10 Best Greek Restaurants in Nassau County
Looking for great Greek food in Nassau County? Here are 10 local favorites for seafood, souvlaki, gyros, moussaka, mezze and authentic Greek dining.
Greek food has a pretty strong foothold on Long Island. And Nassau County gives you almost every version of it: casual gyro shops, family-run neighborhood restaurants, polished Mediterranean dining rooms, and seafood-focused places that feel like they were dropped in from the Aegean. Recent local discussions repeatedly mention names like Greek City Grill, Kyma, Plori, Greek Town and The Greek Place, while Tripadvisor’s current Long Island Greek listings also place Nassau spots like Kyma, Plori and Lucky Boy among the area’s better-reviewed options. Here are 10 Greek restaurants in Nassau County worth trying, depending on the kind of meal you’re after.
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Kyma — Roslyn
Kyma is probably the most polished Greek dining experience on this list. The Roslyn restaurant describes itself as a contemporary Greek destination with authentic flavors, elevated dining and a lively social atmosphere. Its current menu includes Greek staples like avgolemono, halloumi, dolmades, spanakopita, octopus, lamb chops, lavraki and whole fish.
Date nightCelebrationsUpscale dinnerWhole grilled fishWhy go: Refined Greek food with a lively atmosphere
Nassau County Tourism describes it as a Greek taverna experience with a Mykonos twist.
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Plori — Carle Place
Plori is one of the newer Greek restaurants making a serious impression. The restaurant says its design and menu are inspired by a Greek fishing village, with a particular focus on seafood and modern Greek gastronomy. Current offerings include dishes like horiatiki, grilled chicken souvlaki, kalamarakia, saganaki and keftedes.
Special occasionsSeafoodDate nightModern gastronomyWhy go: Stylish room and a more elevated Greek experience
The restaurant explicitly positions itself as adult-focused, so it’s better suited to a grown-up dinner than a noisy family night.
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Greek City Grill — Garden City South
Greek City Grill is one of those places locals get unusually enthusiastic about. The restaurant was founded by George Charalambous, who says he built it around the authentic Greek food his family grew up with. A widely upvoted Long Island recommendation called it one of the most authentic Greek spots tried after returning from Greece. The current menu includes gyro, pork and chicken souvlaki, grilled octopus, saganaki, halloumi, spanakopita and traditional Greek salads.
Authentic casual GreekTakeoutFamily mealsPork souvlakiWhy go: Small, family-run feel with a fiercely loyal local following
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Greek Town — Rockville Centre
Greek Town is a classic neighborhood-style Greek restaurant. The owner describes the food as the same kind of Greek cooking his family serves at home, and the current menu includes spanakopita, calamari, chicken souvlaki, gyro, lamb chops, pastitsio and lemon chicken.
Family dinnersClassic Greek comfort foodPastitsio & lemon chickenWhy go: Broad traditional menu and a straightforward neighborhood feel
It also does catering and reservations, so it works well for larger family gatherings too.
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Lucky Boy Restaurant — Lawrence
Lucky Boy has been serving the Five Towns area for more than 30 years. The restaurant describes its menu as a mix of authentic Greek and Mediterranean dishes alongside American classics, all in a casual, family-style setting. Tripadvisor lists it among the stronger Greek options on Long Island with top marks from dozens of local reviews.
Casual family mealsComfort foodFive Towns local favoriteWhy go: Long-running neighborhood favorite with a broad, welcoming menu
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The Greek Place — New Hyde Park
The Greek Place is one of Nassau’s go-to casual spots for gyros and souvlaki. In local discussions about the best gyros on Long Island, residents specifically recommended The Greek Place in New Hyde Park and called out the juicy chicken souvlaki as well.
GyrosChicken souvlakiQuick casual mealsCounter takeoutWhy go: Straightforward Greek favorites without the upscale price tag
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Greek Xpress — Plainview / Great Neck / Franklin Square / East Rockaway
Greek Xpress has multiple Nassau County locations, which makes it one of the easiest Greek options to find. The current menu focuses on fast-casual staples including gyros, chicken and pork souvlaki, Greek salads, spinach pie and pita sandwiches. Nassau locations include Plainview, Great Neck, Franklin Square and East Rockaway.
Quick lunchTakeoutCasual family mealsFast-casual pita wrapsWhy go: Consistent Greek fast-casual option with convenient Nassau locations across the county
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Greek Corner — Carle Place
Greek Corner is another more traditional neighborhood spot. Its menu includes gyro, saganaki, grilled octopus, Greek sausage, souvlaki, charcoal-grilled dishes and Greek specialties.
Casual dinnerTakeoutClassic Greek platesCharcoal-grilled meatsWhy go: Broad old-school menu with lots of familiar favorites
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Ayhan’s Shish Kebab — Port Washington
Ayhan’s has deep roots on Long Island. The restaurant group says it introduced Mediterranean cuisine to Long Island more than 40 years ago, with the original Shish Kebab location in Port Washington. The menu blends Greek, Turkish, Cypriot, Israeli and broader eastern Mediterranean influences, offering generous portions with extensive vegetarian and vegan options.
Mediterranean varietyGroupsFamiliesVegetarian & vegan choicesWhy go: Decades of history and a broad Eastern Mediterranean menu right by the harbor
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Kyma or Plori for Seafood — Greek City Grill or Greek Town for Comfort Food
Okay, this is cheating slightly — but Greek food in Nassau is varied enough that one “best” list should acknowledge style. If your priority is fresh seafood and an upscale night out, Kyma or Plori are probably your best fit. If you want traditional comfort food, gyro, souvlaki, pastitsio or moussaka, Greek City Grill and Greek Town make more sense. And if you just want something fast and casual, Greek Xpress or The Greek Place are easier choices.
Upscale seafood: Kyma or PloriComfort classics: Greek City Grill or Greek TownFast casual: Greek Xpress or The Greek PlaceWhy go: Pick the spot that matches the exact Greek dining experience you crave
Which Nassau Greek Restaurant Fits Your Mood?
If you're trying to narrow it down:
- For upscale Greek diningKyma (Roslyn) · Plori (Carle Place)
- For seafood & whole grilled fishKyma (Roslyn) · Plori (Carle Place)
- For authentic neighborhood GreekGreek City Grill (Garden City South) · Greek Town (Rockville Centre)
- For gyros and souvlakiThe Greek Place (New Hyde Park) · Greek Xpress (Multiple locations)
- For a longtime local favoriteLucky Boy (Lawrence) · Ayhan’s Shish Kebab (Port Washington)
- For casual takeoutGreek Corner (Carle Place) · Greek Xpress
Local Tip: “Greek” Can Mean Very Different Things
One Nassau restaurant may focus heavily on whole fish, octopus and mezze. Another may be all about gyro, souvlaki and lemon potatoes. Another may lean broader Mediterranean. So when someone says “best Greek restaurant,” the real question is: What kind of Greek meal are you in the mood for? That’s why we like giving people several styles instead of pretending one restaurant automatically beats all the others.
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