Bahari Estiatorio

Lovely Greek seafood restaurants with all kinds of fried, grilled, pasta and meat. Satisfied meal

First time there—and we were really impressed. The food was absolutely delicious, and the house Greek wine paired perfectly with the meal. The service was phenomenal—attentive, friendly, and genuinely welcoming. The whole place has a warm, cozy, homey atmosphere that makes you want to sit back and enjoy your time.<br>On top of that, the prices were very reasonable for the quality you get, which is always a plus. Everything felt thoughtfully prepared, from the flavors to the overall experience.<br>We’ll definitely be back again very soon and are already looking forward to trying more from the menu!

Unfortunately, I had an awful experience here yesterday. We called 3 days before to make a reservation and were told we did not need one. Upon arrival, we were asked if we had one and that was very confusing. Wait time was not awful though, only 15-20ish minutes. But by the time we were sat, and even when we left an hour and a half later there was a line of folks waiting for tables and they were blocking the door.<br>Now, onto the food: the octopus was overcooked and dry, but our fish and shrimp were grilled to perfection so we enjoyed that. The rice had a strong cinnamon flavor and was a bit off-putting but edible, their lemon potatoes were delicious and so was the salad with the fresh feta.<br>The service: Front guy was sweet, the lady with the questions about the reservations was meh, and our waiter was quite rude and unpleasant to the point where we were wondering if we should even leave a tip because we were so uncomfortable. We ate our meal quickly and in silence, paid our tab and ran out before they even finished putting the dessert down.<br>I had high hopes for this place and hate to be leaving this review because I truly wanted to love the food, and overall all I wanted was to enjoy a delightful seafood meal with my girls on my 30th birthday. But we were so uncomfortable we didn’t even let the staff know we were celebrating a birthday. We were seated in a corner table in the back where staff kept standing over us to grab things from the shelves behind us, and coming behind my friend to grab the papers that cover the tablecloths each time they were cleaning a table. It just felt like yet another micro-aggression from the many others we experienced.<br>I wouldn’t recommend this place unless you’re cool with being treated like you and your money are of no value.

Had an amazing experience at Bahari Estiatorio! The food was fresh, authentic, and full of flavor—everything tasted like true Greek cuisine. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, but what really stood out was the owner, Anna. She was incredibly kind, attentive, and made sure everything was perfect. You can tell she genuinely cares about her guests and the quality of the experience. Highly recommend this place—I’ll definitely be coming back

Everything that we tried here was bomb. Highly recommend both grilled and fried calamari, it was very tender. Service was friendly and the atmosphere was great for big family dinner.

Awesome and authentic Greek restaurant in the heart of Astoria. Limited ParkNYC parking available right behind.<br><br>Pace was packed on a Sunday afternoon - 5pm, we thought the odd hour would mean an empty restaurant.<br><br>We went with the dishes Gemini / ChatGPT recommended - calamari, Krya assortment of spreads, with main course of lamb chops, chicken souvlaki, and a market recommendation of branzino. We loved every dish.<br><br>The complimentary sooji (semolina) halwa was a great finish. A Greek beer and/or a Greek coffee will round up the meal.

We are spoiled with the number of Greek restaurants in Astoria but I often pop into Bahari as it feels like you’re eating with family. I always feel welcomed in, can share a laugh with the staff, and leave very full and satisfied. Fun taking friends cause then you can try more dishes together 😋 already craving my next visit for saganaki.

Michael was great waiter and he made my anniversary feel special . The food was delicious too.

As per normal, shortened review such as full dish descriptions due to char limit compared to the other site.<br><br>I hosted a meal at this tasty Greek restaurant a few months ago with a large group, having been there years ago, back when they were Stamatis. The staff were very friendly and patient, offering recommendations for our large group on food and drink, whether it was wine or otherwise. I believe I had a glass of Assyrtiko, but I'm not sure. We shared a lot of dishes and had a reasonably priced and delicious meal.<br><br>We got a couple of appetizers to split first. Our first to arrive was the Krya Pikilia. This is available in either a small or a large size, and we went with the latter, which was $21 and generously portioned. Some cucumber slices separated the various spreads, and they also served delicious toasted pita for dipping. The group as a whole loved the potato with garlic and the roasted eggplant, which had a nice smoky flavor. The fish eggs weren't as salty as usual, which was a plus; I liked the spicy feta, though a few others found it a bit too salty; and the yogurt was standard. This was a good mix overall.<br><br>Our other appetizer was the Elliniki for $17.50 or $14 for the small. This was simple and fresh, but in retrospect, I probably would have preferred the agourontomata due to the large amount of bell peppers, as the best parts were the good-quality feta and the tomatoes, which the latter highlights. It was still pretty good, but I would only recommend it if you like green bell peppers.<br><br>For main dishes, the place focuses on seafood, and we ordered a few. First was the dish I regrettably couldn't eat due to my cephalopod allergy. This was the Oktapodi Scharas for $28.75. The dish came with two meatier pieces, as well as one thinner, more grilled section that focused on the tentacle. I could tell by cutting the dish for the table that it was extremely tender, and everyone loved it, with many people also using some of the remaining pita to dip into the very flavorful oil on the bottom.<br><br>The other seafood dishes were two Psari Scharas listed at MP/market price. The waiter went through the various options, and as we were getting some other food, I went with one around a pound and a half and another just over 2 pounds, with the prices at the end being pretty reasonable for the size, from what I recall. They also asked us if we wanted the whole fish or a filet, and we got the former, as many people, including myself, wanted the skin and didn't mind dealing with bones. Our choices were the Tsirpoura and the Lavraki. Of the two, I preferred the texture and flavor of the lavraki, but both were grilled perfectly.<br><br>The rest of the main dishes were from the Kreatika Sta Karvouna section and all dishes here came with a choice of vegetable, potato, or rice. The surprise hit of the night came from there, the Sykotaki Moscharisio for $24.50. The liver was grilled perfectly with a wonderful texture and a very mild offal flavor. For the side, I ordered the Patates Lemonates, which were standard.<br><br>There was also the solid Biftekia for $23. This came with three reasonably sized pieces of tender beef.<br><br>There was finally the Arni Kokkinisto for $23.75. This was the most basic presentation of any of the dishes, with the lamb being tender but not that flavorful, so I probably would get the ground beef version next time. This was partially fixed by the side of spanakoryzo, or rice pilaf with spinach, which was tasty with a good texture.<br><br>Sides in preference order- Spanakoryzo Gigantes, Patates Lemonates, Faolakia Yahni, Arakas.<br><br>At the end of the meal, they gave us each a free dessert, which I believe was semolina pudding, or halvas simigdalenios. It had a mild sweetness to it and a slightly gritty texture. A few others didn't like it, but a bunch of us did and happily had their portion as well. This place was reasonable, and the food was high-quality. Combine that with the friendly service, and there are obvious reasons why this spot has been around for so long. I would recommend them if you're looking for a casual Greek spot.

Bahari Estiatorio is one of Astoria's standout Greek spots, especially if you appreciate truly fresh seafood. The fish selection is excellent simple, clean, and perfectly prepared so the quality really shines. Everything tastes fresh and thoughtfully done, without being overcomplicated. The atmosphere is relaxed but refined, and the service is knowledgeable and friendly, especially when it comes to guiding you through the fish options. A great place for a classic Greek meal focused on freshness and quality

We got the grilled octopus, quail, fasolakia lathera, and lemon potatoes. The grilled octopus by far was the favorite. Texture and flavor were amazing. Quail was a little dry. I think next time, we’ll stick with the seafood options. Those also seem to be the more popular offerings. Sides were solid. Seems to be a good place for family dinners and gatherings.

The lamb was really good — flavorful, tender, and cooked well, just served at room temperature . The appetizer with the different dips was good and so was the house one. If the above had been the whole meal, I’d easily give this place 4 stars. Unfortunately, the chicken was a big letdown. It was bone dry and even a bit burned, which really took away from the overall experience.

good, authentic greek food in queens — the grilled octopus is a must. not a huge wait even for a late lunch on the weekend. the saha ali wasn’t my favorite but everything else hit. simple, homey feel inside. would return with a group to try more seafood.

The environment was nice, but overall, the experience didn’t live up to the expectations. I was surprised by the big difference between what we received and what others posted in their Google reviews—especially the $28 octopus dish, which came with just three tiny tentacles. I saw photos from other diners showing portions nearly twice the size. I'm not sure if there were other factors involved, but it felt inconsistent.<br><br>The other dishes were a normal size, but the T-bone steak was just okay. Honestly, I think I could’ve gotten a better sear on it myself at home.<br><br>All in all, it wasn’t terrible, but I wouldn’t go back. There are plenty of better options around—that’s just my opinion.

First time at this Greek restaurant and it was an amazing experience! We started with the grilled octopus and combo dips. Each one was fresh, flavorful, and perfect with the warm pita. The moussaka was rich and comforting and the lamb chops were grilled to perfection tender, juicy, and seasoned just right. Excellent service by our server George and a cozy atmosphere. Can’t wait to come back and recommend.