Papa Cristo's Catering & Greek Taverna

08/19/09

I love Papa Cristo he's a sweet old man

by robschris

This place is so so so good. The food is amazing. Trying the baklava and the Greek salad.

They also do catering.

I CAN’T WAIT TO GO BACK!

• Pros: Best Greek food in the city of LA
• Cons: NONE

03/16/09

A Secret Pleasure

by FAIR1

This place needs to expand and be more service oriented like a true restaurant although they have counter order and carry-out too. I have no doubt it could be much more successful. The food is great and far from mediocre--Hey, if I could I'd eat there several times a week. Price is well worth the tasty food (meaning you'll mainly get cheap-to-moderate BARGAINS in taste). Note store items swing low and high, and the emphasis is on food in a no-frills dining hall sprinkled with object d'art, with a tiny patio area thrown into the mix. You may dress casual to upscale (not necessary so guess it depends on what you're celebrating) It's all about the food so you'll not want to enjoy it alone.

• Pros: Fast counter service available, divine selection, shop too!
• Cons: Small parking lot

01/11/09

Authentic Greek Taverna in East LA

by nvelis

This is the food I grew up on. The meats are amazing and the dips and sauces are authentic. Everything from gyros to grilled squid is on the menu and all with the authentic Greek flavors. Papa Cristos is fun for a group and appropriate for a family.

• Pros: amazing food, entertainment, the market, good parking
• Cons: styrofoam plates

02/06/08

Excellent

by caligari

Low key casual atmosphere. Great Greek food with fresh tasting ingredients. A top lunch spot if you are in the area.

• Pros: Great prices, great food.
• Cons: The giant dining room has an echo

12/23/07

Best Food

by ortensia

Moving to Los Angeles from the East Coast I have found it difficult to find really good food (except for Mexican) however here it is. I love this place. It is similar to the Italian deli/family style restaurants back east.

Amazing Spanakopita and Souvlaki, ohh and the baklava. Best Bread I have had since I have been here and an amazing selection on Ouzo and Raki for brave. GO!

• Pros: food,market,service

11/28/07

Best Greek Food!

by manuella

I've been going to Papa Cristo's for years - ever since i can remember. The food is always delicious. The souvlaki is great and they have the best Gyros in town! They also have a wonderful Tzatziki sauce - very authentic. The service is always good and the people are very friendly. They also have a market (C& K Imports) where you can buy products from Greece and other countries. I highly recommend this restaurant to all my friends.

11/13/07

Best Greek food

by irishmcgurry

Best Greek everything is home made and fresh. I have been to Greece many times and this is the best greek food I have in L.A. truly delicious. The owner and staff couldn't be more helpful. The great news is they cater parties too and we all know tis the season!!!.

10/27/07

BEST GREEK FOOD

by food101critic

I have been coming to Papa Cristos and C & K for as long as I can remember. The food is authentic, wholesome and is a true taste of Greece. As I have traveled to nearly every region of Greece and most islands, I can honestly say this is the best thing because its the REAL thing. My favorite is the lamb souvlaki and lamb chops, of course, with Papa Cristo's famous Greek seasoning. Oh, and the home recipe (His mother's) Greek-style potatos that come with the dinner meals. While waiting for your delicious entre, I usually spend some time in the market (C & K importing) to gather up some imported goodies to take home. If you like Greek food or want to try it... come to Papa Cristo's for a picnic style lunch or dinner- it truly is special.

All i can say is...I cannot wait to go back!

10/26/07

It's the BEST "OPA" in LA!!

by greekg

It's a beautiful day in LA at lunch hour and where do I find myself along with 7 of my colleagues??.. At my favorite Greek Restaurant in LA - PAPA CRISTO'S! There was a long line as we saw our watches were ticking to get back to our downtown office... a friendly man with a Greek accent greeted us and asked us if we needed a table... he sat us immediately and said "don't worry I'll take care of you - you look like you're in a hurry"... He took our order, our drinks were on the table within minutes and shortly there after a plate of delicious appetizers was sitting in front of us, followed by my favorite gyro sandwich and all the other fantastic food my colleagues ordered. I highly recommend PAPA CRISTO'S whether it be at lunch or dinner -- YOU WILL GET THE BEST GREEK FOOD EVER! OPA - PAPA CRISTOS - Thank you for bringing Athens to LA!

• Pros: The real thing - Greek Homestyle Food!
• Cons: NONE!

09/09/07

Worst Greek Restaurant Ever

by maryberry1029

We absolutely adore Greek food; as we formerly lived in Greece and Turkey. Unfortunately, this place was completely subpar. We went there this past Friday and had takeout before the restaurant closed. Everything we received was utterly horrendous. Nothing tasted fresh. Most Greek dishes are full of flavorful olive oil. Every dish tasted as if nothing was cooked woth olive oil...but rather vegetable oil. The Greek salad was made with regular lettuce nothing like traditional Greek salads that have romaine lettuce. In addition, we received all leftover pieces of meat rather than what one normally would receive, fresh slices of good cuts. They recommended getting baklivar from the bakery which to our dismay was a disaster; it was very apparent it was extremly old and had been sitting for days. This was the worst Greek experience we have ever had. We spent over 100 dollars in food and were sorely disappointed. Never again will we eat there. We have lived in New York City, San Francisco, Greece, and Turkey and we have never seen the likes of a restaurant such as this that calls itself a Greek restaurant. Diner beware!