Pithari Taverna

We had a birthday party for 10 people. The service and food here is excellent. It is a very welcoming with pretty decor restaurant. Therefore everyone had a really good time. The food is unique and entrees are impressively huge. I did take out many times before and was never disappointed in the quality of the food from this restaurant. I visited many Greek restaurants including in NYC and this is one of my favorite. I look forward to be a returning customer.

I have visited many Mediterranean restaurants and this one was the only one I could not decide whether to pass or fail. So I will explain my experience and then you can decide. First of all, I called and made a reservation for 4 (2adults, 2kids) so that I could seat a nice table but when we arrived there although there was a suitable table nearby windows they did not get a seat there. The lady who welcomed us showed us a table near the kitchen. I think we are enough lucky as we had a reservation otherwise without reservation maybe we could eat our dinner at near the restroom:) Long story short: Reservation does not make sense. Moreover, I asked to them change our table but they ignored us. This was the first negative one Food: I ordered chicken kebab, and my wife ordered the Aegean seafood platter, Garides giouvetsi and Pikilia cold spreads. Pikilia has lots of different sides but some of them (especially tzatziki and feta cheese smt) were such salty that our blood pressure went to sky and I could not sleep till morning. The only problem was SALT!! Atmosphere: This was very good maybe you can think about nice music too! Serving: This is the only topic that we are satisfied. Our waitress Lora was a pretty nice and helpful lady. She helped us and shared her besties as we were the first time. The other staff also was amazing. Overall Food:3/10. (SALT, SALT, SALT!!!) Service:9/10 Price:7/10 Atmosphere:8/10

Pithari is very good and very authentic Greek food, and I’ve never had a bad experience here. The food is delicious, to start. I’ve tried various menu items, including the Moussaka, Pastitsio, and various platters, and they’re all great. Portions are very generous for the price, and I often end up taking some food home. I’ve also never had an unpleasant time, in terms of service. The atmosphere is very fun as well. It might be a hair cheesy, but it is fun, and you don’t doubt you’re in a Greek restaurant for a moment (I adore the grape lights!). If you’re looking for delicious and authentic Greek food with a fun environment, look no further!

Once a gem, now a dud: I used to frequent this place years ago, always leaving satisfied. But my recent visit was a major letdown, leaving me questioning the quality and consistency of their food. Highs and Lows:The appetizers offered a glimmer of hope.** The dip platter was a delightful mix of textures and flavors, and the gigante beans in lemon tomato sauce were a tangy, comforting hit. However, everything went downhill from there. Main Course Misfire:My lamb souvlaki, ordered medium-rare, arrived bordering on well-done and unevenly cooked. Each bite was a struggle against tough, chewy meat. It felt like I was wrestling with the food instead of enjoying it. A Bitter Aftertaste:The disappointment ran deep. I left feeling frustrated and cheated, questioning how such a drastic decline could occur. It seems after covid it's just hard finding quality food. Final Verdict: While the appetizers offered a flicker of hope, the main course completely dropped the ball. With such inconsistent quality and a disappointing main dish, I have no reason to return to here. There are better options out there where you can be confident your meal will be a success, not a struggle and much cheaper. Recommendations. If you're looking for Greek food in the area, I suggest exploring other restaurants. There are plenty of options offering authentic flavors and consistently delicious dishes. Don't waste your time and money on a gamble. Service was decent. Nothing special. Busser didn't speak English. I hope this helps!