Olympic Cafe

2340 University Avenue, San Diego CA 92104

$ Greek

With a seemingly endless abundance of ethnic foods fairly represented throughout the county, Greek cuisine does not seem to draw a huge number of restaurateurs to San Diego. It just takes a little looking, though. Unassuming inside and out, the food at Olympic Café speaks for itself, as shown by the “Best Greek Restaurant in San Diego” award City Beat gave the café in 2004, and the number of repeat customers that regularly dine here. With the laid-back atmosphere reminiscent of an old diner and friendly staff, customers are made to feel right at home. The family-owned café was established in 1985, and diners looking at the menu prices might feel like they’re stuck in a time warp – in a good way . Spanakopita, huge gyros, and a falafel platter are traditional Greek picks on the menu, but for those craving American fare, Olympic Cafe also offers a half-pound Angus burger for only $5.55 during lunch hours. Serving breakfast daily starting at 7am, the something-for-everyone menu has omelets and lighter dishes. If you decide to go Greek all the way, try the breakfast gyro – two eggs scrambled with sliced gyros and grilled onion, topped with fresh tomato, wrapped in a piping hot pita and served with their creamy tzatziki sauce. Playful desserts like a kourabiede, a traditional toasted almond butter cookie, or the white-chocolate dipped sprinkle-covered pretzel are sure to satisfy a sweet tooth. Olympic Café is one of those places you might pass on the sidewalk every day, but take our advice and give it a try next time you’re craving traditional Greek eats.

Reservations

Olympic Cafe Reservations

(619) 692-9082

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Business Info

Address: 2340 University Avenue, San Diego CA 92104
Cross Street: Texas Street
Location: Hillcrest & Uptown | North Park
Cuisine: Greek |
Cost: | Very Inexpensive
Category: Casual Dining
Star Rating:
Reservations: Unknown
Dress Code: Casual
Meals Served: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner |
Parking: Street |
Payment Options: VISA | Amex | MasterCard |
Corkage Fee: N/A
Website: http://olympic-cafe.graigharris.com
Phone: (619) 692-9082
Features: Takeout Available, Wheelchair Access, Healthy Options,
Occasion: Child Friendly, Dining Alone, Quiet Conversation, Quick Bite,

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Business Hours

Reservations Available

Monday: 7 a.m. - noon; 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.; 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Tuesday: 7 a.m. - noon; 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.; 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Wednesday: 7 a.m. - noon; 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.; 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Thursday: 7 a.m. - noon; 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.; 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Friday: 7 a.m. - noon; 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.; 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Saturday: 7 a.m. - noon; 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.; 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Sunday: 7 a.m. - noon; 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.; 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Menus

Breakfast Menu

All eggs, omelets, and scrambles are served with hashbrown potatoes or fresh fruit and your choice of toast, pita, or bagel. Enjoy our homemade coffee cake in place of toast for an additional $1.75. Low cholesterol egg product or egg whites available upon request.

2 Egg Breakfasts

Two eggs, potatoes and choice of toast (no meat) 4.75
Ham and eggs 6.25
Bacon (4 strips) and eggs 6.25
Sausage (4 links) and eggs 6.25
1/4 lb. beef patty and eggs 6.25
Gyros and eggs 6.25
Greek sausage and eggs 6.50
Souvlaki and eggs 7.25

3 Egg Omelets

Cheese 6.25
Ham and Cheese 6.75
Mushroom and Cheese 6.75
Gyros 6.95: Sliced Gyros, grilled onions and fresh tomato
Vegetarian 6.95: Feta, mushrooms, green pepper and onion
Village 7.25: Greek Sausage, feta, mushrooms and onion

Waffles, Pancakes and French Toast

Waffle, pancake and french toast specials include your choice of two of the following : two eggs, hashbrown potatoes, 2 strips bacon or 2 sausage links. Substitute Gyros, Greek sausage, beef patty or ham slice, add $1.50.

Plain and Simple 4.95: Crisp, fresh waffle served with butter and syrup
Waffle Special 7.25
Pecan Waffle 5.95
Pancakes 3.95: $4.95 portion-size available
Pancake Special 6.50
French Toast 4.95: $6.25 portion-size available
French Toast Special 7.25
Add Strawberries and Whipped Cream 1.95

Breakfast Sandwiches

Add $1.50 for hashbrowns or fresh fruit

Breakfast Gyros 5.55: Two large eggs scrambed with sliced Gyros and grilled onion, topped with fresh tomato, wrapped in a hot pita and served with tzatziki sauce
Vegetarian Breakfast Pita 5.55: Two large eggs scrambled with feta cheese, mushrooms, green pepper and onion, wrapped in a hot pita with tzatziki sauce
Fried Egg Sandwich 4.75: A classic-just like Fred! Two fried eggs with bacon, American cheese, tomato and lettuce, served on white toast with mayonnaise

Light Starts

Breakfast Yogurt Parfait 6.95: Lightly sweetened yogurt layered with strawberries and homemade granola, seved with Donna's Coffee Cake
Bagel with Cream Cheese and Fruit 4.50
Cottage Cheese or Yogurt, Fruit and English Muffin 4.50
Homemade Granola 4.50
Hot Oatmeal 4.50

Sider Orders

Gyros 3.45: With tzatziki sauce
Greek Sausage 2.95
Ham Slice, Bacon (4 Slices), or Sausage (4 Links) 2.75
Eggs 1.75: $2.35 portion-size available
Hashbrown Potatoes 2.45
Homemade Coffee Cake 2.75
Toast, English Muffin, Pita or Bagel 1.95
Cream Cheese 0.50
Fresh Fruit Cup 2.45
Cottage Cheese 1.95
Yogurt 1.95: Large available for $2.95

Lunch & Dinner

Salads & Starters

Olympic Salad 7.95: Large Greek salad of mixed greens topped with feta cheese, Greek olives, pepperoncini, tomato and red onion, served with house dressing and pita bread
Half Olympic Salad 6.75: Served with pita bread
Gyros Salad 9.25: Greek salad topped with sliced Gyros and served with hot pita
Chicken Breast Salad 9.25: Greek salad topped with charbroiled chicken breast, served with pita bread -- The Best!
Tuna Salad 8.95: White Albacore served on Greek Salad with pita brea
Dinner Salad 2.95: Crisp mixed greens, ripe tomato and house dressing
Greek Dinner Salad 3.75
Hummus with Hot Pita 4.95: Mid-Eastern appetizer dip of garbanzos, olive oil, lemon, and special seasonings
Appetizer Sampler 7.25: Hummus, pita, Feta cheese, Greek olives, tomato, cucumber and pepperoncini
Avgolemono Soup 2.95: (Cup size, Bowl is $4.25) Traditional Greek chicken and rice soup
Lentil Soup 2.95: (Cup size, Bowl is $4.25)
Soup & Salad 5.75: (Cup size, Bowl is $6.75) Served with hot pita
Soup & Greek Salad 6.75: (Cup size, Bowl is $7.75) Served with hot pita

Sandwiches & Charbroiled Burgers

Falafel 5.85: In pita
Vegetarian 5.85: In pita
Tuna Melt 5.85: On sourdough
Turkey and Swiss 5.85: On a French roll
Fish 5.85: On a sesame bun
Roast Beef 5.85: On a French roll
BBQ Beef 5.85: On a sesame bun
Grilled Cheese 3.95: On sourdough
1/2 lb. Angus Burger 5.55
6 oz. Angus Burger 5.15
1/4 lb. Angus Burger 4.55
Souvlaki 5.85: Beef or chicken in pita
Chicken Breast 5.85: On a sesame bun
Patty Melt 5.85: On rye
Steak Sandwich 6.95: Rib eye on a French roll
Philly Steak Sandwich 6.95: Rib eye on a French roll
Our Famous Greek Gyros 5.85: In pita

Extras

Add items below to burgers or sandwiches

Cheese 0.45: American, Swiss or Feta
Slice Gyros 1.55: Great on burgers
French Fries 1.95
Rice Pilaf 1.95
Roasted or Mashed Potatoes with Gravy 2.25
Cup of Soup 2.45
Salad 2.45
Greek Salad 3.25

Daily Lunch Special

Sandwich of the Day 0.00: Whole sandwich served with choice of French fries, rice pilaf, salad or cup of soup

Weekly Specials

Ask for today's offerings

Lamb Shank 10.95: Braised lamb shank served with rice pilaf, Greek salad and pita bread
Dolmades 9.95: Grape leaves stuffed with ground beef, rice and herbs, served with rice pilaf, Greek salad and pita bread
Pastitsio 9.95: Traditional Greek casserole of macaronia and seasoned ground beef topped with Bechamel sauce, served with roasted potatoes, Greek salad and pita bread
Mousaka 9.95: Potatoes, eggplant and zucchini layered with homemade meat sauce topped with Bechamel, served with rice pilaf, Greek salad and pita bread

Child's Menu

(Under 12 years and dine in only) Includes French fries or rice pilaf and small beverage

Choice of: 5.25: Chicken Tenders, Hamburger, Fish and Chips, Grilled Cheese, 1/4 Greek Chicken

Greek Specialties

Gyros Sandwich 5.85: Seasoned blend of beef and lamb cooked on a rotisserie, thinly sliced and served in hot pita bread with sliced onion, fresh tomato and tzatziki sauce
Gyros Plate 8.75: Generous portion of sliced Gyros served with Greek salad, pita bread and tzatziki sauce
Greek Sausage Plate 8.75: Two spicy Greek sausages served on grilled onions with Greek salad and pita bread
Spaghetti with Meat Sauce 8.75: Made with our special Greek seasonings, served with garlic bread
Pork Chops 9.95: Served Greek style with mashed potatoes, Greek salad and pita bread
Souvlaki Platter 9.95: Two charbroiled skewers of marinated beef, green pepper, and onion, served with rice pilaf, Greek salad, pita bread and tzatziki sauce
Spanakopita Platter 9.75: Traditional spinach pie made with feta cheese, green onion, and eggs, wrapped in flaky fila dough and baked until golden, served with rice pilaf, Greek salad, pita bread and tzatziki sauce (a la carte $6.25)
Falafel Platter 9.75: Vegetarian Mid-Eastern specialty of ground chick peas, herbs and spices, formed into patties and deep fried, served on a bed of rice pilaf w ith Greek salad, pita bread and tzatziki sauce
Chicken Kabob Platter 9.95: Two charbroiled skewers of tender marinated chicken, green pepper and onion, served with rice pilaf, Greek salad, pita bread and tzatziki sauce

Greek Combinations

All served with rice pilaf, Greek salad, pita bread and tzatziki sauce. Where applicable, Chicken Kabob may be substituted for Beef Souvlaki.

Gyros and Spanakopita 9.95
Gyros and Souvlaki 9.95
Gyros and 1/4 Chicken 9.95
Greek Sausage and 1/4 Chicken 9.95
Souvlaki and Kabob 9.95
Souvlaki and Spanakopita 9.95
Spanakopita and 1/4 Chicken 9.95
Spanakopita and Falafel 9.95
Super Greek Combo 11.95: Gyros, Souvlaki and Spanakopita

Favorites

All served with salad and choice of rice pilaf, French fries, or mashed potatoes and gravy. For Greek salad, add $.75.

1/2 Barbecued Chicken 9.25: Served with Greek salad
Liver and Onions 8.25: (With bacon add $.95)
Meat Loaf 8.25: Mama Bia's Greek inspired recipe
Barbecued Beef Ribs 8.75
Pork Chops 9.95: Served Greek style
Fish and Chips 8.25: Batter fried cod
Shrimp Dinner 8.75: Batter fried
Mahi Mahi 10.25: Grilled
Halibut 11.25: Grilled

Greek Style Chicken

1/2 Greek Style Chicken 9.25: Oven baked, then charbroiled with Greek herbs & lemon, served with Greek salad, pita bread and choice of rice pilaf, French fries, or mashed potatoes and gravy
Charbroiled Chicken Breast 8.95: Served with Greek salad, pita bread and choice of rice pilaf, French fries, or mashed potatoes and gravy
Light Greek Plate 6.95: 1/4 Greek Style Chicken served with Greek salad and pita bread (for smaller appetites)
Chicken Breast Salad 9.25: Greek salad topped with charbroiled chicken breast, served with pita bread -- The Best!
Chicken Kabob Platter 9.95: Two charbroiled skewers of tender marinated chicken, green pepper and onion, served with rice pilaf, Greek salad, pita bread and tzatziki sauce

The House Specialty

1/2 Greek Style Chicken 9.25: Served with roasted potatoes, house lemon gravy, Greek salad and pita bread

Side Orders

Gyros 3.55
Greek Sausage 3.15
Kabob/Souvlaki 3.95
Feta Cheese 1.95
Greek Olives 1.95
Pepperoncini 1.95
Pita Bread 1.95
Tzatziki Sauce (Small) 0.50: Large $.95
Hummus (Small) 1.45: Large $2.55
Garlic Bread 2.75
French Fries 2.45
Rice Pilaf 2.45
Mashed Potatoes 2.45
Roasted Potatoes 2.45
1/2 Spanakopita 3.15

Donna's Desserts

Baked here with fine and fresh ingredients

Baklava 2.75: Classic Greek pastry
Kourabiede 1.45: Toasted almond butter cookie
Cheesecake 3.75
Carrot Cake 2.75
Chocolate Cake 2.75
Cinnamon Walnut Bundt Cake 2.75
Assorted Dessert Bars 1.75: Take a look!
White Chocolate Dipped Pretzels 1.65
Chocolate Chip Cookies 1.65