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0.5 km from The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)
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*Celebrate Easter at Loi Estiatorio! We will be open from 12pm-19pm for indoor and outdoor dining, as well as takeout and delivery on Sunday, March 31st with our Easter Specials, served alongside our a la carte menu! Spring has sprung at Loi Estiatorio, and we look forward to celebrating with you!* With the International Ambassador of Greek Gastronomy, Chef Maria Loi, at the helm, Loi Estiatorio is a Mediterranean oasis in the heart of Manhattan, celebrating the flavors and hospitality of Greece, like the Greeks. Loi Estiatorio is an upscale take on Chef Loi's homeland cuisine, an ode to her roots with a unique and innovative twist. The menu is 100% butter free.
PRICE RANGE
₱1,502 - ₱3,616
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Drinks
CUISINES
Mediterranean, Greek, Seafood, European, Healthy
FEATURES
Delivery, Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Gift Cards Available, Accepts Discover, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Outdoor Seating, Street Parking, Wine and Beer, Non-smoking restaurants
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Reviewed 6 days ago via mobile

The service was excellent and the food very good! The lady serving us arranged a dish combination for me to support my Keto/gluten free diet. My husband had the lentil soup and the lamb dish which were both great. They have a nice selection of...greek wines. The ambiance was not what we expected. It was very quiet. Oksana was our server and we truly appreciated her. I would recommend this restaurant.More

Date of visit: March 2024
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Reviewed 2 weeks ago

The most authentic Greek food in NYC...all prepared without butter! In a city with so many culinary delights, finding a restaurant that consistently delivers both delicious food and a welcoming atmosphere can be quite special. Almost 10 years for me! The staff goes above and...beyond to create a memorable experience and make you feel like family. And then there's the incomparable and indefatigable Chef Maria Loi, the "Julia Child of Greece", who greets all patrons with her signature smile! Loi will capture your palate and heart!More

Date of visit: March 2024
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Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

Lovely spot for lunch with lots if soups including a bone broth mushroom that was excellent. I chose plastic hip snd my wife chose spanikopitka which was quite good. The desserts however was not. The walnut cookies weee not and that day the rice pudding...was not ready. Still Services’s was fine and the glasses of wine were a nice complement to the meal. I would return happily.More

Date of visit: February 2024
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Reviewed January 30, 2024 via mobile

We loved the octopus and the bronzino. Top notch. Our first order of grilled calamari was burned, and bitter. When we said so, it was quickly replaced by the delectable octopus . The service was excellent. The only reason it is 4 and not 5,...is because the grilled calamari was inedible. Other than that, we loved this restaurant.More

Date of visit: January 2024
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Reviewed December 31, 2023 via mobile

Delicious Greek cuisine! We just split a bunch of appetizers and desert, but all were flavorful and delicious! Wait staff was friendly

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed December 19, 2023

Dined at Loi Estiatorio with friends during a NYC visit. Fabulous dining with choices of branzino and traditional Greek dishes of eggplant and greek lasagna with a bottle of Greek Sauvignon Blanc. Warm welcome from Chef Maria Loi and efficient professional staffing. Quiet environment conducive...to conversation. Would love to return when in NYC again.More

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed December 11, 2023 via mobile

The food was delicious, with nice portions and reasonably priced for this high quality restaurant. The wine list was extensive with wines priced in all categories. The staff was very attentive and the service was excellent. My wife and I would definitely go back again.

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed October 28, 2023 via mobile

I had the pleasure of dining at the best Greek restaurant, and it exceeded all my expectations. Every dish we ordered was not only delicious but also incredibly authentic, offering a true taste of Greece. The service was exceptional, and the gesture of providing honey...and a complimentary dessert was a delightful surprise that added to the overall positive experience. This restaurant is, without a doubt, a hidden gem that's absolutely worth a visit. An amazing culinary journey with authentic Greek flavors and outstanding service.More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed October 13, 2023

A group of seven of us for dinner and it was great. Service, drinks, dinner and deserts could not have been better. We get to the city 4 or 5 times a year and always find a Greek restaurant to try but now we have...found the best and do not need to keep looking. The Octopus starter was the best I have ever had. I could go on about all the dishes all which were great.More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed August 19, 2023 via mobile

We went here for dinner because the rating was so high. It’s a cute little place, but the food was very mixed at best. I had the lamb osso buco, which was very nice. My adult son had the chicken which was overcooked and mushy...and my wife’s shrimp pasta was very average. My brother-in-law and his partner weren’t particularly excited about their food either. The hummus appetizer is excellent, but otherwise, this place is highly overrated and the food doesn’t compare to the hundreds of extraordinary restaurants in the city. They also don’t particularly accommodate the non-drinking community as the only had one non-alcoholic beer left (the waiter didn’t even know if they had it, but was able to scrounge one bottle) and don’t have any other mocktails. This is certainly not something to go out of your way for.More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed August 13, 2023

This is the perfect spot for a wonderful Greek meal. The chef and owner Maria Loi is a warm and excellent chef. She greets everyone. The food is farm to table and Maria uses no butter or fried foods. You feel as if you are...family. There is a very nice cocktail menu and excellent wine list. The server was so helpful in giving us suggestions. The branzino was so well prepared. The service was super attentive but not fussy. Make a reservation and go.More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed July 14, 2023 via mobile

This afternoon we have been blessed in our research for a quick dinner after coming from Europe. Very close to our hotel, we walked to this restaurant without reservation and from that moment we enjoyed a memorable genuine greek food experience. Three salad plates (greek,...halloumi and spinach pie) very tasty and a seafood orzo stew well blended made our mouths watering. Manager, maitre and waiter did the rest: friendly and professional service. Looking forward to be back next trip in NY.More

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed June 24, 2023

Not at all impressed. The chicken soup had a couple pieces of chicken and hardly any orzo or pasta. Flavor bland. Son in law had the bean salad and it was only beans nothing else that would consider it a salad. Spinach pie was OK....I make mine with butter between sheets not olive oil. Big difference. My grandsons Octupus was cut into small pieces instead of served whole??? My husbands Shrimp and Pasta didn’t have orzo and the pasta substituted took over the dish, too much Red sauce. The Village Salad was the best thing on the menu. Owner Very Nice and hate to leave a bad review, just being truthfulMore

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed June 10, 2023 via mobile

We had the most wonderful late lunch/early dinner. Chef Loi prepares everything per her own fantastic recipes using all premium ingredients, many specially imported for her restaurant. She stopped by our table a spoke briefly with us about ourselves, Chicago, and Greece. The spreads were...extra wonderful on the house made pita chips. The salad dressing was carefully balanced with her own olive oil and vinegar over bright, perfect vegetables and feta. The spinach pie was also really great! The yogurt, honey, and walnuts and house made baklava was a great way to round out the meal! We left feeling like family and can’t wait to return.More

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed June 5, 2023 via mobile

Form the time you walk into this gem of a restaurant you ar e greeted with smiles and a helpful professional staff that wants to make your evening enjoyable. Service is important but I. Addition to great service is great good prepared by Chef Maria...Loi who greeted each diner personally. I believe she is also the owner of the restaurant. This restaurant provides great food, great service in a beautiful setting at reasonable prices. Highly recommended.More

Date of visit: June 2023
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This is a smaller establishment and provides a very intimate setting. The noise level is low.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Loi Estiatorio

Yes, Loi Estiatorio offers takeout services.

Yes, Loi Estiatorio offers delivery services.

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Loi Estiatorio is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travelers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 5
  • Value: 4.5
  • Atmosphere: 4.5