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Rovertou Galli 25, Makrygianni, 117 42 Athens, Greece
Cuisine:GreekTraditional
- Dine-in
- Outdoor seating
Grilled meat fast and cheap on Monastiraki Square since 1965, a minute from the metro, between sights at almost any hour. It is a budget kebab stop in the centre of Athens.
O Thanasis is a kebab and grill restaurant at Mitropoleos 69 on Monastiraki Square in central Athens, founded in 1965 by the brothers Thanasis and Xristos. It suits travellers who want a fast, cheap plate of grilled meat between sights, at almost any hour. Monastiraki metro station on lines 1 and 3 is about a minute away, the flea market lanes start next door, and the Acropolis rises behind the square.
The kebab that made O Thanasis famous is minced meat grilled on a skewer and served with pitta. It is the dish to order on a first visit. Gyros and pork souvlaki fill out the short grill menu, and there are a few vegetarian dishes. Plates arrive quickly and prices are low, which is why the place is packed at lunch.
Seating spreads over two floors indoors, with outdoor tables facing Monastiraki Square. The outdoor tables are the best spot for watching the crowds. Large tables suit families and groups, and staff are friendly even at peak times. A meal usually takes under an hour.
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Daily 10:00–02:00, all year.
No reservations needed; tables turn over quickly. For an outdoor table facing the square, come outside the main lunch and dinner hours.
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It is at Mitropoleos 69, about a minute's walk from Monastiraki metro station.
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Timing & weather
Every day of the year, 10:00–02:00.
Booking
No. Tables turn over quickly, so just walk in.
General
At Mitropoleos 69 on Monastiraki Square, Athens, about a minute's walk from Monastiraki metro station.
The house kebab: minced meat grilled on a skewer and served with pitta.
Two brothers, Thanasis and Xristos, in 1965.
Yes, tables outside face Monastiraki Square.
Yes. Large tables over two floors suit families and groups.
Lines 1 and 3 at Monastiraki.
Call O Thanasis on +30 210 324 4705.
The closest hotel listed on bookingMentor is Hotel Grande Bretagne, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Athens, 850 m away.
bookingMentor lists 5 places to stay in Greece in all.
Acropolis of Athens is the nearest sight listed on bookingMentor, 530 m away.
Stay & facilities
Yes, a few vegetarian dishes are on the menu.
Usually under an hour.
O Thanasis serves Greek, Kebab and Grill cuisine.
Prices & payment
No. It is a budget restaurant with fast service.
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