Opa!

Just in case you read that last line as “opa”, let me write it again …

Opa!!!

Tucked away in a corner on the second level of Pointe Orlando, Taverna Opa nearly disappears between the bright lights of Hooters and B.B. King’s Blues Club. The unassuming exterior of the restaurant could put a person to sleep. But just as good things come in small packages, the dining experience at Taverna Opa is anything but relaxing.

The exuberant atmosphere can be felt the moment you walk through the door. With music filling the air and a belly dancer entertaining the entire room, Taverna Opa is a destination restaurant where friends and family come to have a fun time over a great meal. In fact, parties of 20 or more are not uncommon on any given night.

The menu includes a combination of traditional Greek cuisine and semi-Americanized fare. From what I tasted and saw around me, I can confidently say that the food doesn’t disappoint. I definitely recommend looking through the traditional Greek items first, but regardless of your food choice you’ll be in for a enjoyable evening.

From comments on another Taverna Opa post, I wasn’t too sure what to expect on my first visit. I’m happy to say that the festive - often spontaneous - atmosphere of the restaurant made for a wonderful celebration.

Note: The preceding post took me nearly three days to complete and has reminded me that I am neither a writer, nor a restaurant reviewer. I’ve also misplaced my digital camera’s USB cable so I can’t even post my own pictures from Taverna Opa. I (We) had a great time at the restaurant, though, so I had to post something.

Photo is property of Taverna Opa

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