OPA — Restaurant in North Tyneside

Well this little gem in North Shields is a family-ran authentic Greek restaurant - with both a Greek & Italian menu.

The food takes us back to when we were in Greece on holiday.

The staff are so courteous and exemplary in assisting with your order. You’re asked if you would like to taste the wine first before deciding to accept the whole bottle and the waitress was able to confirm our concerns about food allergens.

The atmosphere was brilliant, traditional Greek music playing in the background and the restaurant decor makes you feel like you’re back in Greece.

They have Mythos and Metaxa at the bar, the Chicken Gyros Portion was cooked beautifully and more than I could finish.

I would recommend this restaurant to everyone - but pre-book as they...

My absolute go-to restaurant. 5 stars every time. This is the first time trying a Sunday Lunch. It won't be the last! Everything was cooked to absolute perfection. 3 big melt in the mouth slices of Roast Beef, Roast Potatoes, Mashed Potatoes, Cabbage, Turnip/Carrot Mash, Peas and a gorgeous Gravy finished with a perfect Yorkie Pud! The others went for the Lamb (Which looked beautiful too) and said it was perfect too. They hold special Greek nights (which ALWAYS get booked up fast!) which are so so fun! Their Greek food is gorgeous and so flavoursome. The staff are so friendly and the service...

Went on a Saturday night (booked in advance), restaurant was busy, atmosphere nice, staff very friendly and helpful when ordering drinks and food. Excellent food, portions are huge, we were a table of 4 went for starters and mains, really struggled to finish the food there was so much, next time we'll just get 2 starters to share rather than one each. Prices are good and the quality of the food is great, all served by friendly efficient staff. Will be back and if your after great food in nice surrounding served by efficient, helpful staff I would definitely recommend, you won't be...