Kiki's

What groups say

Groups of 6 to 12 share family-style Greek plates and carafes of wine across three dining rooms and an annex.

• Reviewers describe 3 dining rooms plus an overflow space across the street, with outdoor seating used for larger parties.
• Parties of 6 to 12 are common; one table of 10 had a reserved time slot and was asked to leave at the end of it.
• Walk-ins are not seated until the entire party has arrived; larger groups report waits from under an hour to 2 hours.
• Food is ordered family style with shared apps and house wine by the carafe or liter; prices are called very reasonable.

Drawn from 70 Google reviews of Kiki's that mention a group, a private room or a celebration, read September 2026. The reviews below describe a group visit, private rooms and larger events first, with the critical ones kept in.

• wedding celebration dinner, party of 10

  I hope the ownership is aware of how rude their lead host is. We had a table of 10 who had a lovely meal with a ton of food and many bottles Of wine but towards the end of our evening we were Aggressively reminded multiple times that we had overstayed our reservation time. Never mind that we were celebrating our friends wedding, but it was a terribly juvenile and embarrassing experience to be asked by the stressed out host to leave because we had already been told our reservation time was up. Our reservation ended at 7pm, it was 710 pm, that is the nature of the beast with a large group wrapping up, finishing dessert/ wine, using the bathroom. I hope the owners can find someone with a little more social tact under pressure than to come aggressively remind us that it is time to leave. We had a lovely time before that but after that will likely not return.

• group dinner, party of 9

  Great service and great food. We had a party of 9 and they went out of their way to accommodate us outside. Our waiters were very attentive and the service was incredibly fast. We had a blond girl (don’t remember her name) but she made the entire experience awesome. We had one of everything on the appetizer menu and would highly recommend every thing. Also had some orange wine which was unique for me and it was phenomenal. We went early around 5 and didn’t have a wait but we stayed for awhile and the line kept getting longer and longer so what they say about wait times is true but it is definelty worth it. They are the best Greek food I’ve had in the US. I have been to Greece and would go as far as they did it better than Greek restaurants in Greece themselves. Cant say enough good things.

• large group dinner, party of 12

  I was unimpressed. Great atmosphere, and this was a less expensive place, and that's great, but my dish was not good - the lamb frikasee with fennel. "Braised," but served more like a stew, and totally bland. No fennel flavor, and no real sense the dish was Mediterranean. The server provided a table of 12 with one standard carafe of water and rarely checked to see if we needed more. I don't drink, so I needed a lot more. She had to be flagged down for water or anything else, but was otherwise very pleasant. The bathroom was very poorly maintained. Mointains of paper towels spilling out of the can and onto the floor. As a party of 12, they charged a separate 3,% surcharge to every credit card used to pay the bill, and didn't note that on the receipt. I had to ask why there were at least four 3% surcharges on my bill. It wasn't a ton of money in the long run, but this policy left a very bad taste in my mouth - enough so that I am leaving this review. Give the table a 3% discount for paying all cash, but don't charge each of us a 3% surcharge for a card and then 3 more 3% surcharges for other guests paying by card, especially not a large party. That's kind of messed up. Credit charges ought to be built in as the cost of doing business, rather than added on with no explanation unless asked. Bad food and nickel-and-diming the customer? Nope! Overall our night was fun because the 12 of us were focused on being together, but never again, Kiki. Never again.

• birthday dinner

  Eli has such incredible service we absolutely loved them! They were so tolerant of my loud group and so attentive and understanding! They really went above and beyond to make my best friends birthday the best it could be❤️❤️❤️

• group dinner, party of 6

  Group of six - lovely table very homey. Cute spot and vibe - outstanding selection of apps. Great service. Home run

Good to know

Straightforward Greek cuisine such as seafood & lamb served in warm digs with exposed-wood beams.

Hours, spend and amenities from Google. Private event hours and minimums are set by the restaurant.

Frequently asked questions

Can Kiki's host a large group?

Kiki's welcomes larger parties for group dining in Lower East Side and is flagged as good for groups by Google reviewers. Banquet-style table between dining rooms for large groups; reservations for 11+.

How much does it cost to book a private event at Kiki's?

Guests at Kiki's typically spend $20 to $60 per person on a regular visit, according to Google, before drinks and tip. A private room or group booking is usually priced on a food and beverage minimum that scales from that per-head figure rather than a flat room fee. Minimums run higher on Friday and Saturday nights and through December. Contact Kiki's for the current minimum and deposit terms.

When is Kiki's open?

Kiki's is open daily from 12:00 PM to 12:00 AM, serving brunch, lunch and dinner. The restaurant takes reservations for regular tables. Private rooms can often be booked outside these hours, including daytime events, so ask when you inquire.

What kind of restaurant is Kiki's?

Kiki's is a $$ Greek restaurant in Lower East Side, New York City, rated 4.4 stars across 2,561 Google reviews. Google describes it as: Straightforward Greek cuisine such as seafood & lamb served in warm digs with exposed-wood beams. It has a wheelchair accessible entrance.

What do guests say about group dining at Kiki's?

Groups of 6 to 12 share family-style Greek plates and carafes of wine across three dining rooms and an annex. Reviewers describe 3 dining rooms plus an overflow space across the street, with outdoor seating used for larger parties. Parties of 6 to 12 are common; one table of 10 had a reserved time slot and was asked to leave at the end of it. Walk-ins are not seated until the entire party has arrived; larger groups report waits from under an hour to 2 hours. Food is ordered family style with shared apps and house wine by the carafe or liter; prices are called very reasonable. Reviewers praise: family-style sharing menu and generous portions at low prices; staff accommodated a party of 9 outside with fast, attentive service; large space with 3 rooms plus annex absorbs medium-size groups; house wine by the carafe suits celebratory group dinners. Watch for: full party must be present before seating; hosts often inflexible; large-group tables come with time limits and pressure to leave; one party of 12 reported a 3% card surcharge per card and thin service. Based on 70 Google reviews of Kiki's that mention a group, a private room or a celebration.

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