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Periyali

Periyali

(Now Closed)
Greek Restaurant$$$$
Flatiron District, New York
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  • The Wall Street Journal
    The Wall Street JournalFebruary 27, 2015
    Periyali serves upscale but unpretentious Greek food with a focus on seafood and classics such as moussaka. The grilled octopus appetizer is a must-try, and the daily fish special is a solid bet. Read more
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  • Douglas Elliman
    Douglas EllimanJuly 22, 2014
    Exquisite Greek food served in an elegant atmosphere. The staff is very good and pairing dishes with complementary wines. We love the octopus, it is always cooked to perfection.
  • Andrew C.heart icon on user image
    Andrew CJuly 14, 2018
    Got the pre-fix with octopus app was salty and chewy, but oh so good... the moussaka was overly bready, but filling was phenomenal... dessert was bleh // fish entree was fishy , great sauce tho!!!
  • Katerina A.heart icon on user image
    Katerina AnnaDecember 6, 2014
    Excellent food, great wine, good service. Apart from the stressful guy who seems to be the manager? Also, I found hard plastic in my salad :-/ A bit pricey as well, but I wanna say it's worth it?
  • Nicolette R.heart icon on user image
    Nicolette RomeroMarch 26, 2016
    Cozy find for a romantic night! Some of the better Greek in the city. Octopus, Greek salad and lamb chops were all winners! 🐙🍷
  • Annie A.heart icon on user image
    Annie AlfstadAugust 22, 2014
    Beautiful ambiance. Best grilled octopus I've ever had. Worth going just for that! But everything is delicious, one of those places.
  • Boon Y.heart icon on user image
    Boon YapMarch 24, 2013
    The Greek salad is fresh & delicious - lots of feta, tomatoes , olives. Lamb shank is off-the-bone sublime.
  • flo d.heart icon on user image
    flo deniauApril 26, 2015
    Went for lunch, an oasis in Flatiron and the food is DELICIOUS . If you love Greek food this is the place.
  • Edris N.heart icon on user image
    Edris NichollsMarch 13, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    The Greeks do not skimp on their portions so come hungry and enjoy amazing food! Well-seasoned and friendly staff!❤
  • Ya Fen W.
    Ya Fen WongNovember 29, 2017
    The octopus and branzino was so perfect 👌
  • Stephan V.heart icon on user image
    Stephan Van DamJanuary 12, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Oktaposi scharaz...the best in town. They know what they do, do it effortlessly and make a fuss. Perfect place in the hood. (4 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
  • Alex K.heart icon on user image
    Alex KeslingNovember 12, 2015
    The octopus appetizer is lovely. Be sure to dip some bread in the sauce while you're at it.
  • Becca F.
    Becca FJuly 3, 2013
    Everything tasted fresh and delicious: meatballs, garlic beets, branzini, and baklava were the highlights of our feast!
  • Judy C.
    Judy CariFebruary 13, 2014
    The octopus is not to be missed, caviar mousse and whole grilled Bronzino, head tail n all!
  • A S.
    A SSeptember 18, 2013
    Sit in the far back under the glass ceiling, so you can see the sky. Get the grilled octopus.
  • Jon P.heart icon on user image
    Jon PressmanFebruary 28, 2021
    Wonderful Greek food. Among best in the city
  • Theresa G.
    Theresa GMarch 20, 2013
    amazing! good fine, good wine, great service. must try the grilled octopus.
  • Edwina M.heart icon on user image
    Edwina McGregorMay 2, 2023
    The charcoal octopus is pretty good.
  • Stefano C.
    Stefano CalzolariJuly 11, 2015
    Authentic Greek food. Depending on the night it might get noisy a little bit.
  • Amanda K.
    Amanda KellyFebruary 17, 2015
    This restaurant is beautiful. See for yourself with the virtual tour! Read more
  • Fred W.
    Fred WilsonJuly 19, 2009
    Been here 5+ times
    you have to get the grilled octopus when you eat here. it is the best in NYC and about the best I've had anywhere in the world
  • Larry A.
    Larry AronsonNovember 27, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Still the best Greek restaurant in NYC. Good friends, good neighbors, good food.
  • SULLY B.heart icon on user image
    SULLY BONNELLYAugust 18, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Fantastic Greek restaurant, best Octupus in New York City!
  • Andrea M.
    Andrea MorenoFebruary 8, 2014
    Amazing restaurant... awesome food !!! A must try;D
  • Debs
    DebsOctober 2, 2019
    Branzino and broccoli rabe
  • Schutz
    SchutzMarch 20, 2011
    Amazing grilled octopus. You could really do an array of appetizers for dinner and be poli kalo. Sagapo Periyali.
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    🍚February 26, 2015
    Came for restaurant week and it still felt overpriced for the food. Octopus was good, like everyone said but bc it's surrounded in a butter sauce. It was overcooked a tad. Not going back
  • SULLY B.heart icon on user image
    SULLY BONNELLYMarch 18, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    The best grilled octopus in New York
  • Trey S.
    Trey SpeegleJune 26, 2011
    The grilled octopus is addictive... nice relaxed atmosphere, like a short Greek vacation.
  • Jill B.
    Jill BudinApril 24, 2013
    Amazing octopus, we had to order seconds.
  • stephanie s.
    stephanie scheperOctober 30, 2013
    roast chicken was beyond delicious.
  • Marc B.
    Marc BabejJune 4, 2010
    My favorite neighborhood restaurant, and one of the best Greek places in NYC. Dimitri, the manager, is a hoot.
  • Matt S.heart icon on user image
    Matt SilvermanFebruary 25, 2015
    Trio of dips and grilled lamb chops.
  • Marc B.
    Marc BaronApril 20, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Friendlt sraff and food is always great!
  • Claire W.
    Claire WiggillFebruary 3, 2012
    Outstanding Greek food. The octopus is fantastic.
  • Jackie S.
    Jackie ScharfJanuary 22, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Octopus was amazing :)
  • Frank R.heart icon on user image
    Frank RimalovskiAugust 10, 2017
    Standard Greek fare that is very good, but not as good as it used to be.
  • Chris L.
    Chris LDecember 19, 2016
    Preparations are homespun, even for Greek food.
  • Trey
    TreyApril 30, 2014
    Get the octopus!
  • Duygu B.
    Duygu BasaranAugust 30, 2012
    The smoked trout is pretty good!
  • Diane Lucille S.heart icon on user image
    Salmon is delicious
  • Jason L.
    Jason LeeDecember 13, 2014
    Baked feta, believe me
  • George Z.heart icon on user image
    George ZJanuary 20, 2016
    Octopus all day
  • Anthony S.heart icon on user image
    Anthony SchenaSeptember 22, 2021
    Baklava 👌
  • Jason F.
    Jason FeirmanJuly 28, 2014
    good greek
  • Stephan V.heart icon on user image
    Stephan Van DamDecember 27, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Oktapodi scharas
  • Daniela A.
    Daniela AsaroSeptember 1, 2018
    Overrated and overpriced. Skip. Dessert was definitely sitting there for days.
  • Michael K.
    Michael KimOctober 19, 2012
    Everyone is over 65
  • Daryl K.
    Daryl KleinJanuary 12, 2012
    Lamb Youvetzi
  • June L.
    June LinOctober 6, 2009
    The mousakas are really good!
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