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South Street Souvlaki

4.6 (37)
$31 to $50
Greek
509 South St, Philadelphia, PA 19147

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South Street Souvlaki

4.6
$31 to $50
Greek
South Street

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Charming
Due to current affairs, we are keeping our customers health as our first priority and temporarily closing the restaurant. Please check back with us shortly to set up a reservation.

My name is Tom Vasiliades. I am the proud owner of South Street Souvlaaki. For more than 40 years, my dedicated staff and I have been serving the finest, award-winning Greek & Mediterranean fare at my restaurant on Philadelphia's historic South Street.

​I stand committed to quality. Fresh food prepared daily with that old-country know how offers our loyal patrons world class meals. My staff & I always keep on top of our game. Our work ethic always provides you a predictable memorable experience.

​Stop in and enjoy the best Greek meal you will ever have! I hope to see you soon.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Greek
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at South Street Souvlaki.

4.6

4.6
(37)
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

37 Reviews
  1. Liliya Gold

    Philadelphia12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 19, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our family has been going to this Greek restaurant for many years ... Tried other Greek places, but this one is still one of the best in Philly for authentic Greek meal and vibe! Love this place and always recommend.

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  2. FREDRIC Gold

    Philadelphia33 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I forgot how great this restaurant is. I hadn’t been here in years. The food is outstanding. Great value. Great service. A Philly gem!

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  3. Debbie Gold

    New York City515 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 30, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    You can't beat the lamb chops or mussels Their kabobs are great too The prices are reasonable We been coming since 1970

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  4. Debbie Gold

    New York City515 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We hadn't been at the restaurant for quite a while We were warmly welcomed Everything was delicious We won't wait so long next time

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  5. Jerome

    Philadelphia8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on November 25, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We were at granddaughters school for grandparents day. We decided to go out to lunch and what a great choice, food was delicious staff was great friendly and very patient

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  6. Thomas Gold

    New York City128 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 13, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The portion are small. We left the place a bit hungry.

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  7. Thia Gold

    Philadelphia3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Good and service were great! Music was too loud which made it difficult to hear when trying to have a conversation.

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  8. JoanneM Gold

    Philadelphia125 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We started going to this restaurant 45+ years ago. We’ve gone back many times but it has been a few years since our last visit. The restaurant is unchanged in decor and also in the quality, freshness and taste of the gyros, which is so outstanding! It’s the only thing we get other than a Greek salad or hummus with pita. The gyro was still amazing.

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  9. Phillygirl Gold

    Philadelphia25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 4, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Best Greek food in town for a crazy, reasonable cost

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  10. TrovSenior Gold

    Philadelphia19 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 27, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We have eaten here probably 50 times over 30 years. Tom has sold the business to his previous employees who generally do a good job continuing Tom’s classic Greek dishes. I don’t appreciate being served my entree while still working on my appetizer. It feels rushed and the main dish can cool off unnecessarily. We waited almost 10 minutes for our cocktails while the bartender filled orders of soft drinks. I always wondered why those soda orders couldn’t be filled by the wait staff. Overall a good bargain and we return again.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Greek
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

FAQs

Portions at South Street Souvlaki tend to be generous, guests frequently praise huge combo platters and gyros that are filling enough for a meal.

Yes, South Street Souvlaki is family-friendly: guests describe it as "Family friendly, " and several reviews note family visits with children and grandchildren.

South Street Souvlaki feels warm and welcoming, a cozy, authentic Greek spot with a small dining area, a family-friendly vibe, and a visible kitchen where guests enjoy watching cooks prepare fresh dishes.

Casual dress is the guide at South Street Souvlaki, comfortable, everyday clothes are entirely appropriate.

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South Street Souvlaki

4.6
$31 to $50
Greek
South Street

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
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