If you’re thinking of trying Greek cuisine for the first time, you might not be sure where to begin. This type of diverse food offers meat, seafood, and vegetable offerings, all richly spiced. The combinations are mouth-watering and intensely flavorful. Here are a few favorite Greek food options to explore.

Greek Dishes to Try for the First Time

1. Spanakopita

A favorite in Greek cuisine, vegetarians will love this light spinach pie. It’s made with flaky phyllo dough and layered with herbed spinach and feta cheese. Some varieties also include onions for an added crunch. The flavor is both buttery and savory.

2. Souvlaki

Souvlaki is also a favorite for its versatility. The dish consists of pork or chicken skewers served with tzatziki—a yogurt sauce—pita bread, and rice. Some eateries also carry vegetarian varieties.

3. Moussaka

Moussaka is a delicious celebration of Greek cuisine. The dish consists of ground meat, potatoes, eggplant, and béchamel sauce, a roux with milk. It’s then baked to a golden brown.

4. Gyro

Gyros are a classic Greek sandwich. Typically made with layers of rotisserie-cooked lamb or chicken, they may also contain beef or pork. They’re paired with tomatoes, onions, greens, and tzatziki sauce, wrapped in pita bread.

5. Baklava

You can’t go wrong with a serving of baklava as the perfect finish to your Greek meal. It consists of layers of phyllo dough soaked in honey, topped with pulverized pistachios, almonds, or pecans.

Are you ready to indulge your craving for authentic Greek cuisine? Visit Yia Yia’s Homemade Greek Food in Manhattan’s Lenox Hill. The restaurant offers a menu full of delicious favorites, including gyros, souvlaki, spinach pies, Greek salad, moussaka, and baklava. There’s something for everyone on the menu, from meat lovers to vegetarians. Visit the website to browse the menu, or call (212) 452-1210.