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As Greek As It Gets
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Moody lighting, pumping bass and raucous laughter set the scene at this contemporary kebab joint on our Friday night visit. Both floors (ground and first) were packed with refuelling bar-hoppers, big birthday groups and couples on awkward-looking first dates. But despite the menu’s laudable array of Greek wines, bottled beers (Alpha and Mythos) and dishes – classics such as pasticcio (a baked pasta dish) and moussaká sit alongside the lengthy souvláki and gyros (pitta wraps) menu – there was not a Greek in sight. Bar-style seating, overlooking a giant chandelier and Earl’s Court Road, gives the place a hip, fast-paced feel. Smaller table set-ups at the back of the top floor offer more relaxed dining. We opted for the latter and enjoyed expertly grilled pork and chicken souvláki, kritiki saláta (Cretan tomato and cheese salad with large croûtons) and piping-hot spanakópitta (spinach pie): all packed with fresh, tasty ingredients and of far better quality than the sound system’s rota of trashy Euro pop.
Time Out Eating & Drinking Guide 2009
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- 233 Earl's Court Road, Earl's Court, SW5 9AH
- Area: Earl's Court
- Tel: 020 7244 7777
- www.asgreekasitgets.co.uk
- Category: Greek
- Travel: Earl's Court tube
- Times: Lunch served noon-3pm, dinner served 5-11pm Mon-Fri. Meals served noon-11pm Sat, Sun
- Price: Main courses £6-£19.50
- Credit cards: MC, V
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My wife and I were visiting London for the first time and couldn't decide where to eat. Staying near Earls Court and wanting to walk to the restaurant we came across As Greek As It Gets. It was a Tuesday and I guess slow night so there was no waiting. The owner, Dimitri, met us at the door. Upon introduction he took particular interest in making our dining experience memorable. With limited knowledge of Greek cuisine, he took the time to explain everything on the menu...including origins of each food and recommendations. Needless to say everything was delicious. After dinner we talked about our Greek and American cultures. Obviously proud of his Greek heritage and food, Dimitri ordered our waiter to bring out samples of cheeses, desserts, drinks, and house specialty "Loukanika me verikoka & meli" - sausages w/apricot & honey...on the house. Seemingly three hours later we finally left. Thank goodness we walked because it gave us an opportunity walked off all the food. Our dinner here was definitely one of the highlights of our trip...and a must stop on our return trip. Thanks for everything Dimitri!!!!