The Greek Souvlaki House in Ottawa

3625 Rivergate Way, Ottawa, ON K1V 2A4, Canada

★★★★★
(577 reviews)
Categories: Restaurant Greek restaurant Mediterranean restaurant

About

Low-key eatery offering traditional Greek cuisine like pitas, salads & souvlaki.

Website
souvlaki.house
Address
3625 Rivergate Way, Ottawa, ON K1V 2A4, Canada
Plus Code
88W5+72 Nepean, Ottawa, ON, Canada
Time Zone
America/Toronto

Business Hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Friday
11 AM–9 PM
Saturday
4–9 PM
Sunday
4–9 PM

Services

Service options
No-contact delivery Delivery Takeaway Dine-in
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating
Offerings
Alcohol Beer Coffee Halal food Healthy options Late-night food Small plates Vegetarian options Wine
Dining options
Lunch Dinner Catering Dessert Seating
Amenities
Toilets Wi-Fi Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual Cosy
Crowd
Groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Free of charge street parking Free parking lot Parking

Photos

Reviews

4.6
★★★★★
577 reviews

Most Mentioned

greek food (76) gyro (27) lamb (27) tzatziki (24) pita (22) calamari (15) salad dressing (15) moussaka (12) portion sizes (12) souvlaki platter (5)
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★★★★★
December 9, 2024

Nice lotsa flavour food. Good portion size. Good service. Lotsa tasty potatoes! Kitchen is viewable, cool for the kids. Keeps the place honsst too. Owner also has a nice plant collection. Worth the Zen. Want a quick bite, this is the place.

★★★★
October 26, 2024

Ordered through uber eats. They listened to all of my special instructions, sent extra olives and really showed they care. The sauce they give with the rice has to be some of the best sauce I've ever had. Truly delicious. Where they lose a mark - the rice - while the sauce was fantastic, the rice was definitely undercooked and almost crunchy

★★
July 27, 2024

Love your food always fantastic. I went to get a single take out meal on a Saturday night. I arrived 15-20 min before your stated closing time and they said the kitchen was close 30 mins before closing even though the open sign was still lit up. Would be nice if the closing time was accurate so people don’t drive out of their way for food when you’re actually closed.

July 15, 2024

Ordered this from UberEats on a Sunday night. Food was stone cold when it arrived. Chicken was overcooked and completely burnt. Salad dressing was sweet and seemed like store bought (I've never had a sweet Greek dressing), tzatziki tasted like it was mayonnaise based. All around horrible experience. Much prefer the Greek Slouvaki Shack - make sure you don't make the mistake of confusing the two.

★★★★
June 3, 2023

2023 May 3.5★ For Greek food, this isn't bad. Portions are pretty big but relative to the price, it's fair. A small restaurant with 5 tables and seating up to 20. The staff themselves are helpful and prompt. Souvlaki Classic Pork Platter With Side salad, Potatoes & FRIES $21.95 The pork tasted good, but was a bit hard. Not sure if it was just over cooked. Traditional Beef Gyro with Side salad, Rice & Potatoes $23.95 The beef was seasoned well and was tender (minced beef after all....) The rice and potatos was ok. The fries weren't bad. The salad was quite good. Overall a decent meal for someone hungry. Parking is limited as it's shared with the other restaurants in the plaza.

★★★★★
August 6, 2022

I had a craving to eat some Greek food. So I searched Google maps for restaurants that had high 4.6 star rating. The Greek Souvlaki House was at the top of the list. I ordered a Greek salad and the beef souvlaki platter. I was happy with my choice, it was delicious! The meat was properly cooked to medium rare, the tzatzik creamy yogurt had a good balance of garlic and the greek salad was good. Service was great and the whole dining experience was awesome. Costs for my meal was fair and serving sizes were good. Update: I have been back several time ordering the lamb and pork souvlaki dinners and I am happy to report that every meal was awesome. I think you will like the Greek Souvlaki House. Also I noticed that there were lots of people ordering through the delivery aps. If you like my reviews, photos or videos yell out opa and give a thumbs up.

★★★★★
December 24, 2020

Ordered 4 main platters and 4 sides for a family of 6. I went and picked it up myself because I was outside their delivery area. The food was hot by the time I got it back home on the table. The appetizers were all fantastic. The Hummus and the Tzatziki were to die for. The only setback was the calamari. It was not fresh and soggy. I always like to try a menu item that's not popular and see if there's a hidden gem, but this was a miss. Every main platter was absolutely amazing. The lamb, the chicken breasts and the chicken souvlaki were all perfectly seasoned, juicy and tender. The rice and lemon potatoes were heavenly and in very generous amounts. Plenty of leftovers, and they were still delicious the next day. The platters prices were very reasonable but the appetizers were a bit pricey. You can skip the appetizers altogether and still get a very decent full meal for less than $13. Main platters come with a tiny sides (dipping sauce size) of Hummus and Tzatziki. I'll keep this on my list for the days we get tired of butter chicken, but still crave rice and chicken or lamb.

★★★★
September 8, 2017

I was impressed. Don't let the simple atmosphere or average price trick you - the food is in large quantity and is done PERFECTLY. We had Calamari with Tazziki, salad, chicken, beef, baked potato and home fries and a baklava. I shared the following with the owner, and he passively nodded. I am not crazy about the rice as it is plain, I would ask them to put the sauce (which they put on the rice aside) as It is spicy and the taste doesn't go well with everything else (at least for me). But for the price, distance and freshness it deserves 4/5.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 14, 2024

This is a small crowded place with most tables seating only 4, but the server made room for my family of 8 at the front. Most of the space is taken up by the open kitchen with its noises, and there is a brisk takeout business with the telephone ringing and a steady flow of customers and deliverers. Its a Greek village hubbub right here in Hunt Club! Prices are very reasonable, under $20 per serving, for the servings are so large that one is ample for two diners. Each meal begins with a fresh, crisp and tasty Greek salad, then continues with the main dishes once they are prepared. The spinach moussaka and the breaded deep-fried calamari earned top reviews from my guests. The lean peppery beef gyro (pronounced yee-roh) is made in house and the lamb souvlaki (meat grilled on a skewer) was well marinated. The rice was perfectly cooked with an excellent sauce, and the quartered potatos were mealy and tender as they should be. Everything is in generous quantity and super tasty. Service is friendly and prompt. And, they offer their standard takeout containers to take leftovers home without having to ask. (We used one.) Definitely worth a visit with a friend.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 14, 2024

Huge portions, which is standard for most Greek fare, however... Everything is delicious. Their Spiro sauce is the best Ive had, their salad dressing I could almost drink and their gyro is thick cut and always crispy on one side from a fine tuned rotisserie. They care about their food and it shows.

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

Best Greek food in the city.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

Great food hige portions

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

Delicious good, generous portions, and everyone is very friendly. Highly recommend the lamb burger!

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

Came here in a rush and the dude at the front was so nice. Also the meat on the gyro was generous. Definitely would go again

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

The food is top quality and cooked to perfection! The owner and staff are friendly and caring!

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

Best gyro pita in the city!

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

Delicious - thanks Michelle, for looking after us.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 21, 2024

First time with these guys and I was not disappointed, everything was delicious and spot on!

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

Always Great Food. Mark and all the staff are always very friendly, even when very busy!

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

Found this place by accident it was so good we went back a week later. Great portions great prices. We will be back from Brockville again.

September 21, 2024

Absolute garbage- calamari is unseasoned and rubbery, souvlaki is over cooked, and the potatoes aren t cooked though

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

Best moussaka, salad & fries

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

Great value and yummy food.

★★★★★
July 21, 2024

First time stopping by at this restaurant and you can instantly feel the rustic vibes. The staff were polite and energetic. Cali & Mark are good people and answered all my silly questions about their menu! 100% recommended

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

Our party had three different variations of souvlaki pitas. They were all tasty. Calamari was also tasty - fresh and not rubbery. In addition to the great food, great staff. We came in later in the day, and I left behind a bag by mistake, and by the time I discovered my mistake it was after closing. I got ahold of the staff and they offered to come back and reopen the restaurant to get my bag. This was a lifesaver as my party was leaving Ottawa early in the morning, and we were able to avoid a huge problem. Thanks so much!

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 21, 2024

Excellent experience...fabulous food, service. Was a retirement party group and all had a great experience...will be back Food

★★★★★
June 21, 2024

Excellent meal, everything was delicious. Would definitely order again.

June 21, 2024

These clowns use canola oil in their Greek dressing what a joke. If you care about your health do not eat here.

★★★★★
June 21, 2024

This is my favourite Greek place! The staff are always so friendly and the food is delicious, with great portion sizes! Definitely fair for the price :) The potatoes are my favourite!!

★★★★★
May 21, 2024

By far the biggest and best gyro Ive ever had !

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 21, 2024

Amazing food, and amazing service. All the ingredients look and taste fresh, and the amount of food you get makes it worth every penny. The seating area is a bit tight, but I could see why its a challenge given the shape of the dining area.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 21, 2024

Honestly haven t been able to find a Greek place where I ve enjoyed their food since moving to Ottawa as much as the little place I used to work until I found this place. The tzatziki is to die for, their pitas come with so much on them, their spiro sauce and rice is great and their portions are amazing. I m always impressed every time I get delivery from them. Well done

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 21, 2024

Solid food and healthy portions.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 21, 2024

Had the Moussaka and lentil soup. Delicious. Had a lovely chat with the chef. Edit: Went to review this place again and discovered Id written exactly what I was going to say 4 months ago. So the food and friendliness is consistently good! Still highly recommend them!

★★★★★
April 21, 2024

Hands down some of the best Greek food I ve ever had! A must place to come check out if you live in Ottawa or visiting!

★★★★★
April 21, 2024

11/10

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 21, 2024

Real nice place and food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 21, 2024

The best

★★★★★
March 21, 2024

Honestly one of the best restaurants I ve ever been to, the food is amazing I loved their chicken souvlaki they also have imported food straight from Greece that looks amazing the prices are affordable and the service is a 6/5 stars

★★★★★
March 21, 2024

Have loved this place for so long. Food has never disappointed and have been coming here over 10 years. The Greek salads and housemade dressing are amazing and always great customer service. 3 stars for atmosphere only cuz its small and you can hear everything in the back while dining lol but wont put me off going back

Local Guide
March 21, 2024

Food was terrible, like rubber, almost like it was reheated in the microwave. Bland at best.

February 21, 2024

This place used to be so much better, the food is bland now and the portions are so small especially when you order online. Wont be coming or ordering from here anymore.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 21, 2024

Great food, generous portions

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 21, 2024

Great Greek style cuisine.

★★★★★
January 21, 2024

Fantastic family owned business. Food is always on time and fresh, Ive never had a single issue in person or for delivery. My favourite Greek place in the city.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Get the lamb

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

As always the quality of food here is great. Fast service, very friendly, well taught and experienced.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Hot, fresh and delicious! Massive platter portions feeds two people. Best tasting chicken souvlaki, gyro and tatziki ever! Wow...Thanks for the great food tonight guys!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

I ordered from here for the first time tonight. I truly enjoyed my meal; portions were large, and food was delicious. (Greek souvlaki platter).when I went to pick up I was greeted with welcoming and friendly staff. Highly recommend. Food

December 21, 2023

Worst Greek food ever. Super expensive. I feel ripped off. Tzatziki is so bad never going back

★★★
December 21, 2023

We dined in the restaurant which we have not done since before Covid. The service was poor. In experienced server with no knowledge of waiting tables. Priority went to all the Uber eats delivery staff. Food is excellent, large portions. I will not dine in again.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Love the calamari platter!!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Really good greek food. We normally get take out here, the souvlaki or gyro platters. The gyro is amazing. We like to air fry the potatoes to crisp them up when we get home. The food is really high quality, like a good home cooked meal for a good price. I would give 5 stars but theres a couple of things that bug me about here: - The tzatziki they give you with the platter is really small, not enough for the platter, and they charge you for an extra one. - The platter does not come with a pita, which is standard at other Greek places Ive been to. Cosmos is a similar mom and pop Greek spot that does not nickle and dime for small things like this and I think it makes it a nicer experience. Other than these small things, this restaurant is really good and I highly recommend it!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Nice and cozy, great dessert selection and the staff was very helpful. The portions are kind of big so be wary of eating with your eyes. The fries were extra crunchy and fresh, loved it.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Always a great experience and lovely customer service. Great food and Mark is great. Parking: Lots of spots

December 21, 2023

I was really looking forward to this meal, had not eaten all day. So dissapointed, the beef was good but potatoes and rice were awful. I wasnt the only one who noticed tonight. I hope the constructive criticism brings their game up. 1st time trying their desserts and that too wasnt the best. For the price I have reservations.

★★
December 21, 2023

The greek food I got was slopped together, didnt look appetizing and was maybe the most bland greek food Ive had.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Everything was fantastic food, service and atmosphere

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Quant dine in restaurant. Delicious food, large portions designed for you to enjoy your meal and leave with a lunch for tomorrow. Dietary restrictions: My wife is gluten free, the menu can easily accommodate her. Parking: Ample parking

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

These guys are great. Whether take out or dine in, great service, friendly staff, good portions and reasonable price.

★★★★
December 21, 2023

The mousaka is delicious, and it seems to be the onlg Greek restaurant in Ottawa that offers taramosalata for delivery (this is a MUST have for any Greek meal for me!). It is my absolute go-to Greek restaurant now.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

The salad is balls to the wall AWESOME. Lotsa chicken, lots olives, lotsa pickled peppers. Love me a healthy weekday meal with a side dish of probiotics. Veggies are always excellent quality. Fries are a delicacy from the gods. Excellent spice. Pitas good too. Platters are like 8 delicious meals, possibly too much rice. Go here or at least get some takeout. Get yourself some cute little ouzo mints while youre at it.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

The lamb was cooked to perfection! The food and service were both 5 stars. The food came quickly. Highly recommend and will visit again! Thank you for the amazing food!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

We ve been coming here since I was a kid and it s always been fantastic. I highly recommend the lamb burger. The service is awesome and Mark will hook you up with some bomb Greek food. This place is a treasure. Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Stopped here for dinner on a day tip to ottawa, some of the best Greek food Ive had! We go the pikilia appetizer that I highly recommend. Reasonably priced and very friendly service plus we had lots of leftovers to bring home

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

My favorite Greek restaurant in Canada. The best gyros and souvlaki around. Generous portions. Friendly staff

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Absolutely the best Greek food - the moussaka in particular is very tasty. Portions are generous, food is always carefully prepared. Nothing less than perfection!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

I ve been a fan of this place since their old location - way back when I was a little kid! I kid you not, I stopped being a vegetarian after 7 years when I learned they reopened. The pork souvlaki meal, garlic bread, and calamari changed my life LOL! Such nice people too! Can t wait to go back :)

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Best Greek in Ottawa.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Friendly service and delicious food, new favourite spot.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Great

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Solid greek food! Fresh and tasty!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Its a little gem, food was delicious

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Gyro was fantastic.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Although theyre still limiting access due to covid. Food and service is good. Update Aug. 17. Room has been redone and electronic menu is available. Service is top notch and food as usual excellent. Food : 5/5

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Amazing food and friendly service! 11/10 I will be returning.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

The salads were outstanding and so fresh! The lamb plate I had was amazing and perfectly cooked. Desert had to come home or I would have needed a cart to help me leave. This is a MUST to visit in Ottawa!

★★
December 21, 2023

I used to be a regular at here for years even before they moved to this location. One of my favourite places. I ordered for takeout pork souvlaki dinner extra skewer of chicken as well. I asked them if it was possible to bring it out to my car cause I am handicapped and they were very helpful with that. Now the food. Unfortunately it s not the same as before. Skewers were dry and overdone burnt . Bland . Rice and potatoes were bland as well. I guess it was a bad day or it s like it used to be. Anyway the guy who brought it out to me was very nice hoped I enjoyed my meal. Maybe next time.

★★★★
December 21, 2023

Huge portions. Very authentic. Geared more to take out, seating very limited.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Decided to give this place a try today since it was close to where I was hanging out with a friend. This place is a hidden gem. The portions are very generous unlike most places nowadays that cheap out. The lamb souvlaki platter was amazing and I really loved the salad before the meal. Will be back !

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Delicious food! We got a large catering package and some extra skewers and it was more than enough food for our party (30ish people). Everyone loved their meals. Mark was very helpful with the ordering process, and they helped load everything into my car, which was super sweet! Will definitely be ordering again . Vegetarian options: Rice, salad, potatoes

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

This was a good eat. The chicken was a little bitter/burnt tasting but overall, I enjoyed my chicken soulvaki.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Fantastic meal all around. This is one of Ottawas best authentic Greek restaurants, bar none. Yes it s small. Yea seating is limited. But the quality and freshness of the food, paired with the fantastic customer service is worth the visit. We tend to be one trick ponies when we eat here. The wife will have a platter or a Greek salad, I do a pita wrap (tomatoes onion tzatziki). And doesn t matter if it s today or 8 years ago it s always the same high quality I come to expect from them. But tonight we agreed to share a basic order of fries. Most restaurants have the same old boring shoe string fries, drop em and serve em. These hand cut fries were coated in an amazing powdered slice/rub that made them stand out by themselves. Staff as mentioned is friendly, courteous, and quick to get you in and served. And as small and tight as the place is? You do not feel or get rushed to finish and leave. Thanks as always for a great dinner out.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Great staff, super friendly! The food is very good and it s not too expensive either! One of the gems in Ottawa

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

My family s favorite greek restaurant! Great portions and that spiro sauce on rice? Ooooh amazing!

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Ordered from here while staying in Ottawa. Everything was fantastic!! The greek fries, the chicken pita, souvlaki platter, the dressing on the salad & the spiro sauce was soo good. Probably the best Greek food Ive ever had.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Absolutely amazing food and staff. We ve tried most of the menu and I can t recommend this place enough. In fact, I have recommended this place to so many friends and family and every single person has loved it and orders regularly. So fresh, so fast and the cakes are phenomenal as well. 11/10

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Fave greek place! Delish food with generous portions!

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

I have been ordering from here for years and I m never disappointed. The food is always so fresh and the service is excellent.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Amazing, fast, quick, great place, love this place

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

If you re looking for delicious Greek food in Ottawa look no further! If you were thinking of getting the lamb do yourself a favour and order it. Always incredible, never disappoints - would never order from any other Greek spot in town and their website is great!

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Best Greek food in Ottawa if not in Canada! Portions are huge with authentic greek taste and above all very clean and great customer service.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Cheesecakes are unbelievable! Definitely get the raspberry! We also ordered the Olympus cake and let me just tell you took us 5-7 business days to finish the god damn thing! But it s definitely amazing! Must try! Highly recommend!

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

The food is delicious and authentic with generous quantities. The spiro sauce on the rice is unique and the salad dressing and tzatziki sauce are great too! Mark always remembers our preferences even if we haven t been in for many months. Highly recommend, best Greek food in Ottawa !!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

We order from this spot at least 3 times a month and it s delicious every time. There s always a generous amount in every order and the friendliest service. We love the platters and the Greek salad.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Always delicious food! Good portions and great classic flavours with a wide selection of dishes and deserts!!!

★★
December 21, 2022

This was always my go to place . The Chicken filet dinner was always Homestyle full chicken breast Which was a specific selling point as to why I ordered there . Today I got two pieces of chicken the legit size of my thumb , with the raise in prices one would assume quality would stay the same or get better. Very Dissatisfied considering I ve been a returning customer for years

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

The value is excellent!! Portions are very generous and the food was comforting & tasty, (I had never had spiro sauce before & seriously underestimated how much I was going to like it) and the instructions were followed perfectly. The desserts are delicious as well.. Im not usually a fan of chocolate cake, but I found myself devouring an entire slice of their Cookies & Cream cake in one sitting.

Local Guide
December 21, 2022

There is no dine in service. Only take out :(

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

So good!! Fries were unreal. Veggie pita very good as well as the chicken souvlaki.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

TOTALLY AMAZING FOOD AWESOME DELICIOUS WOW NUMBER 1 IN OTTAWA FOR SURE EXTREMELY REASONNABLE..HUGE PORTIONS TASTY LOTS OF FLAVOR..GREAT GREEK CHEF..CANT SAY ENOUGH..

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Yum! I wanted a nice Greek salad with grilled chicken and this place delivered! Portions were huge. Salad and veg were very fresh, house made dressing delicious. Hot girl summer approved.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Food was authentic, fresh and tasted great.

★★
December 21, 2022

We ordered from here based on the majority glowing reviews. I think the negative comments complaining about a change of ownership are the ones you need to trust. The Greek potatoes are just boiled unpeeled potatoes with no seasoning. Everything is just bland. Huge portions dont really make up for the lack of any kind of seasoning. This is somehow worse than cafeteria food. I gave two stars instead of one because it was at least fully cooked.

Local Guide
December 21, 2022

I really wanted to give a higher review but I must warn others, its just really not good. Very bland, I had to actually recook the food on the stove to give the potatoes and rice a bit more salt and flavour. Really defeats the purpose when you are spending almost 60 dollars for delivery. It hurts.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Great find! I m not from Ottawa and when travelling tired of fast food. This is good food made fast. Fresh ingredients and tasty. Nice guys working there very comfortable atmosphere Good value for the money. Highly recommend and I will be back on my next trip.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

We could only do takeout but it was delicious as always.

Local Guide
December 21, 2022

No dine in...

★★★★
December 21, 2022

The food is excellent here and the staff is very friendly . I still prefer the original location on prince of whales. The taste of the food is similar however the amount of food now is much less, the portions are average compared to before. I suggest you add more sauce to the rice and load up on the potatoes like the old days.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Excellent quality for a take-out place. (not sure why the bad reviews). Came here with hubs during a business trip in April. We ordered gyro pita, chicken souvlaki pita, calamari, salads (house and village) and cheesecake. Hubs is Greek so if he approves, then you know its a good. Saw many locals coming in as well. Portion sizes- large! took out some of the gyro meat and made another sandwich. The dressing and sauces that came with calamari and salads were uniquely tasty! (sort of like a dill tzatziki) Service- excellent. Friendly and greeted as soon as we came in, fast service. It seemed like an owner or manager serving us. we could hear him calling out our orders to staff and and asking and telling his staff the timing of when food was going to be ready so theyd be ready for the next step to finish assembling the order/dish. Food was assembled to order. Gyro was of course already made (shaved off a spit). Price- $$ reasonable!! for the quality and amount of food. We got 1 of 2 slices of cheesecake for free b/c we were on the fence about what flavour to get. Nice gesture!! Well definitely return next time were in Ottawa.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Mark and Drayden were amazing and super friendly, on top of that the food was extremely delicious. Will visit again!

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

First time ordering food from here, outstanding!! Everything was so delicious will be ordering again

December 21, 2022

We ve been ordering takeout from here for a couple years. Very disappointed tonight our food was cold, our orders were wrong, the beef (that I didn t order) was tough and chewy my salad seemed to be nothing but lettuce and one slice of tomato, all in all very unappetizing. We also made a discovery, that s all I m going to say. I mentioned to my wife that if this was my first time ordering from here I would never order again, and now as I type this, I m seriously considering that.

★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Just ok. Based on tonights first order, I would not be going back. The Calamari appetizer and Chicken skewers were very overcooked. The potatoes were plain, almost boiled tasting. The tzatziki sauce did not smell or taste right. Im genuinely concerned. Rice with Spiro sauce was good, pita and salad was good. Overall quality low.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

We ordered takeout off their website but decided to dine in when we got there. The restaurant employees were so nice and took our food out of the takeout boxes and brought everything out on plates. They were super friendly! We will be coming back for sure :)

December 21, 2022

Use to enjoy this place until there prices went up and there portions got cut in half! 52 dollars for two chicken fillet plates which they cut one breast inhalf to make two lol! Sad to see they have no care in the world for there clients either! They said if I don t like it go somewhere else! No problem! I ll spend my money next time on a restaurant that takes pride and compassion in their food! Custermer service matters seeing I ve been going there for the last 6 years! Now they won t see another dollar from me and ima spread the word to all my buddies that I recommended to this place! Buyer beware

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Excellent food!! Dining room, however small! But the food makes you forget everything! Really a great discovery!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Lamb meat was sadly not the best cut or quality, but the rice and potatoes were great, and the gyro was unbelievable

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Went here for the first time today. We ordered the lamb burger and pork souvlaki, and both were delicious! The servers were so kind, welcoming, and attentive. We were instantly greeted when we walked in the door, and they made us feel that they were happy we were there. It was a great experience, and well definitely be back!

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Its our Greek go to :)

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Wow! Amazing food. There were 3 of us and we tried the chicken and pork souvlaki along with a beef gyro along with fries, greek potatoes and greek salad. We all shared and every food item was absolutely amazing and staff were incredible. Highly recommended and we will definitely return.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Very friendly and efficient wait staff. Food was delicious and enough for some to take home! Very reasonably price. Exceeded our expectations. Nice homey feel to the restaurent.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Simply a hidden gem. This is one of those tiny places hidden in an ally, as if you would be rewarded for finding them. The food was authentic, the staff were friendly, the food tasted amazing, and the portions are shockingly generous. The big picture frame of the four grandpas made the place feel even more warm and cozy. The background music was gentle. I couldnt complain even if I tried to find something against them.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Always on point! Great service even better food and quality/quantity. Fresh prices are fair for the amount of food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Always great! Delicious food, great service. They are very generous with their portions, the food is always fresh and delicious. Best greek food in the city.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Fantastic service, we went in a day ahead to arrange a special catering for an event. The owner was very accommodating. Picked up the next day and everything was fresh and very generously portioned thank you!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

good food, always fast and friendly service. Generous portions

December 21, 2022

Unless your only getting desert. The food was terrible.

★★★★★
December 21, 2022

Awesome cook food is delicious all employees are kind and awesome 10/10 recommend

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2022

Great food, large portions, but the atmosphere is more like a cafeteria then a restaurant.

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

Great service and food is always amazing. Definitely recommend!

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

The the double stacked gyros here are the best in the city, absolutely perfect.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2021

We had takeout this evening and it was delicious. Tender lamb souvlaki, amazing potatoes, and excellent flavour throughout. The staff were friendly on the phone and in person when I picked up the food. Safe COVID-19 protocols in place. And they even threw in a delicious cookie. What a wonderful local business!

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

Never disappoints. Big hit with the whole family.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2021

Very good chicken souvlaki platter and friendly service.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2021

Great food. Reasonably priced

★★
December 21, 2021

Not my taste

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

Just ordered here for the first time. Amazing! Best Greek food Ive had in years, and very large portions justify the price. Definitely enough food for tomorrows lunch - but too good to let it wait overnight ;)

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

Great food, excellent customer service and marvellous experience. Bravooooo and see you soon!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2021

While the potatoes were not that special compared to other Greek restaurants (they were boiled and cut up), the meat was phenomenal. We had the lamb souvlaki, chicken souvlaki, lamb burger and the quality of the meat surpasses most other Greek restaurants Ive tried in Ottawa.

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

Great as always!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2021

Since moving from Toronto to Ottawa, I have been hard pressed to find a decent (non franchised) Greek Restaurant that serves quality food and excellent service. Finding this place was an honest godsend. I am blown away by the food and service provided, dont sleep on their baklava, its pretty good. My favourite dish is their lamb souvlaki, did I mention their tzatziki is so bomb! Highly recommended! Dont forget to support your local small businesses that are struggling during this time!

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

mousakka is da bomb here

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

The best Greek cuisine in Ottawa.

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

The search for great Greek food in YOW STOPS here! We recently moved from YYZ, we ve been looking for a yummy option - and we ve tried plenty! This place rivals the best of the Danforth in Toronto. Don t be fooled by the prices and the decore - this place is on point with large portions. 2 mains and 2 sides fed 3 with leftovers for $54. Highly recommended

December 21, 2021

I dont know if youre having a bad night, but that was barely edible chicken and lamb souvlaki you served me. The Lamb was chewy beyond being edible, and the chicken tasted like a charcoal briquette. Pita and hummus were good, which made things a little confusing. But the fact that I am now experiencing GI symptoms makes this a 0/5 avoid at all costs.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2021

Delicious food, big portions, reasonable prices. If ordering through UberEats. Use the link on their webpage instead of the App. UberEats will only take 7.5% instead of the 30%!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2021

Ordered the chicken souvlaki dinner and dessert for the first time this evening through Skip. Best decision! Its the most delicious Greek meal I have ever had with decent portions. The desserts are also large slices of cake and worth the price. There was an error with the delivery and Rayan made all effort to rectify it. A big thanks for making my evening with great service and food. K from Pretoria Ave.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2021

Large portions. Good food. Reasonably priced.

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

Great customer service! Great menu.

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

Best Greek food in Ottawa

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2021

What can I say hmm one of the best Greek food in Ottawa.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2021

A bit disorganized.... but the cheese cake is super!

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

We love the food here. The lamb skewers, gyro and pita are excellent. We order 2 dinners and eat for 2 days.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2021

Generous portions of delicious food with crisp, fresh salad. Best gyro in the city.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2021

Staff is super friendly, food is amazing :) highly recommend to everyone

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2021

Best Greek food Ive ever had!

Local Guide
December 21, 2021

Im not sure if there was a change in ownership or something but the food I got today was so unappetizing and such a waste of money. For 2 platters I paid 60 dollars and couldnt finish the food because of how disappointed I was. Im not sure whats going on but the quality of the food needs to improve asap, I wouldnt recommend this place to my worst enemy, and for some reason the young guy in the back is always yelling at his workers

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

Best Greek restaurant in town. Been going there for years!!

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

Best Greek food I ve ever had.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2021

I had the mousaka and it was delicious. My wife had the chicken souvlaki and she really liked it. The portions are huge. We ordered over the phone and picked it up for takeout. The service was friendly.

★★★★★
December 21, 2021

Best Greek food ever! So authentic and so tasty!!

★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2021

Found it over priced for the quality of food. Had chicken soulvlaki. Rice was forgetable, chicken dry.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2021

Easily the best souvlaki platters in all of Ottawa. Cooked fresh, portions for price are great. Fast and reliable service. In MY opinion its the best souvlaki greek food in Ottawa easily.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2021

My prefered menu ever

December 21, 2020

Ordered chicken souvlaki. Unfortunately, it was a complete disappoinment. Really wasted money. Just about everything was bad. Potatoes overcooked and soggy. Rice was just simple cooked rice with canned tomato sauce. I mean come on, really? And it tastes sour. The chicken was overdone. Maybe other reviewers had a more positive experience. As for me I cant recommend the place and wont be going back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2020

They prepared the order very quickly taste was perfect

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2020

Great food, great customer service.

★★★★★
December 21, 2020

Delicious food with good portions! The owner takes pride in his place and is very generous.

★★★★★
December 21, 2020

One of my favourite lunch spots. Amazing tatziki and salad dressing. Wish you were open for lunch during covid!

★★★★★
December 21, 2020

Good food and great customer service! They went out of their way to remedy something they have no control over.

★★★★★
December 21, 2020

Food is excellent !! Service was above excellent !!! I had a issue with delivery using Skip the Dish... The Staff at The Greek Souvlaki House made my night... As I contacted directly when I had a issue with Skip the Dish, The Greek Souvlaki House Staff was very compassionate to my problem. The second time I called back I got the owner and again was very helpful and compassionate to what went wrong with Skip the Dish. I ended up pick up my order due to Skip the Dish problem on delivery. The staff and owner new I was now having to drive out to pick my food. They made fresh new order as my hassle took over an hour with Skip the Dish. The Greek Souvlaki Staff did this out of kindness as this was not their problem. To top it all off they added a generous piece of chocolate cake, in hopes to make me feel better. Wow that was above to turn my experience around. When I got home and opened the container with the chocolate cake I was floored. It was to die for ... high end cake !! The packaging on my food was so well done. Everything packaged beautifully food looking delicious. Their food was amazing highly recommend their food service and packaging. Done with care !! Thank you for the wonderful meal. And most of all the Customer Service !!! Sincerely Penny Salamon

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2020

I have been here many times. Friendly staff and delicious Greek food. Their tzatziki is incredible and I love their salad dressing. I will definitely be returning regularly.

★★★★★
December 21, 2020

Potentially the best Gyro Ive ever eaten. Tzatziki a little heavy on the dill but the portion sizes are amazing and the meat and side dishes are delicious. Customer service was excellent and the staff was great.

★★★★★
December 21, 2020

Yummy home-cooked food with huge portions!

★★★★★
December 21, 2020

The Moussaka is to die for! Whatever you order you wont be disappointed! Greek done right!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2020

Delicious and you wont go hungry thats for sure!

★★★★★
December 21, 2020

Best quality Greek food in Ottawa.

★★★★★
December 21, 2020

Ordered on line mid afternoon for a 5:30 pickup.....was ready at 530 exactly. Had a 15 min drive home and the containers they use kept all hot ready to eat. Highly recommend.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2020

Hands down the best Greek food I have ever had. The owners are the most friendliest people I know!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2020

One of the best in Ottawa. I miss the big place, but the food is the same...really good! Everything is fresh, colourful and delish. Their Loukaniko is especially yummy, and all their souvlaki meats are moist. I do like their Spanakopita and usually end up eating it on the way home. Lol If you want a treat, order the Village Salad, its awesome! Both their Greek and Village salads are great, but the Village is my choice every time. ;) I definitely recommend this take-out slice of heaven.

★★★★★
December 21, 2020

Best greek food in the city!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2020

Excellent Gyro and other Greek food . The best in town

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2020

Greek Amazing food and professional service