"1"^^ . "2011-06-27T00:00:00"^^ . "1"^^ . . "4"^^ . "2"^^ . . "With all the talk and planning for our trip to Greece, my parents and I had a craving for Greek food. We always love coming to Christina's because the food is actually very good. We have been to the Mezes and the Ouzeri's on the Danforth, and sometimes, they can be all talk and no good? The only caveat to all this was the fact that Christina's was a spur of the moment decision...at 8pm on Friday...on the Danforth. We nearly gave up because parking was a zoo (the only reason why we don't come to the Danforth more...) But fate was on our side and we got parking 2 minutes away from the restaurant!\n\nFood. My family and I love ALWAYS order the Maralousalata which is the healthiest salad ever...leaves, lemon, olive oil, and chopped green onions for bite. Something so simple but so delicious. This salad is meant for sharing which is perfect. I always order their fresh sea bass selection (be sure to place your order as soon as you sit, because sometimes by the time you get to ordering, the fish can be gone!) My dad always orders the lamb chop (appetizer portion) but 3 at a time so in fact it's almost a meal...this leaves room for him to also enjoy the Maralousalata, roasted potatoes and dolmades (meat stuffed in grapevine leaves). But these food items are just a sliver of what Christina's offer...the menu is extensive and if my dishes are good, than I am sure other dishes at this restaurant are delicious as well.\n\nDrinks. We also decided to order a bottle of red and the waiter introduced us to a Greek red. We were apprehensive at first as the wines from Greece we tried were bitter, but our waiter assured us that this red was the best selling wine in the restaurant...in fact, in Paris, this was the most popular wine there was. Sold!\n\nThe wine was called Estate Hatzimichalis and it was exceptional. Only $42 for the bottle, it tastes like Welchs grape juice, but with alcohol! Not sure if I am selling it here, but what I am trying to say is this red is fruity, delicious, and not heavy which is a better option if you're having heavier Greek fan fare.\n\nAmbiance. On Friday nights, any restaurant on the Danforth would be busy, so patios are out of the question if you don't make reservations or come right at the start of dinner time. Inside the restaurant is dark and long but lots of room. There is also belly-dancing which I did not know was Greek, but all of a sudden, loud, disco Greek music blares out from the radio and this tiny girl in belly-dancing gear gyrates her hips...and so starts the performance (no smoke included...thank goodness). One act has her cover her head in a black cloth and she continues to gyrate up and down tables...asking anyone if they want to dance... (my dad kindly declined...)\n\nService is great. We always have the same waiter so it's pleasant...and he knows what we like so no menu needed for us.\n\nAll in all, try Christina's...if not for the belly dancing. The food is good, and the price not exorbitant. A meal for 3 including a bottle came out to less than $200."^^ . .