Sariah Amin
South Florida is home to many fantastic Greek restaurants the whole family can enjoy. From bakeries to bistros, Fort Lauderdale has Greek restaurants that serve authentic and Fresh Greek cuisine. Many of the restaurants have outdoor seating so that you can enjoy the great views of Fort Lauderdale.
Many of the Greek restaurants located here in Fort Lauderdale take pride in serving dishes that have been passed down through many generations.
While each restaurant may serve pita bread, baklava, and gyro’s, some of them have a vegan and/or vegetarian section on their menu. Others have an American food section and a kid’s menu.
Furthermore, although these Greek restaurants serve traditional Greek foods, American influence and chef creativity will make dining there so special for patrons.
Whether customers want pure Greek food or Greek/American fusion food, South Florida Greek restaurants have got you covered!
Greek Islands Taverna
3300 N Ocean Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
Phone: (954) 565-5505
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Greek Islands Taverna is owned by two brothers, Sam and George. The inside of the restaurant has a very traditional Greek and homey feel to it. The outdoor seating is very lively and fun.
It sits very close to Lauderdale Beach. They have been serving homestyle Greek food since January of 1999.
At Greek Islands Taverna you can indulge in lunch specials like the Gyros Pita with one side dish or seafood like the Whole Florida Yellowtail Snapper.
They also serve traditional Meze like Kefteds and Spanakopita! For Dessert, you can try Greek Islands you can try their traditional Baklava!
Thasos
3330 E Oakland Park Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
Phone: (954) 200-6006
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Thasos is a modern Greek restaurant that serves traditional Greek food with a fresh new twist! It has an all-white dining area and a beautiful outdoor patio.
The restaurant is only a three-minute drive from Earl Lifshey Ocean Park. At Thasos, they customize the menu when you hold a private party there.
Thasos serves fun and delicious dishes traditional greek food like Bell and Evens Chicken Rosemary Skewer and Moussaka. They also serve delicious seafood dishes like Lobster Pasta and Ora King Salmon!
For dessert, you can look forward to Ekmek Katifi or Greek yogurt with honey and walnuts.
Athena Must Have Greek
200 SE 6th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Phone: (954) 530-5722
Athena Must Have Greek is open Monday through Friday from 9 am to 2:30 pm and is closed Saturday and Sunday.
At Athena, they take pride in giving you the freshest, tastiest most authentic Greek Cuisine.
When you dine here, the Kabobs, The Real Gyro, Steak Bomb, and the Falafel, are some of the many must-have dishes on this menu.
At Athena Must Have Greek, you get to experience the flavors of Greece right here in South Florida.
Ethos Greek Bistro
2055 Wilton Dr, Wilton Manors, FL 33305
Phone: (754) 999-0034
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Ethos Greek Bistro is a Gerek restaurant in South Florida that is continuously praised for its excellent food and welcoming service.
Ethos means character, and at Ethos Greek Bistro, they strive to keep the restaurant’s ambiance modern while the food keeps to traditional recipes passed down through generations.
They serve traditional and savory items like Kefte Sliders, Steak Wrap, Ceaser Salad, and a Greek Omelet at Ethos Greek Bistro!
Ethos also has vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free menu items as well!
Gyroville
1489 SE 17th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Phone: (954) 640-5488
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Serving original recipes since 2010, Gyroville is located in the Southport Shopping Center on SE 17th Street in Fort Lauderdale.
It is a casual Mediterranean restaurant that has fast service. Gyroville is the quickest and tastiest way to curing your Greek food craving.
All-time favorite items you should try on their menu include the Chicken Pita, Gyro Pita, and Mixed Grill Pita. They also serve simple, Mediterranean favorites like Hummus and fresh pita bread, Falafel, and a rice bowl.
Myra Harbor Cafe
1396 SE 17th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Phone: (954) 467-0363
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While Myra Harbor Cafe may be a hole-in-the-wall Greek restaurant at a strip mall in Fort Lauderdale’s South Harbors Plaza, they do serve delicious Greek comfort foods.
The inside of the restaurant has simple and tasteful sailor decorations and the staff is very friendly and attentive.
At Myra Harbor Cafe, you can have breakfast items any time of the day. So we recommend you try Harbor Benedict and the Potato, Egg, and Cheese Burrito!
From Myra’s lunchtime special menu you should try the Lasagna with Garden Salad. Don’t forget to have their Greek Special Gyro Deluxe with french fries!
Greek Spice Grill
2103 E Commercial Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
Phone: (954) 900-4773
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Greek Spice Grill is open 7 days a week from 11 am to 10 pm. The owners are from Greece and take pride in serving quality food, using the freshest ingredients.
Each dish served here is made from traditional Greek recipes with a fun and new American twist!
Greek Spice Grill highly recommends you try the Filet Mignon Naked Souvakia Platter and the Lamb Chops from the platter section of the menu.
The Vegetarian and Fried Fish Pitas are really good here. Kids have their own menu and can choose kid-friendly items like Chicken Tenders and Cheese Sandwiches.
Ferdos Grill
4300 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
Phone: (954) 492-5552
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Ferdos Grill is a cozy and comfortable Middle Eastern restaurant that serves traditional Greek foods. Every Saturday at Ferdo’s Grill, you can enjoy Belly Dancing shows.
It is a locally owned and run business that everyone should try while in Fort Lauderdale.
Try Ferdo’s signature grilled kabobs like the Shish Kafta and Shish Kabob. The Lamb Chops from Ferdo’s classics are too good to miss out on! Ferdo’s Shrimp and Chicken pasta are what I personally recommend from this restaurant.
Greek Pastries & Deli
4701 N Federal Hwy # A15, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
Phone: (954) 776-0020
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Located near Holy Cross Health in South Florida, Greek Pasteries and Deli is open every weekday from 9 am to 4 pm and is closed both Saturday and Sunday.
This Deli was established in 1992 and serves fresh and authentic dishes made from home recipes.
I would highly recommend trying their traditional pies like the Tyropita and the Kriatopita. They have a lot of healthy wraps to choose from.
The Veggie Wrap and the Chicken Cesar Wrap are my favorites. At Greek Pastries and Deli, Greek special items include Stuffed Peppers and Lemon Chicken!
Mini Pita Mediterranean Café
1019 W State Rd 84, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315
Phone: (954) 451-5118
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Mini Pita Mediterranian Cafe is a Mediterranian restaurant that is cozy on the inside and has sidewalk seating on the outside. The staff here are praised for their fast and efficient service.
Mini Pita is the perfect place to have lunch and dinner and is open every day from 10 am to 2 am!
In this restaurant, you can enjoy Shwarama’s, Cheese Saganaki, Mezza. They have an American favorites section menu that offers Shrimp Tempura, Fish Fingers, and a Burger!
Enjoy desserts here like Baklava and Lady Fingers.
