Though dining out in Scotland might not quite be the same as sitting in a beachside taverna, there's no reason why the food shouldn't be just as good. There are plenty of places in this city to get your fix of gyros, mezze platters and souvlaki, from street food hotspots to sophisticated restaurants.
Whether you're in Merchant City, Southside or beyond, be sure to try out the very best Glasgow Greek restaurants - picked out in our helpful guide.
Best Greek Glasgow Restaurants
Yiamas Greek Taverna
Of all the Greek restaurants Glasgow is home to, Yiamas has to be one of our favourites. Located on Bath Street, they offer both a dining space on the ground floor and a bar upstairs, where you can get your hands on fantastic Greek wines, cocktails and soft drinks. Both stories feature simple, rustic decor, with exposed brick walls and wooden tables.
They claim to be the 'home of the gyros', and these feature quite heavily on their menu, with a choice of pork, chicken or seitan as your filling. They also serve moussaka, halloumi souvlaki and all kinds of mezze plates across both floors.
They're all about gyros at Yiamas Greek restaurant Glasgow.
Halloumi Central
Halloumi Central aims to bring a taste of the Mediterranean to Glasgow, with its blend of authentic Greek and Cypriot flavours. The family-run favourite is located close to George Square, serving up affordable fare all day long. As for the venue itself, expect Greek island-style white brick walls, with tiled floors and a welcoming atmosphere.
They specialise in mezze here, with small plates including roasted aubergine with fresh garlic or homemade houmous. You can also nab larger dishes for less than a tenner, ranging from halloumi and sweet potato burgers to chicken gyros.
You'll find lots more than just Halloumi here.
Elia Greek Restaurant Glasgow
If you're looking for traditional Greek restaurants in Glasgow city centre, Elia on George Square definitely fits the bill. The warm atmosphere feels just like a Greek taverna, and they've even got Ouzo to complete your experience. As well as their relaxed interior, there's a huge outdoor terrace that's perfect for the summer months.
Whether it's for a starter or as your whole meal, you can't go wrong with the mezze selection here. Think baked feta in a rich tomato sauce, spicy pork sausage or calamari, alongside larger plates such as lamb souvlaki and vegetable moussaka.
There are pretty plates galore at Elia.
Santorini Restaurant
A charming Greek restaurant in Finnieston, Santorini is named after the idyllic island. They aim to transport you to the Mediterranean through their traditional recipes and warm hospitality, in a bright and airy venue that fronts a blue and white colour scheme.
Their specialties include swordfish souvlaki, eight-hour cooked lamb and flaming saganaki, paired with signature cocktails or wine sourced from Santorini. They also offer an express lunch menu of three dishes for £14.95 - think mussels in a spicy tomato sauce, vegetable moussaka and lamb meatballs, to name a few.
Dine island-style at Santorini Restaurant.
MacTassos
MacTassos is a family-run takeaway joint that's been around since 2017, with venues in both Glasgow Fort and on Kelvin Way. They specialise in authentic Greek gyros, which they sell for only £6.90 each, alongside other tasty items.
Tuck into pita filled with halloumi, falafel, pork or chicken, alongside Greek salad, baklava and more - cooked up fresh by their friendly team.
Authentic Greek restaurants in Glasgow don't get much better than MacTassos.
The Real Greek
Part of a popular chain that can be found up and down the country, The Real Greek's Glasgow outpost is located within the Silverburn shopping centre. It's a relaxed venue filled with blue and white decor, where you'll find some seriously affordable eats.
Their weekday lunch menu costs just £12 per person, or you can you can enjoy four dishes for £20 from 5pm Sunday to Thursday. Munch your way through the likes of prawn saganaki, grilled octopus with a creamy fava dip and stuffed vine leaves from their mezze section, with larger plates available too.
The food here is real good.
Zeus
Named after the Greek God, Zeus is a street food-style haunt with two locations in the city - perfect if you're looking for Greek restaurants in Glasgow Southside or in the Alexandra Parade. They've seen a lot of success in the two short years they've been open, thanks to their laid-back, friendly venues and affordable prices.
There are Greek chefs in the kitchen, cooking up traditional dishes to showcase the best of their culinary heritage. Enjoy everything from deep-fried crispy courgettes to spicy halloumi burgers or pork souvlaki, with a range of classic desserts up for grabs too.
Zeus serves food fit for the Gods.
'Babs
'Babs is a modern, gourmet kebab house that's run by the team behind award-winning Bread Meats Bread. They create top-quality street food from seasonal and ethical produce, inspired by the rich cultural heritage of Greece, Turkey and the Levantine region.
You'll find these guys in Merchant City, in a pretty venue flaunting tiled walls and a bustling atmosphere. Choose between chargrilled seabream, house-made falafel wraps, beef doner burgers and so much more, or nab mezze platters for £20 per person.
You can count on 'Babs for brilliant street food.
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