Filos Kitchen Coffee Bar Deli — Restaurant in Gauteng

A heartfelt nod to Filos Kitchen Coffee Bar Deli for crafting such a genuine Greek haven in Pretoria. From the moment you step in, the restaurant exudes a rich Greek-Cypriot heritage—underpinned by traditional family recipes and lovingly overseen by “Mama Maro” in the kitchen, with the passionate touch of South African-born Cypriot owner Nicolas Paphitis—this spot truly feels like a home away from home.  

The menu sparkles with authentic Greek and Cypriot fare: souvlaki wraps—whether chicken, pork, lamb, halloumi, falafel or more—are served in homemade pita with fresh onion, tomato, parsley, and tzatziki or hummus. The wraps are a crowd-pleaser, while the deli’s imported products let you bring a taste of Greece home. 

Add to that a cozy Mediterranean-themed setting, both indoors and outdoors, filled with lively Greek music, and you’ve got the perfect backdrop for lingering meals and chatter. Service, as consistently praised, is friendly, attentive, and personal—many regulars feel they’ve become part of the Filos family.    

Weekend or weekday, this gem stands out—not only for its food but for its heartfelt hospitality. As one TripAdvisor reviewer puts it: “It is as authentic Greek as you can get … you literally feel like you are eating at the home of a Greek family.”  Filos is more than a meal—it’s a joyful celebration of Greek tradition, family, and flavour in the heart...

We celebrated my mom’s birthday at Filos Kitchen Coffee Bar Deli on Saturday, and I honestly can’t recommend them highly enough! From the moment we arrived, the team was incredibly welcoming, allowing us to set up the table exactly as we wanted and being so adaptable with all our plans. The atmosphere was warm and festive, and the food was absolutely delicious—every dish was a hit with our guests.

A special shout-out to the manager, who was fantastic throughout the evening—checking in regularly to make sure everything was perfect and going out of their way to accommodate us.

To top it off, we had the amazing experience of breaking plates after dinner in true Greek tradition.

Thank you to everyone at Filos for making my mom’s birthday unforgettable. Incredible service, fantastic food, and an unbeatable vibe—definitely 100 out of 10!

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My wife took me to this place because she was pleased with her two previous visits, and I am hooked now. We had breakfast, and the restaurant was quiet when we arrived; we decided to sit outside since the weather was nice. My wife had the Avo on Toast, which seemed highly palatable. I had the Greek Omelette, a truly generous portion (3 eggs and hearty fillings). The service was extraordinary; ask for Vincent when you are there. Heads up: pigeons are part of the scenario; if you are not comfortable or not animal-friendly, it's best to sit inside. I really enjoyed sharing my bread crumbs with them, as they are accustomed to human interactions. There are some Greek delicacies available, like kourabiedes y baklavas, to take home. I can’t...