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Our Mom Eugenia - Mosaic

4.3 (397 reviews)
ModerateGreek, Seafood
Open • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Moderate noise
Happy hour specials
Outdoor seating

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Greek Salad
Chelle K.

Yummy authentic Greek restaurant in the Mosaic District, with one of the best Greek salads I've had in the area. The feta tasted really fresh, and I love the vinegarette used to make the salad a light, summery dish. Be warned the portions are huge, so you may want to avoid overordering apps like my party did. Aside from the Greek salad, highlights included the vegetarian dolmades (grape leaves stuffed with rice, herbs, and pine nuts), the spicy feta dip, and the lukamades (Greek doughnuts) with Nutella to end the meal.

Lentil soup - delicious!
Jens J.

I came here to freshly painted in blue and white Eugenia on a weekday right around noon. I know Eugenia has been around a few years, but this was my first go. I chose to be seated indoors to sample the ambience, though on this gorgeous early spring day, the outdoor seating where several people were eating was appealing. The interior design was wonderful. The staff and the interior are polished. Service was excellent and attentive. I started out with the lentil soup. Simply delicious! For my entrée, I went with the half chicken. It came with lemon potatoes and green beans in kind of an onion and tomato sauce. The lemon potatoes were excellent with a perfect tang. The beans were very good. But I was perplexed by the chicken. When I order a half chicken, I expect two or three pieces of bone-in meat. Instead, this dish came with two filets. I think one was breast meat and the other dark meat. Still, the chicken was good. The portion was pretty huge, really two full meals. The big menu, appealing ambience, great service and good food means I will be back.

Jennifer J.

I met a colleague here for dinner on a recent biz trip and it was absolutely fabulous! It's a lovely space, with not-over-the-top Greek influences and light and bright decor. Our server was so friendly and wonderful. Even though we arrived a bit late in the day due to my flight being late) he was gracious, welcoming, and super helpful as I tried to figure out what to order. While I was more than tempted buy their entree options, since it was late I decided on an octopus appy and bowl of avgolemono soup. The octopus was fresh, tender, and perfectly grilled. And the soup was rich, thick, and divine. It was the perfect way to start my trip to Virginia, and I'll definitely make a point of coming back next time I'm in town!

Octopus.
Marianne C.

Bean meaning to go for a very long time. A very enjoyable experience from the time we walked in the door. I want to mention I was meeting friends and never did we once feel like we were rushed at all. They were very careful to watch and approach in a perfectly timed manner. The food was all very good. The fried zucchini was served not at all as I would expect. Very thin, but good. The tzatziki sauce had way too much garlic. The fried squid was excellent. Probably the best I've ever had. Extremely tender, and the coating was not hard at all. The scoldolia (garlic spread) served in the center had very little garlic in it. It should have a lot of garlic, unlike the tzatziki sauce. The octopus was served with a lovely, what I believe to be, lemony hummus. The Bronzino was excellent. The seafood souvlaki special was very good. It was served with rice and Greek style green beans. My friends had the loukumades (fried donuts). They said they were very good. I had the galotopoudiko which was good--could've been a little bigger for the price. Will definitely go back. My only comment is for the prices, I would expect a little nicer atmosphere. It's a little cold and baron. The atmosphere at Nostos is better. Sorry, but I always seem to forget to take pictures before I start eating the food.

Saganaki
Amy N.

Our Mom was a staple for me when I lived in Mosaic though I'm now closer to the Shirlington location, so we need to show them some love as well. I had occasion to meet my husband for lunch here one early summer Friday afternoon and enjoyed watching other groups come in and kick off their weekends early. Our server took good care of us and my spritz was strong! I can't miss saganaki if eating in person at a Greek spot then I tucked into their (Greek) salad with a grilled shrimp add on. I appreciate that I'm able to leave out the onion and bell peppers from the salad and the shrimp are always beautiful and fresh. My husband got the lamb burger, also a go to.

Annie A.

We went to dinner on a weeknight at Our Mom Eugenia in the Mosaic District. I had made a reservation but it would have been easy enough to walk in as there were many available tables. There's a small area for outdoor dining as well, which would be nice in the spring and summer. I ordered the vegetarian platter, which was a nice way to try a few of the vegetarian appetizers. My friend ordered the chicken skewers appetizer which was a good size and was served with lemon roasted potatoes. Both dishes were a good enough portion size to serve as our entrees. Parking outside the restaurant is limited but there are several free garages in mosaic where you can park.

Spanakopita
Tanya B.

We picked up food for the first time from Our Mom Eugenia because we were looking for a new Greek place to try. It's located in Fairfax on a busy street in a higher end area. There is almost never any parking so it was difficult to pick the food up. I ordered the moussaka which is a Greek dinner entree consisting of roasted eggplant, zucchini & potatoes layered with spiced ground beef, topped with a creamy béchamel sauce. This was tasty, and different from the moussaka that I'm used to in flavor (more beefy and less tomatoes than I've ever had), however still well executed and was a huge portion, so the price wasn't as bad at $38. This is a higher end Greek restaurant so it's understandable. 4/5 We ordered a few different apps to try and the Greek salad. For a simple salad with cucumber, tomatoes, green peppers (I got no onions), feta, tossed with oregano, extra virgin olive oil & red vinegar, it was delicious!! The EVOO and red vinegar was the perfect amount, the feta was clearly fresh and authentic; must have been imported because this was the creamiest most full bodied feta I've ever had. My mouth is still watering thinking of it. Again, I would say the portion is family sized, price was $17. 5/5 Of course at a Greek restaurant I had to order my favorite, spanakopita. Filo dough spinach and feta pies with onion. They were moist and the dough was crispy (though too oily), with a slightly tart flavor inside. Even though they were larger than most, I wish there were more than 3 pieces, as they were amazing! 4/5 Next we tried the Kolokithokeftedes, Light & tender zucchini fritter balls filled with fresh mint & creamy feta, and served with tzatziki. Usually I don't care for zucchini but the flavor combo with the feta and mint along with the tzatziki dipping sauce made for an excellent and unique appetizer, though I wish it were a little crispier, however that might be on me for ordering to go. 3/5 Our third appetizer had to be the raved about Keftedakia, traditional Greek meatballs crafted from ground beef, fresh herbs, garlic & onions, seasoned with oregano, parsley & mint. They were surprisingly small and came with 4 to try. Although the flavor was great, they were a bit too dry for my taste; I may have to try it at the restaurant next time. 4/5 My husband had the Solomos, Atlantic salmon fillet grilled with bright lemon, rich olive oil, & fragrant oregano, served alongside spanakórizo - fresh spinach & rice lightly tossed & sautéed. I tried the salmon and thought that it was cooked well, not dry and not underdone, the perfect temp. The flavor was good, and I enjoyed the side rice but thought it had too much onion. 3/5 Lastly, we had the oven lemon roasted potatoes. They were super lemony and had enough seasoning even though the potatoes were large; there was certainly a good ratio of potato to lemon and herbs. I would definitely order again. 5/5 Didn't get served but the packaging was great (everything stayed safe and leak free) and they gave us some free candies which was nice. TLDR: Delicious, fresh high end Greek food with a unique twist. Would definitely recommend to anyone. Parking is tough so maybe uber if you can.

Rashauna H.

Two words: grilled octopus It was the highlight. There is nothing better then a tender grilled octopus and Our mom Eugenia has one of the best I've had in VA. I had that accompanied by the spicy feta dip, grilled halloumi and feta psiti. I have now been a couple of times so I tasted the broccoli soup (which I believe was seasonal) and the garides saganaki with ouzo. If I am being honest, I have yet to have a bad meal. The servers are all so personable. Feels like the friend who gives you the truth when we ask about suggestions. This is easily one of my favorite spots in the Mosaic district. Yum!

Grilled Octopus and Fava dip
Monica W.

Attended an event hosted by Eyia Retreats and had a great time conversing with Katrina, owner, and Theodora, wonderful artist. The wait staff was attentive and accommodating. I normally do curb-side so coming into the restaurant was a very pleasant experience, clean design, ceramic tile, and tastefully decorated. The small bites they served were very tasty, especially the spanakopitas, flaky, stuffed and flavorful.

Watermelon feta salad - summer special menu
Ineke S.

I have often wondered why this place is always bustling - now I know. The food is absolutely delicious, fresh, and beautifully presented. We will be back! Our server was attentive and helpful, but not overbearing. We sat on the outside patio and enjoyed people watching and doggo ogling. I had one of the summer specials - the watermelon salad with sesame encrusted feta. It was scrumptious - I could eat that every day! I wasn't starving so I had another appetizer as my dinner - the steak skewers with lemon potatoes. Delicious and exactly the right portion. My son had the mixed grill and devoured every last bite. To finish we had the loukoumades with Nutella - definitely plan to share this as the serving is very generous and sooooo good.

I had the watermelon, sesame coated feta and honey with arugula salad. It was delicious. We both had the branzino filets with vegetables. We shared a bottle of Assyrtiko from Art.Karamolegos winery Santorini. It was excellent. Our waiter was the friendliest, most efficient server in my memory. They lose a star for the noise level, but they were packed and handled it well. My only complaint was the main coming out too soon, but since my partner wasn't eating any of the salad, it worked out fine.

Boneless Half Chicken
Kay

We had a fantastic meal at Our Mom Eugenia! The food was flavorful, portions were generous, and the atmosphere had a fun, lively Greek vibe--white and blue decor that made it feel like a little escape to the Mediterranean. We started with the watermelon feta salad, which was a perfect mix of sweet and salty--super refreshing. The fried zucchini was another great starter: crisp, well-seasoned, and perfect for sharing. For mains, the chicken dish stood out--juicy, well-seasoned, and served with hearty portions of potatoes and green beans. Definitely a great choice if you're hungry or want leftovers. The chicken kebabs were also tasty, and a better option if you're looking for something a bit lighter. They had a seafood salad special the day we went, and it was excellent--packed with squid, octopus, and shrimp, all tossed in a bright lemon vinaigrette. Refreshing and not heavy at all. It gets a bit loud so warning for those more sensitive to that but it's a lively, welcoming vibe. Service was attentive, no problems there!

Meatballs appetizer
Vlada L.

This was probably the 5th time in this restaurant if not more than that. The food is stably tasty although some items are overpriced while others are completely normal. The Greek salad is always a hit. The staff friendliness depends on a day and time. In this last visit, while the waiter was friendly, he forgot (or didn't bother) to bring the complimentary bread. When I already got the food and the bread was still not coming, I asked if I could have it, the waiter responded that the kitchen is already closed and therefore they can't give me the bread (that they didn't give me while it was open). While this is a minor thing, the small things make together the "big" picture.

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Does this restaurant have cocktails, or just wine and beer?

They have a cocktails menu as well, but unfortunately, I can't speak to the taste. Enjoy!

Does this place have happy hour?

No they don't

Is it reservation only?

We’re a small restaurant so we recommend reservations, especially on weekends. Google gives you a good idea of the days and times of the week we are busy. There is additional outdoor seating across the street for walk-in or call-ahead guests during… 

Is this place kid friendly?

Not really

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