Taverna Kyclades
Greek Restaurant and Seafood Restaurant$$$$
East Village, New York
"Greek salad and Grilled Octopus!...wish I could eat this everyday!!!"(29 Tips)
"... cheese), and the Spanakopita."(9 Tips)
"Amazing Octopus and Branzino!"(6 Tips)
"Chicken souvlaki, Greek salad, and spreads are all so good."(17 Tips)
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Ina LiApril 10, 2015Big portion, fresh ingredients. Mediterranean Sea bass, chicken kabob, Greek salad, and calamari. About $20-30 per person, really worth it! Also they give you free dessert (delicious Greek custard)
Jaimee EstrellerOctober 20, 2013Amazing spot if you're craving authentic Greek food. Get the grilled octopus, pan-fried sardines, and the lemon potatoes. Portions are on the bigger side too. Free dessert at the end is solid too :)
Ugur TigliAugust 8, 2021Excellent Greek food, as good as the original place, no need to go all the way to Astoria! Octopus was out of this world.
Amber NagleJune 28, 2015Everything is amazing. Get a bottle of red and a bottle of white and go in on the pita/dips, mussels, spanakopita, grilled octopus and chicken kebab. Free dessert is PERFECTION.
Berk KapiciogluMay 15, 2016The octopus is the best octopus I had in my life. The sea bass was deboned and super soft. Wine was perfect. For dessert, we had Galaktoboureko. Authentic and quality Greek cuisine in East Village.
Everything is delicious. My go to order is the octopus, Greek salad and some dips. Tzatziki and spicy feta are the best. Pita and bread complete the meal!
Susan S.August 10, 2017The grilled octopus was so good! It was cooked perfectly and had such great flavor. The bread was also crazy delicious! This places gets packed at peak hours. Take out is surprisingly quick though!
Kelly KearnsJanuary 12, 2019No reservations but worth the wait (plenty of bars nearby). Best Greek food I’ve had! Octopus, Spanakopita, and dip trio were the perfect start. Dorado was flaky and delicious.
Ernesto GutierrezJuly 18, 2015The octopus appetizer is a must. The spinach pie appetizer is out of this world. If you like fish, the Mediterranean Sea bass was superb! Fresh and tender. Greek salad is also well done.
Kayleigh HarringtonOctober 4, 2016Great for a group. The spicy feta is a must-try, as well as the Greek salad, lemon potatoes and as much pita bread as you can manage.
Elizabeth BursteinSeptember 13, 2018So good. Greek wine, grilled bread, greek salad w feta, chicken skewer, dips spread amazing! Shrimp crab dish good too
Sam GilJuly 6, 2018Best octopus I’ve had. Greek salad amazing. Saganaki cheese great. Lamb chops delicious (you get 4 not huge). Branzina very clean nice fish same with the shark. Calamari is fine.
Dr. PloinkyAugust 9, 2014I have never liked octopus...wow, the octopus was crazy delicious. Chicken was tender, perfectly spiced and sizable. Salads super fresh. Waiter was great. Best Greek in the city by far, seriously.
Aileen M.September 14, 2013Same amazing food as the original in Astoria, but on the pricier side. Good service & pretty convenient location - right in front of the L train entrance/exit. Must save room for the free dessert.
I am from Greece and I can confirm that this place has authentic greek food.My favorites: octopus, grilled calamari, shrimps, dips, sausage, lemon potatoes, fried zucchini and galaktompourekto.- Stefano GuidolinMarch 19, 2014My favorite greek restaurant in the city, everything is simple and really tasty, looks like an authentic family place in Greece! Don't forget to finish your dinner with some Ouzo ;)
I love this place, I come here almost every week. Good price, amazing food. The fish, the steak, the salads, lemon potatoes. Everything is so fresh and delicious.
Joey JSeptember 4, 2015Stuytown regular. Sea Bass with olive oil/lemon potatoes. Food is always great. Only bad thing is that the SE corner of 14th and first is a shit show. Right by the L.
SebSeptember 13, 2015Octopus is delicious but the Greek austerity measures seemed to have reached my plate though. The manager made me feel guilty of asking for more though he kindly offered a new plate. Taramasalata :-(- Michael G.August 26, 2018One of the best Greek spots in NYC but on the pricier side, especially if you order fish. Chicken souvlaki, Greek salad, and spreads are all so good.
tt tuAugust 20, 2016God yes, if you like Greek and seafood - this is definitely the place. Get that warm pita, add some octopus and a whole fish, divine darling. Love it.
Chris SchlarbJuly 23, 2014This is the only Greek restaurant I have been to that reminds me of our trip to Santorini, the seafood is spectacular, Sea Bass was as good as anywhere in Greece.
Paolo BaroneJanuary 13, 2019Excellent grilled octopus, amazing lamb chops and one of the best grilled calamari I ever had!
Elle F.October 10, 2016Highlights Include the Grilled Octopus, Tzatziki, Broiled Scallops and Kyclades Special (Scallops, Lobster Tail, Stuffed Clams, Stuffed Shrimp and Filet of Sole).
Wow. Best Greek restaurant in nyc. Been to both locations. Shrimp santorini is my favorite thing on the menu but you can't go wrong with anything.
Nick AndlingerAugust 9, 2016Really like this spot. Octopus and lamb were fantastic. Surprisingly solid inexpensive wine.
Karol RocaMay 30, 2014Start off with the grilled calamari. Best in town! Have the organic salmon and fried scallops. Mmmmmmm delish! Better than the other location in Queens.
AmateurConciergeDecember 8, 2015Solid, reasonably price Greek food. Love the Greek salad (no lettuce) and spanakopita. Fish is always fresh. Skip the greens side
Ingrid SaavedraDecember 11, 2013My fav Greek restaurant. The main location in Astoria is always packed. Try the grilled octopus, calamari, Greek salad.....everything is great and worth it
they do a fantastic job with the chicken kebob. that plus the spanakopita is a perfect meal for two.
Excellent food and service for our party of 7. Must order the calamari and pita appetizers. I even liked their beet side dish and I hate beets.
Brooke CamardaOctober 2, 2013Food was amazing. Portion sizes are enormous though so plan accordingly! (Apps are for SERIOUS sharing). And save room for the free delicious dessert!!!
Everything was extremely delicious. Octopus, fried calamari, spinach pastry are so good. Drink ouzo with fish. Mediterranean Seabass is wow!- EdAugust 9, 2016Awesome, traditional and non-pretentious Greek food! Try the grilled octopus appetizer, dips assortment and grilled sardines!
Drew NJanuary 11, 2016you can't go wrong with the octopus for an appetizer... also the lamb chops were fantastic. Say hello to Kosta, great guy!
Thomas PajorSeptember 6, 2015This place is very similar to the same one in Astoria. Excellent food. Be sure to come here hungry, the dishes are huge.
BommySeptember 10, 2013Grilled calamari, salmon, Greek salad were so good! Free dessert (galaktoboureko) at the end too :D
pixarinaSeptember 21, 2017spanakopita, pikilia, branzino, loukaniko and amethestos-all the staples, perfectly done.
chin1taNovember 2, 2016exceptional Greek food, served as though you're visiting a particularly hospitable friend's dining room. I especially enjoyed the tzatziki sauce!!!
Olessya KuzMarch 9, 2014Grilled octopus app & dorado fish are simply outstanding! The free dessert pastry served at the end is also divine. Recommend!
nadia alexanderNovember 19, 2014Octopus was excellent. Grill baby shark melt in your mouth with every bite. Atmosphere is inviting, comfortable and excellent service.
Delicious every time. Grilled octopus is a must. Any fish dish + lamb chops for your entree.- Jamie TsaoOctober 11, 2014Amazing Greek food. Generous portions. Get the Grilled Octopus, Saganaki Graviera (fried cheese), and the Spanakopita.
Margarita KrupMarch 9, 2016Delicious food!!! Worth the wait! Ordered the Octopodi, Spanakopita, Feta, Lavraki, Swordfish, Lobster and Dorata.
Eli ShowalterJuly 11, 2015The octopus starter is the best octopus I've ever had! Sea bass was fantastic too. Pretty loud atmosphere at dinner time
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