Opa! Greek Eats

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I'm a Danforth veteran so here's where I eat Greek. Alternate Titles: 1. Yo Bro, Greek Food, Bro, Malaka; 2. My Big Fat Greek ...list of where to eat this yummy cuisine.

 1. Serano Bakery

830 Pape Ave
East York, ON M4K 3T5
(416) 462-2735

Category: Bakeries

Neighbourhood: East York

4.0 star rating
  11/26/2011

A block and a half away from the Mortimer campus of Centennial College and a 5 minute walk north of Pape station is one of my favourite bakeries. I'm in the hood, and these guys have been whipping up pastries and desserts (not just of the greek…More »

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 2. Mezes

456 Danforth Ave
Toronto, ON M4K 1P4
(416) 778-5150

Categories: Greek, Mediterranean

Neighbourhoods: Greektown, Riverdale

4.0 star rating
  11/25/2011

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This is one of the most popular Greek restaurants on The Danforth and whether you like it or not, there's always a line up to get a table, especially on a weekend. Expect to wait about 20 minutes on a Saturday night. That said, the hostess does…More »

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 3. Estiatorio VOLOS

133 Richmond Street W
Toronto, ON M5H 2L3
(416) 861-1211

Categories: Seafood, Greek, Mediterranean

Neighbourhoods: Financial District, Downtown Core

5.0 star rating
  11/23/2011

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Volos is in the heart of downtown at York and Richmond right across from the Sheraton and beside the Hilton so this is definitely a great place for business travelers. But after my visit, I think it will be a hit with locals. As a Danforth…More »

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 4. Messini Authentic Gyros

445 Danforth Ave
Toronto, ON M4K 1P1
(416) 778-4861

Categories: Greek, Mediterranean

Neighbourhoods: Greektown, Riverdale

4.0 star rating
  1/4/2012

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Right in the heart of Greektown, this place is always bustling and on weekends is open until the wee hours of the night. Perfect if you're in the east end and don't want to wait in line for poutine or burritos elsewhere. Or well, if you're…More »

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 5. Mr Greek Mediterranean Grill

526 Danforth Avenue
Toronto, ON M4K 1P8
(416) 461-3434

Categories: Greek, Mediterranean

Neighbourhoods: The Danforth, Greektown

3.0 star rating
  1/4/2012

Mr. Greek was like THE original Greek restaurant before it franchised itself out and I've seen it go through its reincarnations. It may be considered fast food fodder or as Mariko puts it "The Milestones of Greek Food" and not as exquisite as other…More »

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 6. Alexandros Take-Out

484 Danforth Ave
Toronto, ON M4K 1P6
(416) 461-3073

Category: Greek

Neighbourhoods: Greektown, Riverdale

3.0 star rating
  1/4/2012

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It's old. It's been around for a long time. I'm sure some of the staff has as well. The point is it's not fancy. If you want a fancier place, Messini may be a better bet. But the patio facing the fountain smack dab in the heart of the Danforth…More »

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 7. Asteria Souvlaki Place

292 Danforth Ave
Toronto, ON M4K 1N6
(416) 466-5273

Categories: Greek, Mediterranean

Neighbourhood: The Danforth

4.0 star rating
  Update - 2/12/2012

I'm changing my star from 5 to 4 based on the fact that they take no debit and a bit of a surly attitude from my waitress. If you're sitting in front of the menu, at least get up to give me one! Come on!

Still amazing chicken. This time I had the…More »

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  • 5.0 star rating
    2/7/2012

    Yo bro, best souvlaki, bro.

    VIBE
    As Greek as you can get on the Danforth. Two Greek men at the grill.… Read more »

 8. Athens Pastries

509 Danforth Ave
Toronto, ON M4K 1P5
(416) 463-5144

Categories: Bakeries, Mediterranean

Neighbourhoods: Greektown, Riverdale

4.0 star rating
  4/7/2012

One of my favourite snack places in the city, hands down.  Great little pit stop if taking a long walk on the Danforth.

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A little bit Greek, a little bit not. You've got a sit down in the back. Nothing special on the paint sponged walls but I…More »

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 9. Astoria Shish Kebob House

390 Danforth Ave
Toronto, ON M4K 1P3
(416) 463-2838

Categories: Greek, Mediterranean

Neighbourhoods: Greektown, Riverdale

2.0 star rating
  4/17/2012

VIBE
I came here for take out but the vibe is your standard typical Greek restaurant. Patio is great in the summer but I miss the fountain. That said, the service was terrible. How many times do I have to say to the cook (yes, the cook took the order…More »

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 10. Ouzeri

500 Danforth Ave
Toronto, ON M4K 1P6
(416) 778-0500

Categories: Greek, Mediterranean

Neighbourhoods: The Danforth, Greektown

3.0 star rating
  5/14/2012

3.5 stars

VIBE
Ouzeri is in the heart of Greektown on The Danforth. It's one of the nicer places to get your Greek fix or go on a date in the nabe. I love the big, black tiles on the floor and the rusticity of the orange paint on the walls. The walls…More »

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