Brian Nagele
Greek food is hands down one of my favorite foods. There is so much to love: the olives, the Feta cheese, the pita bread, and the various dips and spreads.
I’m always on the lookout for good Greek restaurants. While visiting the city, I was craving Greek food, so I scoped out the best Greek restaurants in Boston.
Each of these spots will give you your fix for Mediterranean food.
I encourage you to try them all. From lamb gyros to homemade hummus and the best baklava, these restaurants have you covered.
For each restaurant, I’ll talk a bit about my personal experience there and its location.
Esperia Grill
344 Washington St, Brighton, MA 02135
Phone: 617-254-8337
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Esperia Grill is on the corner of Washington Street and Academy Hill Road. It is conveniently located 15 minutes west of the Boston City Center, just off the I-90.
It is just minutes away from Boston College and the McMullen Museum of Art. Don’t let the casual digs fool you; Esperia Grill has some of the best Greek food in Boston.
The restaurant won a “Best of Boston” award three times. I ordered the lamb kebob dinner, and it did not disappoint.
The lamb was perfectly cooked, and the tzatziki sauce was light and refreshing. The pita bread was warm and fluffy.
I could have eaten the entire thing myself, but I was happy to share.
The best part about Esperia Grill is the price. Most of the entrees are under $20, which is a steal for the quality of food you’re getting.
KAVA Neo-Taverna
315 Shawmut Ave, Boston, MA 02118
Phone: 617-356-175
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KAVA is a restaurant that prides itself on its Greek and Mediterranean roots. Instead of serving up made-in-America substitutes, KAVA uses a wide variety of products.
Including cheese and seafood imported directly from the Mediterranean.
Kava’s high-quality food quickly brought it into competition with the best Greek Restaurants in Boston.
I ordered the grilled octopus, which came with a delicious lemon glaze. I’m not typically an octopus eater, but this dish converted me.
The octopus was tender, and the glaze added a depth of flavor that I didn’t know was possible. KAVA is in Boston’s South End neighborhood.
It is just a few blocks from the Boston Center for the Arts and the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum.
GRECO
Multiple locations
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GRECO is a small chain of Greek restaurant that serves up American-Greek food with a focus on pita wraps, salads, and loukoumades or Greek-style doughnuts.
There are locations all over the city, so no matter where you are, you’re never too far from a GRECO. I ordered the lamb pita wrap with lettuce, tomato, onion, tzatziki sauce, and fries.
The wrap was delicious and filling. The best part was the tzatziki sauce, which was made with Greek yogurt and had a hint of mint.
GRECO is a great place to go if you’re looking for a quick, cheap, and tasty meal. Most of the menu items are available for less than $10.
Saloniki Greek
4 Kilmarnock St, Boston, MA 02215
Phone: 617-266-0001
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Saloniki Greek has more than one location, but the one I visited was in Fenway. It offers pitas, plates, and souvlakis, to name just a few.
The restaurant also provides catering services and is a laid-back type of eatery.
I had company when I visited so we ordered the mixed grill, which consists of chicken skewers, lamb meatballs, fries, halloumi, pita, and a small portion of Greek salad.
My friend and I both loved the spices on the meat and the halloumi.
The Fenway area is famous for being the home of the Red Sox, Fenway Park. The Museum of Fine Arts is also close by.
Zo Greek Cuisine
92 State St, Boston, MA 02109
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Zo Greek takes pride in making high-quality, authentic Greek food. The focus is on quality food without the frills.
Each meal you order at Zo Greek is made to order and with the freshest ingredients available. I ordered the chicken gyro platter with rice, a Greek salad, and pita bread.
The chicken was perfectly cooked and seasoned. The gyro sauce was flavorful and slightly spicy. I also highly recommend the soup.
Zo Greek is in Boston’s Financial District, just a few blocks from the Boston Tea Party Museum.
Committee
50 Northern Ave, Boston, MA 02210
Phone: 617-737-5051
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An ouzeri and bar, Committee offers a sophisticated take on Greek food that elevates it in a unique way.
Its seafood offerings are delicious and its menu is sure to satisfy the most demanding food critics. I had the halibut dish, which comes with crispy trahana and a green bean salad.
The fish was melt-in-the-mouth and the sides provided a fresh taste that complemented it perfectly.
The neighborhood that Committee calls home also includes the Institute of Contemporary Arts and Seaport Square.
Gyro City
88 Peterborough St, Boston, MA 02215
Phone: 617-266-4976
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Jimmy and Penny Christopher founded Gyro City after they immigrated to Boston from Greece. They were missing the food of their homeland and decided to open a restaurant.
Gyro City quickly became one of the best Greek restaurants in Boston.
I ordered the lamb shank with green beans, rice, and pita bread.
The lamb was cooked to perfection and was so tender that it fell off the bone. The green beans were an excellent addition and helped balance out the lamb’s richness.
Gyro City is in Boston’s Fenway neighborhood, just a few blocks from Fenway Park.
Krasi
48 Gloucester St, Boston, MA 02115
Phone: 617-536-0230
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Krasi means “wine” in Greek. This restaurant is dedicated to creating meaningful connections between people through Greek food and wine.
I ordered the braised beef cheeks with homemade pasta and cheese. The beef was cooked to perfection and was so tender that I didn’t need a knife to eat it.
It is in Boston’s Back Bay neighborhood, just a few blocks from the Boston Public Library.
Desfina Restaurant
202 Third St, Cambridge, MA 02141
Phone: 617-868-9098
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Desfina is a traditional Greek tavern serving delicious Greek fare in homey digs at and at reasonable prices.
The menu features all of the Greek classics that you know and love, such as dolma (stuffed grape leaves), spanakopita (spinach pie), and Souvlaki (grilled chicken skewers).
I ordered the Dolmades which are stuffed with beef, rice, and fresh herbs. I loved the egg-lemon sauce that pulled the whole dish together.
Desfina is in Cambridge, just a few minutes from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
Effie’s Kitchen
37 Poplar St, Boston, MA 02131
Phone: 617-942-2247
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Effie Anastasiadis runs Effie’s Kitchen. Effie and her family pride themselves on bringing their customers freshly prepared, authentic Greek food at its finest.
The menu features all of the Greek classics that you know and love, such as dolma (stuffed grape leaves), spanakopita (spinach pie), and souvlaki (grilled chicken skewers).
I ordered the souvlaki, grilled chicken skewers served with rice and a Greek salad. The chicken was perfectly cooked and so tender that I didn’t need a knife to eat it.
The salad was an excellent addition. I suggest you wash everything down with a lemon Greek soda: light, sparkling, and not too sweet!
Effie’s Kitchen is in Boston’s Dorchester neighborhood.
Greek Corner Restaurant
2366 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02140
Phone: 617-661-5655
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Greek Corner Restaurant has been a tradition since 1989. This restaurant has stood the test of time and has earned its spot on the best Greek Restaurant in Boston.
The menu features an extensive list of salads, appetizers, sandwiches, and entrees.
I ordered the spanakopita (spinach and feta cheese pie), and it was the best spanakopita I’ve had outside Greece.
Of course, if you want something light, you can’t beat the horiatiki salad with grilled chicken.
If you’re in the mood for something a bit heavier (but not too!), I suggest the roast lamb or the corner’s special gyro.
Both will leave you satisfied and full! Greek Corner Restaurant is in Cambridge, just a few minutes from Harvard University.
South End Pita
473 Albany St, Boston, MA 02118
Phone: 617-556-2600
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South End Pita specializes in Mediterranean comfort food from all over the Mediterranean and Morocco.
The best part is that the food is made fresh to order from scratch—no store bought tzatziki here! The menu features an extensive list of salads, appetizers, sandwiches, burgers, and meat plates.
I ordered the hummus combo plate and loved it. The hummus was high quality and satisfied my cravings.
The very best part may be the portion size, however.
No matter how hungry I am, I always finish satisfied (with a little extra for tomorrow). South End Pita is in Boston’s South End neighborhood.
The best Greek restaurants in Boston offer delicious food at reasonable prices. If you are looking for an excellent Greek meal, check out one of these restaurants. You won’t be disappointed.
If you’re more in the mood for Thai cuisine instead, don’t worry! Boston is full of amazing Thai places to try!
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