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To Steki Tou IliavsO Thanasis
Both To Steki Tou Ilia and O Thanasis are endorsed by those who travel for a living. On balance, To Steki Tou Ilia ranks marginally higher than O Thanasis. To Steki Tou Ilia ranks #6 in Athens with positive reviews from 4 sources such as DK Eyewitness, Fodor's and Frommer's.
To Steki Tou Ilia
Fodor's
Frommer's
DK Eyewitness
Eptachalkou 5, Thisio, Athens 11851, Greece
From $0/night
Fodor's "Athenians who love fresh-grilled lamb chops and thick-cut fried potatoes that could have come from yiayia's (grandma's) very kitchen." Full review
Frommer's "The house specialty is its irresistible paidakia, chargrilled lamb chops served the old-fashioned way, with grilled bread sprinkled with olive oil and oregano." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Both premises put tables out in the street in summer and serve little other than the païdákia (lamb chops) for which they are famous (though there are also salads and a few dips). "
O Thanasis Frommer's
Travel + Leisure DK Eyewitness
Rough Guide
Afar Magazine
Mitropoleos 69, Monastiraki square, Athens, Greece
From $10/night
Frommer's "The only time Thanasis is not crowded is when it's closed." Full review
Travel + Leisure "This small, often crowded eatery is home to what many consider the best (and cheapest) souvlaki in the city." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Perennial candidate for best purveyor of souvlákia and yíros in town, Thanassis is always packed with Athenians queuing for a take-away or waiting for a table (you can’t book ahead)."
Rough Guide "Reckoned to serve the best souvláki and yíros in Psyrrí."
Afar Magazine "My favourite gyros shop looks like a tourist trap, but it's reasonably priced and fantastic." Full review
