George O.
Yelp
My search for the best spanakopita in the world continues!
When we think of top destinations for Greek food, a few places usually come to mind--Athens, Thessaloniki, Crete, London, New York, Chicago, Sydney, and Melbourne. But this time, I discovered a hidden gem in Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina.
The Raleigh area has a growing Greek community (not quite as large as Charlotte's, but definitely expanding), and with that comes an increasing number of Greek culinary options. So, what better way to celebrate my birthday than with a special dinner at Naos?
* From the moment I walked in, I was mesmerized. Naos has a vibe that made me feel like I was dining inside the Acropolis Museum--in the best way possible
* I started with the Spanakopita , which was packed with spinach and feta. The outer layer was unusually thin, but I ended up loving the contrast of the crispy exterior with the soft, flavorful filling.
* Next up was the Chicken Souvla , served with tzatziki, warm pita, and lemony roasted potatoes--absolutely delicious.
* For dessert, they spoiled me with two Greek classics: Portokalopita (a rich orange sponge and phyllo cake) and Baklava Sarigli (a spiral-shaped baklava with pistachios).
Everything was incredible--from the food to the stunning decor. I already can't wait to go back!