The 5 best Greek spots in Tampa

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Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top Greek spots around Tampa, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to fill the bill.

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1. Zeko's Mediterranean Grill

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First on the list is Zeko's Mediterranean Grill. Located at 3609 E. Busch Blvd., the Mediterranean, Greek and fast food spot is the highest-rated Greek restaurant in Tampa, boasting 4.5 stars out of 300 reviews on Yelp.

2. Acropolis Greek Taverna

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Next up is Acropolis Greek Taverna, situated at 14947 Bruce B Downs Blvd. With four stars out of 290 reviews on Yelp, the Mediterranean and Greek spot, offering beer, wine and spirits and more, has proven to be a local favorite.

3. Mamas Kitchen

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Forest Hills's Mamas Kitchen, located at 9312 N. Florida Ave., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the breakfast and brunch, Greek and traditional American spot four stars out of 150 reviews.

4. Louis Pappas Fresh Greek

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Over in Palma Ceia, check out Louis Pappas Fresh Greek, which has earned four stars out of 118 reviews on Yelp. You can find the Greek spot, which offers salads and sandwiches, at 3409 W. Bay To Bay Blvd.

5. Little Greek Restaurant

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Last but not least, there's Little Greek Restaurant, a Palma Ceia West favorite with four stars out of 105 reviews. Stop by 1155 S. Dale Mabry Highway, Suite 3 to hit up the Greek spot next time the urge strikes.


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