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Mediterranean Greek Tavern
511 Glen Huntly Rd, Elsternwick VIC 3185, Australia
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511 Glen Huntly Rd, Elsternwick VIC 3185, Australia
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Book NowAbout Mediterranean Greek Tavern
Stepping into Mediterranean Greek Tavern feels like pulling up a chair at a raucous family dinner on Glen Huntly Road. Host Perry orchestrates the room, pouring Mythos while banquets roll out in steady, generous waves. Patrons regularly lean on the kitchen to guide the table feast—think warm house bread dragging through creamy taramasalata, sizzling saganaki, and charred lamb cutlets seasoned over coals.
- Proprietor-Led Hospitality: Owner Perry oversees long tables and celebrations personally, pacing banquets so gatherings run without friction.
- Abundant Banquets: Family-style platters arrive in generous courses, loaded with grilled seafood, souvlaki, and meat feasts meant for sharing.
- Scratch-Made Staples: Kitchen staples are prepared in-house, from taramasalata and tzatziki to stuffed dolmades and fresh bread.
What's On at Mediterranean Greek Tavern
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Choose Mediterranean Greek Tavern
Why diners choose Mediterranean Greek Tavern for landmark gatherings and authentic feasts
Owner-Led Function Hosting
Owner Perry takes hands-on ownership of special occasions, ensuring private dinners and celebrations run smoothly with genuine personal warmth.
The warmth, care and attention to detail were exceptional, it truly felt like they were celebrating with us.
Jenna Gore Abundant Worry-Free Banquets
Generous multi-course banquets allow hosts to let the staff steer the service, providing an effortless flow of sharing platters for large groups.
The food kept coming and was incredible value for the whole table.
Harry Shulman Welcomed Like Family
Guests enjoy an unhurried, warm setting that feels like an authentic home gathering rather than a rushed commercial dining room.
It felt less like being in a restaurant and more like being welcomed into someone’s home for a beautiful Greek meal.
Tali Ane F Attentive, Reassuring Care
Friendly, attentive hospitality puts diners immediately at ease, creating a comforting atmosphere where nothing is too much trouble.
From the moment you enter you feel like you're vistiting family
Lana Lubomirska House-Made Greek Staples
Every dish from taramasalata to dolmades and marinated capsicums is crafted from scratch on-site with authentic Mediterranean flavor.
The best part? Everything is made in-house!
MJC Fresh Charcoal Grill & Seafood
Seafood and grilled meats are cooked to order, delivering fresh flounder, crisp gyros, and tender charcoal skewers.
the seafood was so fresh and the char grilled flounder was cooked to perfection.
Phoenix Wang
Most popular items
Signature charcoal grill specialties and scratch-made traditional dips
Saganaki
Tzatziki, taramasalata, saganaki, calamari, chicken and lamb - all the favourites and all delicious.
dean sunshine Taramasalata
The taramasalata is elite. It is so good that the warm, fluffy bread it is served with acts less like a side and more like a shovel to get it into my mouth faster.
MJC Tzatziki
the tzatziki was honestly the best — so fresh, creamy and full of flavour.
Tali Ane F Lamb Cutlets
lamb cutlets the absolute stars of the show. Perfectly cooked, beautifully seasoned, and utterly addictive.
MJC
Other favorites
Authentic mezze sides, traditional desserts, and imported beverages to complement your feast
Marinated Capsicums
The marinated capsicums you can taste the fact they did not come from a jar
MJC Greek Salad
We had the Greek salad, souvlaki, fresh barramundi and delicious Greek donuts.
Ingrid Weinberg Greek Donuts
delicious Greek donuts
Ingrid Weinberg Mythos
welcomed me with a cold Mythos and a smile
dean sunshine
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful hospitality touches that elevate gatherings at Mediterranean Greek Tavern
Complimentary Arrival Treats
Owner Perry personally meets diners upon arrival and presents them with complimentary treats to start the meal.
Cold Beer Welcome
Diners are warmly welcomed upon entering with a chilled Greek beer served directly by Perry.
Staff-Paced Feast Ordering
Banquet groups can leave ordering entirely to the staff, who manage a continuous, well-paced flow of dishes for the whole table.
Complimentary Post-Meal Coffee
Guests are treated to complimentary coffee served with attentive hospitality as their meal wraps up.
Frequently Asked Questions
How large are the banquet and platter portions?
Banquets and platters are very generous, with reviewers noting that even the smaller banquet or meat platters provide an abundance of food for groups and tables. You can also let the team take the reins on ordering to share across the table.
Should you make a reservation in advance?
Yes, reservations are recommended, especially for weekend dining when tables are consistently booked up, as well as for private functions and milestone celebrations.
What are the standout dishes to order?
Customer favorites made in-house include signature dips like taramasalata and tzatziki served with warm fluffy bread, saganaki, char-grilled flounder and fresh calamari, and generous grilled meat platters.
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