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Address:
36 East 20th Street
New York, NY 10003

Neighborhood:
Gramercy / Flatiron

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Cuisine:
Greek

Price: $31 to $50

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Parea Bistro Details

Dining Style: Casual Elegant
Website: http://www.pareabistro.com
Email: info@pareabistro.com
Phone: (212) 777-8448
Hours of Operation: Lunch: Monday - Friday: 12:00pm - 4:00pm; Dinner: Sunday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm, Friday - Saturday: 5:00pm - 11:00pm, Brunch: Saturday - Sunday 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Payment Options: AMEX, Diners Club, MasterCard, Visa
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Executive Chef: Yannis Benetos
Dress Code: Smart Casual
Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Personal wines welcome, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine, Wine Bar
Catering: We do catering for both small and large events, and we can deliver on your doorstep at the time you want.
Special Events & Promotions: Parea Bistro can accommodate up to 150 guests on the main dining room and up to 40 guests on the completely private cava room.

Getting there

Cross Street: Between Broadway and Park Avenue South
Public Transit: 4, 5 & 6 trains to 23rd Street and N, R & Q trains to 23rd Street or Union Square
Parking: Street Parking
Parking Details: Manhattan Parking Group 32 Gramercy Park South, New York, NY (212) 533-0863 Icon Parking Systems 245 East 19th Street, New York, NY (212) 505-7942

A word from Parea Bistro

PAREA (Pa-re-a) Parea Bistro is a casual-elegant Greek restaurant located in the heart of Manhattan in the Flatiron/Gramercy area. Parea means a group of friends having a good time, and this is exactly what we want you to have while dining with us. We offer both traditional and noveaux Greek &… Mediterranean dishes and we are open 7 days week for Lunch, Dinner & Brunch (Sat-Sun). Come try our amazing 3 course Lunch Pre-fixe for $19.00 from 4pm-7pm daily, our Happy Hour (all cocktails $8.00) from 4pm-7pm daily. We recommend our fresh grilled whole fish, our grilled Octopus & our Lamb dishes; as well as our amazing dessert selection! On behalf of the Parea Bistro team we hope to see you soon! Continued

Parea Bistro

3.9

142 $31 to $50 restaurant

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144 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 3.8 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

144 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 3.8 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

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Diners classify this restaurant as:

neighborhood gem(58)
fit for foodies(57)
good for groups(45)

special occasion(31)
great for lunch(24)
romantic(14)

Current OpenTable.com Diner Reviews (144)

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service was careless bordering

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/30/2012

2004

Dined on 03/30/2012

2004

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Service was careless bordering on surly. Lamb chops had to be replaced as they were overcooked. They were good when they arrived but the meal was out of synch. No hreat desire to return. Too many better places."

Dined on 03/30/2012

2004

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Run don't walk!

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/30/2012

2008

Dined on 03/30/2012

2008

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The perfect spot for a celebratory group dinner... a great space, not crazy loud, and everyone loved their food. Standouts were the octopus, lamb chops and moussaka. Clean, fresh flavors and superb non-meat options."

Dined on 03/30/2012

2008

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list

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Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Recommended wines among thoe

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/23/2012

2012

Dined on 03/23/2012

2012

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Recommended wines among thoe worst I've ever tasted. My date and I complained however were not offered something else. As a Greek, I'm very familiar with Greek food. This was indifferently prepared and very forgettable. Overall a very disappointing experience.we did not stay for dessert fearing it also would be sub par."

Dined on 03/23/2012

2012

Special Features: romantic

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Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

A very pleasant place . Their

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/21/2012

2004

Dined on 03/21/2012

2004

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"A very pleasant place . Their luncheon food was fine but not special."

Dined on 03/21/2012

2004

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Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Really good food - nice atmosphere.

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/20/2012

2010

Dined on 03/20/2012

2010

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Really good food - nice atmosphere. The bus people are way better than the wait staff!"

Dined on 03/20/2012

2010

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

This is one of our favorite

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/17/2012

2010

Dined on 03/17/2012

2010

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"This is one of our favorite restarants that we go at least once a quarter. This time I took my parents who have special dietary needs. The food, the service, and the ambiance was outstanding. I highly recommend the grilled calamari and whole sea bass. Fantastic!"

Dined on 03/17/2012

2010

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderful experience

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/15/2012

2011

Dined on 03/15/2012

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Excelent all around experience. Seated promptly, we were given just the right amount of attention (not too much, not ignored) before the third member of our party arrived. The diner prix fixe was a great combination of food for a great price and the atmosphere was perfect for a confirtable night out. We were never rushed to leave and were pleasenly surprised by the staff's kindness, humor, and hospitality. Incrediblely good treatment, especially good food, and a great atmosphere made a perfect weekday diner night out."

Dined on 03/15/2012

2011

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderful Greek food and pretty,

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/03/2012

2005

Dined on 03/03/2012

2005

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Wonderful Greek food and pretty, relaxing atmosphere. The staff is good and the food is always fantastic. Especially go for the GREAT lunch pre-fixe deal. Excellent!"

Dined on 03/03/2012

2005

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

a great find

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/08/2012

2010

Dined on 03/08/2012

2010

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"this was our second time there - had chef benetos prepare dinner for ourselves and a guest couple - never looked at the menu - everything was delicious - and reasonably priced - and we drove and parked right in front of the restaurant. we will be back. both couple who came with us also loved it."