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Specialties
AXIA features an exciting Greek menu that has earned rave reviews from NJ foodies since its opening in 2006. Enjoy live music Tuesaday nights – Spiros Exaras on guitar. Casual elegance reigns at AXIA with its sleek, modern layout and «powerfully inviting interior». Executive Chef Alex Gorant modernizes the typical suburban dining experience by grouping dishes into Small Plates and Big Plates. AXIA features a full bar and sommelier-chosen Greek vintages.
History
Established in 2006.
AXIA Taverna was conceived by Michael F. Parlamis, a long time resident of Tenafly. President of his own general contracting firm which specialized in building and outfitting restaurants, Michael was involved with the construction of over 700 restaurants throughout the greater metropolitan area. Michael and his son, Alex Parlamis, created AXIA from the ground up in 2006. The restaurant’s rave reviews are a result of the caliber of its core team: top executive chef Alex Gorant, hand-picked master GM, Tim Vlahopoulos and internationally renowned Greek cuisine expert, Diane Kochilas.
Meet the Business Owner
Alex P.
Business Owner
Executive Chef & Partner Alex — A graduate of the prestigious French Culinary Institute, Alex has worked restaurant landmarks Liberty House (Executive Chef), Town (Sous Chef), Artisinal (Sous Chef), Le Bernardin, Patroon, Restaurant 44, Windows on the World and Esty Street (NJ). As a Greek-American Alex has always had a place in his heart for the country’s cuisine. In 2006, Alex spent the summer in Athens where he perfected the ingredients and menu of AXIA’s menu. He was accompanied by Diane Kochilas, noted cookbook author and world recognized authority on Greek cuisine.
GM & Partner — Tim has 30 years of front of the house experience at various fine dining establishments throughout New York City — most notably Auerole, La Cote Basque and Periyali. In addition to running the front of the house for AXIA, Tim is also the in-house wine maven responsible for creating AXIA’s exciting international wine program featuring several rare vintage Greek wines.