Booked for a group of 12 and we all had an amazing time. The staff are so friendly and the food is amazing! You should book in advance for big groups and have to fill out a preorder form. The staff even gave us complimentary honey dough balls! Highly recommend coming here. Someone had nut allergies and they were very accommodating
I’ve been a long-time customer of The Hellenic Eatery, and while I still enjoy visiting, I’ve noticed some changes on my recent visits that weren’t necessarily for the better. On one occasion, the restaurant was playing non-Greek music, which took away from the authentic atmosphere. Part of the charm used to be the cultural touches — like the TV showcasing Greek places and traditions — which really reinforced the experience of “being in Greece” while dining. Unfortunately, those elements seem to be missing now. Service-wise, the staff appeared to be short-handed. Both times I visited recently, the restaurant was busy, and we experienced long waits for starters and mains. Even after asking for the bill, it took around 10 minutes for someone to bring over the card machine. In terms of food, I did notice some differences in preparation. For example, the htapodi with hummus and the tirokafteri had a lot of oil added on top. The oil sat heavily on the dishes and overpowered their flavors, which was a shame as the ingredients themselves are good quality. Also, the tables near the entrance can get uncomfortably cold at night when the door opens frequently. That being said, there are still positives. The staff remain very knowledgeable about the food, happily explaining how dishes are made and what ingredients they use. The overall atmosphere is still pleasant and welcoming — though it could be improved by bringing back some of the authentic Greek touches that made it so special before.
I am visiting from Liverpool and found this place by chance for a pre-theatre dinner. I'm now very sad it is 200 miles away from where I live because the cooking is just lovely! I had their rabbit stifado special (£19.50) and it was one of those dishes which, even as a keen cook, makes you want to hang up your pots and pans because you know you'll never be able make something that delicious. It even had kidneys and livers, and whole juniper berries. My mother-in-law had moussaka; the white sauce was velvety and creamy flavoured with lovely levels of spice. My partner had chicken spits; the chicken was tasty, with a beautiful char, and the pitta was soft, moist, and clearly homemade. The aubergine salad starter was also beautiful. Simple, fresh, tasty, and so much more than the sum of it's parts. Tiny wine list (one of each colour) but we had a bottle of white (£23) and it was delicious and all you would ever need. Service was warm and friendly, and as we didn't have time for desert, they gave us a quick free dish of dough balls, honey, and cinnamons to share quickly, which was delightful. I hope to get back there before I leave on Monday to try their beef stifado with greek pasta. If you are in the area and what something genuinely proper to eat, you would mad to miss this place.
Not often leave a review for a restaurant but I must rate this restaurant 10/10. Come to Cardiff for my race and craving for Greek cuisine. It’s really out of my expectations the dish is freshly made not precooked you definitely can taste that. The portions, the food standard and quality are definitely worth the price! They even serve free house sweet treat called Greek Donuts with cinnamon and honey on top. Honestly it’s my first time to try this kind of dessert and it’s sooooo fresh and yummy! Last but not least the staffs are so friendly and kind! I will defo come back again if I travel Cardiff. Thank you!!!
What a gem of a place. We visited for the first time yesterday as we love Greek food and we will definitely return. The welcome ,the wine , the food is all spot on. 10/10 from us
The most beautiful Greek food. Always 10/10. The service is such a warm welcome, almost makes you feel like you’re home.
Great chill place with friendly people. Highly attentive staff with a good attitude. Food was simple but good quality and well prepared. Prices are very reasonable (10-15£ each). Would definetely recommend visiting
We enjoyed this restaurant very much. Super friendly staff. My wrap was sooooo tasty, and my son loves his chicken skewers. We will definitely be visiting in the next few weeks again.
Excellent food, warm service, good prices. They made us feel welcome even though we arrived shortly before the kitchen closed. Everything you could want in a dining out experience.
Absolutely lovely experience! Lovely surroundings, great service, and superb, delicious food. Not hugely expensive either! Thanks!
The Hellenic Eatery is located at 100 Crwys Rd, Cardiff CF24 4NQ, UK
You can contact The Hellenic Eatery at +44 29 2132 1600
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