I finally stopped at Greco roman for lunch on this beautiful Friday afternoon! I got a Greek salad with gyro meat and it was HUGE it would feed two people. The meal was very good and I also got baklava and ekmek, they were both homemade and tasted amazing! I will be back!
(5)
Jane S.
Stopped for a light dinner on a Friday night. Just a few people, steady take out traffic. Diner decor, but lots of nice murals. Not sure what's going on here, but the menu was a little pricey except for my BLT, $4.75 for the best one I've had anywhere, with fries. Bacon was warm and perfectly crisp. Perfect toast, perfect proportions. Decent tomatoes for the time of year. Partner's pizza steak was OK. Complaint was that it was a little dry. He likes them with a little grease. So if you like them lean, it was good. The roll was toasted, which I think was a nice touch. The rest of the plates we saw pass by were loaded and most of the other diners were taking leftovers home. I got a good vibe. We'll probably stop in again if we are in the neighborhood. Will let you know what happens next time.
(3)
Whoy G.
Over cooked roast beef...dry chicken...frozen mini eclairs...unmixed Caesar salad...very disappointing
(2)
Dean Z.
Definitely my go-to place for dinner, at least 3 times a month. Excellent food, good service, reasonable prices, great menu selection. I tend towards the greek selections, chicken souvlaki (kebabs), gigantes (lima beans in tomato sauce), and especially, octopus. No one does octopus like they do in the Philadelphia area- large grilled pieces in olive oil and herbs. Grilled vegetables make a great compliment to my meal. For more familiar fare, the cheesesteaks are loaded and savory (especially with peppers and onions)- hits the spot! The staff is very friendly and accommodating. It seems there are a lot of regular customers. Lot's of choices! Of course I'l go back, i've been going back for a few years now.
(5)
Lauren W.
the BFF has been loving on this place for some time, and I was really excited to try it out. I love Greek food and it's very hard to find in this area. the restaurant itself feels like a diner. we went for an early bird dinner, since I was dining with the BFF and her adorable toddler. the restaurant felt very sparse this early, with hardly any other diners at the beginning and no music til we got our food. there was literally no ambience; but if the food delivered, who cared? The food definitely delivered. the menu has a nice assortment, and a lot more Greek options than a typical diner that simply serves a gyro and maybe a spanakopita. I chose the pastitsio, kind of like a Greek lasagna bit with tube pasta and a thick bechamel on top. it was very good, and huge. the pasta was perfect for me as I like it well done, but if you prefer al dente it might not be for you. I also stole a bite of my friend's pork souvlaki sandwich - very tender and flavorful and an absolute steal under 8 bucks. I would definitely return to this place, but only for sandwiches or with a groupon. the food is good, but the lack of ambience and friendly service makes it hard to pay 15 bucks for an entree.
(3)
Scott M.
I went to this restaurant the other night. All I can say is that it was the absolute WORST experience I have ever had. The staff were completely incompetent and rude, I should have just got up and left at this point. Once I finally got to order it took forever to get my dinner. After I got my dinner it was lukewarm at best and I said something to the waitress who basically acted as if I were bothering her. The best part is that after all this and I finally began eating I saw what looked like a ROACH crawling out from under one of the tables adjacent to me. I ended up speaking to one of the owners, Mario, who tried to give me every excuse under the sun as to what happened and what I saw. His wife then came over and started basically yelling at me. She was the most rude and inconsiderate person I have EVER met. Stay FAR away from this place, who knows what kind of diseases are roaming around that kitchen and its staff!!!!!
(1)
M. M.
The Greco-Roman is a hidden gem in West Norriton! We love the Greek and Italian offerings and (tasty cheesesteaks). Normally, I order the fresh fish of the day for dinner. Other times, I'll order the the calamari (fried or grilled) with grilled vegetables. The food is delicious and always fresh. We love the order ahead option dining for lunch when dining in. The food is ready upon arrival with less time waiting. Some of my favorites, the anchovies with grilled pita, greek salad with feta cheese, grilled eggplant, grilled chicken, penne vodka, all amazing!
(5)
Joe D.
Ordered delivery. It was very prompt. We ordered the spanakopita, moussaka, special steak calzone (asked for no pepperoni, substituted extra steak). Everything was delicious and very filling. I only wish I found this place sooner! Price is not bad at all, even if you order an entree (which comes with soup/salad, dinner roll, etc) Will order here again. Looking forward to dining in before I move.
(5)
Amy A.
I purchased a Groupon for this restaurant. It's right down the street, but I've never been there. They serve both Greek and Italian cuisine. I was not disappointed. I took my 3 year old daughter and 16 year old sister and we were all pleased. It's a BYOB, so that's great. I didn't bring a bottle given my dining companions, but I want to go back with friends and bring a couple bottles. They give you freshly baked bread. Delish. The toddler had the kids ravioli. She inhaled them. My only complaint was the portion was a bit small. If a 3 year old can gobble it down, imagine a 10 year old. I would order the adult portion next time and bring home the leftovers. My sister ordered the stuffed shells. She loved them and almost devoured the whole place. I ordered the Chicken Souvlaki platter. The chicken was tender and the tzatziki sauce was unbelievable. The service was great. My sister thought the server was a cutie and we even went back a week later without a Groupon. It's hard to find a restaurant that pleases all three ages groups. We were all happy with the food and are certainly adding this location into our rotation.
(5)
Alan K.
We had a wonderful wedding rehearsal dinner in the banquet room (It is a great space separate from the restaurant and BYOB) for about 75 people. Mario set the room up perfectly for the "Taste of Philly" buffet and the service was exceptional. Now for the non-stop food -- Philly Cheesesteak, pizza, ziti, hoagies, veal parmigiana, salad and mini cannoli -- All fantastic. Everyone commented on how they truly enjoyed the evening and especially the food. Thank you Mario for far exceeding our expectations and creating a very memorable night for our family, friends and the lovely couple.
(5)
Michael H.
Would have been an easy A+ but there were hard, dry chunks in the pasta. Otherwise, delicious food, calm atmosphere, and friendly service!
(4)
Larry R.
Food here is mediocre to good, depending on the day, and what you order. I take my (now adult) kids here from time to time. It is a BYOB which I like. I have not been disappointed by anything I have ever gotten here, except the seafood platter, which was over cooked. My daughter got the chicken marsala. Unfortunately she compares it to mine (and mine is very tasty). The marsala sauce was tasty, but the chicken had a very thick coating of flour. This gave a a sticky, doughy texture to the dish. I think the flavor overall is good, but they need to skip the thick coating, and just dust the chicken to make it have a brown crispy coating. I had the grilled salmon. It was tasty. And I liked the grilled broccoli. It gives it a better taste, and it was not over cooked. 3 stars. it is usually good, but not Wow. And I'll be back.
(3)
Abby R.
Yummy. Came here with a dear old friend I hadn't seen in about 15 years. Needless to say, we talked nonstop and didn't follow the traditional pacing of looking at the menu and ordering. Service was great - the waiter let us take our time, from about 6:30 to 9:30pm - greatly appreciated! Greek salad was tasty with kalamata olives and plenty of salty feta. Calamari as a starter came grilled instead of fried (our choice) and was not overcooked and rubbery, but tender with a nice spice. Wish it would have been a little hotter temperature, though. We both had the Greek platters - he the pork souvlaki and I had the gyro. Nice tzatziki and soft warm pita. Love the BYOB. A great place away from the chain restaurants of KoP.
(4)
Alec P.
Greek and yummy.
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Valerie S.
Love, love, LOVED Greco Roman! Our server was wonderful and everything came out exactly as we ordered it... I had the Chicken A La Greco which I thought was fabulous - nothing too fancy but it totally worked - just juicy bits of grilled chicken with penne pasta, garlic and feta cheese... Can't wait to recreate that one at home! I was excited to discover that you can choose a Greek salad with your entree rather than the usual mundane side salad... Yum! We had warm pita bread with olives and feta cheese for an appetizer - they give you a really big piece of feta so we were able to take a nice chunk of it home with us. My husband enjoyed his gyro platter and my daughters enjoyed their pasta dishes (gnocchi and spaghetti)... The only thing that struck me odd about the place was that they serve butter with the complimentary bread they give you - not that there is anything wrong with butter by any means, but it seems to me that it should be served with olive oil, being as it IS an Italian/Greek place!!!
(5)
Melissa V.
Ick, bland and poor quality food! It feels like a cafeteria too. The people that worked there are friendly but it was otherwise poor experience.
(1)
Kristin M.
I went on a Friday night and was seated immediately at a comfortable booth. Although it felt like a locals-only establishment (because there was a big table of folks who knew the server and chef), I didn't feel unwelcome. For our appetizers we ordered 1) the feta, olives and pita and 2) the grapeleaves (stuffed with rice) with tzatziki. They gave us a generous portion of feta and warm pita (yum!). The grapeleaves were also delicious but I think the tzatziki was the most memorable. It was probably the most flavorful tzatziki I've ever had. I would go back just for this. My husband had the greek salad which was also a fairly generous portion. This was your standard greek salad. Hubs also got the Souvlaki Chicken platter and I got the Souvlaki chicken sandwich (comes with fries). These were pretty good. My chicken was a little chewy but flavorful. We got baklava to go. The prices were reasonable and the service was friendly. There was ample parking behind the restaurant. We were a little disappointed in the lack of Greek options. The menu seemed to be mostly Italian and Hoagies, which we didn't try. I expect to return!
(3)
Heidi H.
What a find! Great food, especially the Grilled Octopus and the Eggplant Chips. My husband said the Lamb Chops were some of the best he has ever had. Good service; the chef served us our entrees. Prices extremely reasonable. We'll be back.
(5)
Simon T.
A favourite of my family for the last 7-8 years, every time we are back in town we make this one of our must visits. My personal menu usually includes the moussaka main course with a sampler platter of tadziki, taramasa and feta dips. My wife always opts for the spanakopita, my daughter goes Italian and my son always goes for the tried and tested chicken bites and fries. So what I'm saying is they can cater for my whole family and the good is plentiful, great tasting and very good value for the money. As a plus the owner is always friendly and welcoming just to make the meal that bit more special. For family meals or even larger groups this is a great choice!
(4)
D.R. S.
The Saganaki (cheese in wine sauce) appetizer is worth the trip alone. A great menu filled with things I don't recognize, but i get the feeling its all delicious, at least everything I had was!
(4)
J P.
Greco Roman is a fantastic restaurant if your in the mood for Greek food. While they do have Italian and Greek on the same menu the Greek is superior. They do have the standard Gyros and Souvlaki but they also have good entrees as well. The appetizers are also top notch as is the Greek coffee. If your on Ridge Pike and hungry for good food check them out!
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Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : Yes Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Dinner Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : No Outdoor Seating : No Wi-Fi : No Has TV : No Waiter Service : Yes Caters : Yes
Greek food is a fine melody of the finest pressed olive oil, fresh fermented bread, colorful vegetables, juicy meat, sea food all cooked in spices and fresh rosemary. The people from Greek were great scholars who aimed to excel in everything they do. The results are quite visible in their food as they are the inventors of olive oil which is beneficial to health. Greeks also made different type of wines from the best quality of grapes fermented in controlled environment.
Today, you can find hundreds of restaurants offering authentic Greek food or popularly termed as Mediterranean cuisine in New York city alone. People wait in line to taste the exotic Greek dishes like saganaki, taramasalata, souvlaki, loukoumades, spanakopita, moussaka, and many more. One thing which most people like about these authentic Greek dishes is abundant use of lemon juice, olive oil, fresh rosemary and sea salt. A smart mix of few ingredients can virtually take you on the pebble streets of beautiful city of Greece.
For those who don't have time to enjoy fine dining should try tasting the famous souvlaki with pita which is type of meat dish, also a trademark Greek fast food. For those who are vegetarian, or vegan can try different versions of Greek Salad. So, if you wish to enjoy a hearty yet healthy meal that tastes divine then try dining at the best Greek restaurant in your city. Greek cuisine not only tastes good but also help maintain your body in a natural way through healthy diet.
Italian Cuisine
The immense popularity of Italian cuisine globally isn't unknown. You can find an Italian Pizzeria around every corner of almost every city in the United States. Not to forget that in every house, people enjoy mac and cheese as comfort food. But it would be wrong to believe that Italian food starts with pizza and ends with good pasta as this Mediterranean country has much more to offer other than these two dishes. In Italian Cuisine, there is a high use of fresh tomatoes, all kinds of herbs, great quality of cheese, all types of meat, seafood and fresh handmade pasta. Many find it hard to believe that Italians have been making noodles long back.
Italian and Greek cuisines are always mistaken to be same, but they are poles apart. The primary difference between the two cuisines is the use of cheese in most of the Italian dishes. Italians love to cultivate their own cheese and process them as per their food requirement. It is believed that some cheese is so expensive that cheese producers secure them in lockers.
If you are bored eating the same old pasta or pizza, you can try some of the authentic Italian dishes like Risotto, Polenta, Ribollita, Lasagna, Fiorentina Steak, Bottarga, Ossobuco, Carbonara, Focaccia, Arancini and Supplì. Another item which Italians love to relish every morning is a good cup of Italian Coffee. Once you taste a freshly brewed cup of Italian Coffee, you might not visit Starbucks ever again. Authentic Italian food is made with heart and soul, so go find a restaurant where you can relish Italian cuisine in your city.
Rula R.
I finally stopped at Greco roman for lunch on this beautiful Friday afternoon! I got a Greek salad with gyro meat and it was HUGE it would feed two people. The meal was very good and I also got baklava and ekmek, they were both homemade and tasted amazing! I will be back!
(5)Jane S.
Stopped for a light dinner on a Friday night. Just a few people, steady take out traffic. Diner decor, but lots of nice murals. Not sure what's going on here, but the menu was a little pricey except for my BLT, $4.75 for the best one I've had anywhere, with fries. Bacon was warm and perfectly crisp. Perfect toast, perfect proportions. Decent tomatoes for the time of year. Partner's pizza steak was OK. Complaint was that it was a little dry. He likes them with a little grease. So if you like them lean, it was good. The roll was toasted, which I think was a nice touch. The rest of the plates we saw pass by were loaded and most of the other diners were taking leftovers home. I got a good vibe. We'll probably stop in again if we are in the neighborhood. Will let you know what happens next time.
(3)Whoy G.
Over cooked roast beef...dry chicken...frozen mini eclairs...unmixed Caesar salad...very disappointing
(2)Dean Z.
Definitely my go-to place for dinner, at least 3 times a month. Excellent food, good service, reasonable prices, great menu selection. I tend towards the greek selections, chicken souvlaki (kebabs), gigantes (lima beans in tomato sauce), and especially, octopus. No one does octopus like they do in the Philadelphia area- large grilled pieces in olive oil and herbs. Grilled vegetables make a great compliment to my meal. For more familiar fare, the cheesesteaks are loaded and savory (especially with peppers and onions)- hits the spot! The staff is very friendly and accommodating. It seems there are a lot of regular customers. Lot's of choices! Of course I'l go back, i've been going back for a few years now.
(5)Lauren W.
the BFF has been loving on this place for some time, and I was really excited to try it out. I love Greek food and it's very hard to find in this area. the restaurant itself feels like a diner. we went for an early bird dinner, since I was dining with the BFF and her adorable toddler. the restaurant felt very sparse this early, with hardly any other diners at the beginning and no music til we got our food. there was literally no ambience; but if the food delivered, who cared? The food definitely delivered. the menu has a nice assortment, and a lot more Greek options than a typical diner that simply serves a gyro and maybe a spanakopita. I chose the pastitsio, kind of like a Greek lasagna bit with tube pasta and a thick bechamel on top. it was very good, and huge. the pasta was perfect for me as I like it well done, but if you prefer al dente it might not be for you. I also stole a bite of my friend's pork souvlaki sandwich - very tender and flavorful and an absolute steal under 8 bucks. I would definitely return to this place, but only for sandwiches or with a groupon. the food is good, but the lack of ambience and friendly service makes it hard to pay 15 bucks for an entree.
(3)Scott M.
I went to this restaurant the other night. All I can say is that it was the absolute WORST experience I have ever had. The staff were completely incompetent and rude, I should have just got up and left at this point. Once I finally got to order it took forever to get my dinner. After I got my dinner it was lukewarm at best and I said something to the waitress who basically acted as if I were bothering her. The best part is that after all this and I finally began eating I saw what looked like a ROACH crawling out from under one of the tables adjacent to me. I ended up speaking to one of the owners, Mario, who tried to give me every excuse under the sun as to what happened and what I saw. His wife then came over and started basically yelling at me. She was the most rude and inconsiderate person I have EVER met. Stay FAR away from this place, who knows what kind of diseases are roaming around that kitchen and its staff!!!!!
(1)M. M.
The Greco-Roman is a hidden gem in West Norriton! We love the Greek and Italian offerings and (tasty cheesesteaks). Normally, I order the fresh fish of the day for dinner. Other times, I'll order the the calamari (fried or grilled) with grilled vegetables. The food is delicious and always fresh. We love the order ahead option dining for lunch when dining in. The food is ready upon arrival with less time waiting. Some of my favorites, the anchovies with grilled pita, greek salad with feta cheese, grilled eggplant, grilled chicken, penne vodka, all amazing!
(5)Joe D.
Ordered delivery. It was very prompt. We ordered the spanakopita, moussaka, special steak calzone (asked for no pepperoni, substituted extra steak). Everything was delicious and very filling. I only wish I found this place sooner! Price is not bad at all, even if you order an entree (which comes with soup/salad, dinner roll, etc) Will order here again. Looking forward to dining in before I move.
(5)Amy A.
I purchased a Groupon for this restaurant. It's right down the street, but I've never been there. They serve both Greek and Italian cuisine. I was not disappointed. I took my 3 year old daughter and 16 year old sister and we were all pleased. It's a BYOB, so that's great. I didn't bring a bottle given my dining companions, but I want to go back with friends and bring a couple bottles. They give you freshly baked bread. Delish. The toddler had the kids ravioli. She inhaled them. My only complaint was the portion was a bit small. If a 3 year old can gobble it down, imagine a 10 year old. I would order the adult portion next time and bring home the leftovers. My sister ordered the stuffed shells. She loved them and almost devoured the whole place. I ordered the Chicken Souvlaki platter. The chicken was tender and the tzatziki sauce was unbelievable. The service was great. My sister thought the server was a cutie and we even went back a week later without a Groupon. It's hard to find a restaurant that pleases all three ages groups. We were all happy with the food and are certainly adding this location into our rotation.
(5)Alan K.
We had a wonderful wedding rehearsal dinner in the banquet room (It is a great space separate from the restaurant and BYOB) for about 75 people. Mario set the room up perfectly for the "Taste of Philly" buffet and the service was exceptional. Now for the non-stop food -- Philly Cheesesteak, pizza, ziti, hoagies, veal parmigiana, salad and mini cannoli -- All fantastic. Everyone commented on how they truly enjoyed the evening and especially the food. Thank you Mario for far exceeding our expectations and creating a very memorable night for our family, friends and the lovely couple.
(5)Michael H.
Would have been an easy A+ but there were hard, dry chunks in the pasta. Otherwise, delicious food, calm atmosphere, and friendly service!
(4)Larry R.
Food here is mediocre to good, depending on the day, and what you order. I take my (now adult) kids here from time to time. It is a BYOB which I like. I have not been disappointed by anything I have ever gotten here, except the seafood platter, which was over cooked. My daughter got the chicken marsala. Unfortunately she compares it to mine (and mine is very tasty). The marsala sauce was tasty, but the chicken had a very thick coating of flour. This gave a a sticky, doughy texture to the dish. I think the flavor overall is good, but they need to skip the thick coating, and just dust the chicken to make it have a brown crispy coating. I had the grilled salmon. It was tasty. And I liked the grilled broccoli. It gives it a better taste, and it was not over cooked. 3 stars. it is usually good, but not Wow. And I'll be back.
(3)Abby R.
Yummy. Came here with a dear old friend I hadn't seen in about 15 years. Needless to say, we talked nonstop and didn't follow the traditional pacing of looking at the menu and ordering. Service was great - the waiter let us take our time, from about 6:30 to 9:30pm - greatly appreciated! Greek salad was tasty with kalamata olives and plenty of salty feta. Calamari as a starter came grilled instead of fried (our choice) and was not overcooked and rubbery, but tender with a nice spice. Wish it would have been a little hotter temperature, though. We both had the Greek platters - he the pork souvlaki and I had the gyro. Nice tzatziki and soft warm pita. Love the BYOB. A great place away from the chain restaurants of KoP.
(4)Alec P.
Greek and yummy.
(4)Valerie S.
Love, love, LOVED Greco Roman! Our server was wonderful and everything came out exactly as we ordered it... I had the Chicken A La Greco which I thought was fabulous - nothing too fancy but it totally worked - just juicy bits of grilled chicken with penne pasta, garlic and feta cheese... Can't wait to recreate that one at home! I was excited to discover that you can choose a Greek salad with your entree rather than the usual mundane side salad... Yum! We had warm pita bread with olives and feta cheese for an appetizer - they give you a really big piece of feta so we were able to take a nice chunk of it home with us. My husband enjoyed his gyro platter and my daughters enjoyed their pasta dishes (gnocchi and spaghetti)... The only thing that struck me odd about the place was that they serve butter with the complimentary bread they give you - not that there is anything wrong with butter by any means, but it seems to me that it should be served with olive oil, being as it IS an Italian/Greek place!!!
(5)Melissa V.
Ick, bland and poor quality food! It feels like a cafeteria too. The people that worked there are friendly but it was otherwise poor experience.
(1)Kristin M.
I went on a Friday night and was seated immediately at a comfortable booth. Although it felt like a locals-only establishment (because there was a big table of folks who knew the server and chef), I didn't feel unwelcome. For our appetizers we ordered 1) the feta, olives and pita and 2) the grapeleaves (stuffed with rice) with tzatziki. They gave us a generous portion of feta and warm pita (yum!). The grapeleaves were also delicious but I think the tzatziki was the most memorable. It was probably the most flavorful tzatziki I've ever had. I would go back just for this. My husband had the greek salad which was also a fairly generous portion. This was your standard greek salad. Hubs also got the Souvlaki Chicken platter and I got the Souvlaki chicken sandwich (comes with fries). These were pretty good. My chicken was a little chewy but flavorful. We got baklava to go. The prices were reasonable and the service was friendly. There was ample parking behind the restaurant. We were a little disappointed in the lack of Greek options. The menu seemed to be mostly Italian and Hoagies, which we didn't try. I expect to return!
(3)Heidi H.
What a find! Great food, especially the Grilled Octopus and the Eggplant Chips. My husband said the Lamb Chops were some of the best he has ever had. Good service; the chef served us our entrees. Prices extremely reasonable. We'll be back.
(5)Simon T.
A favourite of my family for the last 7-8 years, every time we are back in town we make this one of our must visits. My personal menu usually includes the moussaka main course with a sampler platter of tadziki, taramasa and feta dips. My wife always opts for the spanakopita, my daughter goes Italian and my son always goes for the tried and tested chicken bites and fries. So what I'm saying is they can cater for my whole family and the good is plentiful, great tasting and very good value for the money. As a plus the owner is always friendly and welcoming just to make the meal that bit more special. For family meals or even larger groups this is a great choice!
(4)D.R. S.
The Saganaki (cheese in wine sauce) appetizer is worth the trip alone. A great menu filled with things I don't recognize, but i get the feeling its all delicious, at least everything I had was!
(4)J P.
Greco Roman is a fantastic restaurant if your in the mood for Greek food. While they do have Italian and Greek on the same menu the Greek is superior. They do have the standard Gyros and Souvlaki but they also have good entrees as well. The appetizers are also top notch as is the Greek coffee. If your on Ridge Pike and hungry for good food check them out!
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