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Taverna Cretekou

Taverna Cretekou

Greek Restaurant$$$$
Old Town, Alexandria
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    Ranked #2 for Greek restaurants in Alexandria
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    Lino M.
    "With menu items from various parts of Greece, it's a culinary tour."(3 Tips)
    Christine Maentz S.
    "Lunch buffet $12.95 very tasty & authentically Greek!"(4 Tips)
    Jon D.
    "This is a cool little place, the garden in the back is a must."(11 Tips)
    Chuq Y.
    "Get the saganaki and stand back when they light it on FIRE!"(2 Tips)
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  • Lino M.
    Lino MianiMay 8, 2017
    First thing's first: the food is excellent. With menu items from various parts of Greece, it's a culinary tour. Owned by a Cypriot couple it has an authentic family feel to it. Highly recommended.
  • Michael D.heart icon on user image
    Michael DSeptember 17, 2015
    The Buffet for $12.95 is great. Food is excellent and their bread and fresh olive oil is tasty together. The garden seating is great and since I'm on vacation I will make my way back here one day.
  • Pavel U.
    Pavel UrusovAugust 20, 2013
    The garden is the best place to sit. The food is sublime. During lunch hours they have the buffet and you can have a very good lunch for the price of 2 sandwiches in Midtown Manhattan
  • Eren E.
    Eren ErmanJuly 12, 2018
    Amazing restaurant if you want to feel like you are teleporting to Greece. Great seafood and wine. The ambiance makes you feel like you have travelled to another world. Thanks Denise!
  • Penni L.heart icon on user image
    Penni LightAugust 18, 2018
    Been here 5+ times
    This is far and away the best Greek restaurant I have ever been to! It strikes a nice balance between upscale and peasant Greek specialties. A must try!!
  • Steve R.heart icon on user image
    Steve RoemermanMay 26, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    We have been eating here a long time. The food is great and the people are nice. You won't feel rushed. The lunch buffet is lovely.
  • Jon D.
    Jon DarveauMarch 24, 2012
    This is a cool little place, the garden in the back is a must. Everything our party had was really good on the menu, so dont think you can go wrong.
  • David H.heart icon on user image
    David HarrityMarch 14, 2013
    Try the Kotopoulo Me Damaskina - Chicken Breast Marinated in Dry Sherry, Lemon Juice and Fresh Spices with Finely Chopped Prunes, Mango, Papaya, Thyme, Nutmeg and Peppercorns.
  • Rachel B.
    Rachel BridgwoodSeptember 3, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    The sautéed shrimp and feta cheese appetizer for two is to diiiie for! Expensive! But way so worth it. I could it for every meal. Or just constantly without stopping.
  • Michael K.heart icon on user image
    Michael KJanuary 13, 2018
    Spanakopita is best I’ve had at a restaurant. Yia yia soup is good. Shrimp with fried feta is great.
  • Emmaheart icon on user image
    EmmaJanuary 21, 2017
    Delicious tzatziki and pita! The staff are so friendly! I would definitely go again.
  • Olivia J.
    Olivia JaneJune 30, 2014
    Delicious Greek food and great atmosphere! Definitely eat in the garden when it's available!
  • Richard G.heart icon on user image
    Richard GeerAugust 15, 2015
    Awesome food and atmosphere, get a table in the garden on Thursday night and dance
  • Olivia J.
    Olivia JaneAugust 22, 2013
    The appetizer sampler was amazing! And I'll definitely be trying some desserts next time
  • DR G.heart icon on user image
    DR GApril 22, 2015
    Absolutely lovely, shaded back garden. Feels just like our trips to Greece.
  • Julie S.
    Julie SMarch 15, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Come on Thursdays for the full on Greek experience! Live music and dancing. Opa!
  • Sarah S.heart icon on user image
    Sarah SkardaSeptember 5, 2013
    Must try the Greek sampler platter that includes the caviar dip! Heaven in your mouth!
  • Sarahheart icon on user image
    SarahAugust 6, 2019
    Beautiful atmosphere and their food is delicious.
  • Sarah S.heart icon on user image
    Sarah SchmidtOctober 21, 2014
    Authentic Greek- the lamb dishes are great
  • Annie O.
    Annie O'NeillOctober 4, 2013
    Lunch buffet is delicious. The flounder was fabulous.
  • Kylee C.
    Kylee CoffmanApril 3, 2011
    Fab Greek buffet & excellent service. Free champs for bday party f/ the owner. Get the Turkish coffee.
  • Jessica G.
    Jessica GeiszlerMay 30, 2013
    Saganaki - traditional style - is not to be ignored... melts in your mouth!
  • Shon Z.
    Shon ZJune 28, 2014
    Excellent food! Love the light fare!
  • becca g.
    becca gibsonAugust 7, 2014
    The grilled octopus is amazing!
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    TV Food MapsSeptember 2, 2014
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  • Margarita B.
    Margarita BraggOctober 16, 2011
    Best Sunday brunch buffet! This restaurant is beautiful and delicious.
  • David B.heart icon on user image
    David BaucomAugust 26, 2018
    Seafood and lamb dishes.
  • Amy M.
    Amy MorehouseAugust 9, 2013
    Get the flaming cheese & Al was FAB!!
  • Christine Maentz S.
    Lunch buffet $12.95 very tasty & authentically Greek!
  • Yuri B.
    Yuri BOctober 20, 2014
    Service is great! Food is okay, but desserts are a pass. Baklava has no layers. Our party ordered one of each and all were unimpressed.
  • Bennett S.
    Bennett StarnesMarch 5, 2011
    Satyrikon is an excellent sampler. And the Moussaka is warm & filling without being heavy.
  • Jill H.
    Jill H.September 22, 2011
    The owner is in love with our family. She gave us a free bottle...
  • Alison G.
    Alison GerverAugust 16, 2013
    Amazing crab avocado salad !
  • Merridy T.
    Merridy ToepferMay 17, 2012
    Eat out in the garden area, beautiful meal.
  • Chuq Y.
    Chuq YangJuly 21, 2011
    Get the saganaki and stand back when they light it on FIRE!
  • Steve D.heart icon on user image
    Steve DahlgrenJuly 4, 2015
    Shrimp simmered in tomatoes
  • Vanessa F.
    Vanessa FrenchDecember 4, 2010
    The garden outside is a hidden gem. Opa!
  • Laura H.
    Laura HoweMay 30, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    Eat in the garden out back. It's a wonderful little oasis!
  • Jamaal D.
    Jamaal DavisJune 22, 2013
    Dine in the garden
  • Tyler M.
    Tyler MJune 6, 2013
    Food is mediocre, most commonly overcooked. The garden is beautiful and relaxing.
  • Home Owner Solution Network I.
    Veggie lasagna
  • Marianna P.
    Marianna PoulosJuly 27, 2016
    A total rip off!! The $12.95 lunch buffet turned into $50+ They kept bringing us items that we didn't order and charged us for them. Food was poor and dolmades were canned. Stay away!!!!!
  • Maria Luisa
    Maria LuisaJuly 28, 2016
    Es deliciosa la comida y el servicio de diez probamos el bufet y exquisito todo
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