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Came here on a saturday evening around 6:30 PM. Despite it being quite busy, we were seated very quickly. Be aware that your entire party needs to be there in order to be seated though. We requested a table outdoors, but it wasn't the most comfortable seating or the nicest ambiance. Between the three of us, we split an eggplant dip with pita, a greek salad, zucchini chips, and oven roasted chicken. It ended up coming out to be roughly $25 per person after tip and tax. I had high expectations for this spot, but am sad to say it didn't live up to them. I wasn't a big fan of the dip. It had an odd kick to it, and the pita felt slightly stale. The flavors in the chicken dish were food, and I liked the potatoes in it. The chicken wasn't cooked to my preference however. I enjoyed the zucchini chips and the greek salad, but they weren't super memorable.
Food/drinks: pita was a miss, stale BUT saganaki and mixed meat dish were sooo good!! I would definitely skip out of the dips (nothing interested about it) Atmosphere: sooo cute! Always busy, but not too loud! One of my favorite interiors and restaurant atmospheres Service: friendly! They are very busy but pretty good at attending to the table frequently Price: some cheaper items but overall as expected in NY for most of the menu!
Kiki's has been on my list since I moved to NYC ~5 years ago and it was finally time to try it out! I went with a group of 4 on a Friday around 6:45pm. Unsurprisingly, there was a long line to put down our names on that gloriously warm and sunny spring evening. We were told the wait time was 1-1.5 hours which honestly went by so fast because there are so many fun places around the area. We got our table at around 8pm in the restaurant area right across the street. I can definitely see the timeless appeal of this place-- the vibes are so fun, the energy is young and vibrant, lights are dim, the music is loud, the smell of sizzling grilled meats and fries fills the space -- all of this hidden behind the facade of a printshop in Chinatown. It's a one-of-a-kind place. The food was pretty good and reasonably priced. We shared: - bottle of orange wine: very generously priced which we easily split amongst us 4. The wine was bright, refreshing and had a lot of body. - dips: we ordered the tzaitziki and the fava bean dip. They accidentally gave us the tirokafteri (or spicy feta) initially which was ironically my favorite dip out of the ones we tried, with the perfect creamy and spicy balance. The tzaitziki was also delicious, refreshing, and cool. The fava bean dip eventually came and it was a bit flat in flavor and texture compared to the other two. It tasted like blended fava beans with some capers on top and no other flavor elements. It was also a bit dry and I was expecting a texture more similar to hummus. The dips came with very delicious pita/regular bread and we also asked for cucumber slices for our gluten free friend (didn't know this was an option but cool!). - octopus: pretty small portion for 4 people but amazing! The octopus was super tender and flavorful. Considering how busy this place is, I was surprised at how well made this was. They have the dish mastered. Highly recommend! Would order again. - gigante beans: tomato bean stew, pretty good and filling! Good to share if you want something a bit more hearty and warm. Also gluten free! Perfect for colder months. - saganaki: I think I would come back exclusively for this alone. It's the perfect dish: the salty and melty cheese is packed inside layers of crispy, flaky, buttery phyllo, with sweet honey on top. This had the perfect balance of flavors and textures. I would order one for myself next time. Definitely a crowd favorite. - mixed grill: the menu said this was for 3 but it was actually a very generous portion for us 4. Delicious meats: it had lamb chops, some chicken and pork souvlaki, Greek sausage, and ground beef patties, all over a bed of well seasoned fries and pita. Truly a stellar dish. Perfect to share and super satisfying. - desserts: we tried the baklava and cheesecake. The baklava came completely without structure and was not that good (too heavy on the cinnamon for my taste and not enough filling), however the cheesecake was rich and creamy with a tangy flavor that perfectly balanced the sweet strawberries and delicious crust! Very well made. My major critique is that the service was quite disappointing. I felt like our waitress was not very kind/ helpful/ was annoyed at us perpetually for no good reason. Additionally, items in our order were messed up or came out too late (which is usually acceptable because we all make mistakes but flagging down anyone for help was virtually impossible). Ultimately, I would probably come again with a group of young people because the food was so good and affordable. The vibe is also pretty unique. However, Kiki's could certainly benefit from polishing its service a bit/ hiring more staff so there is enough attention to customers. While they understandably manage tremendous volumes of people, especially over weekends, that should not come at the expense of the customer experience.
I arrived earlier than my friends so I couldn't get seated until the full party was there. I waited at the bar and it took awhile for someone to serve me at the bar. I was served a glass of water and a menu. I asked about non alcoholic options and wasn't interested as it was mostly sodas or a sparkling water. I decided to order nothing at the bar and I wasn't met with contempt or anything so I appreciated that. The host was nice and was the one who served me while also hosting. My friends arrived and we were seated, no issues with us dictating which 4 person table we would prefer. We ordered the octopus, the spinach/tomato dish, zucchini chips, moussaka and something from the grill - some ground beef. The zucchini chips came out first and it was fine. A bit soggy but flavoring was decent. The spinach tomato came out next and that was really good, highly recommend. My friend thought it was sour but I didn't think it was that sour. The octopus was good but a tad too salty maybe and we also over drenched it with lemon, so it was okay. I wasn't a fan of the moussaka since it was my first time trying this and I'm not a fan of cinnamon used in this way. The ground beef from the grill had good flavoring, but a bit boring of a dish. Overall service was pretty good and food was decent. I think I needed a bit more variety with food. Perhaps I'll try the fish next time and their chicken.
Kiki's was always packed every time I walked by. Now that the weather is warmer, I made my way down to check out their Greek dishes. My friend was recovering from a GI bug so we had an abbreviated dinner and focused more on their small plates. The taramosalata features fish roe and covered an umami, savoriness that went well with their pita. The crunchy walnut served a textural contrast against the eggplant mash melitzanosalata, which again was perfect as a dip. The grilled octopus was well-seasoned. The larger pieces were very tender. The saganaki is a nice treat for those who like the sweet-savory combo. The crispy phyllo adds another textural contrast and the lemon juice helps balance out the bold sweetness from the honey. The maroulosalata salad had fresh veggies and a good balance of the herbs and feta. When the weather is nice, they have a good amount of outdoor seating. They don't do reservations but the line moved quickly on a weekday night. Food came out quick. Staff were polite. I look forward to coming back and trying their larger dishes and meat options!
I came here with two friends for dinner on Veteran's Day -- at 7pm, there was plenty of seating, but people definitely started arriving in droves soon after. Note that they won't seat your party until everyone is here. The wait soon after us rose to about 1.5 hours, but thankfully, we only had to wait about ten minutes for our table. My favorite thing about this restaurant is probably the ambiance. It's surprisingly spacious inside, and with a lot of dark wood and dim lighting it felt like a crossover between a pub and a rustic farmhouse. I also saw some nooks with long tables, so this could be a great spot for a larger group. The service was prompt. For a table of three, we ordered the Horiatiki Salad, Zucchini Chips, Mama's Oven-Roasted Chicken, and Moussaka. All the food was good, though not amazing. I really liked the zucchini chips, which were evenly crisped and tasty, but the chicken was a bit disappointing, and the moussaka interestingly tasted like it had some cinnamon-y fruit slices at the bottom. For dessert, we split the greek yogurt with sour cherry preserves. The greek yogurt was high-quality, but wasn't anything surprising. The cherry preserves, though, were honeyed, almost like a liquid taffy, and absolutely delicious. The price came out to about $35/person, which I thought was pretty good for a dinner out in New York. Overall: lovely ambiance, good food, pretty good prices. I probably wouldn't wait more than twenty minutes to eat here, but I enjoyed my experience!
On a Tuesday night, the restaurant started to get busy around 6pm. They don't seat you until most of your party arrives and they don't take reservations. We had a party of 8 and were seated almost immediately at around 6:30, but were warned that our 1.5 hour dining time would start even though the whole party didn't arrive yet the moment we sit down. The food comes out pretty quickly so this wasn't a problem. We decided to do family style dining where we all shared a little of each dish. I'm glad we went that route so I could try more of each dish and give a fair review of their food! The dishes came out in no particular order - when it was ready to be served. To start, we had the horiatiki which is a Greek salad. A very classic salad but theirs had bigger pieces/chunks of cucumbers, peppers, tomatoes and olives as opposed to cutting things smaller. Taste wise was pretty okay. We did have a few allergy/ food preferences where everything with feta was on the side. So we loved that they were able to accommodate for that! Brownie points for that! We also ordered the Saganaki, Zuchinni chips, grilled octopus and calamari from the Hot Small Plates section of the menu. The Saganaki was very crispy with the phyllo dough and pretty sweet as it was drizzled in honey. Another good classic that paired well with the hot cheese! zucchini chips were lightly crispy and thin. A healthy option that satisfies any chip craving. The grilled octopus came as a recommendation. Texture wise I think it was overcooked and a little bland but I'm glad I tried it! The calamari though was superb and would order again. We ordered one dish from the Traditional Plates section of the menu- the moussaka - which is reminiscent of a shepherds pie. Presentation was great and it was a solid option. The potato on top is mashed. The stars of the show were from the Grill. We ordered the Mixed Grill Platter on a bed of hand cut fries and the Fresh Whole Fish - Branzino with oven-roasted potatoes. These two dishes I would definitely definitely order again. The meat had a nice char to it, nicely seasoned, and the sausages were so good! I didn't have the lamb as I don't love it but the people who had it loved it. The branzino itself was a whole fish and served as such so it understandably had a lot of bones so be careful if you do order it! It was cooked well and the lemon roasted potatoes were great! Very lemony and I enjoyed the sauce from that with the fish. To end, we ordered a few baklavas to share. By far, the best baklavas that I've had in Manhattan. Very crispy, crunchy, and full of flavor! 5/5 would definitely come back again. P.S. there isn't an English sign that points that this place is Kiki's. They kept the old sign that's from a printing company. The place is on the corner of Division St and Orchard St. If coming between 6pm and about 9pm, this place is hard to miss as there's usually people waiting on the sidewalk and congregating casually.
So good! I'd go during an off hour so service is fast and there's no wait. We got the Greek salad, lamb chops, and a spicy cheese dip. The fries that came with the lamb chops were delish alongside the lamb! The cheese dip was a little salty. Please get the cold cheesecake! It was the perfect ending to the meal.
overall liked the food! standouts were the grilled octopus appetizer (surprisingly SOOOO tender) and the yogurt dip with pita. lamb chops/meat platter dish was good flavor wise but some of the meat was a little dry. ambiance was cute and servers were helpful but seating was quite cramped :(. fun divey place in LES for a yummy and cute dinner!
It's fun, it's fresh, it's delicious, it's kiki's Had multiple recommendations for Kiki's and let me tell ya: GO! Super fresh Mediterranean /greek fare in a homey, vibey space. When the windows are open this place is transformative. The workers are great. So nice, appreciative, and attentive. The server i had was on her first day and the place was jumping. She kept her cool and took care of folks as she could. I got some sausage, fries, and hummus. Everything was super. Light, fresh, and nourishing.
I came back here again today, oddly enough the service was even worse than last time. It was early in the day, not many people were there, I was one of the first ones and got a table immediately. I tried to order octopus but they didn't have any, I ordered spanakopita as an appetizer and mixed grill as the main dish. 30 minutes pass, my waiter is nowhere to be seen, it's been a long time since i've been here and i forgot they don't give free pita with tzaziki (despite every greek place doing it). No pita, no spanakopita, no waiter while people that got there later than me have constantly had their waitress there and got their food already. So 30 minutes just waiting with no food of any kind and watching everyone else eat. I get up and walk to him, he tells me no complimentary pita and he'll check on the Spinach pie. I order a pita with tzaziki because i was starving. 5 mins later, the spinach pie comes out. Meh, it was ok. Definitely not worth a 35 minute wait. Then 5 mins after that they bring out the mixed grill... with honey mustard? Who goes to a greek restaurant for honey mustard? The lamb and bifteki are supposed to go with Tzaziki. The fries were so salty I was barely able to eat them. 10 mins after the mixed grill comes out, the pita with tzaziki comes out.. barely any tzaziki. They treat this thing like it is gold. Overall: Not coming back again. The service is lousy and the food isn't worth it.
This is such a great spot located in space with a unique setup. I was disappointed they ran out of their house red but enjoyed an alternative they recommended. The branzino was fabulous and the star of the show - full of flavor!
26 days ago
27 days ago
Came here on a saturday evening around 6:30 PM. Despite it being quite busy, we were seated very quickly. Be aware that your entire party needs to be there in order to be seated though. We requested a table outdoors, but it wasn't the most comfortable seating or the nicest ambiance. Between the three of us, we split an eggplant dip with pita, a greek salad, zucchini chips, and oven roasted chicken. It ended up coming out to be roughly $25 per person after tip and tax. I had high expectations for this spot, but am sad to say it didn't live up to them. I wasn't a big fan of the dip. It had an odd kick to it, and the pita felt slightly stale. The flavors in the chicken dish were food, and I liked the potatoes in it. The chicken wasn't cooked to my preference however. I enjoyed the zucchini chips and the greek salad, but they weren't super memorable. read more
Food/drinks: pita was a miss, stale BUT saganaki and mixed meat dish were sooo good!! I would definitely skip out of the dips (nothing interested about it) Atmosphere: sooo cute! Always busy, but not too loud! One of my favorite interiors and restaurant atmospheres Service: friendly! They are very busy but pretty good at attending to the table frequently Price: some cheaper items but overall as expected in NY for most of the menu! read more
3 months ago
4 months ago
Kiki's has been on my list since I moved to NYC ~5 years ago and it was finally time to try it out! I went with a group of 4 on a Friday around 6:45pm. Unsurprisingly, there was a long line to put down our names on that gloriously warm and sunny spring evening. We were told the wait time was 1-1.5 hours which honestly went by so fast because there are so many fun places around the area. We got our table at around 8pm in the restaurant area right across the street. I can definitely see the timeless appeal of this place-- the vibes are so fun, the energy is young and vibrant, lights are dim, the music is loud, the smell of sizzling grilled meats and fries fills the space -- all of this hidden behind the facade of a printshop in Chinatown. It's a one-of-a-kind place. The food was pretty good and reasonably priced. We shared: - bottle of orange wine: very generously priced which we easily split amongst us 4. The wine was bright, refreshing and had a lot of body. - dips: we ordered the tzaitziki and the fava bean dip. They accidentally gave us the tirokafteri (or spicy feta) initially which was ironically my favorite dip out of the ones we tried, with the perfect creamy and spicy balance. The tzaitziki was also delicious, refreshing, and cool. The fava bean dip eventually came and it was a bit flat in flavor and texture compared to the other two. It tasted like blended fava beans with some capers on top and no other flavor elements. It was also a bit dry and I was expecting a texture more similar to hummus. The dips came with very delicious pita/regular bread and we also asked for cucumber slices for our gluten free friend (didn't know this was an option but cool!). - octopus: pretty small portion for 4 people but amazing! The octopus was super tender and flavorful. Considering how busy this place is, I was surprised at how well made this was. They have the dish mastered. Highly recommend! Would order again. - gigante beans: tomato bean stew, pretty good and filling! Good to share if you want something a bit more hearty and warm. Also gluten free! Perfect for colder months. - saganaki: I think I would come back exclusively for this alone. It's the perfect dish: the salty and melty cheese is packed inside layers of crispy, flaky, buttery phyllo, with sweet honey on top. This had the perfect balance of flavors and textures. I would order one for myself next time. Definitely a crowd favorite. - mixed grill: the menu said this was for 3 but it was actually a very generous portion for us 4. Delicious meats: it had lamb chops, some chicken and pork souvlaki, Greek sausage, and ground beef patties, all over a bed of well seasoned fries and pita. Truly a stellar dish. Perfect to share and super satisfying. - desserts: we tried the baklava and cheesecake. The baklava came completely without structure and was not that good (too heavy on the cinnamon for my taste and not enough filling), however the cheesecake was rich and creamy with a tangy flavor that perfectly balanced the sweet strawberries and delicious crust! Very well made. My major critique is that the service was quite disappointing. I felt like our waitress was not very kind/ helpful/ was annoyed at us perpetually for no good reason. Additionally, items in our order were messed up or came out too late (which is usually acceptable because we all make mistakes but flagging down anyone for help was virtually impossible). Ultimately, I would probably come again with a group of young people because the food was so good and affordable. The vibe is also pretty unique. However, Kiki's could certainly benefit from polishing its service a bit/ hiring more staff so there is enough attention to customers. While they understandably manage tremendous volumes of people, especially over weekends, that should not come at the expense of the customer experience. read more
I arrived earlier than my friends so I couldn't get seated until the full party was there. I waited at the bar and it took awhile for someone to serve me at the bar. I was served a glass of water and a menu. I asked about non alcoholic options and wasn't interested as it was mostly sodas or a sparkling water. I decided to order nothing at the bar and I wasn't met with contempt or anything so I appreciated that. The host was nice and was the one who served me while also hosting. My friends arrived and we were seated, no issues with us dictating which 4 person table we would prefer. We ordered the octopus, the spinach/tomato dish, zucchini chips, moussaka and something from the grill - some ground beef. The zucchini chips came out first and it was fine. A bit soggy but flavoring was decent. The spinach tomato came out next and that was really good, highly recommend. My friend thought it was sour but I didn't think it was that sour. The octopus was good but a tad too salty maybe and we also over drenched it with lemon, so it was okay. I wasn't a fan of the moussaka since it was my first time trying this and I'm not a fan of cinnamon used in this way. The ground beef from the grill had good flavoring, but a bit boring of a dish. Overall service was pretty good and food was decent. I think I needed a bit more variety with food. Perhaps I'll try the fish next time and their chicken. read more
Kiki's was always packed every time I walked by. Now that the weather is warmer, I made my way down to check out their Greek dishes. My friend was recovering from a GI bug so we had an abbreviated dinner and focused more on their small plates. The taramosalata features fish roe and covered an umami, savoriness that went well with their pita. The crunchy walnut served a textural contrast against the eggplant mash melitzanosalata, which again was perfect as a dip. The grilled octopus was well-seasoned. The larger pieces were very tender. The saganaki is a nice treat for those who like the sweet-savory combo. The crispy phyllo adds another textural contrast and the lemon juice helps balance out the bold sweetness from the honey. The maroulosalata salad had fresh veggies and a good balance of the herbs and feta. When the weather is nice, they have a good amount of outdoor seating. They don't do reservations but the line moved quickly on a weekday night. Food came out quick. Staff were polite. I look forward to coming back and trying their larger dishes and meat options! read more
I came here with two friends for dinner on Veteran's Day -- at 7pm, there was plenty of seating, but people definitely started arriving in droves soon after. Note that they won't seat your party until everyone is here. The wait soon after us rose to about 1.5 hours, but thankfully, we only had to wait about ten minutes for our table. My favorite thing about this restaurant is probably the ambiance. It's surprisingly spacious inside, and with a lot of dark wood and dim lighting it felt like a crossover between a pub and a rustic farmhouse. I also saw some nooks with long tables, so this could be a great spot for a larger group. The service was prompt. For a table of three, we ordered the Horiatiki Salad, Zucchini Chips, Mama's Oven-Roasted Chicken, and Moussaka. All the food was good, though not amazing. I really liked the zucchini chips, which were evenly crisped and tasty, but the chicken was a bit disappointing, and the moussaka interestingly tasted like it had some cinnamon-y fruit slices at the bottom. For dessert, we split the greek yogurt with sour cherry preserves. The greek yogurt was high-quality, but wasn't anything surprising. The cherry preserves, though, were honeyed, almost like a liquid taffy, and absolutely delicious. The price came out to about $35/person, which I thought was pretty good for a dinner out in New York. Overall: lovely ambiance, good food, pretty good prices. I probably wouldn't wait more than twenty minutes to eat here, but I enjoyed my experience! read more
On a Tuesday night, the restaurant started to get busy around 6pm. They don't seat you until most of your party arrives and they don't take reservations. We had a party of 8 and were seated almost immediately at around 6:30, but were warned that our 1.5 hour dining time would start even though the whole party didn't arrive yet the moment we sit down. The food comes out pretty quickly so this wasn't a problem. We decided to do family style dining where we all shared a little of each dish. I'm glad we went that route so I could try more of each dish and give a fair review of their food! The dishes came out in no particular order - when it was ready to be served. To start, we had the horiatiki which is a Greek salad. A very classic salad but theirs had bigger pieces/chunks of cucumbers, peppers, tomatoes and olives as opposed to cutting things smaller. Taste wise was pretty okay. We did have a few allergy/ food preferences where everything with feta was on the side. So we loved that they were able to accommodate for that! Brownie points for that! We also ordered the Saganaki, Zuchinni chips, grilled octopus and calamari from the Hot Small Plates section of the menu. The Saganaki was very crispy with the phyllo dough and pretty sweet as it was drizzled in honey. Another good classic that paired well with the hot cheese! zucchini chips were lightly crispy and thin. A healthy option that satisfies any chip craving. The grilled octopus came as a recommendation. Texture wise I think it was overcooked and a little bland but I'm glad I tried it! The calamari though was superb and would order again. We ordered one dish from the Traditional Plates section of the menu- the moussaka - which is reminiscent of a shepherds pie. Presentation was great and it was a solid option. The potato on top is mashed. The stars of the show were from the Grill. We ordered the Mixed Grill Platter on a bed of hand cut fries and the Fresh Whole Fish - Branzino with oven-roasted potatoes. These two dishes I would definitely definitely order again. The meat had a nice char to it, nicely seasoned, and the sausages were so good! I didn't have the lamb as I don't love it but the people who had it loved it. The branzino itself was a whole fish and served as such so it understandably had a lot of bones so be careful if you do order it! It was cooked well and the lemon roasted potatoes were great! Very lemony and I enjoyed the sauce from that with the fish. To end, we ordered a few baklavas to share. By far, the best baklavas that I've had in Manhattan. Very crispy, crunchy, and full of flavor! 5/5 would definitely come back again. P.S. there isn't an English sign that points that this place is Kiki's. They kept the old sign that's from a printing company. The place is on the corner of Division St and Orchard St. If coming between 6pm and about 9pm, this place is hard to miss as there's usually people waiting on the sidewalk and congregating casually. read more
So good! I'd go during an off hour so service is fast and there's no wait. We got the Greek salad, lamb chops, and a spicy cheese dip. The fries that came with the lamb chops were delish alongside the lamb! The cheese dip was a little salty. Please get the cold cheesecake! It was the perfect ending to the meal. read more
4 months ago
4 months ago
overall liked the food! standouts were the grilled octopus appetizer (surprisingly SOOOO tender) and the yogurt dip with pita. lamb chops/meat platter dish was good flavor wise but some of the meat was a little dry. ambiance was cute and servers were helpful but seating was quite cramped :(. fun divey place in LES for a yummy and cute dinner! read more
It's fun, it's fresh, it's delicious, it's kiki's Had multiple recommendations for Kiki's and let me tell ya: GO! Super fresh Mediterranean /greek fare in a homey, vibey space. When the windows are open this place is transformative. The workers are great. So nice, appreciative, and attentive. The server i had was on her first day and the place was jumping. She kept her cool and took care of folks as she could. I got some sausage, fries, and hummus. Everything was super. Light, fresh, and nourishing. read more
I came back here again today, oddly enough the service was even worse than last time. It was early in the day, not many people were there, I was one of the first ones and got a table immediately. I tried to order octopus but they didn't have any, I ordered spanakopita as an appetizer and mixed grill as the main dish. 30 minutes pass, my waiter is nowhere to be seen, it's been a long time since i've been here and i forgot they don't give free pita with tzaziki (despite every greek place doing it). No pita, no spanakopita, no waiter while people that got there later than me have constantly had their waitress there and got their food already. So 30 minutes just waiting with no food of any kind and watching everyone else eat. I get up and walk to him, he tells me no complimentary pita and he'll check on the Spinach pie. I order a pita with tzaziki because i was starving. 5 mins later, the spinach pie comes out. Meh, it was ok. Definitely not worth a 35 minute wait. Then 5 mins after that they bring out the mixed grill... with honey mustard? Who goes to a greek restaurant for honey mustard? The lamb and bifteki are supposed to go with Tzaziki. The fries were so salty I was barely able to eat them. 10 mins after the mixed grill comes out, the pita with tzaziki comes out.. barely any tzaziki. They treat this thing like it is gold. Overall: Not coming back again. The service is lousy and the food isn't worth it. read more
This is such a great spot located in space with a unique setup. I was disappointed they ran out of their house red but enjoyed an alternative they recommended. The branzino was fabulous and the star of the show - full of flavor! read more
5 months ago
Been too long! Came on a Thursday at 10 to 6 and there was no wait for 2 people. Zucchini chips are still excellent, though definitely a smaller portion now. Saganaki remains perfect. Also tried the Avgo-lemono soup for the first time. It was solid but you can skip it - I'll be going back to the spanakopita. And the cheesecake is still amazing! read more
1 year ago
The meat platter was incredibly dry - especially the sausage and lamb. The spanakorizo was the best dish we got because it was the only not dry thing, we ended up using it as a dipping sauce for the meat. The calamari was fine but kind of bland The space was super cramped and the service was sporadic read more
5 months ago
Kiki's used to be a favorite among some friends of mine who lived and worked in the area but my recent lunch was there proved to be such a mediocre experience. The food was bland, the water glasses were dirty, and the service was passable at best. Looking at the reviews, it seems like perhaps they were a lot better years ago? Either way, definitely not going back and won't be recommending this place. read more
A cozy, unique, yet tasty Greek restaurant tucked away in Chinatown of NYC. Reasonably priced, with a large quantity of food. The food itself was delicious! Good service, food was brought to us quickly as it was ready so things came out hot. Would recommend the meat platter but also mixing and matching their small plates! 10/10 would go back! read more
1 year ago
Came to Kiki's for a work dinner and had an amazing experience. We got seated across the street in what felt like a hidden speakeasy...super cool atmosphere with a great vibe. The food was absolutely phenomenal! We ordered a ton of different dishes, and somehow, every single one was a hit. Not one person at our table was disappointed! The flavors and quality were all top-notch. If you're looking for an incredible meal in a unique setting, this is the spot. Can't wait to come back! read more
2 months ago
Very cool ambiance. I wish I could do like a 3.9 here as I did not think the grilled octopus was that good and deff not worth the price. I will give them the benefit of the doubt as we only had two small plates and wine and I'm sure there may be better things to try here but with all the options NY has I'm not sure I'm rushing to come back here for dinner. Great for drinks. The horiatiki salad was good read more
2 months ago
Came here for an early dinner. The crowd picks up around 6:30. You wouldn't find a seat at the bar. There are long bench for large groups. As we were seated and looking at the menu, I overheard the server messed up the drink order for the table next to ours. I joked with my friend, I hope it doesn't happen to us. It did happened to us. I ordered shrimp pasta but got sautéed shrimp instead. They brought the shrimp back and told me it's going to a wait for the shrimp pasta. The restaurant was only at 40% occupancy and they messed up the orders. The entree Mama' chicken came before the zucchini chips. We did enjoy the appetizer. The wait for the shrimp pasta was at least 15 minutes. Which we finished the appetizer. I asked my friend to start on her entree. The Mama' chicken was getting cold. Nobody came over to check on us or refill water. The server did not removed the wrong order from the bill. It took another 10 minutes to get the correct bill since the restaurant was starting to fill up. read more
What a hidden gem! I eat a lot of Greek food in Astoria and this stacked up! The restaurant has a very different vibe than the outside decor and surrounding area (sort of speak easy like). Service was very attentive, and led me right with their Greek soda selection! The spanakopita was my favorite, so perfectly done. The saganaki was also incredibly good, and the calamari was very lightly battered and had a nice airiness. Highly recommend!! read more
AMBIANCE Passed by this restaurant many times. All the times, there are always a line! Always thought they have limited seats, but looks can be deceiving! they have mamy many seating inside. SERVICE All the waiter and waitress are very friendly and nice. But they made mistakes even before we order. Both waiter and waitress keep mixing up the orders or they served the wrong drinks or forgot if the dish was serve or not to other tables. For our table, they gave us the wrong order and forgot to omit it from the receipt. The waiter/ waitress apologized and make all the corrections. FOOD overall the food tastes not bad. The appetizers were better than the entrée. The roasted chicken was soft and the meat felt off the bones. The shrimp was perfectly cooked. read more
Hidden Greek resto in Chinatown? That's what drew me in to try Kiki's after seeing this pop up on my reels multiple times. Was surprised to see how massive the resto was with their multiple rooms. Super cute vibe. Dark vibey. Communal tables. Kinda loud and hard to hear cause of the cramped tables and communal seating, but hey; it's a vibe. Got a bunch of stuff to share: 1. Melitzanosalata: probably the creamiest one I've had to date. Not the best, but it was alright. Tangy. 2. Grilled octopus: always a good one. Basic but good. 3. Greek salad: pretty good, but it usually is. 4. Lamb chops: lamb was cooked well. Greek potatoes were good. Overall, the food is pretty standard Greek fare. Nothing different. Food was pretty good (though nothing extra ordinary). Vibe is super cute though. It's not really as "hidden" as I thought it would be but still cute. Hmm would come back for the vibe and the decent food. read more
2 years ago
I can't say enough good things about Kiki's. I came here for a friends birthday and the place was PACKED but luckily, we had our own little "room", which was an alcove, prepared and reserved for our party of about 10. The food here is phenomenal. We ordered a ton of different dishes and shared them including the taramosalata (a favorite of mine), fava (another favorite and perfect for vegan friends), spanakopita (a classic), zucchini chips (do NOT pass these up..so good), and branzino. Someone in our party was of Greek heritage and raved about how authentic everything was, including offering traditional drinks there. As I can be a bit lactose intolerant at times, I held back on the drink and instead opted for pitchers of the sangria to share which was delicious. One of my favorite things about this spot was how easy it was to find plant-based dishes to try and share with the table as we had vegan members in our party. Everything was done perfectly and the staff even allowed us to bring in our own birthday cake from outside which was nice. I recommend Kiki's to anyone seeking an authentic Greek experience in NYC! read more
I'm actually baffled that this place is so popular with a wait every single time. The food was ok to fine but the portions were tiny and expensive. I got the lamb chops, octopus app, and the melitzanosalta (eggplant dip not pictured). The dip was the tiniest portion. There was enough for maybe 4 scoops with stale pita. The octopus was decent and cooked fine, but nothing amazing. A tad overcooked. The lamb chops were.... the tiniest pieces of meat i've ever seen. The only stand out thing were the fries, which were tasty. But for $82 total, $41 a person, I would most definitely not come back or wait in line. I left this meal still hungry. read more
what they serve: authentic (tapa-sized) Greek dishes located inside an old Chinese printing press in Chinatown highly highly recommend checking this place out if you're craving greek food. they don't accept reservations so your best bet is to secure a table at an off hour weeknight what we ordered * lamb chops: perfectly grilled and seasoned. served with the FRESHEST fries * shrimp: currently hyperfixated on shrimp and the orzo cream sauce is s-tier * spanka: dude the feta and spinach and phyllo dough combo is goated * calamari: they said they ship in their calamari fresh everyday. this was GOOD TOO but prob my least favorite * cheesecake: GET THIS ONE. OH MY 10/10 IT WAS CREAMY BUT NOT OVERLY CREAMY. THE CRUST WAS GIVING BROWN BUTTER. IT WAS SO GOOD. OH MY I LOVE. NOT TOO SWEET service: EVERYONE WAS SO NICE & GENUINE. I LOVE IT HERE. read more
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Does Kiki's accept large group reservation? Tried to call, but no one is picking up
Yes. Me and my family have made several large group reservations. Sometimes they don't pickup later at night, I assume cause of heavy volume. Try calling around 3-5pm when it's less busy as this is when I called and confirmed anything.
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