I came here a bit ago and have been thinking of it ever since as I am not from New York. I was here on a bachelorette trip and this was the last restaurant we stopped at. I'm so glad we did. It was wonderful. Some of the best greek food i've ever had. The service was lovely. Thank you to Daniel. My friends and I ordered a bunch of stuff on the menu and it was absolutely wonderful. There is also very delicious complementary dessert. It is a small restaurant so it's very tight. Everyone is kind of crushed together. The food is a bit on the expensive side but absolutely worth it. I can't wait to come back one day. Amazing experience with wonderful food and service! read more

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Food 4.0/5.0 Service 3.5/5.0 Value 3.0/5.0 Decor 3.5/5.0 Overall 4.0/5.0 Good taverna, couldn't sit outside given I stopped by on a very hot day but it would certainly be nice in the mid-fall. Food was decent. They are very busy, the servers are worked pretty hard. Some of the servers were very good at handling the mass of activity, noticing issues, and fixing them... and for that they should be appreciated. It's a bit of a trek for me so not sure if I'd come often... but it certainly deserves its reputation as a staple in Astoria. read more

The fresh fish was the only thing that felt worth it. Everything else was pretty disappointing. To start, we waited over two hours to get a table and over 15 min for our food. The fried anchovies arrived absolutely drenched in oil, it honestly seemed like it hadn't been properly drained or allowed to sit to let the excess oil run off. The side of potatoes we got was the same story. Drenched in oil. The GRILLED (not fried) fish was even more disappointing. It came sitting in literally A PUDDLE of oil, which completely took away from what should have been a fresh, relatively light fish meal. There were quite a few bones also on the fish. On top of that, our waiter disappeared without notice, and when we were finally ready to pay, we had to wait a long time just to get the check and settle the bill. The fish itself was fresh, but unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify the price or the wait. After waiting over two hours, I expected much better. read more

TAVERNA: Founded in 1996, this Restaurant is celebrated for its pristine Seafood, standing out as one of the metro area's premier Dining destinations regardless of Cuisine. However, this Restaurant has become a bit EXPENSIVE recently. You're better off walking down a few blocks to HAMIDO to grab Seafood at a much better price. CAUTION. read more

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I've been to both locations now and have never had a bad meal here. Everything is always super delicious. This time we had the salmon, calamari, scallops, and lamb chops. They also have delicious wine and there own taverna beer on draft. read more

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One star. Absolutely disgusting service and unacceptable behavior. The older Albanian waitress from Saranda seriously needs to learn some basic manners and professionalism before serving customers. From the moment I walked in, her attitude toward me was rude and unpleasant. The facial expressions, the way she looked at me, and her overall demeanor made it obvious that she had an attitude. She even spilled water all over our table while pouring it into a glass. Yet somehow, when it came to my husband, she suddenly knew how to be extremely sweet and welcoming. The most disrespectful part? She waited until I went to the restroom to approach my husband and start asking him personal questions about where he was from. Apparently, finding out they were both Albanian made her comfortable enough to address him as "zemër" (sweetheart). Funny how someone can barely manage basic courtesy toward the wife but suddenly become the sweetest person in the room when speaking to her husband. We spent $200 on dinner, not to witness this embarrassing lack of professionalism. I have absolutely no problem with friendly service, but the difference in how she treated me versus my husband was insulting. Management should be ashamed that a customer can walk into their establishment and be treated this way. I strongly encourage management to investigate this employee's behavior and take appropriate disciplinary action. Nobody should have to tolerate disrespectful service while paying to enjoy a nice evening. Completely ruined our experience. Unprofessional, uncomfortable, and absolutely unacceptable. Never again. read more

I came on a Saturday night and it was BUSY! We were only a party of 2, and luckily there was a seating available at the bar with full menu service. If we wanted to get a table in the main dining room, the wait was estimated to be over 2 hours (we went around 8pm), so I highly recommend making a reservation if you plan to go. The staff were very quick with service and very friendly. We were offered toasty bread with some lemon and an olive spread while we waited for our food (which also came out super quick!). We ordered the octopus and lamb chops. The octopus was incredibly tender, the meat was very soft - I personally would've preferred a little more bite to it, but it still tasted good. The lamb chops were flavorful. The medium here is on par with medium rare at most other places, and one of our pieces was borderline rare. At the end of the meal we were also offered complementary desert, which was a pleasant surprise. We enjoyed our meal overall, but just know that it's a little on the pricey. The octopus and lamb chops came out to $80~ pre-tax and tip. Would recommend if you're a fan of seafood! read more

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I went during the week and was able to get a table with no wait but it was fairly packed. The service wasn't anything special I feel like I got the bare minimum. The food was ok but it was definitely lacking seasoning. I lived in the area for years and didnt know about this place but finally saw them online and decided to go. I definitely didnt have the extraordinary experience everyone else had. The seafood combo was a good price and they give you a free dessert at the end but I don't see myself returning. The seats are very tight together its awkward and hard to go to the bathroom or move around. The calamari while a big portion I really had to use the marinara because it wasnt seasoned and I dont usually like marinara. Not having prices on the menu for the drinks is also crazy. read more

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Not the first time at this location, but it's been awhile. Been coming here since they were at the other location, and enjoy this setup a bit more. Celebrating a birthday and went here upon request...Let's start with: THE WAIT: always long, haven't figured out when to come and be able to just walk in.. I'm flexible let me know when it can happen!!! An hour on a weeknight is painful for a place that doesn't take reservations. PRICING :on the upper end of reasonable. $29.95 for 5 shrimp (and they weren't too big) with a side of Swiss chard is a bit pricy for quantity, despite the grilled flavor well infused and delicious, still feels a bit hefty. Vegetables and salad are extra (small Greek salad 15$) unless you pass on the carbs and select the Swiss chard. But then ...there's no carbs and no fun!! Portion sizes: inconsistent : personally the portions I can eat are very small, so when I can almost finish my meal... others might need more. 5 shrimp, on the smaller end for an entree, it's usually at least six when so small, butterflied to appear larger, I wasn't fooled. Whilst the salad portions are huge! Even a small can easily be shared by 3 people (as a side, that is). The grilled octopus portion was appropriate and definitely their standout item. Restaurant spacing -There is none.. you will be sitting on top of other people with maybe 10" between tables if you're lucky. Didn't think I cared much until the table next to us turned over and the new arriving party almost had the straps of his backpack in my son's lemon potatoes... thankfully I have a quick hand and was able to intercept.. but you get the point. Food quality: Amazingly fresh, every type of fish we've had here has been delicately prepared and only intermittently a little heavily salted... but that depends on the chefs hand... and doesn't deter from the quality and freshness. Service: always extremely friendly, handsome and attentive. From host to server to cleanup... very nice service, I never wait for anything or anyone. Def 5 star service! Overall delicious Greek seafood, and they do the best with what they have. They'll call you when the tables ready should you choose to wait in the car. Their birthday sparkler brings a little excitement to a celebratory dinner as does the complimentary Greek dessert. Their service makes up for the price and price never deters me anyway. Even the steak was delicious and prepared perfectly. If you go I highly recommend the grilled octopus and lemon potatoes and great salad ... the appetizer, side and salad that makes the meal I love! I'd love to see a calamari or octopus entree ... but for now I'll just a la carte! read more

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Ate here all by myself for dinner. I definitely missed eating Greek food lately and I decided to dine here for the first time. I definitely ate and got the pita platter that comes with different kinds of dips and pork souvlaki that it had tasted quite good and yet delicious. I couldn't agree more about it and many thanks to my server named Evan for keeping me company and welcome. Finally, I would definitely eat and come back again next time! :) read more

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Truly the best greek restaurant. Exactly like in Greece. There are always long lines and wait time. Sometimes the wait is over 3 hours! read more

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Noooo... inconsistent. Lousy service .. tasteless ...gave it too many chances . Done ...period ! Location . Bayside ! read more

We did have to wait a bit for a table but the food was good and atmosphere nice. Beautiful interior I don't think they do reservations read more

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I've only ever been to the Bayside location, so first time at Astoria location. In Astoria, seating is definitely more crowded with chairs blocking space to walk between tables and service is a bit more curt.. but what about the food? I would say food is consistent with their other location. I always like getting their grilled octopus, which is grilled perfectly until it's crispy on the outside and not too chewy. I was a little shocked at the price of the small/medium size branzino ($80), it was good but I wouldn't say $80 good. read more

Taverna Kyclades - Seafood Near Me - Astoria, New York

We stopped by Taverna Kyclades after a yoga class and had such a great experience! We sat outside, and the vibe was super chill and comfortable perfect for winding down after a workout. We started with the Greek Traditional Salad to share, which was fresh, flavorful, and the perfect start to the meal. For our mains, we had the Salmon Steak (Solomos) and the Chicken Souvlaki, both served with lemon potatoes. Everything was delicious the salmon was perfectly cooked, the chicken was juicy, and those lemon potatoes were amazing! Everything was portioned well. The service was friendly, the food came out quickly, and the whole experience just felt easy and enjoyable. Definitely a great spot if you're craving authentic Greek food and a relaxed atmosphere. read more

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I really love Taverna. It's a staple in Astoria for a reason for freshness, quality, and authentic Greek food. The new location is lovely especially with the expanded outdoor cafe. I would say I had such a sour bartender and I would be embarrassed to serve a martini in a wine glass for the prices I paid, but I still enjoyed my time. read more

Taverna Kyclades - Oysters - Seafood Near Me - Astoria, New York

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Famous spot in Astoria with delicious food. If anything I thought the service was a little aloof but the food was fantastic. read more

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Octopus was the best 10/10 Tried going again over the weekend but went too late and they couldn't take us Gunna try to go again Adding to one of my favs in Astoria read more

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Taveryns Kyclades is very hyped and for a good reason. The service is incredible and every server ive had was attentive and sweet. The octopus and the brazino was perfectly cooked and have amazing flavor. The lamb was so perfectly cooked and the favorite dish of the night. The chicken slouvaki was a bit dry but maybe it was an off night - otherwise the flavor was superb as well. The free dessert was super sweet but I really liked it! (My BF is greek and says that's how its supposed to be LOL.) read more

Taverna Kyclades - Spread - Seafood Near Me - Astoria, New York

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Taverna Kyclades honestly exceeded my expectations! We came on a Saturday, late afternoon, and put our name down for 2 people which ended up being a 45min wait. You give them your number and they'll call you when the table is ready! My partner and I opted to get fried calamari and we could taste how fresh it was. Additionally, it was a huge portion for the price which we were very pleasantly surprised about! We also got the special which included a bunch of goodies (shrimp, scallops, lobster tail, classic, crab meat, white fish) and a side of the lemon potatoes. Everything was cooked perfectly, but we agreed the scallops were the best part. We each got a glass of white wine which paired very well with the seafood. The complimentary dessert at the end was nice too! Later in the evening we walked past again and saw that the line to get in/put your name down was much longer - so definitely try to time it appropriately! read more

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Disappointing. My husband and I were looking forward to date night at this restaurant. We ordered the octopus, dorata, and swordfish. The dorata was moist but bland. The swordfish was seasoned well but overcooked. The Swiss chard was cold and flavorless. When we told the server, they offered to bring us beets which were chopped up from a can. The one thing we enjoyed was the octopus. read more

Quick Review: Food - Exceptional Service - Above and Beyond Ambiance - taken back to Santorini Detailed Review: Transported back to Santorini for an amazing dinner. Here visiting from California and we definitely do not have a similar place in CA. Upon arrival we were seated at an outdoor table that allowed enough room for our car seat and stroller for our two grandchildren. Our waiter, Vaggeli, was welcoming and very accommodating to all our needs. We ordered several starters and a cook to order whole Red Snapper. We almost ordered an additional whole fish, but our waiter shared it may be too much food. That is something unique with our waiter and the restaurant. They genuinely treat you like family and do not try to upsell you. The food was flavorful, and refreshing. Nothing was overdressed or cooked and the restaurant should be considered for an award. Dishes we tried: Grilled Octopus - Cooked to perfection! Fried Calamari - Not greasy and lightly breaded. Stuffed Clams - Great combo with the stuffed crab. Saganaki - how can you not love cheese?! Assortment of Dips - So many great dips to enjoy with the pita bread. Village Salad - Fresh and lightly dressed Red Snapper - grilled perfectly Lemon Roasted Potatoes - great lemon flavor Rice - perfectly cooked. Everything was cooked to perfection and we loved every single dish. Our meal was finished with a complimentary dessert. Next time we are in town we will be back! Highly recommend this restaurant!! read more

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Stumbled into Taverna Kyclades with a friend one night for dinner and it was the best thing we did that day!! We got in there right before the dinner rush so we were able to get seated and have our drinks in about 10m. The vibe was very greek with the insides very white and blue and large enough to seat many of peoples. The staff was so welcoming and patient; was able to answer any and all the questions that we had, especially because it was the first time there. They brought out bread and an olive spread that was honestly so tasty. My friend and I had a hard time not eating it all before our app came out. I ordered a Sangria and it was sooo good and a good amount. For the app we had the Octopus and it was grilled/cooked perfectly. Lightly seasoned and fresh. We shared a whole snapper with rice and beets and it all had such good flavor. After your meal they bring out a piece of cake (i cant remember the name) which was so flaky, moist and sweet. I wanted more of it. I loved my experience at Taverna Kyclades and can't wait to go back. read more

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I went to this restaurant with a group of 5 people. The restaurant looks beautiful with a lot of white and blue color. However, the tables and seats were so close to each other it felt like there isn't enough room. Just be very careful when getting up to use the bathroom, so you don't knock over other people's food. We ordered a total of 7 food items for the table and we were really full. I enjoyed the crab cakes, spinach pie, red snapper, and Greek salad. The octopus was okay because it was a bit too chewy for me. My coworkers enjoyed the lamb chops. Overall, the food was good. One thing that I was a bit disappointed was that our server was expression less and did not check up on us often. Instead, he made me a bit uncomfortable by trying to rush us. There were plenty of seating so I don't know why we were rushed. read more

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Honestly as close to perfect as it gets! Fantastic food, very attentive service (constant refilling of water is the way to my heart!) & great atmosphere!!! Every single plate that we saw, both on the tables & passing by, looked like they were from a magazine photo shoot. Beautiful presentations, generous portions & everyone around us scoping out the food. We kept comparing notes with the table next to us and we were all amazed! I overate and had to stop myself because everything was so delicious! read more

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One of the better Greek restaurants in the neighborhood Astoria has several good Greek restaurants. The ambience is a comfortable neighborhood spot. The outdoor seating is pleasant, most of the tables are on the quieter side of the restaurant. The Greek Salad was refreshing and flavorful. The Crab Cakes were tasty. The meal concluded with a small portion of complementary Baklava. The service was attentive. read more

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Taverna Kyclades has been a staple for decades now. The fish, and particularly the grilled calamari is as sumptuous as it was 5, 15, 25 years ago! They've remained consistent throughout the years. So glad they're still as good as ever. read more

Really affordable, came for lunch. The dip is great for groups but could have done without. Couldn't taste the crab dip that well. The calamari was sucha great deal and large portions. Good crisp, wish we had a touch more lemon. The Branzino was the star, good portions. All for about 100. TBH prefer IBN hamido seafood read more

Taverna Kyclades - Branzino Lunch Special - Seafood Near Me - Astoria, New York

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Loved having lunch here! We were seated promptly outside, they were pretty busy for middle of the week during the day so I knew the food had to be good! My friend lives in the area and told me we had to go there. She got the grilled octopus and I got the chicken souvlaki, and we split the dips. The dips were phenomenal. The pita was warm and garlicky. The chicken was filling and served with tzatziki. I got the lemon potatoes on the side, which we soft and a signature of good Greek food. Her octopus was cooked perfectly, not too tough at all. If you're in Astoria looking for Greek food, I'd highly recommend coming here read more

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The place had a nice atmosphere, but the tables felt a bit too close together. The service was great, and the food arrived really quickly. We ordered: * Grilled swordfish with a side of rice and potatoes - The swordfish was flavorful, especially with a squeeze of lemon. The rice was perfectly cooked, and the potatoes were crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. * Salmon steak - Smooth, juicy, and packed with flavor. * Grilled octopus - The most tender octopus I've ever had, bursting with flavor while still hot. * Half dozen oysters - Fresh, but they seemed a bit smaller compared to other places. At the end of our meal they gave us a piece of dessert. I'm not sure what it is called, it tastes like Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal but better. Please let me know what it is because it was so good! read more

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The lady from the front was very rude. We understand that theres a wait. 3 hours?? And she doesn't have empathy. We are excited to dine here as reviews were 5 stars. Thank you next. read more

I've been here plenty of times. But every time I come with a different person, it becomes a different adventure. The saganaki was very salty and I've seen other Greek restaurants actually put some honey or they'll have some type of jam to sweeten it up a little bit. Some pictures missing is the branzino that I had which was delicious. The octopus was also very delicious. I chose the grilled calamari, but I think the fried version would've been a better option for us. I must say that our it took a while for our order to come, especially when the people next to us came after us. It's always busy so I get it. Sometimes it would be nice if there was a little bit more space so that I don't feel like I'm part of the next table but the food will always bring me back. Till next time! read more

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I came here for lunch and my experience was subpar. The hostess had an attitude and was not welcoming at all. The waiter tried to sell us a branzino for $250 that was supposedly for 4 people. My family member got the regular branzino that is for 1 person and it was the same size. Talk about trying to rip me off. The pork souvlaki was burnt and dry. They tried to make it more upscale by removing the other items that typically come with it, but it was not. The only good thing about the meal was the calamari. I get better greek food from a little place in LIC. read more

Taverna Kyclades - Yellow Rice - Seafood Near Me - Astoria, New York

Last visited in spring 26 Our favorite go to spot when we want grilled octopus and tasty beets. Cozy spot and mild noise, not loud. Fast and attentive service when we have sat indoors and outdoors. read more

Absolutely divine! Fresh seafood and beautiful salads. The wait can be insane but it is honestly worth it. Our favorites are the greek salad, grilled octopus and calamari. Sit outside on a sunny day if you can. read more

Taverna Kyclades - Seafood Near Me - Astoria, New York

We sat outside on such a beautiful day. The staff was quick to serve us water and complimentary bread and tapenade spread. Took our order and gave us the specials. We selected the pink snapper grilled and we didn't need them to filet or us. We started with fried calamari and grilled octopus as well as broccoli rabe with feta. We also had the Kyclafes Salad. Everything was delicious and well-prepared. The grilled octopus was very tender and deliciously grilled. It was pleasant to leisurely eat outdoors and enjoy the atmosphere. The new location is much improvement in space. read more

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Scrumptious is how I would describe Taverna Kyclades. Pretty restaurant located on a corner in Astoria reminiscent of my trip to Greece with the white and royal blue painted facade. You walk in and instantly are transported to "the Greek spot" where many locals go and you know you are in for a wonderful dining experience. Hostess was so sweet and congenial....although it was very busy we were seated immediately (no we did not have a reservation). No need to ask for anything the staff bussing the tables were spot on offering water as soon as we were seated. Toasted bread slices and kalamata spread was a nice touch as we browsed the menu. I wish I could recall our waiters name he was great and had a wonderful smile (felt like we knew him he was so warm and personable). He made sure our order was perfect and checked on us the make sure everything was to our satisfaction. The menu is extensive so trying to narrow down what to choose wasn't easy but we were ecstatic when the food was presented. Shrimp was split and grilled perfectly, the fish was flaky and flawlessly prepared and seasoned. We chose a Greek salad to accompany our meal....its the perfect pairing option to go with fish. As the side we also had Swiss chard and lemon potatoes. There's a treat at the end, free dessert...a slice each of Galaktoboureko which is a Greek custard with a hint of cinnamon. This is a much-loved phyllo dessert that was the perfect end to an outstanding meal. We loved our meal and cannot wait to go back. read more

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I finally got to visit this restaurant. I have to say it been a while I have been to a restaurant that the ambience, food , service was on point. The food was amazing. The lamb shops were delicious, our server was very welcoming and friendly. No reservations but the 50 m wait was worth it. Nice place for a date and a family and friends gathering. I will be back read more

This place is superb. The food is delicious. Whenever we go, we always get Fried Calamari, Greek Salad, and Lemon Potatoes. Sometimes we get other items but these three have become our staple dishes whenever we go to Taverna Kyclades. When we went there last time, we tried one of their mocktails. Unfortunately, I don't remember the name but it was made with ginger. It was great. People who loves the taste of ginger, will definitely like it. Moreover, the service is amazing, the outdoor seating arrangement is great, and I love the complimentary bread basket with olive paste and the delectable dessert. read more

Taverna Kyclades - Complimentary dessert - Seafood Near Me - Astoria, New York

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We had large party of 9, they don't take reservations so we were there at opening time. Everyone enjoyed their dish. The food was oh so Fresh and tasty. Our waiter.... Tony Soprano, was amazing ! He was very attentive to all of us and made the experience 10xs better. Can't wait to try more dishes read more

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