Love the food and service. Even got a free dessert. Everything about this place is fantastic, y'all need to come here.

So glad that I came to this place. I order for a fillet mignon that was delicious!! Perfect.

We are staying at a hotel down the street and wanted to try something close by for dinner. We are so glad we found this place! We walked in, were immediately seated, and glasses filled with water. We quickly ordered (3 tired kids in tow) and were served an amazing dinner by Meriem. The food was outstanding and the service perfect. We would highly recommend coming here for anyone that wants delicious food and outstanding service.

I had never had Greek food before. 39 years ago I got very sick just smelling a street vendors Gyros and never wanted to taste Greek. But, I ABSOLUTELY LOVED THIS PLACE! The food was amazing and I found that I actually do like Greek food! The server was great too!

Amazing experience! Great staff! Great food! We started with appetizers, then entrees and finished with coffee and desserts! Take the opportunity and try this place! You will not leave hungry🥰

The food at Meraki was delicious! We got the saganaki app and Greek salad and both were great! For our meal we got the meat platter and it was delicious. I would deff go back again. Miriam was our server and she was very friendly and attentive. Meraki is great!

My wife and I had a great authentic Greek meal. I had the bacon wrapped chicken kabobs and my wife had a special, branzino filet stuffed with cheese and arugula. Then finished it off with an excellent baklava. Overall was a great experience. We ended up eating here two more times because we enjoyed it so much!

+4

We CANNOT wait to go back. The food was absolutely incredible. We did the Miami Spice menu which felt like a total steal (so much food). Everything was perfect temperature and seasoning (so much flavor). Ambience and decor are adorable! Service from Meriem was attentive and delightful. Thank you and see you again soon!

Great service and amazing food with huge portions! Me and my wife ordered the Meraki platter, as you can see in the photo attached and it was incredibly good, we had it with the 3 different proteins (pork, chicken and lamb) and they were all really good, the "Greek potatoes" were good as well. Their tzatziki sauce is one of the best I've had, we even ordered some to go! Their portions are big, the platter is supposed to be for 2 but we both ate and took the leftovers home and ate them the other day, so I would say their platter for 2 is actually for 4 😅. Had some of their Greek beers and they were good, specially the dark Lager. I would definitely recommend this place, one of the best Greek restaurants I've been.

This is such a cute and quiet place to chill in the middle of downtown Miami. By quiet a mean away from the chaos and noise in the area. The decor and music makes you feel somewhere else. Just stopped for a minute to enjoy a very cold Greek beer in a very hot day. My server was very kind and attentive. Sitting indoors and outdoors. Clean bathrooms. The menu looks delicious, will come back to grab a bite next time. Thank you 🙏🏻 🍺

+2

Walked in assuming our party of two plus a medium size dog would have to sit outside, but our server; Leyanis cheerfully invited us to sit anywhere in restaurant that we chose. She was also helpful in our wine selection (which pared well with our food). We had the Chef’s Special which was a seafood skewer. Very delicious meal!!! But the star was the Baklava; it was moist and packed with nuts and lots of flavor. The crust was flaky and delicious. All the servers were very friendly as they passed by our table. The atmosphere was full of love and warmth. Pease try this establishment for yourself. It shall not disappoint!

I had seen place a few times and always wanted to go there just by looking at it! The decoration is gorgeous!! Went on a Sunday and sat outside. Nice atmosphere and good food. Our waitress was a little awkward as we were waiting for one more person to join us before ordering and she kept asking when we were going to order like she was on rush or the place was full which wasn't the case, but other than that, I definitely recommend this place.

I'm craving this food right now! I tried making the same stuff at home; while it was good, it wasn't nearly as excellent as Meraki's! We were in the Miami area (for the first time) to take a cruise. We arrived the night before via Amtrak. After 28 hours of snacks and subpar train food, we were famished. Meraki is around the corner from the hotel we stayed at, so it was ideal. Meraki is tucked away in the middle of "mall," a ring of buildings with an open middle. The location allowed me to imagine I was in Greece! The wait staff was so welcoming and patient. They answered all of our questions about the dishes. We had grilled octopus with a chick pea salad. The octopus was cooked to perfection and was so tender! Then we had Mediterranean salad: tomatoes, cukes, olives, onion, paksimadi(Greek crouton), and feta. It was so fresh and flavorful. We had the trio of meats platter which had kebabs and pieces of chicken, bacon chicken, lamb, and pork with fries and fresh pita. Dessert was Nutella cheesecake and galaktoboureko. Meraki was the perfect, unforgettable start to our vacation! We will make sure to return for our next cruise!

Wonderful little Greek styled spot with delicious food. We had the cheese puff was came out nuclear hot and tasty. The skewers were extremely generous in their portion of lamb and the most I’ve ever seen at a restaurant. Grilled veggies and pita were great with the tzatziki sauce. Tony was a very nice server and we’re really happy we came for lunch.

The restaurant is located in a nice closed courtyard, where there is no traffic noise, but only planes flying low, which creates a special atmosphere of comfort and tranquility. Inside, pleasant music plays, which helps to relax and enjoy food in a peaceful environment. The waiters in the restaurant are responsive and attentive to visitors, which is nice to see. They are ready to help in choosing dishes and offer their recommendations.

Meriem was AMAZING! We first visited this place on July of 2023 in town from Ohio preparing for a cruise leaving out of Miami! Back for another cruise two years later and we couldn’t wait to get back here. Lemon Aioli is TOP TIER! Food is great and staff is friendly. Will always make a stop whenever we are in Miami!

Meriem’s service was exceptional. From the moment we walked in, we felt extremely welcomed by her and the other staff! The food was delicious and fresh. I can’t wait to come back! One of my favorite restaurants in Miami.

Oh my goodness the Sunday roasted lamb special was 💯!! So delicious. Save room for the dessert too! Meriem was super helpful and super kind! Hope to come back next time I’m in the area!

The best pita bread I have ever tasted. Wonderful atmosphere, beautiful yard and delicious home made food. Waiters are so nice as well. Always a good choice!

Great place we have been coming here for years. The service and the food has always been spectacular. Special thanks to Meriam who has taken care of us many times. Also to Demitri the Mgr. Always a pleasure to have a conversation with him and get recommendations. We highly recommend.

This place is incredible. I knew the food would be good, but I didn't expect such generous portions! Also, I think every single member of the staff checked up on us during our meal. Ambiance is excellent. Wonderful date spot, 5 stars.

Meraki is an amazing restaurant. A gem in downtown Miami. The little pathway to get to the main entrance resembles a little town in Greece. The food is amazing. Try the Saganaki or the trio of spreads to start. Great main courses, desserts, wines and beer. The people are very attentive and the service is great. We will definitely go back.

We had a great experience at Meraki! The food and service were both excellent. Pierre, our server, was super attentive and thoughtful throughout our visit. The mussels really stood out — I’m usually picky with mussels because of the smell, but these were incredibly fresh and flavorful. The octopus was also delicious and perfectly cooked. We came during happy hour, which made it even better. Definitely recommend it for both the food and the overall vibe! Thank Pierre!!!

A true Mediterranean Gem in Downtown Miami! Meraki Greek Bistro is a true hidden gem in the heart of downtown Miami! From the moment you walk in, you’re transported to the Mediterranean with its charming ambiance and authentic Greek decor. The food is nothing short of spectacular. Every dish is bursting with fresh, vibrant flavors that stay true to its Greek roots. The tzatziki is creamy perfection, the grilled octopus is tender and smoky, and the cocktails are AMAZING!!! The service was outstanding, with a warm and attentive staff who made us feel like family. The attention to detail and genuine hospitality set this place apart. Whether you’re looking for a cozy dinner or a celebration spot, Meraki Greek Bistro delivers an unforgettable dining experience. I can’t wait to return and explore more of their incredible menu. I Highly recommend!!!

i stopped by meraki for my birthday dinner and alexia our server took great care of us and made a special design in my cappuccino for my birthday. the manager demitry was also very kind and checked up on us.

A hidden gem. This is a great restaurant to enjoy delicious greek food. Services provided by Yousef was awesome. I will definitely recommend the lamb and bacon wrapped chicken. Beautiful ambiance. By the way, they have an area in the second floor just for parties. Love it!

+6

Food & service were great. Meriem really made our experience! We’ll be back!

What a cute little setting, it doesn’t even feel like you’re in Miami anymore! The food is excellent for the most part! Definitely try the calamari, the trio of spreads & chicken skewers. Prices are very reasonable! Our server wasn’t very attentive or friendly but overall it was a very nice experience!

Came in right before closing and they were super nice to me. I grabbed the spot at the bar in ordered some dinner. I got the wonderfully flavorful pork souvlaki and Melitzanosalata with some real Metaxa 7 star which hit the spot.

+3

The food was flavorful, well sourced raw materials, amazing presentation! Most of all Meriem’s attentive hosting made our date night so much more special. She was an amazing host, always paying attention to serving times and replenishing emptying cup and more. A very pleasant night in Miami indeed!!

I had the house special for Christmas day and it was amazing. It was grilled lamb and lemon potatoes. Every bite was soft and juicy. Also a lovely atmosphere.... I felt like I was in Greece

+1

We came here 2 years ago and were counting down the days to coming back on our next trip. It was AMAZING… our server Meriem was super friendly and attentive, atmosphere is perfect and food is top notch. We will continue to come back !!! Highly recommend!

Enjoyed this very much. Fabulous, all Greek wine list, interesting cocktails and fresh (and huge) Greek salad to which I added gyro meat. Friend got scallops and pasta that also were delicious. Friendly and helpful staff too!

The food was fantastic! The vibes were amazing! THE FOOOOOOD WAS SOOO GOOD I can’t stress that enough. Our server Leyanis was so kind and she makes a great mojito!! Overall 10/10 experience. I will be coming back!!!!

This Greek food is hands down the best I’ve ever had. Ordered the gyro platter and it came with enough food for our table of 4 as well as leftovers for the following day. The owner and staff were incredibly kind and helping with our order and the atmosphere is great quiet and incredible. There is indoor and outdoor dining and the outdoor dining has comfortable seating and benches in an adorable set up with lights. 100% recommend.

Stopped into Meraki Greek Bistro the other evening because the aromas from the street lead me into their establishment. First off, it is a really cool interior courtyard restaurant with patio seating and inside seating as well. I sat outside and was greeted by the friendly staff who allowed me to sit anywhere I wanted. So, found a table and ordered a Greek Lager beer (Alpha) which was amazing and I did not have to ask for a chilled glass. Nonetheless, I had a delicious peaceful meal that was prompt, rich in flavor and made with love. The chicken meatballs were phenomenal and the Greek salad was enough for 2 people! My main dish of lamb gyro was fantastic and I cannot express how kind everyone was who worked there. In fact, I ran into the owner and he gave me a little background on his story and the meaning behind the name of his eatery. Overall, it was a genuine experience and I will visit again when I am in Miami. Lovely, lovely restaurant!

+2

This place was very good. Great service. Really good food to have a very nice inside atmosphere or a patio that you can sit on as well. Good access by the above ground track

Food, vibes and service were awesome! Definitely coming back. And Miriam was the best server.

Anytime we are in the Miami area, we make it a point to come and enjoy a wonderful meal here at Meraki. Each time we visit, it is never a disappointment nor is it just average. This place has the best food! During our recent visit these past two days, we took advantage of being so close and ate here twice. This past visit we were honored to have Alexia as our server. Her demeanor and beautiful smile made our dinner even more special. We chatted about our activities for the day and shared our “origin stories”. When we went back the next day she remembered us and even asked about the concert we attended. A thoughtful and caring individual, I am very appreciative for her hard work and amazing work ethic. If you are visiting this area, perhaps catching a cruise or seeing a show or sporting event, I encourage you to come by and have an experience you will not forget. Maybe you will be lucky enough to have Alexia as your server, if not, don’t worry the entire staff is welcoming, kind, and there to give you the best they have.

The ambiance is amazing. The staff is so knowledgeable and sweet. I absolutely loved my visit & the food was authentically amazing 👏. Beautiful little tucked away spot that won't disappoint.

+2

Best of the best one of my favorite restaurants, geek salad is really good they prepared it in front of us , Sonia was our waitress and she has so nice and share with us all the most wanted dishes - we will definitely come back ! Thank you 🙏🏽

I wish I could give this restaurant and the staff 10 stars. Sonia, my server was amazing, she commanded an extensive knowledge of the menu and was able to recommend a fantastic meal. Every time I come to Miami I will make sure I have more than a few meals hear.

Amazing hidden gem. Food was great, service was great, & the atmosphere is nice. We had the honey & sesame cheese puffs, crab cakes, & the seafood pasta. Really glad we ventured off & tried something new.

The food was truly fresh; I loved everything I tried, especially the perfectly cooked octopus, all with authentic Greek flavor.

First time at Meraki and it was spectacular!! 😍 The staff is super friendly and knowledgeable. The food is authentic and so delicious 😋 loved the Greek music and the ambiance is wonderful, too! Will definitely be back when we are in Miami 🤩💙

+6

Wow! Incredible! I was so impressed! I had an unplanned dinner here the night before my cruise, and the hospitality was outstanding. I highly recommend. 😘

Great evening out. Food exceptional, Enso our Waiter polite, efficient and Professional. Good value too but as we were almost the only customers in the atmosphere was a little flat. Did not put us off however, great meal.

Leyanis was our lovely waitress. Nice atmosphere. You can tell the staff are all well established together. Very dog friendly. We had the Chef's Special ~ Seafood skewer big enough for two. Sword Fish, Scallop, & Prawn. Spectacular baklava! Abundant with nuts and not too sweet. Truly the best I've tasted. I was impressed.

I love Mediterranean food. We booked a hotel nearby and found this place. The food was delicious and fresh but the most amazing part was the service. My little one has not had this type of food so Mariam (sp?) was teaching him about it. Now he loves it and wants to go back. Service was beyond excellent!

Wow!!! Wow!!! Wow!!! Everything from our appetizers to main dishes were absolutely delish!!! Our server Meriem was amazing! She steered us in the right direction with our dinner choices. The spinach pies were the best weve ever had! My daughter and I enjoyed the octopus and my husband had the lamb special. We all loved everything! The manager Demitri was so kind. Looking forward to our next visit!

The spanikopita was incredibly fresh and flavorful, and both the souvlaki and pork chop were cooked to absolute perfection. Our server (I believe her name was Fiore) was attentive, warm, and truly excellent. The entire staff was so kind and provided wonderful service. Highly recommend!

I was surprised to find this gem in an open Skype food court in down town Miami. The place is greatly decorated. Lovely service. We had a cheese plate which was very nice and the calamari were really great. Main came with with lamb kabob and I loved it too. Couldn't finish the whole meal. The prices were reasonable and the wine was good. Even I was hesitant to order Greek wine the manager recommended a wine similar to Cabernet and was good. Prices were very down to earth. The place is very clean. Indoor temperature was comfortable. I also liked they had Priele Bathrooms in their toilet.

+4

Pierre was absolutely amazing! The food incredible, the service top notch, the atmosphere amazing, and the hospitality was fantastic! Sitting outside with a beautiful breeze eating the most authentic and delicious Greek food in Miami! Come for the happy hour (4-7pm) stay for the impeccable food - you won’t be disappointed! I come to Miami once a quarter just to eat here!

As a visitor from another state all I can say is 10/10. Upon entering we were greeted with a warm welcome, Pierre's customer service was impeccable he's very sweet, patient & helpful! As this is my first time trying greek food this place did not disappoint!! I would HIGHLY recommend!! Thank you so much again!

Went there on a Sunday got the Miami spice I think it is THE BEST MIAMI SPICE DEAL there is. $48 for FOUR courses (usually it’s 3) and it included lobster pasta, branzino carpaccio, choice of salad, and the best baklava I’ve ever had. Everything was phenomenal. The miami spice is available for lunch and dinner. The inside is nicely and simply decorated, the space is much larger than their old space. Definitely recommend it; has vegetarian options as well.

+3

To start with, I’ve eaten here a couple times for lunch and dinner and the food and service has always been amazing. This past weekend, I had an engagement party at their event venue on the second floor. Everything was perfect from the atmosphere to the service and the food/drinks. Alex, Ivan, and Demitri did a great job with helping us set up the event and were very informative and communicative throughout the whole process. During the event, the servers and bartender were incredible. Everyone at the event raved about the food and had an amazing time. Absolutely no complaints and it couldn’t have gone better!

We’ve been coming here at least once a week since moving to Miami. The food/menu offers a lot of variety and is consistently fresh. They also have a great happy hour menu every now get of the week. Most of all, the staff is super friendly and attentive. Alexia is an amazing bartender!!! Highly recommend this place for authentic Greek food in a casual setting

Sonia and Ivan were amazing hosts, the food was delicious and fresh. Great happy hour and very cute scenery.

Great food, awesome service. The portions are big.

+1

Very nice place. True Greek food. Food came out almost immediately and it was very tasty. What I liked the most is the portion sizing. The portions are very big, and I was satisfied for the rest of the day after eating. 5-stars.

Great Greek food! Hidden little gem I didn’t know was even there for years. Service was excellent. We got the meze sampler appetizer, pineapple salad, lamb chops, salmon, and seafood shared plate and everything was delicious. Definitely get the honey & seasame cheese puffs as an appetizer or desert! Wine & beer only. Would definitely go again! Inside got too loud because there were 2 large parties, but otherwise great atmosphere.

Great Mediterranean food in a very convenient location in Downtown Miami. The food was delicious and the menu has plenty of options for everyone. The ingredients were top notch and even the dessert that I got was prepared to order. The atmosphere is nice and slightly casual, and the service was fantastic.

Really nice Greek spot for quick Greek lunch or if u wish for dinner as it does have a very romantic feel to it. My pita was delicious maybe tad more sauce but it was perfect and fresh cut fries. I peaked at next table when their food was delivered and they seemed very pleased as well. I definitely want to try another meal here so hopefully back soon😎

The place was very cutie and well decorated, the day i went it was completely empty which was a shock cause the food was DELISH. Great portion sizes. would recommend and will be coming again

My coworker and I had the gyro pita bites and the grilled sausages for an appetizer and the chicken soulvlaki and lamb kabob platters for dinner. Everything was superb! This is truly a downtown Miami gem and highly recommended. Our server, Sonia, was extremely knowledgeable of the menu and provided excellent service. Do yourself a favor, don't leave Miami without visiting this restaurant.

We visited this place on Christmas Eve when it was relatively quiet. Wanting to try something different after being disappointed by the average quality of Cuban restaurants, we were pleasantly surprised as this place exceeded our expectations. P2: The greek salad came in a large plate and was very refreshing. P3: The grilled octopus had a tender texture and not overly salty, would recommend. P4: The lamb skewers had a smaller portion of lamb than expected for the price, but the flavor was satisfying. The fries were also crispy and obviously exceeded the average. P5: The seafood in the seafood linguini was fresh, and the bold tomato flavor complemented it nicely.

+1

Sonia made our visit to Meraki Greek Bistro absolutely perfect! She was incredibly friendly, attentive, and genuine from start to finish. You can tell she really cares about making sure everyone has a great experience — she had great recommendations, checked in just the right amount, and made us feel so welcome. The food was amazing, but Sonia’s service is what really stood out. We’ll definitely be coming back and asking for her again!

We've e been coming to meraki for years! always great service and amazing Greek food. Their New happy hour is an amazing value and a must try

+1

What a nice little surprise for a late dinner. The staff was beyond impressive in their knowledge of the menu, the suggestions were spot on. The food was exceptionally good, special acknowledgment to the Octopus Carpaccio, that alone would get me coming back again. Great atmosphere and vibes, will be back again! Thank you for the exceptional experience.

Really good service, nice atmosphere, outside seating looks really nice. The theme of the restaurant is truly Greek. We ordered a grilled fish. Came in a bit on the burnt edge, which was flavorful even with the skin. Barely any bones. We got other foods as well, everything was really good. We had a birthday there and they did a good surprise with a candle which we really appreciated.

+2

Miriam was so kind! If you’re looking for parking, park at the Knights Crossing parking garage, right next to the Marriott. It’s $10 for 4 hours but Meraki will give you a voucher so it’s only $2. Delicious Greek chicken and beef, loved the feta fries too. We were in a hurry but were gifted incredible baklava to go. And it was HUGE. Will definitely come back!

We had an absolutely wonderful time at Meraki in Downtown! Alexa was truly the best—so warm, attentive, and genuinely kind. She made us feel super comfortable from the moment we sat down. The food was amazing, the vibe was great, and her service really made the whole experience even better. Thank you, Alexa, for taking such good care of us! Highly recommend.

What a perfect lunch! The service was friendly, welcoming and unhurried. Every dish was on point, the sauces super fresh and flavorful. The eggplant and hulumi starter was our favorite! I will go back just for that dish. It was just such a nice experience. We left full, satisfyed and happy.

Luis Lara

Excelente lugar Griego. La comida es muy buena y las porciones son súper generosas. El lugar es fantástico. Queda en el centro de Miami ósea que el parqueadero es complicado pero se logra. El servicio es fantástico.

Camila Saucedo

Tuvimos un almuerzo increíble en este restaurante, probamos el Miami Spice menu y para el precio toda la comida fue abundante y riquísima. Leyanis nos atendió de maravilla.

ROCIO CONEJOS GONZALEZ

Hola mi nombre es Rocio y soy Española llevo 9 años viviendo en Miami y he comido en muchos griegos pero hoy he ido a este y Este restaurante es el mejor restaurante griego que he comido en los 9 años que llevo a Miami. El servicio 100%, La comida 100% y el ambiente 100%, La limpieza y el orden 100%. Os recomiendo todo. La atención de Dionisis es excelente os recomiendo venir a comer o venir a cenar y que os atienda el. Es una maravillosa persona. El postre es el mejor que he comido en 9 años que llevo en Miami. La música es excelente y la decoración te hace sentir como si estuvieras en Grecia 🇬🇷. Antes de pedir los platos que voy a mencionar abajo hemos pedido una ensalada Griega es 100% recomendable y un plato de humus con pan de pita también es 100% recomendable. Mi madre ha comido un Kebab de carne de Solomillo con verdura hecha en la barbacoa , mi padre ha comido una lasagna hecha de Berenjena y yo he comido un kebab de pollo con patatas caseras y ensalada.

lili duran

Que lugar tan acogedor, buena comida, buena atención !!! Pedí una pinesalad que estaba de ataque lento, a mi que me gusta las ensaladas estaba deliciosa y mi esposo pidió mixplater ….. Si quieres algo diferente no pienses

I stopped in specifically to check out their Happy Hour, and I’m so glad I did! The atmosphere is warm and inviting, and the staff was genuinely friendly from the moment I walked in. The Happy Hour menu had great options and really good pricing, which makes it a perfect spot to unwind without spending a fortune. The food was fresh, flavorful, and exactly what you want from a Greek restaurant—seasoned perfectly and served quickly. I loved the balance of comfort and authenticity in each dish. Drinks were well-made, and the service stayed attentive the whole time. Overall, a great experience. If you’re looking for a place with solid Greek flavors and a fun Happy Hour, definitely give this spot a try

Cute restaurant located in downtown Miami. Lots of good choices. All the staff were great! We ordered grilled calamari (the calamari itself was so so good, however, it felt heavy handed with the sauce, which was strong and overpowering), the octopus carpaccio (same drenched sauce), ans the souvlaki platter for 2 (huge, delicious, though def salty!). Portion sizes were generous. We were a party of 4 (2 adults and 2kids). They automatically charged us 20% gratuity, but by passed it so quickly on the machine and then handed over the machine at the part asking how much gratuity to put (tip on top of tip??). I wouldve tipped 20% anyway but this felt in poor taste and sneaky.

Update: Second time in this place, overall a good experience, the service is always outstanding, ambience very pretty. Food was good but the crab cakes, octopus cakes and hummus were salty for my taste. The only thing that I didn't really like it in both occasions is the noise: Music from the other place in front was very noise + the music from Meraki itself it was loud too, and also with ads (It's cost just $5 dollars monthly Pandora / Spotify without ads, for a more classy experience) We like this cozy, chill restaurant. Great outdoor, feels like a special hidden spot, excellent service, nice presentations. The Greek music was great but unfortunately was disturbed for the loud techno coming from the club next door. Other than that, we really enjoyed our dinner here and we will definitely come back.

+1

While they have a bargain happy hour menu, don’t imagine this Meraki is winning any awards anytime soon :/ The service is top notch. We were very well looked after. Cici, the server’s assistant, went above and beyond to ensure this Pros -calamari -spanakopita Not so pros -first round of spanakopitas came out bit cold (likely they had just turned on the oven when we arrived) -goat cheese salad was underwhelming (quality of ingredients was meh) Imagine this could be a better option for dinner.. and the vibe is probably different then too

+4

I really wanted to love Meraki Greek Bistro. Unfortunately, the food fell short considering the price point. We were in the Miami area on a Monday late afternoon with my in-laws and decided to grab an early dinner. We opted for Meraki Greek Bistro because they were part of inKind. We had inKind credit we wanted to use. Meraki has been on my list for a while as we try to check out all of the Mediterranean spots in town. We love Mediterranean food. The space, vibe and decor is pretty on point and reminds us of Santorini, which is where we went for our honeymoon. It takes you to another place and they thought of all the details that compliment the space. Love the ambiance! We sat inside as it was a bit humid outdoors. I think fans outside would be nice and we would have chosen to sit out there otherwise. Alexia was our server and she was wonderful, very friendly and attentive. Always checked in on us. This is everything we ordered: • Blue Odyssey $16 • Freddo-Tini $17 • Minoan Mule $16 • Creta Seafood w/linguine $32 • Goat Cheese & Beet Salad $16 • Lamb Chops $38 • Mezes & Trio $22 • Roasted Lamb $28.00 • Seared Scallops w/linguine $32 Cocktails and Mezes & Trio was great. It was the main dishes that was a disappointment. I got the Seared Scallops with linguine pasta. Hubby got the Lamb Chops with feta cheese fries. As soon as my scallops came out, I could tell it was going to disappoint. You can just tell as it wasn’t freshly grilled/seared and not juicy. I try to get scallops when dining out as they always have that perfect sear. This was not it. I dug my fork in and right away felt like these were frozen scallops that were just overcooked. I should have returned it but didn’t want to be that person. Hubby’s $38 lamb chops were just ok and dry. Maybe it was an off day or maybe not. I would give the restaurant vibe and service 5 stars across the board. But the food was disappointing, even with the inKind discount and so pricey for what we got. I gave the food 3 stars. Our dinner before the inKind discount and before tip was a whopping $234!!! $234.36 total - $106.95 inKind credit used = $127.41 + $43.40 tip = $170.81 total paid after discounts & tip. Honestly, the price point did not justify the quality. Without the discount, we would have paid $281 with tip. I really wish we loved everything more as the ambiance was EVERYTHING! Maybe this was an off day but the experience wasn’t what we had hoped.

The fact that this restaurant was tucked away in an alley in downtown gave you the opportunity to feel as if you were transported to Europe. The string of lights across the dining tables, along with the white rooftops and blue awnings gave it a romantic, european vibe- althought the metromover brought you back to Disney 😂 but thats besides the point. The service was nice, the food came out fast at noon on a Wednesday, and overall the food was good. The salmon platter was fantastic and came with a good assortment of sides including spanakorizo, grilled eggplant, pita, and tzatziki. The "tigania" with seafood for 2 was a bit underwhelming. The size and variety was perfect, but the "lightly breaded and fried" dish was regularly bread and very fried- most of the items tasted overcooked. The hummus appetizer was also not the best choice. The hummus tasted more like vinegar than chickpeas. The pitas were tasty, soft, and warm ➕️IG: @miamicheatdays for more recommendations ✍️

This menu is very literal. Read it closely and ask questions. I ordered the "greek salad." Every Greek salad that I've ever had contained lettuce. This one does not. It's not listed on the menu, so I guess that is on me. The tomatoes and cucumbers that I got are fresh and tasty, but they are missing their friend, lettuce.

Honestly did not love this place. We tried a bunch of things and nothing was very impressive. They have a Miami Spice lunch menu for $48 right now, but they aren’t actually part of Miami Spice (or it would be $30/$35 for lunch). Chicken fried keftes was one of the better things we ordered. Spent $250 total for 5 people

I ordered the pork souvlaki. First of all my meal took forever to come. My party had almost finished eating and that is when my meal arrived. The pork souvlaki was really salty. It was really difficult to eat it. I had to drink a lot of water to cleary palette. Quite disappointed with the experience.

Lamb - $38, the smallest lamb ribs I’ve ever encountered, it was also too salty, and the sides were lackluster, we were so disappointed Eggplant - $16 eggplant was undercooked so really hard to chew and there was so much cheese Shrimp - (not pictured) so fishy and the sides were also mid I am genuinely quite shocked this place has such good reviews. The service is good but wow is the food hard to keep down. I would not recommend coming for the food, come for the bar and vibe but I got very bad food poisoning from this meal.

It had been about six months since our last visit and we were shocked by the changes. Our bartender/waiter was wonderful. It was his first day and he did a great job. However, the food was less than wonderful! Two of us ordered pasticio but they were out of it! The were also out of the octopus cakes. The Aegean chicken which is extremely expensive was cold. My husband never received the roasted vegetables he ordered. Two of us finished our meals before two others were served! We have always loved eating here but this was a horrible experience.

Pedro Calero

Es una comida común y nada especial, esperaba mejor calidad. El precio me pareció muy elevado para los platos que pedimos, las sillas muy incómodas.

Coconut brunch bad experience, food was really good but the person who cleaned our table spilled oil from Greek salad on my pants, a greasy stain on my pants $ 200, no reaction on his part, but from the lady who brought us the bill, I heard "sory about this" zero offer to pay for the laundry and a refund offer for the pants. such a plan cannot be removed from the oil, so the pants have to be thrown away. for the lack of a professional approach to the client 1 *

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Despite the nice ambience and good service, would never visit again because of the food quality. We had mousaka, lamb chops and rib eye steak. One of the worst mousaka ever tried in my life …. And even the meat was so bad quality/tasteless that we couldnt finish it….so disappointing

The Mykonos Seafood. Only eat it because I had no time to waste and was very hungry. $65 and you put the frozen veggies that come in a can? That is just disrespectful and mediocre. The lobster was very dry and over cooked. The head on langostino was also dry and head. The scallops was the only one kinda ok. The server was attentive tho. I would never recommend this place to my friend nor would I come back here.

Be aware: After dining at Meraki Greek, both my husband and I became sick with severe upset stomachs that lasted into the following day. The service was good and the staff were lovely, but the restaurant itself appeared unclean, which made the experience even more concerning. Sharing this so others can make an informed decision.

The food was not good at all, overseasoned, the flavors were off. The place was dirty , the service was good though. Not coming back.

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I usually go to meraki on the Grove, where I always had a great experience but itwas booked so I decided to try the one downtown. It was a group of 3 people. We ordered the saganaki, octopus and peas to start. When the kitchen guy brought us the stater he was rude rushed and looked really angry. The saganaki was as thick as a novel...encyclopedia style if I may add. Not properly cooked . Looked like a thick block of cheese. I could have grated it for cheese on pasta. Anyone who knows...saganaki its a thin cheese fried and gooey. I would know for I am 100% Greek. Sent it back. We ordered our main dishes and a side of Greek fries. It took a long time to get our food. Mine came first. About another fifteen minutes later the other guest received their food. We waited another 20 minutes before the last guest got their food as well. Never received the Greek fries despite us asking for them repeatedly. Our main dishes we not cooked correctly and is was a disappointment overall. They had over 1 hrs to serve us fries and they couldn't even complete such a minor task. The management tried to soothe us by bringing us free pastries....we denied it...paid our bill and left. Management needs more experience in the Greek cuisine and presentation of Greek atmosphere. The kitchen staff seems to have issues of there own as well. Very Poorly run. This is my experience and would never return. As a Greek person this was very disappointing to experience this type of service. The waitress was wonderful. I had a good talk with her and we all knew this was not her fault at all.