The Greek Kafe

The Greek Kafe

I just got home from the out of the way foodie stop. I walked in and it was small, always a good sign to me, looked behind the counter and there it was, the meat on the spindle, yes! I knew I was in for an amazing, authentic gyro. I haven't had an amazing gyro in years, everyone either has really greasy meat or meat thats over spiced, not flavored, just pounded with seasonings.

My girlfriend Kathy & I placed our order, cafe style of course, then sat down and admired the place. It has the gorgeous wood and black iron with light accents of wear, the type you'd expect to see at your favorite local spot.

Shortly there after our food was brought out to us, wow. Simple french fries cooked to their golden brown perfection with a touch of seasoning mixed with the smell of the gyro. The beauty of this is the simplicty or it. Few places make it properly, fewer still balance flavor like the Greek Kafe.

Ribbons of beef & lamb, on pita bread stuffed with onions, cilantro, tomatoes, lettuce and the savory touch of lime juice and tzatziki sauce. It is a refined recipe that will make you absolutely cherish every bite.

As we finished our meal and began to talk to the gentleman behind the counter we learned he is the owner and you can tell he has a passion for food. He created the menu himself, it features scallops, shrimp, gyros and for the kids, chicken nuggets. Not to mention he has fish and vegetarian gyros, something for everyone really. He spoke of moving from California and how it was so hard to find decent food in the area, specialty food in which the owners and workers took pride in their food.

Also, he mentioned his big mistake was not having a bar with the restaurant. We all like a good beer, so he now has a small beer & wine list, the greatest hits really. This really is secondary to the food, to spoil the flavor with any beer would truly be a crime. Your best bet is to eat and enjoy the food, saving the beverage for the end.

So if you are in the area and want to try something different, stop in at The Greek Kafe on Ballard road next to Ginge Rootz and the Express station, you won't be sorry.