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Zesty's, Manayunk, PA

Zesty's

4.8
4.8
505 Reviews
$30 and under
Greek

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2 people
19:00
Booked 5 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
It’s a great pleasure having you here and we thank you for your continued support through the years.

Our goal is for every guest to enjoy all we have to offer, from our unique and flavorful small plates to our famous whole fish and traditional Greek favorites. Quench your thirst with the coldest beer on tap in Philadelphia, or share a delicious treat from our signature cocktail menu. Once you’ve been here, you will always be considered a friend.

NYE 2022 Private Party after 6PM

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Greek, Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00–15:00 Dinner Tue–Thu 16:00–22:00 Fri 16:00–23:00 Sat 15:00–23:00 Sun 15:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (215) 483-6226
  • Website
    http://zestys.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Athanasios "Tom" Konidaris
  • Catering
    If you are planning private parties, business luncheons or any special occasion, we will provide a unique way to impress and pamper your guests.<br /><br />We also offer a unique experience with our limo bus service: it can carry up to 15 passengers, is fully air conditioned, and features roomy leather bench seats. We"re happy to pick up large parties for dinner and drinks and provide a safe ride home.
  • Private party facilities
    We are proud to offer our unique cafe seating in our sound proof private dining area, specially installed for discerning couples and parties who prefer a more private dining experience.
  • Location
    4382 Main Street, Manayunk, PA 19127
  • Area
    Manayunk
  • Cross Street
    Levering
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Bus and train are within walking distance.
  • Entertainment
    DJ, Live music
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Cold Appetizers

  • Hummus a la SalonicaUS$8.00

    Roasted garlic, sun-dried tomatoes & hummus, served w/ fresh fruits & pita bread

    • MelizanosalataUS$8.00

      Roasted egg plant w/ herbs & first cold press olive oil, served w/ pita

      • Greek SpreadsUS$8.00

        Taramosalata ("caviar" mousse), tzatziki (cucumber yogurt w/ garlic), skordalia (garlic) served w/ pita

        • Greek SpreadsUS$5.00

          Can be ordered individually

          Hot Appetizers

          • Zesty's SpecialUS$12.00

            Paper-thin zucchini, eggplant & saganaki cheese, lightly fried

            • Baby OctopusUS$12.00

              Apple-wood-fire-grilled w/ olive oil, fennel, lemon & oregano

              • CalamariUS$8.00

                Apple-wood-fire-grilled in garlic, herbs & greens

                • Crab CakeUS$14.00

                  100% crabmeat w/ wild greens & mustard sauce

                  • MaridesUS$8.00

                    From Greece - Fresh sea smelts, fried in fresh oil

                    Soup & Salads - Soup

                    • Avgolemono - Egg Lemon SoupUS$5.00

                      • Soup of the DayUS$5.00

                        Soup & Salads - Salads

                        • Caesar SaladUS$10.00

                          Crisp Romaine lettuce, home-made grilled croutons & Caesar dressing

                          • Greek SaladUS$10.00

                            Fresh Romaine, tomato, scallions, olives, cucumbers, onions, green peperoncini, Feta cheese, tossed in our home made dressing, topped w/ dolmades

                            • Insalata MistaUS$5.00

                              Mixed greens

                              Greek Favorites

                              • Ala PlakaUS$19.00

                                Delightful vegetarian baked casserole w/ eggplant, zucchini, red peppers, yellow squash, potatoes, cheese, sautéed onions & a touch of garlic

                                • Liga Apo OllaUS$20.00

                                  A generous combination of moussaka, pastitsio & spanakopita

                                  • MoussakaUS$17.00

                                    Sautéed eggplant, layered w/ selected cheeses, ground beef, baked in a bechamel sauce

                                    • PastitsioUS$16.00

                                      Pasta, meat sauce & cheese soaked in a rich bechamel cream & baked to golden perfection

                                      • SpanakopitaUS$15.00

                                        Fresh spinach, parsley, dill, scallions & Feta cheese, baked in buttered filoes

                                        Chicken

                                        • Chicken LefkadasUS$2.00

                                          Chicken breast stuffed w/ fresh spinach & feta cheese, served w/ mashed potatoes, greens & mushroom cream sauce

                                          • Petto Di Pollo Al LimoneUS$18.00

                                            Chicken breast sautéed in freshly squeezed lemon juice & parsley

                                            • Free Range ChickenUS$20.00

                                              French free-range chicken breast roasted w/ lemon, garlic, olive oil & oregano, served w/ a delicate cranberry orange sauce & accompanied by mashed potatoes & steamed vegetables

                                              • OstrichUS$24.00

                                                Marinated w/ fresh herbs & garlic, grilled rare or medium-rare served w/ mashed potatoes, mango & peach relish

                                                Pastas

                                                • Gnocchi al GorgonzolaUS$19.00

                                                  Uniquely light ricotta gnocchi in a white cream sauce w/ Gorgonzola green cheese

                                                  • Gnocchi alla fiorentinaUS$18.00

                                                    Ricotta & spinach gnocchi w/ cream sauce

                                                    • Ravioli VerdiUS$18.00

                                                      Cheese & spinach stuffed ravioli, topped w/ our home made tomato sauce

                                                      • Spaghetti Alle CozzeUS$17.00

                                                        A classical Neapolitan dish, served w/ mussels in red sauce

                                                        Lamb

                                                        • Arni KapamaUS$20.00

                                                          Greek recipe for young lamb w/ herbs & tomato sauce cooked in the oven, served w/ rice pilaf

                                                          • Arni SouvlakiUS$24.00

                                                            Skewer full of marinated cubes of lamb, apple-wood-fire-grilled, served w/ rice pilaf

                                                            • Lamb OportoUS$24.00

                                                              Marinated Lamb T-bones w/ caramelized onion of Port wine reduction

                                                              • Paithakia Sti SkaraUS$30.00

                                                                Baby lamb chops marinated & apple-wood-fire-grilled to taste

                                                                • Roasted LambUS$26.00

                                                                  Sliced roasted leg of lamb served w/ roasted new potatoes

                                                                  Fish

                                                                  • Chilean Sea Bass

                                                                    Broiled w/ garlic, olive oil, wine, capers & tomatoes - Market availability & price

                                                                    • Market Price

                                                                  • Crab CakesUS$28.00

                                                                    100 % crab meat, served w/ mashed potatoesand wild greens & mustard sauce

                                                                    • Barbouni (Rouget)

                                                                      Firm & full flavored fish. Fried, on the bone- Market availability

                                                                      • per lbUS$29.00

                                                                    • Salmone AuroraUS$19.00

                                                                      Apple-wood-fire-grilled & topped w/ a delightful red sauce

                                                                      • Solette

                                                                        Mediterranean, Baby sole, pan sautéed, on the bone - Market availability

                                                                        • per lbUS$30.00

                                                                      Beef & Veal

                                                                      • Filet MignonUS$28.00

                                                                        12 oz. Marinated & apple-wood-fire- Grilled to taste

                                                                        • Sirloin SteakUS$25.00

                                                                          14 oz. Marinated & apple-wood-fire-grilled to taste

                                                                          • Cotoletta Di Vitello Alla GrigliaUS$32.00

                                                                            14 oz. Veal chop marinated & apple-wood-fire-grilled to perfection

                                                                            • Vitello Al LimoneUS$20.00

                                                                              Veal sautéed in freshly squeezed lemon juice & parsley

                                                                              • Vitello Con Funghi PorciniUS$22.00

                                                                                Veal & wild mushrooms cooked w/ garlic & olive oil

                                                                                Sandwiches

                                                                                Sandwiches served during lunch hours only.

                                                                                • Chicken Kabab

                                                                                  Served on pita bread w/ tomatoes, onions & Tzatziki sauce

                                                                                  • Gyros sandwich

                                                                                    A flavorful blend of lamb, beef & pork prepared a la rotis w/ tomatoes, onions & Tsaziki sauce

                                                                                    • Roasted Porto Bello Mushroom

                                                                                      With herbed tomato sauce & melted mozzarella cheese on a kaiser roll w/ pasta salad

                                                                                      • Souvlaki Sandwich

                                                                                        Grilled marinated cubes of lamb w/ tomatoes, Onions & tzatziki sauce

                                                                                        Desserts

                                                                                        • DessertsUS$6.00

                                                                                          All Our Desserts Are Homemade & Change Daily

                                                                                          Last updated: 3 February 2022

                                                                                          What 505 people are saying

                                                                                          Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                          Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                          4.8
                                                                                          4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                                                          • 4.8Food
                                                                                          • 4.8Service
                                                                                          • 4.8Ambience
                                                                                          • 4.6Value

                                                                                          Noise • Moderate

                                                                                          Review summary

                                                                                          AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                          Zesty's offers an exceptional dining experience with "amazing food" and "great live music." The ambiance is inviting, and the owner is "attentive to guests," ensuring every visit is memorable. While some have noted slower service during peak times, the "authentic Greek dishes" and "wonderful atmosphere" make it a must-visit.

                                                                                          505 Reviews

                                                                                          1. Heather

                                                                                            Philadelphia

                                                                                            4 reviews

                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                            4 reviews

                                                                                            Dined on 15 November 2024

                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                            Food was great. Excellent service. The owner came around to check on us.

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                                                                                          2. Nancy

                                                                                            Philadelphia

                                                                                            23 reviews

                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                            23 reviews

                                                                                            Dined on 9 November 2024

                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                            Wonderful night celebrating a birthday with live entertainment, excellent service and as always delicious authentic meals.

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                                                                                          3. Rayzel

                                                                                            Philadelphia

                                                                                            38 reviews

                                                                                            4.0

                                                                                            38 reviews

                                                                                            Dined on 30 October 2024

                                                                                            1. Overall 4
                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                            very yummy dinner, had plenty of fish and veggie options - good service. we had nice evening... Loved it. Neighborhood institution

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                                                                                          4. Debra

                                                                                            Philadelphia

                                                                                            28 reviews

                                                                                            vip
                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                            28 reviews

                                                                                            Dined on 25 October 2024

                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                            The BEST OCTOPUS IN THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. point blank period!!! The food was delicious and no wonder this restaurant has been in business for so very long

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                                                                                          5. Dmitry

                                                                                            New York City

                                                                                            1 review

                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                            1 review

                                                                                            Dined on 19 October 2024

                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                            Amazing service, show, food and management at this cool Greek restaurant with live music, belly dancing and much more

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                                                                                          6. CynthiaG

                                                                                            Philadelphia

                                                                                            22 reviews

                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                            22 reviews

                                                                                            Dined on 12 October 2024

                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                            My husband and I went to Zesty’s last night for date night and were so happy that they had music. The food was terrific as always. The owner is attentive to the entire room. We will certainly be back soon.

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                                                                                          7. kenneth

                                                                                            Philadelphia

                                                                                            16 reviews

                                                                                            vip
                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                            16 reviews

                                                                                            Dined on 5 October 2024

                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                            3. Service 4
                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                            Always a great meal! W we enjoyed the Dorado and Dover sole. Delicious.

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                                                                                          8. Victoria

                                                                                            Philadelphia

                                                                                            2 reviews

                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                            2 reviews

                                                                                            Dined on 5 October 2024

                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                            Wonderful food, attentive waiter, excellent music with a small and entertaining band. The fish was amazing. We will be back.

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                                                                                          9. Diana

                                                                                            Philadelphia

                                                                                            1 review

                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                            1 review

                                                                                            Dined on 5 October 2024

                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                            Always a wonderful time at Zesty’s. Food and ambience is great and the live band was fantastic.

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                                                                                          10. nancy

                                                                                            Philadelphia

                                                                                            5 reviews

                                                                                            5.0

                                                                                            5 reviews

                                                                                            Dined on 29 September 2024

                                                                                            1. Overall 5
                                                                                            2. Food 5
                                                                                            3. Service 5
                                                                                            4. Ambience 5
                                                                                            The owner is amazing! Always engaged with his guests and the service staff are the sweetest! Will definitely be back!

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                                                                                          FAQs

                                                                                          Zesty's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (215) 483-6226.

                                                                                          Zesty's is rated 4.8 stars by 505 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                          Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                                                          Make a booking

                                                                                          2 people
                                                                                          19:00
                                                                                          Booked 5 times today

                                                                                          Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                          Google Map for Zesty's

                                                                                          4382 Main Street, Manayunk, PA 19127

                                                                                          Additional information

                                                                                          • Cross Street
                                                                                            Levering
                                                                                          • Area
                                                                                            Manayunk
                                                                                          • Hours of Operation
                                                                                            Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00–15:00 Dinner Tue–Thu 16:00–22:00 Fri 16:00–23:00 Sat 15:00–23:00 Sun 15:00–22:00
                                                                                          • Price
                                                                                            $30 and under
                                                                                          • Cuisines
                                                                                            Greek, Mediterranean
                                                                                          • Dining style
                                                                                            Casual Elegant
                                                                                          • Dress code
                                                                                            Casual Dress
                                                                                          • Parking details
                                                                                            Street Parking
                                                                                          • Public transit
                                                                                            Bus and train are within walking distance.
                                                                                          • Payment Options
                                                                                            AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                          • Executive Chef
                                                                                            Athanasios "Tom" Konidaris
                                                                                          • Entertainment
                                                                                            DJ, Live music
                                                                                          • Additional
                                                                                            Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                          • Website
                                                                                            http://zestys.com/
                                                                                          • Phone number
                                                                                            (215) 483-6226
                                                                                          • Catering
                                                                                            If you are planning private parties, business luncheons or any special occasion, we will provide a unique way to impress and pamper your guests.<br /><br />We also offer a unique experience with our limo bus service: it can carry up to 15 passengers, is fully air conditioned, and features roomy leather bench seats. We"re happy to pick up large parties for dinner and drinks and provide a safe ride home.
                                                                                          • Private party facilities
                                                                                            We are proud to offer our unique cafe seating in our sound proof private dining area, specially installed for discerning couples and parties who prefer a more private dining experience.
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