Top 10 Greek Restaurants And Tavernas In New York City
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Thanks to a number of pioneering restaurateurs and award-winning chefs, New York City is now home to a vibrant community of Greek dining spots. Whether looking for traditional fare or a contemporary take on classic dishes, our guide to NYC’s Best Greek restaurants and tavernas will happily fill you up.
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1. Taverna Kyclades
Restaurant, Greek
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Located in the Queens neighborhood of Astoria, Taverna Kyclades is widely regarded as one of the area’s premier destinations for authentic Greek cuisine. The restaurant is named after the beautiful Cyclades Islands in Greece and accordingly, it boasts a reputation for first-rate fish dishes such as swordfish and vegetable kebabs and the Kyclades special; stuffed clams and shrimp, lobster tail, sole and scallops.
2. Anassa Taverna
Bar, Diner, Restaurant, Greek
3. Kefi
Restaurant, Greek, Mediterranean, Vegan, Gluten-free, Vegetarian
![Kefi, New York](https://cdn-v2.theculturetrip.com/10x/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/1946468.webp)
4. Ammos Estiatorio
Restaurant, Mediterranean, Greek, Seafood
5. Ethos Gallery 51
Restaurant, Greek
6. Molyvos
Restaurant, Greek, Seafood
7. Nerai
Restaurant, Greek, Contemporary
8. Periyali
Restaurant, Greek
9. Thalassa
Bar, Market, Restaurant, Greek, Seafood, Mediterranean, Vegetarian, Gluten-free
10. Yefsi Estiatorio
Restaurant, Greek, Mediterranean