Heaps of feta, fish and fine flavours; when it comes to delicious cuisine, Greece has it covered. From all-day Aegean bistros in Chelsea that'll kick-start your day with shakshuka topped with hummus, down to high-end restaurants that bring subtle flavours of the Mediterranean to the city, we'll have a pitta that, please. This is why we've compiled a guide to Greek restaurants in London that we love and know you will too.
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Last updated on 19th November 2024
Transport your taste buds to the heart of Greece with a vibrant Greek-inspired menu from Essi at The Adam & Eve, nestled in the heart of East London. Savour the rich, aromatic flavours of the Mediterranean with dishes like a perfectly smoked aubergine and octopus bolognese.
Enjoy these dishes in a relaxed, welcoming pub setting where every bite is a celebration of sunny Greek islands and delicious food.
If you're on the hunt for the best Greek restaurant in North London, then you'll find it while wandering up Regent's Park Road. Sporting Art Deco lettering above a dark wooden door bookended by vibrant paintings of citrus fruits is Lemonia, a pretty eatery that's been around since 1979. Inside, you'll find a main dining area reflective of a Mediterranean courtyard, boasting dangling foliage and bursts of natural light. Here you can devour authentic plates of food paired with wine, such as halloumi souvlaki, octapodi (a salad of fresh octopus in olive oil), and flakey layers of baklava soaked in honey for dessert.
When it comes to finding a fantastic Greek restaurant in Central London, modern dining spot Ospo is right up our street. With a name that's ancient Greek for delicacy, it certainly provides food of that ilk, with a contemporary perspective and flare for high-quality, seasonal ingredients, most supplied directly from Greece. On the ground floor, you'll find a crisp, white-tiled bar sporting blue sketches of famous dishes; it's home to a selection of authentic liqueurs used in signature cocktails like an Aged Negroni, which is left for six months in an oak barrel to give it its distinct flavour. The dining area is comfortable; large marble tables are the centrepiece, topped with mouthwatering dishes such as ox tongue with tomato, egg and lemon 'giouvarlakia' lamb dumplings, plus octopus 'stifado' alongside black-eyed beans and caramelized onions.
Brought to you by the same team behind the Michelin-mentioned Mazi is Suzi Tros, a Northern Greek-inspired restaurant taking inspiration from Thessaloniki. Modern interiors cover the dining room from wall to wall, with simple mirrors, wooden beams and geometrical flooring. Its name directly translates as 'Suzy you eat' and comes from the famous Greek movie 'Pariziana' and, located in the neighbourhood of Hillgate Village, it provides a relaxed bistro where dishes are designed to be shared atop pretty brown tables. Tuck into moreish plates of tzatziki, spicy whipped feta, sea bream carpaccio and crispy fresh calamari alongside a handmade parsley mayo. It's imperative to leave room for dessert as the coffee profiteroles with a dark chocolate ganache are not to be missed, as well as the Summer in Hydra cocktail, made up of ouzo, cucumber, honey and mint.
Opened by Peter Waney and his brother Arjum, who have gone on to acquire and revamp the award-winning Oblix at The Shard and Coya in Piccadilly (to name a few), Meraki is a swish restaurant slinging out scrumptious Greek and Mediterranean food. The space oozes warmth and cosmopolitan energy, decked out with chandeliers and monochromatic images between brick-lined walls. Boasting a bar, dining area and living room, it provides a number of spaces to suit its guests' needs. The menu includes dishes made with authentic ingredients sourced straight from Greek regions, such as tomatoes from Santorini and butter from Crete. At its helm is global head chef Sanjay Dwivedi who is behind soulful plates of yellowtail ceviche, butterfly seabream and beef cheek tagliatelle with black truffle. Before diving straight into moreish mezze, sip on some bespoke cocktails, such as The Volcanic, made with Volcan Blanco tequila and Mastic Tears, or the Demeter's 'Exotic Field', containing a homemade fruit blend and chilli syrup.
When it comes to the best Greek restaurants London has to offer, Kima is a front-runner. Decorated with simple interiors that include golden accents and dark panelling, it's the ultimate destination to immerse yourself in some of the freshest seafood around. Founded by managing director Andreas Labridis and executive chef Nikos Roussos (whose career boasts two Michelin stars), it adopts a 'fin-to-gill' approach to its cooking and wasting as little as possible. Delight in beautifully presented plates of sea bream shank fricassee, aged tuna steak or take a chance on the catch of the day. Finish off with a classic cocktail, a glass of Greek wine, or a tipple from its large sake selection.
