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Nick The Greek

4.6 (254 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Beefteki Pita
Vanessa R.

Our family go to lunch spot in the culver shopping center. The employees are always so nice and the shop so clean. We love the gyro sandwiches and like trying the different meats of lamb, chicken, beef and falafel. Also MUST order- the fries and foyo with honey.

Prasini Salad with beefteki
Linda F.

Very fresh and healthy options here. I've been to this location a few times and have been getting the Prasini salad and I add the beefteki as my protein. They have different sauces like toum garlic sauce which is great but a little bland compared to the toum/ garlic sauce I am used to. The salad is plentiful with fresh ingredients and the beefteki is pretty juicy and tastes fresh as well but a little bit on the bland side. The order of garlic sauce helps a lot. The customer service has always been polite and helpful. The restaurant is very clean, including their bathroom. There is quite a bit of seating but does get packed during lunch rush.

Chicken Gyro Pita
Jada E.

Service was ok, nobody was inside waiting for orders so I got my food pretty fast, but my chicken gyro wasn't the best unfortunately. The chicken was alright but it was DRENCHED in a thousand island type of dressing, just not good. I was disappointed but oh well. Probably wouldn't try again.

Beef/Lamb Gyro Pita
Lou H.

Well Nick my boy, this is the start of a beautiful friendship. Found this place using yelp, then saw a sign asking customers to leave a yelp or google review, but I've seen Nick the Greeks in various locations including Thousand Oaks. I never thought to try it, as I don't typically like Greek food, but then I saw the yelp pictures. What caught my eye was the gyro with French fries in it. I thought "California burrito goes Greek" but it's a completely different flavor profile. The gyro doesn't leave you overly full but still satisfies your hunger. It could use more fries and more zing, maybe a little Cajun spice to the fries. The meat is thinly cut and freshly cooked. The tomato gives the whole thing a fresh taste. I went without the onions as they shouldn't exist outside of a fried outer shell. Overall I liked it and will be coming back. That's this critic's review, until next time, I'll be eating.

Mediterranean Bowl Chicken Souvlaki, Mediterranean Bowl Chicken Gyro, Chicken Souvlaki Skewer
Deborah K.

Food is so good. Came out quickly, staff are kind, and space is clean. Portions are good! Need to come back again and rack up my points

Tahini Crunch Salad, Gyro, and Gyro Bowl
Czarina D.

Nick the Greek is consistently solid! Wanted a meal with more vegetables so ordered food from here. Ended up doordashing the beef/lamb gyro, gyro bowl, and the tahini crunch salad. Everything was great but the true surprise of the meal was THE SALAD! The Tahini Crunch Salad is soooo good. The crispy chickpeas really make a huge difference and the dressing is stellar. Truly one of my favorite salads of all time.

Chicken Souvlaki Pita Combo & Beef/Lamb Souvlaki Plate
Sandy N.

For a healthy & quick option for lunch or dinner, Nick the Greek is your place! Nick the Greek is located on a corner lot in the Culver Plaza, between Culver Dr. & Irvine Center Dr. (facing Dave's Hot Chicken & Mickey Ds). It's a cute & quaint restaurant specializing in Greek Mediterranean cuisine. They offer fresh & delicious gyros, pitas, bowls, and more! There are a handful of tables to seat indoor (or out). The staff was welcoming & efficient. The fam & I typically come for dinner. I personally like the new Mediterranean steak bowl ($15.25). The steak is cooked perfectly. Moist & juicy..not overdone. My hubs & daughter usually get the souvlaki plate ($16.75/each) ~ chicken (for him) & steak (for her). And my son loves the steak pita ($13.75). The plates and pita usually come w/ a side of salad or fries. All in all, a good value for the generous amount of food you get. Totally didn't even know that they sell froyo (typically $5.95) til the nice staff guy gifted us one for the long wait for my son's pita order. It was yummy! Not overly sweet and a lil tarty. A perfect end to our meal. RxFoodie tip!!! Write a Yelp review during your visit and kindly show the staff member to score a FREE baklava (typically $4)! It's flakey, not super sweet & yummy filled w/ chopped walnuts. The ultra-thin phyllo (filo) dough literally melts in your mouth cuz it's baked so crispy & flakey. A must try & RxFoodie recommend!!!

Steak Bowl
Em B.

Definitely get the steak bowl! Meats were well marinated and tender with soft rices and fresh vegetables! I ate here a couple time and they're consistent with the taste. A bit pricey but competitive when compared to other places. Staff was friendly and the inside is very clean and organized. Parking outside is another story. It's a shopping plaza so there's always traffic.

Harriett S.

Love this piece. Food is great. Place is clean. Always enjoy coming here for a quick and healthy and delicious meal!

Mediterranean Bowl
Heather H.

Honestly this place is pretty dang delicious. Got the Mediterranean steak bowl and a gyro plate. The steak bowl was super well rounded with pickled onion, cucumber, tomato, rice, kale, hummus, sauce, chickpeas. Only thing that'd improve it if the chickpeas were crispy. Gyro bowl (with half rice and half fries) came with a lot of pita, side salad, tomatoes and onion. The fries reminded us of in n out fries. And overall solid. Service was fast and really nice for a fast casual place. Overall clean with blastin ac

Kaylee S.

A nice spot for fast yet healthy Greek food. I came on a Wednesday night and the inside ambiance was not busy at all. I got the Chicken Gyro. I liked how soft the pita bread was. I did feel like it could use more protein inside as I got more of the lettuce. The service was quick and there's plenty of indoor and outdoor seating.

Poinci Z.

Quick and friendly service, clean interior, and a solid gyro! I got the beef lamb gyro and it comes with tomatoes, onions, fries, and tzatziki sauce. Good portion for a quick bite :)

Michelle N.

We were craving Mediterranean food and saw that Nick had just opened up at this location. We got the chicken and beef/lamb gyro with fries on the side. The gyros were good, the beef with loaded with meat, the chicken was a bit smaller. They both came out lukewarm, the fries were also a bit soggy. Both gyros and a side salad came out to be around $30, not bad. We would come back, hopefully next time it'll be warmer and the fries crispier!

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Great food, wide selection, and terrific service and I love their chicken souvlaki plate.

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3 months ago

This place is a hidden gem. Fresh, tasty food. Fast, friendly service, and nice clean ambiance.

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Their Greek fries are so good! Love the beef/lamb gyros too. This location has lots of parking which is convenient.

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The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill - Santa Ana, CA

The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill - Santa Ana, CA

4.7(370 reviews)
5.0 mi•South Coast Metro, South Coast Metro
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Catering service
Grab-and-go

Went to the Irvine location and had a nice meal. Lamb Souvlaki. Very satisfying postion with big…read morechunks of lamb. Tzadziki and rice and bread with a slice of lemon. The grilling was done skillfully, but I must say that due to the size of the actual meat chunks, my skewers were rare, not med rare. But, delicious and savory nonetheless. The salad was crispy with red onions, tomato wedges, cucumbers. It was under dressed but still very tasty. Also had the humus which was good, a bit more oil would be nice. My daughter had the Spanikopita appetizer which looked really good with a lot of filling. My wife had the soup that was very tasty, with dill sprinkled on top, cannot remember the name. The soup was steaming hot, which is how I like any soup to be served. For dessert we had a Baklava that was sweet, but so crispy it was a bit hard to eat, almost too dense and crispy-dry. Definitely worthy of a 5 star rating. Someone who is serious about quality ingredients designed this menu. I would enjoy eating here again.

I ordered a gyro and nothing else. 25 min later still no order. They look fully staffed but…read moredisorganized. No air conditioned restaurant and the staff is not communicating with the customers about the delays. Uber ready and dash drivers are waiting as well. If you are in a rush I don't recommend this place. 45 min now and I still don't have my gyro

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The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill - Santa Ana, CA
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill - Santa Ana, CA
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill - Santa Ana, CA

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Panini Kabob Grill

Panini Kabob Grill

4.1(1.9k reviews)
3.1 mi
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Healthy dining
Grab-and-go

I've been eating PKG for years. I work in Irvine so they always have had our locations here in…read moreOrange County. So when this this Del Mar location which opened in 2019 (first location in SD county that opened) I was so happy. this is my favorite San Diego location. The food is always on point. The service is excellent. Good parking as well. A restaurant has an outdoor patio and is dog friendly. This location is always clean. I love it.

Sad to say this review today! We are very disappointed in our large catering order we had for our…read morecompany month end celebration for lunch today. We have ordered Panini countless times in the past 7 years, for our sales and operation team's lunch. Today, we received our order excluding the rice. Turns out, not only has Panini stopped giving pita bread, they stopped offering rice too! No more is there rice and pita bread offered with your shish kabob order. Prices have soared and customers receive less and less. So when we called asking where our rice was, Panini charged $50 extra AND we had to go back and pick up, even after it was initially ordered. Not happy with their food quality either. Chicken was stringy and chewy, koobedeh was cold and bland. All 2 trays of chicken, one tray of koobideh and Panini gave two salad trays and forgot our rice!! NO remorse. No apologies. Wishing for the good days when food was fresh, tasty, hot and served with great customer service. So sad to say this about one of our old favorite restaurants which is across the street from our office. Hope they work on their issues. It has been an expensive day costing us $750

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Lemon & Thyme - Pork belly and black garlic bbq

Lemon & Thyme

4.7(337 reviews)
7.8 mi

If you are looking for a hidden gem in Costa Mesa, this spot is an absolute must-visit. From the…read moremoment you step inside, you are greeted by an adorable interior and decor that cleverly and beautifully matches the restaurant's theme. ​ ​Every single item we ordered from the menu was exceptional: ​Beet Salad & Bone Marrow: Both made for fantastic starters, setting a high bar for the meal. ​Beef Tartare: Served with house-made potato chips that are a masterclass in texture--thin, fried, airy, and crispy all at the same time. ​Steak and Fries: Classic execution and wonderfully prepared. ​Duck Confit: Superb. The pairing of the rich mole sauce and sweet potato puree takes the dish to an entirely different level, complementing each other effortlessly. ​Baklava Cheesecake: A creative and delicious twist on a classic. The cream cheese filling is light rather than dense, and instead of a traditional graham cracker crust, it features a fantastic baklava crust. It is nicely balanced and not overly sweet, though you will definitely want to pair it with a cup of coffee to finish it off. ​ ​Service: The staff is exceptionally friendly, highly attentive, and organized, making you feel well cared for throughout the meal. ​Portions: Portions are slightly on the smaller side. My husband and I ordered three appetizers and two main entrees to share, and we were still quite hungry by the end--so you may want to order an extra dish or side if you have a hearty appetite! ​Overall, a wonderful dining experience with incredible flavors and charming ambiance. Highly recommended!

Very cute restaurant serving fusion cuisine, sort of a mix between Spanish and traditional…read moreSteakhouse fare. Our server was very talkative and did a good job at suggesting dishes. We had the Duck and Steak frites. The duck was my personal favorite of the two. One duck leg set in a flavorful mole sauce that made the dish incredibly delicious. The steak was cooked perfectly to my liking although it was a bit tough. The French fries were addictive. Seasoned well and oh so crispy! They were some of the best I've had!

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Lemon & Thyme - Peaches and burrata salad (seasonal)

Peaches and burrata salad (seasonal)

Lemon & Thyme - Peaches and burrata (seasonal)

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Peaches and burrata (seasonal)

Istanbul Grill California - Istanbul Kebab (For 4 People)

Istanbul Grill California

4.6(2.9k reviews)
7.8 mi
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Kitchen open late
Halal

This is one of the tastiest Mediterranean/Turkish places we've been. We ordered the appetizer…read moresamplers and the Istanbul kebab set for 4 people, which left us with quite a bit of leftovers. Everything was delicious. The dips from the appetizer and sauces were very flavorful and had a smooth mouthfeel. The fresh pita was so soft and warm and paired well with the complimentary sun-dried tomato oil, and really all of the dips. The meat from the Istanbul kebab was very tender and juicy, especially the chicken and ribeye steak kebabs. The pickles were not too sharp and the salad was nice too. I wish I took pictures of our food but we went to town on it. We had quite a bit to pack to go too, so I think the price was relatively fair for the amount we ate. I think the staff were lovely and polite. It wasn't crowded at all when we went, so it was a pretty smooth experience.

I was in the area and was craving good Mediterranean food, and saw this restaurant that people were…read morerecommending. This place has good food, good portions and plenty of parking available. The staff isn't all that friendly but the food makes up for their lack of customer service. We had tired the chicken kebabs, steak kebabs and the hummus. Prices were a bit high but lots of leftovers for a second meal. You know they're good when they're packed in the middle of the day between lunch & dinner. I will for sure be back next time I'm in the area.

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Mixed Grill Kebab (For 2 People)

Istanbul Grill California
Istanbul Grill California - Appetizer Sampler (Combination of 5 cold appetizers) Chicken Shish Kebab, Dner Kebab, Ribeye Steak Kebab

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Appetizer Sampler (Combination of 5 cold appetizers) Chicken Shish Kebab, Dner Kebab, Ribeye Steak Kebab

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