Papa's Authentic Mediterranean Cuisine in Harrogate

Lovely experience all round with delicious food and excellent service!

Got the drinks wrong which wasn't hard lemonade and lime cordial cam with no lime Food was dreadful pork was undercooked roast potato's were not roasted and were new potato with skin on pitta bread wasn't pitta either wouldn't recommend

Lovely food and excellent service

Update for 2024- still the best in Harrogate. Beautiful restaurant, and delicious food. We had a brilliant night, the staff could not have been more helpful and friendly. We ordered a lot of food between us but we were given the option of having it slowly brought out so everything was hot. The wine is lovely too. There was live Greek music on the Friday we visited. We will definitely be returning (again!)

Top Food, service, friendliness

Absolutely delicious, everything was well seasoned. Really enjoyed the courgette fritters, tzatziki, and chicken souvlaki. Also had a lovely cheesecake afterwards. Highly recommend coming here.

Great food as ever - love this place.

A warm and inviting atmosphere immediately transports you. The decor is tastefully done with earthy tones, vibrant mosaics, and cosy seating that makes you feel good. The menu offers a wide variety of options, from classic dips to more elaborate dishes like lamb and seafood paella. Papas promises a memorable dining experience with its delicious food, friendly service, and inviting atmosphere. It's definitely worth a visit for a taste of the Mediterranean.

I love Greek cuisine but don't get to eat it as often as I would like. The chefs special platter for 2 was excellent quality and a huge amount of food. And excellent value for money. Very friendly hosts and staff.

Our family group of four had a really excellent, varied ,shared lunch where every dish we chose was delicious. The service was friendly and accommodating and the restaurant itself was brightly decorated with tables comfortably spaced. Situated centrally in Harrogate it is an ideal spot for lunch and undoubtedly for evening meals also.

Excellent food. Everyone very happy with their meals, best food I've had in years. Service very friendly and attentive. Great atmosphere. Can't go wrong visiting this restaurant.

I would recommend to anyone who loves Greek food to visit this place. They have the most beautiful Greek food in town, very welcoming atmosphere and wonderful staff. Absolutely love it❤️!

Ate here during a weekend in Yorkshire. Having explored a number of places on TA, this one stood out so we thought we would give it a go. As the title suggests, our experience was mixed. The welcome was fine and we were shown to our table which thankfully was a 4 person (I hate 2 person tables, never big enough). If you are looking for somewhere quiet and romantic, this isn’t it. Papa’s has a typically busy and noisy atmosphere, which is in keeping with the vibe. We ordered a selection of different dishes from the varied mezze menu. Drinks were ordered, one arrived maybe 5 minutes later but it took a further 5-10 for the other. A couple of dishes then came, one intending to be eaten along with a pitta bread, which didn’t arrive. We enquired about this, and several minutes later it did come, by which time the melted cheese had begun to harden. The dishes were lovely and so we waited in anticipation for the rest. Our plates were cleared and we waited. And waited. A waiter asked if everything was ok and we pointed out that we were waiting for more food. I’d just add that the place was heaving and dishes were coming from the kitchen thick and fast. Not ours. Another waitress asked if we were ok, and we restated what was happening. By this time we had waited maybe 30-40 minutes since finishing our first dishes. Another member of staff asked again and returned to say that they were on their way. They arrived soon after with apologies and the mention that our original food had been given in error to another diner and so had to be prepared again. The slow cooked lamb was quite chewy and hard - it was very nice and flavoursome but was hard. We mentioned it to the waitress who said that it was probably because the chef had to cook it too quickly. We were given shots of lemon cello with the waitress suggesting that they were offered as we had waited a long time. The bill included a service charge of nearly £9.00. As we paid we again mentioned the wait and the chewy lamb and apologies were repeated but maybe removal of the service charge would have been a better option ?. In summary, the food was pretty good; I’d have said excellent if it hadn’t been for the lamb. Customer experience let the night down and would make me question returning.

A Taste of the Mediterranean in Harrogate Papa’s Mediterranean in Harrogate offers an authentic culinary journey through the flavors of the Mediterranean. During our visit, we indulged in the Mixed Meat Platter for 2, Souvlaki, and Gigandes, and we were delighted by the vibrant tastes and warm atmosphere. The restaurant has a charming and inviting ambiance, with a décor that reflects the vibrant cultures of the Mediterranean. The staff were attentive and friendly, providing excellent service that made us feel right at home. The overall atmosphere was relaxed, making it an ideal spot for both casual dining and special occasions. Our meal began with the Mixed Meat Platter for 2, a generous assortment of meats including lamb, chicken, and beef. This platter was a carnivore's delight. The meats were perfectly grilled, tender, and flavorful, each offering a distinct taste that highlighted the Mediterranean style of cooking. Accompanied by pita bread, tzatziki, and a fresh salad, the platter was well-balanced and satisfying. The variety of meats allowed us to enjoy a range of flavors and textures, making it a great option for sharing. Souvlaki: The souvlaki was a standout dish. The skewers of marinated meat were juicy and infused with a delightful blend of herbs and spices. Served with warm pita, fresh vegetables, and a side of tzatziki, the dish was both flavorful and filling. The meat was cooked to perfection, maintaining a succulent texture that paired beautifully with the accompaniments. The Gigandes, or giant beans, were a pleasant surprise. Cooked in a rich tomato sauce with herbs and olive oil, the beans were tender and flavorful. This traditional Greek dish was hearty and comforting, offering a nice contrast to the meat-heavy dishes. The tomato sauce was well-seasoned, enhancing the natural flavor of the beans without overpowering them. Papa’s Mediterranean in Harrogate provides an exceptional dining experience with its authentic Mediterranean cuisine and welcoming atmosphere. The Mixed Meat Platter for 2, Souvlaki, and Gigandes were all delicious, showcasing the restaurant’s commitment to quality and flavor. Whether you’re a fan of Mediterranean food or looking to try something new, Papa’s Mediterranean is a must-visit. We left with satisfied palates and a desire to return for more of their delectable offerings.

A lovely birthday treat from my family. I wanted to see if the Souvlaki could beat what I had in the Greek Islands. It did. Moist and tasty. Beautiful. Just a shame that it arrived before our starters were finished.

Terrific food and service, great value. This was our first time, we will certainly be going again.

What a great find! Loved the atmosphere fabulous genuine friendly service and amazing food. Have not had tzatziki or souvlaki like this since we were in Rhodes years ago!

A few days ago my family came from southern Spain. We decided to eat here even though we live in York, because the food is delicious and has an authentic Mediterranean flavor The waiters are very attentive and familiar The entire atmosphere of the restaurant is very cozy Without a doubt I will never regret coming here, I recommend it to all my friends and acquaintances Thank you for such a lovely experience 🫶🥰🤗

Outstanding food! Went for my daughter's 18th birthday. Have had Greek food in the past that's been a bit on the bland side. This was not. Absolutely delicious. I ordered the Stifado, others in our group had moussaka, lamb cutlets and vegetarian dishes. We all raved about how good the food was. Really flavouful and the dips and pitta we had as a starter were also excellent. One star knocked off for service as we had a new starter waitress who told us a few bits of wrong information. She was lovely and we understand but perhaps it was a bit of an oversight to give her a table of 11 when she was still learning the ropes. Anyhow it was wonderful in every other way and we'll definitely be back!!

Went for a birthday meal. We ordered a lot of different things to try and every dish was delicious. The baked feta was one of my personal faves. Service was wonderful and will definitely be returning

I recently dined at Papa's in Harrogate with some friends, and it was an incredible experience! The food was absolutely fantastic, with each dish bursting with flavor and expertly prepared. Every bite was a delight, and it's clear that a lot of love and care goes into the cooking here. What truly stood out was the lovely owner, Rosa. Her warm and welcoming nature made us feel right at home from the moment we walked in. Rosa's fantastic hospitality and genuine care for her guests made our evening even more special. Papa's is a true gem in Harrogate, and I can't recommend it highly enough. Thank you, Rosa, for an unforgettable dining experience. We will definitely be back!

Delicious and very good value. Meze style and sharing dishes makes it easy to order just the right amount of food. Stifado was delicious and everything was good. Service friendly and prices low.

Wasn't too sure as never had Greek food before, but this was utterly delicious. We were 2 veggies and 2 dyed in the wool no nonsense meat eaters, all agreed it was perfect. Tapas style , so we could try various dishes. Meatballs, lamb stew with cinnamon, chicken skewers, all amazing. Very busy Friday night but the service was excellent. No wonder they are so popular.

Always excellent and enjoyable.

We had an amazing time here. The restaurant itself has a comfortable feel, staff were so friendly and helpful and the food was incredible. Highly recommended!!!

A hidden gem in Harrogate food is excellent sevice exemplary had a wonderfull evening on saturday evening

Amazing food ans friendly staff make for an excellent evening out

Delicious food and wonderful staff! I only ate the vegetarian food but it was incredibly tasty and my friend and I had the most amazing Portokalopita, will definitely be back!

One of the best places to eat in Harrogate. Everything we ordered was fresh and delicious. Octopus and calamari both booked perfectly, and lots of excellent vegetarian and gluten free choices too. Portion sizes are perfect. Recommend to anyone. The puddings are on another level too.

The food was unique and very delicious. The products used in the dishes we ordered were freshly prepared and in perfect quantity. Richly presented in appearance, warm enough and the dishes looked so yammi. The octopus can melt in your mouth, it didn't taste like plastic like in other restaurants. This is my second time to eat octopus with such an amazing taste. Once in Bulgaria /Nesebar and now in this restaurant, when I ate others octopuses in my experience they were not good enough for my taste. But here is special. All food was perfect texture with richfrom ingredients and herbals, really I highly recommend this restaurant. They also had amazing music and lovely clean atmosphere. Soon we will visit again. Thank you very much to the people who took care of our dinner. God bless you. Thanks again for the amazing dinner.

5 of us went here on Saturday evening and had a great time! We ordered a selection of tapas and shared it between us, the portion sizes were huge and very filling! Service friendly and attentive. Would recommend

Simply the best Mediterranean food in Harrogate! The food is authentic and absolutely delicious! To top it off the experience is elevated even further by the welcoming and friendly staff! Highly recommended.

The food was unique and very delicious. The products used in the dishes we ordered were freshly prepared and in perfect quantity. Richly presented in appearance, warm enough and the dishes looked so yammi. The octopus can melt in your mouth, it didn't taste like plastic like in other restaurants. This is my second time to eat octopus with such an amazing taste. Once in Bulgaria /Nesebar and now in this restaurant, when I ate others octopuses in my experience they were not good enough for my taste. But here is special. All food was perfect texture with rich from ingredients and herbals, really I highly recommend this restaurant. They also had amazing music and lovely clean atmosphere. Soon we will visit again. Thank you very much to the people who took care of our dinner. God bless you. Thanks again for the amazing dinner.

16 of us went for 3 joint birthdays, we all had the chefs special it’s £30 per head and you get a selection of most things from the menu boy there was a lot of food it was fantastic 👍the service was great as well everyone couldn’t do enough to make sure we had a great time we will definitely be going back as it was our first time dining there we loved it thank you 🥂😜

We were advised by a local to dine at Papa's and we were thrilled with the recommendation. As soon as we walked in the door we knew that we had made the right decision (with so much choice in Harrogate it doesn't always work out that way). With it's lovely holiday vibe, welcoming staff and truly delicious food and wine we had a memorable evening - you can't beat an independent family run restaurant! We will definitely be back the next time we stay in Harrogate and cannot recommend highly enough...

We had come to Harrogate for the weekend and pre booked this for Friday evening . Had to wait ages for our table as another waitress gave walk in s our booked table . No real apology given and we would have still been left at the bar had my hubbie not noticed and alerted someone. Menu much smaller than online . Waited a very long time for our food . Which I guess the chefs did well considering the amount of people in . But it was just ok 3 different dishes . Service was poor it was way too busy for a small place really noisy. Small portions for the money . Not impressed at all . It would be a much more enjoyable evening with less tables or staggered bookings to help the kitchen and waiting staff . Wouldn’t return underwhelming.

Great restaurant and delicious food but please don’t sneak a service charge at the end of a bill! If people love your food they’ll be very happy to tip but please don’t add it without informing diners.

Lovely meal. Staff really friendly & helpful. Had a shared starter, 2 mains & wine for 57 inc service. Service was really attentive - orders taken quickly, drinks, starters & mains appeared promptly - but fizzled out later. Would've happily spent another 30 on dessert & another round of drinks but left alone until we eventually asked for the bill. Will definitely be back but need to stày tuned in from start to end. Nice place, nonetheless. Thanks.

delicious best greek food we had, and we are from Ikaria

We are in Harrogate on holiday celebrating our 34th Wedding anniversary and visited here for the first time today at the invitation of our lovely friends Debbie and Nick, it was their treat. We had a beautiful lunch, everything was beautifully presented, piping hot and truly delicious. Service was excellent, staff very pleasant and helpful.

Had a really enjoyable experience at Papa’s. Lots of tasty options, and many of them gluten free. I particularly enjoyed the multicoloured salad, the prawns, and the calamari. Cosy setting and friendly staff.

I’ve been meaning to write a review since New Years Eve. It was wonderful! The staff, food, warmth and atmosphere was fantastic, we were absolutely full of delicious food. This is the only place we book now and have been doing so for over a year. We don’t want to try anywhere else!

Wonderful restaurant, and the staff are lovely. 10/10

A friendly family run restaurant with tasty food and lots of choice.

The food was outstanding. There were so many choices to eat, and all looked amazing. The staff were so welcoming and attentive. One to recommend

Absolutely 💯 highly recommend by us!! Food, atmosphere, service, price incredible and authentic to a real great Greek holiday. Definitely will be back!

Probably one of the best dining experience we've had in England. Food was exquisite, we'll be dreaming about it. That place was filled with love, from the food to the staff, we hope to be back soon! Thank you for the authentic experience, really felt like we were on holiday 🫠

What a find! Random visit to Harrogate & we found this gem. Absolutely delicious authentic Greek food; lovely kind attentive staff and a warm relaxing atmosphere. Can’t fault it and amazing value for money too.😁😁

Lovely meal for my birthday! Table for 8 but no problems at all, all food delicious and freshly cooked. We weren’t sure how many dishes to order but the waiting staff were very helpful and friendly. Complimentary lemoncello was a lovely touch! We will definetely return when we visit Harrogate again.

Just as good as last time. This is our go to place to eat when staying in the Harrogate area. Simply deliscious with friendly, knowledgeable service. Quality ingredients and authentic food. You'll love it.

Lovely little place that has a few areas to sit in. We were not sure of how to go about ordering, and how much. The waitress suggested we may have over-ordered on sharing dishes and made some useful recommendations which worked well for us. The food was delicious. Would return if back in Harrogate at any point.

One of the best meze Greek food outside of Greece. The selection was excellent and staff in hand to offer help. The service was first class and the food matched it. We managed to hot starters and 2 mains and they were enough. They had a nice selection of wines, the Crete red was worth the extra money. For a Sunday night it was one of the busiest in town, we will be back. When trying to find, it’s located under the end townhouse, but easy to miss when you are looking at the Xmas lights.

Gorgeous food, lovely staff & so many options for vegetarian/GF - including desserts. So good we ate there two nights in a row on a w/end in Harrogate. Highly recommended.

Deliscious, authentic food, great atmosphere and very polite, friendly staff who simply can't do enough to ensure you have an enjoyable experience. Could not fault one aspect of our meal. Will definitely pay another visit when next in the area.

Birthday celebrations 🍾 and the perfect place to celebrate. What a night. Fantastic food, fantastic staff fantastic atmosphere , fantastic music, danced my feet off, want to do it all again. Thank you thank you.

Super friendly restaurant, with a family feel. We had the set menu as there were a few of us. (The set menu is basically everything!) The starters were a selection of mezes - a good variety, plenty of it and tasty too. The main course was outstanding: a delicious falling off the bone lamb joint, beef, chicken, fish, squid and pork. All delicious. There was live music so there was a Friday night party atmosphere - everyone in there seemed to be having a great time. Highly recommended - we'll be back!

We love it here. A bit of Greek sunshine. ☀️

As always, wonderful food and great service. A real treasure of a place

Superb Gluten Free food. Excellent portions and service was superb.

This place is magical! The food is utterly delicious and the staff are wonderful.

Even tho they were full, we had read the menus, asked for a table and they made room for us. Most amazing meal. Better than any meal we'd had in Kos or Cyprus, even better than the restaurants off the beaten track! I need gluten free and this was no problem, yet still sooo tasty.

Simply wonderful. Beautiful food, lovely friendly staff and a great atmosphere. The only thing lacking for a truly authentic Greek experience was the Mediterranean sea lapping a few metres away and a few dozen over friendly wasps. We had the the mixed meat meze washed down with a bottle of retsina and it was divine.

This restaurant really is a hidden gem. I went with my husband and two teenage children. The menu is great, so many lovely things to choose from. We chose 9 meze dishes plus a large Greek salad and some pittas. All the food was homemade,...

Enjoyed a really lovely meal here, delicious food all obviously home made with friendly service too. Will definitely return.

Absolutely fabulous restaurant. The food was delicious and generous portions. As a family of 4 with 2 teenage children we ordered 10 dishes between us plus pitta bread. Everything was fresh and tasty, even the home made pitta bread. The puddings were also very good,...

We ate like queens on our visit and were treated like them too - fantastic food and service.

Fantastic, can't wait to go back!

We came here on a Sunday evening after visiting their sister venue Papitos Wine Bar. We were warmly welcomed by Beth and promptly seated and brought drinks. She explained the menu to us and gave us some recommendations and we were not disappointed. We ordered...

First night out for dinner and drinks since becoming parents and we couldn't have asked for more! Tasty food, great drinks and friendly staff who went out if their way to be more than accommodating, Would highly recommend!

An amazing little restaurant, the food was excellent, the staff were so friendly and the atmosphere was really lovely. Will definitely visit again.

So glad we tried this hidden gem (doing the rounds of independent restaurants in H’gate) oh what a find! The title says it all, super friendly and welcoming staff who are very attentive, lovely atmosphere in restaurant which was full and always a good sign....

Lucky enough to have a warm September evening so sat outside in the lovely courtyard to eat our delicious vegetarian platters.

Gorgeous food with an excellent gluten-free selection and a friendly service, will definitely be going back.

Amazing place with absolutely delicious food! Favorite place in Harrogate

Some of the best Greek food I’ve tasted, a genuinely authentic restaurant run by Greeks who know how to cook and friendly staff who enjoy working in the restaurant. I was blown away by the Baklava for dessert especially. (PS I don’t usually post reviews but I just had to)

We had never been to Papa's before, but as soon as we entered, we were welcomed like friends. It was my hubby's birthday and they couldn't do enough. The service was fabulous and the food was exquisite. We will definitely be going back, many more...

Warm and friendly staff serving the most authentic Greek food we have had in the UK!

Lovely restaurant, food was really delicious. Portions good size and lovely atmosphere. Staff were brilliant. Would highly recommend.

Great atmosphere with traditional Greek hospitality. Simple tasty food. Suited to friends or family group casual dining.

Fantastic service, super friendly and helpful.

Went to the skegness restaurant looks like an old fashioned restaurant very inviting .food was amazing had fish and chips generous portions staff l9vely and so welcoming will definitely go back well done highly recommended

Lovely restaurant, well priced and great service. Would recommend the gyros and souvlaki. Good selection of wine also

Delicious food. Greek but with even more flavor. A lot of attention to the food. Definitely recommended for those who like Greek food.

NEVER had such delicious Greek food. And we have plenty of experience with that. A real winner. Friendly staff and delicious food.

Absolutely lovely! Will definitely come back again.

Such a fabulous place, food excellent, staff pleasant and friendly. Highly recommend

I love this restaurant! Friendly staff, great atmosphere, delicious food and a good price. Would thoroughly recommend and will be back 😊

A return visit and realised we had left it too long. Enjoyed our evening with lovely food and fantastic service with reasonable prices apart from the Mythos beer. Found the moussaka not quite as good as i remember as a bit too salty and didn't...

What an incredible little gem of a restaurant! The atmosphere is absolutely lovely with warm lighting, a soft mood, light music and such an air of authentic charm as you look around at all of the things on the walls and shelves. The food was 10/10! Every dish was outstanding, a perfect temperature, flavourful and delicious. The portion size was great too, whether you chose a few plates from the Meze tapas or main dishes (we had a bit of both), and left feeling very full! Service was impreccable, with extremely friendly staff who would smile, have a joke and a laugh with you, and welcomingly recomme dishes when asked. The price was also very reasonable considering the amount of food and the amazing quality. We (2 people) had 2 alcoholic beverages, a mix (bread, dips and olives) platter, a spanokopita tapas, a patatas tapas, a main lamb stifado dish and a main sea bass with potatoes... And the bill was only around £65 including service. Overall a fantastic greek food experience, would highly recommend and definitely revisit!.

A wonderful gem in the town. As a lover of Greek food, people and the culture we were made to feel very welcome and well looked after. Food was divine and will return 😋

Wonderful family run Mediterranean tapas restaurant in central Harrogate. We arrived with no reservation on a fairly busy summer Sunday evening. We got a warm welcome, a nice table and excellent friendly service. We had a delicious meal with a decent bottle of wine, all for a fair price. Do yourself a favour and support this family business. We will be back next time we’re in town.

Five stars all around. Excellent place to dine.

I would put this in top of my list for great Greek food, that you need to try

I have been to Papa's on many occasions now including big celebrations such as Christmas Eve, birthday's, moving away celebrations etc. You can't fault Papa's, the food is delicious, the staff are so welcoming and friendly and the atmosphere is always lively and fun! When...

I rarely write reviews... but this place was amazing and deserves a special mention. A really warm and intimate setting. We were welcomed warmly on arrival, everything was clean, nice relaxing background music playing. A local, owner-run place - and you can tell. So much more personal than a chain. The menu is essentially tapas type food - order lots of small dishes. But we opted for the Chef's Special mixed platter (too hard to make a decision with so good dishes to choose from otherwise!) and boy were we not disappointed. First dish arrived in under five minutes and they just kept coming. Fantastic value vs ordering them all separately. We were stuffed. But we couldn't pass up a look at dessert. After a quick break we shared a Galaktoboureko which was outstanding. Our first time in Harrogate, but WHEN we come back we will definitely make Papa's out first stop 👍

Great food, lots of choice. Great atmosphere, great service from lovely staff and owners.Will definitely recommend.

This is the best restaurant in Harrogate, every time without fail the food is fantastic, the staff are very friendly to the point they feel like your closest friends, the service is faultless and the prices are very reasonable. This is our favourite restaurant to go to.

Wow. That’s all I can really say about my meal this evening. It was utterly stunning. It’s so refreshing to find a genuine Greek that isn’t just a glorified Cypriot Kebab house - but a restaurant that sell’s traditional and well cooked meze dishes. The...

The whole atmosphere was warm and welcoming, The food was delicious,a true greek portion, l would definitely recommend going there ,and will be visiting again that's for sure Xx💞

One of my favourite restaurants in Harrogate, the servers are super friendly, they were clearly very busy when we ate yet they managed to make time for everyone and we didn’t feel as though we were waiting long for anything. The food is incredible, it...