My Greek Kitchen

Greek restaurant · Costa Mesa

My Greek Kitchen

Greek restaurant · Costa Mesa

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204 E 17th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

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Juicy chicken souvlaki, tender lamb chops, fresh salads, hummus  

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204 E 17th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627 Get directions

mygreekitchen.com
@mygreekitchencm

$10–20 · Menu

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204 E 17th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627 Get directions

+1 949 722 3911
mygreekitchen.com
@mygreekitchencm

$10–20 · Menu

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My Greek Kitchen Serves Orange County’s Best Greek Food From Strip Mall - Eater LA

"My Greek Kitchen is a Greek restaurant located in Costa Mesa, California. Despite its location behind gas pumps with minimal signage, it boasts a charm and service level akin to a full-service restaurant. Owner Tasos Lilis, a seasoned restaurateur, engages warmly with customers and shares recipes. The restaurant focuses on Greek flavors, with popular dishes including chicken kabob plates and pastichio. It operates mainly as a takeout venue, handling large orders efficiently, and is known for its quality ingredients and generous portions. Lilis has built a loyal customer base, contributing to the restaurant's annual sales of approximately $2 million. The establishment is open daily, offering lunch through dinner, and is run by a team including Lilis's family members." - Anne Marie Panoringan

https://la.eater.com/2023/3/27/23648504/my-greek-kitchen-costa-mesa-orange-county-restaurant-feature-photos-inside
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David Fock

Google
We had an amazing experience at this Greek restaurant! The service was attentive from start to finish, with our server explaining the menu and offering helpful suggestions. The food was beyond delicious—the grilled lamb was perfectly seasoned, and the tzatziki had the ideal balance of creamy and tangy. The ambiance was cozy yet elegant, with rustic touches that created a welcoming and authentic Greek atmosphere. This is a fantastic spot for a relaxed meal with friends or a special dinner with loved ones. Can't wait to return!

Debra Pagliassotti

Google
I enjoy My Greek kitchen! Always get the lemon chicken with rice soup, their lentil soup is good too. My son eats the gyro fries, and says they're very good. Their barbecued chicken special is very nice. PS do not expect "bbq sauce" the chicken is Greek style.

Paul

Google
As someone born and raised in Astoria, Queens the epicenter of Greek culture on the East Coast I hold Greek food to the highest standard. That said, I was absolutely blown away by My Greek Kitchen. From the moment I walked in, the service was warm, attentive, and genuine exactly what you’d expect from a true Greek family run spot. The menu is extensive and packed with classics, but everything I tried stood out for its authenticity and flavor. The chicken souvlaki was perfectly grilled juicy, tender, and seasoned just right. The salads, especially the Greek salad and chopped chicken salad, were fresh, vibrant, and generous in portion. You can tell the ingredients are top quality, and the flavors brought me straight back to the tavernas in Greece. Their spreads, sides, and sweets like baklava and Greek yogurt with walnuts also hit all the right notes. If you’re craving real Greek food and find yourself out West, this place is the truth. Authentic, delicious, and run by people who care.

Noah Paniagua

Google
Absolutely incredible catering experience! We ordered Greek food for a group of 70 people, and it was a massive hit—every single dish was devoured! Not a single bite was left over, which speaks volumes about how delicious everything was. The flavors were authentic, fresh, and perfectly seasoned, leaving all of our guests raving about the meal. The portion sizes were spot on—generous, satisfying, and beautifully presented. Not only was the food amazing, but the service was top-notch as well. They took care of everything, including seamless delivery, making the entire process completely stress-free. They even handed out business cards, and so many of our guests wanted to know where to order from next! If you need catering for your next event, do not hesitate—hire them! Amazing food, excellent service, and an all-around fantastic experience. We will absolutely be ordering again!

marisa rendon

Google
It’s kind of ridiculous how good the food is. I wanted some good food on the way home from the beach so I stopped here and it was the best decision I’ve made in a while. The chicken lemon bbq plate was literally the best food I’ve had in a while. When I say I tore that plate up…. The chicken stood no chance. The plate was empty. The potatoes it came with were so soft. The butter sauce is…. Can you tell I’m in love hahah. The salad was so bomb. They take their feta seriously. The dressing was amazing. 10/10 y’all

Angeles Place Productions llc. (Fetty S.)

Google
Its really really good food for good price! The service is great! the Manager and Servers are super Nice and helpful. The spinach pastry is delicious. And The meatballs ! Kaefte / Kofte ! It is the most delicious, juicy and flavorful Meatball in the entire Socal and portions are gargantuan! we have tried hundreds of restaurants before to be referenced with my review.

Remi Attia

Google
Best greek food for catering! We ordered catering for our rehearsal dinner and the food was absolutely delicious, arrived piping hot and was fresh and homemade. The portions were generous and great for a party of 70+ people!

Juliette

Google
Amazing food and customer service! I have gotten the chicken kabob plate twice. The dinner for two chicken with pilaf, Greek salad and pita is amazing!! Use their app to order if you want to have it delivered. One of my new obsessions right now is MY GREEK KITCHEN
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Rhonda D.

Yelp
Amazing fresh food! always amazing here fresh veggies, moist meats and friendly staff #1 choice vs any fast food , the best Greek chicken salad, portions are shareable and delicious

John G.

Yelp
Ordered the chicken gyro fries. Super disappointed. Paid $18+ tax for literally fries with chicken. I was thinking they wild be hooked up with sauces and what not. This a kids meal. Guess we have been spoiled by ikram grill.
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Arolyn B.

Yelp
What a delightful surprise. Im doing KETO. Its so hard and not fun but this place made my day. I was craving lamb. They have lamb chops. Meals look great but too much for me and i cant have rice. I was not only able to order 2 ala carte but they came with grilled onions amd peppers!!! I was thrilled. Just the right amount and perfectly cooked. Could use a dash more seasoning but otherwise PERFECTION! So excited im moving closer soon! Yummy!
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Paul S.

Yelp
I've driven past this place frequently and never noticed this great restaurant before. In fact, the day of discovery was motivated by two equally important actions: First, eat something before the long drive to Pasadena (I was initially aiming for the next door 7-Eleven, and to get off 17th Street and cut through the neighborhood. The Gyro lunch special sign in the window didn't hurt either as I made a split-second decision to change course. Inside, it's smallish, a few tables as well as a few outside. A nice girl helped me dial in my order. My first question was, what kind of onions come on it? When she said red onions, I was excited, I only like red onions raw. Then, I asked for light tomatoes, assuming they'd be diced like most other establishments. Wrong! They're grilled and thus more better. I was quoted up to a ten-minute wait, but I had barely grabbed napkins and put a lid on my drink when they called my name. It was hot outside and warm inside, so I chose to sit indoors. I was impressed by how hot the fries were and how crispy they were, too. The Tzasiki sauce was a generous portion, and a fork was also included. The Gyro was wrapped in foil, and I didn't realize how generously packed it was until I realized there was no way I could eat it initially until I whittled the contents down with the fork. Off to a great start! Basically, it was scrumptious, shaved off the rotisserie and flavorful. The sauce is very fresh and full of cucumber. They also sell 4oz. sides in case you want more. I couldn't eat all the fries either. Anyhow, this was the first of many planned trips. Their other dishes, kabobs, and sides look amazing too. I'd suggest splitting the special and get a second Gyro because that's a lot of fries.
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Korina S.

Yelp
Called in a large order for take out and food was ready in 15 minutes. Parking was easy and pick up service was prompt. Large portions and made well. Gyros was tender not dry. Chicken gyro fries order was gigantic! Serves a group! Fries were crispy. Sauces fresh and amazing. Everything was made well. Family inhaled food. Definitely recommend!

Marissa W.

Yelp
Delicious and authentic. Portions are huge and priced right. Hard to find location but worth the hunt. Truly a special place!
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Danielle P.

Yelp
Don't let the size of this place fool you! We were a little skeptical when we drove up to this place as it's in a very unassuming shopping center with a gas station/7-11. We debated leaving, but we let Yelp and the reviews be our guide since we were already there. It was phenomenal! We were greeted right away when we walked in. I noticed a ton of to-go orders on their counter, so they appeared to be very popular! They weren't very busy when we first got there, but they got busier while we were there, with a line out the door. The staff is very friendly and helpful. There are a couple of tables and chairs inside for dining in. There's a table or two outside as well. We each ordered our own plates but the portions are large enough we probably could have shared. The plates come with Greek salad, rice, roasted tomatoes and roasted potatoes, pita, tzatziki and hummus. I opted for the chicken gyro plate and it was delicious. Everyone else got chicken kabob plates and were raving over them. The chicken was so tender and flavorful. The salad was super fresh and the feta was unbelievable--probably some of the best feta I've ever had. The dressing was amazing as well. I wish my plate came with more roasted potatoes because those were cooked and seasoned perfectly. This is a great Mediterranean food spot to check out! I honestly wouldn't mind coming back here again!
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Kevin B.

Yelp
Damn, I love the Lamb Chop plates and Gyros here. Food is cheap and much more flavorful. My girl recommended this place to us. Since she live nearby much closer to me. Nice people here , and the manager is cool. Always a pleasure here.
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Georgiann E.

Yelp
Very traditional tasting greek food. Fresh, tasty and delicious. Don't miss this hidden gem. Next to 7-11 tucked in back. Got the gyro plate comes with greek salad, rice, lemon potatoes, humus, tzatziki and pita. Chicken skewers were yummy, juicy and hot, also the lamb chops were cooked to perfection. Tasty !
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Ana W.

Yelp
We love this place the food is amazing and the staff super friendly it doesn't have much ambience but is so worth it. This is a relaxed layback environment. The portions are huge and the prices are reasonable. We highly recommend this place. Is so yummy
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Derren M.

Yelp
Literally standing there waiting to order and another lady walks in the door. The cashier greets her and asked for her order. I tell here Im next I've been waiting. No greeting And cashier seemed incompetent. She asked a coworker for help on using my greek kitchen gift card. And she also has zero customer service skills.
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George M.

Yelp
The food was amazing. I highly recommend my Greek kitchen for the best Greek food in Orange County. The spanakopita and tiropita we're both excellent. I also had a chicken and steak souvlaki and both were fantastic. Everything I tried was amazing.
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Adele S.

Yelp
This is always the best place to go for delicious lunch or dinner. They never fail. It's very tasty fresh ingredients the best fries ever.
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Danny M.

Yelp
Place is good but a bit overpriced. They don't use all natural meats unfortunately. Equivalent of going to Ralph's probably. The price is a bit expensive but it's thrown together really well. Food tastes good though.
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Audrey B.

Yelp
The food here is amazing and the portions are huge! I love the chicken kabob plate and they never mess up my order. Definitely will keep going back!
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Susan M.

Yelp
Saw that someone I went to school with wrote a good review for this place so I decided to check it out yesterday for late lunch. I ordered the avgolemono soup and the vege plate. The soup was soooo good but I did not enjoy my vege plate at all. I am definitely going to give this place another try next time and order probably the chicken plate or maybe a bowl? I think the vege plate had too much going on with deep fried items that did not make my stomach happy.

Karla A.

Yelp
This was my first time bere, this is a busy place. They get a lot of orders. I ordered the Gyro and fries combo. They gave ne a lot of fries, but they were just blah, bo flavor, I asked for ranch dressing soI could eat the fries,but they don't have Ranch. Gyro was ok, meat wasn't really flavorful. However it was greasy so that is good. The Tatzitki sauce was delicious. O really, I don't thinkI am coming back. But people seen to enjoy it, I wanted to lovergos place, but felt short.
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Brenda R.

Yelp
Delicious food with home made taste. The only downside of this place is that you have to order ahead of time. So if you are in a hurry you will have to wait for 15 - 20 min at least
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Chase H.

Yelp
The saltiness was so disgusting it ruined everything. From the gyro chicken to the rice to the soup to the hummus everything was so hideously salty that my lips, mouth, and throat burned long after I eating leaving me heart palpitations & stomach ache. Why ruin your food!?
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Cindy O.

Yelp
Great find for Greek Food. Small place but plenty of tables to dine in. Ample parking but it was difficult to find this restaurant. It's close to a gas station with a liquor store next store (strip mall). GPS sent us to a large office building next door in the back! Definitely a great local take out place. Orders to be picked up kept coming and going with lots of people in and out. Appeared to be very efficient. Service was excellent and our food came out fresh and quicker than expected. Food - we ordered one chicken gyro pita wrap and one traditional (beef & lamb). Came with chucky tzikik! Excellent and so yummy! We also ordered their spicy Feta dip with warm pitas! Really had a great kick! We dined in. We don't live in Cost Mesa, if we did we would be doing take out all the time here! Definitely plan to visit again next trip to Costa Mesa.

Maddy S.

Yelp
Great local place for Greek food! We are obsessed with the hummas. We get take out here at least once a month. They are quick and easy! :)
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Christine P.

Yelp
We catered our Christmas Eve dinner with My Greek Kitchen and it was perfect! They accommodated special requests without any hassle whatsoever. The food was delicious and everything was ready on time! We eat here regularly and recommend for lunch, dinner and catering!
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Destiny H.

Yelp
Hands down, some of the best Mediterranean food I've ever had. Been here a few times now and the food is always consistently amazing. I ordered the Chicken kebab plate and shared it with a co-worker and she's now obsessed! Honestly, don't let the location of the restaurant impact your decision on whether to check this place out or not. You need to come in and try it for yourself. It's truly the definition of a HIDDEN GEM! I'm not gate keeping this place either, I'll be telling all my friends and family.
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Christina D.

Yelp
We've ordered from here several times and each time we love it even more! Everything we've tried has been 10/10! The chicken is always moist and flavorful, the veggies cooked perfectly, the salads are delicious, and the HUMMUS is amazing! Highly recommend giving My Greek Kitchen a try! So good!
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Carol M.

Yelp
Best tzatziki sauce I've ever had! Had a chicken kabob rice bowl. Super moist & yummy chicken. They give you a nice sized side of humus and soft pita as well. So glad we found this spot!!
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Lynnann W.

Yelp
We were looking for someplace new and he was craving eggplant moussaka. This place promised it and more. Plenty of parking in a small strip mall behind gas station. Just follow all the other people. We ordered in person (they patiently and expertly answered all my questions) and during the brief wait there was a constant line of traffic. Clearly this place was popular! Having never eaten Greek food I was in for huge surprise. Unbelievably delicious. The meat was so tender, juicy, and tasty. Best kabob I've ever had anywhere. The plates come with all the extras, mine had 4 full kabobs and it was easily two meals worth of food. Overall, we loved it and look forward to introducing it to my family!
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Kristen N.

Yelp
Cute and clean grab and go spot! Everything was made to order but it takes a little extra time if your waiting. Yum. Loved that i can get asian and greek right next door to each other! And the food was hot and delicious!

Linda H.

Yelp
Best Greek food I have ever had the pleasure of eating. Their beans are out of this world, and some thing I have never experienced. Just incredible.
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Allie P.

Yelp
Came here with a couple friends for a quick dinner. Didn't take long for us to receive our food after ordering up front. Might have been because we were the only ones there at the time. Will have to come back to try their dolmades and gyro wrap! Their chicken, beef, and lamb are flavorful and tender. The portion for the Gyro Plate is hearty for one person - come hungry! It comes w/ a side salad, hummus, and tzatziki and pita. I definitely need to come back. Service was also great. I bought a drink from the fridge area and they washed the top of the can for me. Easy parking up front.
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Niki C.

Yelp
Really great food, and a lot of it too! I got gyro combo which comes with fries or salad, and a drink. The gyro was so big full of meat I had to dig out half the meat first to wrap the rest. My brother had to do the same, and other people too. Even done so, could not start on the salad and took it home. The baklava was huge (3 of us made it to go and shared one) and they used real cinamon! You can tell by the curls. The wedding cookies were also big and scrumptuous (tho I liked baklava better) too.
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Kay M.

Yelp
Not sure why I'm reviewing MGK again but I'm on a Yelp tear at the moment so why not. Tasos and family run a tight ship and the consistency and quality of the food has never taken a back seat. Sure, prices have gone up but that's the case everywhere. You've got tons of restaurants jacking up prices but also reducing portion size and using lesser ingredients. Not the case here. Quality is a perfect 10 and for that, they get respect. Some new items on the menu (spicy meatballs with peas) and the traditional delicious salads, souvlaki, pastries, soups, you name it - are weekly staples for us. MGK is simply delicious, you can taste the quality in their ingredients, and the portions are generous. Don't miss Orange County's best Greek food bar none.

Ginnie N.

Yelp
My lentil soup was extremely salty! We have been coming here for years but noticed the quality has not been the same. Hopefully staff gets talked to about making the food taste better and not add so much salt.

Jacque B.

Yelp
They treated me and my Autisic Son like a inconvienance and instead of assisting me out the door and helping me pack my food when my child was screaming and running around, the owner jumped in my face very agressively threatened to call the cops while my 6 yr old was flailing from my arms. Very disappointed in humanity.
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Sana S.

Yelp
Greek Food here is out of this world. Best food I ever had. Portions are great. Quality is amazing and great service.
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Mary Y.

Yelp
The restaurant contacted me immediately with apologies and offered me a replacement dinner which I will happily and gratefully accept. As I stated previously, my food there has always been delicious and I look forward to another meal soon
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Stacy D.

Yelp
This place is legit and the bomb! So glad we finally got around to try this on Father's place ! There are many Mediterranean food places around OC and this def. hit the spot! The hummus and pita bread is the bomb. The white cucumber sauce with garlic is amazing! Salad and house vinaigrette is very good. The chicken kabob platter is a must, so favorable, and moist! Rice is excellent too. Even my one- year old kept saying "mummy" for "yummy" lol I took a photo of my plate! All gone !! I was able to eat 1/2 for dinner and the rest for lunch. Portions are a good size. I give this place 5 stars !!
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Nik D.

Yelp
If I can give this zero stars I would. I do not know what's going on but I have eaten here many times and I always liked the food. I had the gyro sandwich and the avgolemono soup. Typically these are great. The gyro was so over cooked and the bread soaking with oil was in eatable. What they did most likely cut some gyro then put it on the grill and added oil to cook it faster to give it to the customer. Not a good cooking practice. Shame on the cook who did this. Next was the soup. It had a flip of chickens with water and oily too. When I tried to eat it they put so much pepper inside that this is not considered avgolemono soup. I do. Or know if the owner is on vacation or not there no Ore but when he is there the food is top notch. So for the $20 I spent I just threw it in the trash. There goes my dinner. Who has an extra $20 to throw away especially these times. I don't mind spending money on food but come on. Eating oil and pepper for food is ridiculous. I gave a pic of the chicken glop

Micah D.

Yelp
I have used them a couple of times for a business meeting catering. They have been great!! I was in a bind and had to have it ready as soon as they opened, mind you I called 30 minutes before that, and they had it done. So service is great and the quality and quantity of the food kept everyone happy.
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Kelly J.

Yelp
Good food but the younger lady at the counter late night was extremely rude and off putting. Please practice your customer service skills or find another job if you don't want to work here!

Stephanie A.

Yelp
Had a Greek salad and some hummus It was crisp and tasted fresh I will definitely come back and try another item on the menu
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Austin B.

Yelp
One of the best pita wraps in SoCal! Huge portions and delicious flavors. Highly recommended.

El V.

Yelp
Rare along 17th St., easy parking. Enough tables inside as many do take-away, really friendly staff. Fast forward to the food, the plates of excellence - Chicken Souvlaki for my Angel, Beef-Lamb Gyro for this Devil. Each plate delivers lunch and dinner for us, and then some. Enough yum rice- or is it orzo? Hell-enic yeah. Served to the table in sturdy, reusable take-away containers for our take-aways. Plus, they served the Greek salad straight away, crisp, fresh, aaah feta, but alas, only one Kalamata with the pit. But as Larry King said - "Needs more garlic" - for us, the tzaziki. Easily, one of few restaurants we'll go back to again amongst hundreds. To see if their moussaka stands up to mine. :)
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Michelle C.

Yelp
I order the lamb gyro every time with hummus. I love this place and it always hits the spot. Service is great too.
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Jessica F.

Yelp
This place is so delicious! I'm a native NYer who has eaten a lot of authentic Greek food and this place it's really good. Everything on the menu u is good.
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Laura D.

Yelp
We've gotten takeout to feed a crowd here twice and both times the quality of the food was outstanding. Tender juicy steak kebabs, chicken kebabs, delicious hummus and tzatziki and gorgeous salad were all big hits. I'm not sure how this place manages to make such consistently terrific food! It not surprising it was always busy when we went. They're doing a great job feeding everybody.
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Krista T.

Yelp
Very quick service, the gyro was good and the sauces are excellent. Nice pita and chicken is moist. The family meal deal is HUGE so you will have leftovers for a week unless you have 10 people with you

Jim S.

Yelp
I am Greek myself . I felt like I was visiting family the way I was treated. The Tzatziki was on point. Loved the Gyro plate. We will stop here every time we go to Newport Beach . Thank you for the great hospitality.

Marian K.

Yelp
We pick up chicken kabob plate almost weekly. It's the best! Love the Greek salad also. I haven't tried their other dishes because I love the chicken kabobs so much but I bet They are just as good.
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Stephanie J.

Yelp
I am writing another review almost a year later for MGK and my thoughts and feelings have not changed at all. I order from here at least once a month from UberEATS and oh my gosh the food is always 10/10. My go-to is the chicken souvlaki plate which I can share with another person or save for the next day. The rice is soooooo yummy it's my favorite rice ever. The chicken is always fresh and nothing upsets my stomach at all. The consistency in their food is what makes this so great. YUMMMM