★
★
★
★
★
My very significant other and I started with Dolmathes (Stuffed Grape Leaves) and Saganaki (pan fried Kefalotyri Cheese) and we shared a Horiatiki Sakad. The Misses had Wood grilled Steak Tips which she enjoyed very much. I had the Arni Kokkinisto (Braised Lamb Shank) and It may have been even better than my Grandmother's. We finished the evening with an excellent cup of coffee and shared Galaktoboureko. I highly recommend and reservations are strongly advised.
★
★
★
★
★
The best Greek restaurant I've tried in Massachusetts. Every dish we got was excellent. The atmosphere is very warm and cozy. The staff is helpful and kind. Definitely coming back again and next time will save some space for baklava :)
★
★
★
★
★
It is difficult to find an equivalent of the sunny shores and wind drenched mountains of Greece. I have found the culinary Little Greece in Peabody with exquisite and authentic Greek cuisine that is Kouzina restaurant.
Two aspects distinguish it: the use of top quality genuine ingredients, and an inspired chef. All items are crafted from scratch and made to order. Please, don't rush great cooking, and be patient for the Greek sun and wind to sweep you to culinary heaven.
★
★
★
★
★
this place deserves more than 5 stars. my fiancé is Greek and he saw this restaurant on Phantom Gourmet, so we had to check it out. the owner is a sweetheart. the service was wonderful. the atmosphere was straight out of a classic Greek community with a twist of upscale modern. the food exceeded my expectations. highly recommend the Moussaka. will 100% be coming here again!
★
★
★
★
★
Always great food when we go - we usually get octopus, lemon potatoes, lamb, and some sides and they’re always fantastic. Ambiance is great but there is a martial arts dojo next door and sometimes when they’re doing punching bag drills the floor in the restaurant literally shakes if you’re sitting on that side of the restaurant. This makes it more a 4.5 star review, but it’s a minor point and isn’t a constant thing. If you’re sitting on the other side the ambiance and atmosphere are excellent.
★
★
★
★
★
Restaurant Review: Kouzina Greek Restaurant 📍 134 Newbury St, Peabody, MA 01960
Kouzina is a family-owned Greek restaurant on Route 1 that serves food made with love and top-notch ingredients. They even import their olive oil directly from Greece, which adds an authentic touch to every dish. I got a behind-the-scenes look at how some items are made, and it’s clear that quality is their priority. Here’s my breakdown of the menu:
Appetizers Spanakopita Crispy phyllo pastry filled with spinach, herbs, and feta. The portion size was huge—like a slice of pizza! A must-try for anyone who loves Greek classics. 9/10
Kolokithakia (Fried Zucchini Chips) Thinly sliced zucchini chips served with homemade tzatziki sauce. The flavor was fantastic, but I wish they were slightly crispier. 9/10
Greek Fries Freshly cut fries topped with aged feta and oregano. You can’t go wrong with fries and cheese—absolutely perfect. 10/10
Oktapodi (Grilled Octopus) Tender grilled octopus served with creamy fava. It was delicious but slightly fatty. If you enjoy octopus, this dish will impress you. 9/10
Saganaki (Flamed Kefalotyri Cheese) A showstopper! This Greek cheese is flamed with ouzo right at your table. The gooey texture and tangy flavor were amazing. My boyfriend even mistook it for bread when I reheated it at home. A must-order. 10/10
Horiatiki (Village Salad) A traditional salad with tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, peppers, barrel-aged feta, and kalamata olives, tossed in olive oil and oregano. Fresh, shareable, and flavorful. 9/10
Entrees Pork Gyro A classic gyro packed with pork, tomato, onion, fries, and tzatziki in a soft pita. They didn’t skimp on the tzatziki, which I really appreciated. Absolutely delicious. 10/10
Deluxe Souvlaki Skewers Chicken and pork skewers cooked to juicy perfection. The meat was tender, but I wanted more dipping sauce to pair with it. 9/10
Dessert Galaktobouriko A creamy semolina custard wrapped in flaky pastry and drenched in honey syrup, topped wit
★
★
★
★
★
Excellent, hearty, REAL Greek food!. Easily accessible, located on R1 South. A Beautiful, cozy, charmingly decorated dinning room. Simple yet varied menu. Their FETA PSITI is poetry on a plate!, a sweet, savory, spicy combination wrapped in the crunchiest phyllo pastry ever. Their ARNI KOKKINISTO is lamb shank simmered in tomatos. Genius!The tenderness of the lamb is unreal! it falls of the bone and simply melts in your mouth, we tried it with rosted lemon potatos (buttery and delicious) and rice pilaf (fluffy yet firm, flavorful!). The YOUVETSI is another Lamb spot-on. Lamb shank perfectly cooked, tender and juicy laying in a bed of smooth, firm and chewy Orzo with rich, fresh tomato flavor, simply succulent. VERY reasonable prices, BIG portions, EXCELLENT service and above all tasty, tasty, tasty! Definitely a MUST GO PLACE in Peabody!!
★
★
★
★
★
Found this place by accident and we're happy with the outcome! The restaurant is conveniently located, very clean with good service. We were greeted and taken care of throughout our stay. The food was very good and we really enjoyed although it seemed a bit pricey especially the appetizers. In any case, we had a very pleasant and enjoyable experience.
★
★
★
★
★
Kicked off our weekend up north the right way with a stop at Kouzina in Peabody 🇬🇷✨ We dove straight in with some strong cocktails & perfectly crispy calamari paired with a taramasalata dip that seriously stole the show. For the main event, we went all in on the deluxe platter loaded with chicken souvlaki skewers, pork gyro, rice pilaf, lemon potatoes & plenty of tzatziki. Every bite was fresh, vibrant, & packed with flavor. Shoutout to our waitress Jona who was absolutely fantastic & made the whole experience even better 💙
#FoodieFinds #NorthShoreEats #GreekFoodLovers #WeekendEats #bostonfoodies
★
★
★
★
★
I recently stopped in with a friend for an amazing birthday lunch. We started with the Zucchini Chips & Feta Psiti - both were good, but the Feta Psiti shook me to my core. I've never had a dish quite like that; it was a blend of savory and sweet with the perfect crunch from the phyllo dough. For our mains, we both ordered the Arni Kokkinisto - the lamb shank was perfectly roasted, and the meat fell right off the bone. All of the sides and the flavors were well worth the money. Plus, we went home with plenty of leftovers.
Although the food was five stars, we have to mention the fantastic service we received! They all made us feel like family, thus making the meal even more enjoyable. I can't wait to come back and try more dishes.