Best Greek Restaurants in Turtle Bay
2 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Avra Estiatorio
Flagship Greek seafood spot pairing whole grilled fish and meze with an upscale, island-inspired Midtown dining room.
Notable Picks
8.7
Vibes:
Date Night Magic
Birthday & Celebration Central
Business Lunch Power Players
Luxury Dining Elite
Avra 48th Street is a high-end Greek seafood restaurant in Midtown East, known for whole grilled Mediterranean fish, polished meze, and a bustling dining room that attracts business diners and special-occasion groups. Open since 2000, it serves as the Avra Group’s flagship, combining attentive service with an upscale, island-inspired setting steps from Grand Central. Guests consistently praise the quality of the seafood and the professional service, while noting the premium pricing as part of the experience.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chilean Sea Bass Souvlaki, Whole Grilled Lavraki (Mediterranean Sea Bass), Greek Salad
What Makes it Special: Flagship Greek seafood spot pairing whole grilled fish and meze with an upscale, island-inspired Midtown dining room.
Worthy Picks
#2
Souvlaki GR
7.8
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Hidden Gems Heaven
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Tucked below street level, Souvlaki GR’s Midtown East Kouzina channels a casual island taverna with blue-and-white walls and tightly packed tables. Reviews consistently highlight juicy pork souvlaki, overstuffed pitas, and Greek-style pita pizzas at friendly prices, making it a go-to for quick, satisfying Greek in the neighborhood.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pork Souvlaki Pita, Horiatiki The Greek Village Pitza, Zucchini Croquettes
What Makes it Special: Basement-level souvlaki shop with island-style decor and generously packed pitas.