Chris Taverna is a family-owned Greek & Mediterranean restaurant in South Florida that has been in…read moreoperation since 2004. It was founded by owner Christos "Chris" Charoudis, the restaurant's menu is largely inspired by traditional family recipes. Chris's mother, Eleni, personally quality-controlled the dishes to ensure authenticity. This is the original restaurant, at the corner of Lantana Rd. & Jog, a second is on Congress, They have expanded & during covid outdoor dining in the parking lot was created. There is a free parking in front along with a steady stream of pick up traffic. The menu offers extensive Greek dishes with servers being very quick & efficient. Portions at Chris' Taverna are enormous. One plate is enough for more than enough for 2 of us to share. The restaurant is casual, reservations are not accepted, it's first come & first serve. Tonight six of us met here for dinner. We arrived before 6:00 and waited only a few minutes for a table. When we left there was a line outside. When we were seated we were given water & a garlic spread with warm fresh pita. We all shared babaganosh & generous delicious dips. My husband & I shared a gyro salad with lots of grilled lamb, more than enough for us both. Others enjoyed greek chicken salad, shrimp with pasta, and spanakopita. Everyone brought leftovers home, enough for a few meals. Happily we weren't rushed.

We ordered take out from the Lantana location of Chris' Taverna for a pool day lunch, and it was…read morethe best decision . Totally hit the spot. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and super satisfying without feeling too heavy. First of all, the portions were HUGE. There was so much food. It was perfect to order a couple dishes to share between us. But the real star of the show was the tzatziki. Phenomenal. I genuinely wanted to eat it with a spoon. Creamy, garlicky, perfectly balanced 10/10. The salad was just what I wanted after sitting in the sun all morning. Crisp, refreshing , and not an afterthought like it can be at some places. Every bite felt fresh and well-seasoned. To be honest, I did use the tzatziki and salad dressing instead of the provided salad dressing. And the gyro wrap with garlic fries? Easily one of the best gyros I've had in a while. The meat was flavorful and tender, the wrap was perfectly put together, and those garlic fries were the ideal salty, crispy side. This spot is definitely getting added to the pool day lunch rotation.

It's all Greek restaurant is by far The best Greek dining experience I've ever had in Florida. The…read morefood is so fresh. Their portions are generous, and the staff are lovely. I grew up in Melbourne Australia, and have been to more Greek restaurants than I can count, it's my favorite cuisine so I know when something is authentic and made with Love and this restaurant was exactly that it's just such a yummy easy go to spot the dining in or pick up.

This is a very casual restaurant in the Publix shopping center on the south side of the street. It…read morewas quite busy when we stopped by for lunch. They have some small two top tables inside and a couple high tops outside. They had a board with lunch specials on it. But we wound up ordering from their regular menu. I got the moussaka and he got pasticchio. Both dishes came with a very generously sized Greek salad and warm pita wedges to start. The salads had tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, onions, pepperoncinis, and romaine lettuce topped with feta cheese and dressing. There was also a small rice stuffed grape leaf -- cut in half. The salad could have been a meal in itself. The moussaka was layered egg plant and potatoes with a ground beef filling topped with cinnamon béchamel sauce. The pasticchio is the Greek version of lasagna but with elbow macaroni. Both portions were quite filling. I ate my dish and he brought half of his home. He was saving room for dessert. For dessert, he had galaktoboureko which is a custard filled pastry topped with simple syrup. He said it was good, but it would have been better if warmed. Or at least if the syrup was warm. We had very good service. If you like Greek food and are in the area, this is a good place to try. Large portions at reasonable prices.

Very reasonable prices. I have been here multiple times when I'm in the area. We had our food…read moredelivered and were charged a small fee. The menu states the Gyro is famous and I would agree. When we received our order, everything was packaged nicely and for 20 people, it was unbelievably correct! I'll be back in a couple of months to have a sit down meal because I noticed after the fact that they serve cod. It comes in a sandwich, but I would order it as Fish and Chips. It comes with tartar sauce. I don't see malt vinegar so I would need to remember to bring it with me.

The lamb here is absolutely amazing. I get it well done and it's still very flavorful. They give…read moreyou a big side of tzatziki and a second smaller one so it's more than enough. The lemon potatoes are really good. The peanut butter is also very good highly recommend. And the service is always exceptional. Everyone here is so nice and accommodating. I also get their salads here often and they're always good. I will say they changed their feta cheese that I don't like because it comes as a block and not crumble on top. That's the only thing that I don't like.

Food and service is great as usual. Dimitris is very accommodating and made sure the food was fresh…read moreand ready in a speedy manner. Will come back again Thanks

It's always a great atmosphere here. The food is delicious and the employees are wonderful…read moreespecially Dimitri really happy to have this place so close to home

First time here and had to drive about 12 miles to come here! We wish they had one closer to us in…read moreWellington. The falafel bowl was terrific and the meatball bowl as well. Glad we took the drive to come here.

Discovered this gem while searching Yelp for healthy lunch options nearby -- and what a find! I…read morestopped in today and already know I'll be back soon! The space was clean with plenty of seating, and the staff was warm and welcoming from the moment I walked in. They gave me time to browse the menu without any rush, and were ready to take my order the moment I decided. I went with the Falafel and Eggplant Pita Wrap, ordered exactly as it comes -- five crispy handmade falafels, roasted eggplant, hummus, tomato and cucumber salad, purple cabbage slaw, white onions, tomatoes, pickles, and lemon tahini sauce. What I loved about the presentation was how they sliced the pita and stuffed the toppings inside the pocket, then placed the eggplant and falafel on the outside before wrapping everything up tightly. It made for a much easier, cleaner eat -- no toppings tumbling out with every bite! My first bite was amazing. The fresh flavors really shined, the falafels were perfectly crispy, and the eggplant had that deep, savory roasted flavor. Every topping complemented the others beautifully, and I walked away completely satisfied. I am so happy I found this fast and healthy option close by! I also grabbed a baklava and a mango sparkling probiotic drink -- both delicious. Beyond the food, they have soft drinks, tea, and lemonade, plus a sauce bar with vinegar and oil if you want to customize your meal even further. Overall, an excellent experience from start to finish. I can't wait to come back and try their other menu options!

Looking for a great lunch or Mediterranean dining? This is the place!…read moreYou can order food in the market and eat in the hookah bar or now dine inside the market. We decided to eat inside the market and as we sat at our table, we had a lovely conversation with a gentleman next to us and got his favorite recommendations. We decided to follow his lead and ordered a Combination plate and a pot of Chai. Or combination plate was large enough to share. On a bed of fluffy basmati rice was a skewer of beef, chicken and lamb. Salad and dressing also on the plate. D E L I C I O U S ! Also I have to say, (after living in Turkey when first introduced to chai), this was the BEST Chai I've ever enjoyed! The tea had fresh mint, dried mint and sage, all giving layers of fragrance and enjoyable flavor! They also had Kunafa ... an all time favorite dessert! Service and helpful proprietor all made this a wonderful lunch stop!

It was cool out for Florida and I immediately thought of Moroccan chai/hot tea. We'd been to the…read moremarket here many years back, but had never eaten at the restaurant. A perfect day to try it. We first went into the hookah bar on one side of the market , but it was a bit too smokey for me. So we went into the market through which on the left there is a room with tables and chairs for the restaurant to dine in. We had a lovely conversation with a gentleman who was just finishing his lunch. He told us he comes here everyday. After describing his favorite meal choice, that's what we decided to order. We ordered first a medium pot of chai/tea. The owner, Assad (sp?), told us later when we asked that they add mint, dried mint, and sage to the pot. The tea was so aromatic and warming. We each had several glass cups -- with added sugar. To share, we had their mixed grill. There were 3 skewers -- one chicken, one beef, and one kofta kebab (ground meat). The meats were served over rice with a bit of salad on the side. Small containers of salad dressing and tehina were on the plate, too. I added some sumac (my favorite lemony spice) to everything. The food was very good and we left not a crumb. We were surprised to learn that the gentleman we'd previously chatted with paid for our dessert before he left! We got kunefah (kenefe/knaffe) -- my husband's favorite. It was nice and cheesy in the middle. And then as we were leaving, the owner gifted us a traditional special Ramadan "sweet" pastry. We were too full to try it there, so we brought it home for later. He said it has walnuts inside. We look forward to returning here for more middle eastern delights. It's casual, low key, cooked to order, and welcoming.

Walking along the beach front my wife wanted to look at some clothing at a store next to this pizza…read moreplace. I seen they have pizza by the slice and I always love to try pizza. They had 8-10 different pizzas available to try. I ordered a Brooklyn slice (lots of meat, mushrooms, peppers and onions) and a chicken BBQ slice. They put in the oven for 3 or so minutes and served it to me. Also they have a small area to add parmesan cheese, crushed red pepper and other spices. Grabbed some napkins and went out to a table along the roadway to view the ocean and people walking by. I'll tell ya this was a great tasting pizza! Thin and crispy and full of flavor. The Brooklyn was great and was like a pizza i knew i would love. The BBQ was sweet and smoky flavor. I loved that pizza and when I go back hopefully next year or the following year I can guarantee you I will stop back in. That area is so nice as you can enjoy your food oceanside. The menu has a lot of options and not just pizza.

GREAT PLACE, GREAT PIZZA, GREAT PEOPLE This is a great…read moreplace. The pizza is excellent and the people running it are awesome... friendly and accommodating... they care about their customers and have a great attitude. I went the day before their pizza was voted the Best in Palm Beach County for 2025. In that regard, it's worthy of the award. Was impressed with my first visit here... started with a super fresh salad, excellent. Loved my slice of "The Trio"... Fresh Mozzarella, Pesto, Vodka Sauce while I waited for my pie. Pizza was great but would love this pie with a thinner crust... then has the potential to be one of the best pies anywhere. When I spoke to the pizza maker, he understood, and said his customers like it like this, but next time I order a pie, ask for a thinner crust and they will make it that way. That is impressive... and exciting! Be back for that soon, and report on it. VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

From the moment the valet greeted us I knew that this would be a great dining experience…read more As we entered the beautiful unique outdoor space, I thought that I was back in SoCal as the vibe was awesome. Seated immediately for our reservation, our waiter promptly greeted us & took Beverage requests. Started with a Hendricks Martini ($21) and bottle of sparkling water (unfortunately it's was domestic Mountain Valley & not Pellegrino) and surprisingly priced at $12. As we waited for drinks, we perused the menu. What caught my eye was the many great salads & different from the norm entrees. I started with the Leek Soup ($18) which was outstanding. Flavorful & Vibrant. Next we tried the Green Salad, ($23) perfectly named as it had many kinds of lettuce only. It was incredibly Fresh & served with a light vinaigrette. A large portion. I loved it. Others ordered the Beets & Goat cheese salad ($25) which was delicious as well. Our entrees were: A whole Branzino ($49 and plenty for 2 to share) which was beautifully roasted and served filleted with tail on. A large portion of perfectly sliced & cooked lamb chops ($52) Really good. We also had a side of local roasted baby carrots ($19) with greens still on. Pricey, but maybe the best tasting carrots I've ever had. We finished with one dessert recommendation from our waiter. Sticky Toffee pudding ($16) which was a soft moist tasty Bundt cake with a too small scoop of homemade pistachio ice cream. Good but not up to the standard of the other items we had this evening. Service: we had a perfect experience from our waiter & waitstaff. Incredibly professional and around when needed. Overall the food is really good and justifies the higher prices which in South Florida isn't usually the case. Upon leaving I told the owner/GM that this was the best restaurant I have eaten in 2026! Don't wait until you hear about it getting a Michelin star and go now. You heard it from this Foodie. Just know that on Saturdays the well healed crowd is lively & the noise level is spirited.

The night started off weird as we had an issue with.the valet, but the manager quick responded to…read moreaddress it, assuring us it should not and would not happen again. We chose to sit inside as our friends suggested the main outdoor area can get very loud, making conversation difficult. Service was spotty, I had to ask for a glass of ice 3 times and he disappeared towards the end of the meal, as he got busy attending tables outside. It is a small menu with limited options. We started with the mussels and Mediterranean dip. It was very nice but served with a cold whole pita which everyone needs to touch and tear apart. I ordered the steak and frites ( substituting a salad over frites) which was cooked and seasoned perfectly. Hubs and another had the flat iron chicken which was very moist, but charred which is not only carcinogenic but bitter in taste which I did not enjoy and would not have eaten. Our friend had the lamb chops which she ordered medium but they came rare but tasted good. We ordered the soufflé and affogato for dessert. The young lady drops off the small dish of vanilla ice cream with the soufflé but no espresso. The soufflé was cold and undercooked. It took awhile for our server to return, and he brought out the espresso which might have sat outside the whole time as it wasn't even hot...our waiter never returned, so we still ate it but it wasn't as good.. A few notes which took away from our experience was the service, cold/undercooked dishes, and the chicken entree lacking as they serve fries but no veggies unless you order carrots or cauliflower at $20? They also charged $12 for water. Not the best experience.