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It was a good dining experience. Friendly staff...until the bill arrived.
I was having dinner with four friends and the server, David, had split the bill two ways -- Seat 1 and Seat 2, and we're not sure why he did that.
Seat 1 was for one person and then David combined the other three people's bill as Seat 2. I mentioned to him that Seat 2's bill is three individuals so it should be split. He said he knows that, did the calculations in his head on the spot and told us our individual totals. I actually didn't hear him say that (whereas my friend did) so that was my error. I repeated again that Seat 2 should be split. David got a little irritated and said, "You aren't listening", and repeated himself again. We still didn't quite understand what was going on because we were so fixated on Seat 2 being three people's bill and that was a mistake on our part. Then David went back to his register and re-printed our bills separately and came back saying, "Here are your separate bills because you didn't believe me".
David, if you see this review, I apologize for not hearing what you were explaining but you didn't have to add that comment about us not believing you. My friends and I talked about what happened and we all agree we misunderstood the bill because we never saw a bill split in that way before.
Not a huge issue, I still tipped 18% even though our meal ended on a sour note.
I'm in love with the ambience of this restaurant- it truly is decorated with Greek vibes. When my friend and I went, it was just before Halloween and the waiter was dressed in a cute Minnie mouse costume, which I loved. We each ordered one small Stephos' souvlakia. I ordered the chicken one, which I really enjoyed. Even though I ordered the small size, the portion was really big and I was left full. They also offer free pita bread to accompany your dish.
The prices depicted on their Zomato are different; when I went it was more expensive. I think the souvlakia was around $2 more when I went. But it's definitely worth it- I loved the food there so much!
This is one of the places in Vancouver where you’d normally wait for almost an hour to be seated luckily enough when we got here it was just a bit almost lunch time so we got a table pretty quickly after we got seated a party of 40 people arrived (yay for our timing!). We got the Saganaki and the Lamb Souvlaki which were both really yum and their serving is really big! The staff were very friendly and I like the quaintness of the place. I will definitely go back to this restaurant when I’m back in Vancouver! ❤️
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This is a comfortable, casual Greek restuarant in Davie Village (they have another location on Robson) that's well-known for serving their entrees in large portions. Although their lamb is probably their most popular dish, being not the biggest fan of lamb, I opted to get a large Lasagana, which was tasty and quite filling. I also took their Moussaka to-go, which I reheated for lunch the next day, and quite enjoyed that dish as well. Unfortunately, as with most other places, they have significantly raised their prices over the years, although their current prices are still fairly reasonable. The service differs a bit depending on which server you get. While my server was more than decent, there was one guy named "Clinton" who seemed to be just exceptional: he introduced himself to everyone he was serving, went over all of the daily specials (which my server didn't), was attentive, and above all, was very friendly and cheerful. I'd highly recommend getting him, if possible.
Large Lasagna ($14.95):
4/5
The lasagna came with a small side of salad and a piece of pita bread. It was piping hot and topped with a good amount of delicious melted cheese that was crispy around the edges and gooey in the middle. The noodles were perfectly cooked and tender without being mushy. It was pretty "dry" in that there wasn't much sauce (which I didn't mind as I'm not the biggest fan of tomato sauce), but had a generous amount of ground beef. Personally, I did find it to be just a tad underseasoned. I didn't really care much for the salad, which consisted of peppers, tomatoes, cucumbers and olives dressed in a simple sweet vinaigrette. The pita, on the other hand, was delicious: soft and fluffy with a really nice chewy texture. Portion-wise, the dish didn't look very big, but was very filling (probably because of all the tasty cheese) and I was actually quite stuffed after finishing it.
Moussaka ($15.95):
*disclaimer: I didn't eat this right away, but took it home and reheated it for lunch the next day, and I don't know how much that might have affected the flavours*
4/5
This consisted of layers of ground beef, potatoes and eggplants that's topped with a thick layer of thick bechamel, and was again served with a small salad as well as pita bread. Unfortunately, since I took the moussaka to-go, it did end up falling apart a bit. Fortunately, what it lacked in appearance, it made up for it in taste. The ground beef was well-seasoned and flavourful, and the vegetables were tender. I did find the bechamel to be a bit bland and gummy, but still enjoyable. While not as filing as the lasagna, the portion was still pretty good.
Lamb was so good and tender. Good taste. Barbeque spareribs was also good, very tender.. Very satisfied and also the serving was worth it.....
Stepho's provided a pretty great ambience while serving a decent large plate of food for a reasonable price.
This place is consistently popular with lineups into the street, in all seasons.
If you value quantity over quality then this would be a good place to go!
Stepho's combines atmosphere, location, and excellent food for a winning combination. On a hot summer night the terrace seating boasts a plant overhang and lends a level of intimacy and privacy. The music selection is tasteful and lends an authentic vibe to the restaurant.
I tried the eggplant masala, and the portions were large but not overdone. There was more than enough in one portion for two people to leave sated and potentially with leftovers. The food itself was flavourful and balanced.
Our waiter was friendly, but perhaps had trouble balancing speaking to the guests with faster service. We waited about fifteen minutes for him to come after being seated, and an additional forty for our food despite the restaurant only being at around half occupancy.
Atmosphere: 4/5
Food: 5/5
Service: 4/5
It was a pleasant experience for me. Although my friend was not happy with the pork she ordered. Service was a bit delayed due to huge rush and less number of servers. Rice, bread etc was very good. Meat was a bit chewy.
I have nothing bad to say about this place. The food is 10/10, The price is reasonable, the ambience is perfect for a romantic date, the music is catchy and the service is quick. The Greek burger and lasagne are my two favourite dishes
This is an OMG greek resturant .. Its a Must try when you are In Vancouver .. you gotta Plan to wait in queue sometimes for an hour .. in Vancouver where it Rains alot you gotta Be ready for a rain coat while waiting outside .. when You get in and see The quality an Portion that is Hard to finish .. you will forget about the wait and enjoy the taste of heaven .
Waiters are all Davie street residents .who are so respectful and nice .
Enjoy it
A solid and time honored Greek restaurant with everything you expect from the potato to the perfectly cooked and perfectly spiced meats. Comfort food at its finest!
Verdict: Heavy, but affordable hearty rustic food. Warms the soul
What can I say about this place that hasn't been said before? This staple/dinosaur of Vancouver food scene has provided affordable Greek cuisine to the masses/broke college kids for decades now. Prices have gone up reasonably with the times, but it is still a must visit for me every winter. I would have never tried Greek food if it wasn't for this place and its prices back in the day.
The best Greek food ever! I still miss the food sometimes...no other Greek restaurant has even come close.
Not just that, the service is super quick (even though the place is ALWAYS full), and it's so prettily done up.
A couple people have been telling me this is the go-to place in Vancouver for Greek food, and I finally got to try it out. I was also told that there would be long line-ups, but that wasn’t the case at all — the restaurant was pretty empty on a Friday evening, although it was quite early (around 5:30). It did get busier by the time we left, but there was never a line.
Had the lamb. Lamb was excellent, Greek potatoes top notch, veggies good and pita fresh. Service fast and friendly. Prices very reasonable-. Would definitely go again.
Great greek place with good prices and generous portions. I always leave with left overs to take home. Only downside is they don't take reservations. Go either early or later to avoid line ups. My faves: roast lamb, mussels, cheeseballs & calamari.
Great food . Good service .Had to wait for a long time to a get a seat .. I like this one more than the one on Robson .. And extremely filling . The funny things is the difference between their large and small plates is a stick of kabab .. This one is more intimate
A while ago, my aunt and I decided to have lunch at our family favorite greek restaurant. I was expecting a long line because the last time I was around the city stepho's always always have long lines. Upon arriving, I was shocked to see they are no long lines and the restaurant was not even full. My aunt said, since they increase their price they haven't had any lines anymore.
Nevertheless, I need to go to stepho's because this is the only place that has the yummiest snails and prawns. As always I was not disappointed by it, definitely be back for more snails and prawns before going back to the Philippines.
Hadn't been to Stephos for a while so I decided to head there for lunch. Not as cheap as it used to be, prices have gone up but that has not deterred people from coming. Got there at around 1 and there was a huge line up like always. While the portions are still large, the food was kind of bland. It came super fast, but was missing taste. Even my staples, chicken souvlaki and calamari were underwhelming.
My husband and I had a wonderful dining experience. Our waiter was prompt, courteous and very hard working. The whole time we were there the place was hoppin' and our waiter was on point! We shared a hummus plate which was so good. The texture was velvety and with a rich garlic taste. I had the lamb souvlaki, which was on point, and my husband had the moussaka and both portions were more than ample. It was a satisfying dining experience and we both left full and happy.
Recommended place by a friend.
The lamb chops and shrimp were really good. Meatball was too dry. Caesar salad was okay. Value for money. Overall, I would come back and try their other dishes.
Food was great. Loved the mussels and prawn Souvlaki. Service was well and good although could be improved. The ambiance made me feel like I'm actually somewhere in Greece. Will be back again!
Padaika dish is bit dry a few times I ate there but their roast lamb is quite juicy but I wouldn't say it's exceptional or great. They give you little bit bigger portion by giving you lots of vegetables. The food is alright but not my favourite Greek restaurant.
First time trying Greek food and I was blown away! The presentation is not the best but the taste is amazing !! I loved the lamb it was perfectly cooked!!! The bread they give you is amazing with their humus :)))
Always a great place to eat and hang out with friends. Big portions and super cheap. Love the roast lamb, souvlaki, calamari even the lasagna is great
Stepho’s is known for quick, cheap, tasty Greek food. They have two locations in downtown Vancouver. The original location is on Davie Street and they have been there for 20 years. Their newer location is on Robson Street. They do not take reservations, first come first serve only. Be prepared to wait if you are going on the weekend at dinner time. Try and catch an earlier dinner if you really want to eat here (before 6 pm).
Ben and I went for a walk at the north side of the False Creek on a gloomy Saturday morning. It drizzled before we started the walk and we were glad that we did not give up and continued with our walk. We walked 20,000 steps that morning. After the walk, Ben rewarded me with a good lunch. He brought me to Stephos. Since it was still 5 minutes before the restaurant opened for lunch, there was only one group of about 10 in line.
For Stepho’s, you need to get there early, because they do not take reservations.
Given its affordability in price and the amount of food you get in return, the restaurant is always bombarding with customers wanting for more.
If you live in Vancouver, and love greek food, you've probably been to Stepho's. If you've never been and are from Vancouver, you probably live under a rock. For cheap greek food in downtown Vancouver, we highly recommend checking out Stepho's, its cheap, fresh and delicious. As you can see the portion is large as well, my chicken souvlaki cost me about $13, and I was completely satisfied. If you haven't been there for any reason, I highly recommend checking it out
Like most of the reviews said, quantity over quality. The food is definitely mediocre but if you're looking for a cheaper greek restaurant, go here. I had the garlic prawns and they were fairly bland (but the shrimp had a nice snap). I don't recommend getting this dish, but I tasted the other dishes around my table and they were fine. Our waiter was very nice, but some of the waiters/waitresses seemed like they didn't know what they were doing (wandering around like a zombie & asking if they wanted our bones to be packed with our leftovers).
I've been here quite a few times. Food is always consistent, delicious, and portions are HUGE. Souvlaki is spiced perfectly, and the Greek salad does not skimp on the feta or olives. Be prepared to wait in line.
Why I love this place: big portions reasonable price, however the quality would not be deemed the best. The meat is usually dry and the rice a tad oily.
Would I come back: yes, just because I love getting take out and eating at the beach.
Would I recommend it to others: yes, just because it's such an institution in Vancouver, you have to try at least once.
This is my go to place for Greek food. No place can beat their prices and their great service. Not to mention the amount of food you get for a small price is awesome!
I love coming here. You cannot beat the prices and the amount of food you get. Service is always quick, but somehow there is still always a line. Make sure you get there early!!
Favourite Greek. I love Stepho's. I've been coming back for 4 years now. The lamb dinner is always juicy and filled with rice, potatoes, salad etc. Slouvaki is very good and so is spanokopita (excuse spelling).
Great food and an unbelievable price. Just remember to come early lunch/dinner rushes are busy with lines out the door at times.
Waiting For Your Food Is Worth It .... it is not premium Quality Food!. This place is a busy place in the evening with long lineup. Waiting for a table, waiting to be serve, waiting for you food is all worth it. It is good food that is fairly priced. It is not the best food a person can, but what do you expected for the price of the food in this type of restaurant. It is good quality food for a middle quality type restaurant. It is not a high end, high service place. It is the wrong type of restaurant if you are look for a place where all the millionaires go to. This is not a fast food place.
I love the Greek chicken and lamb souvlaki. The Greek Salads are very taste. My friends and I come to the place when we are in the downtown area a lot of time. The westend restaurants can be pricy, but the prices in the menu are still fair. In general, the prices of food in the Vancouver downtown are not cheap. Do not expect A1 services and A1 quality.
I could eat at Stepho's everyday. The best value of money. Food is so tasty and cheap!
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Cheap, Good, Great Portions, GREAT VALUE (See the single $ in the details?). I'm taking my garlic-tinted glasses off for a bit to write an honest review here. I love Stephos (and I loooove garlic), and Stephos is a must-eat every time I'm in Vancouver. I've never had a bad experience (I have had good-but-not-great experiences). That said, I've had many friends leave slightly underwhelmed. I'm pretty sure I've just been lucky to never get a "miss" day, but Stephos seems like it's now a somewhat "hit or miss" place. In my mind, it's definitely more often a "hit," but the hordes of reviews below me can't all be lying.
That said, the Tiroboukes are to die for (as is the garlic dip), and staples like Souvlaki platters are always great. I've had somewhat bland potatoes once, but I've gone many many times (and usually their mustard-roasted potatoes are great!). The last thing to be said is just how much value you get here! Stephos has prices like an Opa!, with food as good as a quality greek restaurant, and amazing portions. I think that's really what's captured Vancouver's heart as a downtown staple.
With all the "miss" reviews below, I can't pretend like Stephos is the best Greek in Vancouver (though I'd say it's certainly in the running), but what I can say is that Stephos has the BEST VALUE IN VANCOUVER, hands down.
p.s. I usually go with a chicken souvlaki platter.
Best lamb I've had in years. Excellent meal! Will be back again.
Great Meal. We really enjoyed our meal and service. The prices are extremely good. It was busy, but we well looked after. Will eat here again.
Great atmosphere and friendly servers, portions were huuuuuge! Tried the calamari dinner, unfortunately my calamari was a bit rubbery/ chewy.. But other than that I'd definitely come back and try another dish :)
Fresh and flavourful Greek food! 🥘
This place is super busy and popular, and served amazing Greek food! Certainly one of the best Greek places I've been, with generous portion and amazing flavors. 🥰
The pricing is just right for large platters. I ordered a roast lamb and my friend ordered a souvlaki platter. The food was so tasty but the large portion meant we both couldn't finish
Husband and I decided on a whim a couple weeks ago to try Stepho’s after nearly 5 years of not going. Stepho’s has always been known for their generous and delicious portions. So we went in with some pretty high expectations.
There are Covid protocols in place - masks, plastic dividers, vaccine passport checks, etc. Super friendly service from everyone, especially from our waiter.
We ordered the Calamari and Roast Lamb plate. Huge portions as expected. Calamari tasted fresh, crispy batter and soft tender inside. Salad, potato and rice was great as well. The Roast Lamb was cooked to perfection, and fell right off the bone. Everything was nicely seasoned.
All in all, Stepho’s is still the same as it was 5 years ago - wonderful and a must try if you’re in the mood for Greek cuisine in the area.
We are so fortunate to have this place just a few minutes walk away from home. It never gets old for us. Delicious high quality plates. Do yourself a favor and visit this lovely restaurant.
It's cozy and lovely.
The food is delicious. The portions are so big that one is more than enough for 2 people. The prices are reasonable as well.
The place was so old and the design was so simple that it all seemed to be a time travel.
Andrew Burke (SciEngArt)
+5
World class Greek food at the same price as a Big Mac Meal, coupled with a cozy environment and fantastic customer service!
If you want a solid dining experience, Stephos will rock your world!
Chicken was crunchy on the outside, soft and juicy on the inside, with the perfect amount charbroiled.
The salad was beautifully made with fresh feta, and veggies. The rice was fresh, rich and was cooked to perfection.
All around, I give you a solid 5 stars!
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