Mezes is an ideal location for a relatively small group. 4-6 people is a good number because you can order various dishes from the mezes menu and taste everything.
MUST TRY:
- Grilled Kalamari
- Garides Rodou (shrimps with tomato and feta sauce)
Recommended:
- Kria Poikilia (Dip platter)
- Saganaki (flambeed cheese)
- Lamb Chops
- Dolmades
- Kalamari Gemisto (good, but not an improvement on the grilled version)
(I haven't tried any of the pites. Athens pastries is so good that I'm scared to compare.)
I was not particularly impressed with the octopus. Not that it's bad.
Service has been solid, but it's based on a small sample size.
The dishes are fairly expensive. But it still compares favorably to something like Tapas, where the portion sizes are smaller.
Also, I recommend ordering things piecemeal... start with the dip platter and Grilled Kalamari. Then order more, working your way up to the heavier platters. That way the food comes out continuously but at a slow pace. You end up eating less and enjoying the food and the experience more.
Also, if you really love a particular dish, you can order another one before you're full.
It's a good idea to call ahead for reservations.