Came here when I first moved to the neighborhood and I'm not sure why it took me so long to come back. This is such a yummy upper east side spot! You can come here for any occasion. Portions are all perfect to share as well. The staff were super friendly. Greeted us as soon as we walked in, explained things on the menu, made suggestions, and constantly checked in on us. The octopus was truly amazing!!!!! read more

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How does this place have a 4.5 star rating? We've been here many times as it's close to home. The food is always a solid 3/5, at best. It doesn't matter if you're getting a horatiki salad, pikilia, souvlaki of any kind, or a piece of salmon. The pita is bad, but everything else is just fine. Then you'll get the bill and ask yourself how you just dropped $250+. $18 for two pieces of halloumi? A 25% tip? And why does my stomach hurt? The servers are kind enough. The hosts are oblivious. Maybe you'll be blessed with a table by the bathroom or a door tonight? Maybe you'll get your delivery within the next hour? Do not ever order delivery from here. Ignore the delay for a moment. Everyone makes slips. $80+ got us 1) a chicken platter 2) two small soggy slices of halloumi 3) a salad with a single lukewarm chicken kebab on the side. The food was fatty, greasy, cold, and looked like it had been leftover and reheated from someone else's plate. Perhaps the delivery kitchen is different than the dine-in one? We were starving, so please pray for us - hopefully no one starts feeling sick tonight. Yasouvlaki is an awesome place to take your parents visiting from the suburbs or another state. Don't go here because you want real Greek food. And don't bring your Greek friends here, either. They'll be mad at you. 2 stars is generous. read more

A touch above casual dinner. They offer a variety of spreads, pitas and platters. Got the roasted eggplant spread which came with warm pita. The eggplant was a chunky spread and had a good tangy flavor. Ordered the chicken thigh platter which came with 2 sauces, fries and pita. Portion was a good size for dinner. Both sauces were good with the tzatziki being a lighter option. Meat was flavorful and not overcooked. Fries were good but not amazing. Platter was ~$23 which felt reasonably priced. read more

yasouvlaki - Chicken Thigh Souvlaki Platter - Greek Near Me - New York, New York

Today was such a glorious day, I was sorry outdoor tables hadn't been set up. (It goes back to cold and rainy tomorrow.) Knowing what I like and what I don't at Yasouvlaki I ordered discriminately off the lunch menu. For $22 I chose a kefta gyro, which came with a lovely Greek salad. (Kefta is ground, spiced beef and/or lamb.) I rarely order soda but it was part of the special. Either that or coffee. My friend went with salmon souvlaki ($19) and was as pleased with her lunch as I was with mine. Our server frequently checked in without being annoying ... and really, everything was fine. Eyeing the plate of fried calamari on the neighboring table, it's something I'll likely want to try next time. read more

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The food was delicious and very fresh! Every time we go there to eat, we leave very happy and satisfied. It's one of my niece's favorite restaurant. We can't wait to go back next week. You won't regret it if you eat at this restaurant. The service is amazing and it has such a nice atmosphere and ambiance. read more

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Solid Greek food that hits the spot! I've always walked by this restaurant and decided to get takeout when I was craving some gyro. While I appreciate that they pack everything in aluminum lined boxes which keep most of the dishes warm, I think it trapped a lot of condensation with the fried calamari/zuccini which made it soggy. I was able to reheat it in the toaster oven and it turned out to be very tasty with a nice light and well-seasoned batter. The grilled octopus was very tender and I really enjoyed the accompanying fennel, capers, and veggies. The shrimp skewer was solid and featured jumbo and juicy shrimp. While I like things on the saltier side the shrimp was a little over seasoned. The pork gyro was chewy, juicy, and packed with flavor. Pita bread, fries, and tabouli were pretty standard. The yasou sauce was very tasty and went well with many of the items. Lastly also tried their dandelion greens which were straightforward with some citrus flavors. For dessert, the ekmek kataifi was good but not quite what I expected. The greek custard was creamy and overall it had a good pistachio presence. The kataifi was doused in syrup so it wasn't crispy anymore. The lemon and the tanginess were more prominent than expected and somewhat overpowered the rest of the layers. read more

I ordered the eggplant spread and the portion was very small. Several tablespoons small. I've been to this place a lot, so I was not expecting such a small portion. The portion used to be bigger. The ambience with the beautiful pink flowers and service was beautiful and attentive respectively. The gyro was dry and needed a sauce of some sort. This place has gone downhill in terms of food quality. It was better before. read more

The lunch special is the best deal! The Greek salad was honestly my favorite part of the meal. Delicious! read more

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You have to try the Lamb Burger. Flavorful and top tier. High recommend. Service was excellent We had a large order for all the employee at my job and everything was neatly packed and everyone order was what they ask for. Thank you to the amazing hard working staff and team for providing outstanding service. read more

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I was craving lemon potatoes all day. I picked up an order of lemon potatoes, and an order of tzatziki sauce with pita bread. Both were great. Will definitely come back and try more. read more

YUMMY SOUVLAKI! Super gracious staff!! I LOVE the fries traditionally included in the Pita sandwich and Tzatziki sauce! That's my favorite, but I'm sure everything else is delicious here also and I will start trying more stuff! It's quite nice to dine in there, but it's also good to have food delivered to your door from this restaurant and the delivery time is adequate! I love the place and I highly recommend it. Barbara T. UES read more

Wow - what a great restaurant! We need something kid friendly on the UES and this place has a kids menu so it won. But being good for kids didn't compromise quality for the rest of the family. This spot is great for families and for first dates! It has a vast bar with fun Greek beers and a good wine list! The food is delicious! The calamari was tender and not overcooked. The chicken souvlaki was moist and authentic. I really loved the Greek tabouli salad that comes with the platter. There was a little issue (on OUR end) with the reservation but this restaurant was so flexible and accommodating! We were wrong and they were super kind. Everything was great - food, ambiance, menu but these were dwarfed but the charming, attentive service. Overall 5 stars. read more

Went back because it was a beautiful evening and there was outdoor seating. The food was a lot better than last time. We enjoyed the mixed spreads- we had the eggplant, feta cheese and hummus. I had the pork souvlaki platter, which was very good. Our waitress was nice and checked in on us frequently. Yasouvlaki went from meh to solid. read more

yasouvlaki - Pork souvlaki skewers and horiatiki salad. - Greek Near Me - New York, New York

Came here with a friend a few weeks ago for dinner. Nice night out so I opted for outdoor dinning. We sat in their shed like building. There was a bench on one side with cushions and pillows and on other side had a chair. The bench was pretty uncomfortable even with the cushion and pillows. It was a bit narrow. What we had to eat, well there was alot of pita at the table. I feel like every dish we got which was nit much came with pita. We had to start the tzatziki dip and hummus and the Spanakopita was very tasty and full if spinach not much cheese. As our mains we both got the chicken skewers which comes with one skewer an order and they were pretty light on the sauce for this which made it sad looking too. As our sides I got the potatoes which were doused in the sauce and my friend got the french fries. For drinks my friend had a soda and I tried a beer but it was too light for me as they were out of the beer I originally wanted. In my oopiniok the chicken skewer was not worth it. I liked the dips the most and the Spanakopita the best. Our waitress was ok and nice. Felt like she rushed us a little bit while ordering but other than that she was fine and answered any questions we had about the menu. This is deff a neighborhood spot if you are ever on the Upper East side and want Greek food. read more

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It was our first time trying Greek dishes, and they were delicious. We really loved everything! The service was excellent and our server was very attentive. The ambiance was also great, much quieter compared to many NYC restaurants we've visited. A wonderful dining experience overall! read more

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Had this for takeout and mygosh it was so delicious! Loved the pork gyro with pita mmmm!!!

Made a reservation for 5 people, I witnessed 1 server ask the manager to put 2 tables together & she said no, gave us a table for 4, added a 5th chair at end - which now blocked the hallway & servers & guests couldn't really get by, servers asked again to move us - 2nd time I'm watching the interaction & manager said no again! So we cancelled our rez & left, as we walk out - the manager then calls to me to come back. There was plenty of room, surprised this happened. read more

Visited for a late lunch after touring the Met. Great lunch special with soup or salad plus skewer or pita sandwich, coffee or tea included. Sprang for a baklava for dessert -- so delicious. Everything was good and there was a nice Greek hospitality shown by everyone who visited our table. Would love to go back. read more

yasouvlaki - Baklava - Greek Near Me - New York, New York

It was my first time trying this place tonight, and it was AMAZING! My birthday is tomorrow (August 18th), so I came here with my grandma to get the celebration started. First of all, let me start by saying how adorable the decór is. There were candles on each table, white walls, and hints of blue. It felt like we were in Greece. The waitstaff were very attentive, and every time I was running low on water, they noticed right away, swooping in to give me a refill. Our waitress was very sweet and helpful. The food was really the star of the show. My grandma and I both enjoyed a glass of Anastasia Greek wine, which had the perfect flavor- not too dry, which I prefer. For the appetizer, we shared taramasalata, which has to be one of my favorite dips in the world besides hummus. Needless to say, it was delicious. The warm pita bread only added to the experience of sopping it up. We devoured every last morsel. Finally, for the main dish! I ordered the salmon souvlaki platter. It came with taboule, Greek fries, pita, tzatziki sauce and another unknown dip that I didn't end up using. There's something to be said about grilled salmon. The salmon was cooked to perfection, moist on the inside with the most heavenly crisp on the outside. You truly can't beat it. I ate all of the souvlaki, pita, and taboule, and got too full before I could finish the fries. I did try one or two of them though, and they were also great- can't go wrong with Greek fries! Right as we finished our meals, the waitress came over with a birthday dessert for me, complete with a candle. It was the Greek yogurt with sour cherry compote. It took me by surprise, but it was the perfect way to end an amazing meal. The Greek yogurt itself is unsweetened, but the cherry compote adds just the right amount of sweetness to it without being overpowering. Really solid dessert! All in all, I'm happy my grandma took me here tonight! While it's a bit on the pricier end, it's perfect for a special occasion. If you're looking for some kickass Greek in the Upper East Side, look no further! read more

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Such a good local spot on the upper east side! good seasonal and chefs specials to try! try the lemon potato's. read more

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Everything was delicious! It was the first time my teenager had ever tried Greek food and he said it was the best chicken he's ever had in his life. He also loved the grape leaves and the baklava. The staff was very kind and attentive. We sat outside. read more

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The pork gyro platter was SO flavorful and delicious - the tabouli was the star of the show. It balanced out the tender pork gyro & crispy fries so well! This platter was the perfect size for my boyfriend and I to share. A great spot for big & small groups :) So excited to try more at this spot. read more

yasouvlaki - Pork Gyro Platter - Greek Near Me - New York, New York

Went here on a whim for me and my partner's anniversary, it was incredible. The veggies were fresh, the meat was cooked perfectly, the moussaka was rich and the wine was so good we ordered two bottles. Not to mention the service was exquisite Definitely want to go back read more

The portions are so good and the chicken thigh especially is sooo good. The farmers platter on brunch menu looked great but the pitas are definitely must try. So delish!! There's also a lot of seating and the waiters are nice read more

yasouvlaki - Chicken Thigh Souvlaki Sandwich - Greek Near Me - New York, New York

Walked in on a thursday night with a party of 4 and was seated with ease! Service was kind and prompt, they served complimentary pita which was yummy. We each tried their souvlakis, I tried the swordfish which was $16. Delicious and hit the spot (: read more

yasouvlaki - Swordfish Souvlaki Sandwich - Greek Near Me - New York, New York

Let me tell you. With the business these Greek boys are raking in, they're not going to care about my snotty Pom review. The budget on those lovely fake outdoor flowers alone means plenty of souvlaki $. But here is the bottom line...it's "eh." It's Greek, sure, and the ambience, staff and vibe are always festive, but the taste? Well, the taste could be upscale Mediterranean fast food. Like Cava down the block, but 8x the price. !! read more

Tasty vegan-friendly food that is on the healthier side which we really appreciated! The food is not overly salty or oily. Love that they have whole wheat pita. read more

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Must try: Moussaka, Kefta Skewer, and Zucchini Fries! Why: I was craving Moussaka it definitely hit the spot for me. I was loving Zucchini Fries, Kefta Skewer, and Tzatziki Sauce! The fries had a nice crisp outside and tasted great with Tzatziki Sauce. I also enjoyed dipping Pita Bread in Tzatziki Sauce and adding Zucchini Fries and Kefta on top! Yum! Notes: I ordered delivery and food came faster than expected. The take out boxes were awesome as it kept the food warm. Overall, had a fantastic filling dinner and had some left over to enjoy for lunch the next day! read more

yasouvlaki - Moussaka ($25) Zucchini Sticks ($16) Kefta Skewer ($7) Tzatziki - Greek Near Me - New York, New York

This place is a GEM! Seriously everything here is so good! Really really really liked this Greek place. All spreads were good and the pork gyro platter was really really good. Yellow mustardy sauce was BOMB. Rice was good as well. Really cute in there. And honestly really fairly priced/cheap option to go sit and eat. Seriously we come here all the time to sit and for takeout. The platters and gyros are such a good deal! read more

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I have dined in long time ago and I wasn't very impressed. This time I order delivery they use a third party delivery and that's takes longer to be delivered. And that's ok. The chicken gyro as meat was good. The pork wasn't good at all but the biggest issue was the sauce. The yasouvlaki sauce was soooooo salty and the tzatziki was one of the worst I ever had. I feel that I wanna give another try but don't feel sure about that. read more

Excellent Greek restaurant with great food and service. I had: - Moussaka ($25) - Shrimp skewer ($8) The moussaka was a generous, hot, flavorful portion of quality ground beef, potato, mushroom, and bechamel. Excellent dish The shrimp skewer was tremendously flavorful and perfectly cooked. It came with pita They put pita and oils on the table, as well. Excellent value read more

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Casual, neighborhood Greek restaurant. We dined in on a Monday night and surprisingly the inside of the restaurant was mostly full. We started with an eggplant spread called Melitzanosalata. I was expecting it to be babaghanoush but it was more similar to smokey Eastern European style preparations like Eggplant Caviar. I found the flavor nostalgic but my wife didn't like it as much. For the main, we shared the pan seared branzino. It's a half branzino fileted. We asked them to swap in Greek salad for rice which came at a small upcharge. Branzino was generously oiled and seasoned. Service was quick and accommodating. There was one restroom which was gender neutral. read more

Another place where I easily give five stars. First of all, the service is excellent. I took a seat at the bar; it was small. Luckily, no one was sitting there. The server was attentive and friendly. The rest of the restaurant was packed and had people waiting. It must be quite popular. I discover this place because I was just walking around. Once I sat down, I knew I wanted to order the Chicken gyro, which was fantastic! It came with a refreshing cucumber salad, and the gyro was served on toasty pita bread with french fries and what I assumed was Tzatziki sauce. I devoured this gyro within just a few minutes. Loved it! read more

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I love the chicken breast souvlakia it's really filling, I added my own flair at home and put bbq sauce on it yum! Sorry to all of my Greeks for breaking tradition. The decor is semi sleek for upper east side in the high 80's. It's an happening place I was always intrigued to try until a guy that works nearby mentioned the platters. The Staff is attentive once you catch their attention. Saturday night is busy. The chefs take their time cooking your order I love that part! Prices are decent too. Definitely going back! read more

Consistently good, won't blow your socks off but is a great place to pop in for generous portions and flavorful food. Fun to sit at the bar as well and watch a game. read more

They are always very busy. Their food is good though service can be slow. Good for adults & families. Very busy and nice ambiance. read more

We were around the area, first time here. Even if they were fully booked with reservations they still managed to squeeze as in. We truly appreciate the staff. The food was amazing, and for the price? Its a huge deal! The sandwiches and the platters were so good, huge portions they weren't greedy. It was a good meal indeed! Definitely will be back once we will be in NYC. read more

Where is the Michelin star for Yasouvlaki? What an incredible, unforgettable evening. The three of us went there on the spur of the moment, without a reservation. The atmosphere was vibrant. No ear plugs needed. The Greek menu and daily fish specials; a whole Branzino, rainbow trout, and salmon, were out of this world. Our waiter George. Yes, I call him "our" waiter, was terrific. The Margaritas were brilliant. (Don't know the recipe, don't care.) The bartender kindly came to our table to thank us. I do not recall her name. The Ekmek dessert was a great way to top off the evening. Even the manager checked with us to to make sure everything was perfect --- and it was! Sometimes, you can just luck out. CRF read more

Great food and love the vibe and the people and service is friendly. Come and give it a try

Warm and inviting soft white brick walls greet you with a contemporary blue trim keeping in stride with the Greek colors. Service is efficient and the servers are super friendly. But the food! Oh lord, the food! The Saganaki (fried cheese with lemon and hot honey) is fantastic and brings you that saltiness you crave but not without just the right amount of heat. The three spreads were phenomenal and brought in that Mediterranean freshness that we all know and love with just the right amount of je ne sais quoi to keep you on your toes. The chicken souvlaki skewers brought in the protein while keeping it light and the makaronia and kima provided a bit of a departure from the lightness of the other dishes we ordered with a nice savory Greek bolognese sauce. Highly recommend! read more

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