i just can't say enough about the fresh delicious food served at the Local Greek. Although not in the middle of the main street for shops and restaurants, it was very close by and easy to park. The ambiance was light and comfortable The service was fast and the food.....being vegetarian we absolutely loved the beet salad, haloumi, , lemon potatoes and the Eggplant terrine.... a really excellent meal. read more

Local Greek in Princeton is truly a hidden gem. Like most restaurants in Princeton, there's street parking, and luckily we went during the holiday so parking was free. It wasn't busy when we arrived, which was great because it was my first time there and I wasn't sure what to order. The staff were very welcoming and friendly, and the place was clean. We started with the hummus and pita flatbread, and I was torn between the moussaka and the pastitsio. The waiter recommended the moussaka, and I'm so glad I listened because it was amazing. The wait for our entrees was a bit long, but it was absolutely worth it. The hummus and flatbread were okay, but the moussaka really stood out. It wasn't soggy or too salty, had the perfect amount of spice, and was very flavorful. I would definitely recommend this place and will for sure be back when I'm in the area. read more

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Very good food. Very good service. Though they have the same menu for lunch and dinner. So lunches are more pricey and perhaps larger than is ideal for a not-too-long lunch break. read more

Nice casual setting and pleasant service but food is poor and expensive for what you get. They charge you if you use a credit card without telling you. 3%. 30.00 dried out tough ground lamb kofta and mediocre 23.00 gyro read more

3/4 of us always love our Local Greek experience. Ambience in this cozy neighborhood eatery that is bright and warm and full of dinners with friends makes this a 10/10. BYOB and starters kick us off in an awesome direction - highly recommend fork tender lemon potatoes (were they marinated overnight?! How did they get this good?!), Greek dips (I love them all, give or take the eggplant which could be swapped for a baba ghanoush to make it a 10/10). Pita - generous and addictive. Dolmades - my older daughter's favorite - demolished in less than 15 minutes. The winning entree was the all time favorite whole branzino and yes, you can get it filleted! My kids like the whole fish presentation. The Greek salad with all entrees has a generous chunk of feta but all of us agree- please stick to the tomatoes, cucumber and onion we're used to (and lose the peppers). My husband's moussaka was a miss - potatoes were very undercooked and no amount of kindly taking it back and reheating seemed to work, but this is the place where you could ask and know your server cared to make it right. Spanakopita was a bit off this time too - still delicious, but a touch doughy and tough. I love a flaky spinach triangle (reference: St. George Greek Fest/Hamilton, Mikonos/Ewing) with light buttery layers as my favorite. As usual, we had been serious bigbacks throughout the meal at Local Greek and had no room for dessert, but sorely tempted as their list goes beyond the basics. Would love to see the green beans entree as a side. We bet those are delicious. BYOB a major plus, but still prepare to spend $$$. Happy we got to get a coveted reservation here (yes, at least a day in advance) to celebrate a special occasion. read more

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I've been having having a really rough time and then I came to this restaurant expecting really good vibes and instead was met with the worst service I've ever met in my entire life. It was the worst experience I've ever had. It was my friend's birthday and actually she started sobbing at the table because of how bad the service was. I hope they all get fired and I will be speaking to the manager. Please do not come here I've invested so much time and money into this restaurant and I'm in tears leaving this establishment this way. I really expected more :( read more

Went here with my friends to celebrate a birthday. Have never received such abhorrent rude service from multiple employees. They acted as if we were the scum of the earth and did not deserve to be in this establishment. I will never come back here and it is truly sad. I've spent so many years and so much money at this restaurant. read more

Local Greek, which made its debut on November 19, 2017, is a bustling bistro cum - bakery & market. The cozy, diminutive interior, boasting wooden floors, white subway tile, whitewashed walls, and rustic wooden tables built by the owner's first cousin, a general contractor and architect, is a big part of the restaurant's appeal. And when the joint is jumping, especially at dinner, things can get pretty tight seating-wise. But that's all part of the fun. Fortunately, there is a side room that helps alleviate the crush in the main dining area. Authentic Greek cuisine is the order of the day, with meze - the Greek version of tapas (small plates) taking center stage. Sweet and savory homemade style pastries and desserts are made fresh daily in the restaurant's bakery; and the market features imported items such as Greek olive oil, coffee, tea, chocolates, and snacks. The small plates change weekly, affording diners numerous seasonal options. They are also sizeable enough for couples or larger parties to mix and match as appetizers. Several of the usual suspects are present and accounted for - Dolmades (grapes leaves stuffed with rice and Greek herbs with yogurt sauce) and Hummus (a spread composed of mashed chickpeas, garlic, lemon, tahini & olive oil), for instance. For something a bit different, however, be sure to try the Kolokithokeftedes, zucchini fritters. My dining partner and I recently sampled a delightful variation on the theme, Tomatokeftedes (pictured) fritters filled with tomato, mashed potatoes, and feta cheese served with a zesty tzatziki sauce. Other interesting possibilities include Gigantes, large lima beans swimming in a Greek herbed tomato sauce; Xtapodi, grilled marinated octopus with herbs, olive oil, and vinegar; and four Greek Spreads, featuring tzatziki, spicy feta, eggplant, and taramosalata (salted and cured cod roe mixed with olive oil and lemon juice). On the other hand, it's hard to resist the tasty charms of Saganaki, Greek flaming cheese drizzled with ouzo. As photogenic as it is delicious. As you move on to the entrées, the kitchen continues its excellent work. Especially recommended are those dishes that have become synonymous with Greek cooking... The Moussaka, a combo of eggplant, potatoes, and ground beef topped with béchamel sauce, is benchmark... ditto the vegetarian version. And speaking of vegetarian, the Briam, traditional Greek roasted vegetables combined with kasseri - a stringy-textured cheese made from unpasteurized sheep and goat's milk - in tomato sauce and topped with feta cheese is also a first-rate rendition... But I was particularly taken with the Pastitsio (pictured) - often referred to as Greek lasagna - a stunning combination of tubular pasta, beautifully seasoned ground beef, and luscious béchamel sauce. Another traditional Greek presentation that deserves mention is the Papoutsaki (pictured), so named because the it resembles "little shoes." A baby eggplant is hollowed out, filled with ground beef (or vegetables) and potatoes and then topped with béchamel sauce. The rendition from Local Greek is also served up with an attractive small salad. This is a relatively straight-forward dish, but one that my dining partner thoroughly enjoyed. A slight variation on the theme, also quite good, is the Gemista, tomatoes stuffed with ground beef accompanied by kasseri cheese and herbed rice & pine nuts. Other interesting entrées include Spaghetti Bolognese, a meat sauce with decidedly Greek oriented seasonings; Stuffed Peppers, roasted bell peppers filled with herbed rice & pine nuts; Shrimp Souvlaki, kebab served over rice with avocado and baby kale; and a Mixed Grill Platter, an amalgam of Greek sausage, pork & chicken gyro, beefteki (beef patties), and Greek fries served up for two or four. My favorite, however, would be the simple but seductive Solomos (pictured), grilled salmon filet sided by luscious lemon potatoes and horta (sautéed greens). Desserts (as noted above) are all made fresh daily in the restaurant's bakery and are easily washed down with a double espresso courtesy of the highly rated Portioli Style Coffee. Baklava, of course, is the sweet ending that immediately comes to mind; and it is excellent... as is the Ravani (Greek-style lemon zest sponge cake), Karidopita (Greek-style walnut cake), and the bakery's other offerings. My nod, however, clearly goes to the incomparable Galaktobouriko (pictured), fillo dough filled with semolina custard surrounded by a pool of Greek honey... And bear in mind that the kitchen also serves up an impressive assortment of savory homemade pastries as well as a variety of Greek-style breakfasts. Whether stopping in for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or an afternoon pick-me-up, Local Greek has all the bases covered... deliciously. If you're planning a noonday or evening visit, however, just don't forget to BYOB. read more

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One of the best little local finds I've come across! This hidden restaurant sets such a nice and cozy mood. The staff were very attentive to our table. The food was absolutely amazing (I got the pork gyro and Greek fries)! Well prepared, huge portions and an overall welcoming feel. Will definitely recommend and return. read more

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Got to try @eatlocalgreek in Princeton, NJ the other day and we were not disappointed! My mom and I stopped by for lunch as a recommendation from a friend who grew up in the area! (shout out @sam_vitellaro ) We really enjoyed every aspect of Local Greek! The outdoor dining was so cute, food was fresh, hot and delicious. I ordered the Horiatiki salad with chicken and a side of pita and tzatziki! My mom ordered the Greek lamb Kofta. We both thoroughly enjoyed our lunch entrees and we had plenty left over for lunch the next day! If you're ever in the Princeton area and craving some delicious Greek food; you know where to look! Enjoy! read more

Came here for lunch with 10 people after apple picking. They have a huge space and didn't think to make a reservation but just called ahead to see if they could accommodate and tables were pushed together for us before we walked in. Was a great spot to share a few salads and then people order what they wanted. They also have a really cute outdoor seating area. Also very generous portions and great food! read more

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Excellent food and service!! Everything perfect!! Stuffed chicken...beet salad.. cheeses.. go, go, go!!!

Grab a bottle of wine (BYOB!) and enjoy some traditional Greek dishes with friends. The cozy interior and phenomenal food combine for a wonderful dining experience. We ordered the zucchini fritters as an appetizer. They were beautifully plated and tasted as good as they looked. It was a generous serving with 5 good-sized fritters and plenty of tzatziki (which I could've eaten by itself). For the main we both ordered lamb souvlaki. The price felt a bit steep ($33), but the lamb was admittedly delicious. It was not gamey and the rosemary and oregano enhanced the flavor. Reservations are recommended and there is not a whole lot of street parking available. Plan accordingly, but do plan to visit! read more

Local Greek - Lamb Souvlaki - Greek Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

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I was so excited to try this place! This place is well rated and I love Greek food. My husband and I thought the service was fine and the ambiance is cute (but it gets super loud!). However, the food really missed the mark flavor wise and quality wise. The chicken was dry and flavorless and I didn't want to finish my dish despite being hungry. The lemon potatoes were soggy and greasy. The mousaka was dry and also lacking flavor. We feel so lucky to have Kyma as our local Greek place! Heads up parking is tricky on the streets around the restaurant and they also charge an extra fee for using credit cards. read more

Local Greek - Outside - Greek Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

Wow! Huge portions with meat galore!!! We had a table of 7 so was able to partake in a feast! We ordered a whole fish, the meat and French fries platter, mussels, hummus dip and everything was delicious! The place was boisterous and the service was the same. Everything was like a banquet party! read more

This place is now one of my favorite Greek spots in central New Jersey! Ambiance - warm lighting - tables perfect for large parties - honey and welcoming decor Service - staff was knowledgeable about the menu - food came out quickly Food - Greek spreads: came with a plate filled with warm soft pita and a variety of spreads: tzatziki, spiced feta cheese, hummus, baba ganoush. All of the spreads were delicious and also paired well with the mixed grill platter - Saganaki: this dish also came with a performance! Our waiter dimmed the lights in the room and lit the cheese on fire. The cheese was melt, gooey and had a pleasant sharp flavor - Kipos Salad: the lemony honey dressing was delicious and I especially loved the dried figs in the salad - Mixed grill platter: this was plenty for 6 people! The tzatziki and hot sauce paired well with the gyro and fries read more

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Great food and solid service. Was part of a large group and everything was excellent.

The food was good, the wait staff was super friendly and professional. We ordered the appetizer spread, stuffed chicken, moussaka, and lamb kafta. Afterwards we had coffee and shared galaktoboureko. The spread was plenty to share for four and there're a lot of pita bread. All entrees came with salad and a side except miussaka. The galaktobouresko was big enough to let everyone have a bite. read more

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Love the Food! We had the grilled octopus, lamb souvlaki and Terina. Some reviews said their portions were big, but we finished everything b/c they were Delicious We will return to try other dishes for sure! read more

Local Greek - LAMB SOUVLAKI - Greek Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

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Amazing! I questioned this restaurant given that it is in a residential area. However, Local Greek has exceptional Greek fare. The mixed grill for two will feed 3 or 4 and is super high quality. Plus, the waitstaff is very friendly. It's the best meal we had in Princeton on a four day trip. Go! read more

Our daughter wanted Greek food on her birthday. So we ordered food from Local Greek using Grubhub (Grubhub or Doordash do not cover another good local Greek restaurant here). This restaurant is slightly on the expensive side. However, we ordered four dishes and each dish was very tasty. The food also came relatively soon. We would gladly order food from here or do a dine-in in the coming months. read more

Local Greek - Solomos (salmon) - Greek Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

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Very disappointed in a recent delivery - particularly of the village salad at $17.95 with chicken and additional $6.95. It was something you might get at Taco Bell for $8.95. Called and spoke to the manager and sent her a photo and she said " I packed that order myself and I think our portions are very good!" Had no interest in making the customer happy. Basically a middle finger response. Unfortunate as I am local to Princeton and to local Greek but will not go there again or order online. stay away! read more

Local Greek - Not much!! - Greek Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

Probably the best Moussaka I've ever had, cooked in a ramekin and sufficient to have another meal later. Another in my party had a lamb-beef Gyro, which was also tasty with an abundance of fries. Staff was very friendly and accommodating and the restaurant decor was very comfortable and tastefully decorated. Will definitely return to sample other items on the menu. read more

Excellent food, great outdoor seating, nice servers. BYOB so bring your own wine as there are no walkable liquor stores nearby.

This is our third time at local Greek, we live in Bucks County Pennsylvania but for how incredibly authentic the food is, we drive the 40+ minutes to get there for dinner. My husband is and has spent many summers and time living in Greece. When we first Ate at this hidden gem, he said at the end of the meal he felt like he was in his Yaya's kitchen in Rhodes and hasn't had of Greek food in the US. Also, I have to say the service is just truly unbelievable. Elizabeth knew the menu and the food so well was conscious of any dietary restrictions and truly, we felt, made dinner even more worth it. The restaurant should do everything they can to keep her there because, she truly gives you an authentic Greek dinner serving with lots of love. We had actually gotten in the restaurant to cater our Greek holiday party last year and everyone who was there raved about their food. This is one of my favorite restaurants and I know my husband's favorite restaurant to go to. the service, the people and the food are out of this world. read more

We live in Princeton and eat here regularly in the last 5 years. My favorite dish here is the Gyro platter. Delicious food and good atmosphere. We love it here! read more

That's a local Greek again following our first movie in nearly 20 months; A home run food hit as expected. Tonight on this trip my wife and I decided to start off with the Saganaki, Greek style flaming cheese drizzled with ouzo, make sure a heck of a table side presentation with a flaming but it really does have a nice taste presentation. for a second course we shared the homestyle spinach pie served with a Village salad, flaky crust and super fresh salad. for a main dish we shared the Mistos Lamb, slow oven baked lamb with dried apricots dried figs carrots onions and red wine balsamic sauce over some rice. this dish is a hit it out of the ballpark dish for two with a lovely flavor profile between the dried figs and the apricots and the super tender soft baked lamb delicious. always best to try to make a reservation this place does pack it in and there's a good tasty reason why also to BYOB and street parking. read more

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Amazing food, service and atmosphere. Owners are kind and good people. A must if you are in Princeton!

i was hoping this restaurant would be good as we do not have many in the Princeton area. Being Greek, I ordered the souvlaki platter. the lamb/meat was crunchy and hard. I can get past that. what a can't get past is the amount of gnats and flies swarming around us. The octopus was rubbery. Keeping my fingers crossed that our group doesn't get sick. restaurant was old and worn out and the nerve they charge top dollar. read more

Absolutely one of the go-to spots in the princeton area. All the tourists and university folks won't stray off Witherspoon, and this is one of those hidden gems the neighborhood locals actually go to. It's an unassuming exterior, but one you enter the smells of baklava, lemon potatoes and tzatziki hit your nose. The staff is small and family-owned, and they truly care about your experience. Prices are fair and comparable for the area. Cannot recommend enough! read more

Came here with a big group and they seated us in a more private area of the restaurant, which was awesome. It was BYOB and they even brought out coolers to make sure everything stayed cool. We ordered an array of appetizers, but the Saganaki was the most impressive display. They lit it on fire in front of us and it was incredibly tasty. We also got the greek spreads, hummus, dolmades, gigantes, and halloumi. Honestly everything was wonderful and no complaints. For the main I got a Kipos salad with zucchini fritters. The zuchinni fritters were absolutely AMAZING! And the dressing really brought the entire salad together. The only sub-par item was the fries (would skip next time -- they weren't super crispy or flavorful) We ended up trying ALL the desserts and I loved the: PORTOKALOPITA, BAKLAVA , and GALAKTOBOURIKO. A stellar place to visit and will be waiting for me next trip :) read more

Local Greek - Kipos Salad with Zucchini Fritters - Greek Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

This is my second time dining here for brunch and, once again, I can say it was simply delicious!  For a Sunday brunch, even during Covid, Local Greek packs up quickly. The restaurant is tucked within a residential street on a corner, away from downtown Princeton. I'm a fan of the location! I ordered the Super Greek, because I loved it so much the first time. If you love onions, avocados, mushrooms and potatoes you simply can't go wrong with this option. The rest of our party ordered omelettes. The eggs are locally sourced and free-range.    My only complaint would be that in the Super Greek, all 3 eggs were placed underneath everything, instead of on the top, like most skillets. Last time my eggs were on top, but they were cooked to a different doneness - from runny yolks to completely hard yolks. This time all the eggs were cooked perfectly but they were hidden away at the bottom of the skillet. We saved room for dessert and ordered Loukoumades (Greek Donuts) and Bougatsa (Custard filled pastry). Both were great! The Americano coffee is simply delicious. They serve Portioli coffee (apparently top rated in Europe). The cappuccinos and lattes are also very good. My friend ordered the Greek coffee and wasn't a big fan - apparently very strong and bitter. read more

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Great local place to come if you're in the area! Came on a weekend night and had reservations. They do fill up fast and they have plenty of outdoor seating. The staff is friendly and helpful. Parking is on the street which there is plenty. 1. Lamb - Very flavorful and spiced up in a herb sense. Lots of food and tiny bit dry but overall very good. 2. Spreads - Very good variety. We had 4 and they were all good! Hummus, babaganoush, eggplant with eggs, tsaziki. Overall, a very good place to come if you are hungry and craving some good food. read more

Local Greek - Lamb - Greek Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

The food was great. I enjoyed the zucchini fritters and chicken kebabs. The shrimp flambé was excellent as well. It wasn't too crowded since it was lunchtime when we arrived, so we were seated promptly. The ambiance is nice and I liked the decor a lot. This place is on the pricier side, but I think it is worth the money. Would recommend! read more

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My family came here on a recommendation for lunch today. Service was spot on. The waiters were attentive and very nice. We ordered the Greek spreads which includes tzatziki, feta, eggplant, hummus and warm pita bread. Followed by the Mixed Grill Platter and Greek Lamb Kofta. The Mixed Grill Platter can feed 5 people. Probably didn't need to order any additional food. The dessert bougatsa was good and not too sweet. I would definitely come back and try some other plates. read more

Local Greek - Greek Spreads - Greek Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

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First time here and the atmosphere was great! There were both indoor and outdoor dining available, however I would recommend calling for a reservation! We went on a Friday night around 7:00 and it was pretty busy. As the night progressed, more and more people came to dine in! The food was delicious and I would love to go back to try out the other menu items! Also the servers were attentive and very accommodating. read more

Local Greek - Mixed Grill Platter. Could definitely feed 3-4 people! - Greek Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

Go-to in Princeton! Came on a Saturday night and it was absolutely PACKED but we were lucky enough to get seated for two right away. Ordered the Greek Spreads and Mixed Grill Platter because we wanted to try multiple items and everything was so delicious but it was SO MUCH FOOD. We had more than half left over and I am not exaggerating when I say that our order lasted 4 meals total. The restaurant is very lively and all of the waiters are extremely nice. Highly recommend! read more

Local Greek - Mixed Grill Platter - Greek Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

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I personally hate Mediterranean food but this was actually good the fries are incredible with a great crisp

Im out of town for work and came across this place on yelp. I went to Greece this summer so i have high expectations for greek cuisine. Got the hummus appetizer and WOW! Hummus was absolutely delicious, definitely made in house from scratch and the warm pita was cooked to perfection. I got the lamb chops as an entree. Cooked perfect medium, it literally melted in my mouth. Potatoes and salad were very good but let the lamb shine for sure. read more

Local Greek - Hummus with pita appetizer - Greek Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

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Love this spot! Great fresh options ! We love Greek food and it's worth the 20 min drive to get to! Greek salad with gyro meat is my go to. They also have a delicious brunch! read more