Is there anywhere in the Philly area to get good Greek food?

Question

I lived in Chicago for 9 years and you can get any kind of food you want and it is all good!! The only thing Philly has as their claim to fame is the damn cheese steak. Ok, it is a good sandwich, but I need variety and more than just a sandwich!! Greek, Mexican, etc.

Answer 1

Alyan's
Greek, Middle Eastern | Casual | Inexpensive
Alyan's caters to all your Middle Eastern needs. With seating available inside and out Alyan's offers great and unique dishes at a dirt-cheap price. 603 South 4th St.
Philadelphia
[phone]
Hours
7 days (lunch and dinner)
Reservations
Not required


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Byblos
Greek, Mediterranean | Casual to Dressy | Moderate
Byblos has a clublike vibe, with a touch of the Middle East. The menu is a bit schizophrenic, offering Greek and Middle Eastern dishes cooked by one chef and French, Italian and Spanish fare by another. 116 S 18th St
Philadelphia
[phone]
Hours
7 days (lunch and dinner)
Reservations
Not required


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Dmitri's
Greek, Mediterranean | Casual to Dressy | Moderate
The cooking's not as sharp as at the original, but the affordable menu of fresh Greek seafood is still worthy. 2227 Pine St
Philadelphia
[phone]
Hours
Tue.-Sun. (Dinner Only)
Reservations
Not Available


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Dmitri's
Greek, Mediterranean | Casual | Moderate
Among the best for simply prepared fresh seafood. 795 S 3rd St
Philadelphia
[phone]
Hours
Tue.-Sun. (Dinner Only)
Reservations
Not Available


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Effie's
Greek, Mediterranean | Casual | Moderate
Authentic Greek home cooking in a tiny, charming townhouse. 1127 Pine St
Philadelphia
[phone]
Hours
7 days (dinner only)
Reservations
Not Available


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Estia
Greek, Seafood | Very Expensive
The grand theater-district space left by Toto is now an elegant Greek seafood palace decked in Jerusalem limestone, rustic wood beams, and a display of imported Greek fish, the kitchen's signature. The whole fish are exquisite, but high prices and a limited menu have kept the vast dining room feeling empty. 1405 Locust St.
Philadelphia
[phone]
Hours
Lunch: Mon.-Sat.; Dinner: Nightly.
Reservations
Not required


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Manayunk Diner
Greek | Casual | Moderate
A "good ole Greek diner" owned by Tom Konidaris, owner of Zesty's at 4382 Main Street in Manayunk. 3720 Main St
Philadelphia
[phone]
Hours
7 days (breakfast lunch and dinner)
Reservations
Recommended


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Meze
Greek, Mediterranean | Expensive
Traditional Greek and Cypriot flavors are presented in refreshingly elegant ways at this surprising new Bella Vista BYO. From halloumi ravioli in mint pesto to braised meats perfumed with cinnamon, it marks an exciting debut for Cyprus-born chef Konstantinos Pitsillides, and affable owner-maitre d' Joseph Oliveira. 767 S. 9th St.
Philadelphia
[phone]
Hours
Dinner: Tuesday through Saturday.
Reservations
Recommended


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Mokas
Greek, Mediterranean | Casual | Moderate
Mokas offers a Greek-oriented menu that includes grilled fish (whole and fillets), kabobs, and pastas. 3505 Lancaster Ave
Philadelphia
[phone]
Hours
7 days (dinner only)
Reservations
Not required

Answer 2

I am Middle Eastern, live in DC, but spent a few years in Philly, and went out on the town a lot. I think Philly has some fabulous food if you pay. Unlike NYC, the less expensive restaurants are not so good, and, most of all, not authentic. Philly's ethnic groups tend to be older immigrants and have very much americanized the food. One Middle Eastern place I liked and which is very close to Greek (it's actually Lebanese) was called Sahara Grill. It's on the southern side of Walnut Street, East of Broad street. Reasonable, good food, boring atmosphere, and the most orientalist pictures ever! Lebanon has no camels nor desert.

Answer 3

Dmitri's2227 Pine Street
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Phone: [phone]
Map and Directions
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The Details
Cuisine
Greek, Mediterranean
Average Entrée
Less than $12
Alcohol
Full Bar
Reservations
Lunch Not Needed
Dinner Not Needed The Overview
With its no-reservation policy, Dmitri’s—the funky BYOB Queen Village location, or the more grown-up, full-bar Pine Street spot—can easily turn into a whole evening’s investment. But it’s worth the wait. The grilled octopus will call you back again and again: tender and charred, splashed with vinegar and oil, salted, sprinkled with parsley. This is quintessential bargain cuisine. The Mediterranean Meze combination, a $12 bonanza of hummus, tarama salada, tzatziki, baba ghanoush, skordalia and beets, is a meal all by its lonesome.

Insider Tip
Because the 3rd Street location doesn’t have a bar for would-be diners to wait at, regulars head across the street to the casual bar at the New Wave Café.

Answer 4

South Street Souvlaki

509 South Street
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19147


This restaurant serves you a Greek fare. Expect the average entrée to cost roughly $8 to $12.
Atmosphere: The eatery has an authentic décor The place has a friendly atmosphere.

Eating & Drinking: Open for lunch and dinner.

Details to Note: Reservations are necessary for groups. Carryout is available. Smoking is permitted in smoking areas. Entrances and walkways are wheelchair friendly.

Ways to Pay: Cash, MasterCard, Visa and American Express

Hours of Operation: l, DINNER: 11-10 Tue-Thu, til 11 Fri & Sat, noon-10

Answer 5

Philly has more claims to fame in food than cheesesteaks. Besides the trendy restaurants, there is a mecca here of ethic foods, and not just in center city. The city proper is over 500 square miles.

There are also many types of foods that you take for granted that started here. You just have to know where to go to get the best.

Answer 6

Estia

1405 Locust St.
Philadelphia
[phone]

Expensive, but worth it!

Answer 7

DMITRI'S 795 SOUTH 3rd ST. 625-0556

Answer 8

philly has tons of great restaurants, ask or do some research.

Answer 9

You could try Chipotle. _