Taverna Delphi in Oude Stad

Very bad. After waiting an hour and a half, we still haven't received our food, nor any. When I asked for our bill for wine and cola beforehand, the owner tells the customers that I am a difficult customer. Not normal. His problem with the staff is being blamed on me. How is that even possible?

Absolutely 5 stars! As soon as you walk in, you are immediately welcomed by lovely staff. Large plates full of authentic Greek food. Enjoyed it!!

Amazing food and best service you can ask for

The best restaurant in Haarlem! Amazing food, staff, everything is perfect

Incredibly nice atmosphere outside, just like you are really in Greece, with very hospitable service too and very fresh and tasty food!

The food was very good, unfortunately it wasn't really hot, but everything else was fine.

Great authentic food, amazing staff and the owner is an incredible person. Thanks Sophie and we’ll come again!

Everything was homely, small-scale, and yet pleasantly busy. The courtyard could use a makeover, but not at the expense of the authentic atmosphere. All in all, a perfect evening.

Amazing greek spot, best in the Netherlands for me!

Yesterday we had another fantastic time at Taverna Delphi: attentive and friendly service and delicious, honest food. We had the lamb chops with gyros and tzatziki twice, and the calamari once. The lamb chops and gyros were grilled perfectly by the Nestor of Delphi, Spiros. What a hero! The calamari were also superb: fried until crispy, but not chewy. Not everyone can do that! We'll be back soon! And a big hug to those lovely people who have been keeping this wonderful place running for years!

We walked in(Family) for a takeaway and due to the poor weather conditions we ended up eating in as suggested by the owner/waitress at no extra charge. The food was freshly prepared and it was delicious. Lovely Greek music in the background made it feel very authentic.🤝 Top customer service. Great food. Good value for money. What is not to like.👍

The food was unfortunately tasteless. Not what we are used to from Greek food. The gyros was burnt. The waiter confirmed this as well and we received new gyros. Unfortunately, it wasn't tasty. And we ate everything except the gyros. To our surprise, an extra 7 euros was charged to our bill for the gyros. The reason for this was that we hadn't finished our gyros. The owner was unreasonable. We will never come here again. The worst Greek restaurant we have ever been to. I have no words for it.

I have been visiting various Greek restaurants for 36 years, but what I experienced here is unlike anything I have ever experienced. First of all, our meat arrived first, and only a good 5 minutes later did our rice and giant beans arrive. While eating the meat, everything was dry and hard; the gyros was even burnt, and this was confirmed by the wait staff. We were given a new portion, but it tasted bad and was very dry. When paying, this gyros was charged because we didn't finish it, and this was because it didn't taste good?? An experience never to be repeated.

We left hungry after waiting for 2.5 hours. Service far below par.

Always delicious food at a fair price. Spontaneous staff and a nice owner. Good luck

The hosts and staff were so friendly! The garden patio has such incredible flowers and varieties of plants. We had a lovely dinner and evening here.

Great food and atmosphere. Food was fresh and well-prepared. I recommend the tapas platter which was great and you get to try different foods.

Had a delicious meal! A family restaurant that has been here for over 45 years; you don't need to tell them how to cook well anymore. I had the Delphi platter, which was tasty and complete. We sat in the courtyard, which is very pleasant in this weather. The service was also good and friendly. And the ouzo tasted delicious. A great experience!

The staff is incredibly friendly and welcoming, and the food is also authentic and delicious. Really satisfied with this family restaurant!

Lovely Greek place in a back street, perfect service, older gentleman and lady, who is ever going to take this over or are we losing another Greek restaurant?

5 STARS! The food was exceptional! Try the souvlaki platter and the red stew. This place has a small entrance on a side street that opens into a cozy, warm restaurant. It's family-run and they have been preparing food for years. Simply a pleasant and delicious dining experience.

Had a delicious meal, fantastic service, great atmosphere. We will be back!

We had a wedding party here. Super nice and lovely people and delicious authentic food!

We had a delicious meal, and the service was good and fast. The staff is very nice and excellent. The owner, so charming, came by with ouzo after the meal, and compliments to him; we enjoyed the food, which he also prepared. An atmospheric restaurant that makes you feel like you are in Greece for a moment.

Great food and a loving family who owns and runs this place. Highly recommend!

The food was so tasty, it was like I was back in Greece! The atmosphere is really cozy and you feel like you step in a taverna somewhere in Greece. The owners are the most lovely and welcoming people. Highly recommend it!

Great experience! The food was absolutely delicious, the service was friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was perfect. Everything was fresh and beautifully presented. I will definitely be back!!

Just had dinner at Taverna Delphi. Highly recommended, authentic Greek. Friendly staff and good service.

Wonderful! Hadn't been in a long time but it was great! So cozy and inviting. The food was delicious, the service very friendly. Highly recommended!

The reception was very friendly. There is nothing to complain about there. Upon entering, we noticed that the floor was sticky. We were seated inside next to the window; the windowsill was quite dirty. And our table was sticky too. The ceiling lights were very dusty and certainly hadn't been cleaned for months. Despite that... We both ordered a main course, hoping for the best; however, it was perfectly edible! But due to the poor hygiene around us, we didn't order dessert. Customer service and food are good. Hygiene needs work. After all, a sticky floor is not a good first impression.

On Saturday, February 28th, we arrived early at this restaurant. Upon arrival, we received a friendly welcome, but noticed a strange smell and it wasn't exactly clean. We decided to stay and give it a try anyway. We were craving Greek food. We were kindly served at the table, and the waiter assured us our order was a good choice. However, I was facing the kitchen and only saw a microwave open and close several times, from which our hot starters came out. Once it arrived at the table, my starter seemed to be still stone cold inside, and my wife's feta was like a piece of rubber. I told them my food was still cold and that it would be fine. The food went back into the kitchen, the microwave was turned on again, and it was served, this time piping hot, though unfortunately completely dried out. We indicated that we would like to pay for our drinks and not continue eating, but were then insisted that we also have to pay for the feta because we had taken two bites of it. Well, I didn't feel like arguing any further and paid for it. Unfortunately, the hostess was still interested in arguing, and we were dismissed as people who don't understand food and that a microwave is simply something that belongs in Greek cuisine. Have a nice evening, but we'll never be back. This was a very unpleasant experience, and we've never experienced anything like it before.

We were looking for a Greek restaurant and ended up at Taverne Delphi. We were greeted with Greek hospitality by the owner. The sea bream and the Delphi platter were truly delicious! Delicious fresh ingredients. Delicious fresh baklava. In short, a great choice, and we'll definitely be back when we're in Haarlem again!

I came from a country where opening hours mean something. Though somehow I feel bad to give a bad review, so 3 stars is a compromise. Actually we didn’t have a change to taste anything here.

I come here every six months with my parents and this is a really good Greek restaurant

Delicious food! Stew made by Nonna, the grandmother. A very cozy atmosphere. Affordable, but above all, cozy and delicious.

Been coming here since I was a kid, and sometimes I haven't for years. Recently, I had another fantastic Delphi dish, compliments to my dad's grilling skills! I like the atmosphere; it's been the same for years, I love it. I would recommend a wider selection of side dishes, especially vegetables. Vegetable side dishes are also common in Greece, and I'm still missing that offer at Delphi. Maybe worth considering. Otherwise, keep it up, and good luck, dear people of Delphi!

Very friendly service. A true family restaurant! You won't be overlooked here and can enjoy a leisurely meal at your own pace. The owner is truly passionate about her business. I've never had such fresh calamari! Even in winter, it's incredibly fresh.

Nice restaurant, friendly people, especially the old man in the kitchen. Beware, the gyros isn't entirely pork. We also had pieces of goat or lamb mixed in. It wasn't something we'd return for. It's a shame, because it would have been delicious without it.

We had a wonderful meal here. An 83-year-old chef pours his heart and soul into preparing the food, which is wonderful to watch, and the wait staff is very friendly. In short, we had a wonderful time.

I had food poisoning after eating. My pregnant wife and I are both sick.

We went there Saturday evening to celebrate a birthday. Six people and a French bulldog (a quiet dog), who was also very welcome and immediately became a great friend of Spyros. We had a wonderful meal and a very pleasant time. Spyros and Sophia are such lovely people! We enjoyed ourselves and will definitely be back. We think it would also be wonderful to sit in the courtyard in the summer and enjoy the Greek specialties. Efcharisto, antio!

We had a wonderful meal at Delphi! The atmosphere was great and the service was super friendly. Definitely recommended!

It was a great place for dinner. It was cozy and the food was truly delicious. Definitely worth a visit during your trip!

Fantastic hidden gem in Haarlem! Great service, atmosphere & food

Delicious authentic Greek cuisine

We had a wonderful meal with a group of nine. They certainly understand that here! Two large plates of meat and an appetizer were served, and they shared dining! Highly recommended. It's great to hear that this is a family business where the 84-year-old grandpa prepares the meat. You can taste it too!

One of the best Greek dining experiences I’ve ever had. The food is authentic, flavorful, and made with love, exactly what you hope for in a true family-run gem. The chef and server were incredibly warm, attentive, and genuinely happy to share their culture through every dish. If you’re looking for real Greek hospitality and soul-satisfying meals, this is the place. Whenever we will be in Haarlem again, we know where to eat at least once per trip! 🇬🇷❤️

If you want to experience the feeling of dining in an authentic Greek restaurant, this is the place to be. It's like dining with a Greek family. Super friendly and welcoming. The food is excellent and plentiful.

Delicious food, great atmosphere! Really good meat, and the family that runs it is very hospitable, and has been for years! This is definitely a must-try if you love Greek food.

Delicious Greek food from chef Spiros and hostess Sofia

Delicious food, wonderful staff. It felt like we were in Greece.

We had i really nice experience in this warm family restaurant. The old man at 83 standing in the kitchen and the daughter taking care of the service of us. After a little waiting time we received the most delicious, tasteful and tender meat with side dishes. We can warmly recommend this Greek food restaurant 🇬🇷

I had a delicious dinner Taverna Delphi. The portions were very generous. The warm atmosphere is provided by Ms Sophia and her brother who run the place.

The food was fantastic. A truly cozy family restaurant. They also have a lovely backyard. I'd love to come back! The lamb chops are highly recommended.

Authentic food and kind people. Nice garden terrace.

Enjoy the Greek food. Friendly staff, nothing to complain about. Mediterranean atmosphere, no need to be in a hurry...

My daughter and I stumbled upon it there and immediately fell in love with the restaurant, especially the back terrace. It felt like we were in Greece, and we wanted to experience the atmosphere again. So we relived our evening in Greece. The friendly staff were still the same. We were proud of their letter from the royal couple for their 60th wedding anniversary, including a bouquet of flowers.😁 They deserve it, those sweethearts. We'll be back soon, taking the train from Rotterdam again, just to dine out, just because we can.🥰

Very cozy restaurant with delicious food and friendly staff

Despite the restaurant being almost empty, the wait was 1.5 hours – on a weekday! The food was ultimately served without cutlery – which, of course, was brought immediately upon request. The gyros were okay both in terms of taste and price, but the moussaka was unfortunately only mediocre – but in fact, it was seriously overpriced. All in all, very poor and very untypical for a Greek restaurant. A shame.

It’s unacceptable to make people wait for an hour for just a starter and a dessert!

Echt n authentieke Griek met leuke serveersters jong en oud, beide hulpvaardig zodat je goed kan bestellen en krijgt wat je in gedachten had. Leuke ambiance, er zijn genoeg zitplaatsen en toch heb je een knus en gezellige beleving. Het eten was ook heerlijk en alles er omheen goed geregeld. We waren met een groepje van 9 personen en hebben het allemaal erg naar ons zin gehad!

A very pleasant courtyard garden to sit in when the weather is nice, and the staff is friendly! The food was delicious, but a bit pricey... I personally missed some bread with the gyros, since you only get meat and a little rice. It's nice for a one-time visit, but I wouldn't rush back.

We had a wonderful meal and drinks. We sat comfortably in the charming outdoor garden at the back. The staff is always so friendly. We always feel like we're coming home the moment we step inside. See you soon!

You can have really great food in the backyard.

Great Greek restaurant, very friendly, also for children, plenty of choice, definitely recommended to eat there

A living legend, everything TOP👍

Delfpi Restaurant – a true Haarlem original! Here you'll find not only gyros, moussaka, and ouzo – but also fits of laughter, warmth, and a team that's in a better mood than any assembly of Greek gods! 😄 The staff? Always in a good mood. The owners? Cuddly. The ouzo? Watch out, it'll talk to you at some point! 🍷😉 May you live long – and don't change a thing! Yamas – here's to many more delicious, loud, and loving years! 🇬🇷🎉

My Girlfriend and I walked by and asked if they were open, technically we were early by 30min but they let us in and the service and atmosphere was very homey! It was so nice in the garden, pretty flowers and an amazing friendly orange cat (also a thief haha), Denzel the cat and myself were big fans of the greek food, great portions! He ended up replacing my date 😳 Really lovely staff also!

Delicious authentic Greek food! The farewell ouzo with the old boss was nice.

Delicious food, friendly owner and good service.

We had a lovely meal again, you could also enjoy a delicious meal in the garden.

Not again! Never had such a bad meal in a Greek restaurant! We asked for a short time to think about ordering the drinks. But then we only got the drinks after ordering again after the food came, while the waitress enjoyed a drink... Within a few minutes (10-15 minutes) the food was on our table. Unfortunately, some of the meat was tough or still raw and almost cold (seemed like it had been thawed and thrown on the grill). The rice as a side dish was very manageable (approx. 1 tablespoon) and carelessly prepared! The only good thing: the tzatziki and the side salad. That tasted good. Price-performance: bad! We paid a good €50 for two main courses and two drinks and didn't get ANY GOOD food for it!!! When clearing away the waiter didn't even bother to ask if the food was tasty! We didn't feel welcome and were happy to be able to leave the restaurant quickly... Afterwards my stomach didn't feel so good - probably because of the half-raw meat.

Service 10/10, a loving, family-run restaurant. We were treated very warmly with our baby. The food was a dream and a 10/10, I haven't eaten this well in a long time.

De tzatziki kostte €9,50 en we moesten €4,50 bijbetalen voor brood. We bestelden de Delphi schotel met souvlaki en gyros. De smaak was goed maar de gyros was lauw en het portie was klein voor Griekse begrippen. Helaas mocht de rijst niet omgeruild worden voor frietjes, dan moesten we weer bijbetalen. Helaas, hier komen we niet terug

Really Greek, everything! Food, atmosphere, the owners. Delicious! ❤️

Eggplant salad used to be a winner, now it looks more like caponata. Staff is very friendly, but comes too often to inquire whether everything is to your liking.

Heerlijk gegeten in een echt authentiek Grieks restaurantje Bediening vriendelijk maar de kers op de taart was de kok 83 achter de grill. Baklava aanrader!!! Goede prijs

Wow, you would almost think that hidden gems can no longer be found. What an authentic ambiance, lovely hospitable owners and their daughter Sophia... a little piece of Greece on our Dutch territory. The food was tasty and the service good. We will come back again soon.

Cold food, burnt taste, long wait, small portions, big bill

I thought I would eat tasty gyros, but the food was lukewarm and very dry, and I don't think the tzatziki was home-made either. The meatballs were tasty as a starter. We were outside again in 45 minutes and 75 euros lighter. I'll never come back here again.

We were very early. (Around 4.45pm). Very friendly service and super tasty food. The lamb on the mixed grill was superb.

Then you arrive as the first customer around a quarter past 5 in the afternoon, and the food is cold. Food sent back to the kitchen and then it comes back overcooked/burnt. It doesn't go further than an excuse, and that for almost 100 euros for 2 people. Once but never again. And then you get a response like the one below. An owner who responds disrespectfully to his customers who are dissatisfied. Look at all the other reviews and you can see from the owner's answers what is wrong with this tent. Maybe listen and reflect a little more on your customers. The only Greek things to be found in your restaurant are the colors white and blue.

We had a super fun evening at Delphi. The meal was delicious and the welcome was exceptionally hospitable.

Weekend in Haarlem started in this Greek restaurant. Had a delicious meal and enjoyed the Greek atmosphere and therefore forgot the bad weather at the large Christmas market there. Dad himself stood at the stove and put excellent food on the table and accompanied by a Mythos the evening could not be ruined.

Delicious food. Good portions and the pork souvlaki was as tender as chicken.

The case looks nice. But that's all. Waited longer than 2 hours for the food, because it was very busy with orders. Food wasn't tasty either :(waste of money and time ;)

Super nice place! Delicious food (top pastitsio!), the service was super friendly and everything for a great price. In addition, super hospitable (also for our dog). Definitely recommended!

It was great last time. This time something was going on, I asked a question about this. I was supposed to be called back about this the next day, my phone number was noted down, but they never heard back.

Excellent food and good house wine. Too bad that the fries and bread have to be ordered separately. The service was very friendly and charming. Price/quality perfectly fine.

The food was tasty, but plates were cold and the food remained lukewarm despite being heated up in between, a waste of the meal. If the food had really been at the right temperature we would have enjoyed it much more.

Reliable quality, delicious food, and wholesome service experience at this family operated restaurant, a staple in Haarlem for decades! The "mixed grill" platter is our favorite - so much food we can barely finish it. Wash it down with a nice cold Mythos, and enjoy!

Lovely hospitable people, good real Greek food from the grill with delicious meat. Had a very nice evening.

Lang wachten op het eten. Zou een communicatiefout tussen bediening en keuken zijn. Eten was van een laag niveau evenals de bediening. Alles in het restaurant plakte. Kortom, het was niet best.

One of the best Greek meals we have had in a long time , can’t fault it , the staff were lovely and the food and service on a busy Saturday night was amazing .

I don’t give 1 star reviews because there is no need to damage business. But I do share my feedback: Look at the picture.. terrible taste and cheap calamari’s from the deep freezer. Not home made but charges €20,50(!!). Tasteless but mostly very frustrated that it’s not home made for this ridiculous price. The meat: not enough seasoning. I really appreciated the kind service of the ladies, inexperienced but hospitality minded, good to start at a place like this to build experience.

I’d like to preface by saying I understand inflation, rising rent & wages, and the cost of produce. That said, I found it appalling I had to pay for each serving of bread: am I supposed to eat tzatziki and melitsane with a spoon? The oven main courses were not hot, they couldn’t have come out of the oven. Taste was fine, could use a bit more seasoning. If I were to go again, which I doubt, I’d opt for a table of mezze and the mixed grill.

Nice restaurant, friendly staff and delicious food.

Have been looking for a nice Greek restaurant in Haarlem since we move here, so we’re really looking forward to trying this place! The atmosphere was great and we sat in the courtyard at the back which was really lovely! Unfortunately the food and service were a let down! We waited 50 mins for our food to arrive , we ordered gyros, breads and a Greek salad. The breads were not Greek breads, more like white toasted with a bit in herbs/garlic! The gyros had coriander on it, not nice! The Greek salad was Made with lettuce, a traditional Greek salad does not contain lettuce!

We vonden het erg gezellig, lekker eten en een gastvrije setting. Een goeie aanrader, vooral dat je ook buiten in de binnenplaats kan zitten. Kom er graag weer terug.

We ate on the terrace, an exceptional place with a very calm atmosphere surrounded by flowers and plants! Precious. The service was excellent, the waiters were super friendly and attentive. They answered all our questions and briefly explained the origin of the place. The food was spectacular, the meat melted in your mouth, you didn't need to use a knife to cut it! Thank you all very much for the fantastic evening. Shout out to the chef who, at 82 years old, maintains the weight of the kitchen with his wife!!!