The Yummiest Greek in Houston

Aladdin Mediterranean Cuisine

★★★★☆ 4.3 (1257) • $$

"Amazing food, cute and semi casual ambiance, super friendly service. It's semi-cafeteria style, you choose one meat and three sides (or four sides). The sides are all on display that you can pick, the meats they will prepare and bring it out to you. I loved everything I got (lamb gyro, beets, baba ganoush). Best lamb gyros ever it was sooo juicy and flavorful. Lamb meatball was also excellent with a little spice."

Harry's Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.8 (956) • $$

"I mean is good breakfast, good coffee, doesn't disappoint but it does not amaze me either, just another American dining spot, it's a good option, I was surprised of the good cocktail selection i had a couple and they were good.Harrys good spot 3 stars and that's all.++++++(GET THE COLADA MORADA tho, made my day)++++++"

Euro Bakery

★★★★☆ 4.4 (387) • $$

"I can't believe I posted my first review of Euro Bakery 7 years ago! Since then, there are new owners and new bakery items. With the cost of ingredients rising, their prices rose as well. I ordered a chocolate decadence cake and it was $50, but seemed smaller than what it used to be. It was a two-layer cake, but I could've sworn it used to be 3 layers back in the day. The cake was a big hit this weekend though! I didn't have a chance to try their food this time around, but there are still a lot of items from the original owners that I saw on the menu."

Helen Greek Food and Wine

★★★★☆ 3.9 (432) • $$

"We were regulars at the heights location. Finally made it out to the west university location, and wow, I can't believe I have never been here. My husband and I are foodies. We eat at all the best restaurants in Houston: Nobie's, Nancy's Hustle, Squabble, State of Grace, and this place is right up there. So glad we came in today, now we have another place to add to our rotation of faves. My recommendations: Baked Feta, and for white wine, parparoussis."

Bakkhus Taverna

★★★★☆ 4 (368)

"I was a visitor in the general area and needed to grab a quick lunch. Someone suggested Bakkhus Taverna so I decided to give it a try. Our table shared a hummus plate where we got veggies and pita bread. I also got the grilled chicken pita and subbed avocado for the cheese. It came with fries. Honestly everything was good. It was a lot of food. It came out nice and hot. And the service was so fast. Our waitress was a pro when it came to service. Next time, I might try a salad because of how stuffed I was haha."

Ekko's Greek American Deli

★★★★☆ 4.2 (267)

"If you're looking for a place that serves authentic gyros, this is the place to go. I've been to Ekko's Greek American Deli multiple times. My go to is the gyro plate which comes with a side of fries and salad. Most times I substitute the fries for extra salad. Portion sizes are great for the price!"

Olivit Mediterranean Grill

★★★★☆ 3.9 (270) • $$

"I usually order from Olivit via DoorDash but I went in person this time and was greeted by a super nice guy at the front desk. He was very friendly, answered all my questions about their menu, and even gave me an enthusiastic recommendation. I really appreciate the customer service here.I usually get the wraps from here so I followed tradition and got a gyro and also the kobbeh balls, both of which were great. I've never had kobbeh before but the crunchiness of the outside and the soft, ground beef inside made me fall in love. This place is a must-try if you want some top-tier Mediterranean food."

Gyros & Shish Kabob

★★★★★ 4.5 (193)

"This gives me a hole in the wall feeling with limited decor and just straight to the point food. The gyro sandwich is just meat, tomatoes, onions, & sauce. Nothing else if that's what you want. Eating just that will most likely still make you hungry, although you can go with the combo which includes fries and a drink."

Savvas Greek Cuisine & Grill

★★★★☆ 3.9 (251) • $$

"Favorite Greek food in this area. We always get the gyros and hummus. The owner is always there and very friendly."

Cafe Lili

★★★★☆ 3.9 (205) • $$

"Cafe Lili is an excellent choice for anyone seeking delicious and authentic Lebanese cuisine in Houston. They are located in a strip center off Westheimer, right next to one of the last James Coney Islands in town, near the Galleria. They offer both sidewalk cafe table seating as well as an expansive indoor dining area. You walk in and order at the counter, then wait for your food to be made and served tableside. The staff has always been beyond welcoming and helpful. If you don't know what to order, or what exactly something is that's listed on the menu, they're happy to step in and help you figure things out. There's never been a lengthy wait time, and can't recall any other issues with service. The food covers many Lebanese staples as well as other Mediterranean go to's. Tabouli, Hummus, Greek salad, Turkish coffee, Falafel, kabobs, Lebneh, stuffed grape leaves, schwarma, meat pies, and so much more. Also, their lamb chops are fantastic when available. It's also important to note that they have a rotating special, so make sure to keep an eye out on what's being offered that day. All in all, Cafe Lili is high up on our list of options for Mediterranean fare, and our #1 for Lebanese in Houston."

Shawarma Grill & Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.2 (168)

"Food was excellent! Service was great. Inside is not anything nice but if you want quality food and service it's perfect."

Dumar's Mediterranean Grill

★★★★☆ 4.1 (160) • $$

"The prices are definitely reflected by the quality of the meat here and the service 9/10! Went in for just a gyro and the meat was so tender and flavorful it was amazing; plus the kind people working at the front got it to me in under 2 minutes, and it was steaming hot 5 minutes later still when i opened it! Great experience can't wait to try again"

Spring Branch Burger Shack

★★★★☆ 4 (162)

"So I came to try this place out and the burger was really DELICIOUS!! They have waffle fries that come with your burger on the side (I don't think they give you too many fries but I'm looking to portion control so it was okay with me) Everything tastes made to order, fresh and the bun is very soft. This is one of those burgers that you bite and juices are dripping down your hand, lol. I personally think that's a sign of a good burger. They have indoor and outdoor seating and on this day they had a dj on the patio which was cool bc it was a pretty day. The only complaint/s I have would be that we wanted 1 normal meal and 1 kids meal, because neither of us were under 12, they add $2 to the meal and take away the soda. So you basically should buy the adult combo which would then be the same amount of money but you'd still get kids meal. Really doesn't make sense to me. I should still get the soda if I'm paying $2 more or the cost shouldn't be as much as the adult meal. Ended up ordering mozzarella sticks which were $8 and they give you a lot but ours came out looking fresh but the cheese In some of them was still cold - kind of a bummer.Other than that service was quick and I'll prob be back for the burger because it was really good. Pricing is comparable to other burger joints but more fries would be great. They give u the burger meal on this wooden mini cheese board so not much fits on it. Pics attached"

Chatter's Cafe & Bistro

★★★★☆ 3.7 (189) • $$

"Quiet little spot near Washington Ave. stopped in around 3 on a Saturday afternoon. Besides a baby shower that was going on the place was relatively dead. Ordered the hummus to start. It was a very generous portion with a lot of pita bread. Could have used more veggies, but can't complain. The hummus tasted fresh like it was made in house. Ordered the fish n chips as my meal. Some of the best I've had! The fish was perfectly fried (not to greasy) and the fish was light and didn't crumble when you cut into it. The sauce that comes with it has the perfect kick needed to make the meal just right. I will definitely be back for another round, next time the craving hits!"

Simply Greek

★★★★★ 4.8 (84) • $$

"So ..... I forgot to put the bakers in the oven... so Gyros it is! Manny's in Copperfield has been closed for a while so we decided to try Simple Greek gyros in Cypress off Telge Rd. Which is UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT!Terry, the new owner, greeted me with a smile as I walked in. Looking around at his quaint little shop, it was hard not to smile. It was beautiful and clean. At the front there was a chalk board you could sign/doodle on. On the left side there was a small 5 table seating area, with what looked to be huge seaside silk like painting. The restrooms were in the back. On the right wall there was another huge silk like painting of a Greek column. The kitchen area was small and clean. For dinner we chose the traditional Zeus gyros, a blend of lamb/beef, lightly seasoned, lettuce, tomato, red onion and homemade tzatziki sauce, although there are a few others to choose from. We also got a Zeus gyro platter, that included a salad and side. The Greek salad we chose had romaine lettuce, fresh feta, Kalamata olives, cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions topped with a little dolmade. The vinaigrette dressing was lite and flavorful. We chose the fries topped with fresh feta cheese and oregano, Greek style, as our side. I couldn't pass up the hummus, as it was also fresh made and delicious! Next time, I'm going to have to remember to get some baklava for MrM! As we chatted while our Togo order was made, I discovered Terry not only knows Manny but is long time friends with him! Not hard to believe after eating dinner. Although Terry took over about two months, the menu online, and even the sign above the entrance, have NOT been updated. They NO LONGER SERVE BURGERS, PIZZA, HOTDOGS OR WINGS. Now, it's SIMPLY GREEK food. They do have a pita grilled cheese and chicken fingers, served with fries, on the kids menu."

Athena's Corner

★★★★★ 4.9 (74)

"This place does Greek the way Greek should be done. Not only was the food perfect, but the ambiance and service was spot on. I enjoyed everything I tasted, but be warned the Athena's Veggie Chips (crispy zucchini & eggplant chips served with tzatsiki) are addictive. Try not to eat them all before your food comes, you WILL want room for your meal. My daughter and I shared them along with the 3 Dip Sampler (Tzatsiki, Hummus and Tirokafteri served with pita). The Tzatski tasted so good, it was hard to not eat it all (I love the stuff). This was a lot of food, and it was just the appetizer, so we had plenty to take home with us.I had the Gyro Plate (Slices of lamb & beef with Greek salad, served with pita bread) and she had the special of the day, unfortunately I forgot the name of her dish. Nevertheless, my daughter said the chicken was amazing and some of the best she had ever had.We both loved it so much, we went back for more the next day, because she claimed her sister needed to try it too. Excellent decision in my opinion :)And we will be back very soon, because there is much more to try."

Zara’s Mediterranean Kitchen

★★★★☆ 4.3 (48)

"I love this place. Their food is always good and so is the service. Definitely good bang for your buck. Best hummus also."

Big Bite

★★★★★ 4.8 (37)

"Looking for something to eat after a late night arrival into Houston, I was led here by Yelp. I enjoyed the gyro sample I was offered, my conversation with the proprietor about the food scene in Palestine, and the falafel wrap I ultimately ordered. Good food and good people."

Zeus

★★★★☆ 4.3 (43) • $$

"We have visited Zeus Mediterranean Kitchen during lunch time on several occassions. The staff is very friendly and the food is prepared quickly which helps when you have to get back to the office.We dined on:- Chicken shawarma plate- Gyro & Chicken Shawarma plate - Reg Hummus + Mediterranean hummus- Chicken Shawarma wrap I definitely plan on returning and recommend you give them a try."

Kriti Kitchen

★★★★★ 4.8 (30)

"So happy to have a new place for to go dinners. I tried the frozen spanakopita and moussaka. The heating instructions were on the lid and easy to follow. In 20 min you will have a nice dinner for 2 with leftovers. Only thing I would have liked more eggplant in the moussaka but overall reheated great. The spanakopita was some of the best I have had! The spinach was so tasty! Excited to comeback and try other dishes!"

Cafe Petra Greek and Lebanese Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.3 (34)

"I brought the family for my third visit, and they absolutely loved everything. My kids got a lamb shank, and it was HUGE. The lamb was so tender and in a mildly spiced sauce. It was kind of cinnamony and warm tasting. It could have fed three people. We brought tons of rice and lamb home for tomorrow. The gyro plate and the chicken shwarma plate were also big hits. The rice was perfect, the hummus and pita were so good, and we liked both the feta salad and the fattoush salad."

Cafe Petra Greek and Lebanese

★★★★★ 4.6 (20)

"Tried this newly opened place in front of Sienna and it did not disappoint. Ordered the Beef Kafta platter to go which included Greek salad, rice, hummus, and pita. The beef was flavorful and juicy and the salad was fresh with a tasty dressing. Prices are on the higher side but the portions are generous. They also offer lunch specials but be sure to get there before 230p. I ordered a few minutes after and the cashier said it was too late so I had to pay dinner prices. I'll be back to try other items to support this small biz but wish they would be a little more flexible in the future for 2 minutes."

Shamsi's Simply Greek

★★★★☆ 3.7 (19)

"Mrs. and I were in the area doing some shopping and decided to drop in for lunch. The place was clean but empty of customers. We shared a 16-inch Tikka chicken pizza. The pizza tasted great and the dough had not too much chew, which was good for us. The sole employee was also the owner. We had a really nice chat with the very friendly owner. Our only complaint was no diet Coke for sale. I hope this shack can survive because there was no foot traffic nor call in orders for pick up while we were there."

Cafe Petra - Katy

★★★★☆ 4.4 (5)

"So delightful! The environment was clean, and tidy. The service was friendly and attentive. The food was ready quick and tasted delicious. We ordered the hummus with pita, the falafel plate, and the combination chicken n gyro plate. Our drinks were fresh-we had the mango juice, unsweet tea and the Lebanese tea. We will definitely be back!"

Simply Greek

★★★★★ 4.7 (3)

"Idk about hotdogs and fries as a breakfast special (as is currently advertised in the window) but this was the lightest, most delicately crisp spanakopita I've ever had. The lady who rang me up was also quite friendly."