The Greek on Broadway (Social Menu)

I'm sure you remember me yammering about food prices these days in several of my posts.  Sure, there have been some pretty good deals out there including some affordable AYCE options.  However, the Social Menu at The Greek on Broadway is something else.  Everything on that menu is 40% off (until October 31st) as long as you do a social media post of some sort.  These including following The Greek on IG, posting a story, reel or static post on IG and/or an online review.  I personally love the food here and for 40% off, it is a frickin' steal!

So for only $7.80, you can order the Taramosalata that comes with grilled pita.  Of all the available dips, this is my favourite with an appetizing tanginess to go with the brininess of the cured cod roe.  This is fairly thick, but still creamy in texture.  The best part of the dish is the grilled pita.  It benefits from the charring as the smokiness and nuttiness really come through.  The bread itself is crispy on the outside while still chewy on the inside.  Really nice compliment to the dip.

Another excellent small plate that is available on the menu is the Spanakopita for $11.10.  Unlike other versions that feature little triangles of phyllo pastry stuffed with spinach and feta cheese, the one here is a long whole piece.  Therefore, we find much more filling than phyllo.  It isn't as if the phyllo isn't there though.  The thin layer is nicely browned and crispy while the ample amount of spinach is tender, yet not mushy.

Also for $11.10, the Keftedes sports 4 pork and beef meatballs sitting in a homemade tomato sauce.  These meatballs are large and features lean meat.  Hence there is a real meatiness to them.  The slight heaviness of the meatballs is completely offset by the delicious tomato sauce.  There is a certain freshness about it and the tang is perfectly balanced with the sweetness and oregano.

Now the previous 3 dishes are really good, but the one that I love the most is the Grilled Humboldt Squid for $15.00.  This large piece of squid is super tender with the perfect amount of textural bite.  It is masterfully grilled with appealing sear marks.  These are not only there for form, but they also there for function.  Caramelized smokiness abound, the squid benefits also from proper seasoning and a wealth of olive oil.  Be sure to squeeze some lemon for acidity.

One of my favourite Greek dishes is Moussaka and they do it justice here.  It is only $12.60 on the Social Menu, yet they do not skimp on the meat.  There is a thick layer of tender beef and pork within the layers of eggplant, zucchini and potatoes.  Of course, on top we find the usual creamy bechamel sauce.  Love how this layer is not too thick.  Some other versions have far too much bechamel that can also be heavy.  Not this one.  It is velvety and has the unmistakable taste of nutmeg.  That combining with the cinnamon in the meat make this the perfect fall dish.

The best value on the Social Menu must be the Souvlaki Platters for a mind-boggling $17.40!  You can choose between 4 different skewers including chicken, pork, beef (+$1.00) or prawns.  It includes all the fixins' including rice, roast potatoes, tzatziki and veggies.  All of the skewers are well-charred and seasoned.  I like the chicken and pork the most as they are tender and juicy.  The beef is a bit chewier and drier.  Prawns are excellent with a meaty snap.  Overall, the food at The Greek is solid and it is now even more appealing due to the rock-bottom pricing.  I suggest you go check it out before October 31st.

*All food and beverages were complimentary for this blog post*

The Good:
- Well-prepared proteins
- Fair portion sizes
- That Social Menu (only until Oct 31st)!

The Bad:
- Currently with the Skytrain construction, you must park a bit farther away