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No dish is officially crowned in Greece, yet moussaka comes closest — layered eggplant and spiced lamb under a golden béchamel. Begin with our Moussaka recipe and work through 201 authentic Greek recipes.

The Most Famous Greek Dishes

  1. Moussaka

    Discover Moussaka, one of Greece's best-loved national dishes! This comforting bake layers tender aubergine with a richly spiced minced meat sauce and a generous topping of melted …

  2. Avgolemono

    Discover Avgolemono, the silky egg-and-lemon soup that sits at the heart of the Greek table. This comforting bowl brings together rich chicken broth, beaten egg and a generous …

  3. Fasolada

    Say hello to Fasolada, the humble bean soup that many Greeks proudly call their true national dish. This wholesome, vegan bowl brings together creamy white beans, ripe tomatoes and …

  4. Melomakarona

    Discover Melomakarona, one of Greece's most cherished festive treats! These tender, spiced honey biscuits are soaked in fragrant syrup and crowned with chopped walnuts, filling the …

  5. Gyros

    Discover Gyros, the dish that more than any other captures the flavour of Greece! Marinated meat, slowly grilled until golden and tucked into warm pita with crisp salad, onion and …

  6. Pastitsio

    Discover Pastitsio, one of Greece's best-loved comfort classics! This generous baked dish layers tender macaroni with a richly seasoned minced meat sauce and a golden, creamy …

  7. Gyros Pita

    Discover Gyros Pita, one of Greece's most beloved street foods! Tender, well-seasoned meat, crisp fresh vegetables and a generous swirl of cool, herby sauce all come wrapped in …

  8. Horiatiki

    Say kalimera to Greek Salad, the sun-soaked classic that captures the spirit of a Greek summer on a single plate. Built from ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumber, sharp red onion, briny …

  9. Bougatsa

    Discover Bougatsa, the golden Greek pastry that wakes up cafés and bakeries across the country every morning! Crisp, paper-thin layers of filo wrap a soft, fragrant vanilla …

  10. Stifado

    Meet Stifado, one of Greece's most comforting classics! This rich, slow-cooked stew brings together tender beef and a generous tumble of small onions, simmered gently in red wine …

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National Dish Greece: Xygalo (Recipe)

Xygalo Siteias is one of the most basic cheeses in Greece and one of the most protected — it carries a PDO and comes only from the …

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What is the national dish of Greece?

Greece has no single official national dish, but moussaka is the one most often given that title — layered eggplant and spiced lamb under a golden béchamel. A step-by-step recipe is on this page, alongside 200 more authentic Greek recipes.

What food is Greece famous for?

Beyond moussaka, Greece is famous for dishes like Avgolemono, Fasolada and Melomakarona. This page collects 201 authentic Greek recipes, from everyday classics to festive specialities.