The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill Irvine Review: Big Plates, Friendly Staff

Oct 25, 2026 | Restaurants, California, Food & Drink, Orange County, United States | 0 comments

The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill in Irvine is an easy, reliable stop for a filling Mediterranean meal in Orange County. We ate here right after a session at Activate Games in Tustin, about five minutes away, and left full. This Great Greek Irvine review covers what we ordered, what it cost, the seating and how the staff handled food allergies.

Covered outdoor patio at The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill in Irvine — The Great Greek on Alton Parkway in Irvine, with a covered patio out front

Dining room with red chairs and the order counter at The Great Greek Irvine — The Great Greek on Alton Parkway in Irvine, with a covered patio out front

Quick Summary

Address: 3965 Alton Pkwy, Suite B, Irvine, CA 92606
Hours: about 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. most days, until 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday (check before you go)
Parking: free lot right outside
Seating: plenty of room inside, plus a covered outdoor patio
Alcohol: yes, draft and bottled beer
What we ordered: a gyro pita, a gyro plate, and chicken and lamb kabob plates
Prices: gyro pita $12.99, kabob plates $19.99 to $21.99 (as of late October)
Food allergies: staff read our allergy cards and knew the menu well

Atmosphere and Seating

The Great Greek is a fast-casual restaurant. You order at the counter and they bring the food to your table. The dining room is bright and roomy, with plenty of tables, so we never felt crowded. There is also a covered patio out front with outdoor seating, which is nice on a warm Orange County afternoon.

Service was good. The staff was friendly, patient while we decided, and quick to bring out the food.

The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill Irvine exterior on Alton Parkway — Outside, the entrance and the dining room

Front entrance of The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill Irvine — Outside, the entrance and the dining room

The Menu

The menu covers the Greek and Mediterranean basics: gyros, souvlaki (kabob) plates, salads, wraps, dips like tzatziki and hummus, and desserts. Entree plates come with a side salad, tzatziki and pita, plus your choice of rice pilaf or fries. Lemon potatoes or feta fries cost $1.50 extra.

There is a kids menu with options like cheese pizza, a grilled cheese pita, chicken fingers and smaller gyro and souvlaki plates, priced from $9.99 to $15.99 with a side and a drink. They also offer family meal deals if you are feeding a group.

Order counter and menu boards at The Great Greek Irvine — Order at the counter, then grab a table

Menu boards showing sandwiches, entrees and family meal deals at The Great Greek — Order at the counter, then grab a table

What We Ordered

Between the three of us, we had four dishes. The portions were big, and we were full by the end. We had planned to try dessert but didn't have room.

Gyro Pita

The Great Greek Gyro ($12.99) is a warm pita stuffed with gyro meat, romaine, tomato, red onion, tzatziki and a generous amount of feta. It is a solid, filling option if you want something lighter than a full plate.

Close-up of a gyro pita with gyro meat, feta, tzatziki and tomato — The gyro pita

Gyro Plate

The gyro plate comes with a big pile of sliced gyro meat over pita, topped with diced tomato and red onion, with rice pilaf, tzatziki and a lemon wedge. Good value for the amount of food.

Overhead view of a gyro plate with rice and tzatziki at The Great Greek Irvine — The gyro plate

Chicken and Lamb Kabob Plates

We ordered two souvlaki plates, one chicken ($19.99) and one lamb ($21.99). Both came with nicely charred skewers over rice pilaf, grilled pita, tzatziki and lemon. The lamb was our favorite dish of the meal.

Chicken souvlaki kabob plate with rice pilaf, pita and tzatziki — Chicken (left) and lamb kabob plates

Lamb souvlaki kabob plate with rice pilaf and grilled pita — Chicken (left) and lamb kabob plates

Next Time: Baklava Ice Cream

The baklava ice cream ($6.99) caught our eye: crumbled baklava over vanilla bean ice cream with honey. We were too full this time, so it is on the list for next time. If you are dealing with nut allergies, note that baklava is made with walnuts.

How They Handled Food Allergies

Our son has multiple food allergies, so we always hand over allergy cards when we order. The staff here took the time to read through the cards and answer our questions. They seemed to know what was in each dish, which always makes us more comfortable.

A few things to keep in mind at Greek and Mediterranean restaurants in general:

Nuts: baklava and some desserts contain walnuts.
Sesame: hummus and some dips are made with tahini, which is sesame.
Dairy: tzatziki and feta show up on a lot of dishes, but you can usually ask for them on the side or left off.

As always, confirm your specific allergies with the staff when you order.

Is The Great Greek Irvine Worth It?

Yes, for a casual, filling meal. It was not the most memorable Mediterranean meal we have had, but everything was good, the portions were generous, service was friendly, and there was plenty of space to sit. Prices are about average for a fast-casual spot in Orange County, and the beer list and patio are a bonus for parents.

It is an especially easy pick if you are spending time at Activate Games Tustin or The District at Tustin Legacy, since it is only a few minutes away. For something completely different in Orange County, try Rice N' Spice in Anaheim, the county's only Sri Lankan restaurant.

Great Greek Irvine FAQ

Where is The Great Greek in Irvine?

It is at 3965 Alton Pkwy, Suite B, Irvine, CA 92606, about five minutes from The District at Tustin Legacy.

Does The Great Greek Irvine serve alcohol?

Yes. They have draft beer and bottled beer.

Does The Great Greek have outdoor seating?

Yes. There is a covered patio out front, plus plenty of seating inside.

How much does a meal cost at The Great Greek?

A gyro pita is $12.99 and kabob plates run $19.99 to $21.99. Kids meals are $9.99 to $15.99 with a side and a drink.

Is The Great Greek good for food allergies?

In our experience, the staff read our allergy cards and knew the menu well. Watch for walnuts in the baklava and sesame (tahini) in the hummus.

Final Thoughts

The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill in Irvine is a dependable spot for big gyro and kabob plates, with friendly staff, plenty of seating and allergy-aware service. Come hungry, and save room for the baklava ice cream if you can.