Fast Five: Best Places for Wicked Good Greek Food in Tampa Bay

For years, Tampa had one choice for good Greek food. No longer the case; today our choices range from a growing list of Greek restaurants in Tampa, each one distinctive for its menu and atmosphere while consistent in the quality and taste of their food. Known for diversity, Tampa foodies embraced Mediterranean cuisine giving us these five fabulous places to eat like a Greek in Tampa Bay:

Acropolis Greek Taverna | Ybor

4.0

(17)

1833 E 7th Ave., Tampa FL, 33605

Where you can Wine Down Wednesday or kick your week off with Martini Monday in a traditional sit-down restaurant enjoying great food and fun. Whether you prefer octopus, calamari, shrimp or Mahi Mahi the Acropolis’ full menu is available lunch and dinner. You can try a traditional Greek specialty like Patitsio or if you are watching your waistline, try the Grilled Red Whole Red Snapper Marinated in Rosemary, Garlic, Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Fresh Lemons. Check out one of four locations found in Ybor City, New Tampa, Riverview and Central Avenue in St. Pete to feel transported while enjoying traditional Greek dances, napkin throwing, breaking plates, belly dancing and live entertainment.

Woody's

Restaurant $

1722 S Dale Mabry, Tampa FL, 33629

An institution in South Tampa, Woody’s Famous Salads sold over a million Famous Greek Salads since opening in 1972. In their original location (1722 South Dale Mabry Ave.) they also provide gourmet sandwiches and homemade soups ranging from the unusual African Chicken and Peanuts to traditional Country Greek with Tomato and Feta. Open Monday through Friday from 10:00 to 6:00 they close at 4:00 on Saturdays. There is a reason they’ve lasted so long, check it out, you will be glad you did!

Little Greek Fresh Grill| USF/Fowler Ave.

5.0

(3)

2548 E Fowler Ave, Tampa FL, 33612

Little Greek Fresh Grill starts each day focused on preparing the most flavorful Greek food possible. Little Greek offers a variety of tasty and affordable...