Madi Yanofsky

2 weeks ago

"Just moved to the neighborhood and finally got to check this place out. The vibe is so warm and welcoming. The service was incredible; Spiro and his team are amazing, and so was the food. It was one of the best dining experiences we've had in a while , perfect for a cozy date night. Highly recommend."

Claire Kutchka

a month ago

"Athena is a hidden gym. The chef comes out to talk to you and make suggestions. Everything is family recipes and from Greece. We tried as many things as possible on the menu. Every single thing was 10 out of 10. Incredible Greek wine selection. I can’t wait to go back!!!"

Izzy B (Izzy)

2 months ago

"The interior is cozy and service is great. We did not enjoy the food that we ordered. The fried calamari was chewy, the pasta with clam sauce was soupy, the rice tasted as if were boxed rice etc. To be fair this is only based on the food we ordered."

Eric Bond

2 months ago

"We showed up 4:45 after seeing a show at The Gallery Players down the street. Admittedly there were 8 of us and we didn’t have a reservation, but we were hungry and ready to eat. The guy who greeted us had an attitude almost immediately, told us we could only eat outside (which was what we wanted in the first place) and then proceeded to chastise us for not making a reservation. Honestly, that one interaction changed the tone of our whole group and no one felt welcomed after that, so we quickly decided that another restaurant in the neighborhood would probably be more welcoming and appreciative of our business."

Nicolas Rosselot

7 months ago

"Athena Mediterranean Cuisine in Park Slope is an absolute gem. From the moment we walked in, the staff made us feel completely at home—warm, welcoming, and genuinely happy to have us there. The service was above and beyond. Not only was everything served with a smile, but the staff even offered to prepare off-menu dishes just to make sure we were happy—without us even asking! The food was spot on. The octopus was tender and full of flavor, and the fried calamari hit all the right notes—crispy, not greasy, and really fresh. The place itself is spotless and comfortably air-conditioned, which was perfect for escaping the heat outside. One of the nicest touches: the chef personally greets the tables, which just adds to the family-style vibe of the place. And after we paid, he brought over a surprise shot of what he called "Windex"—a bright blue drink made with Curaçao, Greek anise, and who knows what else. Sounds odd, but it was actually delicious, and by then we trusted them with anything. Highly recommend—100%. If you're in the neighborhood, this is the kind of place that makes you want to come back, not just for the food, but for the people too."