Best Cheap Eats Greek Restaurants in Los Angeles
21 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Pita Cafe
High-volume neighborhood staple for affordable kebabs, gyros, and shawarma with very reliable takeout.
Notable Picks
#1
Pita Cafe
8.5
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Family Friendly Favorites
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Pita Cafe is Westchester’s busy counter-service spot for quick plates of shawarma, kebabs, and gyros that travel well for takeout or delivery. With thousands of app ratings and steady neighborhood traffic, it’s the go-to when you want fast, filling Middle Eastern flavors without leaving the Manchester strip.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken kabob plate with hummus and rice, Beef and lamb gyro wrap, Falafel with garlic sauce
What Makes it Special: High-volume neighborhood staple for affordable kebabs, gyros, and shawarma with very reliable takeout.
#2
Calamaki
8.4
Operating from a commissary kitchen in the Arts District, Calamaki focuses on charcoal-grilled Greek skewers, rotisserie meats, and mezze built for events, pop-ups, and pick-up. The menu leans into high-quality seafood and meats cooked over live fire, giving Downtown LA one of its few truly Greek-focused options in 90021.
Must-Try Dishes:
Charcoal-grilled lamb skewers, Spanish octopus skewers with lemon and olive oil, Spanakopita with feta and greens
What Makes it Special: A Greek live-fire specialist turning skewers and rotisserie into event-ready street food.
8.4
This family-owned gem has been a Pasadena institution for over 20 years, serving authentic Armenian-Lebanese cuisine with lightning-fast service. The owner Koko personally ensures quality in every shawarma wrap and kebab plate, while locals line up for the legendary garlic sauce.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lamb Kebab Plate, Chicken Shawarma Wrap, Homemade Garlic Sauce
What Makes it Special: The garlic sauce locals dream about between visits
8.2
Kalamaki Food Truck is a Greek street-food specialist parked on S Mansfield, serving Cretan-inspired gyros, skewers, and Greek salads from a roving truck that’s been operating since 2018. Founded by Antonis Karayannakis, it focuses on olive oil–driven, feta-heavy plates that feel closer to Athens street stalls than generic gyro shops, drawing repeat locals at markets, pop-ups, and neighborhood stops across Mid-Wilshire.
Must-Try Dishes:
Beef/lamb gyro with fries, Gyros salad, Pork kalamaki skewers
What Makes it Special: Cretan-run Greek street food truck turning out gyros and skewers with house-focused olive oil and feta.
#5
Dama Grill
8.1
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Family Friendly Favorites
Outdoor Dining Oasis
Counter-service Syrian spot on Venice Blvd that spit-roasts shawarma in-house and rolls it in fresh saj bread with garlic sauce and pomegranate molasses—the combination that built its following. Draws families and post-workout crowds to a lively patio where the wraps and kabobs move fast at prices that keep regulars coming back multiple times a week.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken Shawarma Wrap, Beef Shawarma Wrap, Chicken Kabob
What Makes it Special: Counter-service Syrian spot spit-roasting shawarma and rolling it in fresh saj bread with garlic sauce and pomegranate molasses — the combination that made it go viral.
#6
Pita Pockets
8
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Family Friendly Favorites
Outdoor Dining Oasis
A Northridge counter spot built around its laffa — charred, pliable, and stuffed heavy enough to work as a full meal for under ten dollars. The format is pure strip-mall efficiency: order at the counter, grab a table inside or on the patio, and let the grill line do what it does. With 84% of its 641 Google reviews at five stars, the kitchen holds a tight, repeatable standard across a short Mediterranean menu that rewards regulars who already know what they want.
Must-Try Dishes:
Laffa, Gyro, Falafel
What Makes it Special: A no-frills Northridge counter spot where the laffa — soft, charred, and stuffed to order — outsells everything else on the menu by nearly two to one.
Worthy Picks
7.9
A high-volume shawarma counter where one dish dominates the menu for good reason—the spit-carved meat moves fast enough to stay fresh through the lunch rush, and the price point keeps CSUN students and Northridge regulars rotating through daily. The format is order-at-the-counter with a back parking lot that makes weeknight runs painless, though peak hours near campus can stack up.
Must-Try Dishes:
Shawarma, Lamb Gyro, Tabouli
What Makes it Special: High-volume Middle Eastern counter service where the shawarma outsells everything else by a wide margin, backed by a loyal Northridge following
#8
Halal House
7.9
A high-volume halal counter near CSUN that built its reputation on oversized chicken sandwiches and reliably executed falafel at student-friendly prices. The draw is portion-to-price ratio—big platters, fast turnaround, and enough repeat regulars to keep the line moving through late-night hours. Functional strip-mall setup where the food does all the talking.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken Sandwich, Falafel, Gyro Burger
What Makes it Special: High-volume halal counter serving oversized chicken sandwiches and falafel that pack CSUN students in daily
7.9
My Falafel On Sunset is a delivery-focused virtual kitchen that leans into Greek and Mediterranean comfort with an emphasis on halal falafel, shawarma plates, and build-your-own combos. Portions are generous for the price, making it a go-to option when you want reliable falafel and salads without leaving home.
Must-Try Dishes:
Falafel plate, Chicken shawarma plate, Mediterranean burrito
What Makes it Special: A halal, delivery-first Greek-Mediterranean falafel shop with big portions.
#10
CAVA
7.8
This fast-casual Mediterranean chain delivers customizable bowls and pitas with fresh ingredients and bold flavors at accessible prices. The build-your-own format lets diners mix proteins, dips, and toppings for healthy, quick meals perfect for beach-day fuel.
Must-Try Dishes:
Harissa Avocado Bowl, Spicy Lamb Pita, Greens + Grains Bowl
What Makes it Special: Mediterranean Chipotle with unlimited toppings
7.8
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Family Friendly Favorites
Quick Bites Champions
Hidden Gems Heaven
Family-run neighborhood spot serving generous portions of traditional Greek comfort food including gyros, souvlaki, and fresh salads. The blue-and-white decorated space offers authentic homestyle cooking with friendly service from owner Sam.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lamb Gyro, Chicken Souvlaki Plate, Greek Salad with Feta
What Makes it Special: Authentic Greek home cooking with exceptionally generous portions and warm hospitality
#12
Nick The Greek
7.8
Fast-casual Greek concept opened in 2023 by locally-operated owners Aristos and Evegenia Mantas, bringing fresh-made-to-order gyros and bowls to Belmont Shore. The counter-service model emphasizes speed and value with generous portions, authentic flavors, and late-night hours on weekends.
Must-Try Dishes:
Beef/Lamb Gyro Pita, Mediterranean Bowl, Nick's Fries with Feta
What Makes it Special: Fresh ingredients made-to-order with catering options and Greek frozen yogurt
#13
Pita Café
7.8
A fast-casual Mediterranean counter built around a garlic sauce that draws its own following and a lamb gyro that dominates the order board. It runs the lunch-rush playbook well—tight menu, quick turnaround, portions that stretch a modest tab. The La Cienega storefront is purely functional, so come for the street-food execution, not the setting.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lamb Gyro, Chicken Kabob, Shawarma
What Makes it Special: Fast-casual Mediterranean counter where the garlic sauce has its own fan base and the lamb gyro outsells everything on the board.
7.8
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Comfort Food Classics
Hidden Gems Heaven
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Saffron Food Mart is a Persian market on PCH with a back counter serving daily Mediterranean and Middle Eastern plates. Shoppers and nearby workers drop in for stews, kabobs, and salads that feel homemade, then pick up breads, pastries, and pantry items on the way out. The setting is utilitarian, but the flavors and prices punch above what you’d expect from a grocery counter.
Must-Try Dishes:
Greek Salad, Chicken Kabob Plate, Lamb Shank Stew
What Makes it Special: Persian market with a full hot line of Mediterranean comfort plates.
7.8
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Hidden Gems Heaven
Quick Bites Champions
Family Friendly Favorites
A dedicated Egyptian kitchen on the Westside that anchors its menu around dishes you won't find at the usual Mediterranean counter—koshari, kofta, and proper Egyptian-style falafel alongside familiar shawarma and kebab plates. The pricing runs low enough to order broadly, which is the right move when exploring a menu this specific. It fills the role of a reliable, no-fuss neighborhood spot where the food does the work and the bill stays light.
Must-Try Dishes:
Kabob, Hummus, Falafel
What Makes it Special: One of few dedicated Egyptian kitchens on the Westside, turning out classics like koshari and kofta alongside the expected kebabs and shawarma
#16
York Kabob
7.8
Tucked into a neighborhood strip, York Kabob delivers affordable, flavorful Mediterranean and Greek plates with standout kabobs and wraps. It's a beloved counter-service spot for generous portions, quick turnaround, and a casual vibe.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken Kabob Plate, Gyro Wrap, Falafel Plate
What Makes it Special: Neighborhood favorite for fast, reliable Mediterranean at low prices.
#17
Ela Greek Eats
7.7
Fast-casual counter for gyros, bowls, and salads near the beach with efficient pickup and portions sized for everyday lunches. Locals use it as a reliable, healthier takeout option along the Lincoln corridor.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lamb gyro, Chicken souvlaki bowl, Greek salad with feta
What Makes it Special: Streamlined Greek bowls and gyros built fast with bright flavors.
#18
Killer Kabab
7.7
Killer Kabab slings quick, flavorful Mediterranean and Greek classics from a counter inside a low-key West LA strip mall. Locals rave about the generous portions and focus on simple, boldly seasoned street food, with gyros and kababs as standouts.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken Kabab Plate, Lamb Gyro Wrap, Falafel Plate
What Makes it Special: Families run this spot with an affordable, homey touch.
#19
Nick The Greek
7.7
This authentic Greek street food spot serves vertical rotisserie gyros, souvlaki skewers, and loukoumades (Greek beignets) with honey. The casual counter-service format with outdoor seating makes it ideal for quick, satisfying Greek classics without breaking the bank.
Must-Try Dishes:
Beef/Lamb Gyro Pita, Greek Fries, Loukoumades with Honey
What Makes it Special: Authentic Greek street food at wallet-friendly prices
Operating out of the same Sunset address as several virtual concepts, Pita Mediterranean Bowls & Brochette focuses on build-your-own bowls, wraps, and burritos built around kabobs, shawarma, and falafel. The format is fast and customizable, aimed at takeout and delivery rather than dine-in ambiance. It’s a solid option when you want a quick, relatively lighter Mediterranean meal.
Must-Try Dishes:
Falafel Burrito, Chicken Kabob Bowl, Shawarma Mixed Burrito
What Makes it Special: Virtual-kitchen–style bowls and burritos with Mediterranean proteins and toppings.
7.5
Myleigh's Lettuce and Stuff is a Greek-leaning Mediterranean concept built around customizable bowls, wraps, and falafel burritos with plenty of salad-forward options. It appeals to diners who want something fresher than typical late-night strip fare while still keeping things casual and delivery-friendly.
Must-Try Dishes:
Build a Bowl, Veggie Falafel Sandwich, Falafel Burrito
What Makes it Special: Customizeable Greek-inspired bowls and wraps with a lighter, salad-driven feel.