Worst gyro I have ever had Bar looks good with lots of TV and they have nice little patio I can hang out there but not the gyro and the only reason why I went there was gyro which was not good so here is my 1star review Will try one more time and will update
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Anthony E.
Best gyro I ever had went in last night while visiting family had a drink and ordered wings and gyros the best service was great bartender was a female very good thanks niko coming back today before heading back to Boston
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Rachel G.
The best gyro in Cleveland, HANDS DOWN! My boyfriend and I frequent this place at least 2-3 times a month. Not only are their Gyro's to die for, their Hummus sampler is amazing an Greek salad (with Gyro meat)! . The atmosphere while small, is elegant and clean. Great beer selection and beer specials and the staff is always on point and friendly! However 2 complaints, get rid of the plastic silverware! The seats are NOT comfortable. They have a bench style bar stool running the length of the bar, and boy is it uncomfortable. However, food is so good we don't usually care. Niko the owner is usually present, and he is kind, professional and always making sure the customers are happy.
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Rick W.
definitely 4.5 to 5 stars. i can't remember the last time i've had food like this in a "bar." Danielle and i had a late lunch at Nikos because I wanted some good hummus. since we've had their hummus "to go" before we decided to stop in for lunch. Ohio brewed drafts were $3 on Sundays so I ordered a Dortmunder Gold and later a Fat Head's Spookytooth (i can't believe it's out already). i drank both so fast i had the faintest trace of a buzz. For food, we shared some hummus as an appetizer. There was so much that by the time our lunches came we were already full but we tried anyway. Danielle had a regular gyro and fries and i had the Niko's Original - a gyro w/ smoked pork. I don't have the words to tell you how great it was. Just delicious. the pork alone tasted so good. Danielle and i frequent many BBQ joints and none, so far, has had pork that tasted as good as this. the french fries, while frozen - yes, frozen (big deal) - were fried perfectly w/ a nice seasoning. I wanted to eat them all but had to stop myself and ask for a to go container before i burst. there's no doubt i'll be back. seriously the best meal i've had in a long time. the only negatives i would say are that the tzatziki sauce lacked a whole lot of cucumber flavor - at least as far as i could tell. also, people in the bar were talking inappropriately (i feel) around kids sitting at nearby tables. though, i personally never understand bringing kids into a bar to begin with. that said, they were so unimportant i'd only take away a half star from my review. loved it.
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Nick F.
It was mine and my wifes first time here. While the service was great, it had a couple...oddities to it. First, there was a creepy guy on the patio smoking and trying to hit on the waitresses. While that doesnt affect the service, it didnt help enhance it. The girls were clearly a little freaked and went in fairly quickly. Secondly, the music was a bit loud. I felt like i was shouting slightly just to hold a conversation with my wife. Not to mention. They had cursing In the songs while kids were out on the patio. The food. It was good, however didn't really fill us at all. My wife ordered the Niko's original, which is pictured below. The amount you get for 8.50 a gyro is awesome. But nevertheless didnt get the job done. All in all, an okay at best experience.
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Kels L.
I live pretty close to Niko's, and its my first stop for when I want to watch a UFC/boxing match. Aside from the hard-ass benches that wrap around the place, this is a good sports bar with an outside patio and a good selection of booze. The gyros are very fresh, large, and come with an order of fries. It's a good amount of food and I usually save half for later. Lots of variety on the gyro menu, but I get the traditional old faithful gyro every time and have never been disappointed. Nice patio, nice wait staff, good food, and shows UFC so I don't have to go to BW3. I'm in.
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Mike T.
Stopped in for lunch today. Smallish, but big enough. I probably wouldn't walk in during peak hours, but I was here early. Gyro was great and the beer list decent; fries were pretty good, too. Service was friendly from both the bartender and what I think was the owner. Will be back... soon.
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Nicole G.
I came here for dinner based on a great recommendation from my dad. I was very excited about a great gyro place, but to my disappointment they would not accommodate to my fish allergy, so the only thing I could eat was the salad, hummus, and french fries. My boyfriend and I split the buffalo hummus which was great! He got the lamb gyro which he said was delicious. I got the Greek salad, it was good. I wouldn't go back just because I can't order much from the menu.
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Jess F.
I have been missing Niko's since it closed up in Lakewood. I am so happy Niko has decided to bring his Greek goodness to North Royalton! We started off with a trio of hummus dips - each was fantastic but the spicy feta hummus was the best! The dips come with fresh pita, cucumbers, and carrots. Perfect for sharing. All three of us absolutely loved our meals - the mini gyro combo, the vegetarian gyro, and the spicy chicken gyro. All of the meals came with fries too. The gyros were all under $10 and we all needed to-go boxes. The atmosphere was friendly and laid back - perfect place to hang out and watch some tv or play keno. The patio out front is nice too! They also had a large variety of craft beers and beers on special too. I can't wait to go back :)
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Chad D.
Went for lunch. Greek salad with blackened salmon was outstanding! My 10 year old who is a picky eater destroyed his kids menu Gyro.
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John T.
I'm starting to love this place. Great gyros, a small but excellent selection of craft beers on tap (Dogfish Head, Three Floyds, and others), Keno if you are so inclined, and friendly service. I may become a regular here. Oh, and when they say something will be spicy ... trust them.
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Michelle L.
I liked this place, cute and friendly inside. Their patio is small but nice with a TV outside. The Gyros were great but you will taste them for a while after. My suggestion is order the sauce on the side it can get messy and if you are sharing order an extra pita bread!
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Alan S.
I really enjoyed Niko's in Lakewood and was very pleased to hear he was opening a place near our part of the world. Tonight was our first visit, and while it won't be our last, we won't be rushing back. I think he and his team did a great job turning a wine bar into a cool little sports bar. It IS small, but that's ok, it's cool. We ordrered the garlic hummus dip which, sadly, seemed to have zero garlic in it. It also had zero taste. They were nice enough to take it off our bill. Even one of the servers mentioned it didn't smell like there was any garlic in it. BTW, all the servers were extremely pleasant and professional. Kudos to them. My wife ordered the mini gryos and I tried the lamb and beef. There was nothing "wrong" with any of it, there just wasn't much there that encouraged us to have it again. The beef and lamb had almost a grainy, kind of mushy feel and taste to it., and the chicken in my wife's minis were too dry to eat at least without a lot of sauce. There is a similar place a few miles east on 82 that (so far, anyway) we greatly prefer. In fairness to Niko's I won't mention the name. We WILL go back as I really don't like writing a place off after one visit (unless we're talking filth or total and complete assholery from a manager or owner). They have burgers and wings and perhaps they're great. We'll be back to find out. Hey, we pull for locally owned places and want Niko's to succeed. That alone requires another visit.
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Lynn G.
We come here at least once a month. Best gyro's around hands down. Also god craft brew selection.
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Tom E.
The food is pretty good, but the service stinks. The booth built in the back of the bar is really uncomfortable. Did I mention the service sucks. This might be one of the few places to get mediocre Greek food on the south side, but this place does not deserve all the good reviews it has. The food is good, the location is ok at best, and the setting is bad, and the service is well below what is to be expected at a bar. It is what it is, do not go out of your way to cone here.
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Laura C.
Best gyro, hands down. The service here is great for both dine in and carry out. The patio is great and they have Bumbleberry on tap. Sold.
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Mathew C.
Let me just start by saying Niko is awesome, he is unlike and bar owner. He keeps things professional but at the same time he will sit and relax right along with you. On the other hand when the bar is slammed with customers he isn't afraid to step up and get things handled. All in all he he is an exceptional bar owner. Next the girls behind the bar are wonderful, now I did go to school with a couple of them so I think that might boost their popularity with me. But even the ones that are "new" to me are still great to me. They treat me more as a friend rather then a customer. Even the bar backs will greet me every time I come in and then when he has a minute to talk he will sit down and ask me how I've been and what's been going on in my life. Truly everyone is a friend. I've only eaten the food here a handful of times but each time it was fantastic. It was full of flavor, extraordinarily fresh, and it was a bargain! When I do get food here I know what to expect, an exceptional meal for a good value. To sum up my experience at Niko's, the owner is exceptional in every aspect of being an owner. All of the employees are friends. The food is excellent. What else could you ask for in a local bar. Five stars all around! Well done.
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Ken L.
This is by far the best Gyro in the city of Cleveland. The only thing that even gets a little close is the gyro at the fair. However Nikos is twice as large and probably a buck less. Nikos is by far the best tzatziki sauce I have had. Although a bit thick the taste is unparalleled. If you like garlic like I do then beware. Niko uses enough Garlic keep all the Vampires in True Blood away. If your not a fan of the lamb beef combo then I suggest the Chicken Gyro. This is not quite as large but is still large enough to fill you up. There are other lighter items which appear to be a big hit but I have not tried. IE Salmon Gyro and salads. All Gyros come with a large side of fries (which are salted heavily) recommendation is to ask for unsalted to control this. If there is a complaint its the beer. While Nikos has one of the best craft beer selections in the area with the daily feature beer of 3.00. There should be a domestic beer on tap as well. Its not to say that you cant get a domestic. Plenty of choices are available in the cooler. All im saying is it would be nice to get a Miller Light on daft from time to time. A nice bonus is the amount of tvs that Nikos has in this place with almost as many tvs as seats your sure to see the game you want with no problem seeing all the action. Even though its -10 degrees it appears that the patio will be quite nice this summer as well with the ability to watch the game on the patio as well. Bottom line Nikos is the place to snarf a great Gyro and try a craft beer. If you leave Nikos hungry it might be time to get checked for a tape worm.
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Erin R.
Tried this place for the first time tonight and the gyro was bigger than a chipotle burrito!!! Soooo yummy!!!!
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P H.
Great beer selection. Great service. Portions large. Gyros good. Hummus very good. Try jalapeño hummus.
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Address :12766 Royalton Rd
North Royalton, OH, 44133
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Average Music : Juke Box Good For Dancing : No Alcohol : Full Bar Happy Hour : Yes Best Nights : Mon, Fri, Sat Coat Check : No Smoking : Outdoor Area/ Patio Only Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : Free Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Caters : No
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Elizabeth T.
Worst gyro I have ever had Bar looks good with lots of TV and they have nice little patio I can hang out there but not the gyro and the only reason why I went there was gyro which was not good so here is my 1star review Will try one more time and will update
(1)Anthony E.
Best gyro I ever had went in last night while visiting family had a drink and ordered wings and gyros the best service was great bartender was a female very good thanks niko coming back today before heading back to Boston
(5)Rachel G.
The best gyro in Cleveland, HANDS DOWN! My boyfriend and I frequent this place at least 2-3 times a month. Not only are their Gyro's to die for, their Hummus sampler is amazing an Greek salad (with Gyro meat)! . The atmosphere while small, is elegant and clean. Great beer selection and beer specials and the staff is always on point and friendly! However 2 complaints, get rid of the plastic silverware! The seats are NOT comfortable. They have a bench style bar stool running the length of the bar, and boy is it uncomfortable. However, food is so good we don't usually care. Niko the owner is usually present, and he is kind, professional and always making sure the customers are happy.
(4)Rick W.
definitely 4.5 to 5 stars. i can't remember the last time i've had food like this in a "bar." Danielle and i had a late lunch at Nikos because I wanted some good hummus. since we've had their hummus "to go" before we decided to stop in for lunch. Ohio brewed drafts were $3 on Sundays so I ordered a Dortmunder Gold and later a Fat Head's Spookytooth (i can't believe it's out already). i drank both so fast i had the faintest trace of a buzz. For food, we shared some hummus as an appetizer. There was so much that by the time our lunches came we were already full but we tried anyway. Danielle had a regular gyro and fries and i had the Niko's Original - a gyro w/ smoked pork. I don't have the words to tell you how great it was. Just delicious. the pork alone tasted so good. Danielle and i frequent many BBQ joints and none, so far, has had pork that tasted as good as this. the french fries, while frozen - yes, frozen (big deal) - were fried perfectly w/ a nice seasoning. I wanted to eat them all but had to stop myself and ask for a to go container before i burst. there's no doubt i'll be back. seriously the best meal i've had in a long time. the only negatives i would say are that the tzatziki sauce lacked a whole lot of cucumber flavor - at least as far as i could tell. also, people in the bar were talking inappropriately (i feel) around kids sitting at nearby tables. though, i personally never understand bringing kids into a bar to begin with. that said, they were so unimportant i'd only take away a half star from my review. loved it.
(5)Nick F.
It was mine and my wifes first time here. While the service was great, it had a couple...oddities to it. First, there was a creepy guy on the patio smoking and trying to hit on the waitresses. While that doesnt affect the service, it didnt help enhance it. The girls were clearly a little freaked and went in fairly quickly. Secondly, the music was a bit loud. I felt like i was shouting slightly just to hold a conversation with my wife. Not to mention. They had cursing In the songs while kids were out on the patio. The food. It was good, however didn't really fill us at all. My wife ordered the Niko's original, which is pictured below. The amount you get for 8.50 a gyro is awesome. But nevertheless didnt get the job done. All in all, an okay at best experience.
(3)Kels L.
I live pretty close to Niko's, and its my first stop for when I want to watch a UFC/boxing match. Aside from the hard-ass benches that wrap around the place, this is a good sports bar with an outside patio and a good selection of booze. The gyros are very fresh, large, and come with an order of fries. It's a good amount of food and I usually save half for later. Lots of variety on the gyro menu, but I get the traditional old faithful gyro every time and have never been disappointed. Nice patio, nice wait staff, good food, and shows UFC so I don't have to go to BW3. I'm in.
(3)Mike T.
Stopped in for lunch today. Smallish, but big enough. I probably wouldn't walk in during peak hours, but I was here early. Gyro was great and the beer list decent; fries were pretty good, too. Service was friendly from both the bartender and what I think was the owner. Will be back... soon.
(4)Nicole G.
I came here for dinner based on a great recommendation from my dad. I was very excited about a great gyro place, but to my disappointment they would not accommodate to my fish allergy, so the only thing I could eat was the salad, hummus, and french fries. My boyfriend and I split the buffalo hummus which was great! He got the lamb gyro which he said was delicious. I got the Greek salad, it was good. I wouldn't go back just because I can't order much from the menu.
(3)Jess F.
I have been missing Niko's since it closed up in Lakewood. I am so happy Niko has decided to bring his Greek goodness to North Royalton! We started off with a trio of hummus dips - each was fantastic but the spicy feta hummus was the best! The dips come with fresh pita, cucumbers, and carrots. Perfect for sharing. All three of us absolutely loved our meals - the mini gyro combo, the vegetarian gyro, and the spicy chicken gyro. All of the meals came with fries too. The gyros were all under $10 and we all needed to-go boxes. The atmosphere was friendly and laid back - perfect place to hang out and watch some tv or play keno. The patio out front is nice too! They also had a large variety of craft beers and beers on special too. I can't wait to go back :)
(5)Chad D.
Went for lunch. Greek salad with blackened salmon was outstanding! My 10 year old who is a picky eater destroyed his kids menu Gyro.
(4)John T.
I'm starting to love this place. Great gyros, a small but excellent selection of craft beers on tap (Dogfish Head, Three Floyds, and others), Keno if you are so inclined, and friendly service. I may become a regular here. Oh, and when they say something will be spicy ... trust them.
(4)Michelle L.
I liked this place, cute and friendly inside. Their patio is small but nice with a TV outside. The Gyros were great but you will taste them for a while after. My suggestion is order the sauce on the side it can get messy and if you are sharing order an extra pita bread!
(4)Alan S.
I really enjoyed Niko's in Lakewood and was very pleased to hear he was opening a place near our part of the world. Tonight was our first visit, and while it won't be our last, we won't be rushing back. I think he and his team did a great job turning a wine bar into a cool little sports bar. It IS small, but that's ok, it's cool. We ordrered the garlic hummus dip which, sadly, seemed to have zero garlic in it. It also had zero taste. They were nice enough to take it off our bill. Even one of the servers mentioned it didn't smell like there was any garlic in it. BTW, all the servers were extremely pleasant and professional. Kudos to them. My wife ordered the mini gryos and I tried the lamb and beef. There was nothing "wrong" with any of it, there just wasn't much there that encouraged us to have it again. The beef and lamb had almost a grainy, kind of mushy feel and taste to it., and the chicken in my wife's minis were too dry to eat at least without a lot of sauce. There is a similar place a few miles east on 82 that (so far, anyway) we greatly prefer. In fairness to Niko's I won't mention the name. We WILL go back as I really don't like writing a place off after one visit (unless we're talking filth or total and complete assholery from a manager or owner). They have burgers and wings and perhaps they're great. We'll be back to find out. Hey, we pull for locally owned places and want Niko's to succeed. That alone requires another visit.
(2)Lynn G.
We come here at least once a month. Best gyro's around hands down. Also god craft brew selection.
(5)Tom E.
The food is pretty good, but the service stinks. The booth built in the back of the bar is really uncomfortable. Did I mention the service sucks. This might be one of the few places to get mediocre Greek food on the south side, but this place does not deserve all the good reviews it has. The food is good, the location is ok at best, and the setting is bad, and the service is well below what is to be expected at a bar. It is what it is, do not go out of your way to cone here.
(3)Laura C.
Best gyro, hands down. The service here is great for both dine in and carry out. The patio is great and they have Bumbleberry on tap. Sold.
(5)Mathew C.
Let me just start by saying Niko is awesome, he is unlike and bar owner. He keeps things professional but at the same time he will sit and relax right along with you. On the other hand when the bar is slammed with customers he isn't afraid to step up and get things handled. All in all he he is an exceptional bar owner. Next the girls behind the bar are wonderful, now I did go to school with a couple of them so I think that might boost their popularity with me. But even the ones that are "new" to me are still great to me. They treat me more as a friend rather then a customer. Even the bar backs will greet me every time I come in and then when he has a minute to talk he will sit down and ask me how I've been and what's been going on in my life. Truly everyone is a friend. I've only eaten the food here a handful of times but each time it was fantastic. It was full of flavor, extraordinarily fresh, and it was a bargain! When I do get food here I know what to expect, an exceptional meal for a good value. To sum up my experience at Niko's, the owner is exceptional in every aspect of being an owner. All of the employees are friends. The food is excellent. What else could you ask for in a local bar. Five stars all around! Well done.
(5)Ken L.
This is by far the best Gyro in the city of Cleveland. The only thing that even gets a little close is the gyro at the fair. However Nikos is twice as large and probably a buck less. Nikos is by far the best tzatziki sauce I have had. Although a bit thick the taste is unparalleled. If you like garlic like I do then beware. Niko uses enough Garlic keep all the Vampires in True Blood away. If your not a fan of the lamb beef combo then I suggest the Chicken Gyro. This is not quite as large but is still large enough to fill you up. There are other lighter items which appear to be a big hit but I have not tried. IE Salmon Gyro and salads. All Gyros come with a large side of fries (which are salted heavily) recommendation is to ask for unsalted to control this. If there is a complaint its the beer. While Nikos has one of the best craft beer selections in the area with the daily feature beer of 3.00. There should be a domestic beer on tap as well. Its not to say that you cant get a domestic. Plenty of choices are available in the cooler. All im saying is it would be nice to get a Miller Light on daft from time to time. A nice bonus is the amount of tvs that Nikos has in this place with almost as many tvs as seats your sure to see the game you want with no problem seeing all the action. Even though its -10 degrees it appears that the patio will be quite nice this summer as well with the ability to watch the game on the patio as well. Bottom line Nikos is the place to snarf a great Gyro and try a craft beer. If you leave Nikos hungry it might be time to get checked for a tape worm.
(5)Erin R.
Tried this place for the first time tonight and the gyro was bigger than a chipotle burrito!!! Soooo yummy!!!!
(5)P H.
Great beer selection. Great service. Portions large. Gyros good. Hummus very good. Try jalapeño hummus.
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