Best Greek Restaurants In The Charlotte Area

I'm a big fan of Greek food and I'm excited that the Yiasou Greek Festival in Charlotte is back this year. If you've never been it's happening at the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral on East Blvd. September 9 thru September 11. There's amazing food, entertainment, vendors and fun stuff for the kids. Years ago when I did a morning show in Columbia, S.C., I'd broadcast live every year at the Greek festival there. I loved it! The folks working the festival would hook me up with freshly prepared Greek food at 7 a.m.  Good stuff! 

If you enjoy Greek food and can't make it to the festival this year, The Charlotte Observer has a list of the '17 Best Greek Restaurants in the Charlotte area'. 

One of the restaurants that made the list is in Belmont, N.C. which is close to me. Estia's Kouzina is just of I 85, on the corner of Main Street and Hwy 74. It's been a while since I've been but my experience there was good. The food was yummy and the portions were huge. 

Although I've never eaten here, Yafo Kitchen is on the list and Phil goes there often. Both Phil and I are fans of food so if he says it's good, then you should check it out. I trust his judgement! 

This restaurant isn't on the list, but I like it. Georgio's Restaurant in Cramerton, N.C. is tasty. It's my go-to place when I'm craving a big Greek salad. And they have a chicken dish with lemon gravy that is delightful! Fried squash is one of my all-time favorite things, and they're one of the only places that makes it. It's so good! 

Lots of folks are traveling this weekend for Labor Day, but if you're staying close to home and need a dinner idea, check out one of these Greek restaurants. Support local and have a great meal!

Greek food is popular all over and here in the Charlotte area you'll find some amazing Greek restaurants. The Charlotte Observer has a list of the '17 Best Greek Restaurants in the Charlotte Area' and you can see some of the places below.

CAVA has numerous locations in the Charlotte area. Their Lemon Chicken Bowl is said to be life changing!

Estia's Kouzina serves a wide array of Mediterranean food for lunch, dinner, and brunch. They have great specials and folks love their Greek lasagna.

Greco Fresh Grille has seven locations in the Charlotte area, and they serve up fast and fresh Greek and Mediterranean food. Their Tzatziki Dip looks amazing! 

The Greek Grill has a few locations, and the owner has been in the business for 40 years. They have a lemon/rosemary hummus on the menu that I gotta try!

If I'm not mistaken, Phil is a fan of Ilios. I've heard him mention it a few times. Ilios Crafted Greek has two locations in our area. Their Rotisserie chicken looks amazing!

Ilios Noche is on Providence Road and their dishes look fabulous. I love a restaurant that has great food and great presentation! They offer lots of drink specials and often have live music on the weekends.

It's been way too long since I've been to The Mad Greek. It's located on South Blvd and it's been in Charlotte since 1991. They serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner so you can stop by anytime!

Mezeh Mediterranean Grill lets you create your own dish. You can get a bowl, a flat bread wrap, or a pita pocket. Choose a base, a protein, toppings and a sauce. Customers love their bowls and I gotta admit, they look delicious!

Showmars has locations all over our area and they're known for good food quickly. Folks love their seafood platters, and their pita burgers are quite tasty!

I'll admit that I've never heard of Taziki's Cafe but after checking out the menu, I want to try it. They have a new Lamb Burger on their menu and I'm hungry just looking at the picture. I've never had a lamb burger and it looks really good.

Yafo Kitchen is one of Phil's favorite Greek/Mediterranean places. They have a few locations in our area and serve up Mediterranean and Middle Eastern Street food cooked slow but served fast.