Eleni's Greek Taverna

Once again wonderful friends have introduced us to an excellent Springfield restaurant! Eleni's Greek Taverna is literally a hidden gem. We had the Cheese Saganani (fried cheese) that was served flambé at the table! The cheese was served with pita. The Greek Garden side salad of course has the mandatory feta cheese, fresh and crisp greens and an herbed creamy dressing. The Mousaka [sic] was the best in the region! Eleni's Mousaka is a huge portion of this classic Greek casserole dish. As described in the menu it is made with layers of potatoes, eggplant, seasoned ground beef and topped with a creamy bechamel sauce baked to golden perfection. I'd go back for that for done in or carry out! Other dishes enjoyed by our party were the gyros platter with lots of crispy fries and a Greek omelette, both of which were devoured and obviously enjoyed! Did I mention that Eleni's serves all day breakfast? We will need to go back soon to explore more of that part of the extensive menu.The atmosphere was very family! Our waitress is the mother of Eleni's and is familiar with our friends. She was glad to see them and asked about happenings in their lives, and our friends reciprocated the conversation. Where were introduced as friends and were addressed by our first names during the meal, true to a Greek family gathering.We had an amazing time and enjoyed the white and blue themed paint surrounding the Greek decor that lent a special ambiance.Prices for these very large portions of very well made Greek food were very reasonable, making our meals a high value for the dollar.We must return to try all of our Greek favorites and Eleni's specialties! I'm sure it will become a favorite place.

Been to this place a few times. Parking is congested in this shopping center but you'll always find a spot. Interior is pretty no frills, booth seating. The chicken souvlaki was decently flavored and cooked. The potatoes are a bit bland, but I really like the tzatziki sauce. Everything is really tangy with the lemon juice. Another time we got Lamb Kapama for dinner. I was interested in lamb shank and they said this was the lamb shank dish. I've never had it prepared like this before-- it was very tender and fell apart, but I wasn't a huge fan of the cinnamon and spice flavor of the sauce. The green beans were good, on the lemony side, and rice was just okay. Overall would come back--they have all the Greek staples and they are pretty quick with service both dine in and for carry out.

Eleni's Greek Taverna - A Perfect Post-Pickleball Refuel!After a solid pickleball session, my appetite led me straight to Eleni's Greek Taverna, and it did not disappoint. You know that feeling when you just want some good food, chill vibes, and a place to refuel? This place has all of that and more.I'm pretty easy to please when it comes to Greek food, so seeing gyros and steak and cheese on the menu had me hyped from the start. We got to choose our own booth (always a plus), and our waitress was super friendly -- making sure we had everything we needed without missing a beat. The Commander's game was playing on TV, so it felt like the perfect mix of good food, good service, and a relaxed atmosphere.I went with the classic gyro, which was flavorful, juicy, and wrapped in that warm, soft pita that hits the spot every time. The steak and cheese was just as satisfying, packed with flavor and perfect for a post-game meal. I tried fasolakia (Greek-style green beans) for the first time as a side, and I gotta say, it was a pleasant surprise! Simple, tasty, and balanced perfectly with the fries and potatoes on the side.Eleni's is one of those places that just makes you feel at home -- great food, welcoming atmosphere, and the perfect spot to hang out, watch the game, and enjoy some quality Greek dishes. If you're in the area and need a spot to unwind and eat well after a game or just because, do yourself a favor and check it out. Trust me, you'll leave happy and full.

Excellent little Greek diner. Great menu options, breakfast all day. Decent prices. Greek salad was delicious, with a house made dressing served in little pitchers so dressing lovers can get as much as you need. Very accommodating to our large group of about 10.

We absolutely love coming to Eleni's Greek Taverna any time we visit Virginia. It's a staple of there community. The owners and staff are the best !! So friendly and they make you feel like family . The food is ridiculously good . From breakfast to dessert there isn't a single item that we got that we were ever disappointed in . The chef Vasilie is a wonder in the kitchen. The ambience is authentic Greek , the blue and white colors and painted mural make me feel as if I'm sitting in a Mediterranean tavern by the ocean . Their prices are very reasonable and there's plenty of parking ! Can't wait to visit again !!

As a big fan of Greek food, I found the food here to be pretty average overall. The one standout was the lamb kapama--so tender and very delicious. Unfortunately, the service was a bit slow, even though the place wasn't busy. We had to keep trying to get the staff's attention for things. That said, they were very nice and friendly, which I appreciated.

Fantastic. Generous portions of freshly prepared Greek food. I had a Greek salad with grilled chicken and a bowl of Avgolemono soup with a glass of Retsina. Huge portions and super tasty. Pleasant and comfortable environment, easy parking. Great service too! Opa!

#1 Greek restaurant in VA! The staff is so kind and friendly it makes you want to keep coming back! The chefs breakfast was amazingly delicious, best French toast I've had in a long time. The decor made me feel like I was eating in Greece!

The food was very traditional Greek and it was just what I was looking for. Our waiter was quick and came over several times to check on us and refill drinks. I had the grilled octopus appetizer and it tasted great. My entree was the Eleni's Greek tour and it had huge portions of moussaka and pasticcio with potatoes and spanikopita. Liked it a lot. It also came with a soup or salad and I opted for the soup since it was this lemon chicken orzo soup and it was delicious even though it was 90° weather outside. Definitely will come back here.

This is a homey, family run, Greek specialty restaurant. This is a true community favorite with many, many regulars who have come to know each other over the years. Eleni and her mom Kathy know nearly everyone by name and treat patrons like family.Portions are HUGE, pricing is reasonable. They have NOT followed the recent industry trend to downsize portions while increasing prices. Typically, a sandwich is sizable and comes with a pile of fries. An entree comes with Greek potatoes and seasoned green beans, PLUS a starter salad or soup. Side options can be swapped in/out to your taste. Breakfast pancakes (3 large pancakes) Deluxe will add 2 eggs, nice portion of bacon/sausage/ham and a pile of home fries (they also do waffles, many omelettes, eggs Benedict, etc). Focus is on Greek flavors, staples and specialties. Unlike other family restaurants, you won't also find pizza and Italian pastas, though you will find other lunch regulars on the menu, like cheesesteaks, Reubans, and BLTs. You will find all the Greek norms ... gyros, Souvlaki, Mousaka, Spanikopita, dolmades, Greek and Caesar salads. Plus the next level of Greek staples like Beeftaki, Pastitsio, stuffed peppers, kababs, lamb chops, grilled salmon, etc. Then, their menu goes deeper into traditional Greek dishes with Ionian and Horiatiki salads, Kalamari, Keftedes and Tiropita appetizers, roasted leg of lamb, beef or lamb Yuvetsi (greek meat spicing over orzo), fish Lemonado (flounder), shrimp Santorini, chicken Panna, etc. The Seafood Pasta is a personal favorite ... mussels, clams, shrimp, scallops, and kalamari over pasta in a slightly spicy red sauce (!). Also, try the Cheese Saganaki appetizer of flaming cheese (fun and tasty). They also run daily specials (including soups and desserts) created by Kathy's brother and head chef.Finally, desserts hit the spot with baklava, and rice pudding plus try the Galaktabouriko (custard pastry). Beverages include wine and beer-on-tap options, but no mixed drinks or cocktails. Overall, this place more than meets the expectations of a family restaurant. Come expecting a big, hearty, flavorful Greek meal and you will not be disappointed.