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I've been coming to this Greek restaurant since before I can remember, and though it's nothing spectacular, it's my downright favourite stop for comfort food. A lively, family friendly atmosphere, with great staff, great drinks, great food, and the occasional spout of flaming cheese. Opa!
Anyways, I've tried a lot over the years, so I'll just highlight my favourites.
First - the tzatziki. Oh my. It's thick (unlike the watered down variations that I've unfortunately experienced elsewhere), incredibly flavourful, and easily the most addictive thing on the menu. It comes in a moderately sized portion, and it's seems like too much at first, but you'll finish it. And then order another. I swear to God, I could eat a plate of the stuff with a spoon. But hey, I guess on pita is the more 'polite' way to go about it. You get the gist, though - it's the best in Toronto, easy. Even though your breath will smell terrible for the next eight weeks.
Second - the grilled calamari. GIRL. I only started ordering this one recently, as I've never been that enthusiastic about fish, but I regret waiting until now to try it. The spices are spectacular, and mix flawlessly with the tzatziki. Well, anything mixes well with the tzatziki, but this is particularly great. Plus, it's never been chewy or overcooked in all the times I've tried it.
Third - the chicken souvlaki. It's been my go-to order for years, and I've yet to be let down. The chicken is well spiced and tender, and the veggies are nice and fresh. It even has loads of - you guessed it - tzatziki stuffed inside. My one critique? The pita can be a bit hard, depending on the batch you get. It's a touch hit or miss in that department. Not like it's stale or anything, it can just occasionally be a bit firmer than I prefer. Regardless, it does little to diminish a great dish, and I would certainly still say that it's one worth ordering.
Fourth - the greek salad. Now, I'm a sucker for a good greek salad, and this is one of my favourites. Fresh lettuce, delicious dressing, and a mountain of feta? Who could ask for more. It goes perfectly with any meal or by itself (though the meal-sized portion is absolutely massive), and you might even want to try mixing it with some tzatziki. No, I'm not a lunatic. Just try it, I promise.
So, if you and your family are ever near the Danforth, do yourself a favour and come to Astoria. Then order eight plates of tzatziki to go, and maybe drop a few off a my place.
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