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Ithaka Greek Restaurant

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Ithaka Greek Restaurant is a family-owned business that celebrates culinary and Greek cultural traditions through authentic, healthy and lovingly-prepared food. Be our guest! We have moved into our newly renovated location at 716 Burdett avenue. We look forward to seeing you soon!
PRICE RANGE
US$11 - US$18
Special Diets
Gluten Free Options, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options
Meals
Dinner
CUISINES
Mediterranean, Greek, Healthy, Grill
FEATURES
Free Wifi, Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Free off-street parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, BYOB, Gift Cards Available
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Reviewed 2 days ago

We ate here last week for the first time. It was recommended to us by the hostess at our B and B. From the moment we made a reservation until we left we were given outstanding personal and professional service. On the phone, at the...hostess station, and by our server we were treated like royalty. We ordered two flight tastings of Greek wines and our server was excellent is describing all six, and recommended the order of tasting. My wife enjoyed the whites and likewise I enjoyed the reds. Our food was delivered promptly. I ordered the slow-roasted lamb shank. This is a meal I order often. Here it was simply perfect. The meat fell off the bone, the jus was perfect, the roasted zucchini and carrots were cooked tender with a bit of bite, the rice was tender and the roasted potatoes complimented the meat and absorbed the jus. My wife had a baked spinach and cheese dish that she loved. We were escorted to the front door where the hostess, manager and server all thanks us for coming. A nice touch. Our experience could not have been better. We shall return.More

Date of visit: March 2023
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

I am not typically a fan of Greek for an evening out and I've passed this restaurant many times. We stopped in for a bite tonight and I was delighted to see a beautiful decor, warm welcome and hear Greek music. The chicken souvlaki was...so delicious, my husband jokes that I was at risk of licking the plate! Dimitri our server was a consummate professional. We'll be back!!More

Date of visit: March 2023
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Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Had been a few years since our last visit and we’re in Victoria for a couple of days so reserved for dinner. As before the service , ambiance and service were special. Just a wonderful evening. Thank you. We both had lamb shanks which were...large and tender. Vegetables were crisp and fresh.mMore

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed February 8, 2023

Authentic Greek cuisine done to perfection with outstanding service! Dinner out with my wife and it was a great atmosphere :)

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed January 30, 2023

We had a great dinner. Food was delicious...lamb perfectly cooked as was the zorba platter. Service was really good...friendly and prompt. We will definitely go back.More

Date of visit: January 2023
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ithakagreekrestaurant, Owner at Ithaka Greek Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded February 6, 2023

Hello Fran, Thank you for taking the time to write a review on trip advisor regarding your experience. I am glad you had a great dinner and found the lamb to be delicious. We have a fantastic service team. We look forward to seeing you...More

Reviewed December 16, 2022 via mobile

We planned on hooking up with friends on the 13th and they asked for a good place to have dinner. We recommended Ithaka. We thoroughly enjoyed our evening and meal. Very good service and excellent meals. On this night we chose the dinner for four....Excellent variety. If you are looking for a great restaurant downtown, this is it! Enjoy.More

Date of visit: December 2022
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Reviewed December 2, 2022

Whenever I’m in Victoria I always try to visit Ithaka. The food is always excellent and the staff are friendly, attentive and efficient. Such a treat.

Date of visit: December 2022
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Reviewed November 24, 2022 via mobile

Won't recommend or go back. Food served faster than McDonalds drive through. Hadn't finished the tiny hummus appy when the mains were plunked down in front of us.More

Date of visit: November 2022
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ithakagreekrestaurant, Owner at Ithaka Greek Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded February 6, 2023

Hello licav2015, Had you expanded in your review in a constructive manner, I would have been able to be of more assistance after hearing about your experience. I would have listened to your feedback, hear your opinion and looked to find a resolution. Although you...More

Reviewed November 12, 2022

The waiter we have was very pompous and not at all friendly and that was not enjoyable. We gave a reasonable tip because we think the rest of the staff was okay. We been at this restaurant at least three times in recent years (first...time at this new location) & have decided we will not go back. All three times the food was okay but this time the price was extremely expensive for the type & quality of the food. There are so many other restaurants that are so much better service and value.More

Date of visit: November 2022
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ithakagreekrestaurant, Owner at Ithaka Greek Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded February 6, 2023

Hello 738fk, I do appreciate your feedback. But your review seems a little odd. I am not doubting your view, however it would be of more help to understand your review better. I am puzzled by this pompous server who was not friendly. All 3...More

Reviewed November 6, 2022 via mobile

Describing a take-out experience as blowing me away seems like an exaggeration but our experience truly did blow me away. We initially reserved to dine in but we could not find parking nearby. I called to tell them and asked if we could order take...out as our hotel room had a nice dining area. They said the take out department would phone me for my order. Having used take out quite a bit during the pandemic I was not optimistic but open to what ever happened. A delightful fellow called in just a few moments and happily took my order, repeated it back to me, actually checked with the kitchen to see when we should expect to pick up and I hung up amazed. He said they would call me when the food was ready, likely 25 minutes. Exactly twenty five minutes later he called to say it was ready. I went in the restaurant which was teeming with staff and customers and was immediately approached by a woman who worked there. I said who I was and she said Oh Kellie, picked up a radio and called someone and handed me a slip she just printed from a computer. It was the bill so I paid it and our food instantly appeared. The woman even said how nice it was we could dine at our hotel and that she was sorry we couldn’t find parking. Overall from the initial reservation to the quality of the food this was a fantastic take out experience! I can’t wait to dine in one day!More

Date of visit: November 2022
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Reviewed October 31, 2022

It was so nice to finally return to Ithaka. This visit was notable for a couple of reasons: 1) It was my first time here since before the omnipresent pandemic; and, 2) This also represented my first visit to Ithaka since they moved to their...new location on Burdett Avenue. Thus, some burning questions had to be answered: Did the pandemic impact them in any noticeable way? Has the new – much larger space – changed the way the Adamopoulos family executes their business (food)? Ithaka re-located to the space formerly occupied by Millos in October 2020. The move was a gamble because we were (and still are) in the midst of a global pandemic; however, at the time it was doubly risky because we were still living with ever fluctuating health restrictions. In a very real sense, then, Ithaka went against the grain. At a time when most restaurants were downsizing or outright closing, Ithaka took a calculated risk and expanded – moving from 75 seats (at their former Yates Street location) to more than double at 167 seats (Burdett). Personally I quite enjoyed the new space. It’s far roomier than the old location but, despite this, retains the cozy feel I appreciated at the former Yates Street restaurant. Part of this has to do with the warm décor, but much more so with the exceptional staff. From start to finish, we were treated very well – like guests in someone’s home rather than a restaurant. Indeed, small things like this help Ithaka to stand out and demonstrate, only too clearly, why they remain on TripAdvisor’s “top 10” in Victoria. When it came to food, we ordered a number of appetizers: Saganaki (a must have), Gigantes, and a bowl of Avgolemono. We thoroughly enjoyed all three, but I’d have to say the gigantes highlight what Ithaka does so well. The gigantes are basically giant butterbeans “in a zesty tomato & vegetable herb infused sauce” with diced onion and pita. On the surface, it’s a simple and straightforward dish, but the level of flavour achieved is deceptively complex. And so it is with pretty much all Ithaka does: Greek comfort food at a high level. Our mains – the Prawn Souvlaki and Zorba’s Dinner – also highlighted this. Of course, when you visit Ithaka, you cannot go without dessert. The Tiramisu remains some of the best I’ve ever had and Maria’s house-made ice cream is smooth and creamy – the perfect conclusion to any meal! OPA! FOOD: 5/5 SERVICE: 5/5 VALUE: 5/5 RECOMMENDATION: Has the COVID impacted Ithaka in a noticeable way? Not that I can see. The atmosphere is still vibrant and the staff remain warm and personable. Does the larger space impact food quality? Definitely not! The food is still made with love, tastes amazing and offers exceptional value. In short, the food and service at Ithaka remains beyond reproach. Highest recommendation! PS: If you found this review helpful in any way please consider hitting the "helpful" button!More

Date of visit: October 2022
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Reviewed October 29, 2022 via mobile

Always a good meal here. Portions are a good size and reasonably priced. Service is excellent despite staffing shortages elsewhere, so a sign of good management? This is our go to place when in Victoria!

Date of visit: October 2022
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Reviewed October 25, 2022

We really enjoyed our time at the Ithaka Greek Restaurant. Having never really tried authentic Greek food, we thought it was great. The staff were very cordial and helpful and friendly. We would definitely recommend this place! One word of warning...we paid in US cash...thinking they would recognize the exchange rate. They don't and although the menu was in Canadian currency, they charged us the 20% more as they said they didn't have the staff to figure out the exchange. First place here in Victoria that has done that.More

Date of visit: October 2022
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ithakagreekrestaurant, Owner at Ithaka Greek Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded February 6, 2023

Hello Kenton, Thank you for taking the time to review Ithaka on trip advisor. I am glad that you had an enjoyable experience at my family's Greek restaurant. In regards to your ordeal with the US cash dollar exchange. It is clear that something is...More

Reviewed October 21, 2022 via mobile

The Ithika restaurant embodies the Greek “Philoxenia” - make friends with strangers. The staff was friendly and eager to learn where we were from what brought us to Victoria. The atmosphere very comfortable and fun. The food hwas exquisite, reasonably priced with plentiful portions and...the service was prompt and personalized! We especially enjoyed the saganaki! Dimitri is a welcoming host and eager to ensure everything was to our liking. We will definitely return to Ithika on our next trip to Victoria.More

Date of visit: October 2022
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Reviewed October 6, 2022 via mobile

Delicious food and generous portions. The staff are very pleasant and helpful. The atmosphere and decor is very authentic and reminded me of my time living in Cyprus. We had a lovely night and would highly recommend this restaurant. Adrianna Hegarty, Ireland.

Date of visit: October 2022
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Sorry unsure about that but still worth a visit.
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We do our rendition of zorba's dance most evenings at Ithaka. It's spontaneous and do our dance when we have a few minutes during our dinner service. It's not cirque de soleil, but our guests enjoy it. It's fun, come check... More
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Yes, Ithaka Greek Restaurant offers takeaway services.

Yes, Ithaka Greek Restaurant is taking precautions against COVID-19. A full list is available within the "safety precautions" section of this page.

Ithaka Greek Restaurant is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 5
  • Value: 4.5
  • Atmosphere: 4.5