Athene's is smack in the heart of Broadway's Hellenic district and the food is solid, which means that in addition to such gems as arni psito (slow-roasted lamb shoulder, $16.95) and kalamaris skaras (marinated, charbroiled squid, $14.95), there is the requisite baked lasagne ($12.95) and 16 different pizza selections. Stick with the traditional items and you'll do just fine. And, while West... more

Athene’s is smack in the heart of Broadway’s Hellenic district and, as Frank said, “If you can make it there you can make it anywhere.” The food is solid, which means that in addition to such gems as arni psito (slow-roasted lamb shoulder, $16.95) and kalamaris skaras (marinated, charbroiled squid $13.95), there is the requisite baked lasagne ($10.95) and a page of pizza selections. Stick with... more

After initially having some difficulty finding Athene’s courtesy of my lackadaisical reliance on Google Maps, we found our way to the front entrance on a late weekday evening. Right away, the dimly lit interior and relaxed atmosphere made me feel as if we were being welcomed into the living room of a beloved heritage home. Inside, the place was already abuzz with a few full tables of diners as... more