Taverna Cretekou

Taverna Cretekou - Table reservation

818 King St, Alexandria, Virginia, 22314, United States, 22314-3017
4288 Reviews 4.3

"This was definitely the best Greek food I've ever experienced—perhaps the best restaurant of any kind! I began with their thick red gazpacho, which was absolutely wonderful. It was truly amazing. Next, I had a simple Greek salad followed by a gyro. Both were straightforward yet beautifully prepared and delicious. The service and atmosphere were great as well. I loved it! Five stars!"

Details

Phone: +17035488688

Address: 818 King St, Alexandria, Virginia, 22314, United States, 22314-3017

City: Alexandria

Website: http://www.tavernacretekou.com/

Opening hours

Tuesday: 11:00-14:00

Wednesday: 11:00-14:00

Thursday: 11:00-14:00

Friday: 11:00-14:00

Saturday: 24:00-24:00

Sunday: 01:00-22:00

Statistics

Dishes: 10

Amenities: 25

Categories: 5

Reviews: 4288


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Reviews

5 /5 Rating

Charming, delicious, and authentic! My wife celebrated her birthday at this restaurant, and we had a wonderful time. The selection of Greek dishes is impressive, each with its unique twist. We tried the lamb and salmon specialties, both of which were outstanding. The menu offers a variety of large warm and cold mezes, as well as generous portions. The service was friendly, attentive, and very helpful. The back terrace is a lovely spot for outdoor dining—it's cool on hot days and sheltered from the rain. We had a fantastic time, enjoyed a great wine, and ended our meal with the amazing rice pudding. I highly recommend this place!

5 /5 Rating

Charming, delicious, and authentic! I celebrated my wife's birthday here, and we had an amazing experience. The selection of Greek dishes is fantastic, each with its unique twist. We ordered the lamb and salmon specials, both of which were outstanding. The menu features a wonderful variety of warm and cold mezes, as well as excellent entrees. The service was friendly, attentive, and very accommodating. The back patio area is a lovely spot for outdoor dining, providing a cool escape from the heat and shelter from the rain. We truly enjoyed our time here!

5 /5 Rating

This is the best Greek food I've ever had in the USA. Everything was fresh and absolutely incredible. The menu offers a wide variety of authentic dishes, and each of the five of us tried something different, all of which were fantastic. My only regret is not saving enough room for dessert. The Sampler dinner was impressive and very filling—we loved it! The decor is delightful, and the staff is friendly and attentive. We had a wonderful experience and can't wait for our next visit!

5 /5 Rating

This was truly the best Greek food I've ever tasted—perhaps even the best restaurant experience of any kind. I began with a rich and flavorful red gazpacho that was simply wonderful—absolutely amazing. Next, I enjoyed a classic Greek salad, followed by a gyro. Each dish was simple yet beautifully presented and incredibly delicious. The service was excellent, and the atmosphere was inviting. Overall, it was a fantastic experience.

5 /5 Rating

This was definitely the best Greek food I've ever experienced—perhaps the best restaurant of any kind! I began with their thick red gazpacho, which was absolutely wonderful. It was truly amazing. Next, I had a simple Greek salad followed by a gyro. Both were straightforward yet beautifully prepared and delicious. The service and atmosphere were great as well. I loved it! Five stars!


Dishes

Greek Salad
Greek Salad

Calamari
Calamari

Gyros
Gyros

Octopus And Orzo
Octopus And Orzo

Grilled Octopus
Grilled Octopus

Rice Pudding
Rice Pudding

Saganaki
Saganaki

Moussaka
Moussaka

Gazpacho
Gazpacho

Baklava
Baklava