Not sure about how ‘Real’ it is, but certainly great value, and possibly the best ‘healthy’ options in St. James.
There was about a 10min queue, even thought there were plenty of tables available. Despite this apparent business, our food arrived very quickly, and service was perfectly correct.
Hummus, grilled aubergine, and pork Monastiraki are highly recommended; whereas we might have been unlucky with our chicken skewer—seemed a bit rubbery, possibly slightly overcooked.
Overall a very enjoyable experience, and we’ll probably make it our default choice whenever we’re shopping at St. James!
Review of The Real Greek
Atmosphere 4.5/5
I was immediately charmed by the atmosphere when I stepped in--the background music was very lovely and uplifting, and the noise level was a warm buzz that adore in a restaurant.
I also like the nautical and Mediterranean decor.
Food
When i had my first bite of the halloumi popcorns, topped with a bit of the cod roe meze dip (that was ordered separately), I thought “Oh sh*t”, this is so good--and I don’t even usually swear (granted, however, I hadn’t eaten anything the whole day.)
The menu is relatively reasonably priced too.
Service 3/5
The service started out very well--the staff was very friendly and came to take my order after just the right amount of time has passed.
The food also came out very quickly.
It rather deteriorated drastically since then, however. I was left to my own devices after I finished my main. No one came to clear the plates or ask me if I want dessert/the bill. My original waitress was on her phone in a corner for a bit and never looked my way even when she was walking around. I only obtained the dessert menu by hailing a waitress who just gave the bill to the neighboring table. (And I was rather disappointed to find the menu itself sticky/oily.)
And I was left alone again after I received the dessert menu--no one came to take my order until I made eye contact with another waitress (who was at least very friendly and is very supportive of my dessert choice.)
---TLDR: Good food and atmosphere. The staff could have been more attentive.
Had dinner on my own here on Thursday night due train cancellations.
I had a friendly welcome and was given a good seat for a single diner.
Service was great, attentive and not overbearing
It was mainly families and young groups in on the Thursday night. There was a good deal of £17pp to share little dishes
I had the chicken souvlaki with tzatziki sauce and halloumi popcorn with a lovely glass of greek red wine
The halloumi popcorn was very tasty with honey and rosemary. Little bites of halloumi
The souvlaki was nice and I liked the addition of chips. Could have been warmer though
Price was also decent c £21 for the full meal
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