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Aliki's Greek Taverna

Restaurant Greek restaurant

One of the Most Reviewed Greek restaurants in Los Angeles


Address

5862 Arbor Vitae St, Los Angeles, CA 90045

Website

alikisgreektaverna.site

Contact

(310) 645-9555

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (1.3K reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Thursday: 11 AM to 8 PM
  • Friday: 11 AM to 8 PM
  • Saturday: 11 AM to 8 PM
  • Sunday: (Easter), Closed, Hours might differ
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 11 AM to 8 PM
  • Wednesday: 11 AM to 8 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: Greek (15) good (12) delicious (10) gyro (8) great (8) friendly (7) amazing (7) service (6) plate (6) hotel (6)
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  • 5/5 T M. 1 year ago on Google
    I was able to eat very delicious Greek food around Los Angeles Airport. The waiter was also very kind, and the atmosphere inside the store was good, and I would like to visit again.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mel M. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing staff with wonderful customer service. I went in for takeout for myself but the menu looked awesome! Food was absolutely delicious! We brought all 3 of our kids and ate outside.. they were so accommodating and kind! We ordered a gyro sandwich, gyro plate, chicken Souvlaki - huge hit, dolmadas, and baklava! All great! You have to stop by if you are in the area. It will not disappoint. Park next to the hotel. Fyi!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Boi B. 2 years ago on Google
    Absolutely AMAZING food! Great ambiance and spot on service. Every item is made to order and you can tell they use fresh ingredients. Very clean with original Greek cuisine along with Greek music playing in the background which is Lively and upbeat while you wait for your food. The staff is very friendly and they are never shy to help you with your order if you aren’t familiar with the food. What made me most appreciative are the prices. LA is NOT a cheap place to eat, but this place has prices RIGHT. Not too expensive but fully worth it considering the taste that comes with their food. I left feeling full, and my pockets left feeling satisfied which made my trip feel complete in every way. I will definitely be going back again before my flight leaves. If you’re a vegetarian like me, get the Falafel sandwich with fries, Potatoes with Lemon and Baklava for desert. You won’t regret it!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Timothy R. 1 year ago on Google
    Dolmades were hot and tasty and the sauce excellent. Main dish moussaka? Eggplant was over cooked and like a paste. The hamburger was seasoned well and presented nicely. The pita bread was quite good too and served warm. Overall pretty good. Service was fast and the waiter was a nice guy. Prices were higher than what you should see in LA even with inflation. It's not a big deal with just me, but I wouldn't be happy about buying for more than a couple people. Many menu items were not available and although I was looking for less popular dishes, they could at least update the menu. Not very impressed by all the "haven't had that for months." Like the small courtyard and overall clean inside.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Richard H. 1 year ago on Google
    Very average homey Greek spot. Food is decent… but it’s like eating out of your uncles kitchen. It’s old on the inside and out and could use a refresh. Convenient location right beside the airport across the hertz car rental. Owner is nice, and food tastes good but it’s not 5 star good by any means… keep your expectations in check!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lili G. 1 year ago on Google
    Delicious food! Amazing chicken gyro and the lemon potatoes are delicious.great service and super friendly staff. Will definitely be back!! We are all of our 7 dishes we ordered!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 K P. 1 year ago on Google
    What a pleasant surprise to find this place within walking distance from my hotel while I was on a layover at LAX. I had a greek salad, fantastic Pastitsio, a beer. All for $40 including the tip.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Florian S. 1 year ago on Google
    Great little place for a dinner if you’re staying around LAX and don’t want to rely on hotel food. All dishes were very tasty and the atmosphere felt like in Greece. Definitely will be back
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Madhumitha R. 1 year ago on Google
    Its good authentic Greek place. Food was good and prices are reasonable. The one thing I loved about this place is the food was very fresh. The soup of the day was amazing. Enjoyed their taziki sauce. The ambience is very average. Parking is at the side of the building. Will definitely come back for takeout.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Thorn W. 1 year ago on Google
    Great experience. Very nice guy. Good food. I spilled my water all over the table and the guy was very polite to me. hahaha
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 James W. 2 years ago on Google
    First and foremost, you had saganaki. Thank you! And it was robust, savory, and tangy in all the right ways. The cheeses was browned to perfection. Second, the waiter, possibly the owner, carried himself well. He knew the menu and was enthusiastically ready to provide me a recommendation when I was looking for something besides the same old gyro. He suggested the Mousaka, and it delivered. It was new to me, looked amazing, and wsx memorable. Thank you for an excellent dinner while I was away from home.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 joseph m. 10 months ago on Google
    Food was decent. The parking situation is pretty bad. Also the tables are sticky and so we're the menus. The lamb souvlaki was microscopic for the 25.99 it cost and the potatoes looked days old.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Angel A. 9 months ago on Google
    Excellent Greek restaurant! Love the atmosphere with all the Greek paints! The food is definitely delicious and tasty! The gyro of lamb & beef is absolutely delicious and with feta cheese and pita bread makes the ideal complements! Come here and have a great lunch time, you won’t regret it! The parking lot is on the hotel right next to it.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Rolanda R. 7 months ago on Google
    We stumbled upon this place by chance; it was not far from our hotel, just near to LAX. First and foremost, it is genuine Greek cuisine. Our gyro and hummus were delicious. I've never had finer pita bread in my life. However, the meal seemed a little costly in comparison to the service and how the food is served. If I pay more than $25 for lunch, I expect it not to be presented on a plastic plate.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Gregory K. 6 months ago on Google
    While we were eating, I told my friend, this feels like a home cooked meal. It feels like you are at a relatives house and they cooked an amazing family recipe for you. This place is a bit of a hidden gem. Michael, our waiter, recommended the lamb shank and moussaka. Both excellent! Baklava! So good! This is a great little place.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Lisa R. 2 years ago on Google
    Very pleasantly surprised for a rather unassuming place. Do not be fooled by the lack of fanfare in signage. This place is the epitome of never judge a book by its cover. Very simple decor showing beautiful scenery of Greece. Host was very hospitable and friendly. The food is amazing. Comes out fresh and fast. Some things may not be available due to season or shipping shortages but don't fret because what they do have is delicious
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Emma N. 1 year ago on Google
    This might be the best greek food I've ever had. We got the falafel plate and it was spectacular. Absolutely get the lemon potatoes, so creamy with just the right amount of lemon. Double chefs kiss 🤌🤌

  • 5/5 Rebecca J. 7 months ago on Google
    Absolutely loved the food! Feels like a traditional taverna you would find in Greece! Great greek beer and wine selection as well. We got the beef kebab, Halkidiki salad, and Moussaka. The feta cheese as well is fresh and delicious! If you’re staying in the area, definitely check this spot out. Friendly staff and great atmosphere!

  • 5/5 Aaron 7 months ago on Google
    Best Greek Food in LA!!! The food is fresh, the service is friendly, and I love how it's a family run business. I had the Greek salad, a lamb gyro, and the baklava for dessert, which melted in my mouth. Also, the Greek beer, Mythology, is a smooth lager that was perfect for the end of the day. I highly recommend you try it!

  • 5/5 Jayson F. 1 year ago on Google
    Lamb shank is amazing!! The veggies can improve a little bit but the lamb omg! Its superb! People here are so friendly as well and the falafel damn.. 1st time I actually finish an order of falafel its amazing! Clean plate as an evidence of good food!

  • 5/5 Charlotte P. 2 years ago on Google
    Best Greek food I've had. Adequate portions and deliciously seasoned. Cherry drink was delicious, too!

  • 5/5 Cheryl T. 2 years ago on Google
    We drive past this establishment regularly and stopped by when I saw someone post their meal. This is authentic Greek food, very good and flavorful. Of course, we forgot to take a picture of the lamb chops. The baklava is on point. I will be returning.

  • 5/5 Dimitrios P. 2 years ago on Google
    Awesome food with a traditional Greek diner atmosphere. Michael was a really friendly and personable server and he made some great recommendations. I got the chicken souvlaki plate, which I highly recommend. It was a perfect balance of crispy without being dry. Reminded me of souvlaki in Greece. All the sides were good too.

  • 4/5 Michael T. 2 years ago on Google
    We stay at a local hotel for business and this place is right down the street. Very friendly place with great food. I usually take out and the portions never disappoint. Can't go wrong with the gyro plate.

  • 5/5 Rob F. 2 years ago on Google
    I found this place in Google Maps before going to LA from Phoenix. I ate dinner there while I was in LA, and this place is amazing. The gyros are beyond tasty there and I like how the fries are seasoned there too. Mike was very welcoming and his customer service skills are perfect! If anyone is looking for some great Greek food to eat in LA, go to Aliki!

  • 2/5 MikeyFann16 3 years ago on Google
    Although the food was tasty it wasn't anything spectacular. Meat was dry, portions were small, prices were high. $40 for 2 entrees, OVER PRICED!! Location is good but next to a motel with a weird parking situation.

  • 5/5 Jody G. 2 years ago on Google
    I went in for takeout for myself but the menu looked awesome! Food was absolutely delicious! We brought all 3 of our kids and ate outside..


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Free street parking
    • ✓️ Somewhat difficult to find a space
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Halal food
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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