258 Bank St, Ottawa, ON K2P 1X4, Canada
Small cafe specializing in Mediterranean classics such as skewers, pitas & salads with Greek beer.
The plate was filling with a solid quantity of potatoes, salad and rice to compliment the lamb skewers. I also had the cream filled pastry dessert, which was topped with sugar icing and cinnamon — very solid. The place is small, cozy and the staff are super hospitable.
Excellent place for delicious greek food and great friendly service. Have been there many times for both dine-in and takeout, the food and service are consistently good. The souvlaki platters are my favorites and if you still have room for a dessert do not hesitate to try their sweets.
Cozy greek restaurant.The menu offers a wide variety of Greek classics, and each dish we tried was better than the last. The service was fast and friendly, and the ambiance made us feel like we were dining in a cozy Greek house . Will definitely be back!
Good food but very hot interior and should have better pricing system. We went in June and it was extremely hot inside the restaurant with no air conditioning and no open doors or windows. We ordered grilled meat plates which were good and had a nice quantity. However, due to a dietary restriction when we asked for a plate to have salad replaced with cooked vegetables, we were initially charged much more than a standard plate. The restaurant agreed to adjust the price, but I would suggest adjusting the pricing and arrange the menu by protein and format I.e. choice of protein - format (with salad or rice or potatoes or cooked veggies or combination of) and indicate the price. Otherwise we were charged initially for two skewers individually, which is more than two skewers in a combo plate, which doesn’t make sense. However, the food was good and restaurant was willing to accommodate a change to a dish but it was little expensive.
The best Greek food in Ottawa especially for people with allergies like me. They take allergies seriously, very accommodating, and the food is superb! I often order via UberEats because I don’t like going downtown. I highly recommend this place especially to people with allergies. Photo attached of the Gluten-Free Chicken Pita.
The service was warm and welcoming! We asked for recommendations, and the man was perfectly helpful, and we enjoyed our Greek very fresh and tasty dishes! And when we wanted to order more, the man told us it would be too much because the dish we ordered was big and it was so true! In the end, we were very full and satisfied with what we had ordered. They also speak French! Thanks!
Seems like a bit of a hole in the wall. The aesthetic and atmosphere isn't going to impress you, but the food is decent here. One thing that stood out to me was how they provide a big chunk of feta with the Greek salad, which is something they actually do in Greece. The value was decent ($20 for a two skewer signature meal). Nice that they give both rice and potatoes, along with the Greek salad. They have a low carb option which apparently is just a larger salad with the skewers, but didn't order it myself so can't comment on it. Just a suggestion but we did find our food a little over-salted. But would still recommend this place for anyone looking for good Greek food!
Gluten free people run to this place! It's a safe haven and you'll enjoy every bite. We ordered the fried calamari and it was delicious! Perfectly crispy outside and soft inside without that rubber feeling. Melt in your mouth calamari. Then we got the chicken signature plate with two skewers and lamb signature plate with two skewers (medium). Everything was perfectly cooked. Absolutely delicious! The potatoes were to die for, so tasty and flavourful. The service was fast and friendly. The food was perfect. Excellent all around. Cannot recommend this place enough!
ADORE this place. Firstly, the food which is absolutely exquisite and can confirm it is definitely cooked European and Balkan style (of course, the owners are Greek). They cook the fries very differently than most restaurants in North America. The service is so nice, every time I ve come I ve always been greeted and treated very kindly and friendly. And the atmosphere is so enjoyable, the decor and design is overall very representative of Greek culture with some Ancient Greek mini statues and paintings of places like Santorini. They play Greek music and I pretty much Shazamed the whole playlist (I love Greek music). The prices are pretty good, they are literally the same as Jimmy the Greek but here you get actual restaurant service too!
My favourite Greek food in Ottawa. From my perspective, they use extremely good quality ingredients, especially the olive oil.
Incredibly good
Great little Greek spot. Service and food was excellent. Will be back for sure. Good with food allergies.
I love this place for Greek. Great portions, fresh food, friendly service.
Great spot, super friendly, really good Lamb, rice and salad! Will be back
I had half an hour before checking in my B&B, and stopped by for a quick meal without knowing anything about this place. It was a pleasant surprise. The young man who took my order was very friendly, and the chicken in my pita cooked to perfection.
An excellent place for a tasty, filling, and well-priced lunch. We came in as a large group, and their service was still very fast. The rice was delicious and very well cooked.
Amazing Greek food! The food is super flavourful, the portions are enormous and the service is great. Almost everything is gluten free or can be made gluten free and they are good at avoiding cross contact which is great for celiacs like me! Highly recommend for anyone Dietary restrictions: Most of the menu is gluten-free or can be made gluten free
I ordered on Uber and the order was cold and there were fries in my lamb Pita?!. It was frankly terrible.
We had takeaways from the greek souvlaki shack, as we always do! The food never disappoints, and the service is fast and efficient. Would recommend for some well priced and delicious greek food!
Got the gyro and lamb pitas with tzatziki, both delicious and filling. Service was friendly and efficient.
Great place for casual dining. The service is excellent, the food is very good. The restaurant can be busy at times. Dietary restrictions: They have low carb options
Very nice and inviting fun place and authentic great tasting Greek food, everything Mediterranean but the weather
Uncooked rice Mediocre food Bad cookies Meh Food : 1/5 |
Food was good. I didn t get cutlery. I d come back. Food : 5/5
The Souvlaki Shack is a narrow restaurant that seats a surprising amount of people. The service was very friendly and the waiter took the time to explain the different meal combos. After seeing the giant platters at the table next to us, I opted for a single skewer pork wrap with no sides. We had dolmades and tyropita for a starter. My husband had the full size platter with one lamb skewer. He said the lamb was done to perfection! We really enjoyed the atmosphere and awesome hospitality. It was within walking distance of our hotel, but we also noticed its on a bus line too. If were ever back in Ottawa we would definitely visit again.
I was in Ottawa and stumbled across The Greek Souvlaki Shack and was so impressed! The service was lovely and the staff truly went above and beyond to make me feel welcomed. I highly recommend it to any celiacs as there are not only many options, but they are very knowledgeable and showed that they take cross-contamination seriously. Overall a great experience and will return next time Im in town! Dietary restrictions: Very accommodating for those with celiac disease. Many options!
I was craving Greek, order Chicken souvlaki plate, delivered and received food poisoning. Uncooked chicken. Dissatisfied with the very blended taste and soggy potatoes. Had to use the air fryer to crisp the potatoes. Unfortunately I can t say anything good that I have tasted from this plate.
This place knocks it out of the park. Traditional Greek food with the ambiance of a real Greek restaurant.
Very delicious filet souvlaki and friendly staff
Wow
Greek vibes in Centretown Ottawa. Delicious food and friendly service.
Amazing Greek food. Always good every time.
Lots of gluten free options. Including GF Pita. Our second time there. Small casual place. Family run. The rice and potatoes are excellent. We love it. Dietary restrictions: Lots of gluten free options. Tell the server your restrictions. They will take it seriously as their family members also has allergies.
Best Greek food in Ottawa! Family run and Lamb Souvlaki is so tender it melts in your mouth. 5 stars
The staff were super efficient and nice. The food was good but I had better Greek food.
Excellent food and service. We had the pork souvalaki and it was really good. Great prices as well.
Amazing Greek food being served here! Its a family based business which makes it better than any franchise. Its freshly made to order. Reasonable prices and great service. The environment is a little tight in the restaurant. The seating it limited to roughly 20 people. I love the triangle feta cheese its a nice touch to the salad and its appearance. The chicken slides easily off the skewer. The potato is perfectly roasted with the right amount of seasoning. All in all, if youre craving Greek food, this is the place. I look FWD to trying other menu items!
A True Gem! If you re looking for authentic Greek food made with love, Greek Souvlaki Shack is the place to go! From the moment you walk in, you re welcomed by the warm, friendly family that runs the place. Their hospitality makes you feel like you re part of their family, and they go above and beyond to ensure you have a great experience. The food is absolutely incredible the homemade authentic Gyro is perfectly seasoned, tender, and grilled to perfection. Their chocolate chip cookie (half baked) is the best I ve ever had, and you can taste the freshness in every bite. Whether it s the classic gyro, crispy fries, or refreshing salads, everything is made with care and served with a smile. What truly makes Greek Souvlaki Shack stand out is the genuine passion of the family behind it. They re always happy to chat, share stories, and make sure you leave satisfied and happy. You won t just have a meal here; you ll have an experience that keeps you coming back. Hands down the best Gyros in Ottawa Highly recommend!
Dietary restrictions: Lots of gluten free options, even the pitas, and fried calamaris Food
Super delicious food. Very nice.
Been to this Greek restaurant many times. It is my favorite one. The flavors are so rich and tasty. Service is always friendly. Highly recommend!
Best Greek in Ottawa, its not up for discussion.
The Greek Souvlaki Shack does an amazing job of catering to gluten free and dairy free customers. They even offer a gluten free pita. The portions were huge! I shared a meal with my mom, and my daughter shared with her other grandma, and we still had leftovers. Everything was delicious! We have family that lives in the heart of Greek Town in Toronto, and this was like stepping into a restaurant on the Danforth; very authentic. We have eaten a lot of Greek food over the years, but this has to be my favourite, especially since I could eat almost everything on the menu! Dietary restrictions: Gluten free fryer. Gluten free pita bread. Most items can be made dairy free as well.
Local friends brought us here. Said it was extremely good, and our experience did not disappoint. Amazing food, good sized plates, and friendly service
This was a meal worth every dollar. Love the food and the service. The cookies were our favorite.
My all-time favourite Greek restaurant! The food is always perfectly cooked, and the tzatziki is absolutely delicious. The prices are also affordable for the huge portions you get!
Really very good. Generous portion. Very friendly waiter and speaks French if you have difficulty with English. I recommend without hesitation!
Lovely place for a pita for a good price
a nice location in town, with a simple look and feel. it feels more like a takeout place that has tables than a real restaurant, but its not dirty. The food is great, you can get a big meat filled pita for below 10 dollars. no fries included sadly which is a shame. The beverage selection is also limited, would have loved to drink real Greek Mythos beer or Ouzo, but its not available. all in all, 4/5
Wow! The food here is amazing. Fresh, tasty, good portion size and price. Dietary restrictions: Good for coeliac and gluten free people. Food : 5/5 |
Cook had no hair net and a major amout of hair on top of his head. Go take a look for yourself... Its open kitchen. So you can see when you walk in. Not cool of you want hair in your food. Inspectors beware.
The best Greek food you ll ever have in your life. Authentic and family run you can t go wrong here. Beef souvlaki and calamari was amazing
Authentic Greek food! The owners are super personable and food was authentic. We always purchase our olive oil from this place and one can definitely feel the difference in quality of olive oil compared to regular grocery store oil.
This restaurant is excellent - only regret is that I ate the food so fast I didn t take a photo of how amazing the food looked as it tasted! Friendly service too.
Their chicken platter and the Greek salad are fantastic. For dessert, I highly recommend their bougatsa.
Had a greek chicken wrap. The food was amazing. Will definitely be back!
Walked a long way to get to this restaurant only to find it closed until July 2! No mention of this online or on their phone message. Not at all helpful. Very disappointed. Unprofessional not to include this vital information in phone message
Always on top
Excellent food and attentive and fast service. Abundant and tasty dishes. The dishes come accompanied by rice, salad and potatoes, all very tasty and just right. The very reasonable price.
Delicious!
5 stars!the food and evething is very good!!
Great spot for authentic Greek. Safe for gluten free folks. Highly recommend Dietary restrictions: Gluten free Food : 5/5 |
Awesome food, awesome service, awesome cookies
Love the food! But I was walking to go order and watched the two guys lock the door today at 7:32 pm when they close at 8pm 30 mins early is a lot !!
Great greek food at good prices!
Amazing food, big plates service is also amazing.
Very tiny place, go before 1200 and youll have a table. Meanwhile, have time to wait. Worth the wait. Food comes just made at the moment. You can always pick up. Delicious
Excellent service and in French
Overall decent. No one was super wowed by thier food and the calamari was quite chewy. Didnt love the gyro. Will try again though and I really appeciate all the gluten free options!
The food at this place is authentic and high quality. The food portion is huge and keep one full for almost one day. The restaurants is a bit small and in a crowded busy DT area. All in all one of the greatest Greek foods in ottawa I have tried so far. Highly recommended.
Hands down, the best Greek food I ve had in Ontario! We ordered the beef, chicken, and lamb souvlaki plates and enjoyed every bite of it! huge servings, flavor packed and tender meat, tasty rice, potatoes that goes well with their homemade taziki, and wondeful greek salad dressing that completes the meal! The best part, everything in the menu (except for dessert) is Gluteen Free (owner s daughter is Celiac so he made everything GF). 100% recommended and will come back again whenever I visit Ottawa next Dietary restrictions: Gluteen Free Menu
I don t leave a lot of reviews, but loved this place!! Food was excellent! The platters are HuGE! I shared a platter with my husband and we still had some leftover. Excellent friendly service aswell! I will come back next time we are in Ottawa. Oh.. l appreciated the music selection as well ;)
I am a visitor to Ottawa, tired of the traditional hotel and or bar food. So I began walking up Bank St. and when I hit Cooper I noticed this little hole in the wall Greek restaurant. I went in and was very glad I did, the place was quaint, the service was awesome and the food was very reasonably priced and tasted phenomenal. I highly recommend you check it out. Looks like they do more takeout, but there are a few tables. I will be back in Ottawa in September and will be returning for sure.
If I could give more starts I would. Im not much of a fan of Greek food, However this place has changed my Mind. Not only is the food amazing but so is there service. My wife is pregnant and had a craving and they went above and beyond to make sure all of her needs were met and now she is comfortably laying on the couch very full and happy. Highly recommend this place. Thanks guys for coming through. Happy wife happy life.
We had a great time here! Our waiter Miles was super nice and attentive, and the food was some of the best Greek food I ve had outside of Greece! We will definitely be coming back! If you re in Ottawa, absolutely make a stop here!!
The food here was simply amazing. It looked great and it tasted even better! The only thing I regret is not ordering more!!
The service deserves a 6-star rating!
Delicious food! a must try!
The Greek salad, the lamb everything was delicious! The best Greek restaurant. Too bad you dont deliver to Montreal. Well done !!
It was almost like in Greece and that says a lot! You guys have excellent customer service and the food is top notch.
A friend of mine has raved about The Greek Souvlaki Shack for months. Today I tried it for the first time and the food did not disappoint! Very delicious! And the dine in experience was phenomenal with Miles providing amazing service. I will definitely be coming back!!
Great food, great service, great place. I would describe this restaurant as a Greek diner. Dine in or take out. The diner itself is small with 6-8 tables, but clean and welcoming. We were greeted as soon as we walked in. The server was very friendly. I ordered a chicken souvlaki platter with a side of pita bread. Food prep time was moderate. Food presentation was good and the plate was full. The chicken was very flavourful and juicy. The accompanying salad, lemon herb potatoes and rice were also very flavourful. The pita bread was cooked just right and was seasoned with a special herb/spice blend. Food was priced well. Location is in downtown Ottawa near Bank St and was within walking distance of the Soho on Lisgar. Overall great experience. I would recommend trying this diner and I would definitely return to try other dishes. Parking: Street parking if youre lucky as there are many other restaurants and shops in the area.
Yum, good food and speak French
Dietary restrictions: Great gluten free options! Food
You cant guess how amazing it is just passing by but it was a masterpiece ! And people serving are real nice, just cause its perfect Thanks you !
The pork chicken and lamb souvlaki platters were all tasty. Portions are generous. The salad could have used less oil. The lamb meat cut could be improved. Dine in service was good and fast. Overall good value and will return when in Ottawa.
Amazing hole in the wall. Best Greek food Ive ever tasted. Lamb and chicken kabob entree platter. Loved the service too. (Greek sausage is okay, stick with the kabobs.)
Today my friend ordered shrimp on uber eats and both of us got sick with food poisoning.. Nausea and vomiting.. This was the only meal we shared today and both of us got sick. This will be the last time i eat there.
Amazing family run Greek restaurant & the staff are all so beautiful! Vegetarian options: Options for vegetarians and lots of Gluten Free options! Even GF Pita! Food : 5/5 |
Great authentic Greek food and kind staff. Thank you Georgia
Quick and delicious food! Friendly staff who customized my order easily. Cafeteria style tables. Washrooms could use a good clean. Vegetarian options: Hummus and tabouleh were fresh and delicious.
Delicious greek food in Ottawa!
Excellent food, this place is a hidden gem
Amazing food with amazing service.
Good food, good services.
We had a delicious gluten free spread and would recommend to anyone! We cant wait to come back and try more of the menu Had the gluten free veggie pita, Greek fries and Greek salad
Im absolutely hooked on their chicken souvlaki platter.
2024 Update. We returned found the food to be much more expensive, and found the quality and service to have degraded. A $37 meal which is a wrap a salad and a lamb plate with two skewers is now $55. The perfection in the cooking of the lamb and the quality of the cuts were both diminished. The lamb was no longer melt in your mouth, it was immortally chewy like a LQ steak cut. The lamb in the wrap was even worse, there were several cuts that were nothing but fat. The salad was different, could be due to the order mistake, but it was otherwise the same. Rice, potato s, and T. sauce was great. The server was stapling the bags shut, not like this trend was required, but it did take us a moment to detect that a salad was missed as part of the order. They fixed it np, but the stapling of the bag.. was that to deter checking of the order? Perhaps its me, but so far when I have received a stapled bag there s a 100% chance that something is missing. I hope to give this place another chance in the future but its an uphill battle. It ll happen though, this was a great place I hope I had only visited it on a bad day. Memories of many earlier visits when this was a 5 star location are below: We discovered this place during summer 2021. We order this whenever we re in Ottawa. The lamb is the best outside of Las Vegas, it dissolves in your mouth. Staff is friendly, fast service, consistent quality, and the price is just fantastic. This is one of the Jewels of the Ottawa takeout scene. It s a must visit.
Good food but very unprofessional stuff at the counter! I had a pick up order, because that I was early the lady who was at the cash gave me an unpleasant attitude for no reason. Hope they learn how to treat customers first! No more business from me
The meal was delicious and the staff really warm and friendly. I recommend !!
Friendly and courteous staff,great food.this is my go to for Greek food.
Food was perfection. Well priced. Theyve redecorated since I was last there and its now lighter and quite a bland atmosphere now, compared with the moody, cozy dark wood they used to have. Still, dont let that stop you from going. And grab a cookie on the way out.
Friendly folks and delicious food!
Best Greek food in Ottawa, hands down. Staff is warm and welcoming, service is top notch and the food is delicious. Highly recommend!
Very busy so I recommend take out, and call ahead. I am in awe at how they can make so much quality food with so many orders! Especially love the dolmas, salads and cookies. Support this business!
It was truly exceptional, a beautiful plate worthy of the name. Everything was super good. No complaints. The server was very pleasant and spoke to us in French throughout the meal, thank you for the help! We will come back without fail when we make another trip to your superb country. Thank you for everything
GF menu is amazing! They really care about the food they put out. We ordered twice in two weeks for our client trainings and will be coming back everytime.
Nice staff, nice food
Food was nothing short of spectacular! The server was great, and honestly, the salad and chicken was to die for! This is a must stop location if you are in the area. Jt was well.wroth the 110$ parking ticket I received. Lol
Unbelievable service, I haven t even tried the food yet, but the guy was so nice. I had to give five stars.
Best Greek food in the city! I will never get tired of the fresh & delicious food. Say hi to Terry for me when you go - you wont regret it!!
Vegetarian options: I had a Greek salad and the veg pita which were both really good! A fair few of the appetizers seemed vegetarian (based on quick Google searches as the names were in Greek and there were no descriptions). There seemed to be at least one veg option in each section of the menu. Food
The pork souvlaki pita,was delicious service was great. The resteraunt is,Greek owned makes a big difference. This is my new,go to place for Greek food. Food : 4/5
Authentic Greek food. You can taste the olive oil in their dressing. A bit in the pricier side but worth it considering the quality. Not comparable to fast food Greek places. Overall delicious!
I ordered two Platters. Chicken, Lamb. Two sides of Pitas. I have eaten here many times, but last night the chef was on point even more than usual. Lamb is delicious here!
We are delighted to have discovered this hidden gem of a restaurant in Ottawa. The food is absolutely delectable, showcasing the true essence of Greek cuisine with its use of fresh and flavorful ingredients. The prices are reasonable, and the service is absolutely incredible - friendly and welcoming. In the end, we decided to order additional dishes to sample their specials. The meatballs were absolutely incredible. They also offer takeout and are very accommodating for those following keto and gluten-free diets. Dietary restrictions: Keto, low carb, gluten free and heart health friendly. Kid-friendliness: Yes!
Authentic gyro! Tastes like somebody shipped one right from Greece! Ive eaten at the majority of the Greek restaurants here in Ottawa and the Greeks souvlakia shack has THE MOST the most authentic gyro in Ottawa. Everything else Ive had there is also amazing . I would highly recommend!!
Been coming every month or so! Such a great lunch spot
Greek Souvlaki Shack is exceptional! The Authentic Pork Souvlaki will absolutely satisfy those familiar with GOOD greek Gyros. The loukaniko, Tirokafteri, spanakopita, tiropita are awesome as well. As someone who just moved to Ottawa from Montreal, I thank my lucky stars that this place exists.
Great Greek food. Will come again
Food is so fresh, the souvlaki melts in your mouth. Service was great - quick and on point. Highly recommend!
The food is delicious! We have been customers for years and the quality is the same: DELICIOUS! Thank you! Food
Good delicious food, I can taste the olive oil in their dishes...we ordered lamb and beef and I liked the beef more... salad was fresh and tasty as well, will come again and update my review..
Best Greek food in the city...hands down
Awesome, flavourful food. The lamb was cooked perfectly, and the potatoes were unreal. Highly recommend.
I love this place. Food is so good, prices are extremely fair, and the people are all friendly. Highly recommend!
Greek salad barely had any tomatoes and the dressing was not very good. The chicken was also overcooked.
Ive been hitting up this spot for years now and it never misses! The best greek food hands down. Today, I placed an order with Uber and unfortunately 1 of my items wasnt sent along with the driver. However, the staff called me promptly and explained the situation. They were kind enough to drop it off to me personally! Big shout-out to the female employee who dropped it off - she was nothing but nice and courteous! Customer for life!
Haven t had better Greek takeout than this place for sure!!!! Souvlaki is BOMBBBB! Omnomnom! Also don t skip on the cookie it s REALLY GOOD! (I don t even like cookies THAT much) Staff are always so kind too <33
Cute little restaurant. I was informed of this restaurant through a gluten free blog and i was not deceived. They have separate friers and make there own gluten free pitas. I had a chicken pita with a greek salad and it was amazingly delicious. Will definitely be returning!! Dietary restrictions: Celiac friendly Gluten free
Absolutely perfect! Experience was up to the legend! Not only the food is great and fresh, the service is sincerely awesome and friendly. I came a bit early to avoid the lunchtime rush At first I was a little concerned with the quantity of fried squid in my appetizer but the rest of the meal was so perfect that I m backtracking on this point. Staff is attentive and really brings this dining experience to the top level. Tried their Greek sour cherry pop and it was delicious, just as their Greek coffee in the end. The biscotti was made by the server s grandma. I normally never include photos of staff in my reviews but these guys make the difference so I want you to recognize them. Will be back for sure, thanks again for enlightening my day.
Pros: greek food was fine Cons: chicken and veal was overcooked Not bad for a downtown decently priced place. Food : 4/5
Simply the worst Greek food I have ever had
Felt like I was eating in little restaurant on an island in greece. If I wasnt living in Montréal, I was going to eat there at least once a week. Homy delicious food, great service; will definitely go there every time I will be visiting ottawa.
A lovely meal staff were great
Tried there chicken skewers and they were delicious!
This place is authentically nice and awesome! Very cool people providing fantastic food
Authentic Greek and good value for money. Possibility of buying olive oil from Greece cheaper than the grocery store
The ingredients are undoubtedly fresh, and the service is impeccable! However, the taste of Greek food, being both salty and sour, is a bit unfamiliar to my palate. It s worth noting that the flavors are authentically healthy!
Well deserved near 5 star rating.
Very nice and delecious meals
Food always tastes amazing!
Everything great, fantastic food, kind people and fast service. Kids friendly. Lovely and simple environment. Worth it!
Was pretty good.
Great little cozy place with excellent food and enough to have a doggie bag after youre done
Liked the taste and service
Felt like a hidden gem... Our meal was fantastic, and the service was very friendly. A definite must go!
One of my absolute favourite take out places in all of Ottawa! The rice and potatoes are so yummy and the platters are great value for the food you get. The staff is always really lovely and efficient given all the orders they receive. Truly a hidden gem right downtown.
Hands down the best Greek food in Ottawa, and unbeatable prices! Great lunch and dinner place. The new server Miles is also really wonderful and made the experience even better. TIP: try the echolocate chip cookies for a small dessert!
Very polite people. Large portions for a reasonable price. I couldnt eat it all at once, so I took it with me. Well, even the next day it was very tasty! Thank you)
Authentic pork gyro was delicious! Server was great. Thanks!
It was my first day in Ottawa, and decided to try greek food in this historic and multicultural city. My experience in this restaurant was just great: super friendly service, fresh and delicious foods that I d love to try more and more thanks guys (Georgia and Miles)
The Greek Souvlaki Shack promises and delivers a genuine Greek dining experience. As soon as you approach the restaurant, one cant help but appreciate its accessibility, as the entrance sits flush with the sidewalk, a thoughtful design for those with mobility challenges. Stepping inside, youre greeted by a space that is simultaneously cozy and inviting, with ample seating accommodating just over two dozen guests. Although the interior design might hint at a vintage era, it holds a charm. The cleanliness of the establishment is impeccable, assuring patrons of a well-maintained venue. However, its the staff that truly elevates the experience at The Greek Souvlaki Shack. On my visit, a single front-of-house employee managed to seamlessly juggle multiple roles from manning the cash register to taking orders, from serving the mouth-watering dishes to ensuring tables are promptly bussed. Yet, despite these myriad tasks, they checked in on me thrice during my meal, displaying an impressive level of attentiveness. Remarkably, a kitchen staff member also emerged to inquire about the quality of the food and service, a testament to the establishments dedication to customer satisfaction. As for the culinary experience, it was nothing short of exceptional. I indulged in a two pork skewer plate, accompanied by fluffy rice, a refreshing salad, and perfectly roasted potatoes. The dish was not only generously portioned but exuded the aromatic and tantalizing flavors synonymous with traditional Greek cuisine. Every bite was a delightful mix of warmth, freshness, and impeccable seasoning. In sum, my experience at The Greek Souvlaki Shack was faultless. From the unparalleled service to the exquisite taste and unmatched value, it ticked all the boxes. I eagerly await my next visit to Ottawa, if only to relish another meal at this remarkable establishment.
Since having to return to the office Ive had many sad lunches. The food here makes my lunch the highlight of my entire day. Amazing service, especially from Miles, quick meal and great price.
Highly recommend this quaint little restaurant in downtown Ottawa! Authentically prepared Greek cuisine from sausage appetizer to a main course of octopus. Friendly fast service with very reasonable prices for the quality. Go early, seats are limited.
FANTASTIC. The food here is always 10/10. Really delicious, great quality, generous portions, reasonably priced. I order from them frequently (probably more than 100 times) and am never disappointed. The people working here are lovely. In comparison to all the mediocre restaurants in Ottawa, this place is a GEM. Please never change.
Had lunch with my team here and it was amazing. The food was delicious and filling! The plates are huge I love that! I d like more feta cheese though. There s a lot of options like chicken, meats, seafood or vegetarian. On top of that the chicken and lamb are halal! You can get a plate, low carb plate, a sandwich and plenty of appetizers and desserts. There s a jar of cookies next to the cash register that just stares at you and they are delicious! The whole team ordered some when we payed. The service is really good and fast! They kept refilling our water which I really appreciate! We were a big group so we reserved a table just in case because it gets busy quickly. I would definitely recommend and comeback again! Vegetarian options: Vegetarian souvlaki available! Dietary restrictions: Lots of options like low carbs plates or halal.
Very delicious food! Quality, quantity 5 stars
Fantastic get the soulvaki and the cookies. Wonderful. Best soulvaki in Ottawa Food : 5/5
Excellent Greek food and helpful staff. Would happily return!
Super-friendly staff and the lamb meat was both tender and packed with flavor.
My children and myself love this place. Its flavorful, delicious and the portions are a perfect size with reasonable prices! Highly recommend this wonderful place!
The chicken souvlaki dinner is what I had & it was very good, a tasty robust meal. The potatoes salad & rice were lovely the chicken was good but a tiny bit overcooked. Everything was seasoned well, even the rice was full of flavour.
Very good, generous portion and very friendly staff. A visit to repeat for me.
Excellent!
Excellent cuisine!! I adore!
The food here is amazing! Great portions and the cost is very reasonable! The only downside is that it is small so it can be hard to get seating. They are knowledgeable about gluten free! And they have low carb options! Theyre fantastic!
Food 10/10
Miles service was excellent. He can even guess what Im thinking even if I dont ask. The food is fresh and I recommend calamari rings.
The grilled veggie pita is amazing!! Super vegetarian friendly place with superb service. Pro tip: order the honey balls for dessert!They re like timbits but *cough cough* better.
In my opinion, the Green Souvlaki Shack is without a doubt the best Greek restaurant in Ottawa. I crave it every time Im downtown or in Centretown. I highly recommend the souvlaki signature plates, which come with some of the tastiest roasted potatoes you will ever eat. Their homemade chocolate chip cookies are also incredible.
This place really know Gluten Free (The owners daughter has Celiac so most things on the menu are GF and they know all about cross contamination, etc). The service is out of this world, with extremely friendly and knowledgeable staff. I cant recommend this place enough!
One of the best souvlaki platters I ever had!
Wonderful food and even more wonderful staff. Our server Miles went the extra mile to make sure our two families with kids were well served and attended to. He handled each client with warmth and respect. We loved the lamb and the kids ate their veggies!
This is, by far, the best Greek food in the city. Consistently so.
I have been there many times, mostly for take out, however, my visit the other day was different. Got to speak with the main guy behind the counter, who Ive never seen during my previous visits and he was a delight. Provided great service (in the language of your choice) and was in a great mood for it being a busy night. I ordered the lamb souvlaki platter, as per usual and as per usual it was great. I mean who doesnt love lamb? Also, they have these chocolate chips cookies that were really delicious and soft. Still doesnt beat their baklavas, but they were close.
Wonderful Greek spot with the most delicious lemon potatoes and selection of signature dishes! Plus the service is so friendly and accommodating! Highly recommend if you are looking for great dining experience.
The food is fantastic, service is so personal and friendly. Great lunch place
I came especially for the coffee which was really good but a bit too sweet for me. The dolmades were CRAZILY DELICIOUS and the greek salad was nice and fresh. The waiter is so helpful and friendly. Overall very good experience
Awesome lamb pita. I will definitely go back when Im in the area. Food
**UPDATE November 2023. Still super good and OMG,a mountain of food for a really good price ** Extremely delicious dishes, good portions, everything is super tasty and lots of choices. Service is always friendly and smiling. Most of the menu can be made gluten-free, and they are really careful with cross contamination. Ive been there twice, and my coeliac wife never had any reaction. Dietary restrictions: Most choices can be prepared gluten-free Parking: Street parking, so more or less easy to find, depending on day
The Greek Souvlaki Shack offers a delightful dining experience with its family-run charm. The Mediterranean paintings create a great atmosphere, and the consistently clean space is always bustling with satisfied customers. The attentive owner or server enhanced our visit, ensuring a welcoming feel. The generous portions of delicious skewers, accompanied by fresh salad, made for a memorable Mediterranean culinary experience. Highly recommended for those seeking authentic flavors in town.
The food did not disappoint; the tzatziki in the added appetizer we ordered was sooo good.
Great food, service and atmosphere. Highly recommend!
Discovered this place last night. Wow! For a critical eater with high standards (chef at home!) this place nails it! Food was very tasty - I had grilled calamari and the baklava afterwards was the best Ive ever had, even the coffee was delicious! Service was prompt, friendly and attentive. This will be a new fave place!