The Simple Greek

Have been to this location a few times. Not sure why I haven’t written a review.
The Simple Greek, as has been written by others is nice, like a Chipotle for Greek, pick what you want and make a gyro or rice bowl with pita, you just pick your protein or veggie and then the toppings… It is fast and simple.
I had a make your own gyro which was fun to create and good to eat. Had a side of Greek fries. They slice the potato behind the counter and add spice and feta cheese. Really good fries.
Really enjoyed my meal. As I have reviewed there is now a restaurant next door that is similar and Aladdin across the street. Not sure why the new restaurant moved in next door when the food is almost the same. Stop by and enjoy a good meal at a fair price.

I’ve become addicted to The Simple Greek in a very short time. I wandered in one day after meeting up with a friend at a nearby coffee shop, and quickly decided I wanted everything on the menu (and carted away a good bit of it for dinner that night).
The food is all very fresh and made in front of you — a nice large hunk of lamb twirls behind the counter ready to be shaved off for gyros (a little visual thrill I always enjoy) and their fries are fried fresh for you when you order. Oh, wait. The Fries.
The fries at The Simple Greek are to-​die-​for. You cannot order just a basic basket of fries. That would deprive you of the visceral joy of consuming their Greek fries, which are tossed with garlic salt, oregano, chunks of feta and then splashed with red wine vinegar. It’s just a true pleasure. It’s like having the Greek version of chili cheese fries, except they are light and fresh and don’t leave you feeling like you need to be rolled home afterwards. I’ve never ordered fries at a Greek place before, but I can’t resist these when I come in.
The gyros are gyros. When you get a good, hearty gyro, it’s just like a good burger. It’s solid and steady and utterly familiar. Theirs are totally top quality and have a TON of meat on them. They have a «double protein» option and I can’t even imagine what their gyro would look like with double the meat! I do like that they offer you a choice of two different tzatziki sauces — one with a yogurt base and the other with a sour cream base — which is a nice feature. I tried the yogurt tzatziki sauce the first time in an effort to go with a more traditional Greek taste, but I like the sharpness of the sour cream better. Also, while I like my gyros with all the traditional toppings, they do a little bit of a Subway/​Chipotle thing, and you can add all sorts of crazy toppings if you so desire.
Their sides are all outstanding as well. I really enjoyed my wrapped grape leaves, and the spanakopita wedge is delicious and melty because they put it on the grill right before serving it to make it nice and toasty. This is a very clever feature and a great way to make some of the more complicated Greek dishes beforehand but still have them be just as fresh when they serve them later.
But what keeps me coming back, especially in the winter, is their lemon chicken soup. It’s a traditional Greek soup called Avgolemono, but no one can pronounce it (not even the employees behind the counter, I seriously just had to Google the spelling). So while I appreciate the authenticity, honestly, they should just call it Lemon Chicken soup and be done with it. I have it every time I go in there, and The Simple Greek should just make it a permanent fixture on the menu instead of saying «soup of the day» because it’s all anybody wants. It gets served to you along with a freshly grilled, piping hot pita cut up into wedges, and the taste and texture combination is blissful. Actually, I would consider this my new perfect «I’m-sick-as-a-dog-bring-me-a-cold-flu-remedy-stat» soup.
The best part is, they are starting delivery at this location! I am bound to get sick by the end of the winter, so I’m totally keeping them on hand for a bit of a «Greek mama» pick-​me-​up. Mmm… I think I need some soup again. Sounds like lunch tomorrow!

Very surprised with the freshness of the food here. I love more nutritional options they have. I got a small salad bowl and opted out from the rice or lettuce. Instead my base was a kale tomato bean salad, with a load of gyro, cucumbers, tomato’s and their Greek yogurt tzatziki sauce (awesome). The bowls come with half a pita and they warm/​grill it. Overall I walked away surprisingly full and happy. This will be a new go to place on my circuit. Also the guy behide the counter was really helpful and explained everything. I give him especially since I came in close to closing time.

Honestly, I was a little disappointed with my experience at The Simple Greek.
The good: fresh vegetables, delicious feta, ample amounts of chicken
The bad: the chicken and the pita both tasted burnt, and the chicken is dry — the burnt taste is so strong that I’m not able to finish my chicken or pita, after only a few bites. Now to find another place to fill me up. I’m also concerned about this strange bitter taste/​tingling sensation left afterwards.

The Simple Greek was fantastic. My wife and I both tried original Gyro’s and we told the cook to «make it the way you’d eat it» and everyone turned out wonderful. They had super customer service, quick turn-​around and and top-​notch flavor. They’re definitely going to be a new regular on my list of weekend stops.

Although The Simple Greek offers a wide range of «healthier» options, it’s sad to say that this store has certainly dropped down on the list of our local favorites. When it was «My Big Fat Greek Gyro» things were better. The food was fresher and the flavors were better.
Now, it appears (and tastes) as though the meats and fillings for your bowl or pita sit out all day.
It’s also a little more on the pricey side, which makes a disappointing trip even worse.

I was driving through the area due to a highway re-​route and we saw this Greek restaurant and thought to stop by (given also the lack of Greek restaurants in the greater area). As soon as we walked in the venue I knew we were up for a nice experience. Just a disclaimer do not expect a gourmet restaurant but rather a quick grab place that is very well run and kept.
The service is friendly and fast and the food selection is large give the type of restaurant. You can build your own gyro and there is a large choice of toppings and side dishes. I have to admit though that the food was a little on the greasy side but this is a «diner”-style «fast food» place after all. I will definitely visiting it again when I am around the area.

I originally came here immediately after the show «The Profit» aired, as I thought it would be cool to check out a venue that was apart of a reality show. That brought me in originally, but the food has kept me coming back! Everyone is always extremely nice, and the gyros are amazing. This is basically a Chipotle style gyro place, as you pick everything that you want on your gyro. A very clever idea, indeed. They always load up the meat, which is fantastic. The green beans are an added bonus, and the yogurt based sauce is incredible. Overall, I would definitely suggest going here if you’re in the Lebo area.

I have been here several times and had the specialty gyro with lentils and their signature sauce. Overall it was very tasty. You can also get it in a bowl instead of on a pita. I also have had the chicken in which is still good, but as good as the gyro. I a thumbs up for sure on the cleanliness and Chipolte-​like assembly line for ordering. The cost was a little high, but worth it. It costs about $ 9 without a drink to get a gyro or a chicken gyro.

I had a short bit of time before an appointment and ran in here for the first time. I like that it’s not a sit down restaurant, so we were in and out with some delicious food. I got a big salad with gyro meat and was happy that they could customize it so I didn’t have to get the feta cheese. It was a fantastic salad! The atmosphere is cute and clean and the service was great. I’m happy to know there is a second location in Market Square and plan on visiting there soon.

If I could give this place 10 stars I would! Having recently moved to Pittsburgh, I have been rather disappointed in the lack of quality restaurants — lots of greasy mom and pop joints using very low-​quality ingredients. There seems to be pizza and gyro shops on every corner and I had been unimpressed with all of them. Then I found The Simple Greek!
This is a Chipotle-​style, build-​your-​own gyro shop. Excellent quality ingredients (actual spring greens instead of shredded iceburg, etc.) but I was most happy to see they had a great selection of add-​on ingredients. Finally, a gyro shop that offers actual Mediterranean ingredients like kalamata olives and feta! PLUS lots of other items like lentils or rice, green beans, tomatoes, onions, cukes, and on and on. Whole wheat pita and yogurt tatziki sauce make healthy substitutes.
I order the bowl and it is HUGE! Seriously, I could make a meal out of just the meat portion alone — they do not skimp! And you can choose chicken or steak in addition to traditional lamb. The rice pudding and baklava are super yummy also. Please, please, come check this place out — you wont regret it!

Wow!!! High quality ingredients, large portions and great customer service!!! LOVE IT!

Very friendly staff!!!
I have been there twice. Very fresh food. You can choose rice, rice/​lentils mix, or lentils as base for bowl. Chicken had excellent flavor. There are 2 versions of green beans — both very tastey. There is a variety of fresh topping — cucumbers, feta, olives, tomatoes, onions, lettuce, etc. Sauces/​dressings available — I liked their signature sour cream one, although the yogurt one was good too.
I have tried both the side orders of vegetarian grape leaves and meat ones — both very good.
Think of it like a Greek version of Chipotle, but better.
Very filling and tasty. The only reason I gave it 4 stars, street parking is limited. The parking garage is right near by — and you can get 1 hr free validated parking. It was just takes time to find parking/​walk — weekdays especially lunch time during week and Saturdays.
Staff is 5 stars!!!
They take credit cards and have take-​out.

I am sad that My Big Fat Greek Gyro is gone. I don’t like all of the options. My pita bread was burnt. We asked for traditional gyros and got a big mess. Sorry but we really don’t like the remodel.

I popped in for lunch yesterday and boy am I glad I did! The staff is amazingly friendly and the food is fresh. I love the selection here for a few reasons:
1. they have vegetarian options — wuhoo!
2. they have healthy options — lentils instead of rice, greek yogurt instead of sour cream, whole wheat pita instead of white
3. they grill the pita for you so it’s nice and warm when you get it
Speaking of healthy food, make sure you order the fries Greek Style! I think it’s red wine vinegar, oregano and feta — yummmmm. I’ll definitely be back!

Tried simple greek 2x so far and love it. It is such a great option when looking for something healthy and quick. Everything was clean and fresh. Reasonable portions and prices. Staff friendly. It really is just agreek version of chipotle, which is genius. I will be a new regular here.

Ignore Jason M. Who obviously can’t seem to grasp the concept of this website.
No one cares that you were denied a gyro at half past six on a Friday, and it’s not a reason to leave a one star rating, you petulant child.
As for the actual food, it’s great. Nice change of pace from the norm in a nice clean place with great kids behind the counter. Don’t let some jerk’s one star rating deter you.

I saw The Simple Greek on the tv show, The Profit, and decided to give it a shot tonight. The menu was nice and simple. You have the option to get their gyros as a bowl, instead of the traditional pita, which they offer you white or wheat. They had about eight different toppings to add to your gyro as well. I ordered the traditional gyro, small Greek salad, and the baklava. The gyro was fresh and the Tzatziki sauce was really tasty! The baklava was da bomb diggity. It just melts right in your mouth! I can’t wait to go back!

Very good! I’ve only been here once, so I’ll update after my next visit, and we could reach 5-​stars. It’s really good. Here’s why:
1. It’s clean and open. I like the white tile walls and floor, which make it feel open and light.
2. The traditional gyro is EXCELLENT. The lamb meat is tasty, hot, and moist. I like the traditional toppings (lettuce, tomato, Greek sauce). The pita is grilled and hot to order. The whole sammy takes about a minute to make, so it’s quick. They wrap it in foil so it stays hot.
3. The two young men working there were helpful to my wife and me as newbies. When I asked «what’s the traditional way?» they told me, which I like.
I tried my wife’s Chicken Gyro, and it was okay, but the chicken was not seasoned much, so it was kind of bland. I suggest sticking with lamb!
That’s it! Give them a try and let us know what you think!

I was driving through Mt. Lebanon at lunchtime and saw a new sign on Washington Rd. I’m glad I stopped to investigate because I was in for a delicious surprise!
The Simple Greek is essentially a Greek food version of Chipotle and Qdoba (with all the same greatness!) You can build a pita, a salad, or a bowl with rice, vegetables, sauces, and meats to your own liking. I had a gyro meat rice bowl with delicious sour cream tzatziki sauce, green beans and potatoes in red sauce, and fresh veggies on top. I was so excited that I could decide what flavors to put together! They really make it to suit you – when I asked to try both types of rice in my bowl, the man making my meal was perfectly willing to split it down the middle to make it just the way I wanted it.
Additionally, the staff there was wonderful! I really appreciated that they took the time to explain what was in everything because, as someone with multiple food allergies, I hate to be surprised. Also, the woman in line behind me was asking about the vegetarian options on the menu and the man assisting her seemed very accommodating to her too. Each person I talked to seemed genuinely happy that I was there to eat, and that is always a plus in my book!
The atmosphere is welcoming, the place looks clean and well-​maintained, and I’m eager to recommend it to all of my friends!