Greek food can be widely varying in quality, and there’s nothing more disappointing than a poor, inauthentic Greek meal. Philadelphians rave over Estia, an authentic Greek eatery that serves up some of the best cuisine in the city.
Start with the cucumber and tomato salad, generously garnished with some of the most toothsome feta you will ever eat. The go-to appetizer is the grilled calamari, which regulars say is resilient yet tender to the fork. The seafood-centric entrees include shrimp souvlaki, moussaka, grilled halibut, and a 14-ounce New York strip. Note that the lunchtime prix fixe menu is a great deal: $17 for a filling two-course meal.
The decor at Estia is also notable, with welcoming alcoves and an iced fish display that lets you see the picks of the market.
Estia
1405 Locust Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102
(215) 735-7700
www.estiarestaurant.com
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