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Village Taverna Greek Grill, New York, NY

Village Taverna Greek Grill

4.7 (685)
$31 to $50
Greek
81 University Place, New York, NY 10003

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
Greek Restaurant located near Union Square and NYU

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Greek, Mediterranean
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Luis Falcon
  • Neighborhood
    Union Square
  • Cross street
    11th Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    4,5,6,L,N,R & Q to Union Square
  • Additional
    Beer, Delivery, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 685 people are saying

Village Taverna Greek Grill reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Manhattan

    Greek

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Village Taverna Greek Grill is a neighborhood gem, offering "the best and tastiest Mediterranean food." The ambiance is lively yet pleasant, and the service is consistently "impeccable." Known for dishes like lamb chops and chicken souvlaki, patrons enjoy authentic flavors. Highly recommended for its "fabulous food and atmosphere."
685 Reviews
  1. Kathi VIP

    Chicago / Illinois5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Service too slow had to continually get waiters attention for anything

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  2. Estelle VIP

    New York City25 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 18, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Restaurant was very busy and we were having a glass of wine at the table. We had to ask for bread at least five times and when it was brought out it was given to a table that was seated after us.

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  3. gladys VIP

    New York City43 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Village Taverna is a GEM to our neighborhood with the best and tastiest Mediterranean food in the area! From the specials like the Watermelon salad to the best Dorado whole fish entree. To their classics like the all stars Chicken Souvlaki. All winners!

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  4. Frank VIP

    New York City25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From start to finish, this was a most wonderful experience. I’ve dined with Village Taverna several times before and the food is consistently amazing. Last night was no exception. When my companions were delayed, they were very patient and didn’t hassle me about the time. Our waiter recommended a delicious bottle of Greek wine and we had the mussels special (prepared uniquely!) and beet salad special to start. Our mains were the lamb chops, roast chicken and lemon potatoes. Everything was fantastic and the wait staff, impeccable. Highly recommended. I can’t wait to return!!

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  5. Judy VIP

    New York City33 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have dined here often and once again food , service and ambience was excellent

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  6. Todd

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    4.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Boneless organic roast half-chicken was phenomenal. Lemon potatoes were also excellent (side for catch of the day grilled whole dorado fish which was very good - fresh and tasty but perhaps a smidge dry and/or overcooked). Had to wait 10 minutes even though we had a reservation. Waiter was good at explaining specials and making recommendations, but they only checked on the table (to fill water and see if all was good) once or twice during the meal.

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  7. Stan

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Superb food and exceptional service . Restaurant was packed but the sound volume was still pleasant and the ambiance with perfect . Simple and delicious. Stan

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  8. Leaozinho

    Baltimore / Maryland34 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A bit too noisy. Swiss Chard overcooked Paul and rest of servers great

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  9. Laura VIP

    Philadelphia County1 review

    1.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    AT ALL COSTS — ESPECIALLY FOR YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY — DO NOT GO HERE. Our son clearly communicated to the waiter that he has an anaphylactic (life v death) peanut and tree nut allergy (three times), and the waiter assured him that he would talk to the kitchen staff and that our son would be safe. The waiter then KNOWINGLY served our son sauce with walnuts in it (it was the sauce that accompanied the lamb chops). Our son ended up in the emergency room all night - with a biphasic anaphylactic reaction. The waiter’s careless treatment could have cost our son his life. Wherever you go, do not go here.

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  10. Ashley

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved everything about this restaurant! The food was delicious, atmosphere was very friendly, and the service was highly attentive. Would highly recommend this place and if I am back in town, I will definitely be going back.

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FAQs

Village Taverna Greek Grill offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 982-3457.

Village Taverna Greek Grill is rated 4.7 stars by 685 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
Google Map for Village Taverna Greek Grill

81 University Place, New York, NY 10003

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    11th Street
  • Neighborhood
    Union Square
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Greek, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    4,5,6,L,N,R & Q to Union Square
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Luis Falcon
  • Additional
    Beer, Delivery, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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