French Fries IN a Gyro? , 11/7/2009
Reviewer: Leslie
from Santa Barbara, CA
I ordered a Gyro to go. When I opened it, there was overdone meat with little or no tzaziki, tomatoes or onion. However there WERE French Fries. Don't know if the owner was trying to "stretch" the Gyro by skimping on real ingredients or what. Last time I checked fries were not part of a Gyro. I wish I hadn't left a tip in the jar. I feel totally ripped-off. I will not go back.
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EXCELLENT GYROS!!, 9/30/2009
Reviewer: Mike
from Carpinteria, CA
Finally got to try this place and it was great!! I ordered 2 gyros to-go and took them home to Carpinteria. They were perfect. The best I've had in a very long time. The girl who waited on me was very friendly (and VERY pretty too!) I'll definitely recommend this to my friends!
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great food and cheap, 8/14/2009
Reviewer: vanessa
from Santa Barbara, CA
the people working were really sweet and the food was great. i highly recommend this place.
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Really Good Turkey Sandwich, 8/3/2009
Reviewer: Allison Sebek
from Santa Barbara, CA
I randomly went to Greek House with a friend who raved about it. I ordered the turkey sandwich with avocado and sprouts and I want to say that it was the best turkey sandwich I have ever had! The bread was so so fresh. I've been there several times and the man is really nice. The first time I went our order took a really long time and he threw in baklava for free in return. It was amazing!!! All I have to complain about is the building itself, which is decorated like it came out of the nineties, and is way to small and claustrophobic to eat in.
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great food, super nice owner, 5/18/2009
Reviewer: sean jackson
from Santa Barbara, CA
i have been going here for about a year and a half, great tri tip sandwich, great falafels and all the gyro combinations are awesome. The owner is always really nice and he bakes amazing pastries.
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Kept my change, 5/4/2009
Reviewer: Eric
from Santa Barbara, CA
I ordered a mixed meat gyro to go. The guy behind the counter (not the owner, another middle-aged guy) wasn't that friendly. Then he took my money and didn't return my change! He just turned his back to me and started doing something else. I was going to put the change in the tip jar anyway, so I just left. But in retrospect, that's unacceptable! Hopefully it was just an honest mistake.
That said, the gyro was pretty good.
Greek House Cafe writes:
Thanks for the info. I have spoken to the employ as we feel the customer is always first. Thanks, Stan
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UNSANITARY, 5/4/2009
Reviewer: Aaron
from Santa Barbara, CA
I just went there to order a gyro and the kid there wasn't wearing any gloves and EATING something while preparing my gyro. Completely inappropriate and must be illegal for food prep. I can't believe that stuff still goes on. I am definitely NOT coming back after seeing that.
Greek House Cafe writes:
Yasas
This was totally not in our standards. This person no longer works for us and all staff has been informed of this violation. Thanks, Stan
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Wishing, 4/15/2009
Reviewer: Michelle M.
from Santa Barbara, CA
I have such high hopes for this place. I would love to support any local Greek eatery; yet I'm always disappointed. For the love of God, Please stop microwaving your chicken/ meats. It really effects the quality of the food. If you just change this one aspect of your establishment it would be a great improvement. Please set a higher standard for Greek food in SB we want to support you!!! it's just hard when the meat tastes like rubber. Everything else here taste wonderful; sauces salads... yum :)
Greek House Cafe writes:
Yasas
We do not have a microwave in our kitchen and am sorry the meat was overcooked. We will always replace your order if is not correct.
Thanks,Stan
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Yummy!, 12/17/2008
Reviewer: Brook
from Santa Barbara, CA
Great falafel!! I do agree that you need to call in your order if you don't want to wait, but the food is so good, it's worth the wait!
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You've got to wait, but it's good overall
Reviewer: Christina
from Santa Barbara, CA
Despite it's size, The Greek House is well worth it, taste-wise. We waited for a very long time for our Spanakopita because an oven has been down, apparently. (We noticed the cook was very stealthy and incognito in the back). That is the only downside-the wait. (3 stars for food)
A good tip-call about 15 minutes before you go, then your food will be ready when you get there!
Oh, the waitress behind the counter was very nice and welcoming. We've seen two ladies working there, a younger and an older. They are both very sweet. The younger one was there when we went. We wondered why she was working there and not at a more upscale restaurant! It must be worth it! (5 stars for service)
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worst meal ever in SB
Reviewer: Holly Micheletos
from San Francisco , CA
This was the worst experience of food ever. We entered on a Monday (probably our mistake). The man working was nice enough, the woman on the phone could care less that they had customers, but was happy enough to take our money. I cant beleve we didn't ask for it back. We had two gyros, one with the pressed meat which had been microwaved way too many times and was all dried out, the other with what was supposed to be pork contained dry cubes of white something, void of any flavor and not even edible. we asked for potatoes and they were french fries that had been cooked the day before (or maybe a few days before). All the food that was supposed to be hot was microwaved and cool by the time we bit into it. I cant even write anymore it was so bad I am disgusted that they call this food.
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Good, but needs a big deep breath...
Reviewer: Glen
from Santa Barbara
This place is great for lunch. But after trying multiple visits, I think the Greek House could benefit greatly from just taking a big deep breath and relaxing. Every time I have gone in, the staff seems in a panic that someone has entered the door. My last visit, they informed me that they didn't have any lamb today, because they forgot to order, because of something and oh! that's really because of ... etc, etc, etc. Whoa! Way too much detail on stuff I didn't need to know. I just wanted to know what was available. Every time, I leave feeling like I just completely stressed these people out for merely walking in the door. The funny thing is there is no need for apologies! The food is quite good and hits the spot every time.
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Great Food, Great People
Reviewer: Matt
from Santa Barbara, CA
Don't be fooled by some of the other posters here. If you're looking for excellent authentic Greek, then this is the spot. I'm a repeat customer and always leave feeling satisfied and full. My suggestion is to go for the Blend Gyro, what a great combo. Great stuff!
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Clean your place up!
Reviewer: Mike
from Santa Barbara
After the demise of the Italian Greek Deli and me craving a gyro, I rolled the dice and came up a loser at this place. Flies all over and just a grimy feel to the place. I was expecting a nice hot sandwich. What I got was a dry lukewarm concoction of what looked like processed meat with some lackluster filling. It was the strangest looking slab of "meat" I've ever seen at a restaurant. The salad was good but I'll spend my $8 elsewhere next time.
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Two thumbs down
Reviewer: Stew Brewstool
from goleta ca
The food here is just not good. I ordered a gyro and the food came out on a untoasted pita and the meat seemed like it had not been cooked. I took a small little bite of it and threw the rest away. I guess that gyro and soda was worth ten bucks not to mention the soggy baked fries that came with the meal. Dont go here its not worth it.
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Not as Greek as Mckensies
Reviewer: Marla
from Santa Barbara Ca
The Gyros at Mckensies ( little place that looks like a gas station acroos from Mkensies park on state.)
were much better. Very white and bland Greek food here. Hope it will improve.
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Missing the greek deli
Reviewer: R. Williams
from Santa Barbara, CA
I was craving a gyro and had heard great things about this place so I decided to pop in for a quick lunch. I was the only person in there. I ordered my gyro at the counter and sat down. It is not a very inviting place with only a few tables. Overall, the gyro was not good. The meat was dry and the bread/wrap was dry as well. I was disappointed and will not return.
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Opa!!
Reviewer: Alan Carey
from Santa Barbara
Sagapo!!
Great greek dishes!! Return time and time again---never a disapointment!
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You reviewers don't know what authentic is...
Reviewer: j
from SB
c'mon now... you guys are asking for card-board compressed meat shaved off a spit when he's serving you the real thing??? You all need to get out more. Ask for the Greek pizza (special request) next time you're in... goooooood stuff! We switched over when the Greek Deli closed down, trying to find a good Greek salad in town... well, they've got the Greek Deli beat hands down. Portions are huge, all ingredients fresh and ripe and good quality every time (except for the meat on the spit stuff you all insisted they put on their menu... that stuff's ok I guess, LOL)
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My new favorite!
Reviewer: Erica
from Santa Barbara
I recently enjoyed a take-away lunch from Greek House Cafe -- beef/lamb gyro (tasty, fluffy flat bread wrapped around meat, tomato, red onion, tzatziki, and potato) with a Greek salad on the side. For $8.35 (which includes tax) it was a deal: it could easily have served two for lunch! With amazing flavor, generous portions, and such fair pricing, Greek House Cafe is now a new favorite of mine. Given the small seating area, I recommend ordering to-go.
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