If you love discovering new flavors, Fort Lauderdale is full of amazing dining options, but few experiences compare to the authentic taste of Greece. At Greek Islands Taverna, we’ve been serving traditional Greek food to locals and visitors since 1999, right here on North Ocean Boulevard. Whether you’re new to Greek cuisine or a longtime fan, here are the top 5 Greek dishes to try in Fort Lauderdale that perfectly capture the heart of Mediterranean cooking.

Fresh, crisp, and full of flavor, the Horiatiki is a staple of Greek dining. Ours is made with ripe tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, green peppers, onions, feta cheese, and Kalamata olives, all dressed in olive oil and herbs. It’s simple, refreshing, and perfectly balanced — the kind of salad that makes you forget you’re eating something healthy.

For seafood lovers, this dish is unforgettable. The Grilled Octopus at Greek Islands Taverna is tender, charred just right, and seasoned with olive oil, lemon, and oregano. It’s one of the most popular appetizers on our menu and pairs beautifully with a chilled glass of white wine or a side of tzatziki.

Ask any one of our steady regulars, and they’ll promise you that the Lamb Chops are an absolute must. Marinated in olive oil and herbs, then grilled to a fabulous golden brown, they’re moist, flavorful, and as Greek to the core as possible. Paired with our specialty lemon potatoes, this dish is what brings customers back again and again.

Fort Lauderdale is proud of its seafood love, and it’s the perfect fit for this menu item. Our Char-broiled Whole Yellowtail Snapper comes with rice and veggies. It’s light but filling with the taste of Greece and South Florida combined in one flavor.

Every delicious meal should be sweetly finished off with this delightful Baklava. Comprised of layers of shimmering phyllo pastry, chopped walnuts, and honey syrup, it’s dense, scented, and the ultimate finish to your Greek meal.

Just steps away from Fort Lauderdale Beach and Las Olas Boulevard, the Greek Islands Taverna provides an authentic Greek flavor in an easy going beach atmosphere. From our attentive staff to our fresh provisions, every stop is like walking into the Mediterranean taverna by the sea.

Whether you’re joining us for lunch, dinner, or celebrating a special occasion, you’ll find something on our menu that speaks to your love of great food and warm hospitality.

Greek Islands Taverna
3300 N Ocean Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner.

Come see why locals call us the best Greek restaurant in Fort Lauderdale, and make sure to try these five dishes that define who we are.