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Thanasis


#101 of 596 restaurants in Athens
3.0 of 5 stars 60 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: Greek
  • Mitropoleos 69, Monastiraki square, Athens, Greece
  • +30 210 324 4705
  • Price range: £6-9 ($10-$15)

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3 of 5 stars
New York, NY
3 Aug 2009

You get what you pay for here at this small taverna in the middle of all the chaos. It was recommended by a Greek friend as a place to get something to eat while doing the touris thing near the market. The food was fresh and tasted great, the service was acceptable for such a busy place. My wife had... more

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4 of 5 stars
Greece
3 Aug 2009
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I read all reviews. Many and strong comments. Some are really bad. Some are really good. I am Greek, and I ve been there many times. Ok, the trust is GOOD POINTS: The food is tasty. The kebap are well grilled, but juicy same time. Prices are normal. It;s quick. Very cosy place. Good tzatziki to taste (not homemade, of... more

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5 of 5 stars
Boston
16 Jul 2009
1
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We ate all over the Cyclades prior to coming to Thanasis. The kebobs/gyros were by far the best. Service was fine, not spectacular but I would absolutely reccomend this spot. It is a quick, very cheap meal. We did a mix of fine dining and quick meals on the go. We typically seek out locations that are far removed from... more

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2 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor reviewer on Facebook
12 Jul 2009

Kebab wasn't bad, but pita too oily. more

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1 of 5 stars
Philadelphia, PA
9 Jun 2009

We ate here because both tripadvisor and our tour books recommended it. I think that the restaurant is writing their own good reviews because no tourist would want to eat here. The service is bad, the food is mediocre and expensive and there are people heckling you for money and trying to sell you things while you are eating including... more

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1 of 5 stars
drjits
1 Jun 2009
1
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We had some bad souvlaki on our recent trip to Athens, but Thanasis, despite its recommendation from various guide books, was by far the worst of the lot. Though they did have one of the better greek salads in the city, the quality of the meat was similar to old shoes, and the tzatziki was bland. The price is comperable... more

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3 of 5 stars
San Francisco, California
20 May 2009

Had several bone fragments in their "Thanasis kebab". That's all I have to say... more

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2 of 5 stars
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4 Dec 2008

Best Kebabakia portion in town (tasty and not that spicy....) more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor reviewer on Facebook
29 Nov 2008

only kebab here.....it is a kind of greek fastfood more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor reviewer on Facebook
6 Sep 2008

excellent greek salad, the tomatoes were amazing. pita bread and tzatziki were also excellent more

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Thanasis Address

Mitropoleos 69, Monastiraki square, Athens, Greece
Tel: +30 210 324 4705
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.