Looking for some decent Greek cuisine that doesn't break the bank? Well, you might want to keep looking if you're a college student with a financial crutch, but there aren't many options in Boston.Steve's is a pretty good choice, although it's Newbury St. location has unsurprisingly steeper prices than similar diner type restaurants in different areas. That's not to say it's unreasonably priced at Steve's--just appropriately priced for Newbury St.
Pictured above you'll notice a very gyro-esque looking pita, but it's a "steak sandwich," which is a but misleading because it's neither a sandwich nor is their a solid steak in there. It's a made-to-order sandwich albeit, but I can't really visualize them putting thinly chopped up beef like this in a more conventional layered sandwich. Also, if you order the steak sandwich it is literally only the meat and the bread you choose. Peppers and onions, cheese, and other ingredients that actually make a sandwich will cost you almost a dollar or more per extra--I genuinely grumble at that; $9 for bread and steak and then you're going to charge me a $1 for cheese on top of that? Are Grecians known for their audacity? Apparently.
Besides the awful price points, the "sandwich" was pretty good and large--but not that large. Standard shredded beef and if you're not willing to shell out the extra few bucks for all the toppings then it's going to be a mediocre and/or bland experience. The fries were fantastic, they boast something called "crystal covered fries" and I guess it has something to do with the frying process, but they were exceptionally crispy.
I think if I return I'd like to try a more authentic Greek dish so I can get a better perspective on the place.
316 Newbury St., Boston, MA 02115, 617 267 1817, www.stevesgreek.com
1 Faneuil Hall, Boston, MA 02109, 617 263 1166
3 comments:
adding on Steve's, I've always gotten a bacon cheeseburger for the handful of times eating here. Each time the burger has been large and in charge, the bacon crisp and savory, packed to the fat with flavor that makes you say, Aw Shit, this bacon is making my dick hard. Their buns are also nice since they know well enough to throw some butter on there and toss it on the grill. Yum! Steve's has always been a consistently good meal at a price I don't mind(6-7 bucks for the bacon cheese burger, a couple dollars more to do a double).
They have a boring beer selection.
I always appreciate second opinions--especially ones that involve bacon.
Huge fan of the Avogolemono Soup. Cured my cold, and I've never tasted another soup like it. Get into it!
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