The Fat Greek

The Skinny on The Fat Greek

The Fat Greek in Waikiki, Ala Moana and Kaimuki is getting even bigger with a new location coming soon to Kailua. The new eatery is expected to open in March in Enchanted Lake Shopping Center, and then additional restaurants are planned for the North Shore and Mililani. Known for its authentic Greek food with a…

February 12 - 18, 2012 at The Fat Greek Continue »

Going Greek

On Jan. 3, The Fat Greek Waikiki celebrated its one-year anniversary. In addition to many local clientele, the Ala Moana Boulevard eatery has become home to a following of tourists, including international regulars who revisit the hot spot during their yearly vacations. “It’s great they remember us and want to eat here again. They tell…

January 22 - 28, 2012 at The Fat Greek Continue »

Healthy, Fresh Greek Eats

With its vibrant decor and authentic cuisine, The Fat Greek Waikiki is like being whisked away for a quick getaway to Greece. The Fat Greek restaurants, which include two other locations and another on the way, is quickly becoming a local favorite for Mediterranean eats. The Fat Greek Waikiki opened about a year ago, and…

December 25, 2011 - January 1, 2012 at The Fat Greek Continue »

Sparks Fly at the Fat Greek

The Fat Greek, specializing in classic Greek cuisine, opened a second charming and breezy spot on Ala Moana Boulevard this past February. The new location is offering sparkling specials as it prepares to celebrate its first holiday season. The Early Bird Special, available for dine-in or takeout, starts today and presents diners with a choice…

November 6 - 12, 2011 at The Fat Greek Continue »

Taking On a Taste For Tapas

Bienvenidos, Ono readers! I just wrapped up my first week back at work after returning from a two week fiesta or siesta — what have you — in Spain, where I had the wonderful opportunity to visit Sevilla, Cordoba, Madrid, Toledo, Barcelona, Montserrat and Sitges — and my, what a beautiful country! Minus the day…

October 16 - 22, 2011   Continue »

The Fat Greek

The Fat Greek is a one-stop shop for fresh ingredients, a breezy atmosphere, and all the Greek food your heart desires. The restaurant’s appetizing menu items are prepared fresh daily and include all the classics such as Gyros ($8), Falafel ($8) and Shawarma ($10) served with healthy salads. The specials menu also offers a new…

September 11 - 17, 2011 at The Fat Greek Continue »

The Skinny on Fat Greek

Waikiki marks the third location in the chain’s collection that also includes stores on Waialae Avenue in Kaimuki and a kiosk in Ala Moana Center.

July 31 - August 6, 2011 at The Fat Greek Continue »

Go Greek with Morsels of Falafel

If happy little wooly animals frolicking in a field come to mind rather than spit-roasted gyros or meaty grilled skewers of souvlaki when you envision lamb, then falafel is the choice for you. And lucky you, because The Fat Greek’s Falafel is popular with customers who don’t eat meat — even fans of gyros and…

June 12 - 18, 2011 at The Fat Greek Continue »

Food Trippin’ Along the Mediterranean Sea

Every so often, my mind wanders away from the stresses of daily life and back to my travels along the Mediterranean Sea and to the land of Greece, where I spent one of the best weeks of my life. My days consisted of relaxing by the pool sipping mimosas on the Santorini isle, enjoying the…

May 29 - June 4, 2011   Continue »

So Many Reasons Why I’m Lovin’ My Lamb

When it comes to lamb, where do you fall on the food spectrum? Do you consider it to be tender and succulent or gamey and, quite frankly, baaaad? Viewed as one of the most versatile of meats, lamb is surprisingly not a favorite among Americans. But ask any European, Australian or New Zealander and I’m…

May 15 - 21, 2011   Continue »