In Search of Kokoretsi

[Mike R.]

Where in Brooklyn or Queens can we find the real deal kokoretsi (with a good assortment of "variety meats")...and do we need intestinal fortitude to eat it?

I was somewhat surprised yesterday when two well-known Greek tavernas in Astoria didn't feature it on the menu.

[versicle]

Opa on 31st Street between 30th Ave. and Newtown advertises it on their big sign, but I don't think it's actually on the menu. You might call them and ask. Might be one of those special request things.

[Wet Towel]

Hi, I have the same question. Mike R. did you have any luck?

[Mike R.]

I've been told to try Turkish...any suggestions?

[Steve R]

Unfortunately, no. Not that I've been to every Greek and Turkish place around, but I've covered quite a bit of this turf. None. Nada. Havent even seen it on a menu in a decent place since the old Roumeli's on Broadway in Astoria (long gone twice). The only place I can think of that's meat centric enough to either be able to make it or to tell you where it's served is the old Christo's Hasapo Taverna which is now a steak house in Astoria (same owners & they have a butcher shop: http://www.christossteakhouse.com/). Hope you find (& report about) it.

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Christos Steakhouse
41-08 23rd Ave, Queens, NY 11105

[phofiend]

Uncle George's on Broadway in Astoria has it. And, yes, it may be a challenge. Lemon potatoes and retsina help a lot.

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Uncle George's
33-19 Broadway, Queens, NY 11106

[Jaleamia]

It's been a long time since we were there, but the kokoretsi at Uncle George's wasn't good at all.

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Uncle George's
33-19 Broadway, Queens, NY 11106