Greek To-Go Taverna

What I ordered & my thoughts:

• Souvlaki Platter For 4 (₱1,795): This was the owner’s top recommendation, and it did not disappoint! It comes with two kinds of salad, flavorful rice and flesh pita.

  • The Grilled Meats: The absolute highlight of the platter is the assortment of grilled pork, beef, lamb, and keftedes (meatballs) skewers. The lamb is an absolute must-try; it has that distinct, rich lamb flavor without any gamey taste, and it is grilled to absolute perfection.

  • Karpouzi me feta (Watermelon Feta Salad): It is an incredibly unique and surprising combination! The crisp, hydrating sweetness of the watermelon paired with the savory, salty kick of the feta cheese makes it so refreshing.

  • Fresh Pita & House-Made Dips: It served hot and fresh to the table. The pillowy pita bread is so good that we couldn't get enough of it just dipping it into their wonderful homemade sauces.

• Melitzanosalata (₱280): A smoky, house-made roasted eggplant dip that reminds me a bit of local grilled eggplant dishes.

• Patates Tiganites (₱280): These are house-made, thick-cut Greek fries fried to a perfect golden crisp. They elevate simple french fries to a whole new level by topping them with savory feta cheese, giving them a wonderful flavor boost.

Overall experience:

• I stumbled upon this restaurant entirely by accident. While the location is a bit tucked away, parking is very convenient. The owner, Wahlene, runs this place with so much heart, from the vibrant blue-and-white decor down to the smallest detail like the table coasters, it is bursting with authentic Greek charm.

• The beautifully illustrated menu makes ordering easy, and the owner gives honest, excellent recommendations. Every dish arrived fresh, piping hot, and beautifully highlighted by their incredible house-made olive oil. The portions are perfect too; our group of four finished everything completely!

My review:

Even though the drive here was a bit long for us, the entire dining experience made the trip absolutely worth it. This is a passionate, small restaurant that refuses to compromise on serving authentic Greek flavors. We felt so lucky to enjoy such authentic Greek cooking, and we will definitely be back!

Reviewed by Food Hunter — just one personal take.
Until the next bite. 🍴✨