Avra Madison

The environment is beautifully decorated. A lot of artificial flowers are used for decoration, and there's no way around it since flowers are quite expensive in the US. The service is very attentive. They changed the tablecloth when the table got dirty and refilled hot water twice. The hot water here has lemon slices in it, which is more than what other restaurants offer. The soup of the day is very similar to the dough slice soup my grandmother from Henan used to make. It's such a familiar taste. The crab leg cake is incredibly delicious, with the sweetness of crab legs combined with the aroma of cheese. The lamb chops are grilled to a perfect state of being crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.

This is the first Avra location we visited in the city, and we were immediately struck by its warm, intimate atmosphere--such a lovely contrast to the more crowded Rockefeller spot. If you're hosting out-of-town guests, the Rockefeller location might be the better choice, but for a special date night, this place is absolutely perfect. The decor is stunningly romantic, with every detail adding to its charm, making it an extremely cute and inviting daily spot. On top of that, the Mediterranean food was not only very good but also incredibly fresh, with flavors that left us wanting to come back again and again. It's clear why this location holds such a special place for locals!Our server was extremely thoughtful, too--when they saw me carrying in a bouquet of flowers, they even provided a vase to make our evening even more special. It's clear why this location holds such a special place for locals!"

One of my top spots for Greek! The 48th Street location was the first in NY, and I've been there many times, but the Madison location has a completely different vibe--swanky and beautifully decorated! That said, everything here is fantastic, and you won't be disappointed!Greek Salad of course, Octopus, Saganaki, Gulf Shrimp, Avra Chips, Chilean Sea Bass Souvlaki, King Tiger Prawns, Branzino, Langoustines, and Lobster Pasta! Just order them all!

I had an impromptu lunch with my team at Avra earlier this week and shockingly we didn't have an issue securing a reservation for 9 people during lunch! When we arrived we were promptly seated in the back. Our server was kind and explained the prix fixe and specials. We all enjoyed our dishes. Must have included the Swordfish, Greek salad, salmon, and soup special. Overall, great experience!

My first visit to Avra was a fantastic experience! Although it wasn't too busy, I'd still recommend making a reservation just to be safe. I stopped in for lunch and opted for their lunch special, which is an incredible deal--just $38 for a starter, entrée, and dessert. Perfect for a business lunch!The meal started with complimentary pita bread/chips and hummus, which was a nice touch. I chose the Greek salad as my starter, and it was absolutely amazing--fresh, simple, and bursting with flavor. For my entrée, I had the fish of the day, a perfectly cooked rainbow trout that was flaky and delicious. I wrapped up the meal with a strawberry cheesecake that was just the right amount of sweet to end things on a high note.The service was good overall, though it felt slightly rushed toward the end, which was surprising given how quiet it was. That aside, I'd definitely recommend Avra and look forward to coming back!

If i give 5 stars for something-- take it seriously. Go during the prix fix menu time! It is worth it every penny. $38 for 3 courses was a brilliant deal. I tried calamari for the first time and my fried gave it a big approval. Super fresh. The swordfish is more flavorful than branzino, but regardless, both are stellar. The salad in the first course was okayish-- feta outshined everything and was fantastic. I am in love with their olive oil. Their orange cake at the end was equally stellar and the right size. Friend said the whiskey sour was done super well, and i agree for the passionfruit mocktail as well. However, don't get their coffee-- it's not worth it.

Looking for overpriced Greek food, big vibes, and strong martinis? Avra's your spot. Expect a crowd of finance and Wall Street types just getting off the train, along with plenty of girls' night out groups. Avra has the vibe--think loud, bustling, and perfect for celebrations, big groups, and people-watching. If you're after authentic Greek, you might find better spots elsewhere, but for a fun night? Avra delivers.They recently opened Penelope next door, ideal for the "I'm kind of buzzed and don't want to go home yet" crowd. You'll find a mix of post-work regulars, folks on the prowl, and interesting characters galore. Great for happy hour, where you're likely to get... absolutely no work done. Try the martini (or two).

Made a day-of dinner reservation on a Saturday cause we were craving Mediterranean food and we enjoyed another Avra location by Midtown which we enjoyed but ended up liking this place even better! Service was what you'd expect at a more upscale restaurant - attentive, prompt, and friendly.For food we got the filet mignon and the swordfish as our entrees which were both great. Filet mignon was cooked exactly how I liked it and they did give me a heads up that it's just the steak so would be best to order a side which I did. Swordfish was great as expected as well. For dessert I got the olive oil cake which was also good but the greek yogurt was actually one of the best I've ever had!The vibe of the place very nice. A good mix of mid sized groups and pairs with everyone enjoying themselves. Recommended for those looking for a good mediterranean place!

Holy hell, this place was incredible. I was referred there by a client so myself and two of my coworkers went. We had oysters for an appetizer, which, how can you screw up oysters? I had the swordfish, one of my coworkers had Chilean sea bass, the other one had the ahi tuna. Everything was done to perfection with great flavors. The waiters are very old school in that they don't become part of the experience or the conversation, they just quietly take care of things like you don't even know they're there. I will definitely be back the next time I'm in town

I love a good Greek restaurant. There aren't enough in Manhattan, but a good share of them in Astoria.I digress...This place is a fav. From the Chilean sea bass to the Mighty Aphrodite to their house vino to the Dover Sole, to the Branzino? I'm never disappointed. Service is top notch and everyone who works there is extremely friendly. Plan to continue supporting this business indeed.