Good Greek

Need your fix of Greek grub? Apparently you may have to wait a while... 

Discovering a new city through its culinary provision is THE BEST! (ensuring you haven't already been on Yelp) Food wise, you come with no preconceptions about anywhere, except with the knowledge that if the place is a Greek restaurant, you're pretty sure it will serve olives and feta. Nothing unsurprising there. However, it is great when a place surprises you, just like Stepho's did. Authentic, wholesome eating in the heart of Vancouver.

Off twenty-odd years experience, this taverna is not only homely and comfortable, but very friendly and familiar. It may look a bit tired from the outside, decor wise, but if anything that adds to its Hellenic charm. It's sat in a very busy restaurant district, along Davie St, and I can see how you would need to stand out to stay afloat - catching a waft of the roasted lamb, as I walked past, drew me in! That and the fact that if there is a long line-up outside it means it is probably worth the wait...

Once through the door you are greeted and seated by the most welcoming of staff. It has a cosy ambience. Exposed wood, clay tiles, and plenty of harmonious traditional music. The menu is extremely budget friendly, and includes all the Greek faves, think dolmathes, youvetsi, and baklava for desert. I was extremely pleased with my lamb souvlaki served with a zingy tzatiki, spanakopita and greek salad. What's more, it only cost 20 bucks - incredible value for money, and a warm feeling of fullness on leaving.