Awesome gyro combo with pita fries. Also a quiet little atmosphere that's very different from Pitaria. They're not directly comparable restaurants, but nicely complement each other.
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Nicolas L.
Little Athens Gyro is the type of place I would visit frequently if I lived in Tallahassee. I tried the Humus with Tehini and the Big Athens Gyro. The humus was a nice flavorful appetizer and the gyro was large and delicious with soft pita bread and flavorful meat, veggies, and feta cheese.
(4)
Abby E.
The owners here used to run Captain Pete's on Capital Circle and then I believe they sold it. My mother used to take me there when I was little and we'd have George's Roasted Chicken, rice, and Greek salad for dinner. I was really missing those meals for years and lamenting the lack of good Greek/Middle Eastern food in this town. Then I heard about Little Athens so i went to try it one day and find that it was the same cute Egyptian couple who used to have Capt Petes! I was so happy! Little Athens is the best place in town for Gyros. They have excellent, well spiced gyro meat, sliced really thin. You can get a gyro, side item, drink, and a little piece of baklava for $10. I think that's an incredible deal because the food is so good. The roasted chicken is really delicious too. I keep meaning to try other items but I can never tear myself away from the gyros or chicken.
(4)
Lily J.
THE BEST HANDS DOWN. The big athens gyro is amazing. I can't believe people who chose to eat Piteria over this. I go to this place twice a week it's so delicious.
(5)
Bill F.
I am a state worker so I value the quick and cheap places downtown, in the last few months Little Athens has become my go to spot for the days I don't bring my lunch. I usually buy a combo with a gyro, greek salad, and baklava. Out of my four visits, I've never been disappointed with any of the gyros. The greek salads are small but tasty. The baklava is just out of this world. It isn't a formal sit-down location, but it is better than going to one of the many fast-casual chains restaurants that that has been popping up downtown. The owner, George, has been working on everyday i've dropped by. He is a nice fellow.
(5)
Keagan W.
Well, my Dad wanted the fresh squeezed lemonade that they had listed, but they didn't have it. Same with the mint tea and no tea at all. But besides that, there was service with a smile. The pita fries were the best I've ever had but the big athens gyro was no better than Pitaria's. I give the gyro an 8/10. My Dad said his ham and cheese pita was a 7.5 out of 10. Overall, my experience with Little Athen's Gyro was an 8 out of 10.
(5)
Angela F. W.
Who has the best gyro? Little Athens or Pitaria? You ask. The verdict is out. Little Athens Gyro has the best freaking GYRO!! Came here with a small group by accident. They wanted to go to Pitaria but the line was deep. So I as a seasoned Yelper suggested Little Athens even tho I had never been. Based on the yelp reviews, it looked promising. So we came here instead. The place was small but there wasn't a wait. I ordered the Big Athens Gyro and the group with me all trusted my judgement so they ordered the same. When I took the first bite, I knew we made the right choice to come here. The lamb was so tender and flavorful. The sauce and all the fixings were just amazing. Not to mention the soft and delicious pita. My table couldn't stop "hmmm"ing and saying "OMG this is really good!" This place is deff a mom & pop no frills Mediterranean joint. In fact I saw a 1989 article in Florida Flambeau featuring the owners who are two hardworking immigrants. Would I come back? Hell yeah! This is now my go-to gyro spot. Get your GYRO on!
(5)
Catherine E.
I've never had a more delicious gyro than the ones served at Little Athens. Right off campus, this place is great for a quick lunch that is both delicious and unique. Compared to other pita places in town, Little Athens is by far the most inviting and authentic Greek place in town (to my knowledge).
(5)
Deborah J.
Hands down the best gyros in Tallahassee. The owner is incredibly sweet and everything is made fresh - delicious!
(5)
Wade B.
I have had Gyros/Heros/Kebabs at a number of places in my life (both domestic and international), and I have to say that the gyros at Little Athens are scrumptious. My wife and I usually get the combos with Greek fries and salad, and it's a great meal. Each time we've been it, it's been a one-man shop (the owner is very nice), so that means you sometimes have to wait a bit longer then normal, but it's worth the wait. You just have to try it - best in town!
(4)
Gabriel F.
The jury is still out on whether I like Little Athens or Pitaria more! Little Athens, located in the same parking lot as McDonald's by the strip, is a small mom and pop Greek restaurant known for their famous Big Athens Gyro. I, of course, went ahead and tried the Big Athens and was very pleased with my decision to do so. It had all the traditional flavors you would expect when enjoying a Gyro - Lamb, Lettuce, Tomato, Onions, Feta Cheese, and delicious tzaziki . Their Pita Fries were also delicious, though I think I may like Pitaria's Pita Fries more. The owner of Little Athens is also the cook and the cashier. He is very nice and loves to get feedback from customers. The prices were fair for the amount of food you were getting. Go ahead and give it a shot, then go across the street and try Pitaria as well! I don't know if I'll ever be able to definitely say which is better! Opa!!
(4)
Allison N.
As somebody who eats a ton of Greek salad, often every day for weeks at a time, I'm always looking to find a tasty salad topped with delicious gyro meat. I've been to Pitaria a few times, since basically everybody I know who lives or lived in Tallahassee recommended it to me. Basically nobody said Little Athens was right down the street and nobody told me it was better than Pitaria. Well, it is. Not that Pitaria is bad, because it's not, but it's just not as good as Little Athens. Little Athens is a pretty small spot next to a McDonald's which makes it a little difficult to find while driving, but thankfully I made it here! I came in at night and the place was pretty empty. I ordered a salad with gyro meat. The guy working was super friendly and seemed like he really cares about his customers. He was the only one working there but it didn't change the quality of service whatsoever. He still had a smile on his face despite the fact that there were quite a few people who came in after me and he was food prepping solo. My salad was really fresh. I ordered it with gyro meat, which was pretty thinly sliced. I usually like my gyro meat a little bit thicker, but this stuff was still good. Something I really liked about this salad was the seasoning put on it. Really delicious and added a little flavor to the salad. The tzatziki sauce was awesome. It had a hint of garlic which was delicious. Prices are fair, about $10 for a salad with gyro meat. With the combination of good food and friendly service I'll definitely be back.
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Ramona C.
Maybe the day I went was an off day for the business, or maybe I just didn't order the right thing, who knows, but this place is at the very bottom of my list. First off, upon entering the restaurant my eyes started to instantly burn from the amount of onion in the air. the owner (or at least I believe she was one of the owners) was not friendly at all and did not say a word to me and the person I was with until our food was ready. We ordered two gyros, sauce on the side, and when they were ready they were dripping with sauce. Not only was the customer service lacking, but the food was disgusting. This is not an authentic gyro at all, and quite honestly the worst one I have ever tried. Maybe their other food is edible, but our meal wasn't. We ended up throwing the majority of it out and leaving to go elsewhere. Also, it took a good five minutes for our eyes to stop burning even after leaving the place.
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Dena G.
We have eaten at George's off and on for years. His food is still the best Mediterranean I have tasted. We always get a hot platter of freshly cooked food, and the veggies are always ripe and delicious. My favorite is the Big Athens, which is full of grilled gyro meat, tomatoes, thin sliced onions, lettuce and feta cheese. I usually cannot finish the whole thing. My Guy gets a combo with their pita fries, which are fantastic and crispy. I usually steal some of his. This place is tucked away next to the McDonald's on Tennessee Street by the university. It is always clean and generally quiet when we go in. George and his wife do all the cooking and serving.
(5)
Daniel B.
Let me start by saying the owner of this restaurant is very nice and very eager to please. I enjoyed the dining experience however I have to say, the food is a little bit over-seasoned. I've eaten falafel all over the country and love the diversity of it... By the time I was half way finished with my sandwich (the rocket), I was having trouble with the flavor being so strong. The first few bites were fantastic... But I think my tongue developed flavor fatigue and by the end it took a lot of effort to finish. My partner only ate half of her pita before throwing in the towel in favor of a dessert. The Greek fries and spanakopita were excellent. Overall, a positive experience... But as noted, sandwich was a little hard to finish.
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Elizabeth W.
I just devoured the best Gyro I have ever had! I want another but I'm full. I ordered the Big Athens Gyro. Yum! I've been craving greek and this was spot on. Well worth the 5min detour from i-10. The actual place is a small diner style tucked in the corner by mcdonalds...but who cares? The food is ahhhmazing.
(5)
Bob H.
Best gyro in town, hands down! Owner is really nice and everything is very fresh. Give them a try!
(5)
Dan S.
Best falafel in Tallahassee, other vegetarian sandwiches are great too! Cheap, close to campus, all around a pleasure every time.
(5)
Mary B.
Since I went to Greece a couple of years ago I have been desperately seeking out authentic, delicious Greek food. I finally found it at Little Athens! The first clue that I noticed when I walked in what that there were only two people working, an older Greek couple (aw!). The line was also almost to the door (a good sign that this place is delicious). You order at a counter, the wife takes your order, and then you sit down. No numbers, nothing. Then, amazingly, my food always comes within the next 5 minutes. WOW. AND they always remember who ordered what. I've been sitting at a table, chatting away, and all of a sudden my food is in front of me. That's so amazing considering there is always a crowd there. I've been there several times now, and I've ordered the pastitsio, meat gyro, vegetarian dolmades, greek salad, falafel, wedding cookies, and baklava. SO GOOD. Hands down authentic flavors and recipes, the absolute best Greek food I've had in the states.
(5)
Jim M.
Oh how I wish they were closer to my side of town instead of the dreaded College side. By far the best gyro in town (I'm sorry Sahara, don't hit me) that positively overflows with fillings. Great staff and wonderful service. I'm mildly concerned by the floor lamps that extend out of the ceiling and make me think my orientation is about 180 degrees from norm but hey, what else is new? Please please please come on over to the 32301 zipcode Little Athens... we will welcome you and worship you as our saviors.
(5)
Monica P.
This restaurant in Tallahassee definitely thrives off from word of mouth. On graduation weekend I took my family here before graduation. It definitely was a great meal to keep me full during graduation. I got the Olympus Gyro Combo which includes a greek salad, fries, a drink, and their amazing baklava; all for less than $10. It is not authentic Greek to me but pretty close. The people there are also really friendly.
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Justin R.
I have been going here since they opened. The owners are really nice. The food prep may take longer than most places college kids are used to but it is well worth the wait. The big Athens is amazing. Try the meat dolmades, and also the pasticio! Best Greek I have ever had.
(5)
Julia D.
This place is the absolute best when it comes to Greek food! I've been all over the world (literally) and I have yet to find better. The meat Domades are a MUST!!!! Locally owned and super friendly.
(5)
Emily L.
Great prices and the best gyros in town. Also a lot of vegetarian options. Sometimes I just go there for the pita fries because they are delicious! Owners and staff are also very nice.
(5)
Cara S.
BEST gyro I have ever eaten. Absolutely delicious food all the way around. The owner was also such a wonderful guy and very nice to us.
(5)
Rich L.
This place was great! Inexpensive falafels with stuffed grape leaves and a piece of baklava - all for about $10! What's not to love? Definitely not fine dining but if you are looking for authentic Greek food from a diner-type restaurant, then this is the place to go. The owners are really nice too!
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Alexander R.
The owners are really nice, and for about 10 bucks you can get a gyro, some baclava, and a side, I usually get pita fries cuz they're crispy and delicious. Make sure to ask them to do your gyro all the way. Definitely the best Greek food I've had in Tallahassee.
(5)
Catherine M.
Delicious gyro; superior to the Pitaria across the street. Owned & operated by an adorable Egyptian couple. Very sweet people, very good food!
(4)
Awesome 8.
Simple awesome, by far the best Gyro I have ever had
(5)
Amanda Q.
This place was absolutely disgusting. I decided to try this place out since my usual greek place of choice (directly across the street), pitaria, was super busy and I was on a short lunch break. Man, do I regret wasting my time here. I got a falafel sandwich and forced myself to eat half of it-- it was nasty. This place is not sanitary and the people working there do not care for new customers. The lady behind the counter yelled for me to come get my order; meanwhile, two different parties who got their food after me had their orders brought to their table. I recommend checking out pitaria if you're looking for greek food in the area.
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Matt W.
May be the best gyro in town. The only real controversy would be between Little Athens and Sahara. These would be followed by Pitaria and then Pita Pit. Not included in this list is Capt. Pete's on the NE Capital Circle, as I have never been there. Little Athens is a humble, family-run restaurant, something of a hole-in-the-wall, easy to miss as it is located off of the street adjacent to McDonald's and Momma Goldberg's. My choice menu item is the Little Athens gyro, which is your basic (but big!) gyro sandwich with a healthy heap of Kronos gyro meat, feta cheese, lettuce and tomato. It's absolutely delicious. I like to get the combo with (among other options) pita fries. The combo is kind of pricey, at about $10.00, but comes with a drink, the side, and a little hunk of balaclava. Everything is delicious, the tea is flavored, the family/owners are nice folks, service is fast...What are you waiting for?! Go try Little Athens and tell me if you disagree about its rank as one of the best gyros in Tallahassee. Oh, and if I missed a good gyro place, let me know that too!
(5)
Jamie S.
Excellent value for fresh fast food. Tabouli was just right, pita bread was soft and fresh. My friend's gyro and couscous was topped with a fragrant tomato sauce with chick peas -next time!
(4)
Giselle C.
This place was so good! The pitas were AMAZING and sooooo fresh. It was by far the best bak lava I've ever had. The shop is empty a lot but it's because it's in a corner and not as well known as pitaria right across the street. The man who owns the restaurant is so sweet as well.
(4)
J D.
Nothing would stop me from having a falafel that day when I had a craving and thought I would try this place. My gf and I both had the falafel sandwich. The falafel had far too much bread crumbs on it, inside was not moist. It was chopped up on my sandwich and pretty small, didn't seem like they were fresh. Felt like I was inhaling bread crumbs. The tehina sauce and tomato/onion mix were flavorful though. The place looked like it was authentic but makes a pretty poor falafel sandwich esp considering the price of it at 6 bucks after tax. Falafel is supposed to be cheap street food and fresh out of a deep fryer. It's just chick peas and some bread. After looking at the rest of their menu which includes a ham and cheese sandwich, a philly sandwich, and a cuban sandwich... Confirmed this place is definitely not authentic. update: Slightly better, only so many falafel places in town. My recommendation, get the rocket instead.
(3)
Michael L.
Great gyro and sauce. The cheese was a bit salty, but if you can get a full bite, it will balance. The staff is so polite and friendly, it really makes up for the poor atmosphere.
(4)
A A.
I am still not over the loss of Cafe Annapurna. The last time I came to Little Athens Gyro was when they first opened. I had the Lhasa noodles with tofu, and while it was a good lunch, it was basically just bad lo mein, so I didn't come back. I may have been lamenting Cafe Annapurna in my sleep because my boyfriend suggested we try Little Athens Gyro for lunch. We've been to pita places on West Tennessee with friends and he's never enjoyed them much so we don't ever get Greek food on our own. Well he had the meat gyro and promptly told me he's been missing out. I had the paratha plate. The paratha and lentil soup were good but the chickpeas were strange. Looking at their online menu, I now realize that I wasn't served the achar or chhole, which is completely disappointing as I'm a big fan of both. (Unless their idea of chhole is the chickpeas in sour liquid they give you.) I forget if that was on the menu they have in the store, though. I'm not sure if the same couple are still running the restaurant as when they first opened. The woman who took my order last time was soft spoken and very helpful. I was in a vegetarian mood and she basically suggested that their Lhasa noodles weren't the best option and I should try something else next time. The woman who served us this time was just really... vibrant... and louder than any of the customers. Also our food wasn't brought to the table as it was the time before, and as it was for other customers. It's hard to decide between a 2 and a 3 on this because of my bad experiences. If not for that, it would probably be a solid 3 because the food is good and the atmosphere is actually really nice. It's dark in the restaurant and I'm not sure I even heard anyone else talk, which is great for a break during a stressful day.
(3)
KyungAh L.
This place definitely seems to have authentic gyros! It is super delicious and their greek fries are good! Their pita fries are good too, but I don't like it as much as other places. But, this place definitely has the best gyros in Tallahassee. Their sauce is AMAZING!
(4)
Joe M.
I love the falafals. The gyros did not have enough meat for the price. Brought my two little girls and they split a gyro meal. Furthmore, the lady wouldn't give us an extra cup for them to split the soda. Told us they could share the same cup. Anyway, just little things. The food was overall good. Also they were really pushing for me to post a good comment on urbanspoon.com ----- Whatever.
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Carolina V.
THEY ARE SUPER NICE :D It's harder to see than the other businesses on Tennessee St, but even though is slightly less accessible than the other Greek place, Little Athens Gyro is definitely worth a detour. I ordered a simple ham and cheese grilled sandwich and got more than I bargained for. It is the best ham and grilled sandwich I've had in Tallahassee so far! Smothered in creamy sauce and filled with veggies. It tastes fresh and scrumptious! For a larger appetite, the three meat trio meal is sure to satisfy! With rice and three types of meat, you are sure to leave fulfilled and satisfied. I'd definitely recommend it over the other Greek places around.
(5)
Nelle C.
What a gem. The older couple running this place were super nice - food was delicious and cheap. Got the falafel burger - yummy! Loved the french fries!
(4)
Devin S.
Probably one of the best things I've ever eaten. I went there not really hungry, but after the first bite I knew i had to finish it there as to not cause the guilt of not eating such a wonderful thing. I wish one day to return and eat that wonderful gyro once more.
(5)
Jared Z.
I love this place. The menu has a nice selection of different food items. I would recommend trying a gyro, chicken or meat, before anything else. It will be piping hot with fresh diced tomatoes and onions - delicious. And the owner, George, is extremely gracious and will always be smiling. A must go-to place with great prices and food.
(5)
Patrick A.
Best Greek in town; and much improved over the Tibetan place which used to occupy the location.
(5)
Lilian O.
We set out on a mission to find Cafe Annapurna, a Tibetan and Nepali restaurant, but instead was disappointed to find that it no longer exists! I have since then updated Yelp to indicate that it has closed. Since we were starved, in the parking lot of where Cafe Annapurna used to exist, and love Greek/Mediterranean food, we decided to try Little Athens Gyro. I ordered the lentil soup and The Rocket wrap mixed with baba ganoush, falafel, whole chickpeas, lettuce, and tomato. My fiancee got the Foul Deluxe which is a fava bean puree in a wrap with other ingredients. The lentil soup was fine but the falafel was the worst I've ever had as the coriander overpowered the flavors. It was downright inedible for me as it was perfumy and left a bad taste in my mouth that I could not get rid of for the rest of the night. I sampled the pita fries as well which is pita bread that's sliced thin then deep-fried. They were okay but I much prefer fries made out of potatoes. The falafel left such a horrible taste in my mouth that I would never want to return.
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Address :666-5 W Tennessee St
Tallahassee, FL, 32304
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Lunch Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Quiet Alcohol : No Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : No Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : No
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James W.
Awesome gyro combo with pita fries. Also a quiet little atmosphere that's very different from Pitaria. They're not directly comparable restaurants, but nicely complement each other.
(4)Nicolas L.
Little Athens Gyro is the type of place I would visit frequently if I lived in Tallahassee. I tried the Humus with Tehini and the Big Athens Gyro. The humus was a nice flavorful appetizer and the gyro was large and delicious with soft pita bread and flavorful meat, veggies, and feta cheese.
(4)Abby E.
The owners here used to run Captain Pete's on Capital Circle and then I believe they sold it. My mother used to take me there when I was little and we'd have George's Roasted Chicken, rice, and Greek salad for dinner. I was really missing those meals for years and lamenting the lack of good Greek/Middle Eastern food in this town. Then I heard about Little Athens so i went to try it one day and find that it was the same cute Egyptian couple who used to have Capt Petes! I was so happy! Little Athens is the best place in town for Gyros. They have excellent, well spiced gyro meat, sliced really thin. You can get a gyro, side item, drink, and a little piece of baklava for $10. I think that's an incredible deal because the food is so good. The roasted chicken is really delicious too. I keep meaning to try other items but I can never tear myself away from the gyros or chicken.
(4)Lily J.
THE BEST HANDS DOWN. The big athens gyro is amazing. I can't believe people who chose to eat Piteria over this. I go to this place twice a week it's so delicious.
(5)Bill F.
I am a state worker so I value the quick and cheap places downtown, in the last few months Little Athens has become my go to spot for the days I don't bring my lunch. I usually buy a combo with a gyro, greek salad, and baklava. Out of my four visits, I've never been disappointed with any of the gyros. The greek salads are small but tasty. The baklava is just out of this world. It isn't a formal sit-down location, but it is better than going to one of the many fast-casual chains restaurants that that has been popping up downtown. The owner, George, has been working on everyday i've dropped by. He is a nice fellow.
(5)Keagan W.
Well, my Dad wanted the fresh squeezed lemonade that they had listed, but they didn't have it. Same with the mint tea and no tea at all. But besides that, there was service with a smile. The pita fries were the best I've ever had but the big athens gyro was no better than Pitaria's. I give the gyro an 8/10. My Dad said his ham and cheese pita was a 7.5 out of 10. Overall, my experience with Little Athen's Gyro was an 8 out of 10.
(5)Angela F. W.
Who has the best gyro? Little Athens or Pitaria? You ask. The verdict is out. Little Athens Gyro has the best freaking GYRO!! Came here with a small group by accident. They wanted to go to Pitaria but the line was deep. So I as a seasoned Yelper suggested Little Athens even tho I had never been. Based on the yelp reviews, it looked promising. So we came here instead. The place was small but there wasn't a wait. I ordered the Big Athens Gyro and the group with me all trusted my judgement so they ordered the same. When I took the first bite, I knew we made the right choice to come here. The lamb was so tender and flavorful. The sauce and all the fixings were just amazing. Not to mention the soft and delicious pita. My table couldn't stop "hmmm"ing and saying "OMG this is really good!" This place is deff a mom & pop no frills Mediterranean joint. In fact I saw a 1989 article in Florida Flambeau featuring the owners who are two hardworking immigrants. Would I come back? Hell yeah! This is now my go-to gyro spot. Get your GYRO on!
(5)Catherine E.
I've never had a more delicious gyro than the ones served at Little Athens. Right off campus, this place is great for a quick lunch that is both delicious and unique. Compared to other pita places in town, Little Athens is by far the most inviting and authentic Greek place in town (to my knowledge).
(5)Deborah J.
Hands down the best gyros in Tallahassee. The owner is incredibly sweet and everything is made fresh - delicious!
(5)Wade B.
I have had Gyros/Heros/Kebabs at a number of places in my life (both domestic and international), and I have to say that the gyros at Little Athens are scrumptious. My wife and I usually get the combos with Greek fries and salad, and it's a great meal. Each time we've been it, it's been a one-man shop (the owner is very nice), so that means you sometimes have to wait a bit longer then normal, but it's worth the wait. You just have to try it - best in town!
(4)Gabriel F.
The jury is still out on whether I like Little Athens or Pitaria more! Little Athens, located in the same parking lot as McDonald's by the strip, is a small mom and pop Greek restaurant known for their famous Big Athens Gyro. I, of course, went ahead and tried the Big Athens and was very pleased with my decision to do so. It had all the traditional flavors you would expect when enjoying a Gyro - Lamb, Lettuce, Tomato, Onions, Feta Cheese, and delicious tzaziki . Their Pita Fries were also delicious, though I think I may like Pitaria's Pita Fries more. The owner of Little Athens is also the cook and the cashier. He is very nice and loves to get feedback from customers. The prices were fair for the amount of food you were getting. Go ahead and give it a shot, then go across the street and try Pitaria as well! I don't know if I'll ever be able to definitely say which is better! Opa!!
(4)Allison N.
As somebody who eats a ton of Greek salad, often every day for weeks at a time, I'm always looking to find a tasty salad topped with delicious gyro meat. I've been to Pitaria a few times, since basically everybody I know who lives or lived in Tallahassee recommended it to me. Basically nobody said Little Athens was right down the street and nobody told me it was better than Pitaria. Well, it is. Not that Pitaria is bad, because it's not, but it's just not as good as Little Athens. Little Athens is a pretty small spot next to a McDonald's which makes it a little difficult to find while driving, but thankfully I made it here! I came in at night and the place was pretty empty. I ordered a salad with gyro meat. The guy working was super friendly and seemed like he really cares about his customers. He was the only one working there but it didn't change the quality of service whatsoever. He still had a smile on his face despite the fact that there were quite a few people who came in after me and he was food prepping solo. My salad was really fresh. I ordered it with gyro meat, which was pretty thinly sliced. I usually like my gyro meat a little bit thicker, but this stuff was still good. Something I really liked about this salad was the seasoning put on it. Really delicious and added a little flavor to the salad. The tzatziki sauce was awesome. It had a hint of garlic which was delicious. Prices are fair, about $10 for a salad with gyro meat. With the combination of good food and friendly service I'll definitely be back.
(5)Ramona C.
Maybe the day I went was an off day for the business, or maybe I just didn't order the right thing, who knows, but this place is at the very bottom of my list. First off, upon entering the restaurant my eyes started to instantly burn from the amount of onion in the air. the owner (or at least I believe she was one of the owners) was not friendly at all and did not say a word to me and the person I was with until our food was ready. We ordered two gyros, sauce on the side, and when they were ready they were dripping with sauce. Not only was the customer service lacking, but the food was disgusting. This is not an authentic gyro at all, and quite honestly the worst one I have ever tried. Maybe their other food is edible, but our meal wasn't. We ended up throwing the majority of it out and leaving to go elsewhere. Also, it took a good five minutes for our eyes to stop burning even after leaving the place.
(1)Dena G.
We have eaten at George's off and on for years. His food is still the best Mediterranean I have tasted. We always get a hot platter of freshly cooked food, and the veggies are always ripe and delicious. My favorite is the Big Athens, which is full of grilled gyro meat, tomatoes, thin sliced onions, lettuce and feta cheese. I usually cannot finish the whole thing. My Guy gets a combo with their pita fries, which are fantastic and crispy. I usually steal some of his. This place is tucked away next to the McDonald's on Tennessee Street by the university. It is always clean and generally quiet when we go in. George and his wife do all the cooking and serving.
(5)Daniel B.
Let me start by saying the owner of this restaurant is very nice and very eager to please. I enjoyed the dining experience however I have to say, the food is a little bit over-seasoned. I've eaten falafel all over the country and love the diversity of it... By the time I was half way finished with my sandwich (the rocket), I was having trouble with the flavor being so strong. The first few bites were fantastic... But I think my tongue developed flavor fatigue and by the end it took a lot of effort to finish. My partner only ate half of her pita before throwing in the towel in favor of a dessert. The Greek fries and spanakopita were excellent. Overall, a positive experience... But as noted, sandwich was a little hard to finish.
(4)Elizabeth W.
I just devoured the best Gyro I have ever had! I want another but I'm full. I ordered the Big Athens Gyro. Yum! I've been craving greek and this was spot on. Well worth the 5min detour from i-10. The actual place is a small diner style tucked in the corner by mcdonalds...but who cares? The food is ahhhmazing.
(5)Bob H.
Best gyro in town, hands down! Owner is really nice and everything is very fresh. Give them a try!
(5)Dan S.
Best falafel in Tallahassee, other vegetarian sandwiches are great too! Cheap, close to campus, all around a pleasure every time.
(5)Mary B.
Since I went to Greece a couple of years ago I have been desperately seeking out authentic, delicious Greek food. I finally found it at Little Athens! The first clue that I noticed when I walked in what that there were only two people working, an older Greek couple (aw!). The line was also almost to the door (a good sign that this place is delicious). You order at a counter, the wife takes your order, and then you sit down. No numbers, nothing. Then, amazingly, my food always comes within the next 5 minutes. WOW. AND they always remember who ordered what. I've been sitting at a table, chatting away, and all of a sudden my food is in front of me. That's so amazing considering there is always a crowd there. I've been there several times now, and I've ordered the pastitsio, meat gyro, vegetarian dolmades, greek salad, falafel, wedding cookies, and baklava. SO GOOD. Hands down authentic flavors and recipes, the absolute best Greek food I've had in the states.
(5)Jim M.
Oh how I wish they were closer to my side of town instead of the dreaded College side. By far the best gyro in town (I'm sorry Sahara, don't hit me) that positively overflows with fillings. Great staff and wonderful service. I'm mildly concerned by the floor lamps that extend out of the ceiling and make me think my orientation is about 180 degrees from norm but hey, what else is new? Please please please come on over to the 32301 zipcode Little Athens... we will welcome you and worship you as our saviors.
(5)Monica P.
This restaurant in Tallahassee definitely thrives off from word of mouth. On graduation weekend I took my family here before graduation. It definitely was a great meal to keep me full during graduation. I got the Olympus Gyro Combo which includes a greek salad, fries, a drink, and their amazing baklava; all for less than $10. It is not authentic Greek to me but pretty close. The people there are also really friendly.
(4)Justin R.
I have been going here since they opened. The owners are really nice. The food prep may take longer than most places college kids are used to but it is well worth the wait. The big Athens is amazing. Try the meat dolmades, and also the pasticio! Best Greek I have ever had.
(5)Julia D.
This place is the absolute best when it comes to Greek food! I've been all over the world (literally) and I have yet to find better. The meat Domades are a MUST!!!! Locally owned and super friendly.
(5)Emily L.
Great prices and the best gyros in town. Also a lot of vegetarian options. Sometimes I just go there for the pita fries because they are delicious! Owners and staff are also very nice.
(5)Cara S.
BEST gyro I have ever eaten. Absolutely delicious food all the way around. The owner was also such a wonderful guy and very nice to us.
(5)Rich L.
This place was great! Inexpensive falafels with stuffed grape leaves and a piece of baklava - all for about $10! What's not to love? Definitely not fine dining but if you are looking for authentic Greek food from a diner-type restaurant, then this is the place to go. The owners are really nice too!
(3)Alexander R.
The owners are really nice, and for about 10 bucks you can get a gyro, some baclava, and a side, I usually get pita fries cuz they're crispy and delicious. Make sure to ask them to do your gyro all the way. Definitely the best Greek food I've had in Tallahassee.
(5)Catherine M.
Delicious gyro; superior to the Pitaria across the street. Owned & operated by an adorable Egyptian couple. Very sweet people, very good food!
(4)Awesome 8.
Simple awesome, by far the best Gyro I have ever had
(5)Amanda Q.
This place was absolutely disgusting. I decided to try this place out since my usual greek place of choice (directly across the street), pitaria, was super busy and I was on a short lunch break. Man, do I regret wasting my time here. I got a falafel sandwich and forced myself to eat half of it-- it was nasty. This place is not sanitary and the people working there do not care for new customers. The lady behind the counter yelled for me to come get my order; meanwhile, two different parties who got their food after me had their orders brought to their table. I recommend checking out pitaria if you're looking for greek food in the area.
(1)Matt W.
May be the best gyro in town. The only real controversy would be between Little Athens and Sahara. These would be followed by Pitaria and then Pita Pit. Not included in this list is Capt. Pete's on the NE Capital Circle, as I have never been there. Little Athens is a humble, family-run restaurant, something of a hole-in-the-wall, easy to miss as it is located off of the street adjacent to McDonald's and Momma Goldberg's. My choice menu item is the Little Athens gyro, which is your basic (but big!) gyro sandwich with a healthy heap of Kronos gyro meat, feta cheese, lettuce and tomato. It's absolutely delicious. I like to get the combo with (among other options) pita fries. The combo is kind of pricey, at about $10.00, but comes with a drink, the side, and a little hunk of balaclava. Everything is delicious, the tea is flavored, the family/owners are nice folks, service is fast...What are you waiting for?! Go try Little Athens and tell me if you disagree about its rank as one of the best gyros in Tallahassee. Oh, and if I missed a good gyro place, let me know that too!
(5)Jamie S.
Excellent value for fresh fast food. Tabouli was just right, pita bread was soft and fresh. My friend's gyro and couscous was topped with a fragrant tomato sauce with chick peas -next time!
(4)Giselle C.
This place was so good! The pitas were AMAZING and sooooo fresh. It was by far the best bak lava I've ever had. The shop is empty a lot but it's because it's in a corner and not as well known as pitaria right across the street. The man who owns the restaurant is so sweet as well.
(4)J D.
Nothing would stop me from having a falafel that day when I had a craving and thought I would try this place. My gf and I both had the falafel sandwich. The falafel had far too much bread crumbs on it, inside was not moist. It was chopped up on my sandwich and pretty small, didn't seem like they were fresh. Felt like I was inhaling bread crumbs. The tehina sauce and tomato/onion mix were flavorful though. The place looked like it was authentic but makes a pretty poor falafel sandwich esp considering the price of it at 6 bucks after tax. Falafel is supposed to be cheap street food and fresh out of a deep fryer. It's just chick peas and some bread. After looking at the rest of their menu which includes a ham and cheese sandwich, a philly sandwich, and a cuban sandwich... Confirmed this place is definitely not authentic. update: Slightly better, only so many falafel places in town. My recommendation, get the rocket instead.
(3)Michael L.
Great gyro and sauce. The cheese was a bit salty, but if you can get a full bite, it will balance. The staff is so polite and friendly, it really makes up for the poor atmosphere.
(4)A A.
I am still not over the loss of Cafe Annapurna. The last time I came to Little Athens Gyro was when they first opened. I had the Lhasa noodles with tofu, and while it was a good lunch, it was basically just bad lo mein, so I didn't come back. I may have been lamenting Cafe Annapurna in my sleep because my boyfriend suggested we try Little Athens Gyro for lunch. We've been to pita places on West Tennessee with friends and he's never enjoyed them much so we don't ever get Greek food on our own. Well he had the meat gyro and promptly told me he's been missing out. I had the paratha plate. The paratha and lentil soup were good but the chickpeas were strange. Looking at their online menu, I now realize that I wasn't served the achar or chhole, which is completely disappointing as I'm a big fan of both. (Unless their idea of chhole is the chickpeas in sour liquid they give you.) I forget if that was on the menu they have in the store, though. I'm not sure if the same couple are still running the restaurant as when they first opened. The woman who took my order last time was soft spoken and very helpful. I was in a vegetarian mood and she basically suggested that their Lhasa noodles weren't the best option and I should try something else next time. The woman who served us this time was just really... vibrant... and louder than any of the customers. Also our food wasn't brought to the table as it was the time before, and as it was for other customers. It's hard to decide between a 2 and a 3 on this because of my bad experiences. If not for that, it would probably be a solid 3 because the food is good and the atmosphere is actually really nice. It's dark in the restaurant and I'm not sure I even heard anyone else talk, which is great for a break during a stressful day.
(3)KyungAh L.
This place definitely seems to have authentic gyros! It is super delicious and their greek fries are good! Their pita fries are good too, but I don't like it as much as other places. But, this place definitely has the best gyros in Tallahassee. Their sauce is AMAZING!
(4)Joe M.
I love the falafals. The gyros did not have enough meat for the price. Brought my two little girls and they split a gyro meal. Furthmore, the lady wouldn't give us an extra cup for them to split the soda. Told us they could share the same cup. Anyway, just little things. The food was overall good. Also they were really pushing for me to post a good comment on urbanspoon.com ----- Whatever.
(3)Carolina V.
THEY ARE SUPER NICE :D It's harder to see than the other businesses on Tennessee St, but even though is slightly less accessible than the other Greek place, Little Athens Gyro is definitely worth a detour. I ordered a simple ham and cheese grilled sandwich and got more than I bargained for. It is the best ham and grilled sandwich I've had in Tallahassee so far! Smothered in creamy sauce and filled with veggies. It tastes fresh and scrumptious! For a larger appetite, the three meat trio meal is sure to satisfy! With rice and three types of meat, you are sure to leave fulfilled and satisfied. I'd definitely recommend it over the other Greek places around.
(5)Nelle C.
What a gem. The older couple running this place were super nice - food was delicious and cheap. Got the falafel burger - yummy! Loved the french fries!
(4)Devin S.
Probably one of the best things I've ever eaten. I went there not really hungry, but after the first bite I knew i had to finish it there as to not cause the guilt of not eating such a wonderful thing. I wish one day to return and eat that wonderful gyro once more.
(5)Jared Z.
I love this place. The menu has a nice selection of different food items. I would recommend trying a gyro, chicken or meat, before anything else. It will be piping hot with fresh diced tomatoes and onions - delicious. And the owner, George, is extremely gracious and will always be smiling. A must go-to place with great prices and food.
(5)Patrick A.
Best Greek in town; and much improved over the Tibetan place which used to occupy the location.
(5)Lilian O.
We set out on a mission to find Cafe Annapurna, a Tibetan and Nepali restaurant, but instead was disappointed to find that it no longer exists! I have since then updated Yelp to indicate that it has closed. Since we were starved, in the parking lot of where Cafe Annapurna used to exist, and love Greek/Mediterranean food, we decided to try Little Athens Gyro. I ordered the lentil soup and The Rocket wrap mixed with baba ganoush, falafel, whole chickpeas, lettuce, and tomato. My fiancee got the Foul Deluxe which is a fava bean puree in a wrap with other ingredients. The lentil soup was fine but the falafel was the worst I've ever had as the coriander overpowered the flavors. It was downright inedible for me as it was perfumy and left a bad taste in my mouth that I could not get rid of for the rest of the night. I sampled the pita fries as well which is pita bread that's sliced thin then deep-fried. They were okay but I much prefer fries made out of potatoes. The falafel left such a horrible taste in my mouth that I would never want to return.
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