The gyro is freshly made, not the frozen type used by many restaurants. Wl seasoned and tasty. Platter meals also very good. Small establishment with good food.

My husband and I were looking for a no frills restaurant where we could take our 3 year old and not stress. I didn't want to go to a fast food restaurant and saw that Plaka had good reviews, so we gave it a try....More

I've been to this restaurant several times and it does not disappoint. I eat in with friends and get take out for the family. The food is delicious and the service is excellent.

It doesn't look like much from the outside but inside is the best Greek food you will ever have! I have lived in Bay Ridge for 36 years and other places I have tried do not compare. The gyros are perfect. Whether you get chicken...More

I've been to a lot of "greek" restaurants but most have Americanized the cuisine and are nowhere near being real Greek cuisine. If you have fond memories of your vacations in Greece, this place will make you think you are back in Greece. This is...More

I have been to about 2 dozen greek restaurants but none were as good as Plaka Taverna on 4th Ave and 86th St in Bay Ridge. For a small restaurant, they have a good selection of authentic Greek food. I went here for 4 decades...More

I dine here often. it helps that they make dishes just like my grandmother made them. No other Greek restaurant I've tried uses the same recipes. Every is fresh, and fairly inexpensive.