We always make it a point to stop at The Mad Greek Cafe in Baker when we're driving to Vegas. It's become a family tradition at this point! We grabbed two burgers with the zucchini fries, and they did not disappoint. I'm obsessed with their gyro burger -- so flavorful and perfectly seasoned. My husband loves the pastrami one and says it's one of the best he's had on the road. The zucchini fries are a great twist and we always end up fighting over the last few. The lady working the register was super friendly and great with us. The place wasn't packed at all during the weekday, so the ambience felt relaxed and comfortable. Bonus highlight: they have the cutest pet cats that my daughters absolutely love watching through the window. It's the easiest (and most entertaining) distraction to keep the kids happy while we wait for our food! If you're driving through Baker, do yourself a favor and stop here. Solid food, friendly service, and a fun little vibe. We'll definitely be back on our next trip! read more

Always driven by here and finally made a stop. You can't miss their billboards, along 15 freeway that advertise their famous real strawberry shake. The strawberry shake IS GOOD and they have some other shake options which I think would also be good as well. We did try the date and it was also very good. Other notable mentions are the fries/feta fries/ fried zucchini. Solid options with that dilly tzatziki sauce for dipping. The gyros however left much to be desired and prices are a little steep. Fast and friendly service as well. read more

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On my way back to Las Vegas after going to the Universal Fan Fest on Friday evening, my husband and I stopped by The Mad Greek for lunch, on a Saturday morning around 10:15 A.M. We had been on the road for a few hours and wanted to get something to eat! The last time I visited the Mad Greek was about 20 years ago, on my way to Anaheim to visit the ADP HQ. It was good back then, and the food is still great! As soon as you walk inside the restaurant, you'll notice how spacious it is. There was table seating inside the restaurant in various locations. There is now self service kiosks where you can place your order, but there was also a team member at the register taking orders too. Their menu has changed though since I last visited. There are a lot more options you can choose from such as Breakfast items: Burritos, quesadillas and more! Hamburgers/Cheeseburgers Sandwiches (Patty Melt, BLT, Grilled cheese..) Salads Milkshakes and so much more! We decided to try the following Beef & Lamb Gyro Meal Combo - Rice/Drink Chicken Souviaki - with hummus, no tomatoes and with Feta Fries/Drink. The team member provided us with a buzzer which would let us know when the meal was ready. It was beautiful weather outside, around 80, so we ended up waiting outside at a table while our meal was getting prepared! We didn't wait too long either, about 10 minutes for the meal. It was pretty quick! My Chicken Souviaki included two skewers with lettuce and onions. The hummus was in a cup, so I was able to add as much of the hummus to the wrap as I needed. The hummus was more like a thin sauce though. It was still yummy! The chicken was quite flavorful and tender. I enjoyed the wrap. The Feta Fries though were super scrumptious! There was so much feta cheese on the Fries! I ended up dipping the French Fries into the hummus sauce! The French Fries were crunchy and just perfect! My husband and I ended up splitting the Feta Fries. I also had a chance to try out the rice, which was good, but I did like the Feta Fries better. We spent less than 30 minutes inside the restaurant, and then was back on the road to Las Vegas! The team members were helpful and friendly. The food was great. This would be my go to spot if I am looking for a quick meal at Bakersfield again! read more

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My suggestion is always get the fresh strawberry shake and the zucchini fries. These are my favorite picks. Crowded and always busy but we did manage to get a table. Service is only at counter (like fast food). Cordial but not personable. Could use an update in my opinion. Fast food vibe. Prices lean on the moderate to high but you can't get food like this at home and you have to consider the area. read more

The Mad Greek - Strawberry shake (Oops! I guess I ate all the zucchini fries before I got a picture) - Greek Near Me - Baker, California

This was my first time stopping in Baker for a meal and it was decent. The restaurant had kiosk ordering and counter ordering available. Both were quick and easy. The portions are pretty large, but the price is also quite steep. I get it...there aren't many options, so they will command the higher price. Overall, the experience was good. I wouldn't make it a point to stop here, but if everyone I am driving with is hungry, I would definitely return. Service was very good and fast! read more

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Stopped by Baker again on our way home to Pomona from Vegas this afternoon. This time we tried The Mad Greek. Plenty of seating, clean bathrooms, easy ordering of food on touchscreens, my husband ordered the beef gyro wrap and I just needed a beverage (still full from the buffets at the Paris Las Vegas conference). The staff was friendly, the food was ready within 10 minutes, and it was satisfying but not remarkable. Kudos to the Mad Greek for offering travelers food that isn't a fast food franchise. read more

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The food here is good and it's a nice, cool (temperature) stop between Las Vegas and CA. Baker is a crazy roadtrip stop, anyway, to see the giant thermometer. So much parking at The Mad Greek, and so many tables! You order from the kiosk and they'll give you a number for delivery to your table. The food was classic American Greek diner food. A little pricey but fresh. We loved the baklava milkshake with whipped cream ($7.99) - I wish I had one right now. The large Greek salad (entree sized, $16.99 + $5.00 to add the beef & lamb gyro = $21.99) was fine. A small Greek salad was $11.99 (no meat). Both salad sizes came with a dolma. A falafel and tahini appetizer with fresh pita was good and was $9.49. A regular (~12 oz?) soda was $3.99. I don't know if I need to ever stop here again but it was clean and kind of amusing. Friendly staff was there to help you figure out the kiosk, bring your food to your table, and they kept the dining room very clean. read more

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We stopped here on a road trip and tried the feta fries--so delicious and definitely worth it! The ladies working were incredibly sweet, and the service was very kind and welcoming. The fries did take a little while to come out, but they were fresh and tasted amazing, so it was worth the wait. read more

Pretty good Mediterranean place as a quick pit stop lunch toward Vegas if coming from SoCal! My husband and I were pretty hungry and decided to get their gyros here. We both had their beef/lamb gyros and also their zucchini sticks. The gyros were filled with lots of meat and came with packets of tzatziki sauce which was nice. They were good and fresh. I wasn't too fond of their zucchini sticks just because it was way more batter than there was zucchini. Overall, I'd be back again for a quick gyro! read more

The Mad Greek - Beef/Lamb Gyro - Greek Near Me - Baker, California

Found this place as we were heading to Vegas. Driving in late and so happy when we saw they were open late in the middle of nowhere and it wasn't just fast food. Spacious place and was super clean. Loved that!! We had the Beef and lamb gyro meal. Also had the Chicken dinner. Gyro was delicious, Fresh veggies and tasty beef and lamb. Quite enjoyable ‼ Chicken was pretty good, very juicy and savory. Rice could be seasoned more. Other than that meal was quite enjoyable. Met a lovely lady who was very kind and helpful, she was cleaning around us, loved her kindness. I believe her name was Laura. It was very nice to meet her.When in Baker, don't miss this spot!! read more

The Mad Greek - Beef and lamb gyro meal-delicious!! - Greek Near Me - Baker, California

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Great little stop at The Mad Greek on our way to Vegas. After some time on the road, this was the perfect place to stop, take a breather, have a bite, then head on back on the road. Arrived at around 7pm after a treacherous few hours in holiday rainy weather up the Cajon pass. The staff were super sweet and kind when we took some extra time to look at the menu. The decor in this place was super cute and kitschy. Blue and white colors and Greek statues covered the place which was totally fun. They also had lots of grinch decor up for the holiday which was adorable. For food, we grabbed two gyros and some feta fries. I love a gyro, but the fries were the ultimate star of this meal. Lightly battered and fried, so good. We upgraded to the feta fries which was a great choice. Nice little 30 minutes spent before heading back on the road to Vegas. Next time I'll try one of the desserts! read more

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Food was great! I ordered a Chicken Gryo in the Drive Thru. It was hard hearing what the order taker was saying, so she & I kinda when back and forth 3 times on just asking for clarification on what was being said. The wait time was loooooong. They certainly were not speedy at all. However, the food was on point! It was fresh, flavorful, and a full portion size, very worth the price. Any time I'm not in a hurry, I'd love to give them another visit. I recommend!! read more

It's been so many years since I've came back. It was a nice stop for this recent road trip. They now have kiosk to help orders. Gyros still taste pretty decent. Their tzatziki sauce is the best part of the meal. It makes the gyros less dry and makes the food more refreshing. It's still a good quick meal for on the go. read more

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While passing through Baker, no trip is complete without a Mad Greek stop. I ordered my Date Shake. It was grand. The facility was clean and, of course, the restrooms as well. Upon entering you are warmly greeted and thanked for stopping in. Post Covid, they trimmed the menu down to something more manageable. But I still miss their Greek Calamari salad. read more

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Been a while since I ate at Mad Greek... Had the Spanakopita and the Chicken Gyro. An hour later, while on the road back to OC, my girlfriend had a bad reaction similar to food poisoning. I had the runs the next day.... Not the same as was back in the day. read more

Stopped here after camping for a quick lunch. The self-ordering was quick and easy. The Beef & Lamb Gyro is super tasty, love it. The Zucchini sticks are cooked perfectly, but needed a little salt. Dipping in Tzatziki sauce was fine but not as good as ranch would have been. The Falafel Wrap was good, tasty and filling. It comes with a tahini sauce and that was very good, but could stand a bit more garlic. The French fries were the absolute winner of the lunch though. Whatever extra crunchy goodness they have on it was amazing! read more

The Mad Greek - Gyro wrap with Zucchini sticks and Falafel Wrap with fries - Greek Near Me - Baker, California

The Mad Greek Cafe. By: The Cousin Critics #1. Eddie: The food lowkey slapped. I got a Big Mac lookalike. The place was niche. I felt I was gonna get flanked by Alexander the Great. (81/100) #2. Evelyn: It was great other than the fact that they gave me so much letteuce. I could've made Pompeii outa all of it. It was like a dragon hoard but with lettuce. And the dragon in top was lettuce too. Also on my way out a bird screamed at me. Loved the vibe tho (79/100) #3. She She: (she got a burrito at a place that has Greek in its name? Tf? Just go to the taco bell bro ) it sucked. My burrito was terrible. It split in half while I was eating it and spilled its bean-testines all over my platter plate thingy. (I think she's over reacting ngl) My only other complaint was that the ceiling was breaking open like my burrito. I liked all the decor. .5 (65/100) #4. Lily: (me) I think the cafe was quite awesome. Its surroundings (aka the town) was booty. When I was going in I felt like I was gonna get murdered. I was not expecting much but when I went inside I was surprised. It looked so much bigger on the inside than the outside. I later realized that's because there's mirrors on some of the walls. Amazing decore. Loved the atmosphere. My meal was good but not great. The Nutella shake was also awesome. The whipped cream was too sweet. (81/100) read more

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This is definitely one of the places I really don't understand all the bad ratings because personally I LOVE The Mad Greek going to and from Vegas. Their fries are absolutely delicious! They are definitely some of my favorite fries anywhere. The strawberry shake is scrumptious too with all the fresh strawberries in it. The lamb and beef gyro is a favorite of mine and after living in Israel for 6 months I am definitely picky when it comes to good Mediterranean food. The fact that they have Baklava is a win for me too, since that isn't something you can just get anywhere. For those less adventurous the Burgers are good too! There's always plenty of seating and parking every time I have been. The dining area and bathrooms are kept pretty much spotless. All my interactions with the staff have been good as well. The Mad Greek is definitely a must stop for me when making the Los Angeles to Las Vegas drive. I just need to to remember to actually take pictures of my food next time I come haha read more

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We made a pit stop here on our way to Vegas. Ordering was quick and easy through the self-serve kiosk, which I actually appreciated, giving us ample time to browse the menu at our leisure. I went with the beef and lamb gyro; the meat was juicy, flavorful tucked into soft pita. It came with tzatziki in a little plastic packet, which might not sound glamorous, but that sauce delivered with its garlicky and creamy perfection. We also ordered the patty melt with feta fries. The salty, tangy feta melted slightly over the hot fries and gave them this rich, addictive flavor. Such a simple but genius addition. My brother ordered a strawberry shake that was thick and creamy. He also shared the baklava which was beautifully flaky with just the right amount of nutty sweetness The decor is fully themed and gives the space a ton of personality. The best part: actual café cats roaming around the outdoor section. Real cats!! They were hopping around the chairs, playfully nipping at each other, and just living their best lives. It added such a fun, unexpected charm to the experience. Great food, fun atmosphere, and memorable details that make it more than just a quick stop - recommended! read more

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Not sure why there's a few negative reviews for this place I've been here a few times coming to or from Vegas to or from California. The fries here are really good as are the strawberry shakes (some of the things we constantly return for) the burgers aren't bad and they have Pepsi products which is always a positive for me. They have all kinds of treats like baklava and "Greek food" which I haven't explored too much but it is an option. Zucchini were good the first time I visited, both times the only things that lasted long enough for a pic were the drinks lol Staff was friendly and service was quick. Plenty of inside dining options with well maintained restrooms make this a great pit stop when on a road trip read more

The Mad Greek - Strawberry shake and fountain drink - Greek Near Me - Baker, California

I ate here one time probably over 10 years ago and had been meaning to come back again on one of our Las Vegas/California trips. We finally made it here this past weekend. Very different than my first experience - very busy last time and I remembered I liked their gyros. This time, it was not busy inside at all. I did appreciate the kiosks so that I could explore the menu and make my selections at my own pace, and the staff member at the counter was available to answer our questions. I appreciated her helpfulness snd friendliness. When our food came out, although the gyro meat tasted good, I just felt like it was missing something and the gyro overall tasted plain. The salad dressing and tzatziki sauces were also in sealed pouches, so I didn't really know if it was made fresh or how old it was. The prices were high, although this was expected. There were also random bugs (beetles) walking around the dining area floor, not sure if that's normal for the area but not used to seeing them inside dining establishments. I guess I'm glad they weren't cockroaches? Fries were good. Don't think I'll be craving the food here on future road trips though, it's not the same great gyro taste I remembered from my prior experience a long time ago. read more

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Good place to take a break either going to or coming from Las Vegas. The food is good. Their ordering kiosks are simple to use but, if you should have trouble with them, a friendly employee is there to help. We ordered beef and lamb gyros. Years ago there were gyros plate meals available on the menu but it is now just the sandwich alone. The gyros were generously portioned with plenty of meat and veggies in the flatbread. Tasty as well. The tomatoes, onions, and lettuce were fresh. With a combo meal, there is a choice of a side and a beverage. The tzatziki, despite coming in a bag, was fresh, slightly tart, and seasoned well with dill. The rice tasted slightly buttery and savory. It was very good for something made using converted rice instead of a typical grain. Delicious! Zucchini sticks were thin, crispy, and cooked well. They were delicious dipped in tzatziki. The walnut and pistachio baklavas had delicate phyllo layers. The filling was so finely minced it resembled a paste. The flavors in the filling were more intense than the usual baklava. These would be a great accompaniment with a cup of strong, brewed coffee. Parking is plentiful in their many parking areas. The restaurant interior could benefit from a more powerful AC. It was 94 degrees Fahrenheit outside and just as warm in certain areas of the dining room. It was a matter of finding the right ceiling vent to sit under. There is an adjacent catio area where you can see their outdoor kittens relaxing. Staff is friendly and helpful if there are questions regarding the food. Other staff members maintain the dining areas efficiently to keep everything tidy. The Mad Greek is definitely worthy of a stop to replenish fuel and re-energize during your journey through the desert. read more

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Food 10/10 BOMB....Service was fast and friendly. This is a MUST try while traveling to and from Las Vegas/California. read more

Mad Greek...more like Mad EXPENSIVE. My bf and I ordered 1 beef/lamb gyro, 1 chicken gyro, and 1 order of the grape leaves app. Our total was $45! Dont get em to the Greek cuz this place is highway robbery...literally lol. Gyros were good but not worth that price. Also the beef gyro was better than the chicken read more

The Mad Greek - Grape leaves - Greek Near Me - Baker, California

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Clean and friendly service!! It gets packed tho because it's one of the few restaurants to and from Vegas to LA/SoCal. You order at the counter and pick up ur food when the buzzer rings. Theyre known for their gyros and shakes. Chicken in the chicken gyro was a bit dry but the sauce made it super delicious!!! Beef/lamb was much better than the chicken gyro imo but both were good. The gyros are HUGE. Pita bread was lightly seasoned and really good too (included with the gyros) Got grilled cheese combo for the kids which had seasoned fries that were fried to perfection! Their strawberry milk shake was so rich and creamy so I highly recommend as a dessert! read more

Whether you're on your way to Vegas from California or on your way out, there's mainly 3 reasons to pitstop in Baker. I've made this place a must do pitstop for over 15 years, nearly 2 decades. - Fuel / Restroom - Beef Jerky - Mad Greek Really that's it. Personally, over the last decade, Alien Jerky has fallen off so much, that's not even worth the stop. So if you've never been you're not missing out on the jerky these days so just go straight to the Mad Greek and you will be glad you did. I've never really ventured into other menu items since I love their gyros but In my experience of ordering the Gyro and the salads, the food here has never lost a step. Recently they've even added to their menu, showing the ability to innovate and stay current. What did I order? The Gyro. 5/5 stars French fries 4/5 stars I love how the ownership has not tampered with portions and the quality still remains to be One of the best Gyros standing shoulder to shoulder with some of the best gyros you might find in SF or Portlands street food scene. Parking is pretty easy with on site parking. You'll enter the double doors and place your order at the register also there's a convenient kiosk with touch screen to place your order. Once you have your buzzer, you'll find a seat which is typically pretty easy. The casual diner ambiance is really nothing special, Self serve water station and decent restrooms. You'll enter will not be impressing any date here nor will the food plating be a picturesque instagram op haha. Just a damn good gyro If the ownership can maintain the quality of their product and work on keeping the prices fair, the Mad Greek should continue to see future generations of loyal customers. read more

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Whizzing in our mobile conveyance from Vegas to LA we were starved by the time we reached Baker. Inside an array of order screens great the visitor. Here you enter your order and pay. A buzzer is handed to you. The first buzz is for your shake. The second buzz is for your food. The falafel pita has 4 patties that are much darker than I expected, wedged by tomato, lettuce and onions. The other dish we ordered was the veggie quesadillas. Each dish comes with a sauce, both sauces are spicy. The food is mediocre at best, but you're in the middle of nowhere. The best thing is the strawberry shake. That's worth stopping for in the Baker heat. We also got the Greek wedding cookies. They look delicious and taste good. Most of the baked goods look scrumptious! read more

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This place has the most expensive food with the cheapest ingredients. I can't believe how bad it is for the prices they are charging. It is laughably terrible. Never again. read more

Amazing milkshakes, good stop for the route to Vegas or on the return. The fries are also worth mentioning. Not bad prices read more

The Mad Greek - Strawberry shake - Greek Near Me - Baker, California

Don't listen to the haters. The Mad Greek has decent food, friendly staff and awesome shakes. Since the last time we went, they have added kiosk ordering and a catio, with Feta, a very friendly kitty. What's not to like? read more

Am I allowed to cuss in this chat? No? Ok fine... bbbbbbiiiiiiitttttt*****hhhh This place is mad cute, mad good, mad delicious- I loved it so much. I had the lamb gyro, Greek burger and a baklava shake. The shake was tasteless until I got to the bottom of it but the gyro and burger... yummy read more

The Mad Greek - Greek Near Me - Baker, California

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Mad Greek has great options for vegetarians. We got the falafel wrap, zucchini fries and a side of spicy hummus and ranch. The wrap was very delicious! I normally hate zucchini but these fries might just change my mind about them! They were almost 90% dehydrated and then fried, which gave it a good vegetable feel to it still while trying the fries and yet not let the juice come in the way. Only reason for 4 star is the service took long too despite not being too crowded and while they have Greek ambiance, it didn't look too well kempt. But this is overall a great spot to stop by on the road! read more

So many memories - used to LOVE this place! I'd stop in Baker just to come here! Well, it's been many years and we stopped by today - just like everything else, they've raised their prices! $13 for Gyro - good but $13?! $8 for zucchini fries, Burger combo - with friends & drink $18 and $7.50 for a plain burger patty (for our pup)!! Service was good - you can order from kiosk or from the counter then they call your name & you can find a seat. Ambiance - just like any "fast food place - lotsa inside seating. read more

The Mad Greek - Greek Near Me - Baker, California

The overall rating of 3 star is very misleading. The restaurant is very nice and clean, restrooms are also clean, very friendly staff. And the most important item - the food is freshly made and yummy. read more

The Mad Greek - Greek Near Me - Baker, California

As an avid Vegas goer, the Mad Greek is one of those iconic food stops to grab a bite to eat. We have done just that over several decades and it's become a comfort food for me. Yes, the lines can be long, but it moves quickly. In addition, they've installed standalone kiosks to order food and that has helped as well. THE FOOD. - Gyro (Lamb/Beef). Lamb/beef was very juicy and flavorful. Flatbread was warm, fluffy, buttery, and had a slight crisp edge. Honestly, one of the best gyros I've had, despite what other reviews might say... I don't know man, but to me, it was outstanding. Highly recommend. - Fried Zucchini. Thin slices of zucchini, light battered and crispy. Loved this, coming from a picky fried zucchini person. - Baklava. Super sweet and flaky layers with sticky syrup. This is best to share with someone since it's so sweet. THE DRINKS. - Iced Tea. Straightforward, I added sugar to cut through the bitterness. - Date Shake. I liked the sweetness from the dates, but it was a little too milky for me. They added a whole date on top which was a nice touch. THE VIBE. Themed with Greek statutes and white columns throughout the interior and exterior spaces. It feels a little out of place knowing you're in the middle of the desert, but it's been there for so long (50 years), so it's part of the desert family now. We dined inside and noticed how expedient the staff were to clear off tables for the next party to sit down and enjoy their meal. Our food was ready in no time and we chowed down before making our way to Vegas. THE PARKING. Free parking onsite, no issues finding an open spot. THE RETURN. As long as they're still open, we'll be stopping by! read more

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Feta Fries! Been here so many times that I can't believe I haven't left a review. When you're hungry to gamble to need something to eat in between California and Vegas, this is a great spot to drop in to. It's clean, service is excellent and the food is much better than what you'd expect in the middle of the desert. Lots of parking, cool decor - worth the stop. Especially when traffic isn't moving. Give them a try and thank me later. read more

The food was not bad, but more importantly, we saw a cat. We scritched behind its ears and gave it like, a hundred pets. He or she was very friendly. Would absolutely go see cat again. Five stars. read more

The Mad Greek - cat - Greek Near Me - Baker, California

I'm not too sure why this place has 3 stars, everybody I know is always raving about this place as a must stop on your way to and from Vegas. My boyfriend and I stopped by on our way back from Vegas and I can see why everyone is always talking about this place! It super cute inside and they have an outside patio with cats! Don't move them, let them sleep! I ordered the hummus and pita as a starter for us and then I got the chicken gyro and my boyfriend got the lamb and beef gyro. Both were so good!!! My mouth is watering just thinking about them, especially the hummus! Everything was freshly made and the staff seemed super friendly and nice! Highly recommend stopping by! read more

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We were on the way to Vegas, and this was a nice pit stop in Baker. Besides the prices being a bit high, the food was actually very tasty. We shared a lamb/beef gyro, a salad, and a strawberry shake. I was surprised at how good everything tasted. Four stars because it's pricey, but taste-wise it's a thumbs-up from me. read more

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There's a drive thru now and the food comes out fast and piping hot. Fries are super crispy. Gotta try the gyro. read more

The Mad Greek - Greek Near Me - Baker, California

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