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The Great Greek - Orlando
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The Great Greek at a glance
Orlando Lake Nona South
- 🫒 Greek Restaurant
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Price per Person $21–$30
mentioned by 108 of the guests
#100 out of 163 places to eat in Orlando
#1 Greek Restaurant out of 1 in Orlando
Good
6.6 out of 10
Food
Service
Ambience
Value
468
Reviews
60%
Satisfaction
Often praised
- Friendly staff
- Good ambience
- Easy access
Frequently criticized
- High prices
- Slow service
- Food quality
The restaurant The Great Greek is a vibrant Greek restaurant located in Orlando’s bustling Lake Nona South neighborhood. You’ll discover a welcoming spot perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed meal.
This establishment is renowned for its healthy options, including delicious vegan and vegetarian choices, making it a fantastic destination for fresh Mediterranean flavors. Whether you’re craving a light lunch or a satisfying dinner, you’ll find authentic dishes prepared with care.
Overview: Introducting The Great Greek
The Great Greek offers a mixed experience. While many appreciate the friendly staff and the generally tasty food, some visits have been marred by inconsistencies.
The atmosphere is often described as comfortable, though not always inspiring. You’ll find that access and parking are convenient, but be mindful that the overall value can be a point of contention for some.
Despite some positive remarks on pricing, others found it quite expensive for what they received.
Good
6.6
out of 10
468
Reviews
60%
Satisfaction
160
negative
27
neutral
281
positive
The Great Greek holds an overall score of 6.6, placing it in the average category. Customer satisfaction stands at 60%, indicating a mixed reception.
This assessment comes from a substantial 468 customer opinions, with 281 positive remarks balancing against 160 negative ones. It suggests that while many find aspects to enjoy, there’s also a notable portion of feedback highlighting areas for improvement.
Diving deeper, the Ambience (7.1) is generally well-regarded, offering a comfortable setting. Service (6.9) also hovers in the average range, often praised for attentive staff.
The Food (6.5) receives an average score, with specific dishes often hitting the mark, but some experiences falling short. The primary area needing attention appears to be Value (4.6), which customers frequently found to be a concern.
What people like
- Attentive, friendly staff
- Comfortable, clean setting
- Convenient access/parking
What people don't like
- High prices
- Slow service
- Food quality issues
The Great Greek presents a mixed bag, reflected in its 6.4 recommendation score. While you can expect a generally pleasant atmosphere and often friendly service, be prepared for potential inconsistencies in both the food and the overall value.
If you’re seeking a comfortable meal with easy access, it might be worth a visit. However, if consistent food quality and budget-friendly options are your top priorities, you might find yourself looking elsewhere.
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Verdict: Our expert take on The Great Greek
Food (6.5 out of 10)
mentioned by 90% of the guests
When it comes to the food, its a bit of a mixed bag, scoring an average of 6.5, with customer satisfaction sitting at a more mixed 58.5%. Many of the 144 positive comments highlight delicious falafel, generous large portions, and meals cooked to perfection, often praising the flavorful experience. However, theres certainly room for improvement, as 89 negative comments point to issues like dry gyro meat, cold food, and overly salty rice.
Some also felt that the portion sizes were surprisingly small, leading to a less satisfying meal.
Food
246
Reviews
58%
Satisfaction
89
negative
13
neutral
144
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Large portions
- Fresh and flavorful
- Cooked to perfection
What people don't like
- Dry or cold
- Overly salty
- Small portions
Often praised
- foodTonight we had another great experience with a delivery. Our meals were timely and tasty.
- baklavashared the Feta fries and baklava. It was all so, so good!!
- falafel pitaI had the falafel pita and my husband had the Greek salad wrap
- friesthe Great Greek Gyro combo with fries hit the spot
- Greek foodMy experience at this restaurant was fantastic! I found it to be the best Greek food in Lake Nona. The staff, specifically Tori and Tasha, were incredibly friendly and consistently provided great customer service, which made for an overall great experience.
- feta friesfeta fries and fresh Greek beer
- gyroThe gyro was awesome
- rice bowlThis had become my favorite place, and I am always craving their rice bowl. However, on our most recent visit, the food was nowhere near as good as it usually is.
- FoodFood:5
- Greek saladThe food was fresh, flavorful, and cooked to order. I had the classic Greek salad topped with gyro meat (so good!), perfectly grilled lamb skewers, and finished it all off with baklava ice cream that was out of this world 🍨🤤. If you’re in Lake Nona and craving Mediterranean, this spot should be at the top of your list.
Frequently criticized
- meatWhile the price wasn't a major issue, the food quality was not good. Everything was cold, the meat tasted old and was hard, and the pita was not even warmed up. I was going to mention it, but the staff seemed overwhelmed.
- foodthe food was not good everything was cold
- pitaWhile the price wasn't a major issue, the food quality was not good. Everything was cold, the meat tasted old and was hard, and the pita was not even warmed up. I was going to mention it, but the staff seemed overwhelmed.
- gyro meatThe gyro meat must have been already shaved off and it wasn’t hot at all
- food qualityThis had become my favorite place, and I am always craving their rice bowl. However, on our most recent visit, the food was nowhere near as good as it usually is. We opted for takeout, and when we got home, our orders were wrong.
- gyroworst gyro I have ever had
- riceI’ve ordered from this restaurant three times, and each time something was missing. The first time, it was rice; then it was a salad; and today, it was both sauce and salad dressing. We love Mediterranean food, but this consistent issue has been really disappointing.
- saladI’ve ordered from this restaurant three times, and each time something was missing. The first time, it was rice; then it was a salad; and today, it was both sauce and salad dressing. We love Mediterranean food, but this consistent issue has been really disappointing.
- sauceI’ve ordered from this restaurant three times, and each time something was missing. The first time, it was rice; then it was a salad; and today, it was both sauce and salad dressing. We love Mediterranean food, but this consistent issue has been really disappointing.
- tzatziki sauceMy experience at the restaurant was disappointing due to the quality of the gyro meat. The gyro meat was dryed out, and it seemed like they tried to compensate for this by using an excessive amount of tzatziki sauce. While the service was rated a 4 and the atmosphere a 3, the food quality, rated a 3, was the main issue.
If youre craving Greek, the food here can be a real treat, especially if you stick to popular items like falafel and rice bowls. Just be aware that consistency can be a bit of a gamble, with some experiences falling flat due to dry or cold dishes. Its worth a try for the highlights, but manage your expectations.
Service (6.9 out of 10)
mentioned by 77% of the guests
Alright, lets talk service! Overall, it seems like the team here is doing a pretty good job, with a solid score of 6.9. Many customers rave about the friendly and helpful staff, often highlighting excellent customer service and wonderful service from individuals like Andrea, Tasha, and Nico.
Out of 157 customer remarks, a whopping 102 were positive, praising the attentive crew and quick order readiness. However, its not all smooth sailing, as the customer satisfaction sits at a mixed 65%. There are definitely some bumps in the road, with 47 negative remarks pointing to issues like long waiting times, occasional rudeness from staff, and frustrating instances of missing items or incorrect orders.
Some experiences mention slow service and a lack of customer attention, suggesting there's room for improvement in consistency.
Service
157
Reviews
65%
Satisfaction
47
negative
8
neutral
102
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Friendly, helpful staff
- Excellent customer service
- Attentive and professional
What people don't like
- Long waiting times
- Missing items
- Occasional rudeness
Often praised
- serviceSasha took our order and delivered our food. Came back to make sure everything was to our satisfaction.
- customer serviceHis customer service was genuine without feeling pushy or rushed.
- staffThe two fellows that were working there are friendly, helpful, accommodating, and fun to talk to
- AndreaAndrea is the best! Really nice and professional.
- ServiceService:4
- deliveryno complaints with their delivery....super quick and smooth
- cashierVery glad I stopped by. The cashier was nice and it didn't take long at all to get the food after ordering. I took mine to go and I live 14 minutes away so it took a while to eat.
- AmberAmber helped us with our order and she is both sweet and attentive
- BethBeth took great care of us
- ChristineChristine was patient with us and helped us out very great
Frequently criticized
- serviceMy family loves this place, but unfortunately, we haven’t had the best experience on our recent visits. The service has been very slow. When we recently went in to pick up an order, we had missing items.
- orderMy experience at this restaurant was incredibly disappointing. To start, half of my order was missing, which was quite insulting. When I inquired about it, the staff acted as if I was speaking a different language, showing a complete lack of understanding or willingness to help.
- staffstaff acted like I was speaking another language
- waiting timeWaiting for 40+ minutes for a to go order is absolutely ridiculous and unacceptable
- customer serviceThis behavior was so off-putting that I decided to not give this location my business and left. I've also noticed other reviews mentioning rude staff, suggesting that further training on proper customer service is necessary to prevent losing more clients.
- managerher manager then washing her hands in slow motion
- ServiceTook fifteen minutes to warm
- Togo orderhad a Togo order and was not given utensils or napkins
- apologyno apology no sorry for the inconvenience
- chef or managerchef, manager or whoever he was had such careless attitude and no head cover
While the service here generally shines with a friendly and attentive staff, be prepared for a potentially mixed experience. If you value great customer interaction, you'll likely be pleased, but keep an eye out for possible delays or order mix-ups during busy times.
Ambience (7.1 out of 10)
mentioned by 27% of the guests
When it comes to the vibe, this place generally hits a good note! With a solid score of 7.1 and 67.5% customer satisfaction, many guests rave about the atmosphere, cleanliness, and decor. Out of 40 comments, 27 were positive, highlighting a wonderful environment, beautiful decor, and even convenient parking and access.
However, its not all sunshine and roses. Acknowledging the mixed satisfaction, 10 negative comments point to some serious issues. Concerns include dirty tables, mold in the ice dispenser, and filthy restrooms and walls.
There were even reports of condensation dripping from the ceiling, ' which definitely puts a damper on the overall experience.
Ambience
40
Reviews
67%
Satisfaction
10
negative
3
neutral
27
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Wonderful atmosphere
- Clean environment
- Plenty of parking
What people don't like
- Dirty tables
- Mold in dispenser
- Filthy restroom
Often praised
- atmospherethe service and atmosphere were also rated a perfect 5
- cleanlinessThe only thing lacking was ambience. It was clean and comfortable, just more like a take out place, lacking decorative lighting, plants, booths etc. I'd recommend this to someone who likes Greek food.
- environmentgreat environment
- AtmosphereAtmosphere:5
- accessthe access is super Easy
- comfortThe only thing lacking was ambience. It was clean and comfortable, just more like a take out place, lacking decorative lighting, plants, booths etc. I'd recommend this to someone who likes Greek food.
- decor and atmospherebeautiful decor and atmosphere
- kidsKids love it
- parkingPlenty of parking
- parking spacethere was plenty of parking space
Frequently criticized
- trash cansodd there were no trash cans in the dining area
- ambienceThe only thing lacking was ambience
- condensation dripping from the ceilingcondensation dripping from the ceiling onto the table
- health departmentwonder when was the last time the health departments stopped by
- moldthere is mold growing in the ice dispensary
- overall experiencethe overall experience left me feeling like I'd been robbed
- restroomthe restroom looks like it has had no attention
- tablestables that have dirty plates and trays
- wallsThe trash cans and walls are filthy
So, should you go? While the atmosphere can be quite pleasant and clean, be aware that some serious cleanliness issues have been reported. If you prioritize a good vibe and convenient parking, it might be worth a visit, but keep an eye out for those less-than-sparkling details.
Value (4.6 out of 10)
mentioned by 22% of the guests
When it comes to value, some folks have found pleasant surprises here! With 8 positive remarks out of 25 total, customers occasionally praise the economical and amazing price points, often noting that the amount of food you get feels just right. There's a sense that prices can be quite reasonable, making for a super economical meal.
However, the overall picture for value is a bit mixed, with customer satisfaction sitting at a poor 32% despite an average score of 4.6. Many of the 14 negative comments highlight that things can be expensive or overpriced, with some feeling the portions are too small for what you pay. It seems the price can be a real sticking point for many.
Value
25
Reviews
32%
Satisfaction
14
negative
3
neutral
8
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Economical prices
- Good food amount
What people don't like
- Can be expensive
- Portions feel small
- Often overpriced food
Often praised
- pricesprices had gone up since opening but today I noticed they seem to have gone down a bit again
- amazing pricean amazing price
- amount of foodthe price was cheap for the amount of food you get.
- economicalsuper economical
- pricethe price was cheap for the amount of food you get.
Frequently criticized
- pricejuuuust a bit pricey, so really wish they worked on this
- expensivevery expensive at $45 for two people
- moneyfeeling like I'd been robbed – both of my money
- $12For $12 I'm truly disappointed
- PRICESI experienced REFLUX for 3 days afterward. The PRICES ARE OUTRAGEOUSLY HIGH.
- daily specialI was craving Greek food a few days ago, so we decided to visit this place. They advertised a daily special for a traditional gyros at $7. The girl taking our orders was nice but kept rubbing her hair continuously while taking our orders.
- gyrothe gyro wasn't up to par and over priced
- overpriced gyros placenothing but an overpriced gyros place
If youre looking for a super economical meal and catch them on a good day, you might find decent value. However, be prepared that many customers feel its often expensive with small portions, so it might disappoint if you're on a tight budget or expect generous servings.
How are the prices at The Great Greek?
You’re looking at roughly $23 per person – reported by 108 diners. That puts it in the $21–$30 category. For a Greek Restaurant, it’s comfortably mid-range: not a steal, but not bank-breaking either.
While the average sits at $23, we see a good mix of spending. A large group of diners keeps it lighter, spending in the $11–$20 range, while another significant portion lands right around the $21–$30 average. There are also some higher spenders, showing a nice spread of options.
Here’s a quick look at what guests spend per person, based on the latest 108 reviews.
How does this Orlando Greek restaurant stack up against others in the city when it comes to value for money?
Overall, for a Greek restaurant, we think the pricing feels quite fair. It offers a good mid-range option, and with the variety in spending we observed, theres likely something for everyones budget.
Customer Reviews: what people think about The Great Greek
Service Intent
- Delivery
Visit Type
- Delivery
Wait Time
- Long (31+ min.)
1
Unacceptable Delivery Wait Time
My experience was with an Uber Eats order. The initial delivery estimate was 30-40 minutes. After waiting for an hour, the estimated delivery time was extended to 3 hours.
A driver was assigned, but the status remained "restaurant is finishing up order" for two hours. I ultimately canceled the order after waiting for over two hours for a simple hamburger and fries. It was absolutely ridiculous.
- hamburger and fries6
- delivery estimate1
- waiting1
- order status1
Price per Person
- $71–$80
Service Intent
- Quick Meal
Visit Type
- Dine-in
Wait Time
- Long (31+ min.)
1
Insulting Experience: Missing Food & Poor Service
My experience at this restaurant was incredibly disappointing. To start, half of my order was missing, which was quite insulting. When I inquired about it, the staff acted as if I was speaking a different language, showing a complete lack of understanding or willingness to help.
The gyro I did receive was dry, and the service was incredibly slow, described as slower than a snail in molasses. Overall, the experience left me feeling like I had been robbed of both my money and a decent meal. I would advise others to save themselves the aggravation and go to Little Greek instead.
- order1
- staff1
- gyro2
Price per Person
- $21–$30
Service Intent
- Regular Visit
Group Type
- Couple
Group Size
- Couple
Visit Type
- Takeout
Meal Type
- Dinner
3
Disappointing Takeout Experience
This had become my favorite place, and I am always craving their rice bowl. However, on our most recent visit, the food was nowhere near as good as it usually is. We opted for takeout, and when we got home, our orders were wrong.
I paid extra for more chicken and never received it. My husband's pita was stale, and the meat was like cardboard. I also received significantly less food in my bowl than I usually would.
It was a very disappointing experience.
- rice bowl9
- food quality3
- orders2
- extra chicken1
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Service Intent
- Food Exploration
Visit Type
- Takeout
Meal Type
- Lunch
Wait Time
- Short (6–15 min.)
9
Delicious Gyro, Will Return!
I've seen this place many times but never had the opportunity to try it out until today. I happened to be in the area and was craving a gyro. Very glad I stopped by.
The cashier was nice and it didn't take long at all to get the food after ordering. I took mine to go and I live 14 minutes away so it took a while to eat. But It was delicious!
Next time I'm most certainly going to eat in so I can have it even fresher. Very happy I've found a good gyro place. Will have to try out other items also.
- cashier8
- food10
- gyro place9
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Service Intent
- Casual Outing
Group Type
- Couple
Group Size
- Couple
Visit Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Dinner
3
Dry Gyro Meat, Overwhelmed by Tzatziki
My experience at the restaurant was disappointing due to the quality of the gyro meat. The gyro meat was dryed out, and it seemed like they tried to compensate for this by using an excessive amount of tzatziki sauce. While the service was rated a 4 and the atmosphere a 3, the food quality, rated a 3, was the main issue.
The recommended dish was the Gyro Plate, which unfortunately did not meet expectations.
- Service8
- Atmosphere6
- gyro meat2
- tzatziki sauce3
- Food3
What The Great Greek offers
Crowd
- Transgender safespace
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Family-friendly
- Groups
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Kids' menu
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Popular for
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Solo dining
Amenities
- Restroom
- Free Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi
Offerings
- Healthy options
- Vegan options
- Quick bite
- Wine
- Coffee
- Beer
- Small plates
- Halal food
- Vegetarian options
- Alcohol
Dining options
- Catering
- Dessert
- Dinner
- Seating
- Lunch
Service Options
- No-contact delivery
- Takeout
- Delivery
- Dine-in
Parking
- Free street parking
- Free parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Quiet
FAQs
What dietary options are available at The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill in Lake Nona?
At The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill, you’ll find a wide array of choices to suit various dietary needs. They offer healthy options, along with dedicated vegan and vegetarian dishes. Halal food is also available, ensuring a diverse and inclusive menu for everyone.
What kind of dining experience and service options does The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill offer?
You can enjoy a casual and quiet atmosphere perfect for a relaxed meal. The Great Greek provides flexible service options including no-contact delivery, takeout, and dine-in. They also cater to families with a kids’ menu and high chairs available.
How does The Great Greek generally perform across different aspects?
The Great Greek has an overall score of **6.6** with **60%** customer satisfaction. Its **Ambience** (7.1) is good, **Service** (6.9) and **Food** (6.5) are average, but **Value** (4.6) is a notable concern.
What do customers appreciate most about The Great Greek?
Many customers highlight the **friendly staff** and the restaurant’s **comfortable environment**. The **easy access** and **ample parking** are also frequently mentioned as positive aspects.
What are some common complaints about The Great Greek?
Recurring concerns include **high prices** and **slow service**, with some customers experiencing **missing items** or long waiting times. There are also reports of **inconsistent food quality**, such as cold or dry dishes.