An evening out, whether it be in metropolitan areas or in an island village, will prove to be memorable and economical. Greeks in all walks of life use evening dining as a principal source of entertainment. In most establishments that cater to Greek clientele, service is likely to be friendly, warm and informal.
Formality is found in the deluxe restaurants only.
Greeks are not connoisseurs of soup but the few available are meals in themselves. The main course is a casserole or grilled meat of fish. There are also many delectable meat stews to choose from, as well as plain grilled cuts of meat and of course the well known charcoal grilled lamb or pork called souvlaki . Fish and shellfish are excellent when caught cooked and eaten the same day. Horiatiki , the usual Greek salad , consists of tomato slices, cucumber slices, olives and feta cheese dressed with oil and vinegar.