Sydney’s Best Greek Restaurants for a Taste of Mykonos

Sometimes only a good old Greek feast will hit the spot. Luckily, Sydney’s Greek restaurant scene is flourishing and there’s never been a better time to indulge in the likes of spanakopita, moussaka, gyros, and souvlaki. You can enjoy a variety of Greek dishes without leaving the city but don’t forget to loosen your belt a notch or two for the culinary journey ahead! Read on for the best Greek restaurants in Sydney. 

Ammos (Image Credit: Jason Loucas) 

Ammos 

Much-loved chef Peter Conistis’ never misses and Ammos, his latest gem, is no exception to the trend. Floor-to-ceiling windows offer up tantalising views of the water whilst serene interiors, textured accents and spaces that flow into one another craft a memorable backdrop. 

Every dish hits the mark from the olive oil drizzled tzatziki (yes, you can buy the oil to take home), to the sizzling saganaki and vertical stacked scallop moussaka. Dine on unique cuts of lamb and sip on lesser-known Greek varietals before indulging in the roving ouzo trolley. 

Level 3, 2 Princess Street, Brighton-Le-Sands 

Meet the Greek

Meet the Greek is no ordinary taverna. The Mougios family, Brighton Le Sands veterans for 30 years, birthed a warm, neighbourly haven that blends tradition with tasteful innovation. Through food, they’ll teach you “how to be Greek.” Translation? You will learn to enjoy life as you make your way through their epic menu.

Start with homemade dips and fresh pita bread with feta slabs, karvelli bread, saganaki, and feta filo parcels. Then venture into prime lamb and pork souvla, marinated for a full day in Meet The Greek’s secret herb mix. Greece may have invented democracy, but Meet The Greek certainly rules Brighton Le Sands’ culinary scene.

85 The Grand Parade, Brighton Le Sands

Ela Ela 

This opening from Peter Conistis has been a hit since the day it opened. Giving low-key Mediterranean luxe, the neutral interiors are a great backdrop for plate after plate of Greek treats. And it’s well affordable, too!

Start with a wood-grilled pita, baked kalamata olives and whipped feta before diving into entrees, mains and a baklava cigar. A fun selection of Greek bevvies and a smattering of Aussie drops make up the curated beverage list. 

81 Sussex Street, Sydney 

Kazzi Beach Greek

Kazzi Beach Greek brings the flavours of Hellenic cuisine to life, transporting diners to sun-soaked Aegean shores with every bite.

Affordability meets authenticity, making it a family favourite. You can eat your weight in Greek delights without breaking the bank. Begin with meze stars like grilled octopus and chargrilled prawns alongside tender spit-roasted meats or try their version of Greek brunch. In our opinion, Kazzi’s eggs saganaki and fig-mascarpone toast, with a touch of the owner’s secret sauce, will start your day on a high note.

Mosman & Balmoral 

Sofia

Renowned Australian chef? Check. Iconic Sydney location? Check. Delicious Greek food? Also check. Justin North has collaborated with Sophie and Con Bousgas – the owners of the iconic, Bar Cleveland -to open a relaxed southern Mediterranean restaurant. Sofia, named after the owner’s grandmother, serves homestyle dishes and family recipes where seasonal, locally sourced produce is elevated by a skilled hand at the grill. In the newly revitalised 1800’s building, the space includes a 60-seat restaurant and an accompanying lounge bar where soft neutral interiors accentuate the bones of the historic building.

433 Cleveland Street, Surry Hills

Norma’s Deli 

Walking down the stairs into Norma’s, you’re immediately transported to a charming and busy Greek deli. If you can peel yourself away from watching the bakers work their magic in the open-planned kitchen (they’re seriously hypnotising), it will take you a while to choose just one or two delights from behind the glass window of glorious treats. Honestly, between the buttery croissants, nonna-approved baklava and other drool-worthy creations, it’s like picking a favourite child. They offer both a lunch and breakfast menu with standouts including the tzatziki, egg and cucumber, the taramasalata toast, Norma’s pastito and their zesty spanakopita. 

74-78 The Corso, Manly 

Olympus

Centred around a 50-year-old bougainvillaea tree, this light-filled restaurant is a feast for the senses, from the textured interiors to the charcoal-grilled dishes. Sip on a range of Greek and Mediterranean-focused drops whilst chowing down on plates of lesser-known Greek delicacies. 

Wunderlich Lane, 2 Baptist Street, Redfern

Ikaria

As you’d expect for a place that’s located in Bondi Beach and named after a Greek Island, Ikaria is absolutely beautiful. With Mediterranean mezze and delicious drinks, Ikaria is the perfect spot for your next dinner with friends. A neutral-toned wonderland with arches and stunning views, this place might just be as close as you could get to a European holiday right now. Share mezze plates and a set menu that features dips, saganaki, calamari and keftedes pairs with their signature cocktails. 

70B Campbell Parade, Bondi Beach

Alpha

Another Peter Conistis gem, Alpha is a haven for lovers of good Greek food. Here you’ll find a modern twist on the classics. Start with dips and pitta before snacking on the iconic saganaki and gorging on mains ranging from calamari to beef cheek moussaka. 

238 Castlereagh Street, Sydney

The Apollo

If you have a penchant for saganaki cheese and charred calamari, then The Apollo is the Greek restaurant you need to visit. Their take on Mediterranean flavours (with a strong focus on Greek food), along with a smattering of dishes cooked over wood and charcoal, is out of this world. And indulgent. You’ll be left wishing you had a spare stomach.

44 MacLeay Street, Potts Point

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