O Thanasis

Spent 5 days in Athens and ate here everyday! Sometimes, twice a day. Easy to find and great food. There wasn’t much tourist when we went, mostly locals which is always a good sign in a touristy place. Food - Easy 5 Stars! I love grilled meat so this was like heaven! Salad was amazing too! Service - our waiters were always kind and helpful, offering good service and advice when asked. Atmosphere - I would have given it more than 3 but people just came there to eat. In fact, I loved the fact that people kept to themselves. But wouldn’t have minded to have seen it more lively. I can’t complain and I always look back to the photos with longing and massive cravings

O Thanasis, located in the heart of Athens, is a popular spot known for its delicious grilled dishes. The restaurant is always busy, but a table is usually available after a short wait. Despite the crowd, service remains efficient, and the atmosphere is lively yet welcoming. Everything we ordered was cooked with care and full of flavour. The meat was perfectly grilled, tender, and well-seasoned, while the sides complemented the dishes beautifully. The quality of the ingredients was evident in every bite. Whether you're in the mood for a quick meal or a more relaxed dining experience, O Thanasis delivers a consistently satisfying taste of Greek cuisine. With its central location and reliable food quality, it’s a great choice for anyone looking to enjoy traditional flavours in a casual setting.

Amazing spot in city cente with affordable prices. Restaurant is always almost full but staff is quick and attentive. I ordered white wine for 4,8€ and expected small glass and they brought me 500ml of wine which was tasting amazing. Their yogurt kebab is amazing as everyone else said. Chicken kebab is also very good meal. If you visit you will be very happy with your choice :)

The well know O Thanasis didn’t disappoint, it was busy and bustling for dinner, the food took some time to arrive but it was worth the wait. The meats were perfect cooked, the kebab and the pork souvlaki were the best. The yogurt kebab is a must, we skipped it this time. The prices are moderate and portions are huge, don’t order too much.

Food was pretty mid. I ordered the pork gyros and boyfriend ordered their specialty yoghurt kebab. I found the pork gyros pretty dry and there were no fatty parts at all (fatty parts are essential in masking a gyros good!). My boyfriend thought the yoghurt kebab was good but the flavors were too overwhelming. All in all, price to performance ratio was not great. The outdoor seating was breezy and nice but there were people going around the tables selling stuffs and asking for money.

Thanasis never fails us. Over the years, this restaurant legacy continues. Food is consistent, delicious, fast service & you know what to expect if you are familiar with what you ate ordering. Lamb Kebab/ chicken souvlakia remain their star dishes. Value for money, portions are extremely good and filling. For appetizers, we highly recommend tzatziki & their fried peppers.

Late review. I was here January 2025. Good place to eat. It was super busy when I went. Service was decent and fairly attentive despite the large number of customers. The food was enjoyable, but not life-changing. I’d go back again if I had the chance.

Lots of reviews and is highly rated, but I found it to be OK. Has a bunch of peddlers and people who come up to your table asking for money. One woman said "no money (when I told her no) and reached over and touched the spicy peppers I ordered". Obviously, I gave it to her and then she took my daughter's napkin to wrap it in.