There’s no need to travel overseas to the magnificent Greek islands (we know it’s tempting!) to indulge in authentic Greek food. From a classic Greek salad with feta cheese to a chicken souvlaki with freshly made pita and tzatziki sauce, there are so many Mediterranean dishes to enjoy in the 914. We’ll let you decide which one is your favorite eatery.
Anasa Greek Kitchen
287 Central Ave, White Plains; 914.368.8828
For a taste of authentic Greek cuisine, head over to Anasa Greek Kitchen in White Plains. This hidden gem has a variety of hot and cold meze options like feta cheese, eggplant dip, a dip sampler, falafel with hummus, and zucchini chips. Warm up with lentil soup cooked with fresh vegetables and tomato paste, or savor the freshness of the Anasa golden beet salad. The Greek platters are perfect to share and include proteins like lamb, falafel, and pork.
Eliá Taverna
502 New Rochelle Rd, Bronxville; 914.663.4976
Elia Taverna is a Bronxville eatery serving fresh Greek cuisine. From cold and hot appetizers to salads and souvlaki sandwiches, this spot’s menu is packed with all the Greek dishes you’re craving. For lighter fare, the Elia salad is a solid choice — top it off with grilled chicken, gyro, falafel, calamari, grilled shrimp, or stuffed grape leaves. From the charcoal grill, go for the chicken or lamb kebab skewers with peppers and onions. Last but not least, try homemade desserts like galaktoboureko (custard filling under a phyllo dough blanket) or the warm brownie with powdered sugar.
Greca Estiatorio
189 Main St, White Plains; 914.448.8800
Greca Estiatorio is a Greek hotspot (also a Best of Westchester 2024 winner) located in downtown White Plains. Whether you stop by for lunch or dinner, be sure to try appetizers like the trio dip, sesame feta topped with sour cherry preserves, and cauliflower florets. Come hungry to savor all the flavors from the Mediterranean grill platter, featuring lamb chops, bifteki, chicken skewers, gyro carvings, tzatziki, and lemon potatoes. Seafood lovers will absolutely enjoy the seafood linguine dish filled with clams, mussels, shrimp, octopus, calamari, tomato, and a touch of cream.
Kyria
7 Purdy St, Harrison; 914.848.4641
Led by Chef Maria Lachana, every dish at Kyria tells a story of Greek heritage and heart. If you’re a fan of casseroles, you’ll love the moussaka, a classic Greek casserole with layers of eggplant, potatoes, ground beef, and creamy béchamel. Load up an order of appetizers like garlic mussels and fried calamari, and don’t forget about the assortment of dips for your pita (think baba ghanoush, hummus, and spicy feta). For your main dish, consider the lavraki, Mediterranean sea bass that’s fresh, tender, and flaky.
Lefteris Gyro
1 North Broadway, Tarrytown; 914.524.9687
149 South Central Park Ave, Hartsdale; 914.437.5200
190 East Main St, Mount Kisco; 242.8965
242 Market St, Yonkers; 914.437.8490
501 Marble Ave, Pleasantville; 914.579.2274
Hartsdale, Mount Kisco, Pleasantville, Tarrytown, and Yonkers all have the pleasure of being the site of all things Greek, as Lefteris Gyro’s menu is a spreadsheet of all your favorite seafood, gyros, dips, souvlakis, and salads. Whether you order the falafel ball appetizer, grilled octopus, broiled lamb chops, or a chicken gyro platter coupled with a Greek salad and fries or rice, you’ll find there’s a fix for everyone.
Meraki Taverna
450 Main St, Armonk; 914.219.8888
Meraki Taverna quite literally puts its heart and soul into its dishes (the Greek word “meraki” translates to doing something with passion). The menus at Meraki are abundant and include a dine-in menu, menu for kids, and specials, as well as a dessert menu. Choose from a gyro and souvlaki sandwich or platter with meat or vegetables. If you love seafood but can’t decide what to order, consider the Poseidon Platter with grilled shrimp, calamari, and octopus with Greek olive oil and lemon. Traditional desserts include classic baklava, as well as kataifi and loukoumades (fried dumplings topped with honey syrup and cinnamon).
MP Taverna
1 Bridge St, Irvington; 914.231.7854
Led by Chef Michael Psilakis, this Irvington eatery (and 2025 Best of Westchester winner) is an exciting Greek staple that’s located near the Metro-North Railroad. Food enthusiasts should absolutely try the flame-grilled pita with a variety of dips, or the classic MP chopped salad with romaine lettuce, bell peppers, onion, cucumbers, olives, and, of course, feta. If you’re dining with a large group, the Greek paella with spicy lamb sausage, mussels, clams, orzo, tomato, and sweet herbs is sure to keep everyone full and satisfied. Chef Psilakis creates specialties based on market availability, so make sure to call or visit the website to see the daily specials.
OpaOpa Fresh Greek
116 Pondfield Rd, Bronxville; 914.600.8129
At OpaOpa Fresh Greek, you can guarantee that everything is made fresh daily. Popular menu items include the chicken “K” bob served with pita and tzatziki, chicken souvlaki, Greek salad, and lamb and beef gyro. Seafood lovers will enjoy the grilled calamari, fried shrimp, salmon, and grilled octopus served with a salad. Don’t forget to taste the baklava for dessert!
Piato Greek Kitchen
173 South Riverside Ave, Croton-on-Hudson; 914.862.0806 or 914.862.0807
Whether you cater, take out, or dine in, this house of Grecian grub whips up the essentials. Experience the savory keftedes, deep-fried ground beef meatballs with a tzatziki spread. Then move over to the countless platters, meats, salads, seafood, gyros, and skewers. Discover your favorite piatos (dishes) while savoring this little slice of Greece in Westchester.
Santorini Greek Restaurant
175 Valley St, Sleepy Hollow; 914.631.4300
This neighborhood Greek spot offers homemade cold appetizers like dolmadakia (stuffed grape leaves with rice and herbs) with two sides of pita bread and hot appetizers like spanakopita (spinach pie) or falafel. Go for a refreshing Greek salad or warm homemade soups to nourish the stomach and soul. The dessert menu features the classic baklava, homemade rice pudding, chocolate pudding, and more. Santorini is open for dine-in, takeout, and delivery.
Tzatziki Greek Grill
1 Huguenot St, New Rochelle; 914.738.2737
Tzatziki Greek Grill offers endless food options for even the pickiest eaters. Choose from Titan fries topped with gyro meat or Greek fries topped with feta cheese and oregano. Kids will love the Greek mac and cheese or the tzatziki nachos (have you picked up on the tzatziki theme yet?). The dolmades (grape leaves) are a must-try, and the five-dip sampler served with pita bread and a Greek potato is an excellent choice for a shareable plate.
Bonus: Klēma
2098 Boston Post Rd, Larchmont
Coming soon
Opening later this year and led by Michelin-starred Chef Michael Psilakis (also the owner of MP Taverna), Klēma is a modern Greek and Mediterranean eatery in an inviting space. The menu will feature grilled fish and meat, seafood, and so much more. Stay tuned for opening updates!
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