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| - I've been here a few times and haven't had a bad experience, although I have overindulged once or twice and felt like garbage afterwards.
The gyros and souvlaki are very tasty and very affordable, with some of the lowest prices on the Danforth. The Greek fries are a bit of a guilty pleasure.
I'm no authority on Greek food, but I have heard a couple of locals call Messini a "fast food" Greek joint. I don't know if the slight is due to the food, the decor and/or the fact that it's always so busy and other places are jealous. Regardless, I don't care: it's cheap and it's good.
One of my biggest gripes has been the cleanliness. It's not the cleanest place, but they recently shut down for a week for some repairs and it seems to have improved. Look, ma - no holes in the leather bench seats anymore! (Not in the booth that I was sitting in, anyway).
Plus, the pace of the restaurant is very quick and loud, with so many customers coming and going. That's a bit of a pain because sometimes you don't feel like you can sit and relax. You feel pressure to eat quickly and GTFO. So, if you're looking for a relaxed, sit-down meal with a significant other or whoever, Messini may not be the place for you.
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