Yianni's Taverna Menu (Update 2025)

Welcome to Yianni's Taverna, a delightful Greek-Mediterranean restaurant located in Bethlehem, PA. This culinary gem promises an authentic taste of Greece, featuring a menu that showcases both classic and contemporary dishes. Start your dining experience with their remarkable grilled octopus or indulge in the various spreads served with warm pita, such as tangy tzatziki and rich melitzanosalata.

For the main course, the Roasted Chicken and Braised Lamb Shank stand out with their rich flavors and tender textures. Pasta lovers will revel in the Astako Macoranda—a luxurious lobster pasta dish. Each dish boasts quality ingredients paired with traditional Mediterranean spices, creating an explosion of flavors that transports you straight to a Greek taverna.

With exceptional service and a warm ambiance, Yianni's Taverna isn’t just about food; it’s about a memorable dining experience. Don’t miss out on this culinary masterpiece!

Appetizers

Avgolemono

Our famous egg lemon soup.

$9.00

Greek Spreads - choice of one

Eggplant - Melitzanosalata, Cucumber - Tzatziki, Spicy Feta - Tyrokafreri, Garlic - Skordalia, Split Pea - Fava, or Hummus served with grilled pita & crudits

$9.00

Three Greek Spreads

Eggplant - melitzanosalata, cucumber - tzatziki, spicy feta - tyrokafreri, garlic - skordalia, Split Pea - Fava, Hummus, served with grilled pita and crudits

$23.00

Saganaki

Kasseri cheese flambe, and metaxa brandy.

$13.00

Octopus

grilled, greek oregano, red wine vinegar, extra virgin olive oil & Santorini fava

$21.00

Crabcake

jumbo lump crab with spicy remoulade

$22.00

Taverna Chips

Crispy zucchini and eggplant chips, and and skordalia.

$13.00

Spanakopita

spinach, feta, and phyllo.

$13.00

Dolmades

grape leaves stuffed with rice and stuffed herbs, with greek yogurt

$12.00

Feta and Olives

feta, kalamata olives, EVOO and pregano

$11.00

Feta Mistras

phyllo, feta, honey and sesame.

$13.00

Giant Beans - Gigantes

tomato braised giant lima beans

$12.00

Mussel Pots

Mediterranean, Classic, New England or Spicy served with crostini

$17.00

Kalamari

Crispy calamari, skordalia, and charred lemon.

$15.00

Swordfish Souvlaki

grilled marinated swordfish, grilled vegetables, roasted tomatoes, pickled onion & garlic served with crusty bread

$17.00

Tuna Tartar - Tonos

ahi tuna, capers, citrus, EVOO & pita chips

$18.00

Gavros

marinated white anchovies

$14.00

Shrimp Zorba

Tomatoes, garlic, spinach, feta, and pita.

$16.00

Souvlaki

chicken or pork marinated skewers, tzatziki and grilled pita.

$15.00

Imam Baldi

Eggplant, tomatoes, onion, and garlic.

$11.00

Salmon Tartar

Radish, chives, lemon, and pita chips.

$15.00

Cheese Plate

Feta, kasseri, kefalotyri, olives, and citrus marmalade.

$14.00

Spreads with Pita

Eggplant - melitzanosalata, cucumber - tzatziki, spicy feta - tyrokafreri, garlic - skordalia, and fish roe - taramasalata grilled pita.

$7.00

Steamed Clams - Mussels, Greek Style

shallots, white wine, basil, giant beans, garlic butter

$14.00

Crab Cake

Tomato aioli, and fennel citrus salad.

$16.00

Soutzoukakia

beef and lamb meatballs, tomato and crumbled feta

$13.00

Tyrokeftedes

crispy rice balls with kefalograviera & kasseri cheese

$12.00

Steamed Mussels - Kafteri ( Spicy )

white wine, basil, red sauce, cali brian peppers

$12.00

Zucchini Fritte

crispy zucchini dusted with Greek parmesan and herb aioli

$12.00

Kefta Appetizer

over red sauce with red onion

$12.00

Lobster Bisque

traditional

$12.00

Smelts - Marida

lightly floured, charred lemon

$15.00

Greek Salad

romaine, vine ripened tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, feta, kalamata olives

$12.00

Beet and Manouri Cheese

gold & red beets, manouri cheese, almonds,citrus greens, skordalia, red onion

$13.00

Village Salad - Horiatiki

vine riped tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, feta, capers, Kalamata olives & EVOO

$12.00

Dakos Salata

Cretan barley rusks, extra virgin olive oil, butternut squash, and chicory.

$9.00

Roka Salad

baby arugula, belgian endive, radicchio, washington pear, blue cheese, candied walnuts

$12.00

Watermelon and Feta Salad

watermelon, greens, barrel-aged feta, cucumber, red onion, local radish, fresh mint, fig balsamic

$12.00

Roka - Arugula

arugula, candied pecans, apples, strawberries, goat cheese, vinaigrette

$11.00

Yianni's Salad - Maroulsalata

romaine, scallions, dill, feta & vnaigrette

$11.00

Watermelon Feta Salad

watermelon, arugula, barrel-aged feta, cucumber, red onions, fresh mint & fig balsamic

$12.00

Salads

Traditional Specialties

Braised Lamb Shank - Yiouvetsi

aromatic braised lamb shank, orzo, mizithra cheese

$39.00

Moussaka

layers of roasted eggplant, potatoes, seasoned ground beef & bchamel sauce

$24.00

Pastitsio

greek noodles, aromatic ground beef, kefalotiri cheese, bchamel sauce

$23.00

Stuffed Eggplant - Papoutsaki

caramelized onions, parsley, tomatoes, rice & kefalograviera cheese

$19.00

Roasted Chicken

marinated, roasted half chicken with toasted orzo, caramelized onions & yogurt

$28.00

Lobster Pasta - Astako Macoranda

$47.00

Mushroom Pasta - Manitaria Zymarika

cremini mushrooms, garlic, tarragon pecorino cream & pasta

$22.00

Mastocha Malfadine

roasted tomato, cream, Calabrian chili & masticha

$22.00

Red Snapper and Sinagrida

Grilled with ladolemono, horta, and greek potatoes.

$35.00

European Sea Bass - Lavraki ( Bronzino )

lean white meat, with tender flakes, grilled and served with brocollini & lemon potatoes

$39.00

Royal Dorado - Tsipoura

a Mediterranean fish, extremely moist with a mild flavor, grilled and served with ladolemono, broccolini & lemon potatoes

$44.00

Red Snapper - Sinagrida

a great firm texture and sweet nutty flavor, grilled and served with broccolini & lemon potatoes

$42.00

Whole Fish

From the Grill

Lamb Chops - Paidakia

grilled, roasted red peppers, gremolata & crispy potatoes

$43.00

Bone-In Cowboy Ribeye

22 oz prime usda bone in ribeye, mashed potatoes & peppercorn sauce

$59.00

8 oz Filet Mignon

cremini mushrooms, mavrodaphne reduction & mashed potatoes

$49.00

Pork Chop - Hirno Britzola

grilled bone-in pork chop, butternut squash, sage butter and bacon lardons

$31.00

Aegean Platter

shrimp, mussels, clams, scallops, kalamari, garlic, shallots, lobster tomato broth & pasta

$37.00

Fish in Parchment Paper

rosemary, tomatoes, zucchini and carrots wrapped in parchment paper with lemon potatoes.

$32.00

Pan-Seared Swordfish - Xifias

creamy spinach rie, capers, preserved lemon

$36.00

Halibut Plaki

Visalia onions, roasted tomatoes, potatoes, fresh herbs n a light tomato lobster broth

$41.00

Grilled Shrimp

marinated shrimp, rice, blistered tomatoes, roasted garlic, ouzo cream

$34.00

Pan-Seared Salmon - Solomos

pan-seared, spinach, capers, lemon rice

$29.00

14 oz NY Strip

grilled, served with French fries & asparagus

$48.00

Macaronada Lahaniki - Pasta with Vegetables

artichokes, fresh tomatoes, vegetables, lemon parsley garlic sauce, spaghetti

$21.00

Lobster Pasta

White wine, garlic butter, tomato, fine herbs, and pasta.

$39.00

Grilled Ribeye

lemon potatoes and broccolini

$44.00

Cod Plaki

Oven baked, onions, tomatoes, herbs, and golden raisins quinoa.

$28.00

Shrimp Pasta - Garides Macaronada

shrimp, white wine, lobster broth, garlic, tomato, eta and pasta

$28.00

NY Strip - Brizola

12 oz NY Strip, grilled with a watercress salad, lemon potatoes and a herb butter sauce

$38.00

Braised Lamb Shank

pearl onions, plum tomatoes and orange polenta

$37.00

Braised Short Ribs - Kapama

sauted cabbage, topped with rook salad and a bourbon demi-glace

$34.00

Stuffed Pepper - Yemista

goat cheese risotto stuffed pepper, tomato fennel puree, mizithra cheese

$22.00

Macaronada - Spaghetti

spinach, asparagus, zucchini, roasted garlic, tomatoes & goat cheese

$20.00

From the Sea

Handhelds

Authentic Lamb Gyro

roasted lamb shoulder, lettuce, red onions, tomatoes, tzatziki & grilled pita served with French fries

$18.00

Maya Burger

10oz angus burger, arugula, bacon, feta & caramelized onion aioli, served with french fries

$17.00

Classic Burger

10oz angus burger, lettuce, tomato, onions & french fries

$15.00

Souvlaki Gyro

Pork or chicken, lettuce, parsley, onions, tomatoes, tzatziki, and grilled pita, served with french fries

$16.00

Crabcake Burger

Spicy slaw, pickles, onion, and toasted brioche. Comes with fries.

$17.00

Kefta Pita

red onions, yogurt aioli and pita

$14.00

Tuna Burger

baby arugula, wasabi greek yogurt aioli

$17.00

Bunless Burger

grilled portobello mushrooms, roasted red peppers, kasseri cheese, balsamic glaze

$15.00

Chicken Gyro

grilled marinated chicken, warm pita, tzatziki, lettuce, tomato, red onions, french fries

$15.00

Shrimp Gyro

grilled marinated shrimp, tomatoes, onions, mint & tzatziki

$18.00

Greek Lemon Potatoes

lemon, oregano

$8.00

Greek Fries

oregano, citrus, salt & feta cheese

$8.00

Fries

$6.00

Spinach Rice.- Spanakorizo

baby spinach, rice, tomato and lemon

$8.00

Charred Vegetables

$8.00

Broccolini

EVOo & garlic

$8.00

Spanakorizo

Baby spinach, rice, and lemon.

$8.00

Horta

steamed seasonal greens, extra virgin olive oil, and lemon.

$8.00

Briam

greek ratatouille

$8.00

Green Beans

$8.00

Wild Mushrooms

$8.00

Grilled Asparagus

$8.00

Sauted Spinach

$8.00

Cauliflower

steamed, EVOO & lemon

$8.00

Pita Bread

two pieces of warm, sliced pita bread

$4.00

Sides

Dessert

Baklava

$12.00

Baklava Ice Cream

2 scoops

$10.00

Ravani

semolina cake with a citrus infused simple syrup

$8.00

Rice Pudding

topped with cinnamon, honey and walnuts

$8.00

Flourless Chocolate Torte

$8.00

Loukoumades

doughnuts, greek style, with cinnamon and honey

$9.00

Yiayias Lemon Cake

a traditional greek cake, of phyllo, greek yogurt, lemon and simple syrup

$12.00

Galaktoboureko

semolina custard wrapped in phyllo with simple syrup

$10.00

Triple Chocolate Cake

$12.00

Egg-Lemon Soup - Avgolemono, 1 Pint

our famous egg lemon chicken soup, 1 pint

$16.00

Homemade Spreads - Pint

per pint - tzatziki - cucumber, tyrokafteri - spicy feta, skordalia - garlic, fava - split pea, melitzanosalata - eggplant, hummus

$28.00

Greek Salad - 1/2 Tray

romaine, tomatoes, cucumbers, red peppers, onions, feta, kalamata olives, vinaigrette

$42.00

Village Salad - Horiatiki 1/2 Tray

tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, barrel-aged feta & Kalamata olives

$42.00

Beet and Manouri Cheese Salad

gold & red beets, manouri cheese, almonds,citrus greens, skordalia, red onion

$44.00

Make Your Own Gyro Handhelds - serves 6

roasted lamb shoulder, tzatziki, lettuce tomato, parsley onions and pita. serves 6

$80.00

Make Your Own Souvlaki Handhelds - serves 6 guests

chicken or pork souvlaki, tzatziki, lettuce tomato, parsley onions and pita. serves 6

$72.00

Lamb Chops - Paidakia 12 pieces

grilled baby lamb chops, 12 per 1/2 tray

$96.00

Whole Octopus - 1/2 Tray

greek oregano, red wine vinegar, EVOO

$130.00

Souzoukakia - 1/2 Tray

beef & lamb meatballs, tomato, crumbled feta

$45.00

Roasted Chicken - 1/2 Tray

citrus marinated whole roasted chicken with a light brown butter garlic sauce

$70.00

Shrimp Youvetsi - 1/2 Tray

gulf shrimp sauted, with roasted tomatoes, orzo & feta

$80.00

Pastitsio - 1/2 Tray

greek noodles, aromatic ground beef, kefalotiri cheese and bchamel sauce * Please allow 2.5 hours advanced notice

$60.00

Moussaka - 1/2 Tray

layers of roasted eggplant, potatoes, seasoned ground beef & bchamel sauce * Please allow 2.5 hours advanced notice.

$65.00

Lemon Potatoes - 1/2 Tray

oven roasted traditional greek potatoes with lemon and garlic

$38.00

Rice Pilaf

$40.00

1/2 Trays

Family Meals

Package #1 - Roasted Chicken or Salmon

Greek Saladromaine, tomatoes, cucumbers, red pepper, onions, feta, kalamata olives, peperoncini, vinaigrettechoice of Whole Roasted Chickencitrus marinated whole chicken, with orzo, asparagus and a brown butter garlic sauceorSalmongrilled with a caper butter sauce

$60.00

Package #2

Greek Saladromaine, tomatoes, cucumbers, red pepper, onions, feta, kalamata olives, peperoncini, vinaigretteWhole Bronzinogrilled, served with horta, roasted greek potatoes and ladolemono

$80.00

Package #3 Lamb Chops

Greek Saladromaine, tomatoes, cucumbers, red pepper, onions, feta, kalamata olives, vinaigretteSpreads and Pitachoice of three: tzatziki - cucumber, tyrokafteri - spicy feta, skordalia - garlic, taramosalata - fish roe, melitzanosalata - eggplant, served with pitaGrilled Lamb Chopsgrilled, basil aioli and roasted greek potatoes

$100.00

Package #3 Seafood Pasta

Greek Saladromaine, tomatoes, cucumbers, red pepper, onions, feta, kalamata olives, vinaigretteSpreads and Pitachoice of three: tzatziki - cucumber, tyrokafteri - spicy feta, skordalia - garlic, taramosalata - fish roe, melitzanosalata - eggplant, served with pitaSeafood Pastalobster, shrimp, clams, mussels, calamari

$100.00

Traditional Turkey Dinner

savory gravy, country bread stuffing, green beans almondine, roasted root vegetables, mashed potatoes & cranberry relish

$34.00

Roast Leg of Lamb Dinner

garlic roasted carrots, greek beans, lemon potatoes, lamb au jus, cranberry relish

$41.00

Thanksgiving Menu