For years I've heard my sister rave about her absolute favorite restaurant and in Columbia. And…read moreafter years of never being able to catch the Mediterranean Tea Room during its open hours the day finally came to see if the hype was worth it. And update: it totally was. We came in a bit later in their dinner service and had no issue being sat and were even able to park in their small adjoined parking lot rather than hunting for street parking. I went with the grilled chicken kebabplate and subbed the Greek Salad for a small side of pita and hummus instead. I also wanted to try the kofta so was able to order one piece à la carte to try. It didn't take long for the generously portioned meal to come out....and it also didn't take long for my plate to be scraped clean. Everything was fresh, tasted excellence and seasoned to perfection. I preferred the chicken to the kofta but was glad I tried both. Pro tip - make sure to ask for a side of the yummy salad dressing to mix into your rice to really lake the flavor over the board with the chicken! Between the great food and service I see what the hype is a about for this little Columbia long-time staple.

Wow, this is my new favorite Mediterranean spot! Went on a Friday night, and the parking lot was…read morepacked, so had to find street parking. There was a slight wait, but everyone was very friendly. Started with the baba ganoush and tried the kofta medallion entree. Absolutely loved everything. Tasted fresh made. Kofta was super juicy and had a nice chargrilled scent. The yellow rice sopped up the seasoned meat juices. Salad was crisp and plenty. Best part was how affordable everything was! Bang for your buck! Definitely a hidden gem.

Everything about this place is amazing! The food, the cooks, the service, the management...shall I…read morego on? I eat here at least 4 times a month. I have never had a bad experience. The Salmon with basmati rice and the Mediterranean salad is the BEST meal you can treat yourself. I like my salmon well done, but the cooks are the best, they can prepare it like YOU like it! The tea is always sweet, but not too sweet. The servers are always on point and the place is neat and clean. I ate there yesterday and my Salmon was cooked perfectly. I have also had the Kypelos with quinoa and cooked veggies...so good and so healthy. If you eat here once, you will be hooked.

All week I had been planning to fly over to Taziki and order the Greek Salad with a Salmon on the…read moreside. Today was that day. Of course my hubby had to place an order as well! The Greek salad was so good! The onions, olives, cucumbers and all the great ingredients tasted so wonderful with the grilled salmon. All I can say is, I am ready for more! My hubby ordered the Turkish Meatballs with Basmati Rice. By the looks of it no crumbs to be found anywhere, which means he loved it:) Great meal, awesome customer service and clean establishment means repeated customers right here! We will be back for more soon.

My family just started using Ariana's every week for the last 6 weeks. The food, service, ambience,…read moreand the prices are consistently excellent. It's our new "go to" place for Greek food!

NOT a genuine Greek restaurant - seems like a front for something else. Only about 10 tables. No…read morebread came with the entrées, nor salad. The spanakopita was not real spanakopita. It was horrible. The potatoes were three chunks on the plate as a full serving. Ordered the salads extra and they were very small. There were two specials listed on the board and neither one had a price posted. The price was $24. This was lunch. Out of four people, only one enjoyed their food. Keep going. Looks like there's a genuine, good, busy well rated Greek restaurant down the street

Popular downtown lunch spot for many professionals. Serving up fresh Greek and Italian dishes…read more Friendly staff who make you feel welcomed immediately upon arrival. Portions were generous and food was prepared quickly. The pasta was well sauced, next time I think I will add shrimp. The Spanakopita was tasty but a bit heavier on cheese than I prefer. Casual environment with ample indoor seating.

My husband and I have eaten here a few times and have always enjoyed the food and relaxing…read moreatmosphere. I am really sold on their fries. We went this past week and I was going to try something different but couldn't resist getting souvlaki again. I think the ac was not working well that day as it was a bit warm inside. But the food was good and quickly served. It seems to be packed every time we go but by the time we had ordered, a table was available.

I am extremely disappointed with the service and hospitality our group received at this restaurant…read more This past weekend, we reserved a private dinner for approximately 31 adults to celebrate a 50th birthday. Upon arrival, the restaurant itself appeared beautiful, and our group was seated in a private dining room with water already placed on the tables. Unfortunately, the level of service that followed did not match the atmosphere or the upscale prices we paid. Our entire party appeared to have only one server, whom I later learned was named Sarah. She did not introduce herself, welcome the group, explain how dinner service would work, or tell us what was being served. We were divided among four tables, which already made communicating our needs more difficult. A fifth table was designated as the "food table," where we were expected to serve ourselves both appetizers and entrées. I have attended many group dinners and celebrations, and I have never experienced this type of setup at a restaurant presenting itself as an upscale establishment. The process felt disorganized and lacked the level of hospitality we expected. If guests are paying upscale prices, the service should reflect an upscale dining experience. One of the most concerning moments occurred when it was time to serve the birthday cake. As our dinner plates were being cleared, we expected to receive clean forks for dessert. Instead, Sarah told us that the restaurant was "short on forks" because she believed people were stealing them, and we were told to keep our dinner forks to use for cake. This explanation was both surprising and inappropriate. I later encountered the chef and asked him directly about the restaurant being short on forks. He appeared genuinely confused, told me there was no shortage that he was aware of, and immediately asked whether we needed clean forks. After I explained what we had been told, he brought our group clean forks. That interaction was especially troubling because it left me questioning why our server gave us an explanation that the chef himself did not recognize as true. As a group of predominantly Black guests, the inconsistency in what we were told and the overall way our party was treated unfortunately left some of us wondering whether we were being treated differently because of our race. I do not make that statement lightly, but the experience made the concern difficult to ignore. As for the food itself, it was okay overall, although several items were a bit too salty for our taste. There were also significant issues with the amount of food provided. We initially ordered based on the quantity recommended for our group size when making the reservation, yet we ran out of food during dinner. We then had to wait nearly an hour for additional food to be prepared. After that lengthy wait, we were ultimately unable to take the remaining food with us, despite the amount of money our group had paid. For what we spent on this celebration, the quality of service simply did not justify the cost. This was an important 50th birthday gathering, and several members of our party were veterans. It was disappointing to see our guests receive this level of service during what should have been a special and memorable evening. A beautiful restaurant and upscale pricing are only part of the dining experience. Hospitality, organization, communication, professionalism, and the way guests are made to feel matter just as much. I sincerely hope management takes this feedback seriously and provides additional hospitality and professionalism training to its staff, particularly regarding large private parties. This restaurant has the potential to provide a wonderful experience, but our group unfortunately did not receive one.

Ambrosia was the perfect place for a birthday dinner!…read more Upon arrival we were greeted and seated. Reservations were made on resy. The restaurant is absolutely beautiful with amazing service to match. For appetizer, we enjoyed the calamari. The bread was served with a delicious balsamic vinegar and oil. Our entrees included lamb shank, roasted Greek potatoes, vegetables medley and shrimp and scallops pasta! Highly recommended if you enjoy Greek cuisine

Do not eat here very disgusting very very, very dirty. The cook in the back was smoking a cigarette…read morewhile cooking my food and the cashier was scratching her vagina while sitting down watching her phone thinking nobody can see her Very disgusting people food was garbage.

They got the orders wrong, the food felt undercooked, and the tv playing loudly while trying to…read morehear the cashier was annoying, overall the ambiance wasn't great.

We ordered gyros, she did a excellent job. They were juicy the whole way through. Definitely…read more going to be a repeat customer. Thank you for taking the time, you took me not only to Pittsburgh Pa. But all the way to Greece. Thanks

From the owner: Authentic Greek cuisine, home made from farm fresh and organic ingredients and delivered to your…read morehome or office for breakfast, lunch, dinner or special events. Dishes are made using extra virgin olive oil, herbs and feta imported from Greece and due to the wide range of Greek cuisine with a rich tradition in vegetable and legume dishes, menus can be tailored to any dietary needs or restrictions. Ambrosia offers not only popular Greek dishes, cooked as they do in Greece, using fresh herbs, spices and produce, such as: spanakopita, moussaka, Pastitsio, Lemon roasted chicken, tzatziki and home made pita bread, souvlaki, stuffed vegetables, dolmas, baklava, etc. but also lesser known regional cuisine, including a variety of vegetarian dishes, home made phyllo or pizza creations, appetizers and various Greek and Southern pastries and desserts. Ambrosia is also available for cooking classes or demonstrations on subjects such as: legume dishes and preparation, making phyllo and vegetable p

Incredible. I've…read morebeen looking for a good Greek spot since moving to Columbia, and baby I've FOUND it. Every person working there, top down, was super nice and accommodating. The food was incredible (literally some of the best pita, Greek potatoes and Souvlaki I've had in forever). It feels very family-owned, family-oriented, and.. well, Greek. lol fr though, this is how I felt when eating at my Greek friends houses growing up. I will definitely be back. Shout out to the server with the accent (it sounded Aussie or Kiwi, but i could just be lying) for attention to detail and service. Thanks Grecian Gardens!

I have eaten here for over 20 years. I even worked here a little bit in high school and college…read more They have an amazing white pizza. I absolutely love the house salad. My kids love the shrimp meal. Their bread is absolutely amazing. They can accommodate small or large parties. We had a couple of huge family dinners here. The service was great considering we were a large party and they were pretty busy in the dining area as well. I love how the bar is in completely different side of the dining area. A definite must try if you haven't.

I'm delighted to have this diner right in my neighborhood. We eat there 3 to 4 times a week and…read morehave never been disappointed. The business is classified as Mediterranean but is actually an American Diner, serving breakfast and lunch. The decor is very plain, but we don't go there for the ambiance. We go for good food, fast service, and fair priced. One tip... if you love carrot cake, George's has the best that I've had in this area. Good job, Peter!

Local as local gets. Some of the best fried chicken I've had in a while. Don't expect much for…read moredecor but the food was delicious - even with mashed potatoes out of a box. My friend also liked the heaping plate of shrimp and grits.