(718) 721-7217
34-01 30th Avenue
Astoria,
NY
11103
40.7658
-73.9188
Neighborhood: Astoria
What People Are Saying About Ovelia
The Editor
Justin Hartung
Citysearch
The Scene – Greek restaurants in Astoria aren't usually known for their sense of style, but this corner spot is doing its best to change that. Earthy elements like naturally finished wood chairs, bright green plants and local artwork flow together with more industrial touches--slate colored walls, a bar twinkling with multicolored lights and a few lamps that look like design-school application projects. Facing a cutout onto the street, bar seats are perfect for enjoying sidewalk-theater. – – The Food – Sleek, white dishware upholds the modern aesthetic, although the…
05/05/09
Great Place to Eat, Drink and Hang out
by Kleandrou
Ovelia is the only place in Astoria with an indoor and outdoor bar. We always have alot of fun and love the food. My favorite party nights have been spent there.
- Pros: Friendly Atmosphere and Great Food
- Cons: NONE
05/01/09
Good dinner, warm night
by fionaswim
We had a nice meal a couple of nights ago when the weather was warm-sat outside, which may have attributed to the groups of LOUD people next to us. Not loud having a good time, but obnoxious loud. Started with the garlic potato dip which was delicious. We enjoy being left alone when having dinner, however sometimes the wait between checking in on the table was a bit long. We had the mousaka and just a grilled shriimp with sauteed spinach which was done nicely-I would have liked to see the what the spinach was cooked in strained from the dish a little more, but over all done well.
- Pros: comfortable, friendly waitstaff
- Cons: loud tables next to us
04/07/09
Great Greek Fusion
by figaro67
I started going to this place right after it opened and I have never had a bad meal here. I go here a couple times a month and I ALWAYS order the homemade Greek sausage...it is to DIE for! I almost always have the appetizer that has the dipping sauces and the pita is amazing. The cocktails are great too, although the wine list could be a bit more extensive. The only drawback that I found was the DJ. He doesn't start until after 10PM or so, but the music was so loud that I couldn't hear my friends that I was dining with. Just make sure you go earlier than 10PM and you'll be fine. Friendly staff, great food, what's not to like?
- Pros: Great food and drinks...don't forget to try the sausage
- Cons: Music after 10PM
The Details on Ovelia
What to Drink:
A $30 bottle of the medium-bodied Tsantalis Syrah pairs especially well with the meat dishes, while the cocktail list includes a few not-to-sweet gems like the refreshing, cucumber-enhanced Agouri Saketini ($8).
Outdoor Seating:
In addition to the sidewalk seating out front, there are some stools alongside the cutout perfect for an afternoon drink and a snack.
Brunch:
The brunch menu ($11-$13) offers unique dishes like sandwiches made with tiropita (self-rising bread), and all dishes come with a bloody mary or mimosa.
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