ZipPicks Awards
Best Mediterranean in Forest Hills
Master Critic Review
Agora Taverna
8.4
A Greek seafood-leaning Austin Street mainstay where the strongest move is to treat it like a fish-and-mezze table: one whole-fish or branzino-style anchor, a couple of cold dips, and one grilled appetizer. It works best for a paced dinner when you want Mediterranean flavors that stay clean rather than heavy.
Must-Try Dishes:
Grilled octopus, Branzino (whole fish), Lamb shank
Scores:
Value: 7.2
Service: 8.4
Consistency: 8.3
Food Quality: 8.8
Atmosphere: 7.3
Cultural Relevance: 8.1
What makes it special: Seafood-forward Greek cooking that rewards a focused, mezze-plus-fish order.
Who should go: Seafood fans and Greek mezze tables
When to visit: Weeknight dinner for better pacing
What to order: Grilled octopus, branzino, lamb shank
Insider tip: Pick one fish entrée for the table and build sides around it.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Metered street parking along Austin Street and nearby side streets; availability drops after 6pm, so plan extra time or use a nearby garage.
Dress code: Smart casual to date-night dressy; jeans are fine, but many diners lean polished in the evening.
Noise level: Moderate—lively dining room, but you can still hold a conversation without raising your voice.
Weekend wait: 30–60 minutes without a reservation, especially Friday and Saturday after 7pm.
Weekday lunch: No wait typically; quick seating most days.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes—strong mezze and salad options, plus vegetarian-friendly appetizers.
Vegan options: Limited but workable—select dips, salads, and vegetable sides; best if you order intentionally.
Gluten-free options: Yes—grilled fish, meats, and several mezze are naturally gluten-free; staff can guide substitutions.
Best For
Better for: Seafood-forward Greek meals with a refined, sit-down feel and balanced mezze-to-fish pacing.
Skip if: You’re looking for ultra-casual gyros, fast counter service, or a loud party atmosphere.