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Fast-Casual Greek

Nick the Greek Menu 2026: Full Menu, Gyros, Bowls & More

Complete Nick the Greek menu guide for 2026 — every category covered, from gyros and souvlaki to rice bowls, pita wraps, Greek salads, and sides. Nick the Greek is a fast-casual Greek chain based in California, known for authentic gyro-spit cooking, lemon-herb marinated meats, and a vegetarian-friendly menu anchored by falafel. Full menu below, plus what to order first, how it compares to Cava and Chipotle, and a FAQ on gyros, halal, locations, and ordering.

Fast-casual GreekGyros & souvlakiBowls & pita wrapsVegetarian optionsCalifornia-based chain
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Signature items

Classic GyroSee menu
Chicken SouvlakiSee menu
Falafel Rice BowlSee menu
Greek FriesSee menu
BaklavaSee menu
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Quick answers

Common questions about Nick the Greek, answered

The four things people most often search for when discovering Nick the Greek — answered at a glance.

Signature item
Classic Gyro

Beef-lamb gyro meat, tzatziki, tomatoes, onions in warm pita — the menu anchor.

Best for vegetarians
Falafel Rice Bowl

Crispy falafel, seasoned rice, Greek salad toppings, and tzatziki — fully vegetarian.

Most popular plate
Chicken Souvlaki Plate

Grilled lemon-herb chicken skewers with rice, salad, and pita — the go-to full meal.

Best side
Greek Fries

Fries dusted with feta, oregano, and lemon zest — a Nick the Greek signature side.

First visit

What to order at Nick the Greek for your first visit

If you have never been, start with the gyro — it is the item the chain was built around. Then branch into souvlaki plates or rice bowls based on whether you want a wrap or a plated meal.

  1. 1Classic GyroStart here. Beef-lamb gyro on a fresh pita with tzatziki.See menu
  2. 2Chicken Souvlaki PlateBest full-meal choice — skewers, rice, salad, pita.See menu
  3. 3Greek FriesFeta-dusted fries. The side everyone orders twice.See menu
  4. 4Falafel Rice BowlBest vegetarian option. Crispy falafel over lemon rice.See menu
  5. 5Hummus with PitaSimple, vegan-friendly starter or side.See menu
Menu highlights

Five Nick the Greek items worth knowing

What makes Nick the Greek distinct from other fast-casual chains — and which items best represent the menu.

Signature

Classic Gyro

The core menu item — seasoned beef-lamb off the rotisserie spit, tzatziki, tomatoes, onions in a warm house pita. The reason Nick the Greek exists.

Popular

Chicken Souvlaki Plate

Lemon-herb marinated grilled chicken skewers with seasoned rice, a classic Greek salad, and warm pita on the side.

Vegetarian

Falafel Gyro

Crispy herb falafel as the protein in a standard gyro build — tzatziki, tomatoes, onions, pita. Most popular vegetarian order at Nick the Greek.

Fan fave

Greek Fries

Standard fries elevated with crumbled feta, dried oregano, and lemon zest. Repeatedly called out in customer reviews as the best side on the menu.

New-style

Rice Bowls

Build-your-own style grain bowl with a choice of protein (chicken, beef-lamb, falafel, or combo) over lemon rice, finished with Greek salad toppings and tzatziki.

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All Nick the Greek menu categories with item counts.

The full menu

Nick the Greek full menu (2026)

All categories and items below. Tags flag vegetarian and vegan options. Nick the Greek locations add seasonal and regional specials not shown here.

About pricing. Nick the Greek does not publish a standardized national price list — menu prices are set per location and vary by market. Prices are not shown on this page. For accurate pricing, check your local Nick the Greek restaurant, the official website at nickthegreek.com, or your preferred delivery app (DoorDash, Uber Eats, Grubhub). As a rough guide, a gyro or wrap with a side typically runs in the fast-casual $12-$18 range depending on location.
Dietary guide

Vegetarian and vegan options at Nick the Greek

Nick the Greek has one of the more substantial vegetarian lineups in the fast-casual Greek space, anchored by falafel — a crispy herb patty that substitutes for meat in gyros, wraps, rice bowls, and salads. The Veggie Wrap and Classic Greek Salad round out the meatless options.

For vegan-friendly ordering: Hummus with Pita, seasoned Rice, the Veggie Wrap (ask about tzatziki — contains yogurt), and Lemon Herb Fries are the safest bets. Confirm with staff on specific preparation if cross-contact is a concern.

Shared kitchen surfaces — confirm with the restaurant if you have a serious allergy.

  • Vegetarian gyro: Falafel Gyro
  • Vegetarian wrap: Falafel Wrap, Veggie Wrap
  • Vegetarian bowl: Falafel Rice Bowl
  • Vegetarian salad: Classic Greek Salad, Falafel Salad
  • Vegan sides: Hummus with Pita, Rice, Lemon Herb Fries
  • Vegetarian dessert: Baklava, Greek Yogurt Parfait
How it compares

Nick the Greek vs. Cava, Chipotle & sweetgreen

How Nick the Greek stacks up against the other fast-casual bowl and wrap chains people commonly compare it to.

CategoryNick the GreekCavaChipotlesweetgreen
Cuisine focusGreek / gyrosMediterranean bowlMexican-AmericanSalads & bowls
Signature itemGyroGrain bowlBurritoCustom salad
Vegetarian optionsFalafel, veggie wrapExtensiveBean-based swapsExtensive
Price tier$$$$$-$$$$
Location countGrowing — CA focus300+ nationwide3,500+ nationwide230+ nationwide
Build-your-own formatPartial (wraps/bowls)Yes (bowls)Yes (bowls/burritos)Yes (bowls/salads)

Location counts approximate as of mid-2026. Nick the Greek is the most focused on authentic Greek street food of the four; Cava is the closest Mediterranean peer but with broader bowl customization; Chipotle and sweetgreen serve different primary cuisines.

Ordering guide

How to order at Nick the Greek

For the full experience

Get a plate, not just a wrap

The souvlaki plates (chicken, pork, or lamb) come with seasoned rice, a Greek salad, and pita — a complete Greek meal. If you only order a gyro wrap, you are missing the full Nick the Greek experience.

Best combo

Gyro + Greek Fries

The most-ordered pairing at Nick the Greek — a Classic Gyro with a side of Greek Fries (feta, oregano, lemon). Reviewers consistently cite this as the go-to combination for a fast, satisfying meal.

Vegetarian

Falafel Gyro or Falafel Bowl

Nick the Greek uses house-made falafel as a first-class protein — not an afterthought. The Falafel Gyro is the most popular vegetarian order; the Falafel Rice Bowl is the best if you want a full plated meal.

Sauce tip

Ask for extra tzatziki

Tzatziki is Nick the Greek's house sauce and is widely praised. Extra is usually available on request. It pairs with fries, pita, and salad as well as the gyros and wraps it comes on by default.

Online ordering

Order ahead via the website or apps

Nick the Greek supports online ordering at nickthegreek.com and is available on DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Grubhub at most locations. Ordering ahead avoids peak-lunch queues at busy California locations.

Dessert

Save room for baklava

Nick the Greek serves traditional baklava — phyllo layers with walnuts and honey. It is one of the few fast-casual chains that carries an authentic Greek dessert as a regular menu item.

Locations

Where to find a Nick the Greek near you

Nick the Greek is primarily concentrated in California, with the highest density of locations in the San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento, and other California metro areas. The chain has been expanding into additional states as it grows beyond its West Coast base.

Use the official store locator on nickthegreek.com for the nearest location, current hours, and online ordering availability.

  • Headquarters: California
  • Primary market: San Francisco Bay Area and broader California
  • Expanding: Other U.S. states
  • Format: Fast-casual, counter service
  • Store locator: nickthegreek.com
About Nick the Greek

California-based fast-casual Greek built around the gyro.

Nick the Greek is a fast-casual Greek restaurant chain that started in California and has been growing its footprint across the West Coast and beyond. The chain focuses on authentic Greek street food — gyros cooked on a vertical rotisserie spit, souvlaki skewers marinated with lemon and herbs, fresh pita, and classic Greek sides like tzatziki, hummus, and Greek salad.

Unlike broader Mediterranean chains, Nick the Greek keeps its menu tightly focused on traditional Greek preparations. The gyro spit is a centerpiece of the kitchen, and the menu revolves around the core Greek street-food canon: gyros, souvlaki, falafel, and salad. The chain has also made a point of catering to vegetarians with a falafel lineup that covers wraps, bowls, and salads.

For current information about the chain, franchise opportunities, or press, visit nickthegreek.com.

CAHeadquartered
$$Price range
GreekCuisine
7Menu categories
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Common questions

Nick the Greek menu — frequently asked questions

Quick answers to the most-searched questions about Nick the Greek's menu, locations, gyros, and vegetarian options.

What is Nick the Greek known for?

Nick the Greek is best known for its gyros — seasoned beef-lamb or chicken meat shaved from a rotating spit, served in a warm pita with tzatziki, tomatoes, and onions. The chain also draws strong reviews for its souvlaki plates (marinated grilled meat skewers with rice and salad), rice bowls, and Greek fries dusted with feta and oregano. It is one of the few fast-casual Greek chains with a strong multi-state presence on the West Coast.

Where are Nick the Greek restaurant locations?

Nick the Greek is primarily based in California, with the highest concentration of locations in the San Francisco Bay Area and other California metro areas. The chain has been expanding into other states. For the most current store locations and hours, use the official store locator on nickthegreek.com.

Does Nick the Greek have vegetarian or vegan options?

Yes. Nick the Greek has several vegetarian-friendly choices: the Falafel Gyro, Falafel Rice Bowl, Falafel Wrap, Veggie Wrap, Classic Greek Salad, Falafel Salad, Hummus with Pita, Tzatziki Dip, Greek Fries, Lemon Herb Fries, and Baklava. The Hummus with Pita and Rice can typically be ordered vegan. Ask about shared preparation surfaces if you have a serious dietary restriction — Nick the Greek kitchens are not certified allergen-free zones.

What is a gyro at Nick the Greek?

At Nick the Greek a gyro (pronounced "YEE-ro") is seasoned and stacked meat — most commonly a blend of beef and lamb, or marinated chicken — cooked on a vertical rotisserie and shaved thin. It is served in a warm, freshly made pita with tzatziki (a yogurt-cucumber-dill sauce), sliced tomatoes, and diced onions. The Classic Gyro uses the beef-lamb blend; there are also Chicken, Pork, Combo, and Falafel variants.

How does Nick the Greek compare to Cava and Chipotle?

Nick the Greek, Cava, and Chipotle all occupy the fast-casual build-your-own bowl space, but differ in cuisine focus. Nick the Greek centers specifically on Greek street food — gyros, souvlaki, pita wraps — with an authentic gyro spit as the centerpiece. Cava offers a broader Mediterranean bowl format with more extensive topping customization. Chipotle is Mexican-inspired. Nick the Greek tends to have fewer locations but a more focused, gyro-forward menu than its Mediterranean peers.

Is Nick the Greek halal?

Nick the Greek has marketed some of its meat as halal at select locations, but halal availability is not uniform across all stores. If halal certification is important to you, contact your specific Nick the Greek location directly before ordering, as practices can vary by franchise operator and region.

What should I order at Nick the Greek for my first visit?

For a first visit, start with the Classic Gyro — it is the signature item and the fastest way to understand the menu. If you prefer a plated meal, the Chicken Souvlaki Plate with rice and Greek salad is the most popular full-meal option. For sides, try the Greek Fries (feta and oregano dusted) or a side of Hummus with Pita. If you are vegetarian, the Falafel Rice Bowl is the recommended starting point.

Does Nick the Greek have online ordering or a mobile app?

Nick the Greek supports online ordering through its website at nickthegreek.com and through third-party delivery apps (availability varies by location). Check the official site or your preferred delivery platform — DoorDash, Uber Eats, or Grubhub — for your nearest location's ordering options.

How much does Nick the Greek cost per person?

Nick the Greek is priced in the fast-casual range, generally similar to Cava or Chipotle — a gyro or wrap with a side and drink typically runs in the $12–$18 range per person depending on location, though pricing is set per location and can vary. Nick the Greek does not publish a national price list; confirm current pricing at your local restaurant or through the ordering platform for your store.

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