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The Best Greek Food in Rome

All the way to Rome but all you can think about is souvlaki and spanakopita? Don’t feel bad. It happens to more people than you might think.

Luckily Rome has always had a strong migration of Greek people flocking to the ancient city in search of new life. There are authentic Greek eateries all over, and no, they are not all Mediterranean/Middle Eastern fusion kitchens.

If you’re ready for fresh dakos, read on…

Grekos in Rome

If gyros are usually your go-to when faced with a Greek menu, the Grekos is where you want to be.

This quirky space is in the far north of the cit, above the Vatican and ancient town. There is little to fault about anything food wise; which is probably why Grekos is always full with Greek travelers or local immigrant families.

Grekos in Rome – by Grekos –

I must say that if I weigh up all my Greek dining experiences between Rome, Barcelona, Lisbon and even Â鶹APP, Grekos is probably my most memorable of them all. There is something undeniably authentic about every little element in this food; they even use paprika on their souvlaki which I find most eateries completely forget.

The menu is easy on your wallet, too. If you’re just dining gyros you’ll pay well under €10.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: Monday to Sunday — 12pm to 11pm

Address: Via dei Gracchi, 282, 00192 Roma RM, Italy

Metro STATION: Lepanto

Ippokrates in Rome

Anyone looking for a really great Greek seafood menu will be most satisfied at Ippokrates.

Another really authentic spot in the center that is always filled with actual Greeks; which is generally how I decide if a restaurant is worth a shot or not!

Ippokrates in Rome – by Ippokrates –

This is a pricier spot, but the portions definitely make up for it. If you come for lunch be sure to request their separate lunch menu; there are meal deals and more affordable items available on here.

This is a particularly wonderful spot to dine with children!

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: Tuesday to Sunday — 12:30pm to 3pm // 6:30pm to 12am

Address: Via Piave, 30, 00187 Roma RM, Italy

Metro STATION: Castro Pretorio

Elleniko Cucina Greca in Rome

What can I say about Elleniko Cucina Greca? Well, it’s not the formal dining experience you’ve maybe come to expect whenever you eat out in Rome. It’s more of a Greek canteen, and focus is on food & flavor, and not presentation and niceties.

You’ll eat very casually off of plastic plates, metal trays and foil wrappings. It’s like arriving at your Greek friend’s house after school and their mom is piling food in front of you before you can think twice.

Elleniko Cucina Greca in Rome – by Elleniko Cucina Greca –

It might not be the prettiest plating, but it’s all very delicious. They also do a vegan pita dish, which is a nice addition to a cuisine the typically throws yoghurt and kebab on everything.

If you like Greek beers you’ll also find them here!

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: Monday to Saturday — 12pm to 11pm

Address: Viale Aventino, 109, 00153 Roma RM, Italy

Metro STATION: Circo Massimo

Ouzerì in Rome

Ouzerì is similar to Elleniko in that you feel like you’re being served food being made by a Greek yiayia in the back, but the actual restaurant and dining experience is a lot more sophisticated.

The space has been made to reflect a Greek fishing village; it’s very transportive and a nice change of pace, especially if you’ve been eating in trattorias since you arrived in Rome.

Ouzerì in Rome – by Ouzerì –

Souvlaki lovers need look elsewhere; Ouzerì does not offer these on their menu as of yet. Focus here is on plated meats, sides, dips and desserts.

There is a live Greek band on weekends which is terribly cute. The staff all join in and dance; like I said, very transportive right to a Greek island somewhere.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: Monday to Saturday — 8:30pm to 12am

Address: Via dei Salumi, 2, 00153 Roma RM, Italy

Metro STATION: Circo Massimo

Symposion in Rome

I’ll be honest and say that Symposion isn’t my personal go-to when I crave Greek in Rome, but I know a lot of people who swear by it and won’t eat anywhere else, including actual Greeks.

I think why a lot of people like to dine at Symposion is because the menu is very authentic, traditional Greek, with a few authentic and traditional Italian dishes available as well. It’s like a well balanced fusion of the two worlds, and great for anyone who feels guilty cheating on Italian food even just for a night in Rome.

Symposion in Rome – by Symposion –

I am told the evenings when they have live music are real ragers and one should definitely call ahead to ask when this will be happening.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: Monday to Sunday — 8pm to 12:30am

Address: Piazza delle Crociate, 12, 00162 Roma RM, Italy

Metro STATION: Bologna

Mythos in Rome

I’m pretty confined that every major city in the world has at least one Greek restaurant named Mythos. Rome, without exception, has one just down the road from Symposion that we looked at previously.

Mythos is not so much a restaurant as it is a grab-and-go, sidewalk canteen for really good Greek food. It’s the epitome of casual dining, and most of the clientele are bar hoppers looking for a gyro to scoff between watering holes.

Mythos in Rome – by Mythos –

A gyro here costs just €4; another reason why you want to head over if you’re ever in need of late night dining.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

OPENING HOURS: Monday to Sunday — 11:45am to 3:45pm // 6:30pm to 12am

Address: Viale Ippocrate, 32, 00161 Roma RM, Italy

Metro STATION: Bologna