This was our first visit. The food and staff were amazing!! We had the shrimp scampi and chicken Alfredo. Their Sunday special can't be beat. The donut desert was heavenly! This will be our go to restraunt in the future. Parking is a bit of a challenge but worth the effort. read more

Absolutely amazing Greek food in the heart of Ogunquit - an unexpected and very welcoming find. Patio seating (next to a fire pit), quiet and intimate atmosphere. Started with bread and olive oil and ordered the lamb shank and psari plaki. Amazing food - well done and delicious. Psari Plaki is a local cod with gigantes beans and olives in a yummy tomato sauce, baked in the oven. And the lamb shank was well done juicy lamb accompanied by feta cheese mashed potatoes and grilled vegetables. Large and filling portions, excellent presentation and all the flavors! I accompanied my meal with a glass of Greek Chardonnay. We didn't have space for dessert, BUT took a piece of galactoboureko to go. Ogunquit is not a place I expected to find quality Greek food, and I am glad I was proven wrong. Highly recommending Nicanos! As the server about the origin of the name read more

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Very disappointing and unprofessional experience at Nikanos Mediterranean Bar & Grille. My boyfriend and I walked in and were greeted by the owner, who asked how many people. I replied two, and we stood waiting as expected. Within about 20 seconds, another couple walked in behind us. The owner immediately walked past us, greeted them enthusiastically, and seated them right away while completely ignoring us--even though we had arrived first. When she finally returned to us, I expressed that I was uncomfortable staying after being treated so rudely. Instead of offering a sincere apology, she justified her behavior by saying the other couple were regulars of eight years and suggested we should not mind waiting a couple of minutes. That response made the situation worse. As new customers, we should have been treated with the same courtesy and respect, not made to feel like we were less important. What stood out most was the lack of professionalism and concern for making a good impression on new customers. Rather than trying to fix the situation, she continued to defend her decision. We ultimately chose to leave, and it was clear she did not care whether we stayed or not., Just simply a very rude unprofessional owner! First impressions matter, and unfortunately this was a very poor one. Based on this experience alone, we will not be returning. read more

Recently had brunch at Nikanos in Ogunquit & was thoroughly impressed, so I had to come back for dinner ASAP. I'm obsessed with Greek cuisine. The cocktails were stunning & delicious. We were served soft bread, & we also ordered calamari, flaming saganaki, & the trio of dips. Everyone raved about their entrees; I personally loved the lamb shank with feta mashed potatoes, pasta, & flatbread. Everything was seasoned to perfection. Can't wait to come back to try something new. read more

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Breads are the highlights. Tzaziki too. Braised lamb was very good. Shish kebabs too. Greek owner is a great guy. Outdoor dining on street is best. Open year round too. read more

Nikanos - Rhode Islanders on the left at Nikonos. - Greek Near Me - Ogunquit, Maine

This was a very nice Greek upscale restaurant. Bar was very good. The service was excellent also. Tables are fairly close together. Definitely delightful atmosphere and the food was extremely good. read more

Nikanos - Calamari - Greek Near Me - Ogunquit, Maine

We discovered Nikanos this summer, and we've already been back three times! It's the perfect spot for dinner before catching a show at the Ogunquit Playhouse. I'm usually all about trying new restaurants, but in a town filled with tourist traps, it's tough to find a locally owned place that serves quality food at fair prices. Nikanos doesn't disappoint! From the spanakopita and lamb meatballs to their famous pastitsio (think Greek lasagna) and moussaka, everything has been delicious. The drinks are a bit of a hit or miss -- sometimes inconsistent -- but I do love the fact that their cocktail menu is quite extensive. The service is fantastic, even when they're packed. We like to give ourselves about 1.5 to 2 hours before a show to relax and enjoy our meal, and that's always worked well. The servers are incredibly attentive. The vibe is totally Ogunquit! The outdoor seating is awesome during the summer and fall (they have heaters for cooler nights), and they often have a live band. It's the perfect background music because you can still hear each other talk. I love sitting outside, soaking in the energy of the city. Pro tip: definitely call ahead for reservations since they get busy! read more

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What a great find in Ogunquit, Maine. We came upon it because it was the first parking space on the dinner hour on July 4 we could find. They literally squeezed us in and glad they did! I never had Nouveau Mediterranean before! We started with the spicy calamari. Perfectly battered, fried and served with roasted onion and hot peppers and some garbanzos sprinkled with a wonderful mild feta to cool the heat a bit. It just got better from there. My date had beef souvlaki that was cooked exquisitely to medium rare as ordered with a lovely medley of cooked veggies! I had Yia Yia's roasted chicken! Fantastic!! We both loved each other's dinners! We also both had the lemon roasted potatoes that were superb! Two waiters served us with efficiency and finesse. One waiter was Nick and he was amazing. We never caught his parter's name. The restaurant was mostly open and comfortable on what had been a hot day. The place was packed and the live musicians playing and singing hits of the 60's and 70's topped the wonderful atmosphere!! Nikanos will definitely see me again!! Yasou! read more

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I love Greek food and this did not disappoint. The space is gorgeous with ample indoor and outdoor seating. The place was filled with regulars and the owners were checking in on their guests. The bar area was big and our server was great. We ordered a salad, a fish dish and mussels. We left happy. read more

Nikanos - Greek salad - Greek Near Me - Ogunquit, Maine

Had dinner there on Friday 8/29/25 on the first night of our weekend vacation to celebrate my gf's birthday & Labor day. We had made 6:30 pm reservations in advance but unfortunately it was raining when we headed there from our hotel and their parking lot was full so we were forced to circle around a few times and finally had to pay $20 to park in a lot across the street which put a slight damper on things... Once inside the restaurant we were seated within 10 mins and greeted by our lovely server Marilyn who was the sweetest girl, she was very attentive and gave us time to look over the menu, told us about the specials & cheerfully answered all of our drink & food menu questions which helped us make great choices for our drinks, appetizers & entrees! We both loved the oysters we selected and the lemon soup very much, the standout though was one of the night's specials which was baked haddock & lobster over potato au gratin which we both chose and both thought was amazing!! We had a nice leisurely dinner, received a nice dessert in honor of my gf's birthday and thought Marilyn was the best server we had met since our arrival in Maine! We will definitely return to Nikanos, but hopefully during our next visit , parking won't be such an issue. read more

Three of us went for Sunday brunch we all LOVED it! More food in the sampler than I needed but it was terrific! Hummus, red bean dip and tzatziki with a grilled pita, 2 dolmades, a piece of spanakopita and who knew that ordinary fried zucchini could be SO incredibly good? My friends loved the fish tacos made with cod and tzatziki and the eggs with housemade hollandaise with a bit of za'atar were very well-received. And a shout out to Sarra E--she was really knowledgeable about the menu and had a warm and easy manner. The whole thing was just a great experience and we're looking forward to a return trip to try out the dinner menu! read more

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Had a wonderful brunch here with friends. Food was amazing service great. Been there before for dinner and never have been disappointed! read more

Nikanos - Baklava French Toast... - Greek Near Me - Ogunquit, Maine

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Our experience at Nikanos Mediterranean Bar and Grille was satisfying, with the restaurant showcasing its distinct approach to Greek Mediterranean food. The menu items are rooted in family recipes, offering a unique dining experience. The ambiance is well-suited for social gatherings with friends and family. Although we only tried their limited Happy Hour menu, we are looking forward to sampling their regular offerings frOm their lunch and dinner menus.. The appetizers we ordered were delicious, with the Hummus, Tzatziki, and Red Bean Dips standing out. The drinks were expertly prepared, and the service was attentive. The pricing is comparable to other local establishments, and they offer vegetarian options. Nikanos is popular among tourists and locals alike, often resulting in a busy atmosphere, and features distinctive dining areas with open-air concepts. read more

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I wouldn't waste your money here. I was excited for Greek food for dinner but this place is extremely underwhelming. Got the trio dip for an app and chicken skewers and the lamb pizza for dinner. The chicken was overcooked and dry. The pizza had a cheap jarred sauce with bagged cheese. Only saving grace was the lemon tahini for the skewers. read more

We were greeted by a smiling hostess and had the Sunday night specials which had a salad, entree and dessert. The salad, while simple, had a great lemon vinaigrette for dressing and was delicious. The entree I had was ground lamb with red sauce and pasta covered with a bechamel sauce and baked. It was very good. Dessert was a blueberry cake with ice cream. Absolutely delicious meal with nice wine and an attentive, friendly waitress. We'll be back if we can find a parking place. It's a small lot. read more

We got there for a 7:30 reservation. Our drinks arrived @ 8:30 one of the drinks was wrong it was barely drinkable Needless to say we finally got our food @ 9:30 You can skip the chicken mushroom fettuccini there was very little of both 4 tiny pieces of chicken & hardly any mushrooms We will pass on this restaurant read more

Great service. Good food. I was expecting a different kind of "salad" but loved the fresh cheese on the salad. I wish they would offer bread, we had to ask the server. Go for the mousuka and olives. read more

Nikanos - Greek Near Me - Ogunquit, Maine

Brunch on a Sunday. Sat outside. Small band playing lovely music. Greek Sampler for appetizer. Fish tacos and Greek fries. Smash burger with side of orzo. Gyro with chicken and side of orzo. All fabulously delicious. Waiter was great as well. We'll be back for dinner in the fall! read more

Great food greater service. Food was perfectly cooked although the kabob was a little over cooked Wine's lovely Highly recommend read more

Octopus was soft as butter. The plaki - fish with beans in a tomato and wine sauce - was delicious. Taking one star off for the outrageous price of a bottle of sparking water. Skip the water, enjoy the food. read more

We had a reservation I made 6 weeks prior by phone, however when we arrived they didn't have it. Fortunately we did not have to wait more than 5 minutes for a table outside. We started with the traditional dips and the baked oysters Onassis, both delicious. We also had the grilled octopus, it was very good, however the portion was minuscule. Valerie's shrimp was very tasty as the Pastitsio. Ended with a complimentary dessert. We would definitely come back. read more

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A not-bad Greek restaurant in Ogunquit and a welcome addition to the other fine dining places in town with some hits and some misses, so it certainly depends on what dishes you have. It was certainly hopping on the night we visited, so we were glad we made reservations, but even so, we had to wait 15 minutes before our table opened up (reminded me of the Seinfeld rental car scene "You know how to TAKE a reservation but you don't know how to HOLD a reservation"). At any rate, once we were seated, it was still a little bit tough to relax fully with the loud music blaring and difficulty hearing each other. We shared appetizers of: Oysters Onassis (excellent, will double up on these next time), saganaki (also good, with a nice crusty and savory bottom), crispy Ikari fried zucchini wheels (rather limp and disappointing), and warm mixed olives (very good and flavorful). I had their lamb souvlaki and found it to be a bit tough and bland - the accompanying sauces (tzatziki and tahini) didn't improve it. One of my daughters had the moussaka (also surprisingly bland); another daughter had the lamb shank (meaty but under-seasoned); my oldest daughter had the best entree, the lemon roasted chicken, which was flavorful and nicely crisped skin; and my wife had their Greek Village salad which she said was very fresh and tasty. We shared desserts of the galaktoboureko, Nikanos-style Greek donuts, and the seasonal fruit crisp - all of these were quite good, especially the donuts. I just wish their coffee stood up to their fine desserts ... read more

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I absolutely love this place! The food is authentic and delicious, the staff is friendly even in their busiest times and the ambiance is killer! Some of the best martinis in town read more

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Excellent food options on their menu and the specials were unique. We had Corn chowder and Greek salad to start. The chowder with lobster was a home run - lots of lobster. Greek salad was perfectly seasoned with the right an amount of feta. I had the Bass for an entree it was so delicious but the bones were annoying (common problem with this dish). My husband had Valerie's Shrimp, no complaints. Shrimp were colossal. Try the pistachio ice cream (never in a sundae) for dessert- it is a feast for your taste buds. read more

Owner greeted and seated us which was nice. Place was packed for a Sunday morning. Great vibe with live music. Brunch and lunch menu have a nice variety The Chicken gyro smaller than I remember from my last visit. Not a whole lot of chicken in it. Tzatziki was flavorful! Fries were perfectly cooked but I thought the Greek fries included feta cheese and oregano. Hoping it was just a simple mistake on the chefs part Definitely will go back as in the past it was outstanding Friendly staff! Bartender has the restaurant and the bar so service can be a little slower when busy. Go just for the atmosphere and live music. Food is good and hopefully better on next trip. read more

We had a wonderful dining experience!!! Great atmosphere, great food, wonderful service and incredible ambiance! We will definitely go back every time we are in ogunquit! read more

First of all - in season, make a reservation! We were able to walk in with a 30 minute wait, and the staff was so sweet to us! The 4 of us did our favorite thing / order a ton of apps and share them. We ordered; a large Greek Salad (traditional, no lettuce, but gorgeous tomatoes and cucumber), Dolmas, spanakopita. 3 dips with pita, mussels, and more. All were delicious. The vegetarian in put grip was very happy. Skip the specialty cocktail, but the Irish coffee with a slice of baklava cheese cake was the perfect end to our meal. The service was on point, submitting our apps as several courses, so our table was never overwhelmed with plates. Our server was attentive and her wine recommendation was terrific. To round out the evening - live music with a very talented singer and guitarist. Highly recommend! read more

Nikanos is a nice Greek restaurant with great outdoor setting and live music playing. We went during their happy hour time around 3pm with a group of 8. The menu selection was limited to happy hour specials but they were delightful and tasty. Spanakopita was a standard offering, but we have tasted better. Dolmades was good, dips & spread were excellent and the salad was delicious. Our server Michelle was friendly and prompt with our drinks and food. Loved her... a place we can surely visit again read more

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Service is awesome. They're quick. Food is also awesome. Lots of options for a brunch menu. Ambiance is relaxing.

I enjoyed the ambiance here a lot, the service was friendly and the atmosphere was relaxing where this is a mostly outdoors restaurant. The food is American Greek, it didn't seem traditional, where I'm used to Greek hole-in-the-walls. The food was good nonetheless. The portion sizes were small though, especially the amount of vegetables they serve with the skewers. read more

Nikanos - Scottish Salmon - Greek Near Me - Ogunquit, Maine

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After hearing so many good things about Nikanos, frustrating to be disappointed. Good quality food but every dish was tasteless. Octopus seemed to be marinated so long it was almost mushy. Lamb shank had huge bone but little meat, most of which was bland. Greek salad was almost all tomatoes with little salad dressing. Had to ask twice for dressing. Some good, fairly priced wines on menu but overall, the experience was lacking. read more

Good food with nice portions. Our waiter was attentive during a busy lunch service even though he seemed to be the lone server. Easy going ambiance on a busy street where you can people watch or monitor the traffic! We will come back ! read more

Great ambiance, lovely servers, and the food is just as good! Can't go wrong with their hummus plate, and for mains any fish dish is divine! I also loved the Pastitisio - yummy but VERY filling! Our server also recommended some great Greek wines which I've never had before. A must-visit if you're in Ogunquit! read more

As a Greek family that regularly enjoys traditional Greek food--both at home and from truly authentic spots--we came to this restaurant while on vacation very excited when we saw the reviews! If this was supposed to be a Greek experience, then I guess we just visited the wrong part of Greece. Unfortunately, it was a letdown from start to finish. The saganaki, which should be a hot, crispy, golden cheese dish, arrived in a state that can only be described as soupy. It had none of the texture, flavor, or presentation we expected. It was more like melted cheese in a puddle of ouzo we needed a spoon to try to taste it and the little bit we did taste was all alcohol. It was actually inedible. That dish set the tone for the rest of the meal. Everything felt watered-down and lacked the rich seasoning and freshness that defines Greek cuisine. From the tzatziki to the mains, it all tasted generic. It was like they threw a ton of oregano on it and called it authentic. nothing like what we know and love. The chicken souvlaki was bland to say the least. The Bifteki didn't resemble the grilled, well-seasoned bifteki we know from home. It was in a marinara sauce that tasted jarred and had an overpowering spice in it that did not belong and I can't put my finger on maybe tarragon. 2 of our party did enjoy their fish so that is a plus I guess, and the moussaka while being prepared differently was not bad.We understand that chefs like to put their own spin on traditional dishes--and we respect that. But this just wasn't for us. The food lacked the bold, fresh flavors that define Greek cuisine, and overall it felt more like a generic take on Mediterranean food than anything rooted in tradition. But I don't like to "yuck" anyone's "yum," but this simply wasn't good. The service was polite and the atmosphere fine, but when the food is the main event, that's not enough. We won't be returning. read more

The restaurant is lovely, the food and drink very good, but from the hostess, to the bartender and waitress it went downhill. I have waitressed and bartended for years and not one of these people smiled, said thank you, or made us feel welcome in any way. Maybe a course in how to treat people when they come in to buy food from your restaurant is in order. Raised by wolves maybe? Missed opportunity on simple courtesy. read more

Like being in Greece and Maine at the same time. Specialty cocktails, amazing food, attentive service and live music. A perfect evening. I can't wait to go back! read more

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We showed up at 12, several tables were open. We were given one, but told we had to be out by 1 PM. We ordered immediately, food took a while, but we managed to get out in time. It was very loud, and the food was so-so. Had the avocado toast "vegan" by dropping the cheese, and the salt must have been in the cheese, as it was very bland. A bit surprising the chef didn't catch this detail. Overall, it is fine but nothing special. read more

For Greek and Mediterranean food, Nikanos continues to be my favorite place in the Ogunquit area. Every time I have dined here I feel like I am enjoying a nice meal with family. You become a part of the family when you are here and you can sense that in the friendly/personable service provided. Nikanos does a great job from a menu perspective in offering traditional Greek dishes while respecting the local Maine seafood and incorporating that into dishes. If you haven't experienced Greek food before, don't be intimidated there is something on the menu for everyone. As someone who grew up eating Greek food in my local community and extended family, these traditional offerings bring me back to my younger years. I would recommend some specific dishes, but after being here several times there are so many to try my list keeps getting longer -- Avgolemono Soup, the Greek Village Salad, Warm Olives, Spanakopita, Traditional Dips & Spreads (get all three dips!), Yiayia's Lemon Chicken, Pastitsio, Pasta Nikanos, and Lobster Athenian are all my favorites! Pick from any of these and you will not be disappointed. Nikanos has added their permanently covered deck that adds seating even on inclement weather days. They also offer live entertainment. Lastly -- try out the Sunday Brunch. Loukaniko sausage is on that menu which is something you will not be able to find on most breakfast menus! Be sure to choose the Greek Sweet Bread if your brunch item comes with toast. This is a place I can and do go to over and over again. read more

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Delicious Greek food in Ogunquit with great outdoor dining options . The service was excellent and our waitress Andrea gave us the best menu recommendations. She was extremely attentive and helpful. We had the assorted appetizer plates and Brazzino which was amazing . They use the most amazing seasonings of any Greek restaurant I have been to and it was a fun variation on an off night from lobster!! read more

Nikanos - brazzino with rice pilaf - Greek Near Me - Ogunquit, Maine

i'm a professional chef with two culinary credentials, and I sat at a table and waited till 5 o'clock to order food when people all around me had food. per waitress. Everyone had bread not me everyone had prompt attention, not me I feel discriminated against and will never go back. why treat me differently? no excuse Chef Mary Lawton Johnson, ccc, cepc read more