This place is fantastic if you're looking for a wider selection of Greek cuisine than Souvlaki and Gyro. Astoria may be a well-known hub, but you really owe it to yourself to branch out a little, and try something new!
The setting is great, decor unique, staff is very attentive and friendly, and this place is welcoming to families and large groups.
My recommendation is to order several starters after their namesake, Mezes (sounds familiar, right? You already speak SO MUCH GREEK already!)
- taramasalata, one of many fantastic dips served with pita bread with a great unique flavour. Don't be turned off by the sound of fish-roe!
- spanikopita (span-ee-co-pita, NOT span-iko-pita) or tiropita (tear-oh-pita) with flaky filo pastry, nom!
- dolmades (dole-mawd-as), stuffed grape leaves just packed with flavour!
- avgolemono (ave-oh-lem-ono) lemony chicken soup, just like Yia Yia makes it
- grilled calamari
To my surprise, they even have a separate gluten-free menu, and were very happy to accommodate my allergy by providing me with sliced cucumber so I may also enjoy the dips!
Keep in mind, portions are small for many starters, excluding the dips. Mains are generously portioned, and doggie-bags are mandatory.
Mezes had a steady line by 8:00pm (Greeks eat late!)