Diagonios 1977

A very lean restaurant we found in the center of Thessaloniki. The service starts at 12:30 and there is a line as soon as it opens. If you go early on weekends there will be less line. Excellent meatballs and large portions. Order 2 plates of meatballs for 4 people

Excellent meatballs and pork gyros. Fast service and everything tasted delicious. Would certainly come back again.

Great options if you want Greek dishes that are meat based. The gyros was very tasty and perfectly grilled. The eggplant and tzatziki dips were also very tasty. The restaurant also has a very nice, heated outdoor area.

Excellent food from tzatziki to egg plant salad, greek salad and meat - except bread that was too dry and tasteless. Try the local specialties - gyros and soutzoukia. I would definitely go back!

We had the beef meatballs and Greek salad — absolutely delicious! The meatballs easily rank among the top 3 I’ve ever had in my life. The flavor of the meat and the way it was cooked were simply perfect. The portion was generous and very satisfying. Service and hospitality were top-notch. They charge for bread and water, but offer a complimentary dessert at the end. A must-visit spot if you’re in Thessaloniki — with an authentic and historic atmosphere that adds to the experience!

Portions are large and prices are reasonable considering the size of the portions. Veal liver is tasty and juicy; however, veins of the liver were not cleaned properly in my second visit. Grilled meatball is good as well. Green salad is below average and tomatoes in the salad is of very poor quality.

The first time we came, everything was perfect delicious meat, generous portions, and kind service. We were even offered dessert on the house. We were just surprised to be charged for bread we didn’t order or eat. We came back a few days later, refused the bread politely, and it was removed. But this time, the steaks were less cooked, portions were smaller, no dessert, and we were still charged for the bread even though it wasn’t on the table at all. Good food, but service lacks consistency and the bread charge feels unfair.

I can honestly say this was the best meatball I’ve ever had. The staff were also incredibly friendly and attentive. The complimentary dessert at the end was a thoughtful and lovely touch. If you ever find yourself in Thessaloniki, I highly recommend trying the meatballs here.