. "0"^^ . "Let me preface; I am well aware that Mike & Tony's is a Pittsburgh legend when it comes to gyros. I am a huge fan of gyros, and often go to M&T's downtown. However, when in Southside, when choosing between M&T & Lesvos...I have to go Lesvos. They're as authentic as you're going to get in Pittsburgh.\n\nThe owners are off the boat Greek. They're friendly, and will talk to you about anything & everything if you'd like; I usually sit at the \"bar\" and chat. They do a special that includes a gyro, fries & a drink for something like $7 or less.\n\nHere's how the competition between the two stacks up -\n\nMeat - Lesvos - I've only had chicken, but Lesvos wins. It's well marinated, and freshly grilled. M&T tends to char theirs too much. \n\nPita - M&T. They toast theirs with a bit more oil/butter/unhealthy goodness.\n\nSauce - tie. They're different, but I can't choose a winner. Lesvos is more authentic, but M&T has a sour-cream-crack quality about it. \n\nFries....Lesvos. No contest. They're fresh-cut, dropped when you order. M&T use frozen bagged fries. The fries are the deciding factor between the two. \n\nI really encourage you to try Lesvos if you're in the mood for a gyro. I promise that you won't be disappointed."^^ . . "5"^^ . "2"^^ . . "2011-03-21T00:00:00"^^ . "0"^^ .