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A charming Greek-Italian eatery on the North Shore, famed for its authentic flavors, generous portions, and award-winning BYO status.

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El Greco - Original Greek Street Food

El Greco

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A charming Greek-Italian eatery on the North Shore, famed for its authentic flavors, generous portions, and award-winning BYO status.

"Experience Mediterranean hospitality with delicious, hearty dishes that offer exceptional value."

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Secure your table by making a reservation, especially during peak weekend times.

Try Signature Dishes

Don't miss unique recommendations like the chicken pizza with blue cheese.

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Quick Facts

Closed·Opens Tuesday 12PM

Cuisine

Greek, Italian, Mediterranean

Price

Mid-range

Phone

+64 9 475 5772

Address

Unit 1/1 The Esplanade, Campbells Bay, Auckland 0630, New Zealand

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Auckland's Best BYO Spot

Auckland's Best BYO Spot

Awarded Auckland's best BYO in 2022, El Greco blends Greek and Italian flavors with authentic hospitality.

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Generous Portions & Value

Generous Portions & Value

Diners rave about the incredibly generous portion sizes and reasonable prices, making it a great value.

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Unique Mediterranean Fusion

Unique Mediterranean Fusion

Experience authentic Mediterranean flavors with a delightful fusion of Greek and Italian dishes.

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Gyros or pasta anyone? 📍El Greco, Campbells Bay Big portions and good food although I’ve been a few years ago and I must say the food I had better back then. But the family-owned atmopshere is so nice so I’m not surprised it was packed to the brim and it clearly a local favourite! #aucklandeats #aucklandfoodie #nzfoodie #greekfood #italianfood
@brit_eats_treats
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Book in Advance

Secure your table by making a reservation, especially during peak weekend times.

Try Signature Dishes

Don't miss unique recommendations like the chicken pizza with blue cheese.

back with another auckland eat. auckland rly ate with this food spot in the north shore auckland greek and italian eatery 📍 El Grecco, Campbells Bay I love finding the foodie spots to go to using google maps :’) and found this amazing restaurant! The staff and the owner were so lovely, the service here was incredible. 5/5 service. The food was also super yummy, we got the pesto and ...
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[📍El Greco, Campbells Bay ] Headed over to Campbells bay the other day to El Greco, a family style Greek restaurant 😊 We ordered the mixed dips 🥖 ($26), grilled octopus 🐙 ($26), sikatokia ($26), the fish special 🐟 (special), and the seafood salad 🥗 ($32) Overall some highs and some lows. Would come back for the sikatokia and the seafood salad, and maybe order some different dips next time. 🤷🏻‍♀...
@foodiefindsauckland
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Weekday Dining

Visit on weekdays for a more relaxed atmosphere compared to the busy weekends.

Custom Orders Welcome

Staff are accommodating; ask for customizations if your dietary needs aren't on the vegan menu.

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Book in Advance

Secure your table by making a reservation, especially during peak weekend times.

Try Signature Dishes

Don't miss unique recommendations like the chicken pizza with blue cheese.

Weekday Dining

Visit on weekdays for a more relaxed atmosphere compared to the busy weekends.

Custom Orders Welcome

Staff are accommodating; ask for customizations if your dietary needs aren't on the vegan menu.

What Travellers Say

4.6
(491k reviews)

Reviews Summary

El Greco is praised for its authentic Mediterranean hospitality, generous portions, and great value. Diners love the welcoming atmosphere and flavorful dishes, especially the gyros. However, some reviews mention inconsistencies in food quality and a lack of traditional accompaniments like tzatziki.

"Amazing atmosphere and people. Generous portion sizes and food tastes out of this world. There is a range of dishes to cater for all needs. I need to come back and try the dishes my tummy didn't have room for!!!
I had the aubergine dip and the souvalaki with a cheeky bourbon!"

Fleur

"We had a generally positive dining experience at this local restaurant. The portions are incredibly generous, and the prices are very reasonable. It was our first visit, so it would have been helpful if the waitress, who appeared to be quite young, had taken a moment to introduce the menu. My husband ordered the signature dish, which was impressively large but could have used more vegetables for balance. Overall, a great spot for those who enjoy hearty portions and good value."

Annie Tan

"The gyros were incredible. If you are visiting here, then you need to give it a try. The flatbread is beautifully chewy and hot. The lamb tastes amazing and is perfectly cooked. The starters were delicious and summed up what makes Mediterranean food so good. Just really simple dishes cooked well. The service here is exceptional. Everything is done with a big smile and very friendly. The only thing that held it back from being 5 stars for me was just some consistency in the food. The pizza was OK, nothing particularly wrong with it but we've had a lot better. The chocolate cake we had for dessert tasted like it was pre-bought and wasn't worth the price we paid for it"

jordan semple

What People Like

Authentic Mediterranean hospitality
Generous portions and value
Welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere

What People Dislike

Inconsistency in food quality
Lack of traditional sauces (e.g., tzatziki)
Occasional slow service

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, El Greco was crowned Auckland's Best BYO Restaurant in 2022, so you're welcome to bring your own wine.

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Many reviewers recommend the gyros for their chewy flatbread and perfectly cooked lamb. The chicken pizza with blue cheese is also a unique and popular choice.

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The staff are accommodating and willing to customize orders. They offer a vegan menu and are happy to help with other dietary preferences.

Google Review

Yes, the restaurant has a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere and offers generous portions that are great for sharing.

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Consider visiting on weekdays for a more relaxed experience, as weekends can be quite busy.

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A gorgeous Greek-Italian restaurant in Campbells Bay on the North Shore, El Greco is a neighbourhood eatery at its charming best. Kostas and Sarah Grigorakis’s restaurant is a few minutes’ stroll from the beach and is usually full of happy locals sharing small plates of Greek favourites, or people stopping in for takeaway pizza. The menu features Greek and Italian favourites spanning from dips and mezedes, to salads, pizza and pasta.

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El Greco - Campbells Bay Greek is a surprisingly underrepresented cuisine in Auckland, and that might be because all the people who know their Souvlakis from their Moussakas are flocking to Campbells Bay’s resident Greek output, El Greco. Authentic, fresh Medetterian flavours make up a delightful taste extravaganza, and who doesn’t love authentic home-cooked style

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El Greco – Greek Italian Eatery was founded by Kostas and Sarah Grigorakis in Auckland, New Zealand. Kostas has years of expertise in the hospitality industry as a restaurant owner and chef. He learned to cook from his mother guiding him the classic way of preparing Greek cuisines.

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This casual Mediterranean-inspired restaurant is a favourite of Elements not only for its cozy atmosphere, good food, and its location less than 2km away but also for the work El Greco does in our community reaching out with donations when needed.

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Crowned winner of the 2022 Best BYO Awards; El Greco is the crossover we never knew we needed. The Greek and Italian cuisine come together in a flavourful explosion. The hidden gem can be found nestled near the water of Campbells Bay Beach.

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From the delicious, healthy diet of the Mediterranean you can taste the passion for food, family and life. The menu and the atmosphere in El Greco restaurant brings the memories and the spirit of Greece and Italy to you on the Shore.

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El Greco is a Greek and Italian restaurant created by Kostas and Sarah Grigorakis. They offer fresh, authentic Mediterranean cuisine. Kostas is incredibly involved in the restaurant and is considered the face of the business.

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Costas's help organising beforehand and his understanding of the dietary needs of a coeliac in our party was exceptional. Wonderful food, amazing service. Everyone enjoyed the evening.

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El Greco (2026) – Best of TikTok, Instagram & Reddit Food Guide