Greek Kitchen

There is notoriously nothing over in the midtown west area, but this place is truly a diamond in the ruff. My girl and I were walking to a show at nearby Terminal 5 as we remembered at the last minute that there is not much in that area in regards to food and bars unlike everywhere else in the city. We saw the Greek Kitchen and it was the obvious choice considering the options. Upon entering it had a very cute and authentic charm. After I got my first ouzo I was very pleased we had gone there. The food was great and not expensive. The greek salad that comes with an entree and the greek fries were awesome. We also got the seafood apatizer and the octopus and shrimp were cooked to perfection. Lamb shank was really good, and the spinach i would not order again. I will return to this place even though it is a bit out of the way. It was that good of an experience. If you are considering it I would encourage you to go. more

I come from Montreal where it is said to have the worlds best Greek food even better than Greece. The Greek food in Montreal is indeeed the best Greek I have had. For years, I have been searching for at least a decent Greek restauraunt in New York. Finally, I found The Greek Kitchen. The Greek Kitchen has very good, service, and the chicken souvlaki and the doner is very good. The only con was the Tzatziki which was just ok. Overall, Montreal still has the best Greek Restauraunts but The Greek Kitchen is the best Greek in New York. Pros: Doner and Chicken Souvlaki Good Cons: tzatziki more

This is a charming place with blue gingham checked table cloths, cherry-wood bar, and I feel as if I'm visiting some place in Europe. The food is excellent (and I'm adding the rating from my boyfriend who does eat meat; I'm vegetarian,) fresh, tasty, simple, unpretentious and satisfying in every way. Portions are generous but not super-sized. Olive oil that you can use with your pita or meal is really delish! I love their lentil soup and their very decadent vegetarian moussaka (the sauce is really rich). All of their salads are great and I also like their espresso, capucino (iced) and the lovely Greek white wine. Waiters are warm but not overbearing. I go alone for lunch later in the afternoon when it is quiet and we like to banter back and forth. There are a bunch of regulars that come in which add to the atmosphere of a homey, neighborhood place. The only con was with the fried cheese platter which was too salty and oily. Pros: Food is fresh and tasty Cons: a few dishes might be too salty or oily more

Went to Greek Kitchen for 2nd time but for dinner (first time was for lunch during week). Not that great (though it was excellent the first time around). Ordered everything I had ordered before- greek salad and cod fish appetizer. A friend ordered a simple baked or fried fish dish which tasted like basement. i think I'll go back but only for lunch. It's a cute place and service is pretty good. Pros: Nice atmosphere, overall decent service Cons: Inconsistent quality of food more

Went last night and ate a bunch of appetizers. All very tasty and fresh fresh fresh, the room is casual, the prices reasonable, the service attentive and the thought that went thru my head was ""I really don't need to go to Astoria anymore."" It's a nice breezy place and I'm looking forward to going back and trying many of the other dishes. The other thought I had in leaving was it's a fun place for groups if you're looking for a fun casual inexpensive spot that can accomodate big groups(8-14), even possibly at the last minute. more

\r The octopus was way oversalted and almost broken down (from sitting in marinde too long!) The portion MINUTE\r Gyro platter - fatty and chewy\r \r Service impersonall and slow\r Save your money\r WALK TO ASTORIA IF YOU MUST! more

Let me start off by saying I am a very picky person when it comes to Greek food as my yiayia (greek word for grandmother) lived with us when I was growing up...that being said, this place is GREAT! Saganaki exactly how my yiayia made...not that deep fried kind that most places serve...feta is so fresh and melts in your mouth and the atmosphere is fantastic as well. Good selection of wines from my dad's homeland which I love :) Great for a date or casual bite with friends..clean, friendly and open kitchen...very refreshing! Pros: Ambience, Food, Service Cons: None at all!!!! more

Terrific food - the owner has pride in the quality and authenticity. Try the stuff that is not standard fare and you will not be disappointed - it's worth taking a chance. Pros: Food, Attitude Cons: Location more

Excellent value; good food, well worth the visit, simple surroundings more

This is a cute neighborhood restaurant that has wonderful food at reasonable prices - the rosemary potatos are delicious, as is their grilled seafood! We've gone several times and never been disappointed! Great place for a casual, delicious dinner! more

Homemade food at our local Hellenic Orthodox Church festival is the only Greek cooking I have had that equals this place on this side of the Atlantic, and they do fish as well as some of the little tavernas in the Plaka. Pros: Authentic, Close to Met Opera, Accomodating more

They make OK hummus but only give one piece of pita and charge 75 cents if you ask for another. Come on guys, it's a dip, not soup...and it's just a piece of bread! more

I have NEVER been to a Greek restaurant that was such a disappointment! The food was bland, the service was inadequate and knew NOTHING about Greek food and the atmosphere was sterile. Try another place for Greek dining. Cons: poor service, boring food more

That includes Astoria. I have never been to Greece but I have had GREAT Greek food. I am happy to find a soild Greek eatery in the city, but I still pine for those in the midwest. The Greek Kitchen ranks very high on the list. However, if you have been to a Greek restaurant in Chicago or Detroit you won't be as impressed. This goes for Mexican food in the New York area too. Next time you are in Detroit or Chicago try a Greek restaurant, any Greek restaurant and you will know what I am talking about. Pros: Best in NYC more

It is a verry nice restaurant with a verry good food and service. I have been often in Greece, the kitchen was not better there. more

This is a great Greek restaurant. Its inexpensive and consistantly good. I no longer need to travel into Astoria for non-overpriced good greek food. Furthermore, the Greek Kitchen is cleaner, better run, and far friendlier than most Astoria Greek establishments. Service is consistantly good. Food is consisatntly tasty. Great place for a casual lunch or a nice pre-Lincoln Center dinner. The ambience is both classy and casual. I strongly recommend it. Pros: Inexpensive, Great Food, Good Service Cons: Crowded Lunches more