Zesty's

4.7

506 Reviews

$30 and under

Greek

Zesty's

4.7

$30 and under

Greek

Manayunk

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 11, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

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

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Greek, Mediterranean
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
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
Neighborhood
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, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Hummus a la Salonica$8.00
Roasted garlic, sun-dried tomatoes & hummus, served w/ fresh fruits & pita bread
Melizanosalata$8.00
Roasted egg plant w/ herbs & first cold press olive oil, served w/ pita
Greek Spreads$8.00
Taramosalata ("caviar" mousse), tzatziki (cucumber yogurt w/ garlic), skordalia (garlic) served w/ pita
Greek Spreads$5.00
Can be ordered individually

Hot Appetizers

Zesty's Special$12.00
Paper-thin zucchini, eggplant & saganaki cheese, lightly fried
Baby Octopus$12.00
Apple-wood-fire-grilled w/ olive oil, fennel, lemon & oregano
Calamari$8.00
Apple-wood-fire-grilled in garlic, herbs & greens
Crab Cake$14.00
100% crabmeat w/ wild greens & mustard sauce
Marides$8.00
From Greece - Fresh sea smelts, fried in fresh oil

Soup & Salads - Soup

Avgolemono - Egg Lemon Soup$5.00
Soup of the Day$5.00

Soup & Salads - Salads

Caesar Salad$10.00
Crisp Romaine lettuce, home-made grilled croutons & Caesar dressing
Greek Salad$10.00
Fresh Romaine, tomato, scallions, olives, cucumbers, onions, green peperoncini, Feta cheese, tossed in our home made dressing, topped w/ dolmades
Insalata Mista$5.00
Mixed greens

Greek Favorites

Ala Plaka$19.00
Delightful vegetarian baked casserole w/ eggplant, zucchini, red peppers, yellow squash, potatoes, cheese, sautéed onions & a touch of garlic
Liga Apo Olla$20.00
A generous combination of moussaka, pastitsio & spanakopita
Moussaka$17.00
Sautéed eggplant, layered w/ selected cheeses, ground beef, baked in a bechamel sauce
Pastitsio$16.00
Pasta, meat sauce & cheese soaked in a rich bechamel cream & baked to golden perfection
Spanakopita$15.00
Fresh spinach, parsley, dill, scallions & Feta cheese, baked in buttered filoes

Chicken

Chicken Lefkadas$2.00
Chicken breast stuffed w/ fresh spinach & feta cheese, served w/ mashed potatoes, greens & mushroom cream sauce
Petto Di Pollo Al Limone$18.00
Chicken breast sautéed in freshly squeezed lemon juice & parsley
Free Range Chicken$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
Ostrich$24.00
Marinated w/ fresh herbs & garlic, grilled rare or medium-rare served w/ mashed potatoes, mango & peach relish

Pastas

Gnocchi al Gorgonzola$19.00
Uniquely light ricotta gnocchi in a white cream sauce w/ Gorgonzola green cheese
Gnocchi alla fiorentina$18.00
Ricotta & spinach gnocchi w/ cream sauce
Ravioli Verdi$18.00
Cheese & spinach stuffed ravioli, topped w/ our home made tomato sauce
Spaghetti Alle Cozze$17.00
A classical Neapolitan dish, served w/ mussels in red sauce

Lamb

Arni Kapama$20.00
Greek recipe for young lamb w/ herbs & tomato sauce cooked in the oven, served w/ rice pilaf
Arni Souvlaki$24.00
Skewer full of marinated cubes of lamb, apple-wood-fire-grilled, served w/ rice pilaf
Lamb Oporto$24.00
Marinated Lamb T-bones w/ caramelized onion of Port wine reduction
Paithakia Sti Skara$30.00
Baby lamb chops marinated & apple-wood-fire-grilled to taste
Roasted Lamb$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 Cakes$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 lb$29.00
Salmone Aurora$19.00
Apple-wood-fire-grilled & topped w/ a delightful red sauce
Solette
Mediterranean, Baby sole, pan sautéed, on the bone - Market availability
- per lb$30.00

Beef & Veal

Filet Mignon$28.00
12 oz. Marinated & apple-wood-fire- Grilled to taste
Sirloin Steak$25.00
14 oz. Marinated & apple-wood-fire-grilled to taste
Cotoletta Di Vitello Alla Griglia$32.00
14 oz. Veal chop marinated & apple-wood-fire-grilled to perfection
Vitello Al Limone$20.00
Veal sautéed in freshly squeezed lemon juice & parsley
Vitello Con Funghi Porcini$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

Desserts$6.00
All Our Desserts Are Homemade & Change Daily

What 506 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Zesty's offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing service" and "fantastic food." This iconic Greek restaurant charms guests with "authentic dishes" and a welcoming ambiance, highlighted by live music and attentive staff. The owner frequently engages with patrons, ensuring a memorable visit. Perfect for a lively and enjoyable meal.

506 Reviews

K
Ken
Philadelphia
36 reviews
vip
5.0
36 reviews
Dined on December 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
we had a great time celebrating a friends birthday. the food was excellent and the service match the food! really had a great time.
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Heather
Philadelphia
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 15, 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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N
Nancy
Philadelphia
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on November 9, 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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R
Rayzel
Philadelphia
38 reviews
4.0
38 reviews
Dined on October 30, 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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D
Debra
Philadelphia
28 reviews
vip
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on October 25, 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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D
Dmitry
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 19, 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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CG
CynthiaG
Philadelphia
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on October 12, 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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kenneth
Philadelphia
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on October 5, 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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Victoria
Philadelphia
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 5, 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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Diana
Philadelphia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 5, 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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FAQs

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

Zesty's is rated 4.7 stars by 506 OpenTable diners.

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

Zesty's

4.7

$30 and under

Greek

Manayunk

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 11, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

Order delivery or takeout

4382 Main Street, Manayunk, PA 19127

Additional information

Cross street
Levering
Neighborhood
Manayunk
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
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, Takeout, 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.

Zesty's

Zesty's

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Baby Octopus

Greek Salad

Greek Spreads

Cold Appetizers

Hummus a la Salonica$8.00

Melizanosalata$8.00

Greek Spreads$8.00

Greek Spreads$5.00

Hot Appetizers

Zesty's Special$12.00

Baby Octopus$12.00

Calamari$8.00

Crab Cake$14.00

Marides$8.00

Soup & Salads - Soup

Avgolemono - Egg Lemon Soup$5.00

Soup of the Day$5.00

Soup & Salads - Salads

Caesar Salad$10.00

Greek Salad$10.00

Insalata Mista$5.00

Greek Favorites

Ala Plaka$19.00

Liga Apo Olla$20.00

Moussaka$17.00

Pastitsio$16.00

Spanakopita$15.00

Chicken

Chicken Lefkadas$2.00

Petto Di Pollo Al Limone$18.00

Free Range Chicken$20.00

Ostrich$24.00

Pastas

Gnocchi al Gorgonzola$19.00

Gnocchi alla fiorentina$18.00

Ravioli Verdi$18.00

Spaghetti Alle Cozze$17.00

Lamb

Arni Kapama$20.00

Arni Souvlaki$24.00

Lamb Oporto$24.00

Paithakia Sti Skara$30.00

Roasted Lamb$26.00

Fish

Chilean Sea Bass

Crab Cakes$28.00

Barbouni (Rouget)

Salmone Aurora$19.00

Solette

Beef & Veal

Filet Mignon$28.00

Sirloin Steak$25.00

Cotoletta Di Vitello Alla Griglia$32.00

Vitello Al Limone$20.00

Vitello Con Funghi Porcini$22.00

Sandwiches

Chicken Kabab

Gyros sandwich

Roasted Porto Bello Mushroom

Souvlaki Sandwich

Desserts

Desserts$6.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Zesty's offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Zesty's restaurant rated?

Is Zesty's currently accepting reservations?

Zesty's

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information