Philhellene

Name: Philhellene
Address: 551-553 Mount Alexander Road, Moonee Ponds, AU-VIC, Australia, 3039
Telephone: (03) 9370 3303
Price range: $41 to $100
Rating: 4.6

4.6

216 Reviews

$41 to $100

Greek

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Philhellene is one of the four Greek restaurants in Melbourne to be included in the 2011 Age Good Food Guide, our primary objective at Philhellene is to present an authentic concept of food and drink while using high quality produce and applying traditional methods derived from our own mothers' cooking, creating a truly memorable and even emotional experience.
The team at Philhellene consists of John & Susie Rerakis, several time 'best greek restaurant' winners by The Age Good Food Guide, also featured in Vogue Entertaining and other prominent media. Along with them their entourage of mothers who are working in the kitchen, spreading love & tales of their country in the dishes that they serve you.
Our primary objective is to present an authentic concept of food and drink while using high quality produce and applying traditional methods derived from our own mothers’ cooking, creating a wonderful experience.

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No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

20 May 2022

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7:00 pm

Booked 2 times today

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Delivery

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Greek, Mediterranean
Hours of Operation
Lunch Friday: 12:00pm - 3:00pm Sunday: 12:00pm - 3:00pm Dinner: Daily: 5:30pm - 10:00pm (available for lunch group bookings every day by prior arrangement)
Phone number
(03) 9370 3303
Website
http://www.philhellene.com.au/
Payment Options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
Philhellene offers a distinctive function room that will bring the essence of Greek style to your next event. The room can sit up to 40 guests and is also available for stand-up events. The restaurant’s main room can accommodate up to 80 guests and both rooms can be reserved either separately or together for everything from christenings to birthdays to corporate functions.
Private party contact
info@philhellene.com.au: (03) 9370 3303

Location
551-553 Mount Alexander Road Moonee Ponds, AU-VIC 3039
Area
Moonee Ponds
Cross Street
Montgomery Street
Parking Details
Street parking available on Mt Alexander Rd. Alternative parking on Ascot Vale Rd., near cnr of Gladstone St
Public Transit
Tram 59 - Stop 31 (Montgomery Street) 150m<br />Tram 57 & 82 - Stop 32 (Moonee Ponds) 200m
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Dips for Two$14.50
Tzatziki, Taramosalata, Melitzanosalata, Skordalia and grilled pita bread
Meze Platter
(Vegetarian Available). Pork and leak Sausages, Pickled Octopus, Zucchini Flowers, Ricotta Kalitsounia, Vine Leave Dolmades; Plus Chef's choice of two traditional dips; Pita bread
- For 2$32.00
- For 3$45.00
Selection of Marinated Grilled Greek Olives$9.50
served with grilled garlic bread
Saganaki$14.50
chargrilled 'kefalograviera' sheep's milk cheese
Haloumi with Mastic & Pistachio Topping$17.50
chargrilled haloumi on a Tomato relish with mastica tears crushed on top
Vine Leaf Dolmades$13.50
Fresh young vine leaves with herb & rice stuffing
Krasomeze$14.50
Pan fried sausage with onions, peppers, olives, tomato, chili, red wine topped with Feta cheese
Kalitsounia$15.50
Cretan 'home made' pastry parcels with 'mizithra' cheese & mint filling
Chargrilled Octopus$17.50
served with a lemon juice dressing
'Philhellene' Calamari with Melia$18.50
chargrilled fresh calamari on an olive tapenade with honey (melia) & capers
Pickled Octopus$15.50
Marinated with fresh chili, garlic and herbs
Pickled Octopus on Fava Puree$17.50
Drizzled with olive oil and topped with capers

Traditional Dips (Individual)

$9.50

Fava
Yellow split peas drizzled with extra virgin olive oil
Melitzanosalata
Char smoked eggplant with herbs, garlic and olive oil
Tarama
fish roe caviar dip
Tzatziki
yoghurt dip with garlic, cucumber & extra virgin olive oil
Skordalia
potato, garlic and olive oil dip

Mains

Roast Leg of Lamb$32.00
With fresh lemon juice & extra virgin olive oil served with warm broad bean and pea salad & roast potatoes
Chicken Souvlaki*$24.95
Chargrilled marinated chicken fillets served with Greek salad, tzatziki and pita & roasted potatoes
Lamb Souvlaki*$26.95
Chargrilled marinated lamb fillets served with Greek salad, tzatziki and pita & roasted potatoes
Mixed Souvlaki*$25.95
Chargrilled marinated chicken and lamb fillets served with Greek salad, tzatziki and pita & roasted potatoes
Cutlets on Eggplant Walnut Puree$31.00
Lamb cutlets served on a smoked eggplant dip with walnut crunch and served with roast potatos
Biftekia$24.50
Marinated herb beef rissoles served with Greek salad, tzatziki and pita & roasted potatoes
'Philhellene' Mixed Grill*
Lamb cutlets, beef rissoles, chicken & lamb souvlaki & baked lemon lamb served with a Greek salad & roasted potatoes
- For 2$68.00
- For 3$95.00
Yemista^$23.50
Seasonal vegetables with herb & rice stuffing served with minted yoghurt and Greek salad
Mousaka$27.50
Herbed layers of beef mince, eggplants & potato finished with béchamel sauce and served with a Greek salad
Vegetarian Mousaka$27.50
Layers of chargrilled eggplants & potato with puy lentils in salsa, spinach & soy feta cheese layer with béchamel sauce and served with a Greek Salad
Grilled King Prawns$33.00
Grilled king prawns with saffron, mayonnaise and a salad of your choice
Calamari$28.00
Grilled or fried "fresh" Calamari (when available) with a Greek salad
Kids Meals$15.00
Choice of lamb souvlaki, chicken souvlaki or fried calamari with fresh chips and salad

Salads & Sides

Greek Salad^$12.50
with cucumber, tomatoes, fetta, olives & extra virgin olive oil and balsamic dressing and seasonal mixed leaves
Provincial Beetroot Salad^$12.50
with honey yoghurt and dukkah
Cypriot Cabbage Salad$12.50
with currants, sumac & pomegranate dressing
Horiatiki^$14.50
with cucumber, tomatoes, fetta, olives & extra virgin olive oil dressing, barley rusks, caper leaves and peppers
Baked Broad Bean and Pea Salad^$9.50
Oven-Roasted, Tangy Lemon & Oregano Potatoes$8.50
Hand Cut Fried Chips$8.50
when available

Desserts

Please see the Seasonal Specials board for our range of desserts

Loukoumades$12.50
Greek donuts served with honey, crushed walnuts and cinnamon
Halva Ice Cream$11.50
Home made vanilla and choc flavoured halva ice cream
Halva Affogato$8.50
Delicious taste sensation of halva icecream with a coffee shot

Banquet Menus

$35 Banquet (Min 2 people – N/A Friday and Saturday Dinner); For 2 $55pp (for two only); The Classic $48pp (Min 3 people); Provincial - $60 per person. (Min 3 people); Eat as we would - $65 per person. We can cater for vegetarians/vegans and people with gluten intolerances in the banquets (please advise the waiter). Eat as we would - $65 per person (min 3 people)

Banquet

$35. Min 2 people – N/A Friday and Saturday Dinner

Entrees

Tzatziki
Taramosalata, Melitzanosalata, Skordalia and grilled pita bead
Saganaki
Krasomeze
Pan Fried Sausage
with onions, peppers, olives, tomato, chili, red wine topped with Feta cheese

Mains

Roast Leg of Lamb
served with warm broad bean and pea salad & roast potatoes
Fried Calamari
Provincial Greek Salad

Dessert

Loukoumades
Greek style doughnuts topped with greek honey, walnuts and cinnamon

For 2 $55pp

for two only

Entrees

Meze Platter for Two
Loukaniko, Zucchini Flowers, Ricotta Kalitsounia, plus chef's choice of two traditional dips with pita bread

Mains

Mixed Grill of Chicken and Lamb Souvlaki
Cutlets, Baked Lemon Lamb and Roast Potatoes
Provincial Greek Salad

Dessert

Our Chef's Choice of Mixed Desserts
Tea or Coffee

The Classic $48pp

Min 3 people

Entrees

Tzatziki
Taramosalata, Melitzanosalata, Skordalia and grilled pita bead
Saganaki
Vine Leaf Dolmades
Loukaniko
Fava Octopus

Mains

Roast Leg of Lamb
served with Chicken Souvlaki and Lamb Souvlaki
Fried Calamari
Provincial Greek Salad
Additional Chef's Salad

Dessert

Loukoumades
Greek style doughnuts topped with greek honey, walnuts and cinnamon
Halva Ice-Cream
Tea or Coffee

Provincial - $60 per person

Min 3 people

Entrees

Mixed Dips and Grilled Pita Bead
Saganaki
Kalitsounia
Krasomeze
Fava Octopus
Zucchini Flowers

Mains

Roast Leg of Lamb
served with Chicken Souvlaki and Lamb Souvlaki
Fried Calamari
Katsiki (Kid Goat)
Provincial Greek Salad
Salad of the Day

Dessert

Loukoumades
Greek style doughnuts topped with greek honey, walnuts and cinnamon
Halva Ice-Cream
Galaktoboureko or Baklava
Tea or Coffee

What 216 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Energetic

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Toula
Melbourne
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 6 May 2022
overall2food2service2ambience3
Our drinks order came out wrong, fries were forgotten and beef rissoles were cooked rare. Waitress agreed the rissoles were undercooked.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 1 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My mother in law’s birthday.
A
Antlegg
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 17 April 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Very friendly and attentive staff…serving delicious food.more than enough for our table…left very full and satisfied..:thank you
S
Skye
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 10 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love this place. The food is excellent and the service is great
L
Lucy
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 6 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our favorite Greek place, we travel from the east to north just to eat at Philhellene. Food is as authentic as they come and it’s fresh and tasty.
SD
SunilD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 3 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, fantastic service, amazing experience overall.
PA
PAOK
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 26 March 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Authentic and flavourful Greek cooking using fresh ingredients. Everything was perfect.
K
Kayzaa63
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 26 March 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
We enjoyed the whole experience, plenty of beautiful food and service excellent.A bit noisy but not so that we wouldn’t come back.
EP
EveP
Melbourne
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 22 March 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved it. Will be back again in no time. Regret not tipping but had a mental blank as I was paying by card, forgot to add tip.
A
Anthony
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 9 March 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great restaurant themed with many Greek artifacts and artwork, outstanding quality of food, fantastic hosts
PM
PelagiaM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 26 February 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Welcoming, hospitable, great food, excellent service. Thoroughly enjoyable and Excellent!
CF
CFOYY
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 24 February 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food, lovely people, not a cheap night out but a reasonably priced quality one. Certainly one of the best Greek meals I have ever eaten.
GF
GrahamF
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 7 February 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service, was able to taste a couple of greek wines before ordering the bottle, recommend.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 2 February 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
We had a family birthday dinner and it was our first time. The service was very good the staff knew the menu well and were helpful with explaining the menu and food to us. We had dips with warm flat bread which was so fresh and tasty. We loved the eggplant moussaka. The grilled calamari was delicious too. We decided to have the Halva Icecream for dessert, which was really light and tasty. Definitely coming back.
SV
SueV
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 1 February 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is our favourite Greek restaurant in Melbourne. The food is delicious and provided in generous quantities. I organised a special birthday dinner there for my husband earlier this week, and our party of six all found the food and service to be superb. I won’t single out any specific dishes as everything on the menu is worth trying. We had the $65 a head banquet and enjoyed every dish put before us. You can tell that the owners really care about their customers and the quality of the food they serve up to them.
RN
RyujiN
Melbourne
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 23 January 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
very nice home made authentic Greek food, not too salty as typical Greek dishes which we liked. Service was slow side but they did their best under Covid environment. Highly recommended !
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 22 January 2022
overall2food2service3ambience3
The meat platters we got didn’t have much flavour and we only got 3 small potatoes which was included in the banquets which I thought would have come with a bowlful at least as I have had banquets at other places and that is what we have received The rest of the banquets we had was nice a bit disappointing overall probably won’t go there again have had much better Greek at other place
SL
StanL
Melbourne
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 16 January 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Exceptional Greek Food-the homecooked traditional way. Stuff my mum cooks but better. Sorry mum.
LD
LizD
Melbourne
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 15 January 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Can't go wrong with their sharing platters. Food is always amazing, great customer service and good value. Highly recommended.
B
Brunch
Edinburgh
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 14 January 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
My husband and I enjoyed our meal, staff were attentive and pleasant.
TC
TeeCee
Melbourne
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 23 November 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was excellent, staff could’ve be more helpful, ambience very nice can’t wait to go back 😊
DF
DimiF
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 6 November 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food and great service. A family warm environment
EB
EveB
Melbourne
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 5 November 2021
overall4food4service4ambience3
Delicious food, great service, and staff. Enjoyable
VD
ValeriaD
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 3 November 2021
overall4food4service4ambience4
Wonderful food, great service and lovely ambiance .
CP
CeliaP
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 2 November 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic food and service, cannot fault and highly recommended!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 1 November 2021
overall5food4service5ambience3
Fantastic food, great service. Would be better if there was music.
J
Jack
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 28 July 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
I came here for a date, just after lockdown had lifted. The service here was incredible, and so was the food! The waitresses were friendly and very prompt with their service. Not to mention the food! They gave great portions in the $45pp banquet, the lamb was incredibly tender, and the chicken was to die for! I have to say though, the fresh pita bread and dips were definitely the standout! The loukoumades were also delicious, although a small dollop of ice cream would have gone well with them! (but that may not be as traditional) Definitely coming back here again, I think this will be our regular date night spot! 10/10
KC
KellyC
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 10 July 2021
overall4food5service3ambience4
Food was fantastic- only disappointment was I was called to advise my sitting was from 6pm -8:10pm which I could deal with as it was the first time I could spend time with my parents for quite sometime. So to have the waiting staff come to us at 8pm and TELL us we had to leave because the next party arrived was rude & a tad disappointing.. 10 mins may not seem much but given it had been 10 mths since I’d seen my folks it was a long time..
HF
HeidiF
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 9 July 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food as always and the most lovely service! The staff are so passionate and accomodating and I couldn’t recommend this beautiful restaurant more. We will continue to return for years to come.
MF
MicheleF
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 9 July 2021
overall5food5service5ambience4
Splendid flavors; authentic; fresh. Friendly, thoughtful, informed and energetic service.
JP
JohnP
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 5 July 2021
overall3food3service3ambience4
The dips, sausage, and bread were really nice. The main course was very disappointing. The calamari was pale, potatoes ordinary, lamb tasted like it was slow cooked rather than roasted as the menu said. The dessert was served well after the tea and coffee were consumed. The dessert itself was cordon part and warm in other sections. Mentalist at payment. Didn't seem concerned. Was charged a surcharge fee despite using savings. If tap is going to incur a surcharge kindly advise the customer to insert card instead.
SO
SOPHIEG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 2 July 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great night, great food, great value & great atmosphere
KD
KarenD
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 21 June 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is the best Greek cuisine in Melbourne. The entrees are especially good. We had the classic banquet and it was just great - there were 6 men and 2 women in our party and we all had enough to eat😊.
SP
StamatinaP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 19 June 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Tasty traditional greek food, lovely atmosphere, great prices and exceptional service!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Melbourne
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 12 June 2021
overall2food1service2ambience3
Food wasn't great.
LH
LindyH
Brisbane
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on 23 May 2021
overall4food3service4ambience3
Whilst our experience was okay I cannot say we would visit again. Entrees were lovely, although we did not receive all the items listed as being a part of that banquet. Possibly a misunderstanding with the waitress as I had requested an extra item to be added. We got that item but at the expense of missing something else. Mains were unfortunately a disappointment - my chicken skewer was undercooked to the point I did not want to risk eating it. The lamb skewer was overcooked. The lamb shoulder, whilst very tender lacked flavour as did the other meat dishes, all very bland. Lemon potatoes - again no flavour and seemed to just be steamed baby potatoes dressed in a bit of lemon and oil. Two I did not touch as they were showing greening of the skin - these should never have been served up ! Dessert was the highlight although too many of the donuts. We have eaten Greek many many times and this fell far short of our other experiences. Would have been nice upon paying the bill to be asked how our meal was ☹️ The Lady owner though was lovely both upon arrival and leaving.
NK
NigelK
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 22 May 2021
overall4food5service4ambience4
Food was fantastic! Took a while for the second course to arrive..
PH
PaulH
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 14 May 2021
overall2food2service5ambience3
Found 2 of the mains overcooked (Lamb shoulder and Bifteki). Service was very good they were very attentive, I liked the posters everywhere. Wine list was great and we enjoyed the Assyrtiko (Santos from Santorini). Entrees were good (stuffed zucchini flowers, saganaki, dips and the sausage with peppers). It's just a pity about those 2 mains :(
R
Raji
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 9 May 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beautiful authentic Greek food and warm friendly service. Always an enjoyable experience.
TS
TonyS
Las Vegas
4 reviews
vip
1.0
4 reviews
Dined on 30 April 2021
overall1food1service3ambience3
Thought the quality of the food was average. Had heard good things about this restaurant but was disappointed.

FAQs

Philhellene does offer delivery in partnership with Deliveroo.

Philhellene is rated 4.6 stars by 216 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

20 May 2022

May 2022

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

7:00 pm

Booked 2 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Delivery

551-553 Mount Alexander Road Moonee Ponds, AU-VIC 3039

Additional information

Cross Street
Montgomery Street
Area
Moonee Ponds
Hours of Operation
Lunch Friday: 12:00pm - 3:00pm Sunday: 12:00pm - 3:00pm Dinner: Daily: 5:30pm - 10:00pm (available for lunch group bookings every day by prior arrangement)
Cuisines
Greek, Mediterranean
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Parking Details
Street parking available on Mt Alexander Rd. Alternative parking on Ascot Vale Rd., near cnr of Gladstone St
Public Transit
Tram 59 - Stop 31 (Montgomery Street) 150mTram 57 & 82 - Stop 32 (Moonee Ponds) 200m
Payment Options
AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.philhellene.com.au/
Phone number
(03) 9370 3303
Private party facilities
Philhellene offers a distinctive function room that will bring the essence of Greek style to your next event. The room can sit up to 40 guests and is also available for stand-up events. The restaurant’s main room can accommodate up to 80 guests and both rooms can be reserved either separately or together for everything from christenings to birthdays to corporate functions.
Private party contact
info@philhellene.com.au: (03) 9370 3303

Philhellene

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Delivery

Additional information

Entrees

Dips for Two$14.50

Meze Platter

Selection of Marinated Grilled Greek Olives$9.50

Saganaki$14.50

Haloumi with Mastic & Pistachio Topping$17.50

Vine Leaf Dolmades$13.50

Krasomeze$14.50

Kalitsounia$15.50

Chargrilled Octopus$17.50

'Philhellene' Calamari with Melia$18.50

Pickled Octopus$15.50

Pickled Octopus on Fava Puree$17.50

Traditional Dips (Individual)

Fava

Melitzanosalata

Tarama

Tzatziki

Skordalia

Mains

Roast Leg of Lamb$32.00

Chicken Souvlaki*$24.95

Lamb Souvlaki*$26.95

Mixed Souvlaki*$25.95

Cutlets on Eggplant Walnut Puree$31.00

Biftekia$24.50

'Philhellene' Mixed Grill*

Yemista^$23.50

Mousaka$27.50

Vegetarian Mousaka$27.50

Grilled King Prawns$33.00

Calamari$28.00

Kids Meals$15.00

Salads & Sides

Greek Salad^$12.50

Provincial Beetroot Salad^$12.50

Cypriot Cabbage Salad$12.50

Horiatiki^$14.50

Baked Broad Bean and Pea Salad^$9.50

Oven-Roasted, Tangy Lemon & Oregano Potatoes$8.50

Hand Cut Fried Chips$8.50

Desserts

Loukoumades$12.50

Halva Ice Cream$11.50

Halva Affogato$8.50

Banquet Menus

Banquet

Entrees

Tzatziki

Saganaki

Krasomeze

Pan Fried Sausage

Mains

Roast Leg of Lamb

Fried Calamari

Provincial Greek Salad

Dessert

Loukoumades

For 2 $55pp

Entrees

Meze Platter for Two

Mains

Mixed Grill of Chicken and Lamb Souvlaki

Provincial Greek Salad

Dessert

Our Chef's Choice of Mixed Desserts

Tea or Coffee

The Classic $48pp

Entrees

Tzatziki

Saganaki

Vine Leaf Dolmades

Loukaniko

Fava Octopus

Mains