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Restaurants in Denver Suburbs

Athenian Restaurant

4.7
1,597 Google reviews$$ · Moderate

Rates above the average for restaurants near Denver Suburbs — one of 7 we've tracked here.

Things to Know

Athenian Restaurant is an authentic family-run Greek restaurant in Aurora known for homemade dishes and generous portions that taste like they came from a Greek grandmother's kitchen.

This is a place where Greek families and food lovers feel equally at home, with consistently excellent, fresh food and staff who treat regulars like family.

  • Authentic Greek cooking with generous portions that reviewers describe as tasting homemade and made with love
  • Warm, personable family ownership and attentive staff who greet regulars by name
  • Specific dishes praised include the Greek steak, grilled vegetables, gyro sandwich, and roasted vegetable plates

Based on Google reviews · AI summarized

Hours

Monday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Thursday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Friday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Saturday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

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What Visitors Say

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Maria Pangalos

3 weeks ago

I was craving food that tasted like it came from my yiayia's (Greek grandma's) kitchen and this place hit the spot. Delicious, generous portions, clearly made with love. The flavors were excellent, the decor is adorable, and the atmosphere makes you feel right at home. I adore this place and highly recommend it to anyone needing a little love in their bellies!

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Bunny Cochrane

5 months ago

I am Greek and this is delicious, presented beautifully, large portions, and authentic Greek cooking with a family run, very comfortable attentive. and sweet staff. I've had nothing on the menu that I don't love completely. Not to be missed!

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Jana Eklund

10 months ago

Found this little beautiful restaurant on a search for amazing Greek food! This was a winner. And the family that owns it are very personable. We enjoyed our conversation with the owners son. It’s a step into Greece in the middle of Aurora. I had the Greek steak the grilled veggies hit the spot.

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Josh Claypool

4 months ago

Here’s a polished 5-star review you can post: ⸻ ★★★★★ Athena’s Greek Restaurant My daughter and I have been coming to Athena’s for over eight years, and it truly feels like our second home. We know the staff by name, and they always greet us with the same warm, genuine hospitality that keeps us coming back. The food is hands-down the best in town—fresh, flavorful, and consistently delicious no matter what we order. Whether it’s a quick lunch or a special dinner, Athena’s never disappoints. The atmosphere, the service, and the incredible dishes all make this place something special. After all these years, it’s still our favorite restaurant. Highly recommend!

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Athenian Restaurant worth it in Denver Suburbs?

This is a place where Greek families and food lovers feel equally at home, with consistently excellent, fresh food and staff who treat regulars like family. Known for: authentic greek cooking, genuine family warmth.

What do visitors love about Athenian Restaurant?

Authentic Greek cooking with generous portions that reviewers describe as tasting homemade and made with love Warm, personable family ownership and attentive staff who greet regulars by name Specific dishes praised include the Greek steak, grilled vegetables, gyro sandwich, and roasted vegetable plates

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