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Located on Danforth in the heart of Greek town, we decided to visit Messini on a Sunday dinner. There was a bit of lineup when we got in which was surprising as most of the other restaurants in the area weren't as busy. We waited for about 10 mins for a seat of 2, and as we were waiting, there were more people lining up. The menu offers a selection of items from just individual skewers (which comes with Pita), entrees which comes with salad and a choice of potatoes/fries and much more. Our main food took around 10-15 mins to come as the nest does take some time to cook thoroughly. We ordered: - Pork Soulvaki stick main entree ($12.45 for one stick and $14.35 for a second one): Wow, I was amazed at the size of the salad/potatoes. The portions were the size of main dishes, and they were just side dishes that came with the pork soulvaki. The pork was very flavorful as I could taste the spices they use, however my only complaint was that it was slightly too dry. - Chicken soulvaki stick: single skewer ($3.75): For just a single skewer order, the portion was very big as it came with pitas. The chicken itself was very flavorful and also super juicy; very satisfied! Overall, the food was very satisfying and honestly, for the price, you get a lot of food. We paid around $20 something in the end and were very full. No wonder this restaurant is also busy; the lineup got even longer when we left. IG: Ayenomz
Irene HIrene H
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This place has been around fir the last 20 years and we have been enjoying their delicious food since it first opened. We love this place! Hands down, Messini is the absolute best authentic Greek Restaurant! We usually drive an hour just to enjoy their unique, delicious, popular Greek fries. Those fries are really our our absolute favorite. I do have to mention how hey are always so generous with cheese on top also. The value for your money is incredible. Their portions are very big and they fill their plates and they pitas. Their gyros are huge and taste so good. The quality of their food is absolutely delicious and top of the line. I've never had a bad meal here to date. You have a lot of delicious options to choose from. We have enjoyed numerous delicious dishes here throughout the years. Everything tastes so good here. Chicken skewers with roasted potato, meat platter, lamb and beef with potatos, deep-fried cheese balls, calamari and of course, messini salad. Everything is so flavourful. Service is always amazing! Excellent attention from the whole staff. Super friendly front of house. They are always busy but fast and attentive. Parking can be a bit tricky at times though depending on the time of day you arrive there.
Princess ArlenePrincess Arlene
20
Tonight I went to Messini after very long time. I used to order the Bifteki there but I noticed that it was removed from the menu. Asked the server and she said because of covid we don't make it and I was like what are you talking about?! Covid is long gone, all the restrictions are removed and she was like yes, anything on the grill we are not making because of covid. I still can't relate covid with grill! Since I was there I ordered most similar thing to the Bifteki. The Lambb/beef gyro and it was terrible. Just a chunk of meat on a plate some onion and some Greek sauce on the side. The meat was chewy and taste less. I attached a picture. Dear manager /owner don't know think it is too much of meat for one portion without any side? How can I even eat it? To make things worse, I when I ask the server for a straw, she said we don't have straw here! That's terrible service and terrible menu. Messini used to be my favorite restaurant but not anymore.
Sharok MoSharok Mo
20
Ridiculous. 4 stars because the prices-quality-quantity ratio is off the hook. Thank you Messini for keeping it real! Had 2 gyros, feta fries and greek salad for like 30 some $, tax included. Who does that anymore?!?!? Good amount of food but who cares if it doesn't taste good? No worries here. It's tasty but next time, I will only have the pork instead of a mixed chicken and pork gyros. Pork seemed more moist and flavored. And their tzaziki sauce. So good. I will ask for extra next time. Fresh and cucumberry. Nice. Their feta fries...so simple yet so satisfying. Finished the whole plate. Perfect portion size for 2. Thanks for not cheapening on the feta. Greek salad was ok but again feta was on point. Crumbly, creamy and not lacking. Plenty of it! Will def come back.
Rc BRc B
00
Solid tasting gyros with filling portions. Service could have been a bit better. 4.2/5 Came at 8 p.m. on a Friday and there was still a wait! Ordered the mixed lamb/beef gyro meat platter and upgraded to greek fries for a total of $30 before tax and tip. The price tag is well worth the amount of food you get because the portions were huge. My meal could feed two people alone (and I'm a pretty big eater!). Greek fries were AMAZING with a generous portion of feta cheese, salad was good, and the gyro meat was okay (slightly on the drier side). Service wasn't the greatest because it would always take a good 10-15 minutes to flag a waiter down, even despite it not being too busy. Overall, I'd come back again and try their lunch specials which are even cheaper.
David PhamDavid Pham
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Grabbed lunch here with friends and ordered the mixed lamb/beef gyro wrap, Greek fries and calamari. The portion of the wrap is HUGE! It was filled with meat, tzatziki, fries and tomatoes. I wish there was a bit more freshness in there as a dressing or lettuce to help cut the fat. The Greek fries also came in a big portion with a pile of coin cut potatoes and melty feta. I think the potatoes would benefit from being tossed in a seasoning first since it was a bit bland. I also wish the fries and wrap were a bit hotter. The calamari is the must order here. The portion is more than fair for the price and was fried fresh, with thick cut tender pieces that were cooked perfectly.
T.T.
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Nearby Attractions Of Messini Authentic Gyros
Danforth Music Hall
Riverdale Park East
Withrow Park
Chester Hill Lookout
FUNGUYZ -magic Mushrooms Dispensary - Danforth Ave
Douce France
One Night Only Pizza (ONO Pizza)
Kawartha Dairy
Withrow Park Farmers' Market - June to October
Riverdale Sunset Vista

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Address
445 Danforth Ave, Toronto, ON M4K 1P2, Canada
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+1 416-778-4861
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messini.ca
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Simple Mediterranean spot for Greek sandwiches & meals that are popular with the late-night crowd.
attractions: Danforth Music Hall, Riverdale Park East, Withrow Park, Chester Hill Lookout, FUNGUYZ -magic Mushrooms Dispensary - Danforth Ave, Douce France, One Night Only Pizza (ONO Pizza), Kawartha Dairy, Withrow Park Farmers' Market - June to October, Riverdale Sunset Vista, restaurants: Serano Bakery, Mezes, Square Boy, Pantheon Restaurant, Astoria Shish Kebob House - Danforth, Pizzeria Libretto - Danforth, Ryus Noodle Bar, Rooster Coffee House, Christinas on the Danforth, Demetres Desserts Danforth
