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    Pappoule's

    4.2 (463 reviews)
    ModerateGreek
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    PAPPOULE'S ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Freshly made Red Pepper Hummus
    Debra C.

    Its been a while since we've eaten at this establishment due to all the construction at Foothills Mall,but were craving Grrek food in our neighborhood, so we ventured out. The restaurant has been expanded and updated with more seating options and decor. The staff was friendly, welcoming, and the service was on point. The food, in a word delicious!

    Gyro plate
    Lauren S.

    We went here for the first time for lunch. The place was busy but there's lots of tables and they have the whole system down. We ordered at the counter and sat down at a table, our food came out quickly. We enjoyed the gyro, spanakopita, Greek salad, and spicy hummus. Everything was pretty good, but not the most flavorful. I found the spinach pie to be a little dry and under-seasoned, but the Greek salad was great. I would return if in the area but there are other restaurants I would likely select if in the mood for Greek!

    Pappoule's Famous Gyros Sandwich
    Rey F.

    Hands down the best gyros I've had in Tucson. Each time I visit, the restaurant is comfortably busy. The restaurant also has a nice bar and lots of seating. I'd recommend to anyone craving great Greek food. It's a consistently great experience every time.

    Cinnamon pita
    Kim L.

    I stopped in with a co-worker who wanted to grab a pita for lunch, I had already eaten lunch, so I just grabbed the cinnamon pita. It was crunchy and had juicy cinnamon sauce drizzled over it. It was delicious, and I had no problem eating all of it! My co- worker loved her veggie packed pita too. Lots of delicious meat and veggies! Staff was friendly and also brought us some lemon water!

    Gyro Platter
    Karl S.

    Our errands found us across the street and we were thinking about getting something to eat. Looking for close, tasty and healthy. Papppyle's fit the bill. We took advantage of their daily specials. A chicken gyro for my dining partner and BH. Big chunks of tasty chicken. I got the lentil and sausage soup special and the Greek salad and gyro special. Generous portions and very tasty. You order at the counter and the food is brought to your table. The dining space is casual open and airy with an open kitchen. There's a bar off to the side of the counter with beer, wine and speciality cocktails. If you're looking for a romantic, intimate Greek food experience, there are other suitable places. If you want great tasting Greek food at a decent price in a pleasant setting, eat at Pappoule's. They do takeout too!

    Richard F.

    "LACKS FLAVOR!" To be honest, I wanted to like this place that was very excited because of the good reviews. I ordered the jalapeño hummus and the jalapeño hummus was very bland. I could only taste the chickpeas and jalapeño. I cannot taste any tahini or garlic or lemon or salt. So much so that I had to add some lemon and salt myself just to make it enjoyable. My euro was lackluster. The meat was dry and flavorless at best. The toppings were just very poorly constructed together. It wasn't constructed in a good cohesive way. The only thing I would be back for is their portobello mushroom that was really tasty and delicious. Overall I would not come back unless it was for the portobello mushroom alone. That portobello mushroom carries his whole restaurant.! The salad dressing is pretty good as well ! Taziki Was 7 out of 10. Clean restrooms and good dining experience. Dessert is Just like bread pudding, not impressed 5/10.

    Greek fries pretty good flavor
    Jim S.

    My friend said this was a pretty good place. Have not had too much luck at Greek restaurants. I was not really hungry so I ordered a couple of starters, wings and greek fries, yeah I know wings are not necessarily Greek but just wanted to see their take on it. The wings came with a tzatziki sauce which was ok but the wings were dry with little seasoning. I did not taste any of the marinade as described on the menu. The fries had feta cheese and Greek herbs (saw them could not taste them). I did enjoy the cheese. My friend got a gyro and I tasted that and the pita bread. The bread was good as I expected and the meat was ok. I like lamb but never really got into whatever they mix it with. Overall I guess I am not a Greek food lover. It was ok but the wings are really the reason for the lower score. They did not measure up. It is fast food (order at the register and they bring it to you, get your own drink, etc).

    Gyros platter
    Cliff K.

    restaurant (1986) that focuses on food that people enjoy. They serve They serve a great salad's ahead one.It was very fresh and the also serve slovaki, chicken, grilled lamb chops, gyros and other types of greek food that you would expect. This is the newest of three locl restaurants the family operates with a contemporary flare. They serve beer and wine at this location and have a large well anointed dining area. I have been twice. There bathrooms were clean and they also have a nice seating area indoors and out door patio area.The service was fast and efficient. It's also about expectations, everyone is under staffed, so I always appreciate the service staff who are working. The parking is easy and plentiful. I'm sure the place can be very busy and parking might be a hassle. That just means it's good. I went twice for a late lunch and it wasn't that crowded but I'm sure during regular times it would be. I had gyros platter one time and chicken solvaki the other time.

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    6 months ago

    Very casual counter service restaurant with excellent Greek food! Good selection of beer and wine too.

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    10 months ago

    Food is dry and not good quality. Their food from fries to steak and gyros are all low quality.

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    9 months ago

    Chris was very rude and unhelpful. Food was okay not much flavor but healthy. Took almost an hour for the food as well

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    11 months ago

    I ordered a Caesar Salad, and the dressing was more of an Italian Vinaigrette. This was disappointing, but the pita bread was good.

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    Amazing authentic Greek food and hospitable staff. Our fave go to spot and so happy to have found it!

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