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Orange County - Surfin' Souvlaki restaurant
6.2

Surfin' Souvlaki

  • Orange County
  • $$
  • Casual
  • Food
    great
  • Vibe
    bad
  • Perks
    good

Food: Inconsistent palate adventure

If there's one sure thing at Surfin' Souvlaki, it's the rollercoaster your palate will take. The flavors range from delicious to tacitly mediocre, leaving you uncertain of what'll strike next. The dish variety and portion sizes receive constant praise, suggesting some comfort in the fear of dining roulette. But remember, the freshness seems as fleeting as a Greek summer - as expressively commented on in the reviews.

  • Great Value

    Excellent value, consistently great food with reasonable prices highly praised.

  • Okay Taste

    Mixed opinions on food, varying from delicious to mediocre in the reviews.

Top 3 dishes at Surfin' Souvlaki

  1. 1

    Greek Gyro Pita 🏆

    Juicy, flavorful gyro meat with fresh, soft pita; loved by many patrons.

    Greek Gyro Pita dish
  2. 2

    Greek Fries

    Greek fries praised for perfect crunch, delicious toppings, and combination.

    Greek Fries dish
  3. 3

    Monster Burrito

    Huge, tasty, and under $4, california monster burrito is a steal.

    Monster Burrito dish

Vibe: Bleak, uninviting ambience

The charm and allure of Greek murals and seaside vibes are a complete miss here. Dirty chairs, floors, and restrooms accompanied by old, dated decor make dining a visually displeasing experience. Add in loud club music that's more suited to sweaty dancing than eating, and you'll find romance is as scarce as tranquil silence. The overall cramped interior only adds to the urgency of leaving as soon as you've gulped down your meal.

  • Great To Entertain

    Live music adds to a good vibe and enjoyable dining atmosphere.

  • Bad Buzz

    Cramped and not inviting inside; just eat your food and leave.

Perks: Neglected customer considerations

A night at Surfin' Souvlaki might start in the parking lot, where you'll find a spot with relative ease. From there, it's a downward spiral. Trying to secure a seat during peak times feels like playing musical chairs with cutthroat competition. The outdoor seating area closely resembles a sardine tin and can induce claustrophobia. Rude staff and poor service might raise your blood pressure faster than eating the greasy meal. Forget about special menu requests, but if you're lucky, they might pull out a box of frozen nuggets for the kids.

  • Great For Diets

    Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options praised for inclusiveness.

  • Okay To Park

    Parking is generally good, but seating capacity is limited.

  • Hard To Hear

    Loud family arguments at table disrupt comfort for other dining customers.