Meaning “taste” in Greek, Yefsi is a family owned and operated Greek Mediterranean Seafood restaurant located in the heart of the Upper East Side.
1481 York Ave (at E 78th St) New York , NY 10075 United States
Credit Cards | Yes (incl. Discover & MasterCard) |
Outdoor Seating | No |
Menus | Brunch, Dinner |
Drinks | Full Bar, Cocktails |
Food was outstanding. Don't miss the Yefsi chips or the mussels . My only complaint is that even after making a reservation , they said all of their outdoor tables (back & front) were already reserved .
Grilled octopus . JUST DO IT. All day, every day. And the dip plate. And shrimp saganaki . And lemon potatoes . Seriously, this place is utterly amazing. Just don't take my bar seat - pointing at you.
Lively place with great Greek staples. Start with the grilled octopus and beets (very yummy sauce). Go for the imported fish for more authentic (and better cooked) experience
Delicious greek cuisine ! Tried the spread platter, zucchini and eggplant chips , calamari , and the marinated chicken with lemon potatoes . All were excellent.
Must get the seafood orzo entree, lemon potatoes side & octopus appetizer ! My favorite meal in the city to date!
Octopus is amazing. Will have to sample the lamb after the Easter Vigil! End the meal with a scrumptious bowl of yiaourti!
Saganaki is amazing. The pikilla very good. As was the chicken kabob .
Grilled octopus is a must! Everything we've ordered was delicious, except for spinach as a side dish.
Seafood orzo is slammin, great house white , baked feta and octopus set high expectations at the beginning of the meal.
Was a delicious meal! The menu is tasty but they really excel at specials, so give it a listen. Spreads appetizer is always a good bet.
Great greek salad and moussaka , green beans are amazing. Order wine , not the best place for cocktails .
Halloumi to start was yummy. Lamb kebab (souvlaki ?) was really chewy, and tough to even cut up! Be prepared for onion breath ????
Really yummy octopus and great service. Delicious meal from start to finish.
hidden gem ; amazing service & delish authentic dishes : grilled octopus , feta spread, veal pasta ..,incredible
It's a Greek glut: Christos Christou, who has spent time at Molyvos and Milos, has opened this "modern taverna" on the Upper East Side. Read more
Food across the board is amazing...love the Octopus , shrimp and Yefsi chips
Seafood all Greek dishes yum!
Mosharaki is the best!!!!! Ask for extra sauce : ) also love the pikilia appetizer : )
White fish and lamb were delicious. So was the baklava .
Awesome Greek food ! Don't be scared to try the after dinner "gum" tree liqueur !
Food was fresh and cooked to perfection, I highly recommend this restaurant
Local gem. Must try when on upper east side.
Love the Chips and the Moussaka is amazing!
Great food! Love the grilled octopus .
Complimentary bellinis with reasonably priced brunch .
5 stars! Highly recommended!
Love Love Love Their Meze Platter : )
Agvolemono soup is top rate
Love my Greeks
Loved the food and the atmosphere! Reminds me of all the delicious family dinners we had with our Greek friends while growing up on Long Island .
RIDICULOUS grilled octopus
Excellent attentive service.
Probably the best fish dish I have had in months, if not years!! Superb!! Will definitely be back!! - Louis Brusco
Cheap, healthy and good. Its one of the ideal places in the upper east side for everyday eating! Good for large take out meals also! - Marc Schneeberger
I've had authentic Greek food all my life, and Pylos is the closest to authentic Greek cuisine you can get in New York. - Dona H
Loved it! Def recommend it. Laura is a great and patient instructor. - Monserrath Rojas Calle
Huge candy selection, delish donuts and toffee. Will be back for some ice cream. - Russell Hirschorn
I cant pick a favorite because i like almost everything they have. But i always go for seasalt caramel & apple pie! ???? - laine.lwk