Barbayani Greek Taverna

Name: Barbayani Greek Taverna
Address: 388 Main St, Los Altos, CA, United States, 94022-2805
Telephone: (650) 405-6087
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

295 Reviews

$30 and under

Greek

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2 people

17 Feb 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 7 times today

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
Charming

**For parties of 15 or more, kindly call our Events Manager
Robert Miguel at (415) 307-5609 or email robertm@barbayanitaverna.com.**

Hospitality in ancient Greece is a timeless tradition deeply woven into the fabric of its culture. In the Mediterranean, a region historically known as a melting pot of diverse cultures and cuisines, this spirit of hospitality was not only a virtue but a sacred duty. From the early times of city-states to the present day, the people of Greece have welcomed weary travelers as if they were guests from the gods themselves. This tradition is a testament to the enduring values of generosity, kindness, and warmth that have characterized Greek society for millennia. Whether it’s a simple offering of food and shelter or the sharing of stories and experiences, the essence of Greek hospitality remains as vibrant and essential today as it was in the days of Homer’s epic tales.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Greek, Mediterranean
Hours of Operation
Daily 11:30 am–2:30 pm Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(650) 405-6087
Website
http://www.barbayanitaverna.com/
Dress code
Business Casual
Catering
Please call Robert Miguel at (415) 307-5609 for parties of 14 or more!
Private party facilities
Please call Robert Miguel at (415) 307-5609 for parties of 14 or more!

Location
388 Main St, Los Altos, CA 94022-2805
Area
Los Altos
Parking details
None
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access

What 295 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

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Review summary

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Barbayani Greek Taverna delights with "outstanding Greek food" and a "lovely atmosphere." Guests praise the "authentic dishes" and "attentive service." The ambiance is reminiscent of Greece, making it a "true gem" in Los Altos. While some dishes may vary in flavor, the overall experience remains "excellent" and "highly recommended."

295 Reviews

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Susan
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were a group of 5. All food was quick to arrive, hot foods were hot, all food was well plated and had very good flavor. We all had drinks from the specialty drinks list, and they were all really delicious and beautifully presented. We are a boisterous group, and enjoyed the energy of the place. Our waitress was amazing!!! I am sorry I don’t remember her name. She made the night even more fun.
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Chloe
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent Greek food, beautiful restaurant. Fun place to meet up with friends!
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Frederik
VIP
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful dinner experience, great service and outstanding food. Highly recommend 🙏
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Joerg
VIP
San Francisco
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Food mediocre, no salt no taste not authentic. All people around us just left half off the meal on the plate and took one bite of the dessert and left the place, it was an disaster
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Abigail
Atlanta
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Not sure if it was just the Valentine’s Day experience, but the food was atrocious and the service was completely chaotic. Beautiful dining room and decent servers, but they all seemed brand new.
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Mark
San Francisco
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great, delicious, upscale Greek food in a very pleasant restaurant with excellent service.
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Dawne
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 3 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It is always a lovely experience at Barbayani. Our meal was wonderful, everything fresh and presented beautifully and our server, Ria, was exceptional.
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Celestina
VIP
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 3 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
AMAZING! Must try! We loved the salted crusted sea-bass!
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Michal
VIP
San Francisco
29 reviews
3.0
29 reviews
Dined on 26 January 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
It was our first time at the restaurant. I love Greek and mediterranean food and the menu looked amazing. Our servers were kind and helpful. However the food we ordered was only so so. I found the items that I chose, the tiger shrimp, swimming in a cheesy broth that I didn't expect and though they were tasty, and the sauce was good there was way too much liquid. The Chilean Sea Bass, that was my main dish was sent back. It was bland and piled upon some boiled vegetables that were in a soupy broth, which was not what I would have expected. I very rarely send things back. I am sure there are things that are awesome on the menu, my spouses tuna main dish was better and we ended up sharing it. If I go back I will ask more about the dishes I order and their preparation before ordering. We were with friends and too engrossed in conversation. The server was sympathetic and took the sea bass off our bill which was appreciated. Not a bad place to try and the space is lovely, but do ask more than we did before choosing your meal.
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Sylvia
San Francisco
156 reviews
5.0
156 reviews
Dined on 26 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our party of 4 enjoyed an excellent dinner of small plates. Our guests commented about how attractive the dining room was, and all of us appreciated the outstanding service we received. Staff were very attentive, quick, and helpful. We will definitely return, and we appreciated the value for quality of food.
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FAQs

Barbayani Greek Taverna offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 405-6087.

Barbayani Greek Taverna is rated 4.6 stars by 295 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

17 Feb 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 7 times today

Order delivery or takeout

388 Main St, Los Altos, CA 94022-2805

Dining areas

Additional information

Area
Los Altos
Hours of Operation
Daily 11:30 am–2:30 pm Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Greek, Mediterranean
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access

Website
http://www.barbayanitaverna.com/
Phone number
(650) 405-6087
Catering
Please call Robert Miguel at (415) 307-5609 for parties of 14 or more!
Private party facilities
Please call Robert Miguel at (415) 307-5609 for parties of 14 or more!

Barbayani Greek Taverna

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