Best Greek Restaurants in South Ozone Park

Tonight, I had the extraordinary pleasure of dining at MELI, and it was nothing short of a Mediterranean masterpiece! From the moment I walked in, the restaurant’s lively energy, warm lighting, and chic decor set the tone for an unforgettable culinary experience. We began with an irresistible array of appetizers—golden, tender calamari and kolokythokeftedes that were crisp on the outside, yet bursting with flavor on the inside. Each bite was a perfect introduction to what was yet to come. For my main course, I chose the lamb chops, and they were simply divine. Perfectly cooked, impossibly tender, and infused with aromatic spices, they were paired with golden Greek fries that added just the right crunch. My friend’s veal chop was equally impressive—rich, succulent, and layered with mouthwatering flavor. The service elevated the entire evening. George, our server, was an absolute delight—attentive, warm, and a true wine aficionado. His recommendations paired so perfectly with our meal that it felt like the flavors danced together. And then, the grand finale: baklava. Sweet, flaky, and drenched in just the right amount of honey, it was the ultimate indulgence to end an extraordinary dinner. MELI isn’t just a restaurant; it’s a destination for Mediterranean food lovers. If you haven’t been yet, you’re missing out on a true gem.

It was my second visit to Zaytinya, and I was not disappointed. The food is not only healthy, but was prepared in a delicious way, and impeccably presented. Service and ambience were great!

We love Greek food and everything we ordered was delicious (we ended up ordering a variety of appetizers instead of entrees). Some of the menu items were ones that we'd never seen on the menu of other Greek restaurants, and like that the menu showed what items were vegan (we aren't but have plenty of friends who are). Our waiter took excellent care of us and was kind to comp our dessert for my wife's birthday.

Excellent service and excellent food! Always a great experience!

Fantastic food and service. A go-to spot when hosting guests from out of town or date night. They have a “seafood market” to see all of the fish available for them to prepare in the kitchen. Very fun atmosphere and top notch professional service.