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Olympia Cafe

5 E River St, Savannah, GA 31401-1295 (Downtown)
912-233-3131
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Ranked #91 of 496 restaurants in Savannah
Cuisines: Greek
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
Neighbourhood: Downtown
Restaurant details
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
Neighbourhood: Downtown
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Chicago, Illinois
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013 NEW

Love the coffee, and great wraps. Love the Gyro Wrap and love the location. This restaurant is located on River Street, and the most scenic location in Savannah. The counter people are precise and it doesn't take long for your order.

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See 6 more reviews by SCADfashion2010 for Savannah
Savannah, Georgia
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22 reviews 22 reviews
17 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

The Olympia Cafe does n special advertising, but it sits right on River Street in Savannah, GA. As we live in town it's so easy to stop in for a meal without much fanfare. The truth is, the Olympia rivals any mid-priced place in town for great seafood, steaks, chicken or Greek delights. Tonight we had a simply prepared red... More

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See 15 more reviews by Barbara G for Savannah
Orleans, France
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013 via mobile

Fabulous, Authentic Greek Cuisine!!! ;) the mediterranean red snapper is divine! they also have a great ice cream parlor & express dinng area for those who want a quick bite of lunch.

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Fresno, CA
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58 reviews 58 reviews
20 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

My son and his family and I were visiting in Savannah, Georgia and we happened onto this restaurant while walking on the riverfront on a cool rainy day. The atmosphere inside was quite nice as was the food. I believe I had the Greek salad and I believe my son had a pasta dish which we both enjoyed very much.... More

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Naples, Florida
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38 reviews 38 reviews
29 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
43 helpful votes 43 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

Ate there on a lark and should have kept walking. While the service was good, the food was, at best, average. We had Greek salads that were almost all lettuce (and no red onions); saganaki was tiny; and the pita bread was too doughy.

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See 4 more reviews by dwdwWausau_Wi for Savannah
Sydney, Australia
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29 reviews 29 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

The Savannah River is not the Aegean but this restaurant has a genuine Greek teverna look and feel to it (a bit shabby) and the food here is as good as it gets outside of Greece. Indeed, the seafood does not get any better - anywhere. The wine list is modest but the service is friendly and attentive. Don't go... More

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Macungie, Pennsylvania
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29 restaurant reviews
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28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

Location- perfect. It was right next to our hotel (Hyatt) and right on the riverfront so we could walk around afterward. Food- very, very good. The staff was very friendly and efficient. We ate there before any dinner rush and they were very attentive and patient even with our one year old in tow. We love Greek food and this... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013 via mobile

It use to be a little bit more of an exciting atmosphere with the best service in town, I don't know if Gabrielle was just not working or doesn't work there anymore, but she clearly would brought have made this night more enjoyable. Food is always awesome nothing beats the red pepper w/ goat cheese.

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See 2 more reviews by schillerstoy for Savannah
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7 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013 via mobile

Kristen greets you at your table with a big smile. She knows the menu andr each dish's preparation. A true professional at her work. There no hurry, compared to the other places on River St. Old world charm settles you and allows you to get ready for a culinary feast. Octopus salad with the most tender and flavorfull bits seasoned... More

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Savannah, Georgia, United States
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7 restaurant reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013 via mobile

The food is awesome, but a little expensive. They have the best and most tender calamari I have ever had served with lemon and tzatziki sauce . The service is normally good and I enjoy the atmosphere . I can't wait to get back for more calamari

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