Greek food is filled with delicious, savory ingredients sure to please any palate. Whether you desire a hearty sandwich or a light snack and salad, Greek cuisine offers an assortment of dishes for both lunch and dinner. Below are five delicacies to try next time you head to a Greek restaurant.

What Food Should You Try at a Greek Restaurant?

1. Greek Salad

Tomatoes, green peppers, onions, cucumbers, and Greek olives tossed on a fresh bed of crisp lettuce is a staple dish. The delicious salad is topped with feta cheese and Greek dressing. Order a half size for a light lunch, or indulge in a whole order as your main meal. You can also split a Greek salad with the family.

2. Greek Gyro Sandwich

A staple of Greek food, the gyro sandwich includes savory beef slices wrapped in pita and topped with tomatoes and onions. Have your tzatziki sauce drizzled inside the sandwich or ask for it on the side so you can dip each scrumptious bite.

3. Grecian Shish-Kabob

Fresh cut pork marinated in vibrant spices is stacked on skewers alongside onions and green peppers with this Greek staple. The combination is then charbroiled, creating bite-sized pieces of perfectly grilled ingredients.

4. Mediterranean Specialty Pizza

Bring the flavors of Greek food onto your pizza slice. The Mediterranean specialty pie features spinach, feta cheese, and tomatoes. Choose a small personal pizza or select a medium or large to share with the entire family.

5. Greek Baklava

This authentic Greek pastry is filled with a decadent blend of sweet honey, nuts, and cinnamon. The dessert is the perfect way to top off a hearty helping of Greek food. 
 

At Gondola Pizza and Steak House, diners are treated to a delectable menu filled with Greek food, pizza, specialty pies, and steaks made from the best ingredients available. Serving residents of Cumberland County, TN, for more than 40 years, this family-owned restaurant is a top choice for lunch and dinner. Call (931) 484-7647 to speak to a member of the team or visit them online to view their menu.