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Classic Greek cuisine with modern interpretations. - Meli Estiatorio, Queens, NY

Meli Estiatorio

4.7
4.7
44 Reviews
$31 to $50
Greek
98-31 Metropolitan Ave, Queens, NY 11375-6640

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2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 20 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Neighborhood gem
Meli Estiatorio invites you to experience the pinnacle of Greek dining, where tradition meets innovation. Our culinary vision blends the timeless artistry of classic Greek cuisine with modern interpretations, creating a menu that surprises and delights. Every dish is crafted with the finest ingredients, showcasing inventive techniques that elevate beloved flavors to new heights. Paired with our expertly handcrafted specialty cocktails and served in an elegant, contemporary setting, Meli Estiatorio promises an unforgettable journey of taste and sophistication for discerning food and cocktail enthusiasts.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Greek, Mediterranean, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Wed–Sun 11:30 am–3:30 pm Dinner Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 44 people are saying

Meli Estiatorio reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Queens

    Best Ambiance

  • Queens

    Innovative

  • Queens

    Good for groups

  • Queens

    Great for fine wines

  • Queens

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Meli Estiatorio offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing ambiance" and authentic Greek cuisine. Guests praise the "friendly and attentive service" and "beautiful decor." The menu features standout dishes like "meli chips," "perfectly cooked salmon," and "phenomenal" lamb chops. It's a "gem" for anyone seeking quality Mediterranean food, worth every visit.

44 Reviews
  1. Marta VIP

    Atlantic City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My family and I went for lunch about a month ago. This time we went for dinner and it was amazing. As we were leaving we noticed a dj setting up. They have music on Thursdays and Saturdays, starts at 7pm.

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  2. Robyn

    New York City7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The salmon on the dinner menu was amazing! Great overall experience!

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  3. James

    Unspecified1 review

    3.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The food is good. Definitely not worth the exorbitant prices. The service was very good and attentive.

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  4. Donna

    Naples15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent!!! As soon as we walked in the door, everyone was so welcoming and friendly! The restaurant is BEAUTIFUL. The decor is stunning. You feel like you've been transported to Greece. We were there for lunch and the menu was perfect. We started with the Meli Chips and they were delicious. Two of us had the Pork Suvlaki and it was cooked to perfection, served on top of a pita with very fresh lettuce, tomatoes and red onions. The French Fries were just as good. Paired with one of their Greek Wines. The pairing worked really well with the food. A definite GEM of a restaurant!!!

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  5. Wanda VIP

    New York City7 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Wanted to try Melì as it’s a new restaurant in the neighborhood. The ambiance was nice. The pink flowers on the ceilings, raffia chandeliers and white painted brick walls are pretty. Our waitress was very nice and attentive. The food was average. The lobster pasta was bland but had nice chunks of lobster. The salmon entree was nice, with apricots in the farro. The Bombolino donuts with Nutella were the best part!! The bar area looked nice as well. And the DJ was playing cool music. Want to try again during Brunch!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    New York City2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So nice to have a greek spot in Middle Village. It's a super cute spot, great ambiance and service was great! It's a fun time and a great spot to go for some drinks. The drinks were perfect, went down smooth carefully curated. The food is where it missed for me. The appetizer (grilled calamari) and bread and olive oil were good, but the Fagri and lamb chops were just not worth it. The lamb chops are 60 dollars for 3 tiny lamb chops and a side of fries. They were over cooked and dry. The fish was gummy and slightly fishy tasting. So upsetting:(. But would try again just with different food.

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  7. AngelaD

    New York City3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sat quickly, ordered Meli zucchini chips were good, grilled octopus cooked well but could have used a splash of lemon, salmon was cooked medium very good but could have done without the chopped nuts, shrimp dish was in red sauce tasty. dessert was good. No DJ last night but very nice atmosphere. Bar is nice as well.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful customer service at the bar. Generous portions. Enjoyed the stuff calamari

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  9. Lisa

    New York City20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time eating at this venue and we were very happy. The service was excellent and the food was delicious! The ambiance is beautiful and everything we ordered was very good. We went for lunch on a Saturday and it was delightful. I highly recommend this restaurant.

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  10. MaryK VIP

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Meli is absolutely great! My husband and I went Saturday evening and as usual Meli did not disappoint on any count. The Meli vegetable chips were absolutely addictive and the tuna tartar has become a favorite of ours. We both had fish and it was cooked perfectly. Flakey and tender it was a great meal. We finished off with coffee and Ekmek for dessert which was light and sweet without being overly so and the perfect end to our evening. The service is attentive and prompt and while music was playing it was not so loud as to make any conversation difficult. We love coming here and Meli is great from start to finish!

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Meli Estiatorio is rated 4.7 stars by 44 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 20 times today
Google Map for Meli Estiatorio

98-31 Metropolitan Ave, Queens, NY 11375-6640

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Forest Hills
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Wed–Sun 11:30 am–3:30 pm Dinner Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Greek, Mediterranean, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
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