kitchen - Lamb Pita, Greek fries, and Spanakopita. Delicious. - Greek Near Me - Fullerton, California

We enjoyed a delicious lunch here with a large group of family and friends. The "order at the counter" set-up was perfect for several different families all getting to order just what they wanted. The food is excellent! I think we tried most of the menu between all of us, haha, and everything we had was good. The octopus appetizer and flatbreads were standouts. The wine and beer offerings were good, and the kids all loved the donuts at the end of the meal. The service was friendly - as mentioned, we showed up with a crowd, and then another giant group came in after us, so we pretty well flooded them with orders, but the food still came pretty quickly and with attentive service and a smile. read more

This place was very disappointing. I went for lunch given the good reviews and I ordered a salad with chicken which they told me had to be the entree salad (more expensive but larger). What I got was the smallest salad with a bunch of pita bread for filler and maybe one strip of chicken shredded to make it look bigger. There was also so much dressing at the bottom that the whole salad was soaked and soggy. Super disappointing read more

Kentro Greek Kitchen - Chicken Souvlaki - Greek Near Me - Fullerton, California

Came to eat here on a Monday night around 7:30PM and easily found parking and got seated quickly. Kentro is an establishment where you order your food before sitting down. The restaurant is very clean and nice with music playing softly in the background. There were a few people working in the kitchen and one woman working the main dining area, taking orders and serving food, doing a great job. We had a quiet and intimate dinner here and everything was delicious! Before this visit I had only tried the pitas, but I was so happy I branched out and tried new items that day. We ordered the Calamari, a side of fries, Psari Tiganito, Kalamakia, and the frozen Greek yogurt with baklava. I especially enjoyed the Calamari - everything about it was so delicious. This meal made me really happy, I highly recommend visiting! read more

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I'm a suckered for Greek food so this place was a must! we were recommending to get the pita gyros so my friend and I got the chicken and the lamb. both had great unique flavors and were really filling. it came with a side of seasoned fries and we decoured everything. it's set up to be a nice sit down restaurant but you actually order from the counter and seat yourself. they offer water when you order and check up on you occasionally. it's a littttle pricey for the size of the pita but it's still a very good and sizeable portion overall. read more

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Food looks and tastes incredibly upscale, while having a casual walk-in restaurant atmosphere. It is, of course, delicious. The staff is super friendly and helpful. Prices are pretty low, considering the quality that you will be receiving. If you don't know anything about greek dish names, then the menu might be a bit confusing, but the staff will help you out, if you ask. We got the calamari, which was made way different, but still equally addictive. The chicken skewers and rice was beautifully plated and yummy. I'm personally in love with their frozen yogurt dessert that comes with pieces of baklava in it. They make the yogurt in house. However, we still got a piece of baklava on its own. Its my mom's favorite. They serve it warm and don't drench it in honey, so its not too sweet. It reminds me of pie or something else incredibly delicious. Definitely coming again. read more

Kentro Greek Kitchen - Baklava - Greek Near Me - Fullerton, California

Review for takeout. When I walked inside, the interior was so cute and beautifully decorated. I wish I had dined in! But I got their house Greek salad, which was well dressed and had lots of onion, tomato and cucumbers. No protein included but Very refreshing! It came with complimentary bread which was lovely to dip into the salad dressing. I also got zucchini fries which were sliced thin, crispy, and well seasoned! Overall very happy with quality of food. The two items (salad and zucchini fries) came out to $27 dollars, so I feel it is on the pricier side though. Parking can be tough as well as the lot is usually full. read more

Had dinner at Kentro today and was very impressed with the restaurant overall. The inside of the restaurant is very well decorated and appealing. Johnny our server was very attentive to us as well as the other guests at all times. The food was great, the lamb pita and loukoumades were my favorites. You can really tell every detail is paid attention to here making it a 10/10 experience. Will definitely be coming here again. read more

Kentro Greek Kitchen - Loukoumades and ice cream - Greek Near Me - Fullerton, California

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Kentro Greek Kitchen 100 S Harbor Blvd, Ste A, Fullerton, CA 92832 7/10 Overall: I loved the ambiance of the place, and their service was great! Their food was yummy but a bit on the expensive side. The portions were small and not super fulfilling. I love Greek food but if I were to come again it would be for the ambiance, not rlly the food. Paithakia $24: 4/5 the lamb chops were a bit small but super flavorful and cooked perfectly medium. The lemon oil it was cooked in was a favorite for us. Their fries were super crispy and the tzatziki was creamy and delish. Mousaka $18: 3/5 this was a veggie type lasagna with layers of cheese, zucchini, tomatoes, and lasagna sheets. It was really delicious but was also quite small in my opinion. It came with yummy bread which was good for dipping. Loukaniko $14: 3/5 this was a flatbread topped with sausage, feta, tomatoes, capers, and shiitake mushrooms. The feta was a bit overpowering, even for someone who loves feta. The tomatoes were seasoned and marinated perfectly, we loved them. All together, it was an okay dish. #food #foodie #instafood #foodlover #foodphotography #foodreview #foodblogger #foodlover #foodlove #collab #foodcollab #explorepage #explore #trending #greek #greekfood #lambchops #oceats #fullertoneats #lamb read more

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I can't believe I haven't written a review yet for this place! My fiancé and I discovered Kentro's about 6 months ago and we are in love! We have been there one week ever since. The food is absolutely delicious! We are big fans of Mediterranean and haven't found a place better than this. The prices are reasonable, the ambiance is chic and clean and the service is excellent. We usually have an early dinner on Friday afternoons there and have noticed we feel good and satisfied for the rest of the day. We usually order a few things and split between us so we can have a little variety. Lately we have been stuck on the chicken souvlaki, manouri flatbread and the lamb pita it is the perfect amount to share. We have never had a bad experience so far. Highly recommended!! read more

We came here to fulfill our cravings for Greek food and this place really hit the spot. It was our first time, but the two ladies working there made our experience easier to navigate through the menu and what was bomb. We ordered the Lamb Gyro, the beet salad, zucchini chips, and the vegetarian flat bread. Everything tasted good. For appetizers, i recommend getting the zucchini chips. It's crispy and addicting. I really like the dill seasoning they have on it. They are known for their lamb here, so I had to try the gyro. The sauce and the cheese was sooo good. The portion size was reasonable. I got freaking full. The restaurant is located in Downtown Fullerton. It was kinda difficult to find parking. The place is clean and nice though. You would first just walk in and order at the register before getting a table. I will come back soon to try their desserts and lamb chop! read more

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I've been coming to this restaurant since they first opened and have always loved it, which is why this experience was so disappointing. I almost always order the lamb burger and have for years. This time I asked if I could add extra cheese to it something that is a very normal request at almost any restaurant. I made it clear I was completely fine paying an additional charge. Instead, I was immediately told they couldn't do it because "there's no option on the screen to add extra cheese." The staff kept repeating that they couldn't do it because the system didn't allow it. After going back and forth, they eventually told me the only way they could give me that cheese was to charge $8 because that type of cheese comes with an entirely different dish. So essentially, adding a small amount of cheese to a burger would cost $8 because of how their POS system is set up. What made the situation worse was the attitude. I was treated like I was being unreasonable for asking a very simple request. Instead of trying to accommodate a loyal customer or find a basic solution, the response was essentially "that's just how it is." It felt incredibly rigid, trivial, and honestly unnecessary. I've supported this place since the beginning and have always recommended it to others, so it was surprising to have such an unpleasant interaction over something so minor. I hope management takes situations like this seriously and empowers staff to use common sense rather than hiding behind a computer system. Small moments like this can really change how longtime customers feel about a place. read more

I come here frequently. The food is super fresh. My personal favorites are the lamb chops, beet salad, Avgolemono (soup), butter lecture salad, lemon potatoes, and the baklava frozen yogurt. You order your food before and they bring it out to you. Don't expect to be waited on. I continuously go for the food. read more

I ordered the chicken pita, and it was too SAUCE-Y for my liking. If you order the PITA WRAPS, make sure to ask for less sauce. They are known for their fries, so the fries are always good! I didn't like my order but their other main entrees look like they are worth a try -- like their souvlakis! If I were to come again, I would try that (recommended by the worker) The ambiance is quiet and seating selection is to your choice. read more

Kentro Greek Kitchen - Chicken Pita - Greek Near Me - Fullerton, California

Went here on a Friday night and it was fairly busy. It has a good laid back vibe. OK about the food Calamari 2/10: part of it was my fault for assuming it was gunna be fried. It's not fried, and the menu doesn't say it isn't fried. The calamari was BARELY cooked, it was almost see through, and you can still see the purple dots on the skin so it's almost raw. It was very chewy. Maybe authentic Greek calamari is supposed to be served this way? Idk but I didn't like it Pork skewers 4/10: good burnt char on the outside and good seasoning some pieces had some extremely tough and chewy fat that I had to spit out because it was like bubblegum. Sides: everything was lukewarm. I wished the food was a lot hotter. read more

Kentro Greek Kitchen - Nearly raw calamari? - Greek Near Me - Fullerton, California

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Food: The Chicken Pita was fresh and well-balanced. The sauce complimented the vibrant greens well, but it's definitely more on the tangy side. The chicken was shredded but not dry. They gave a very generous amount of fries as well. They had a nice seasoning, but were a bit on the salty side. Ambiance: It was quiet when we initially arrived a lil after opening time, but the place quickly filled up by the time we left. There are a lot of seats in the restaurant and it had a nice interior as well. Service: You walk up to the cashier to order first before taking a seat. The waiters were very nice and checked up on us a few times during our meal. They even offered to-go boxes when they saw we had leftovers! Parking: There are only a handful of spots directly in front of the restaurant, and some are 30-minute only spots, but there is a bigger parking lot a few steps out that is free in the day! read more

Kentro Greek Kitchen - Chicken pita - Greek Near Me - Fullerton, California

Great place! I ate with my family and we all ordered something different, it was all excellent. The staff was very helpful. The food came out fast and it was all very fresh. This is an order at the counter and sit down place that brings the food out. Nice ambiance. read more

Hands down the best dinning experience thus far! We were pleasantly greeted and helped by Claudia and staff as we asked questions regarding the extensive menu. Claudia's suggestions hit the spot. She is very knowledgeable and has great taste when suggesting which items to try. We tried the Manouri Flat Pita Bread, Chicken Souvlaki, Lamb Chops, Kids Chicken Skewer and for dessert Baklava Crumble Frozen Yogurt. Everything was delicious! There's soothing Greek music playing in the background of this comfort chic establishment with a cute sit down bar and warm lighting. We will definitely come back for the great food and excellent service! read more

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This has been one of the longest standing restaurants in Downtown Fullerton, and for a good reason-- consistently amazing specialty greek food. I've been here a few times years back in highschool, and recently brought my boyfriend to experience their food. Food: I got the charbroiled seabass, and he got the lamb burger. Both were PACKED with flavors and textures that complemented each other and we both scraped our plates clean. He ordered his burger medium, which is what one of the servers recommended, and it was perfect. The bun was so soft and fresh, and the pickled onions gave the burger a little bit of a spice kick which paired really well with everything else. The house fries are also to die for, they're tossed in zataar seasoning, cheese and butter and I would recommend even ordering a side on its own! The seabass has a perfect sear, and had lots of beautiful color throughout the entire plate. Service: Our server, Paulette was super fun, attentive, and kind. She had a really good understanding of the menu which ultimately helped us decide what we wanted. There was another younger Asian guy who was great as well but we didn't get his name. Ambiance: Super cute and cozy date/brunch spot. It honestly wasn't busy when we came in around 3pm, there were only three other tables but they were all of different ages and backgrounds so I'm sure everyone would love this spot! They have a small bar with import beer, decent wine selection, and chill music. read more

Kentro Greek Kitchen - Lamb Burger - Greek Near Me - Fullerton, California

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