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“Tasty but Expensive; Better for Lunch Than Dinner”
Review of Taverna Agora

Taverna Agora
Ranked #12 of 1,502 Restaurants in Raleigh
Price range: US$15 - US$30
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Restaurant details
Dining options: After-hours, Outdoor Seating, Reservations
Neighbourhood: Glenwood South
Description: Taverna Agora is an authentic Greek kitchen & bar where friends & family enjoy good wine, eat wonderfully prepared, simple food and relax. The restaurant is reminiscent of gathering places found in Greece, with old world flavors and rustic roots. However, Taverna Agora expands beyond the traditional agora with a few modern flares, including hand-crafted cocktails, a gourmet marketplace and Sunday brunch.
Reviewed 7 February 2023

It's good but expensive. The flavor is there, though. For dinner, their Biftekia, which is kind of a bunless burger, and their Hirini Brizola, which is a tomahawk pork chop, are both excellent. Portions on the dinner items are just a little on the small side, especially for the price. The lunch menu is better in my opinion and a little more reasonably priced. For example, the meat on the lamb burger on the lunch menu is really outstanding (like the Biftekia). There are other Greek restaurants in the Carolinas that have a broader menu, including Taza on Falls of the Neuse, which is half the price but just as good as Taverna Agora. Zorba's in Columbia, South Carolina is better. The service at Taverna Agora is OK, but they're a little too comfortable.

Date of visit: February 2023
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Thank King D
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WeCare-BrandManager, Agency / Consultant at Taverna Agora, responded to this reviewResponded 9 February 2023

Thank you for taking the time to rate our restaurant. Thank you for mentioning the positive as well as the areas in which we can improve. We appreciate both types of feedback! Thank you for joining us. We hope we will be able to serve you again very soon!

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Reviewed 13 December 2022 via mobile

Great food, great service.
Drew took care of everything we needed.
One of the lamb was little too red and Drew fixed it immediatly

Date of visit: December 2022
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WeCare-BrandManager, Agency / Consultant at Taverna Agora, responded to this reviewResponded 15 December 2022

We're so glad you enjoyed your meal. We appreciate your taking the time to leave a positive 4 stars for us! We hope to be able to serve you again in the near future!

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Reviewed 1 December 2022 via mobile

Had dinner at Taverna Agora with friends and had the best time! We sat on the front patio (it’s enclosed) and had it all to ourselves. Quiet and warm while we were catching up, and Taylor was a fabulous waitress! I’ll be back!

Date of visit: November 2022
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WeCare-BrandManager, Agency / Consultant at Taverna Agora, responded to this reviewResponded 2 December 2022

We are so glad you had an excellent experience! Thanks for taking the time to leave such a great rating! We hope we can serve you again very soon!

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Reviewed 27 November 2022 via mobile

The new items- grilled octopus and eggplant was incredible. Service was amazing as always! My 7 year old loved his hash. Highly recommend!

Date of visit: November 2022
Thank Jennifer B
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WeCare-BrandManager, Agency / Consultant at Taverna Agora, responded to this reviewResponded 29 November 2022

We are so glad you enjoyed your meal! We appreciate your taking the time to leave a 5-star rating! We hope you'll join us again very soon!

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Reviewed 17 November 2022

Had a lovely meal here, village salad, seafood pasta and branzino. Everything tasty and well cooked. Friendly, attentive service. Lovely room with checked tablecloths. Quiet enough to be able to hold a conversation. Good value. Recommended.

Date of visit: November 2022
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WeCare-BrandManager, Agency / Consultant at Taverna Agora, responded to this reviewResponded 18 November 2022

So happy you had a fantastic meal with us! Thank you for taking the time to share your satisfaction with others! We appreciate it! We hope to serve you again very soon!

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