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Name: Zesty’s
Address: 4382 Main St, Philadelphia, PA, 19127
Telephone: (215) 483-6226
Price range: Under $11
Rating: 3.32

Zesty’s

4382 Main St, Philadelphia, PA, 19127

(215) 483-6226
Store is closed

Zesty’s Menu

Cold Appetizers

Hummus a la Salonica

Tzatziki

Hummus a la Salonica

Tzatziki
Hot Appetizers

Baby Octopus

Classic Bruschetta

Calamari

Mussels Krasata

Saganaki

Baby Octopus

Classic Bruschetta

Calamari

Mussels Krasata

Saganaki
Soup

Avgolemono Soup

Avgolemono Soup
Salads

Caesar Salad

Caesar Side Salad

Greek Salad

Caesar Salad

Caesar Side Salad

Greek Salad
Pasta

Gnocchi al Gorgonzola

Ravioli Verdi

Gnocchi al Gorgonzola

Ravioli Verdi
Traditional Greek Favorites

Moussaka

Spanakopita

Moussaka

Spanakopita
Fish

Salmon Aurora

Shrimp Glyfada

Zesty's Crab Cakes

Salmon Aurora

Shrimp Glyfada

Zesty's Crab Cakes
Beef

Filet Mignon

Filet Mignon
Chicken

Chicken Lefkadas

Chicken Lefkadas
Lamb

Arni Kapama

Arni Souvlaki

Arni Kapama

Arni Souvlaki
Desserts

Homemade Dessert

Homemade Dessert

Healthy Meal suggestions for Zesty’s

Cold Appetizers

Hummus a la Salonica [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tzatziki [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Hummus a la Salonica [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tzatziki [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Hot Appetizers

Baby Octopus [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Classic Bruschetta [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Calamari [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mussels Krasata [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Saganaki [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Baby Octopus [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Classic Bruschetta [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Calamari [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mussels Krasata [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Saganaki [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Soup

Avgolemono Soup [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Avgolemono Soup [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Salads

Caesar Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Caesar Side Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Greek Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Caesar Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Caesar Side Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Greek Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Pasta

Gnocchi al Gorgonzola [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Ravioli Verdi [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Gnocchi al Gorgonzola [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Ravioli Verdi [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Traditional Greek Favorites

Moussaka [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Spanakopita [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Moussaka [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Spanakopita [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Fish

Salmon Aurora [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Shrimp Glyfada [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Zesty's Crab Cakes [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Salmon Aurora [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Shrimp Glyfada [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Zesty's Crab Cakes [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Beef

Filet Mignon [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Filet Mignon [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Chicken

Chicken Lefkadas [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken Lefkadas [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Lamb

Arni Kapama [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Arni Souvlaki [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Arni Kapama [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Arni Souvlaki [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Desserts

Homemade Dessert [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Homemade Dessert [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

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Tram N.

First of all, I was in love with the atmosphere. The entire restaurant was closed during the winter for renovation and the result was stunning! I can't believe it was all done by the owner who was over 70 years old! The service was exceptional. The waiter was super friendly and very open to give us suggestions on what to order. He also showed that he was in love with the place himself so it just made the entire experience more positive. Finally, the food is super delicious. We ordered the baby octopus dish as an appetizer and it was the best octopus I've ever eaten. Give the fact that octopus is my most favorite food, that was definitely quite a compliment. Overall, I loved the entire experience and would definitely come back for a lot more times. Highly recommended!
(5)
Jennifer C.

Came here for restaurant week. First timers. food: Tzatziki and mussels were awesome appetizers. The moussaka was fabulous, the shrimp and rice entree was just okay. The dessert, baklava, was BAD. way too sweet that it actually burned our throats. It was also hard and seemed old Service: Bad. Very slow. We had to remind the waiter that dessert was part of the restaurant week menu. Waiter was pretty absent though as an apology he did give us each a glass of wine. Unfortunately at the end, he pressed my friend for her number which was awkward and unprofessional. I would go back, but this place is not as good or authentic feeling as other Greek restaurants in Philadelphia like Kanella, Estia, Dmitri's, or Zorba's.
(3)
Teresa S.

Loved the atmosphere. The server was nice and kept apologizing for the food taking so long. The kitchen was short staffed. The hummus appetizer was great and so was the jazz band so we didn't mind our lunch taking a while. That being said, when the entrees finally arrived my order was wrong and the meat was over cooked. We had waited so long we didn't want to send it back. Might give them another chance the next time we're in the area.
(3)
Jennifer R.

This is more like a 3.5 because we had some truly delicious plates here but some pretty weird aspects to being here. We came at 6 on a friday night for dinner and to get a few happy hour snags. We were the only people in the restaurant for a while. The happy hour specials were not hard to remember (half off apps, and two drink specials) but our server had to yell to the bartender across the room twice to figure out what they were. There were quite a few people on staff who were just standing around and kept looking at us since we were the only people there. it was pretty uncomfortable. As a designer I had a bone to pick with the menu and logo too. The menu was very hard to read, on very poor quality paper and organized pretty oddly. Also an insane amount of spelling mistakes (that may have been the spelling the owner grew up with), but being on a poor quality menu it just added to the thrown together feel. It just seems like one of those single-owned places that have been doing the same thing for 50 years (odd new renovations aside). The food did happen to be pretty good. I got the moussaka that was a big win in the authentic flavorful greek entree department and my boyfriend's chicken with feta/spinach was done very well. Our apps weren't as fresh with the tomatoes in the bruschetta tasting over-ripe and the hummus through the pastry bag thing with random large garlic cloves in there didn't make for the freshest taste. It was still good but did not win us over. The entrees seemed premade as well (of course for the moussaka being that lasagna style) but luckily the flavors made up for it. If I'm in the mood for greek, this is the only game in town around manayunk, so I would be back to try a few other greek classics knowing the flavors would be there, but overall just an odd experience.
(3)
Justine J.

I have become quite fond of this place. The staff has always been super nice, especially the man at the bar. I always go for their avgolemeno soup for carry-out. It is a must-try. It's loaded with rice and chicken and has a nice lemony kick to it. It is absolutely delicious to me. One time I ordered three of these things and they gave me an entire load of bread to take home as well - which was awesome for soup dipping by the way. While I'm waiting for any carry-outs, they always offer me a glass of water (which a lot of places don't think to do) with a slice of lemon - fancy! I talked to one of the regulars at the bar and apparently they have this beet small eats that's not on the menu, but if you ask for it, they can make it for you. And it's supposed to be amazing. So if you like beets, apparently this is a good starter for you!
(4)
Meegan H.

The food has always been great, but since they've re-opened, the menu has changed slightly, which is disappointing. I am allergic to gluten, and they used to have rice with my favorite dish, the lamb arni souvlaki. Now it is orzo. They also use iPads to place orders, which appears cumbersome for the waitstaff to use, at least each time I've been in. Also, and this is nitpicking, but the new menu had embarrassing spelling mistakes. How hard is it to spell-check before you create your menu for the public?
(3)
Brian F.

Completely unexpected five-star experience. As we walked by the restaurant, I just thought it would be average Greek food. But there was a lot more in store inside... Every single dish we ordered was outstanding. The hummus was seasoned perfectly and served with piping hot, fresh pita. Grilled calamari in balsamic reduction and grilled octopus with lemon and olive oil also got high praise! But best of all was my salmon entrÃ©e. The salmon was cooked perfectly... juicy and able to cut it with a fork only. Even the rice pilaf served with it was perfect. How many times do you hear people rave about the rice pilaf?! But even better was the outstanding service! If you go there, please make sure that you sit in Italian grandmother Carlin's section! She cracked really funny jokes with excellent delivery, made sure our glasses were always full, and even gave us free second helping of hummus.
(5)
Sarah P.

disappointing service, food was really not that great.
(2)
Katie P.

Great Greek food! Highly recommend anything with spinach or eggplant. Got the fish once and it was a whole fobs which I want prepared for. But it was very delicious. Overall another good manayunk option
(4)
Kaitlin R.

The atmosphere is cool. They did a nice job decorating. We sat at the bar and had drinks and wood fire pizza. Bartender, Joe, was nice and friendly. Pizza wasn't very good and they forgot one of my toppings! Had a lot of fresh fish on the menu- seemed pricey for what you get.
(2)
Dan C.

This is one of those places that I've walked past a million times on Main Street and somehow never noticed. Or, I guess I should say I've noticed it but just assumed it was some sort of cheap, relatively crappy restaurant. The combination of the long store front, color, cheap looking sign, and name all shout unappealing. Not to mention the fact that it always appears to be empty. I was quite surprised when I walked in and saw two very fancy bars, granite tables, and a fish tank. I was served complimentary bread with oil, which is always a nice touch, but the bread left something to be desired. For my dinner, even though I know this is a Mediterranean style restaurant, I stupidly ordered a pizza. The sauce was really good but other than that the pizza was pretty terrible. Too much cheese and an unfortunately floppy and under-cooked thin crust. I can at least see the potential in it being pretty good. My girlfriend made a much, much better choice with the grilled calamari, which was quite delicious. Good texture, good flavor. I should add that she only got the calamari after her first choice of meal was unavailable. I could see myself coming back at some point and trying something else besides the pizza from the menu, but I'm honestly not sure how long Zesty's will be here as I can't imagine it's turning a profit.
(3)
Christine G.

I don't know how I've missed this place over the past 5 years I've lived in Philadelphia and come to Manayunk. I made a reservation for 9 for 630 on a Saturday night and we were seated right away as we came in. Know that valet is complimentary; we brought multiple cars and 2 of us didn't see the free valet sign. Whoops. No wine menu so be sure to ask the server about the wines available. The humus was delicious- a must order dish. You can tell it's a home made dish. I ordered a Greek side salad which was good, just a little too much dressing (there was a small pool of dressing at the bottom of my bowl). The grape leaves were also a table favorite I ordered the scallops for dinner, very good and well done and I liked the sauce. Grandma ended up ordering the same thing and was glad she went with it! Mom ordered the shrimp Glyfada and it was gone by the end of the night. There were 2 or 3 other dishes ordered that people devoured. The service was great and the servers did a good job with us, especially as service began to pick up later in the evening. I'd come back here!
(4)
Tram N.

First of all, I was in love with the atmosphere. The entire restaurant was closed during the winter for renovation and the result was stunning! I can't believe it was all done by the owner who was over 70 years old! The service was exceptional. The waiter was super friendly and very open to give us suggestions on what to order. He also showed that he was in love with the place himself so it just made the entire experience more positive. Finally, the food is super delicious. We ordered the baby octopus dish as an appetizer and it was the best octopus I've ever eaten. Give the fact that octopus is my most favorite food, that was definitely quite a compliment. Overall, I loved the entire experience and would definitely come back for a lot more times. Highly recommended!
(5)
Jennifer C.

Came here for restaurant week. First timers. food: Tzatziki and mussels were awesome appetizers. The moussaka was fabulous, the shrimp and rice entree was just okay. The dessert, baklava, was BAD. way too sweet that it actually burned our throats. It was also hard and seemed old Service: Bad. Very slow. We had to remind the waiter that dessert was part of the restaurant week menu. Waiter was pretty absent though as an apology he did give us each a glass of wine. Unfortunately at the end, he pressed my friend for her number which was awkward and unprofessional. I would go back, but this place is not as good or authentic feeling as other Greek restaurants in Philadelphia like Kanella, Estia, Dmitri's, or Zorba's.
(3)
Dan C.

This is one of those places that I've walked past a million times on Main Street and somehow never noticed. Or, I guess I should say I've noticed it but just assumed it was some sort of cheap, relatively crappy restaurant. The combination of the long store front, color, cheap looking sign, and name all shout unappealing. Not to mention the fact that it always appears to be empty. I was quite surprised when I walked in and saw two very fancy bars, granite tables, and a fish tank. I was served complimentary bread with oil, which is always a nice touch, but the bread left something to be desired. For my dinner, even though I know this is a Mediterranean style restaurant, I stupidly ordered a pizza. The sauce was really good but other than that the pizza was pretty terrible. Too much cheese and an unfortunately floppy and under-cooked thin crust. I can at least see the potential in it being pretty good. My girlfriend made a much, much better choice with the grilled calamari, which was quite delicious. Good texture, good flavor. I should add that she only got the calamari after her first choice of meal was unavailable. I could see myself coming back at some point and trying something else besides the pizza from the menu, but I'm honestly not sure how long Zesty's will be here as I can't imagine it's turning a profit.
(3)
Steve L.

Don't be intimidated! Yes it's fine dining, yes it's pricy, but that's not to say you will leave hungry and offended. The good: Most of the meat dishes have the portions of a true dinner. Ingredients are quality and real. Bread, yep, the bread and oil alone is delicious. Attention to how your food was cooked. Crowds here are friendly and open. No snooty bologna, you may actually leave the place befriending. Interior design is interesting. Ability to pick your fish. Service. Dancing on some nights. Not so good: Some nights are dead and others are jam packed, it difficult to gauge. Suggest: The filet. Any hock. Hummus.
(5)
Christine G.

I don't know how I've missed this place over the past 5 years I've lived in Philadelphia and come to Manayunk. I made a reservation for 9 for 630 on a Saturday night and we were seated right away as we came in. Know that valet is complimentary; we brought multiple cars and 2 of us didn't see the free valet sign. Whoops. No wine menu so be sure to ask the server about the wines available. The humus was delicious- a must order dish. You can tell it's a home made dish. I ordered a Greek side salad which was good, just a little too much dressing (there was a small pool of dressing at the bottom of my bowl). The grape leaves were also a table favorite I ordered the scallops for dinner, very good and well done and I liked the sauce. Grandma ended up ordering the same thing and was glad she went with it! Mom ordered the shrimp Glyfada and it was gone by the end of the night. There were 2 or 3 other dishes ordered that people devoured. The service was great and the servers did a good job with us, especially as service began to pick up later in the evening. I'd come back here!
(4)
Michael F.

Unfortunately, a majority of my review will focus on some very unacceptable things Zesty's did in the service department instead of focusing on the food. That's a real shame too, since the food was pretty good. We arrived around 4 o'clock and were promptly seated. Menus and bread quickly arrived starting the experience off on the right foot. However, about 10 minutes later a large group of people arrived and were followed by a constant stream of additional people. I later found out that a wedding reception was being held in the restaurant around 4:30 and they decided not to close while hosting. No biggie I said in my head. Unfortunately, I couldn't get pass it - especially with the large crowd standing so close to our booth that I could join their conversations.... I was rather glad we didn't take the table originally offered to us! No matter, we were determined to enjoy our food and did our best to ignore. As we wrapped up, we decided it would be best to box up some leftovers. Our waitress gladly offered to take care of it for us... then walked OUTSIDE with our food to go around the reception crowd. Once boxed, the food came back from OUTSIDE to our table. I won't go to the "is that even legal or a health code violation" level, but we certainly won't be eating those leftovers! When asked, she told us her manager required they not go through the reception crowd and instead recommended they walk OUTSIDE with food. Hey, its still March here in Philly! Maybe on another day, Zesty's would have wowed us without these little snafus and earned itself a solid 4 maybe even a low 5 star review. Instead, I'm left wondering if I should bother to give them another shot...
(2)
Brianna D.

My fiancÃ© and I enjoyed this place. We were hesitant to step inside based in the outside: it's a bright blue building, and looks like a low-class diner. The "Zesty's" sign looks like branding for a pizzeria- very confusing. But, take a step inside and that all changes. It's very lovely. The food was great. I ordered the lamb and my fiancÃ© the salmon. Both were perfectly cooked to order. Prices are a bit on the expensive side, but I think it was worth the quality. We'll be back.
(4)
Matt R.

Ended up booking a luncheon party at this location for 30 people on a Sunday in the Fall. It was dead in there, maybe two other tables in the entire place. Our crowd was relegated to the back area which was a little small to hold our entire party. People were Squeezed together and some party members had to sit in another area of the restaurant separated from the party. Service was slow but mainly because there was only one server working along with the manager, whom I don't believe was taking order. The food was awesome! Good Greek salad and excellent filet mignon. The Baklava was standard.
(3)
Laura B.

$5 sangria Saturday (huge, delicious sangia), and the best calamari I've ever eaten. Cute church pews for booths. Definitely good.
(5)
Michael H.

Came to this restaurant after peeking at the menu online while looking for good dining in Manayunk. First off, the name Zesty's reminds me of some cheap wing bar. When you walk into this place, it's a mess. The decor is cheesy, unwelcoming. The restaurant seemed confused. However, the food was decent. My girlfriend is Greek, growing up in a family who owned a critically successful restaurant in Greek town of Baltimore. My expectations are somewhat lofty. We have both had a lot of great Greek food. Zesty's was good. The octopus was cooked and seasoned well. The hummus was great. My girlfriend ordered the crab cakes, which were solid but not spectacular. I enjoyed th Arni Souvlaki. Rice was just what I expected and the lamb was juicy and flavorful. Our server came off as pretentious and rude when my girlfriend tried to relate by telling him she was Greek. The food also took forever, and we were one of three tables in the entire restaurant. Not sure if I'll be back. Even though the food was decent.
(3)
Dave H.

Zesty's[1] is bigger than a breadbox. A bar dominates the left dining area, which is surrounded by booths and light tables. On the right dining area (towards the kitchen), there are more tables and booths. The place is well-lit (a plus, for me), and windows provide an expansive view of Main Street Manayunk, perfect for staring out in an angsty manner. Last I was here, I co-hosted a happy hour, and didn't run into any issues. Bartender Sophia served our crew with a smile, getting us appetizers (try the mussels), shots (Jameson, of course), and drinks (heard their vodka and Red Bull was potent). Runners moved food from the kitchen to customers with nary a delay. Thanks to owner Tom for his hospitality! [1] Supposedly Munk & Nunn now - half the place is church-themed in a non-kitschy way - but Zesty's web site still exists, as does their signage from the street. SO VERY CONFUSING
(3)
Denise H.

I gave 2 stars because I thought the service and the atmosphere were good. It's a cute little place. I did not enjoy the food. I got the Greek sampler but ended up picking at it because I simply didn't like it. If you enjoy Greek food, this could be your place. Hey, maybe it is the best food in the area for Mediterranean dishes but I just don't think it's my thing.
(2)
Vaughn B.

I love that Zesty's menu has a "traditional greek" section. Usually I have to ask the waiter to point out their most popular traditional foods. The food and service was great
(4)
Marissa D.

This was my second time there and I will never go back. They are very disorganized. Our waitress was nice but very slow and could not multitask well, which is important as a server. They were out of several bottles of wine we were interested in and didn't actually get drinks until being there for 45 minutes!! Then the food took forever even though the place was empty. When we did get our food it was only mediocre and I love Greek so it was really disappointing. We spent a frustrating 2 hours there so if you plan to eat there make sure you clear your schedule!
(1)
Randall B.

The Gnocci with the Gorgonzola Cream Sauce was amazing! Almost wanna be vegetarian coming to this Greek Restaurant !
(4)
Lia L.

We eat out very frequently and this was by far one of the worst experiences We have EVER had. I ordered a special grilled shrimp salad and when it came out it was completely rancid. Nice, serve a pregnant girl bad shrimp. When the waitress sent it back to the kitchen, she said the kitchen agreed it was bad and that it was "the dressing". Since when do you use dressing that smells like bad shrimp? So I ordered an appetizer instead. It took 45 minutes for my appetizer to come out. Obviously everybody was long done with their meal. The worst part was when we got the bill, they overcharged us for the app! We asked to speak to the owner who came to the table to introduce himself at the beginning of the meal, but he refused to come out!!! Can you even?!? Also our waitress never refilled our water a single time. Why I don't like to say all bad things, everybody else enjoyed their entree once the smell of bad shrimp dissipated from the table. Also after we complained about the overcharge for the app, the waitress removed the item from our bill altogether (why was this not done immediately or at least a dessert sent out after the terrible meal/experience??) Overall, weird decor, weird smell, bad service, very very very overpriced too. Not sure how this place survives with all the competition and the way they do business. I would never recommend anybody go here!
(1)
Tabitha S.

The level of service at this restaurant makes it abundantly clear why there were only 3 tables of diners on a Friday night. Actually, using the word "service" for what we experienced is a stretch. This restaurant doesn't have a wine list. They have a clunky plastic clad iPad that you have to pass around. The waitress had zero knowledge of said clunky wine list. When one of my dining companions asked for a dry Greek red, she had to go ask the bartender. When she brought the wine however, she didn't even bother to inform us what wine she brought. In addition, she shattered a wine glass across our table. I had glass on my plate and on my lap. No apology. She even tried to minimize the situation by saying, 'oh well, you only have one piece of glass in your lap'. For future reference - the only acceptable number of glass shards in my lap is ZERO. The entrees came out extremely staggered. Three came out, then about 4 minutes later, three more. Mine came out about 15 minutes later after all of the other people had finished their meals. I would have canceled my entree at that point, if I could have found our waitress. No apologies for the appalling service were made. No manager ever came to our table. Nothing was comped. The decor is hideous. They have massive fish in these tiny little tanks. It is sad. The place looks cheap, but the food is so expensive. The real shame is that the food was actually good. The char grilled octopus was amazing. The hummus was great - smooth, creamy, flavorful. No one at our table had any complaints about the food. But after that horrid service, I will never eat there again. And you shouldn't either.
(1)
Chris M.

This place is OVER-looked. Go in for dinner. The bartender CANNOT be friendlier if he tried.. truly, probably the friendliest bartender we've ever had in Philly. Decor is cool, runway lights on the ceiling.. and a classy bar. You're thinking typical Greek Sandwiches. No, this food is Authentic. I highly recommend sticking to the Greek, and order many plates.. you won't regret. The quality is A+. We ordered the Keftedes, Iman, Patzaria, Aginares a la Polita, Hummus and Greek Pizza, so good. Go for lunch, think dinner menu might be a little higher in $ (my only negative). But the Greek Food Quality cannot be beat.
(4)
Gavin S.

The place was packed on a Saturday night. We had to sit by the door, but even the draft couldn't ruin the fine meal I had here. We began with the hummus, which was as good as others have stated. For the main course I went with the Chicken Lefkadas, which is chicken breast stuffed with fresh spinach & feta cheese, served on top of mashed potatoes and green beans, with mushroom cream sauce. Amazingly tasty. My guest had the Liga Apo Olla, which while filling was a bit less inspiring. For dessert we tried the baklava cheesecake, which was good, but I would have preferred straight baklava, as cheesecake to me is a bit tired. The atmosphere/decor was quite inviting, with inventive use of lighting, including colored lights of the ceiling. Our server Sophie returned often to refill our glasses. I don't understand all the losers here complaining about it being overpriced - one joked about going to Burger King instead - maybe that tells you something. (FYI the nearest Burger King is on Chelten Avenue in Germantown.) Final note - there are two bars here, making it a fine place to imbibe your favorite libation in style. I had not seen it since the renovation but I am sure I will return soon.
(5)
Nadia B.

I went to the restaurant on a Saturday night and now I know why they were only 3 tables in the whole place. The service sucks more than a vacuum!! SLOW. After waiting an hour and asking for the check to pay for the apps and leave, my food finally came out. I told the waiter I could have gotten faster food if I took a flight to Greece and flew back to pa
(1)
Lu M.

Love it here !Always a good meal!Greek salad,mussels and bread can make the meal but everything here is great!Hummus,crab cake and fresh fish all good.Wish the menu was bigger though because I've had everything!Ive been going for years.They remodel and its nice but I like the old decor.Even if you just want to sit at the bar Joe is a pleasure!I actually like eating at the bar because of him!He makes a mad sangria!Its not Greek but who cares!
(4)
Rick M.

You have to order the mussels, I think they might be the best I've ever had. Also, if you get the chance, since I believe it might have been a special, get the asparagus soup with crab meat. It's incredible. The bartenders are awesome, and extremely friendly as well. Definitely worth a try on Main Street.
(5)
Nikki B.

I LOVE ZESTY'S. The food is delicious, always fresh, and the owner is a perfectionist, so you know you are getting a good meal. If for some reason it's not (and that won't happen), he'll make it right! The gorgonzola gnocchi are the best I've ever had, as is the spanakopita. Make sure to get the baklava, especially if it was just baked and can be served hot out of the oven. Tom, the owner, as well as the wait staff, really make you feel appreciated and at home. I don't live in Manayunk, and I rarely come to Manayunk for dinner, but I'll make the trip for Zesty's.
(5)
Rick T.

I love Greek food and just moved to Manayunk, so I was excited this place is so close. On a Monday evening with few patrons, service was extremely slow. Also, I didn't love anything I tried. In particular, the hummus was oddly thick with strange flavorings. Church pew seating is cute, but large fish tanks and smudged plexiglass room divider were off-putting.
(2)
Jill T.

A few years ago they had a big remodel which is what drew my attention to this place. My now husband and I went there one night about a year and a half ago, and our dinner was really good. The halloumi was delicious- it came out sizzling in lemon an oil, it was awesome. I'd def. go back and try a few different menu items next time. Unfortunately we're not in the area very frequently anymore.
(4)
Chris H.

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(5)
Steve L.

Don't be intimidated! Yes it's fine dining, yes it's pricy, but that's not to say you will leave hungry and offended. The good: Most of the meat dishes have the portions of a true dinner. Ingredients are quality and real. Bread, yep, the bread and oil alone is delicious. Attention to how your food was cooked. Crowds here are friendly and open. No snooty bologna, you may actually leave the place befriending. Interior design is interesting. Ability to pick your fish. Service. Dancing on some nights. Not so good: Some nights are dead and others are jam packed, it difficult to gauge. Suggest: The filet. Any hock. Hummus.
(5)
Jane M.

it was really yummy. That's really all I can say about this place. We went as a party of 4 and there wasn't a person on the table that didn't like their food. The only con was - we had a wait a really long time for our food.. That is completely excused though because I had ordered a stew that took a long time to prep.
(4)
Laura B.

$5 sangria Saturday (huge, delicious sangia), and the best calamari I've ever eaten. Cute church pews for booths. Definitely good.
(5)
Kristin W.

Came by on a Saturday night and squeezed into one of the pew-benches that only gets harder to get out of the more you eat and drink. We started with the Tzatziki and my dinner partners who had recently been to Greece pronounced it authentic and the best they'd found stateside. Soft pita wedges and flavorful dip - wonderful! My entree was the Arni Kapama - the lamb meat fell off the bone and had a good flavor. I would definitely advise against the baby lamb chops dish which had a strongly bitter and smoky flavor.
(3)
Nicole V.

They have a beautiful dinning room inside so it really sets a nice ambiance for the place. The huge windows allows for entertainment because you get to people watch which is always amusing. The food is pretty expensive. However, it's really high quality. The mussels are cooked perfectly. They were so tender. The sauce they were cooked in was different from the usually tomatoes type broth I am used too. But, it was nice. The greek salad was made with great quality vegetables and a decent sized portion. The hummus plate was also delicious. I do question how one can charge 10 dollars for some hummus and warm pita. The only negative to the meal was the calamari and the bread basket. It's insanely tough. It was pretty disgusting. Most restaurants that give you the olive oil garlic dipping sauce have warm bread. This wasn't warm at all and was extremely tough hard beard. It wasn't appetizing. We finished the meal off with a baklava cheesecake. The cheesecake itself isn't bad. I had high expectations for a nice combination of baklava with the cheesecake. However, I was disappointed. The phyllo dough wasn't even cooked right so it lacked the flaxy texture of a real baklava. Overall, it was a nice meal with enthusiastic waitress who knew the menu fairly well. I also appreciate the fact they market vegetarian dishes on the menu. Thank you for supporting the vegetarians of the world!
(4)
Samuel J.

Had a lot of problems with this restaurant but the one overwhelming issue is that the place is just plain strange. Went for dinner with 4 and the restaurant was basically empty, (surrounding restaurants were jumping) which should have been a dead give away. First thing we noticed walking in was the very out of place decor of the restaurant. Copper walls with a loungy bar, and church pews? Hostess was pleasant and seated us at a table near the back. Seating was completely uncomfortable and difficult to even squeeze in the booth. The table also proved to be an issue for the server to stretch to either end to fill water and take plates. Service was okay tried one of the recommended greek wines which was acceptable followed by a less than mediocre calamari and hummus appetizer. Forty minutes later entrees came out completely staggered (4 minutes between serving 3 people) which in my opinion is completely unacceptable for a "fine dining" restaurant. Desert seemed to be to much of a hassle so we decided to pass on the store bought cake displays. On of the manager or owners seemed to be spending most of his time with a walkin couple at the bar which made me feel good to know that instead of concentrating on better food and service they were schmoozing friends. I can see why the place is empty, better off saving your money and going to long john silver's to avoid.
(1)
Jesse G.

My wife and I loved every aspect of our experience at Zestys! The Greek salad was amazing as was the Greek pizza! Nick our waiter was attentive and friendly. Overall love place!
(5)
Susie R.

Terrible service, so-so food, and horrible experience--and that was with only 4 tables being served at the time! So many things went wrong, but mostly with the service: Only four tables being served at the time, each with parties of 4 or less, like our 4=person party, and service was VERY slow. That was forgivable, but so many things, in light of the slow night and slow service, were not. We had two teenage girls with us who ordered cokes, while fiancee ordered an alcoholic beverage; fiancee never got his drink until he asked for it twice, while the girls each got RUM and cokes. We sat there for so long, we were about to go ask about our food, when one dish came out.... then we waited for the others as they came out in awkwardly staggered times. When "all" the dishes were out, it turns out the waitress never even put in one of our orders, so my fiancee did not get his food either. They offered to put it in, but by that time so much time had passed we just decided to forget about it. When we went to pay, the waitress brought out an iPad and rattled on about how she was the only person there, and she had a long day, etc. Furthermore, when she brought the bill, she swiped my card with an iPad app at the table, which she subsequently stood and held for me as she waited for me to sign and tip her while she watched me. The options for the tip were "10%, 15% or Other." I waited for her to leave, and I ultimately had to awkwardly tell her we'd just do it in cash so that she wouldn't WATCH ME TIP HER WHILE SHE COMPLAINED. The food was just okay, but I honestly couldn't remember it in light of the experience. We sorely overpaid for sure. Just a terrible experience.
(1)
Kathy H.

I love this place! It's one of my go-to spots when we want a tasty meal and friendly service. We usually sit at the bar as the full menu is available and bartenders are friendly and always willing to tell you what they love to eat on the menu. The hummus is fantastic and a must-have in my book. I love the Greek flatbread, spanikopita and the slouvaki. The baklava cheesecake is a must order and addictive! They have valet parking which is key in a weekend in Manayunk.
(4)
Natasha C.

Very disappointed with this restaurant. We have been coming here for years, but since moving out if the city it has been awhile. I should have known when we walked in to an empty restaurant that this was not the Zestys I remembered. The hostess was rude. The waitress complained that she had to come to work at the last minute. After waiting for our sodas for 15 minutes I looked out the window and saw our waitress hanging out in Main Street. My fish was overcooked. To top it all off the food is way overpriced. The high prices must be the only reason why they are still alive. I will never ever visit Zestys again.
(1)
Kate V.

Wasn't too sure what to expect from Zesty's, but was pleasantly surprised. Had a good sized menu with many options, but the ostrich caught my eye. If you have never had ostrich before I suggest you try it! Amaazzzing! Similar to beef but more lean. So delish. Service was okay, a little slow, but the food was great.
(4)
Katie S.

The waiter was attentive but not pushy and was very generous with our wine glasses. We started with the Tzatziki (cucumber yogurt) with warm pita - delicious! We also tried the calamari and Greek Salad, both were great! Not badly priced either. I can't wait to go back for more Tzatziki! I'm hooked!
(4)
Michael F.

Unfortunately, a majority of my review will focus on some very unacceptable things Zesty's did in the service department instead of focusing on the food. That's a real shame too, since the food was pretty good. We arrived around 4 o'clock and were promptly seated. Menus and bread quickly arrived starting the experience off on the right foot. However, about 10 minutes later a large group of people arrived and were followed by a constant stream of additional people. I later found out that a wedding reception was being held in the restaurant around 4:30 and they decided not to close while hosting. No biggie I said in my head. Unfortunately, I couldn't get pass it - especially with the large crowd standing so close to our booth that I could join their conversations.... I was rather glad we didn't take the table originally offered to us! No matter, we were determined to enjoy our food and did our best to ignore. As we wrapped up, we decided it would be best to box up some leftovers. Our waitress gladly offered to take care of it for us... then walked OUTSIDE with our food to go around the reception crowd. Once boxed, the food came back from OUTSIDE to our table. I won't go to the "is that even legal or a health code violation" level, but we certainly won't be eating those leftovers! When asked, she told us her manager required they not go through the reception crowd and instead recommended they walk OUTSIDE with food. Hey, its still March here in Philly! Maybe on another day, Zesty's would have wowed us without these little snafus and earned itself a solid 4 maybe even a low 5 star review. Instead, I'm left wondering if I should bother to give them another shot...
(2)
Matt R.

Ended up booking a luncheon party at this location for 30 people on a Sunday in the Fall. It was dead in there, maybe two other tables in the entire place. Our crowd was relegated to the back area which was a little small to hold our entire party. People were Squeezed together and some party members had to sit in another area of the restaurant separated from the party. Service was slow but mainly because there was only one server working along with the manager, whom I don't believe was taking order. The food was awesome! Good Greek salad and excellent filet mignon. The Baklava was standard.
(3)
Natalie B.

So, I'm not sure whether to review this place as Zesty's or Munk and Nunn, because the menus, business cards, and discount cards refer to it as both. The website is Munk and Nunn. The signs outside are Zesty's, which really confused my friend and me when we were trying to find Munk and Nunn. The inside is very pretty. The tables look like they have marble tops and the seats are pews. There are pictures of beautiful churches, and fish tanks divide the first room and second room. There's a big bar in the middle of the first room, and the ceiling is decorated with small Christmas lights. The bathrooms were clean and had cool faucets. Their beer selection isn't great and our soco and lime shots tasted pretty watered down, but the bartender was really friendly. My friend and I shared some delicious grilled calamari covered in balsamic vinegar. I had an overall good experience and will definitely come back again, but I can't give it four stars. I only tried one thing, and it bothers me that they won't decide on a name. It's unprofessional and confusing to be both. We spoke briefly with the owner, and he said that he won't change the signs outside because "people want Zesty's"? I vote for Munk and Nunn.
(3)
Laurel M.

I've eaten at Zesty's on many occasions and have always found my meals to be delicious. They have a huge menu that includes Mediterranean pastas, fish & meat, as well as a daily selection of fresh fish. I've tried quite a variety of dishes and have had no complaints, but I must say their seafood is absolutely excellent. I especially like their loup de mer, a very nice, light, white fish. Their fresh fish dishes are served with the head on, so just be prepared for that. Their Greek salad is also a favorite of mine to order - in fact its my favorite place in town to order a Greek salad. Very tasty! I have always found the service to be very nice and the restaurant in general is a fantastic place to eat. Definitely request an outdoor table if the weather is nice!
(5)
KC M.

If I could give this place more then 5 stars I would. I went here last night for dinner because I had bought a living social deal awhile ago and figured we'd give it a try. We went at 9:30pm on a saturday night and there was only one other couple eating. The waiter was super helpful when we asked questions about the menu and even gave suggestions. The bread they give it a good size loaf and the oil infused with garlic is delightful. We shared the hummus appetizer and it was delicious...warm pita and creamy yummy hummus. I got the ricotta gnocchi (I was slightly hesitant bc i'm not a big fan of gorgonzola) and it was superb. The sauce was super tasty and not too overpowers and the gnocchi was amazing....melts in your mouth. You can tell it was fresh and they made it fresh and not store packaged and just boiled. My BF got the chicken lefkadas and loved it as well. Good portions, not bad prices...would totally recommend. Definitely coming back here!!!
(5)
J B.

I used to love Zezty's! The moussaka and hummus were my favorite! I must admit, however, that I haven't been there since they changed it. I had walked by at one point and saw a menu posted, which didn't feature the moussaka, so I never went back. Seeing this place on Yelp made me check out the menu online and it says they have it! So...I'll have to give it another whirl. I used to love the open atmosphere and the fact that I never needed a reservation. The hummus was always delicious and served with warm pita! The grilled octopus was also quite good. I am eager to go back now and check out their updated look and menu. I hope it's just as good as it used to be. I'll be sure to do an updated review!
(4)
Jaime V.

Food was good, but not compared to Estia in Center City. Anyway, we had the pushiest waiter ever. All he kept saying was "get the octupus" over and over, so we were basically pushed into it. However it was good. haha
(3)
Michael H.

Came to this restaurant after peeking at the menu online while looking for good dining in Manayunk. First off, the name Zesty's reminds me of some cheap wing bar. When you walk into this place, it's a mess. The decor is cheesy, unwelcoming. The restaurant seemed confused. However, the food was decent. My girlfriend is Greek, growing up in a family who owned a critically successful restaurant in Greek town of Baltimore. My expectations are somewhat lofty. We have both had a lot of great Greek food. Zesty's was good. The octopus was cooked and seasoned well. The hummus was great. My girlfriend ordered the crab cakes, which were solid but not spectacular. I enjoyed th Arni Souvlaki. Rice was just what I expected and the lamb was juicy and flavorful. Our server came off as pretentious and rude when my girlfriend tried to relate by telling him she was Greek. The food also took forever, and we were one of three tables in the entire restaurant. Not sure if I'll be back. Even though the food was decent.
(3)
Dave H.

Zesty's[1] is bigger than a breadbox. A bar dominates the left dining area, which is surrounded by booths and light tables. On the right dining area (towards the kitchen), there are more tables and booths. The place is well-lit (a plus, for me), and windows provide an expansive view of Main Street Manayunk, perfect for staring out in an angsty manner. Last I was here, I co-hosted a happy hour, and didn't run into any issues. Bartender Sophia served our crew with a smile, getting us appetizers (try the mussels), shots (Jameson, of course), and drinks (heard their vodka and Red Bull was potent). Runners moved food from the kitchen to customers with nary a delay. Thanks to owner Tom for his hospitality! [1] Supposedly Munk & Nunn now - half the place is church-themed in a non-kitschy way - but Zesty's web site still exists, as does their signage from the street. SO VERY CONFUSING
(3)
Denise H.

I gave 2 stars because I thought the service and the atmosphere were good. It's a cute little place. I did not enjoy the food. I got the Greek sampler but ended up picking at it because I simply didn't like it. If you enjoy Greek food, this could be your place. Hey, maybe it is the best food in the area for Mediterranean dishes but I just don't think it's my thing.
(2)
Vaughn B.

I love that Zesty's menu has a "traditional greek" section. Usually I have to ask the waiter to point out their most popular traditional foods. The food and service was great
(4)
Marissa D.

This was my second time there and I will never go back. They are very disorganized. Our waitress was nice but very slow and could not multitask well, which is important as a server. They were out of several bottles of wine we were interested in and didn't actually get drinks until being there for 45 minutes!! Then the food took forever even though the place was empty. When we did get our food it was only mediocre and I love Greek so it was really disappointing. We spent a frustrating 2 hours there so if you plan to eat there make sure you clear your schedule!
(1)
Randall B.

The Gnocci with the Gorgonzola Cream Sauce was amazing! Almost wanna be vegetarian coming to this Greek Restaurant !
(4)
Lia L.

We eat out very frequently and this was by far one of the worst experiences We have EVER had. I ordered a special grilled shrimp salad and when it came out it was completely rancid. Nice, serve a pregnant girl bad shrimp. When the waitress sent it back to the kitchen, she said the kitchen agreed it was bad and that it was "the dressing". Since when do you use dressing that smells like bad shrimp? So I ordered an appetizer instead. It took 45 minutes for my appetizer to come out. Obviously everybody was long done with their meal. The worst part was when we got the bill, they overcharged us for the app! We asked to speak to the owner who came to the table to introduce himself at the beginning of the meal, but he refused to come out!!! Can you even?!? Also our waitress never refilled our water a single time. Why I don't like to say all bad things, everybody else enjoyed their entree once the smell of bad shrimp dissipated from the table. Also after we complained about the overcharge for the app, the waitress removed the item from our bill altogether (why was this not done immediately or at least a dessert sent out after the terrible meal/experience??) Overall, weird decor, weird smell, bad service, very very very overpriced too. Not sure how this place survives with all the competition and the way they do business. I would never recommend anybody go here!
(1)
Tabitha S.

The level of service at this restaurant makes it abundantly clear why there were only 3 tables of diners on a Friday night. Actually, using the word "service" for what we experienced is a stretch. This restaurant doesn't have a wine list. They have a clunky plastic clad iPad that you have to pass around. The waitress had zero knowledge of said clunky wine list. When one of my dining companions asked for a dry Greek red, she had to go ask the bartender. When she brought the wine however, she didn't even bother to inform us what wine she brought. In addition, she shattered a wine glass across our table. I had glass on my plate and on my lap. No apology. She even tried to minimize the situation by saying, 'oh well, you only have one piece of glass in your lap'. For future reference - the only acceptable number of glass shards in my lap is ZERO. The entrees came out extremely staggered. Three came out, then about 4 minutes later, three more. Mine came out about 15 minutes later after all of the other people had finished their meals. I would have canceled my entree at that point, if I could have found our waitress. No apologies for the appalling service were made. No manager ever came to our table. Nothing was comped. The decor is hideous. They have massive fish in these tiny little tanks. It is sad. The place looks cheap, but the food is so expensive. The real shame is that the food was actually good. The char grilled octopus was amazing. The hummus was great - smooth, creamy, flavorful. No one at our table had any complaints about the food. But after that horrid service, I will never eat there again. And you shouldn't either.
(1)
Chris M.

This place is OVER-looked. Go in for dinner. The bartender CANNOT be friendlier if he tried.. truly, probably the friendliest bartender we've ever had in Philly. Decor is cool, runway lights on the ceiling.. and a classy bar. You're thinking typical Greek Sandwiches. No, this food is Authentic. I highly recommend sticking to the Greek, and order many plates.. you won't regret. The quality is A+. We ordered the Keftedes, Iman, Patzaria, Aginares a la Polita, Hummus and Greek Pizza, so good. Go for lunch, think dinner menu might be a little higher in $ (my only negative). But the Greek Food Quality cannot be beat.
(4)
Gavin S.

The place was packed on a Saturday night. We had to sit by the door, but even the draft couldn't ruin the fine meal I had here. We began with the hummus, which was as good as others have stated. For the main course I went with the Chicken Lefkadas, which is chicken breast stuffed with fresh spinach & feta cheese, served on top of mashed potatoes and green beans, with mushroom cream sauce. Amazingly tasty. My guest had the Liga Apo Olla, which while filling was a bit less inspiring. For dessert we tried the baklava cheesecake, which was good, but I would have preferred straight baklava, as cheesecake to me is a bit tired. The atmosphere/decor was quite inviting, with inventive use of lighting, including colored lights of the ceiling. Our server Sophie returned often to refill our glasses. I don't understand all the losers here complaining about it being overpriced - one joked about going to Burger King instead - maybe that tells you something. (FYI the nearest Burger King is on Chelten Avenue in Germantown.) Final note - there are two bars here, making it a fine place to imbibe your favorite libation in style. I had not seen it since the renovation but I am sure I will return soon.
(5)
Nadia B.

I went to the restaurant on a Saturday night and now I know why they were only 3 tables in the whole place. The service sucks more than a vacuum!! SLOW. After waiting an hour and asking for the check to pay for the apps and leave, my food finally came out. I told the waiter I could have gotten faster food if I took a flight to Greece and flew back to pa
(1)
Lu M.

Love it here !Always a good meal!Greek salad,mussels and bread can make the meal but everything here is great!Hummus,crab cake and fresh fish all good.Wish the menu was bigger though because I've had everything!Ive been going for years.They remodel and its nice but I like the old decor.Even if you just want to sit at the bar Joe is a pleasure!I actually like eating at the bar because of him!He makes a mad sangria!Its not Greek but who cares!
(4)
Rick M.

You have to order the mussels, I think they might be the best I've ever had. Also, if you get the chance, since I believe it might have been a special, get the asparagus soup with crab meat. It's incredible. The bartenders are awesome, and extremely friendly as well. Definitely worth a try on Main Street.
(5)
Nikki B.

I LOVE ZESTY'S. The food is delicious, always fresh, and the owner is a perfectionist, so you know you are getting a good meal. If for some reason it's not (and that won't happen), he'll make it right! The gorgonzola gnocchi are the best I've ever had, as is the spanakopita. Make sure to get the baklava, especially if it was just baked and can be served hot out of the oven. Tom, the owner, as well as the wait staff, really make you feel appreciated and at home. I don't live in Manayunk, and I rarely come to Manayunk for dinner, but I'll make the trip for Zesty's.
(5)
Rick T.

I love Greek food and just moved to Manayunk, so I was excited this place is so close. On a Monday evening with few patrons, service was extremely slow. Also, I didn't love anything I tried. In particular, the hummus was oddly thick with strange flavorings. Church pew seating is cute, but large fish tanks and smudged plexiglass room divider were off-putting.
(2)
Chris M.

The exceptional experience I had last night at Zesty's actually resulted in a touch of regret, regret for not having tried Zesty's before in the years I've been living in the area and walking by it. Therefore, I would like to express my sincerest apologies to my palate for this unnecessary deprivation of deliciousness. We decided to stop into Zesty's at around 7pm on a Friday night, after visiting a few neighboring establishments for pre-dinner drinks. In fact, the plan was for Zesty's to be but another of our one-drink stops on the way to have dinner someplace else. It was the warm, inviting environment that caused us to stay and finish our night here with dinner. The space is actually pretty beautiful, and boasts a kind of religious theme. There are large posters of interior shots from St. John's (the huge cathedral-esque church in Manayunk), and the booths actually look like real wooden church pews. This accompanied a rustic aesthetic, with hints of modernity, all in a dim lighting. It's really the sort of place where you want to hang out for a long time. The beer selection was pretty good, and most of the beers on tap were decent imports, along with a couple of local crafts brews and the requisite Miller Lite. I had a Franziskaner (properly served in a hefe weizen glass) and a Palm, which I believe is a Belgian ale. My wife had a simple mixed drink, which was made well. The high point of the experience was actually the food. The menu is fairly extensive, with the highlights being Greek specialties and seafood. I made an uncharacteristic decision and went with the seafood special. The special, which was a little pricey at $32 (but was intended for two people, to be fair), was a whole Dorado fish that weighed about 2lbs. It was spectacular. The fish was charcoal grilled, fileted, and had most of the bones removed. It was in a very subtle buttery sauce that just served to accentuate the flavors of the fish. It was finished with capers and a little too much fresh flat-leaf parsley. I generally don't go this crazy with my orders, in fact spending that much on a dish is kind of anathema to me, but I would totally order this again. Finally, I should note that the staff was exceptionally pleasant, and I really liked everyone we encountered there. You should definitely check this place out.
(5)
Bruce C.

The food was great, the mussels are truly a must order. The calamari is great also. If you are in Philadelphia try this place.
(4)
Liza K.

We ended up coming to Zesty's when a lot of other Main Street restaurants had a long wait on a busy weekend night. There was a reason it was pretty empty. Zesty's menu was very overpriced and a bit confused. For a Greek place, they had a lot of Italian American food like pasta and pizza. They would have done better to focus on perfecting their Greek appetizers and entrees, and having more combinations or sampler. Instead, their food was pretty mediocre, and even on a night when they had almost no customers, they rushed us at every step of the way. All we wanted was a sampler of different Greek appetizers like Spanakopita, Tiramosalata, Moussaka, etc. However, each of those dishes was pretty expensive individually and we were not looking to pay $16 for each one. We settled on a couple of dishes, but felt that we overpaid for such Greek staples. The portions were pretty small and the quality mediocre. The tiramosalata was very good - but they made us pay for extra pita when we ran out. It was also very dark - so we could barely see our food, and there was some sort of karaoke event setting up in the back. Overall, nothing too exciting and it was overpriced compared to the portions and quality.
(2)
La C.

Our first week in the area, and we decided to give this one a try. Most of what we ordered was good, but way overpriced. We are from the West coast so we're used to paying for a good meal, but I expected greatness when I ordered the 3 jumbo shrimp with rice pilaf for $24. The seasonings were bland and it was a poor presentation...just a giant portion of rather pain pilaf and shrimp that didn't blow my hair back. My husband ordered a greek salad (started) that was great, and pizza (good) and we ordered the trio of dips and pita, also good. We brought along our little girl, and ordered pizza for her (which didn't come out w/the changes we requested: which was just no basil). *if you have kids, there isn't much on this menu, not because you can't make do...just the prices are ridiculous for tiny bellies. The service was only mediocre...we dined outside and we were surprised to have our server lean over the railing to hand us food and drinks rather than place them on the table. She also left after taking our order and delivering our drinks, had the bartender bring out our food, bring us additional things we needed, and then only when she presented the check did she return. Never checked on us to see how the meal was, etc... With so many restaurants to explore in this area and surrounding, this is one we won't be back to. We were actually kicking ourselves for not trying the Thai across the street instead.
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Meghan J.

Mediterranean food is one of my favorites so I wanted to like this place. I really did. Therefore, after my first experience was so-so I decided to give it another try. The second experience did not wow me either. The food is just very average to be honest. Nothing is bad, but nothing is particularly great either. My first trip I had a salad off of the lunch menu. Like I said, it wasn't bad but the quality of the vegetables was like something I would get off of a salad bar at a chain restaurant somewhere. My second trip I had the tzatziki appetizer and an entree. Once again, neither option was bad, but the flavors just seemed a bit off to me. I think my biggest problem withe Zesty's is that the prices are far higher than the quality of the food. And also, what was up with the weird name change where it became Munk and Nunn for about 9 months before converting back to Zesty's?
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Filomena I.

While visiting Manayunk this week, my friend and I saw Zesty's as we searched for a place to have dinner. I didn't care for the restaurant name but the restaurant wasn't crowded and the menu sounded appetizing so we decided to give it a try. We started with an appetizer - Hummus. It was perfect! Probably, the best hummus I've ever had. The texture and seasoning were just right and it was served with warm pita bread. I wasn't very hungry and most of the entrees listed seemed to be on the heavy side so I decided to order the mussels. The mussels were served in a white wine and mustard sauce. I never would have thought of combining white wine with mustard but it was great! Even though the dish was on the lighter side, it was just enough to satisfy. Our waiter was friendly, the food was excellent and the service was prompt. I plan to return and look forward to trying another dish.
(5)
James J.

very overpriced and not very special greek food
(2)
Teresa S.

Loved the atmosphere. The server was nice and kept apologizing for the food taking so long. The kitchen was short staffed. The hummus appetizer was great and so was the jazz band so we didn't mind our lunch taking a while. That being said, when the entrees finally arrived my order was wrong and the meat was over cooked. We had waited so long we didn't want to send it back. Might give them another chance the next time we're in the area.
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Jennifer R.

This is more like a 3.5 because we had some truly delicious plates here but some pretty weird aspects to being here. We came at 6 on a friday night for dinner and to get a few happy hour snags. We were the only people in the restaurant for a while. The happy hour specials were not hard to remember (half off apps, and two drink specials) but our server had to yell to the bartender across the room twice to figure out what they were. There were quite a few people on staff who were just standing around and kept looking at us since we were the only people there. it was pretty uncomfortable. As a designer I had a bone to pick with the menu and logo too. The menu was very hard to read, on very poor quality paper and organized pretty oddly. Also an insane amount of spelling mistakes (that may have been the spelling the owner grew up with), but being on a poor quality menu it just added to the thrown together feel. It just seems like one of those single-owned places that have been doing the same thing for 50 years (odd new renovations aside). The food did happen to be pretty good. I got the moussaka that was a big win in the authentic flavorful greek entree department and my boyfriend's chicken with feta/spinach was done very well. Our apps weren't as fresh with the tomatoes in the bruschetta tasting over-ripe and the hummus through the pastry bag thing with random large garlic cloves in there didn't make for the freshest taste. It was still good but did not win us over. The entrees seemed premade as well (of course for the moussaka being that lasagna style) but luckily the flavors made up for it. If I'm in the mood for greek, this is the only game in town around manayunk, so I would be back to try a few other greek classics knowing the flavors would be there, but overall just an odd experience.
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Justine J.

I have become quite fond of this place. The staff has always been super nice, especially the man at the bar. I always go for their avgolemeno soup for carry-out. It is a must-try. It's loaded with rice and chicken and has a nice lemony kick to it. It is absolutely delicious to me. One time I ordered three of these things and they gave me an entire load of bread to take home as well - which was awesome for soup dipping by the way. While I'm waiting for any carry-outs, they always offer me a glass of water (which a lot of places don't think to do) with a slice of lemon - fancy! I talked to one of the regulars at the bar and apparently they have this beet small eats that's not on the menu, but if you ask for it, they can make it for you. And it's supposed to be amazing. So if you like beets, apparently this is a good starter for you!
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Meegan H.

The food has always been great, but since they've re-opened, the menu has changed slightly, which is disappointing. I am allergic to gluten, and they used to have rice with my favorite dish, the lamb arni souvlaki. Now it is orzo. They also use iPads to place orders, which appears cumbersome for the waitstaff to use, at least each time I've been in. Also, and this is nitpicking, but the new menu had embarrassing spelling mistakes. How hard is it to spell-check before you create your menu for the public?
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Brian F.

Completely unexpected five-star experience. As we walked by the restaurant, I just thought it would be average Greek food. But there was a lot more in store inside... Every single dish we ordered was outstanding. The hummus was seasoned perfectly and served with piping hot, fresh pita. Grilled calamari in balsamic reduction and grilled octopus with lemon and olive oil also got high praise! But best of all was my salmon entrÃ©e. The salmon was cooked perfectly... juicy and able to cut it with a fork only. Even the rice pilaf served with it was perfect. How many times do you hear people rave about the rice pilaf?! But even better was the outstanding service! If you go there, please make sure that you sit in Italian grandmother Carlin's section! She cracked really funny jokes with excellent delivery, made sure our glasses were always full, and even gave us free second helping of hummus.
(5)
Sarah P.

disappointing service, food was really not that great.
(2)
Katie P.

Great Greek food! Highly recommend anything with spinach or eggplant. Got the fish once and it was a whole fobs which I want prepared for. But it was very delicious. Overall another good manayunk option
(4)
Kaitlin R.

The atmosphere is cool. They did a nice job decorating. We sat at the bar and had drinks and wood fire pizza. Bartender, Joe, was nice and friendly. Pizza wasn't very good and they forgot one of my toppings! Had a lot of fresh fish on the menu- seemed pricey for what you get.
(2)
Moira H.

I am obsessed with their balsamic vinaigrette that they use on their Greek salads. Besides the Greek salad that I always get, the rest of the menu is great. A few good vegetarian options and a ton of fish. The decor is horrible. It's like they can't decide what they want to be. My one complaint is that last time there wasn't a bartender who knew how to make drinks. At times they have a cocktail list and others not. They should ALWAYS have a list.
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Laurel M.

I've eaten at Zesty's on many occasions and have always found my meals to be delicious. They have a huge menu that includes Mediterranean pastas, fish & meat, as well as a daily selection of fresh fish. I've tried quite a variety of dishes and have had no complaints, but I must say their seafood is absolutely excellent. I especially like their loup de mer, a very nice, light, white fish. Their fresh fish dishes are served with the head on, so just be prepared for that. Their Greek salad is also a favorite of mine to order - in fact its my favorite place in town to order a Greek salad. Very tasty! I have always found the service to be very nice and the restaurant in general is a fantastic place to eat. Definitely request an outdoor table if the weather is nice!
(5)
Brianna D.

My fiancÃ© and I enjoyed this place. We were hesitant to step inside based in the outside: it's a bright blue building, and looks like a low-class diner. The "Zesty's" sign looks like branding for a pizzeria- very confusing. But, take a step inside and that all changes. It's very lovely. The food was great. I ordered the lamb and my fiancÃ© the salmon. Both were perfectly cooked to order. Prices are a bit on the expensive side, but I think it was worth the quality. We'll be back.
(4)
Moira H.

I am obsessed with their balsamic vinaigrette that they use on their Greek salads. Besides the Greek salad that I always get, the rest of the menu is great. A few good vegetarian options and a ton of fish. The decor is horrible. It's like they can't decide what they want to be. My one complaint is that last time there wasn't a bartender who knew how to make drinks. At times they have a cocktail list and others not. They should ALWAYS have a list.
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Monique B.

I've lived in Manayunk for over two years now and can honestly say that I've become OBSESSED with Zesty's since I first entered their doors 2+ years ago. I like to consider myself a "foodie" and really enjoy cooking and eating homemade, fresh food. And even though I do cook routinely, I can't help but go to Zesty's at least once a month. This place is so good that I even planned my husband's surprise birthday party there. The owner, Tom, was so helpful in planning my event that he even customized our menu with all our favorite foods: hummus, spanakopita, ghnocci al gorgonzola, and arni kapama, among other dishes! My party of over 40 guests raved about their food and have since returned on their own - now sharing in my obsession. In addition, the service is fantastic. Tom will greet all of his guests when he takes a break from cooking in the kitchen and answers any and all questions about his menu. It's really great to know that customer service still exists. If you are looking for authentic Greek food - you MUST go to Zesty's.
(5)
Aam G.

I went with my wife and son around 630 on a Saturday night. We were seated immediately. There were 7 out of the maybe 30 tables that had people sitting at them. It took 10 min for us just to get water and the server left without taking our order. Once he came back he was telling us how great the iPad that he was asking our order on was, it sends the tickets faster and to the right places. It took 15 min for a $10 plate of hummus to come out. Then a half hour for a over priced small piece of salmon and a Greek salad. This place might be great for others but I had a horrible experience. If you going to charge me $50 for hummus a salad and a salmon I expect great service. I will not be back again.
(1)
Meredith H.

I've been a loyal customer of Zesty's for 6 years! The food is amazing, Tom (the owner and chef) makes the most amazing meals - try the mussels, hummus, greek salad.. really anything on the menu, and i'm sure you will be impressed! Lately, there have been amazing nightly specials! I am pretty sure that wednesdays are LADiES NIGHT! lots of fun. its so versatile.. i go there with co workers for a happy hour cocktail, my family and I enjoy dinner there everytime they come to town, and my girlfriends and I go there to dance and party with their amazing DJ's! Always an excellent time :) I suggest you find out for yourself!
(5)
Bert M.

Great place to go for a cold beer & some mussels!! Joe the bar tender is a great!
(3)
Andrew K.

I've been here at least a half-dozen times and I'm giving it 3 stars mostly out of respect for where they used to be. If I had rated them a week ago, they'd have gotten 4 or maybe 5 stars. Every other time I've been there, the food was great and the service impeccable. They've always been a little pricy, but worth it. This last time I was there, everything was off. The service was amazingly slow. My food was good, but my dining partners weren't happy with theirs. The server explained that they had 3 new chefs in the kitchen. My advice is that those chefs get up to speed fast or they will lose their hard-earned reputation for quality. I am not going back soon, but I will probably give them another chance in the future. I think I'll wait until the reviews start improving...
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Mare M.

Always enjoyed myself here. They re-opened last Sept. & reinvented themselves as of late- to be more of a 'bar' for the Manayunk young crowd. They should have tried to update the menu during that time. Though,we miss the fresh fish display- and the variety of choices. Old faves such as the hummus, calamari, saganaki and gnocci are still great.
(3)
Tough C.

Had great hopes for this Greek place, but someone needs to introduce the chef to his/her spice rack! We had moussaka and spanokopita, both of which were BLAND. BLAND!!!
(2)
KC M.

If I could give this place more then 5 stars I would. I went here last night for dinner because I had bought a living social deal awhile ago and figured we'd give it a try. We went at 9:30pm on a saturday night and there was only one other couple eating. The waiter was super helpful when we asked questions about the menu and even gave suggestions. The bread they give it a good size loaf and the oil infused with garlic is delightful. We shared the hummus appetizer and it was delicious...warm pita and creamy yummy hummus. I got the ricotta gnocchi (I was slightly hesitant bc i'm not a big fan of gorgonzola) and it was superb. The sauce was super tasty and not too overpowers and the gnocchi was amazing....melts in your mouth. You can tell it was fresh and they made it fresh and not store packaged and just boiled. My BF got the chicken lefkadas and loved it as well. Good portions, not bad prices...would totally recommend. Definitely coming back here!!!
(5)
J B.

I used to love Zezty's! The moussaka and hummus were my favorite! I must admit, however, that I haven't been there since they changed it. I had walked by at one point and saw a menu posted, which didn't feature the moussaka, so I never went back. Seeing this place on Yelp made me check out the menu online and it says they have it! So...I'll have to give it another whirl. I used to love the open atmosphere and the fact that I never needed a reservation. The hummus was always delicious and served with warm pita! The grilled octopus was also quite good. I am eager to go back now and check out their updated look and menu. I hope it's just as good as it used to be. I'll be sure to do an updated review!
(4)
Jaime V.

Food was good, but not compared to Estia in Center City. Anyway, we had the pushiest waiter ever. All he kept saying was "get the octupus" over and over, so we were basically pushed into it. However it was good. haha
(3)
V T.

live music on weeknights. converted most of the restaurant -- great bar.
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Anne L.

I love it here. It is authentically Greek. When you pick a fish.......you get the fish, literally. So if you can't handle eyes and bones maybe stay away. The pita is homemade and always warm and fresh. The Greek salad (which I am all too picky about and can never find one just right) is PERFECT. Dip your warm pita bread in the leftover dressing. Hummus, baba, octopus and spanakopita are all good as well. I get the feeling that a lot of the wait staff is family and the men there have the cutest accents and genuinely want you to enjoy the food.
(4)
Kevin W.

this place surprised me because I wasnt expecting it to be good and I had the hummus and pita and it was delicious!!! but I thought the prices were high which I think is why Ive never seen it crowded
(4)
Adam F.

Came here for happy hour (M-F 5-7pm). They have discounts on house wine and draft beer. I believe the hummus, pizza, and mussels were half off. The hummus was orgasmic, definitely a must. The inside had a surprisingly great vibe that was unexpected.
(4)
Ali M.

I am really shocked at the relatively high marks that this place has received. This was one of the worst dining experiences we have had in recent memory. We came here for a late lunch. My main issue was with the quality of the food. If this qualifies as Greek food, it is an EXTREMELY Americanized version of Greek food. We ordered the avgolemono soup, a large Greek salad with grilled chicken, and the octopus appetizer. The avgolemono was edible, but it tasted somewhat artificial and had an excessively heavy consistency, like someone had added too much artificial thickener. The "Greek" salad was generous in size, but the lettuce was droopy and the dressing was excessively vinegary. They were very skimpy with the feta, which was the crumbled variety and tasted very industrial, with little character. The chicken was partially burned, totally dry, and barely edible. But the biggest disappointment was the octopus. It was tough as a tire and drowning in vinegar. We didn't finish it. This mediocre food, along with two beers and a juice, was $60. It was, to say the least, not worth the money. The other major issue was the service. We arrived around 2.30pm and asked for a booth. We were told they were no longer seating in the booth area, but could put us in the back. Fine. But when we sat down, it became apparent that the reason we were being seated in the back is that they were preparing for a private party. From that point on, we sat through tables sailing past one inch from our faces, chairs being dragged across the floor with ear piercing screeches, and the party organizer fighting with the waiters and manager just to the side of our table. If this wasn't unpleasant enough, our waitress was doing double time serving our table and doing party prep. She didn't write down our order, and clearly forgot about the octopus. Rather than admitting the mistake when she brought the other food, she put in a late order and we had to wait another 15-20 minutes for that dish. My overall impression is that this place has its eye more attuned to profit making than quality food and service. One or two other servers (though not our own) apologized for the clearly unpleasant experience we were having. Note to manager: close your restaurant when you have a private party, or at least warn guests about what is going on. If you are clearly providing a subpar experience, have the decency to comp your guest a drink or appetizer, just as a gesture of good will. Needless to say, we won't be coming back here.
(1)
Lydia H.

Zesty's has undoubtedly the best Greek food in the area, bar none. We have been there on numerous occasions and I am never disappointed. Even the hummus, such a basic appetizer, is SO good. It's also a great place to sit outside in the summer time to people-watch, and they have good cocktails as well. It's a little pricey but pretty comparable to anything else that you would find on Main Street in Manayunk. You definitely will not be disappointed here.
(4)
Kev G.

went in at 9 on a Monday. Not one person was there. Stayed for a while and drank and they ended kicking us out because it was 1030 and they wanted to go home!
(2)
Felicia K.

I'm Greek, so I know my food when it comes to Greek dining. And i know the business since i grew up in one. If this review was based on food, i wouldve given maybe 4 stars, but the other factors involved make it a generous two. Not having a wine list and Only serving Greek wine is nuts, since we are not know for wine. The shrimp appetizer had flecks of feta and only four shrimp and not that large. Not impressed. The main meals were ok, My lamb kabob was good and I enjoyed the rice as well. But I didn't enjoy the $24 for it. My boyfriend got the Chilean sea bass which was nice. After dinner we skipped the dessert, left but returned for an end of night drink not even an hour later. In order to get back in, we were asked to pay a cover! And rudely told by the door guy he didnt care that we were just there, it's a "night club" now so either pay or leave. So we left, and am now writing a two star review...
(2)
Barb E.

Best lunch of the year! My friend and I were reviewing our year last night and were in agreement that our lunch six months ago at Zesty's was the best lunch of the year (maybe ever). We split an entire fish between us---- it was so good I wanted to cry. Our waiter was adorable and the owner himself came out to make sure we were happy. The only thing I am unhappy about now is that it took me so long to write this review and give them the praise they deserve!
(5)
Mallory S.

I've never been a huge fan of Greek food but thought I would give Zesty's a try after reading a few pretty good reviews on Yelp. Since it was such a nice night my friend and I decided to sit outside although the interior of the restaurant looked really nice, too. After glancing over the menue we decided to get a bunch of dishes and share them since so much of it sounded yummy. We started with the mussels and they were awesome! I haven't had mussels in awhile and boy did these hit the spot. It was a huge portion and the white wine broth that they were soaking in was delicious! Next we got the Greek spreads and the greek salad. I've finally made it official that I'm not a huge fan of hummus but absolutely loved the tzatziki. The pita was also very fresh and lightly grilled. The greek salad was awesome. It was huge and fresh and the vinaigrette was perfect! We finished off with the gyro platter which was also really good. The lamb and beef was accompanied by rice pilaf that I could have eaten all night long!!! Yum, yum, yum!! It was so good that I've thought about it multiple times today... Service was great, prices were even better. Would definitely recommend Zesty's to anyone who likes Greek food or would want to try something new!
(4)
Katie S.

The waiter was attentive but not pushy and was very generous with our wine glasses. We started with the Tzatziki (cucumber yogurt) with warm pita - delicious! We also tried the calamari and Greek Salad, both were great! Not badly priced either. I can't wait to go back for more Tzatziki! I'm hooked!
(4)
Anne L.

I love it here. It is authentically Greek. When you pick a fish.......you get the fish, literally. So if you can't handle eyes and bones maybe stay away. The pita is homemade and always warm and fresh. The Greek salad (which I am all too picky about and can never find one just right) is PERFECT. Dip your warm pita bread in the leftover dressing. Hummus, baba, octopus and spanakopita are all good as well. I get the feeling that a lot of the wait staff is family and the men there have the cutest accents and genuinely want you to enjoy the food.
(4)
Natasha C.

Very disappointed with this restaurant. We have been coming here for years, but since moving out if the city it has been awhile. I should have known when we walked in to an empty restaurant that this was not the Zestys I remembered. The hostess was rude. The waitress complained that she had to come to work at the last minute. After waiting for our sodas for 15 minutes I looked out the window and saw our waitress hanging out in Main Street. My fish was overcooked. To top it all off the food is way overpriced. The high prices must be the only reason why they are still alive. I will never ever visit Zestys again.
(1)
V T.

live music on weeknights. converted most of the restaurant -- great bar.
(3)
Susie R.

Terrible service, so-so food, and horrible experience--and that was with only 4 tables being served at the time! So many things went wrong, but mostly with the service: Only four tables being served at the time, each with parties of 4 or less, like our 4=person party, and service was VERY slow. That was forgivable, but so many things, in light of the slow night and slow service, were not. We had two teenage girls with us who ordered cokes, while fiancee ordered an alcoholic beverage; fiancee never got his drink until he asked for it twice, while the girls each got RUM and cokes. We sat there for so long, we were about to go ask about our food, when one dish came out.... then we waited for the others as they came out in awkwardly staggered times. When "all" the dishes were out, it turns out the waitress never even put in one of our orders, so my fiancee did not get his food either. They offered to put it in, but by that time so much time had passed we just decided to forget about it. When we went to pay, the waitress brought out an iPad and rattled on about how she was the only person there, and she had a long day, etc. Furthermore, when she brought the bill, she swiped my card with an iPad app at the table, which she subsequently stood and held for me as she waited for me to sign and tip her while she watched me. The options for the tip were "10%, 15% or Other." I waited for her to leave, and I ultimately had to awkwardly tell her we'd just do it in cash so that she wouldn't WATCH ME TIP HER WHILE SHE COMPLAINED. The food was just okay, but I honestly couldn't remember it in light of the experience. We sorely overpaid for sure. Just a terrible experience.
(1)
Kathy H.

I love this place! It's one of my go-to spots when we want a tasty meal and friendly service. We usually sit at the bar as the full menu is available and bartenders are friendly and always willing to tell you what they love to eat on the menu. The hummus is fantastic and a must-have in my book. I love the Greek flatbread, spanikopita and the slouvaki. The baklava cheesecake is a must order and addictive! They have valet parking which is key in a weekend in Manayunk.
(4)
Kate V.

Wasn't too sure what to expect from Zesty's, but was pleasantly surprised. Had a good sized menu with many options, but the ostrich caught my eye. If you have never had ostrich before I suggest you try it! Amaazzzing! Similar to beef but more lean. So delish. Service was okay, a little slow, but the food was great.
(4)
Kevin W.

this place surprised me because I wasnt expecting it to be good and I had the hummus and pita and it was delicious!!! but I thought the prices were high which I think is why Ive never seen it crowded
(4)
Adam F.

Came here for happy hour (M-F 5-7pm). They have discounts on house wine and draft beer. I believe the hummus, pizza, and mussels were half off. The hummus was orgasmic, definitely a must. The inside had a surprisingly great vibe that was unexpected.
(4)
La C.

Our first week in the area, and we decided to give this one a try. Most of what we ordered was good, but way overpriced. We are from the West coast so we're used to paying for a good meal, but I expected greatness when I ordered the 3 jumbo shrimp with rice pilaf for $24. The seasonings were bland and it was a poor presentation...just a giant portion of rather pain pilaf and shrimp that didn't blow my hair back. My husband ordered a greek salad (started) that was great, and pizza (good) and we ordered the trio of dips and pita, also good. We brought along our little girl, and ordered pizza for her (which didn't come out w/the changes we requested: which was just no basil). *if you have kids, there isn't much on this menu, not because you can't make do...just the prices are ridiculous for tiny bellies. The service was only mediocre...we dined outside and we were surprised to have our server lean over the railing to hand us food and drinks rather than place them on the table. She also left after taking our order and delivering our drinks, had the bartender bring out our food, bring us additional things we needed, and then only when she presented the check did she return. Never checked on us to see how the meal was, etc... With so many restaurants to explore in this area and surrounding, this is one we won't be back to. We were actually kicking ourselves for not trying the Thai across the street instead.
(2)
Meghan J.

Mediterranean food is one of my favorites so I wanted to like this place. I really did. Therefore, after my first experience was so-so I decided to give it another try. The second experience did not wow me either. The food is just very average to be honest. Nothing is bad, but nothing is particularly great either. My first trip I had a salad off of the lunch menu. Like I said, it wasn't bad but the quality of the vegetables was like something I would get off of a salad bar at a chain restaurant somewhere. My second trip I had the tzatziki appetizer and an entree. Once again, neither option was bad, but the flavors just seemed a bit off to me. I think my biggest problem withe Zesty's is that the prices are far higher than the quality of the food. And also, what was up with the weird name change where it became Munk and Nunn for about 9 months before converting back to Zesty's?
(2)
James J.

very overpriced and not very special greek food
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Jane M.

it was really yummy. That's really all I can say about this place. We went as a party of 4 and there wasn't a person on the table that didn't like their food. The only con was - we had a wait a really long time for our food.. That is completely excused though because I had ordered a stew that took a long time to prep.
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Jill T.

A few years ago they had a big remodel which is what drew my attention to this place. My now husband and I went there one night about a year and a half ago, and our dinner was really good. The halloumi was delicious- it came out sizzling in lemon an oil, it was awesome. I'd def. go back and try a few different menu items next time. Unfortunately we're not in the area very frequently anymore.
(4)
Chris H.

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Chris M.

The exceptional experience I had last night at Zesty's actually resulted in a touch of regret, regret for not having tried Zesty's before in the years I've been living in the area and walking by it. Therefore, I would like to express my sincerest apologies to my palate for this unnecessary deprivation of deliciousness. We decided to stop into Zesty's at around 7pm on a Friday night, after visiting a few neighboring establishments for pre-dinner drinks. In fact, the plan was for Zesty's to be but another of our one-drink stops on the way to have dinner someplace else. It was the warm, inviting environment that caused us to stay and finish our night here with dinner. The space is actually pretty beautiful, and boasts a kind of religious theme. There are large posters of interior shots from St. John's (the huge cathedral-esque church in Manayunk), and the booths actually look like real wooden church pews. This accompanied a rustic aesthetic, with hints of modernity, all in a dim lighting. It's really the sort of place where you want to hang out for a long time. The beer selection was pretty good, and most of the beers on tap were decent imports, along with a couple of local crafts brews and the requisite Miller Lite. I had a Franziskaner (properly served in a hefe weizen glass) and a Palm, which I believe is a Belgian ale. My wife had a simple mixed drink, which was made well. The high point of the experience was actually the food. The menu is fairly extensive, with the highlights being Greek specialties and seafood. I made an uncharacteristic decision and went with the seafood special. The special, which was a little pricey at $32 (but was intended for two people, to be fair), was a whole Dorado fish that weighed about 2lbs. It was spectacular. The fish was charcoal grilled, fileted, and had most of the bones removed. It was in a very subtle buttery sauce that just served to accentuate the flavors of the fish. It was finished with capers and a little too much fresh flat-leaf parsley. I generally don't go this crazy with my orders, in fact spending that much on a dish is kind of anathema to me, but I would totally order this again. Finally, I should note that the staff was exceptionally pleasant, and I really liked everyone we encountered there. You should definitely check this place out.
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Bruce C.

The food was great, the mussels are truly a must order. The calamari is great also. If you are in Philadelphia try this place.
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Liza K.

We ended up coming to Zesty's when a lot of other Main Street restaurants had a long wait on a busy weekend night. There was a reason it was pretty empty. Zesty's menu was very overpriced and a bit confused. For a Greek place, they had a lot of Italian American food like pasta and pizza. They would have done better to focus on perfecting their Greek appetizers and entrees, and having more combinations or sampler. Instead, their food was pretty mediocre, and even on a night when they had almost no customers, they rushed us at every step of the way. All we wanted was a sampler of different Greek appetizers like Spanakopita, Tiramosalata, Moussaka, etc. However, each of those dishes was pretty expensive individually and we were not looking to pay $16 for each one. We settled on a couple of dishes, but felt that we overpaid for such Greek staples. The portions were pretty small and the quality mediocre. The tiramosalata was very good - but they made us pay for extra pita when we ran out. It was also very dark - so we could barely see our food, and there was some sort of karaoke event setting up in the back. Overall, nothing too exciting and it was overpriced compared to the portions and quality.
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Natalie B.

So, I'm not sure whether to review this place as Zesty's or Munk and Nunn, because the menus, business cards, and discount cards refer to it as both. The website is Munk and Nunn. The signs outside are Zesty's, which really confused my friend and me when we were trying to find Munk and Nunn. The inside is very pretty. The tables look like they have marble tops and the seats are pews. There are pictures of beautiful churches, and fish tanks divide the first room and second room. There's a big bar in the middle of the first room, and the ceiling is decorated with small Christmas lights. The bathrooms were clean and had cool faucets. Their beer selection isn't great and our soco and lime shots tasted pretty watered down, but the bartender was really friendly. My friend and I shared some delicious grilled calamari covered in balsamic vinegar. I had an overall good experience and will definitely come back again, but I can't give it four stars. I only tried one thing, and it bothers me that they won't decide on a name. It's unprofessional and confusing to be both. We spoke briefly with the owner, and he said that he won't change the signs outside because "people want Zesty's"? I vote for Munk and Nunn.
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Kristin W.

Came by on a Saturday night and squeezed into one of the pew-benches that only gets harder to get out of the more you eat and drink. We started with the Tzatziki and my dinner partners who had recently been to Greece pronounced it authentic and the best they'd found stateside. Soft pita wedges and flavorful dip - wonderful! My entree was the Arni Kapama - the lamb meat fell off the bone and had a good flavor. I would definitely advise against the baby lamb chops dish which had a strongly bitter and smoky flavor.
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Nicole V.

They have a beautiful dinning room inside so it really sets a nice ambiance for the place. The huge windows allows for entertainment because you get to people watch which is always amusing. The food is pretty expensive. However, it's really high quality. The mussels are cooked perfectly. They were so tender. The sauce they were cooked in was different from the usually tomatoes type broth I am used too. But, it was nice. The greek salad was made with great quality vegetables and a decent sized portion. The hummus plate was also delicious. I do question how one can charge 10 dollars for some hummus and warm pita. The only negative to the meal was the calamari and the bread basket. It's insanely tough. It was pretty disgusting. Most restaurants that give you the olive oil garlic dipping sauce have warm bread. This wasn't warm at all and was extremely tough hard beard. It wasn't appetizing. We finished the meal off with a baklava cheesecake. The cheesecake itself isn't bad. I had high expectations for a nice combination of baklava with the cheesecake. However, I was disappointed. The phyllo dough wasn't even cooked right so it lacked the flaxy texture of a real baklava. Overall, it was a nice meal with enthusiastic waitress who knew the menu fairly well. I also appreciate the fact they market vegetarian dishes on the menu. Thank you for supporting the vegetarians of the world!
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Samuel J.

Had a lot of problems with this restaurant but the one overwhelming issue is that the place is just plain strange. Went for dinner with 4 and the restaurant was basically empty, (surrounding restaurants were jumping) which should have been a dead give away. First thing we noticed walking in was the very out of place decor of the restaurant. Copper walls with a loungy bar, and church pews? Hostess was pleasant and seated us at a table near the back. Seating was completely uncomfortable and difficult to even squeeze in the booth. The table also proved to be an issue for the server to stretch to either end to fill water and take plates. Service was okay tried one of the recommended greek wines which was acceptable followed by a less than mediocre calamari and hummus appetizer. Forty minutes later entrees came out completely staggered (4 minutes between serving 3 people) which in my opinion is completely unacceptable for a "fine dining" restaurant. Desert seemed to be to much of a hassle so we decided to pass on the store bought cake displays. On of the manager or owners seemed to be spending most of his time with a walkin couple at the bar which made me feel good to know that instead of concentrating on better food and service they were schmoozing friends. I can see why the place is empty, better off saving your money and going to long john silver's to avoid.
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Jesse G.

My wife and I loved every aspect of our experience at Zestys! The Greek salad was amazing as was the Greek pizza! Nick our waiter was attentive and friendly. Overall love place!
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Aam G.

I went with my wife and son around 630 on a Saturday night. We were seated immediately. There were 7 out of the maybe 30 tables that had people sitting at them. It took 10 min for us just to get water and the server left without taking our order. Once he came back he was telling us how great the iPad that he was asking our order on was, it sends the tickets faster and to the right places. It took 15 min for a $10 plate of hummus to come out. Then a half hour for a over priced small piece of salmon and a Greek salad. This place might be great for others but I had a horrible experience. If you going to charge me $50 for hummus a salad and a salmon I expect great service. I will not be back again.
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Andrew K.

I've been here at least a half-dozen times and I'm giving it 3 stars mostly out of respect for where they used to be. If I had rated them a week ago, they'd have gotten 4 or maybe 5 stars. Every other time I've been there, the food was great and the service impeccable. They've always been a little pricy, but worth it. This last time I was there, everything was off. The service was amazingly slow. My food was good, but my dining partners weren't happy with theirs. The server explained that they had 3 new chefs in the kitchen. My advice is that those chefs get up to speed fast or they will lose their hard-earned reputation for quality. I am not going back soon, but I will probably give them another chance in the future. I think I'll wait until the reviews start improving...
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Monique B.

I've lived in Manayunk for over two years now and can honestly say that I've become OBSESSED with Zesty's since I first entered their doors 2+ years ago. I like to consider myself a "foodie" and really enjoy cooking and eating homemade, fresh food. And even though I do cook routinely, I can't help but go to Zesty's at least once a month. This place is so good that I even planned my husband's surprise birthday party there. The owner, Tom, was so helpful in planning my event that he even customized our menu with all our favorite foods: hummus, spanakopita, ghnocci al gorgonzola, and arni kapama, among other dishes! My party of over 40 guests raved about their food and have since returned on their own - now sharing in my obsession. In addition, the service is fantastic. Tom will greet all of his guests when he takes a break from cooking in the kitchen and answers any and all questions about his menu. It's really great to know that customer service still exists. If you are looking for authentic Greek food - you MUST go to Zesty's.
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Filomena I.

While visiting Manayunk this week, my friend and I saw Zesty's as we searched for a place to have dinner. I didn't care for the restaurant name but the restaurant wasn't crowded and the menu sounded appetizing so we decided to give it a try. We started with an appetizer - Hummus. It was perfect! Probably, the best hummus I've ever had. The texture and seasoning were just right and it was served with warm pita bread. I wasn't very hungry and most of the entrees listed seemed to be on the heavy side so I decided to order the mussels. The mussels were served in a white wine and mustard sauce. I never would have thought of combining white wine with mustard but it was great! Even though the dish was on the lighter side, it was just enough to satisfy. Our waiter was friendly, the food was excellent and the service was prompt. I plan to return and look forward to trying another dish.
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Meredith H.

I've been a loyal customer of Zesty's for 6 years! The food is amazing, Tom (the owner and chef) makes the most amazing meals - try the mussels, hummus, greek salad.. really anything on the menu, and i'm sure you will be impressed! Lately, there have been amazing nightly specials! I am pretty sure that wednesdays are LADiES NIGHT! lots of fun. its so versatile.. i go there with co workers for a happy hour cocktail, my family and I enjoy dinner there everytime they come to town, and my girlfriends and I go there to dance and party with their amazing DJ's! Always an excellent time :) I suggest you find out for yourself!
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Bert M.

Great place to go for a cold beer & some mussels!! Joe the bar tender is a great!
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Mare M.

Always enjoyed myself here. They re-opened last Sept. & reinvented themselves as of late- to be more of a 'bar' for the Manayunk young crowd. They should have tried to update the menu during that time. Though,we miss the fresh fish display- and the variety of choices. Old faves such as the hummus, calamari, saganaki and gnocci are still great.
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Felicia K.

I'm Greek, so I know my food when it comes to Greek dining. And i know the business since i grew up in one. If this review was based on food, i wouldve given maybe 4 stars, but the other factors involved make it a generous two. Not having a wine list and Only serving Greek wine is nuts, since we are not know for wine. The shrimp appetizer had flecks of feta and only four shrimp and not that large. Not impressed. The main meals were ok, My lamb kabob was good and I enjoyed the rice as well. But I didn't enjoy the $24 for it. My boyfriend got the Chilean sea bass which was nice. After dinner we skipped the dessert, left but returned for an end of night drink not even an hour later. In order to get back in, we were asked to pay a cover! And rudely told by the door guy he didnt care that we were just there, it's a "night club" now so either pay or leave. So we left, and am now writing a two star review...
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Barb E.

Best lunch of the year! My friend and I were reviewing our year last night and were in agreement that our lunch six months ago at Zesty's was the best lunch of the year (maybe ever). We split an entire fish between us---- it was so good I wanted to cry. Our waiter was adorable and the owner himself came out to make sure we were happy. The only thing I am unhappy about now is that it took me so long to write this review and give them the praise they deserve!
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Mallory S.

I've never been a huge fan of Greek food but thought I would give Zesty's a try after reading a few pretty good reviews on Yelp. Since it was such a nice night my friend and I decided to sit outside although the interior of the restaurant looked really nice, too. After glancing over the menue we decided to get a bunch of dishes and share them since so much of it sounded yummy. We started with the mussels and they were awesome! I haven't had mussels in awhile and boy did these hit the spot. It was a huge portion and the white wine broth that they were soaking in was delicious! Next we got the Greek spreads and the greek salad. I've finally made it official that I'm not a huge fan of hummus but absolutely loved the tzatziki. The pita was also very fresh and lightly grilled. The greek salad was awesome. It was huge and fresh and the vinaigrette was perfect! We finished off with the gyro platter which was also really good. The lamb and beef was accompanied by rice pilaf that I could have eaten all night long!!! Yum, yum, yum!! It was so good that I've thought about it multiple times today... Service was great, prices were even better. Would definitely recommend Zesty's to anyone who likes Greek food or would want to try something new!
(4)
Tough C.

Had great hopes for this Greek place, but someone needs to introduce the chef to his/her spice rack! We had moussaka and spanokopita, both of which were BLAND. BLAND!!!
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Ali M.

I am really shocked at the relatively high marks that this place has received. This was one of the worst dining experiences we have had in recent memory. We came here for a late lunch. My main issue was with the quality of the food. If this qualifies as Greek food, it is an EXTREMELY Americanized version of Greek food. We ordered the avgolemono soup, a large Greek salad with grilled chicken, and the octopus appetizer. The avgolemono was edible, but it tasted somewhat artificial and had an excessively heavy consistency, like someone had added too much artificial thickener. The "Greek" salad was generous in size, but the lettuce was droopy and the dressing was excessively vinegary. They were very skimpy with the feta, which was the crumbled variety and tasted very industrial, with little character. The chicken was partially burned, totally dry, and barely edible. But the biggest disappointment was the octopus. It was tough as a tire and drowning in vinegar. We didn't finish it. This mediocre food, along with two beers and a juice, was $60. It was, to say the least, not worth the money. The other major issue was the service. We arrived around 2.30pm and asked for a booth. We were told they were no longer seating in the booth area, but could put us in the back. Fine. But when we sat down, it became apparent that the reason we were being seated in the back is that they were preparing for a private party. From that point on, we sat through tables sailing past one inch from our faces, chairs being dragged across the floor with ear piercing screeches, and the party organizer fighting with the waiters and manager just to the side of our table. If this wasn't unpleasant enough, our waitress was doing double time serving our table and doing party prep. She didn't write down our order, and clearly forgot about the octopus. Rather than admitting the mistake when she brought the other food, she put in a late order and we had to wait another 15-20 minutes for that dish. My overall impression is that this place has its eye more attuned to profit making than quality food and service. One or two other servers (though not our own) apologized for the clearly unpleasant experience we were having. Note to manager: close your restaurant when you have a private party, or at least warn guests about what is going on. If you are clearly providing a subpar experience, have the decency to comp your guest a drink or appetizer, just as a gesture of good will. Needless to say, we won't be coming back here.
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Lydia H.

Zesty's has undoubtedly the best Greek food in the area, bar none. We have been there on numerous occasions and I am never disappointed. Even the hummus, such a basic appetizer, is SO good. It's also a great place to sit outside in the summer time to people-watch, and they have good cocktails as well. It's a little pricey but pretty comparable to anything else that you would find on Main Street in Manayunk. You definitely will not be disappointed here.
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Kev G.

went in at 9 on a Monday. Not one person was there. Stayed for a while and drank and they ended kicking us out because it was 1030 and they wanted to go home!
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Address : 4382 Main St
Philadelphia, PA, 19127
Phone (215) 483-6226
Website https://www.zestys.com/
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Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Dinner
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Full Bar
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : Free
Has TV : Yes
Dogs Allowed : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : Yes

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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.

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4382 Main St, Philadelphia, PA, 19127

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