Medusa Greek Taverna

133 5th Ave, Brooklyn - 11217
171 reviews
Greek Mediterranean
(347) 599-0749

Fantastic neighborhood restaurant! We had eggplant and feta dip…both great. The zucchini chips were amazing! So crispy and the tzatziki was perfect with it. How do they make zucchini crispy???We also had the grilled octopus…very solidWe got the baby lamb chops with the Brussels sprouts and the Greek sausage platter with the lemon potatoes. Everything was so good but we couldn’t finish and we took home the leftovers with some baklava (which we made room for and ate at home and it was also amazing).I had a froseé which miraculously stayed frozen for the entire 1+ hour meal! I’ll be going back just for that when it’s over 85° outside.My only tiny criticism is why use the small 2oz plastic takeout containers to serve the olives and tzatziki? It cheapens the dine in experience when you’re spending $$ to dine out

This place is a gem! I went here with my mother before a concert and they were exceptionally speedy to make sure we got to the show on time. We tried their dip sampler and they all were delicious. The grilled octopus was spectacular as well as the meatballs. I would recommend trying anything on the menu! As well as the drinks. They were so tasty and helped make the meal complete

Went, invited by my son, William E. for food. The attention was excellent. The food was excellent. I liked it, hopefully plan to go back. The place was also very nice. Very clean ! You must try their 5 different types of humus and tzakiti spread....delicious !

What a great place for a boozy brunch. The price was great. I had the $25 boozy brunch. I had the mimosa. There was such a variety of flavors. I had the passion fruit. I started off with the Grilled Halloumi Cheese. It was delicious. I then had the Greek Omelette with feta,vegetables and loukaniko pork. The food was great and so was the service. I would highly recommend this restaurant.

My boyfriend and I have been here twice in the past week because the food is authentic, delicious, and the staff very nice. This will be our go-to place since we just moved to the neighborhood. We brought his Greek family here and they approved. Amazing happy hour deals as well. Best spanakopita I have ever had.

We came here at around 10pm (way past dinner time) and stayed until 1am.The food & drinks were so delicious! My favorite was the greek fries. The portion was huge. The drink I ordered was sweet and beautiful as well. I forgot the name of this drink. It started with an L and has tequila in it, if that helps at all. Check the photos if you want to show the waiter the photo to identify the drink.We also shared and ordered the calamari, brussel sprouts, grilled halloumi, and grilled octopus on top of the Greek fries.

The grilled octopus meze was one of the tenderest and flavorful preparations I've ever had with a lovely crispy skin that wrapped the most perfect lemony bite. The platter portions are large but not overbearing and come with a salad, some pita, and your choice of side (get the brussel sprouts!) Dinner was accompanied by a Sangarita to start and followed by a Frosita. Both have a pour of sangria, but the former features frozen margarita and the latter frozé -- both are boozy and divine with the Frosita on the sweeter side. Dinner was finished with some baklava as recommended by our fabulous host and playlist curator Hugo -- all delicious. The music throughout the evening was pitch perfect with Bjork, Portishead, and Everything But the Girl featured. If you're looking for great people, great food, and great drinks, definitely visit.

Hugo is amazing. He can make a great drink. Try the Greek gyro platter. Highlights: calamari was amazing. Not chewy nor overcooked. Salmon and spinach and rice was fresh.

Delicious dinner. Had the octopus platter and it was very filling, they allowed me to sub the beet salad for the regular salad. Octopus was cooked perfectly and was a very big portion. Staff was so friendly, gave me a complimentary piece of baklava for dessert. Thank you for a great experience! Definitely will visit again when I’m in town

Went here a couple weeks ago with my mom and loved that their kitchen is open so late! We enjoyed the festive atmosphere, the music was upbeat but not too loud, and our server was very friendly. My mom ordered the best dish which was the Moussaka. Mine was good but basically cheese and meat, not very complex or anything. The food was good, nothing particularly outstanding but it hit the spot. This is a good choice if you’re in the area, it’s bit late, and you want a satisfying meal!