After being a loyal patron of Hollywood's Taverna Opa since its opening, 13 years ago...I was so disappointed by the food and service in my last visit. My usual dish the grilled octopus appetizer, was not the same. The portion was much smaller, too many herbs and olive oil. This was huge for me because I could already savor the lovely octopus dish in my palette before I even got out from the car.\r
Then our server, I shared some Greek with her that I learned in college before going on my trip and she was a bit unfriendly and by correcting my formal form of Greek instead of celebrating I was making an effort to share my few words. Then, the prices of the dishes are exuberant..$16 for a moussaka dish is too much. The mussels were fine, a little overcooked...the tomatoe sauce was tasty. I asked for some water for the ouzo, instead of bringing me a small water pitcher or glass with water...she intended for me to use my large water glass to pour into the small ouzo shot...thus, causing a mess. I was heart-broken to know that this original location's quality of food and service is deteriorating...unfortunately, these are some of growing pains of an establishment that has grown its brand and obtained now too much popularity where the attention to detail, what made the restaurant standout in the first place, is falling on the waste side. The location is still one of the best properties to transcend as if you are enjoying Greek food at a beautiful seaside town in Greece. I do hope this review will help in creating awareness to the owners.
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