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Plaka Greek Taverna
- Price Range:
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$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Private Lot
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Takes Reservations:
- Yes
- Take Away:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Has TV:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
11 reviews for Plaka Greek Taverna
11 reviews in English
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Review from Nick S.
Plaka is a little off the beaten path. -- deep south Calgary, in a Shawnessy strip mall near Zellers and Cdn. Tire . . .
It isn't hugely visible, even standing right in front of it., but this tiny restaurant serves up fantastic Greek food, and has for years.
I assume it's a family business, as it has that comfortable relaxed vibe.
They've always treated me like family, even if I'm just there for takeout. Heck, one time they plunked a shot of ouzo in front of me while I was waiting to pick up my order. Just because.
The menu is what you'd expect from any Greek establishment, but Plaka just seems to do it better.
On a personal note -- I visited Greece a number of years ago, and I have to say: sitting in Plaka, and eating their food, brings back the restaurants I tried in Greece like no other in town. -
Review from Sabahat N.
Calgary, AB
2/28/2012 1 Check-in Here
So after an hour of boxing, I decided to regain all the calories burnt by hitting up Plaka. "Since we are in the South anyway" was the justification.
We were the only ones at 7:30pm on a Monday night. I had checked out the menu online beforehand (shhh) and knew I wanted to order the Dinner Platter for Two for me and my man. And we did.
We waited, ravenously hungry. When the food came, I literally jumped in. One bite of calamari. Mmm delicious. One taste of tzatziki. Mmm tasty. One bite of beef souvalki, one bite of chicken souvlaki... Mmm not bad. I was all over the damn platter. Yum. The spanakopita was amazing, as was the moussaka. In fact, I hogged the entire moussaka and gave none to my dining partner.
Service was meh. I asked for 2 big plates for us to put our food on, instead of the tiny side plates we had on the table, and she looked confused, then shrugged her shoulders and went "Well this is how the Greeks eat. But okay I will get you the big plates." I was thinking UMM not really. I am PRETTY sure I have had a fair bit of greek meals, being that my boyfriend and his family is Greek and I have never been served ANYTHING ona small side plate.
But, I kept my thoughts to myself. I was hungry, and I just wanted to eat. I have never had fantastic service in a Greek restaurant anyway.
I would give it a 3.5. I would go back, because I loved the food. If the service is a little bit better next time, I will bump this up to a 4. -
Review from Iscelyn L.
Calgary, AB
3/25/2012
Best customer service ever! and the food is sooo good :) will definitely be back again!
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Review from Don B.
10/5/2011
My friend and I went here for lunch yesterday due to the recommendations of my fellow Yelpers. It is a tucked away gem of a place that really does as the owner Yianni, says, "serve the best Greek food" when he brought us the menus. I told him that I have had some mighty tasty Greek food in Chicago, so I am looking forward to tasting what he has to offer. We ordered the lunch platter, which has all the Greek goodies like spanakopita, calamari, dolmates, triopta, betteki and tzatziki. It really is a complete meal in itself, but since I love moussaka and lamb I had to order them too, to split between us. After eating all these wonderful dishes to see if this really was the best Greek food any where as Yianni had said earlier. I had to tell him he was speaking the truth, that it was wonderful. The moussaka was simply spectacular with all its spices and flavor just bursting with each bite you take. The lamb looks so simply cooked, yet it is so tender, succulent and the spices the chef uses just enhance the meat making each bite taste wonderful.
In short, what a great place! -
Review from Kate M.
Calgary, AB
Efharisto Plaka!!
I had dinner here with a guest last night - our first visit - this little gem was recommended by a friend.
Located in a mini mall, the restaurant is small, maybe seating 50 people.
Blue & White, kind of kitschy decor (it's a good thing I like kitsch :)) - It's typically Greek with warm lighting and upbeat contemporary Greek music playing throughout.
I was surprised to see only three other tables in the room, as a cheery man named Yanni showed us to a table.
We had the main course platter for two, couldn't believe it was only $50!
The Calamari was delicious and the perfect texture, our Souvlaki was also very nice; tender and seasoned well. The platter came with a huge portion of Spanakopita (my fave) which was perfect. Fresh & flavourful cheese, nice & hot, with crispy pastry. Droooool :))
Last but not least, the Moussaka - Spiced Beef, Fresh Vegetables (aubergine/egg plant, zucchini/courgette, potato) and the yummiest béchamel style topping. TO DIE FOR.
The last time I had such a delicious meal of this style, was in Greece on the island of Rhodes (Rodos) in 2001. Yanni was thrilled when we told him this, and made us promise to return...
Authentic service, delicious food, VERY good prices. We will most definitely return, Yanni! Opa!
KLM -
Review from Crystal S.
Calgary, AB
1/22/2012
my friends and I have been going here for years! Love it!
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Review from Graham S.
12/12/2009
Best Greek food I've had in 5 or so years....I really mean this!
Anyone looking at this review, thinking about eating here or just hungry should stop by.
Lamb and potatoes were incredible...i have no idea what they did to the potatoes but their taste was like nothing i've tasted before. -
Review from Bill B.
Calgary, AB
2/12/2011
What a great place. Our Realtor who is Greek introduced us to this wonderful little restaurant a few months ago and we have been back several times since.
On our first visit we met the owner Yianni and he treated us just like family making the entire experience even better. The restaurant isn't huge, which helps make it more social and there is lively Greek music playing in the background creating a great Greek feeling.
Where the place really stood out though was the food! The lamb we had was incredible and as a previous reviewer wrote, those potatoes were amazing!
If you want to sample some great Greek food and you live in the South, it's a requirement to stop here. If you live in the North, well it's worth the trip as well! -
Review from Joey N.
Calgary, AB
3/26/2011
We went for lunch yesterday and I got no complain about the restaurant. When you first walk in, it's very homey, staff was cheerful and friendly, food came in a reasonable time frame and it's delicious. We got the spanakopita, lamb souvlaki and baklava. The spanakopita was excellent, filo was very nicely done, beware of the bubbling cheese inside though! Baklava was a little too sweet for me, but overall was very good. Recommend!
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Review from Susan R.
Calgary, AB
4/30/2011
I've been walking past this restaurant for over a year, and never went in. That was a mistake. I'm glad I finally changed my mind. The food was great. I had the Mixed Grill Souvlaki (beef, chicken and lamb), with rice, and lemon potatoes. A cozy little place, with a fantastic atmosphere. I will definitely be going back.
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Review from Janine M.
Calgary, AB
9/30/2011
Agree with everyone else.....If there wre any negatives (and it isn't really) but it could use a bit more kitsch...a string of colourful lights =)
