Nashville's Greek scene runs wider than most people expect, and it stretches well into the collar counties. From a Hendersonville staple that's fed families for years to a fast counter spot near downtown to a Rutherford County room that draws repeat visits from locals on work trips, these are the picks worth knowing across the metro.
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In the same order as the guide. Scores are out of 10; dollar symbols show the listed price tier.
Cafe Rakka has been a Hendersonville fixture long enough that regulars measure their loyalty in years, not visits. The lamb gyro and mixed grill platter are the anchors, and the kitchen keeps both fresh and consistent. It is the kind of family-run place in Sumner County where the staff knows what they are doing and the portions back it up. For Greek food north of the city, this is the one to know.
Greko runs a tight, counter-service operation in Nashville proper, and the beef gyro wrap on housemade pita is the thing to get. Greek fries with feta hold up whether dining in or picking up, and the kitchen moves quickly enough to work for a weekday lunch. Portions are solid, prices stay reasonable, and the staff keeps the line moving. Straightforward, consistent, and easy to return to.
What to order
Traditional Gyro Wrap, Chicken Souvlaki Platter, Greek Fries with Feta
Over in Brentwood (Williamson County), Mediterranean Cuisine punches well above its price point. The lamb gyro, spanakopita, and moussaka are all on the menu, the food reads as genuinely fresh, and the room stays quiet enough for a relaxed lunch. Prices are among the gentlest on this list, making it the practical pick for families in the Brentwood and Franklin area who want real Mediterranean cooking without a long tab.
Mediterranean Cuisine sits on Ward Circle in Brentwood, a counter-service restaurant where the menu is lit up and easy to read. Diners say the room is very clean and the staff considerate and helpful. A patio gives warm days an outdoor option, though it can be cool in early spring.
The gyro platter is the order named most, with tender lamb and beef and a plate of sides that includes Mediterranean salad with sumac, hummus, bread and rice pilaf. A diner who normally eats in Franklin came here for a gyro and called the balance phenomenal. Falafel arrives hot, crisp and fluffy, and the vegetarian platter with dolma, tabbouleh, tzatziki and hummus is a good first order. Kibbeh, chicken shawarma and a lamb shish kebab platter also appear.
The hummus and sauces impressed neighbors who ordered catering for an event, with generous portions and tender chicken even as leftovers. One diner found uneven cuts on a platter, so ask for a tender cut. Lunch is the busiest time, and the staff keeps lines moving.
Insider tip
Come hungry and order the mezze platter to share - it's the best way to sample multiple authentic dishes at once.
What to order
Lamb Gyro, Spanakopita, Moussaka
HoursMon - Thu:10:30 AM - 8:00 PMFri:10:30 AM - 8:30 PMSat:10:30 AM - 8:00 PMSun:11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sam's Kabab Gyro earns its repeat business the old-fashioned way: the food is fresh on every visit, the lamb gyro platter and mixed grill combo are consistently well-executed, and the prices stay fair. Regulars come weekly. The staff and ownership keep the place clean and hospitable, and the chicken kabab is worth adding to any order. Counter-service pace, neighborhood prices, reliable kitchen.
House of Gyros runs a build-your-own setup that lets diners customize the traditional gyro the way they want it. The tzatziki is well-made, the fries come out hot, and the kitchen handles both dine-in and delivery orders with care. Staff are responsive even when customers call with menu questions during a pickup order. It is a low-price, no-fuss counter spot that delivers on the basics every time.
What to order
Traditional Gyro, Greek Village Salad, Chicken Souvlaki
Zorba Cafe in Smyrna (Rutherford County) has built a strong enough reputation that locals rely on it for catering and meal trains, not just weeknight dinners. The gyros are notably lean and fresh rather than greasy, the tzatziki is well-seasoned, and portions are generous. The room is bright and the staff knowledgeable. For anyone spending time in the Smyrna or Murfreesboro corridor, it earns two visits in a week without complaint.
Greek Cafe Grill does the lunch special right: the gyro sandwich with fries features roasted lamb carved from the spit, and the portion is sized to satisfy. The chicken platter runs large. Nothing sits under a heat lamp all afternoon here; the kitchen turns food fresh, and the service keeps pace. For a reliable, full-plate Greek lunch in Nashville, the gyro platter is the order.
What to order
Gyro Platter, Moussaka, Greek Salad with Grilled Chicken
Kabob Gyros is a no-frills counter spot in Nashville that covers the basics at a price that makes sense for a casual dinner. The chicken gyro and mixed grill kabob platter hit the craving without a long wait, and the staff handles the room with patience and friendliness. It is not the most ambitious room on this list, but for a quick, budget-friendly plate of Greek food on the Nashville side of the county line, it gets the job done.
What is the best Greek restaurant near me in the Nashville metro?
It depends on which part of the metro you are in. In Nashville proper, Greko Greek Street Food and Greek Cafe Grill are consistent picks. In Hendersonville (Sumner County), Cafe Rakka has been a neighborhood staple for years. In Brentwood (Williamson County), Mediterranean Cuisine offers some of the best value on the list. In Smyrna (Rutherford County), Zorba Cafe is the one locals return to. Every restaurant on this guide earned its place through its Insider Score; no restaurant pays to be listed.
Are these Greek restaurants good for families on a budget?
Several of them are. Sam's Kabab Gyro, House of Gyros, and Mediterranean Cuisine all carry a single-dollar price rating, meaning a family of four can eat well without a big tab. Greko and Greek Cafe Grill are also priced in the budget-friendly range. The Insider Score reflects real customer experience, not promotional placement.
Which of these spots work well for takeout or delivery?
Greko Greek Street Food is set up for quick pickup and runs consistently on takeout orders. House of Gyros handles delivery orders through third-party platforms and the kitchen stays responsive. Sam's Kabab Gyro also earns praise for food that holds up on the way home. Check current hours before ordering, as they can shift.
How does Top of Nashville choose which Greek restaurants make this guide?
Rankings are based on each restaurant's Insider Score, which is calculated from verified customer reviews across the metro. No restaurant pays for placement or a higher position on the list. The goal is a straightforward answer to where to eat, grounded in what real customers actually say about the food and the experience.
The data first, then the verdict
We start with the review record, not a press release. Every room here is a real kitchen with a strong rating across a meaningful number of reviews, ranked on our 10-point Insider Score. We weight consistency over time and the rooms locals return to, not the ones tourists pass through once. The list updates as the data does. How we work →
Mary Beth runs the dish-by-dish beat across Nashville, building best-of lists neighborhood by neighborhood that point you somewhere specific. Her rankings start with the reviews and end with a recommendation you can use tonight.
