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Jim's Greek Tavern

32 Johnston Road, Melbourne, Victoria 3066, Australia
(03) 9419 3827
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Ranked #57 of 2,426 restaurants in Melbourne
4.0 of 5 stars 47 Reviews
Cuisines: Greek
Dining options: Reservations
Neighbourhood: Fitzroy
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Neighbourhood: Fitzroy
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2012

couldn't get into Abla's so they suggested we go here - good choice - busy, noisy but very tasty food - bit weird not to know what you will get and how much it will cost - they decide for you as there is no menu but was a fun enjoyable experience - will definitely go again More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

Arther and the boys, (yes only greek men work here) will put on a great feast for you. There is no menu, only house wine but BYO, and no price list but I can asure you It's always good. We had dinner here in one year alone about 40 weekends out of 52. Must book or very wise to and... More

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See 9 more reviews by Adrian G for Melbourne
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Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012

Jims Greek Tavern has been around for so long - they know how to look after their customers and how to serve great food - they have it down to a fine art. My last visit was for my birthday this year - perfect. More

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Sydney, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2012

I have been going to this place for the last 7 years regularly (at least once a month, sometimes 2-3 times), and I can honestly say it is the best traditional Greek food that I have tried anywhere (including Greece itself). The waiters feel like family - so if you want good service, get to know them. They remember an... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2012

Too expensive, no menu and so no prices. This means you have no idea how much the meal is going to cost till you get the bill at the end. I have had much better food at the competition down the road, Vacillies. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2012

No memu was give, we just told out waiter what we liked and out it came. Delisious food and wonderful service. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2012

The restaurant is tucked away and looks simple and quiet from outside. Inside is a lively, bustling restaurant deserving to be fully packed. Clients are locals, Greeks, tourists – all treated to the same standard of warm welcome, good food advice, efficient service, and fantastic food. We chose to piece together our meal by watching what others were eating and... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2012

the food here was great. i liked the idea of not eating off a menu and eating what ever was available. however our waiter was ignoring us quite a bit and he knew it. i'd still go back though, the food was very good. More

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See 4 more reviews by Diego97 for Melbourne
Melbourne, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 February 2012

This is not the place for a quiet, romantic dinner but if you are looking for sensational, fresh Greek food this is the place for you. Although it is noisy and busy you get caught up in the atmosphere and it is a great night out. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2012

greta place, don't ex[ect much elegance but do expect ambiance! Great Greek food More

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