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Jim's Greek Tavern

80/100 (2183 ratings)

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"Superb food. Very good service. Excellent value for a lot of food. Good with allergies. Zero..."

David Garner

"Jim’s Greek Tavern is a well-established restaurant in Collingwood. They have a ‘no-frills’ decor but very apt for that authentic Greek resto..."

RayDAN143

"If you’re looking for a place to organise a group dinner, this is it! Not only can you BYO, but it’s also made for groups. A very large space,..."

Lisa Giles

"One of the best restaurants I've ever been to. Food is excellent, customer service is exquisite and the atmosphere (particularly at the front part of..."

Andrew David

"Delicious! Went with a large group and they easily adapted the menu to cater for our few vegetarian friends. Portions were really great..."

Katie

"We were invited for a family birthday and had the banquet. The service was good and the servings were generous. Overall good ambiance and would..."

Josie

"Been here 20+ times. The only great restaurant from my childhood that is still open.Best octopus in town, best greek restaurant and it’s..."

Ads Davies

"I’ve been here in the past for a Xmas due and felt it was one of the best Greek foods I’ve ever tasted. Came here again yesterday with my partner..."

RGAnders

"Came here with a large group for the $55 set menu banquet. Service was great with the first dishes arrive shortly after ordering. All food served was..."

M_mcquinn_12

"This place is an institution having been around for many many years. On weekends it’s packed to capacity and still draws the crowds.I..."

Freeo

"Was very busy / packed on a Friday night. Lots of happy people here. Good service, no menu, you are led by the waiter for selections which is good..."

Ryan

"AMAZING! We had the banquet and everything was perfect! Be careful with the bread though - it’s super delicious and will fill you up pretty quick..."

Judene Messi

"Everyone who knows me knows Jim's Greek Tavern is my favourite restaurant in Melbourne.Sure, there may be restaurants where the wine is..."

Jasmin Bleeks

"Fun and lively, which is always the vibe of Greek restaurants. Lovely staff, they amazed us by learning by heart the entire menu of the night (..."

Ann.ha267

"It was my first time and apart from great Greek food, didn't know what to expect. I did get GREAT Greek food, and will definitely be going back in a..."

Lily Steiner

"Fun friendly service! Food was delicious and fresh, favorite were the lamb chops - so tender and tasty! Iconic Greek restaurant and a must..."

MrMena

"Authentic Greek menu. I love that its BYO too. The Saganaki is to die, for, as is the lamb. The place gets packed on a weekend, so be prepared for a..."

Tess Presso

"The interesting thing about this place is that it doesn't have menu. It's either you been there many times and know what to order and be like us and..."

Debby

"Fun night out! Don’t come here looking for a quiet dinner - the lively atmosphere, great food and laid back approach to dining make for a great..."

@esjaysam

"Amazing food! Simple delicious Greek food worth every penny you spend. The Saganaki as good as my Yia Yia's was and the Greek flavours come together..."

Ziggy

"It couldn’t get any more authentic than Jim’s Greek Tavern!! Probably one of the best Greek restaurants I have ever tried. I loved their grilled..."

The Cranky Foodie

"Food was super yummy. Staff was really friendly and accomodating. I would have given this place a 5 rating only if there is a menu with pricing so..."

Melissa Wong

"Who needs a menu ? You won't when you go to Jim's. Make sure you book in advance as Jim's is always busy and so it should be after over 30 years as..."

Food For Thought

"Solid 5. I would give it more if I could.Great service.. great food.Bloody great all round.If you are scared of places..."

Vanessa Elizabeth

"An absolute Melbourne institution this place is a fun night out. A big, vibrant, bustling, restaurant where you kind of feel like you’ve walked..."

KnowingMelbourne

"Amazingly quick service. Very friendly staff. Everything is cooked very well and fresh. Absolutely love the fish and the haloumi cheese. The potions..."

Tabi Ei

"The restaurant was packed when we arrived and quite noisy although the atmosphere was fun. Our waiter was very helpful and we had the banquet which..."

Nalia

"I loved this place as they serve traditional Greek food and being Greek I am very picky with it. Great atmosphere and great service too. Ill..."

Thalia Cottis

"Nice busy dining room with friendly staff. Food was fresh and very tasty, from the haloumi to the lamb gyros to the salads. Can definitely..."

Gursharan Chana

"Best old school Greek in melbourne! No menu can be hard if you're not too familiar with Greek food but take the time to ask what's on offer as..."

Greg Stan

"The best greek food ive had thus far. Amazing flavours. Meat was cooked perfectly. The prawns were very fresh and full of flavour. The galaktoboureko..."

Nds

"Best genuine Greek taverna in Melbourne. Hasn't changed in 20 years. Staff are friendly, food comes out fast. Go the banquet, won't be disappointed...."

Jack Thompson

"The food was great. We had lamb gyros, chicken skewers and blue eye fillet. All tasted great and grilled to perfection. The biggest downside is lack..."

Meead Saberi

"Eccentric and efficient service. No menu. Eat what’s fresh today from the display. The starter of dips, olives and pickled veg is great with some..."

Chela

"1. Ambience = imagine a night in Greece sitting at a tavern 2. Authentic = No fancy stuff, just traditionally made Greek food boasting delicious..."

Chi Chi

"Jim’s Greek Tavern provides authentic Greek food, service and atmosphere. The restaurant does not use menus therefore ordering is done discussing..."

Isabella

"It's "still" happening after all these years ....For a "home-style" Greek feast and atmosphere you can't beat this place I reckon; two..."

"JT" Jeffrie Trika

"Very busy and hard to get a table. Need to book because if you just walk in, you're chases of getting a table a slim to none. They have no menu and..."

Matilda Jeffrey

"Reasons why this place doesn't get a 5: no menu so it's confusing and you don't know what they've got or the prices SO really recommend going with a..."

Nelz

"This place is really hard to review. It's one of the more unique restaurants in Melbourne, and it's an institution. I've stopped going here because..."

Jeremy K

"I have mixed feelings about this place, like a bell-curve_____----------_____We walked in to this super busy bustling place and waited..."

Tina Salameh

"Amazing restaurant with a truly authentic feel (even though I've never been to Greece). Came with a group of friends and got the buffet of food which..."

Whats On The Grill?

"Find us on instagram: loveatfirstbite_aus Jim’s Greek Tavern is practically a Melbourne institution. What is most..."

Love At First Bite

"I've never been disappointed with the food at this venue. It is a popular restaurant pricing itself on fresh produce. Top notch service. Food was..."

Hungry Couples

"Jim's is home cooking at its finest. One of the best Greek Taverns around. Went on a Sauturday night and it was shoulder to shoulder, this did not..."

Nic D

"Good family Greek food, it just keeps coming and coming. Approx $55 per head without drinks. Great for groups, but you must book in..."

Simba

"the phone booking conversation had me think they wont have my booking when we arrived but thankfully they did. This place is no fuss good food, no..."

Azusa

"Came here for a birthday of 20 people. Great staff and service definately will come back!! Food was also awesome! Seafood was on point especially the..."

Cuong Nguyen

"Jim's Greek Tavern is the whole package; incredible food, cosy and authentic environment and friendly waiters. We were served a a basket of..."

Yui Fu

"The food at this place is absolutely amazing. They can handle everything from a couple to a large group and always blow your mind. What I love about..."

Michael Smith

"The food was amazing! :) I kind of like the idea of no menus. The waiter did a great job with suggesting what food to eat. It is a bit expensive but..."

Georgie Triantafillou

"A little taste of Greece in the heart of Collingwood! Great food Greek service like they do it in Greece! Dips are nice food is fresh and good..."

DV

"Loveeee Jim's ❤️Went here twice last week - I'd never get sick of it.Generally to start we have: saganaki and tarama withsome fried..."

Georgia Allen

"It's always good. Sometimes it's amazing and just blows your mind away but I've been going for years and at worst it's amazing. The meat is so full..."

Finger Lickin

"What a f@kn restuarant man!! This is my new favourite place now. Holy shit! Haha You need to just relax, bring some beers and let the waiters..."

Big John

"Authentic Greek food - freshest ingredients and always great service - the seafood is amazing. My favourite scallops in Melbourne by a long..."

Tomishungry

"Greek is my favourite cuisine and Jim's didn't disappoint me. great food nice place and it's really got a nice style. But some of the waiter are rude..."

Freddo

"Food was quality taste and massive flavours. Bit confronting if you don't know what you're walking into! Embrace the atmosphere and you'll have the..."

Emily Smolenaars

"Not much to say that hasn't been said before. Authentic food. Honest Greek cooking. Basic service (as you would receive in Greece). Don't expect..."

EatMeMelbourne

"Traditional Greek style tavern really giving you that authentic feel. Super friendly service and really delicious Greek food! Went there in a large..."

Jai Narayan

"One of the only original taverns in the inner city. Authentic food. No modern twists and hokeypokey garnishes. Good greek food served at good prices...."

Christina

"Just go. Tell yourself you are actually in Greece and all of a sudden the lack of menus, inattentive service and crazy waiters makes perfect sense...."

Paige M

"It would be impossible for me to write about Jims Greek Tavern in some singular, didactic way and have it bear any resemblance to the truth. It was..."

Alex Campbell

"I've been going to Jim's Greek Tavern for close to 15 years and enjoy it every time. Yes it's different and doesn't have a menu and seems a little..."

Saramazzaglia

"Nick was fantastic but the guy organizing seating at the front of house was incredibly rude! Food was great and traditional. FYI- BYO only...."

Taylah

"Food was good. I loved that there was no menu with prices... we put full trust into the workers and chefs. Make sure you're aware of this if you..."

The Notorious Masked Bandit

"Jims never really fails to disappoint! I'm not sure if it's the 80's decor, the angry old Greek waiters arguing with one another or the great food..."

GStram

"Food awesome, service awesome, venue awesome, some patrons can be awful as there rude and abrupt and have no consideration for anybody else, but..."

Troy Williams

"Great authentic Green food with authentic serice. Everything was delicious. The athmosphere was quite rustic, but lovely...Try the grilled fish..."

Ben

"You don't go here if you want silver service and smiling faces. This is where you let the staff choose your meal and let them do what they do best,..."

Luke

"Love this place, just been there tonight and I want to come back already. Freshest seafood I have had in a restaurant. Never been to a Greek..."

Jaline Antonio

"Really fun restaurant with great authentic greek food! The servers just bring what they think you’d like to the table and it does not..."

Harriet Daisy

"Welcome to Greece!! Jim’s Greek Tavern is a great, authentic Greek tavern where they play old Greek music and have no menu. After bringing some..."

George Slavchev

"The food is always amazing, time & time again. Took my son for the first time, he was in love with everything! Definitely need to try this one. ..."

Joe Campisi

"Amazing! 5 person banquet is more like for 7 people.....so bloody full 😁 Seafood, fresh bread, dips, lamb, chicken..... Just delicious..... Staff..."

Trav Harry

"03042022 Lazarus looked after the front and he was a gun and funny. A restaurant that cooked what you order in a Greek way and the vibes takes you..."

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