Best Greek Restaurants in San Francisco
25 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Demitri’s Taverna
Shareable Greek plates and patio seating make group dining easy.
Notable Picks
8.6
Greek taverna with shareable mezze, grilled meats, and a heated patio that suits multi-generation dinners. Staff are adept at splitting courses and timing plates so families can graze without chaos.
Must-Try Dishes:
Flaming Saganaki, Lamb Chops, Gyro Plate
What Makes it Special: Shareable Greek plates and patio seating make group dining easy.
#2
Elia
8.5
Modern Greek restaurant delivers authentic Mediterranean flavors in an upscale setting with live music on select nights. The grilled octopus and moussaka draw consistent praise, while the lively atmosphere makes it popular for celebrations and late-night weekend dining until midnight.
Must-Try Dishes:
Grilled Spanish Octopus, Moussaka, Lamb Chops
What Makes it Special: Upscale Greek with live music creating island atmosphere
8.5
A Jackson Square power room (since 1998) where the charcoal grill turns out a dry-aged rib-eye alongside Greek lunch classics. It’s a polished, reservation-friendly setting when a premium steak fits the agenda.
Must-Try Dishes:
Charcoal-Grilled Dry-Aged Rib-Eye, Arnísia Païdákia (Lamb Chops), Kokkari Potatoes
What Makes it Special: Steakhouse-level grill work in a refined Greek dining room.
8.4
Downtown Greek-Turkish menu—manti, souvlaki, and crisp meze—served in a polished Union Square dining room. Efficient pacing makes it a smart choice for business lunches and pre-theater dinners.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lamb chops, Chicken souvlaki, Manti (Turkish dumplings)
What Makes it Special: Greek favorites alongside Turkish staples like manti downtown.
8.3
Mediterranean standby with GF-marked mezze and grills, plus a patio for al fresco spreads. Consistent execution on kebabs and veggies keeps it in rotation for gluten-free date nights and small celebrations.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lamb Chops (GF), Stuffed Peppers, Grilled Halloumi
What Makes it Special: Mediterranean menu with clearly labeled GF sides and mains.
#6
NOVY
8.3
Vibes:
Date Night Magic
Group Dining Gatherings
Family Friendly Favorites
Business Lunch Power Players
Family-run Greek restaurant with polished service, a full bar, and a menu spanning souvlaki to moussaka. It’s a reliable Noe Valley choice for date-night Greek classics without formality.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken Souvlaki Plate, Moussaka, Avgolemono Soup
What Makes it Special: Family-owned Greek cooking with a neighborhood-polished dining room.
8.3
Fast-casual Greek with rotisserie meats, crisp salads, and frozen Greek yogurt served on a sunny Dogpatch corner with sidewalk seating. Locals use it for quick, satisfying meals before Chase Center events or waterfront walks.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lamb Salad with Greek Fries, Chicken Pita with Spicy Harissa, Frozen Greek Yogurt (baklava topping)
What Makes it Special: Greek fast-casual done with premium ingredients and a breezy corner patio.
8.3
Modern Greek spot known for spit-roasted meats, crisp salads, and Greek fries, with a lively sidewalk patio on Hayes Street. Locals use it for easy al fresco lunches and casual dinners that travel well to nearby Patricia’s Green.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lamb pita with harissa yogurt, Chicken kale salad with feta, Greek fries with Mizithra
What Makes it Special: Spit-roasted Greek classics with dependable patio seating on Hayes.
#9
Elia
8.2
Vibes:
Trendy Table Hotspots
Birthday & Celebration Central
Girls Night Out Approved
Date Night Magic
Modern Greek with a glam dining room, DJ nights, and tableside flair. Seafood and shareable Aegean plates keep it lively for celebrations and dressed-up nights out.
Must-Try Dishes:
Saganaki (Flaming Cheese), Grilled Lamb Chops, Fresh Fish of the Day
What Makes it Special: High-energy Greek plates with music-driven nightlife touches.
#10
Milos Meze
8.2
Greek meze spot focused on shareable plates—think grilled octopus, souvlaki, and dips—served in a lively Marina setting. Limited patio seating extends the convivial, taverna feel outdoors.
Must-Try Dishes:
Grilled octopus, Lamb souvlaki, Saganaki with lemon
What Makes it Special: Shareable Greek meze and seafood with a convivial patio energy.
#11
Souvla
8.2
Counter-service Greek with lemon-parsley fries showered in mizithra. Fast, consistent, and easy to pair with spit-roasted meats or a salad for a lighter combo.
Must-Try Dishes:
Greek Fries with Mizithra, Chicken Pita + Fries, Harissa Yogurt Dip
What Makes it Special: Greek fries brightened with lemon, olive oil, and mizithra.
#12
Souvla (Mission)
8.1
Fast-moving Greek spot for spit-roasted meats in pita or salad, Greek fries, and an all-Greek wine list. The Mission outpost (since 2017) is ideal for casual lunches or low-key dinners with reliable counter service.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lamb pita, Chicken salad, Frozen Greek yogurt
What Makes it Special: Rotisserie-driven Greek bowls and pitas with an all-Greek beverage list.
#13
Souvla (Marina)
8
Greek fast-casual known for spit-roasted meats, crisp salads, and frozen Greek yogurt. Sidewalk tables on Chestnut make it an easy al fresco stop for quick lunches or casual dinners.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lamb salad with warm pita, Greek fries with feta & oregano, Frozen Greek yogurt with honey
What Makes it Special: Rotisserie-driven Greek plates served fast with dependable patio seating.
#14
The Bite
8
A fast-casual Mediterranean counter on Mission Street that punches above its price point with organic beef gyros and fresh-grilled proteins—the kind of place where the ingredient quality doesn't match the budget price tag, in a good way. SoMa lunch crowds and late-night regulars keep it busy because the format is dialed: order at the counter, grab your food fast, and the portions justify the trip. Expect a functional takeout-forward space, not a sit-down scene—this one earns its repeat visits on the strength of the grill, not the decor.
Must-Try Dishes:
Beef Gyro, Chicken Gyro, Salmon Bowl
What Makes it Special: Fast-casual Mediterranean spot on Mission Street using organic beef and fresh-grilled proteins at budget-friendly prices
Worthy Picks
#15
Ayola
7.9
Downtown counter-service Greek spot turning out gyros, crisp falafel, and hearty salads fast. Portions travel well for office lunches near SFMOMA, with efficient service during the weekday rush.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken gyro pita, Falafel bowl, Greek salad with feta
What Makes it Special: Greek staples made fast with generous, commuter-friendly portions.
#16
Gyros On Wheels
7.9
Greek street food from a Mission Bay–parked truck turning out juicy gyro pitas, crisp fries, and a few mezze standards. Lines move quickly at SPARK Social, making it an easy pre-game or sunshine lunch stop with genuinely fresh prep.
Must-Try Dishes:
Gyro Sandwich (lamb & beef), Falafel Plate, Baklava
What Makes it Special: Straight-up Greek gyros made fast at SPARK Social’s food truck park.
7.9
Vibes:
Outdoor Dining Oasis
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Family Friendly Favorites
Counter-service Mediterranean spot for gyros, kebabs, and mezze with sidewalk tables on busy Columbus. Quick, affordable plates and house-made sauces make it an easy al fresco choice steps from Washington Square.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lamb-Beef Gyro Wrap, Mixed Grill Plate (kebab trio), Baklava
What Makes it Special: House-made sauces and halal kebabs served fast at sidewalk tables.
#18
Park Gyros
7.8
Neighborhood counter turning out gyros and Greek-style loaded fries with feta and herbs. A reliable, affordable stop a block from the park when you want hefty portions and speed.
Must-Try Dishes:
Greek Fries (feta, herbs), Gyro plate with fries, Chicken shawarma wrap + side fries
What Makes it Special: Feta-topped Greek fries that eat like a meal for under $15.
7.8
Cow Hollow spot serving Middle Eastern–leaning Mediterranean kebabs, wraps, and seafood with casual sidewalk seating. A practical neighborhood choice for mixed grills and hearty plates outdoors.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mixed grill kebab plate, Chicken shawarma wrap, Hummus with warm pita
What Makes it Special: Neighborhood kebab house with straightforward plates and sidewalk tables.
#20
Roaming Goat
7.8
Wine-first Mediterranean bar with Greek touches—dips, halloumi, lamb skewers—alongside Armenian/Georgian wines. A lively room built for sharing and conversation.
Must-Try Dishes:
Halloumi with Herbs, Lamb Skewers, Dip Sampler with Pita
What Makes it Special: Mediterranean wine bar energy with Greek-leaning shareables.
#21
Aegean Delights
7.7
Compact Castro sweets shop focused on Greek and Turkish desserts, coffee, and gifts. It’s a quick-stop destination for baklava, kataifi, and strong Greek/Turkish coffee before or after a neighborhood stroll.
Must-Try Dishes:
Baklava (varieties), Kataifi, Greek/Turkish coffee
What Makes it Special: Dedicated Greek/Turkish sweets counter with strong coffee service.
#22
Gyro King
7.7
Long-running Civic Center counter spot turning out shawarma, gyros, and falafel with a few outdoor seats. It’s a quick, affordable Mediterranean fix steps from City Hall and transit.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lamb gyro wrap, Chicken shawarma plate, Falafel with tahini
What Makes it Special: Affordable shawarma and gyros with handy outdoor seats by the plaza.
#23
Sababa
7.7
A made-to-order falafel counter tuned for the Financial District lunch rush—walk in, build a bowl or wrap, and get back to your desk without denting your wallet. The format rewards solo efficiency over group dining, and the straightforward Middle Eastern lineup keeps the kitchen focused on a narrow set of staples rather than stretching across a broad menu.
Must-Try Dishes:
Falafel, Hummus, Pita
What Makes it Special: Fast-casual Middle Eastern counter serving made-to-order falafel and bowls in the Financial District
#24
SF Kebab
7.7
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Outdoor Dining Oasis
Family Friendly Favorites
Counter-service Mediterranean at UCSF Mission Bay with shawarma, kebabs, and falafel plus an outdoor terrace. Fast lines and modest pricing make it a go-to pre-game or hospital-campus bite.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken shawarma plate, Lamb kebab wrap, Falafel with hummus
What Makes it Special: Halal-friendly shawarma and kebabs with ample outdoor seating.
#25
Pita Gyros
7.6
Vibes:
Outdoor Dining Oasis
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Greek street-food stand at The Crossing serving gyros, souvlaki, and dolmas with plentiful outdoor seating. A quick, filling option for workers and residents around the East Cut.
Must-Try Dishes:
Gyro wrap, Chicken souvlaki plate, Dolmas
What Makes it Special: Casual Greek street food with ample outdoor tables.