Welcome to the Apollo Cafe, your destination for experiencing authentic Greek recipes handed down through generations. Enjoy traditional Greek favorites like Pastitsio, Avgolemono soup or vegetarian Spanakorizo. Order a fast chicken Souvlaki sandwich or a rotisserie Gyro sandwich to eat in or carry out.
Located on Historic Brady Street in an area once heavily populated by Greeks and Italians, the Apollo Cafe is in familiar surroundings. The cafe's atmosphere evokes the richness of mythical Greece through a dynamic interpretation of the classical god, Apollo. During spring and summer, dine outdoors in the Passegio in Greek, the "Pezothromio" area reminiscent of downtown Athens.
Located on Historic Brady Street in an area once heavily populated by Greeks and Italians, the Apollo Cafe is in familiar surroundings. The cafe's atmosphere evokes the richness of mythical Greece through a dynamic interpretation of the classical god, Apollo. During spring and summer, dine outdoors in the Passegio in Greek, the "Pezothromio" area reminiscent of downtown Athens.
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Linda Chickering
Jan 24, 2022
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Pilar Pappas
Jan 22, 2022
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K. J.
Nov 12, 2021
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Samantha R.
Nov 09, 2021
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Lamar Lampkins
Oct 24, 2021
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Rico V.
Sep 19, 2021
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Joshua Chandra
Sep 11, 2021
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Marceline Heartfield
Aug 24, 2021
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Anthony J.
Aug 18, 2021
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Paul Merklein
Jul 26, 2021
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Apollo is cozy, affordable, delicious and friendly. Great Greek food, and the outdoor seating is sublime. However, they need to stop running out of lamb shanks! One of my favorite dishes, and they often don't have it. So I get the Athenian Chicken, which is also delicious. But I want the lamb shank!
Kevin Scott
Jun 17, 2021
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Honestly I don’t have a whole lot of positive or negative things to say about this restaurant. Ordering and receiving food is a bit odd. The food was not some of my favorite Greek food I’ve ever had but it was decent. Reasonably priced. And it was in a great neighborhood. I suggest eating on the photo faux patio to people watch.
The DeloDelo
Jun 04, 2021
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Faith C.
May 23, 2021
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Faith B.
May 04, 2021
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My friend and I were doing a nostalgia walk of Brady Street and we were starving. We decided Greek sounded like just the ticket for a late afternoon lunch visit.
We had the saganaki, because hot cheese. It was very good, but understated without the theatrical flaming brandy table side.
We split a falafel and that was just so so. It was very uniform, very bland and seemed liked a boxed mix. The accompanying fries and Zeus sauce were tasty.
We also split a tuna souvlaki and Greek salad. Both these items were flavorful and satisfying.
Overall, this was a reasonable, flavor forward lunch. I'll
We had the saganaki, because hot cheese. It was very good, but understated without the theatrical flaming brandy table side.
We split a falafel and that was just so so. It was very uniform, very bland and seemed liked a boxed mix. The accompanying fries and Zeus sauce were tasty.
We also split a tuna souvlaki and Greek salad. Both these items were flavorful and satisfying.
Overall, this was a reasonable, flavor forward lunch. I'll
Samantha R.
Dec 10, 2020
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When staying out all night on Brady Street starts to be a thing again, you can't go wrong by closing it out at Apollo. Everything is good. The gyro is awesome. The Athenian chicken is great. They have moussaka and pastitsio which you can't find at every Greek restaurant (and they're good.) Really for Greek food in Milwaukee (on the east side at least) it's between this place and Oakland Gyros for the best.
Of course, pre-dining festivities on Brady St are not required to enjoy the food. In COVID times I've enjoyed a meal or two on the patio. But the generous portions are
Of course, pre-dining festivities on Brady St are not required to enjoy the food. In COVID times I've enjoyed a meal or two on the patio. But the generous portions are
Bridget H.
Nov 18, 2020
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Nadia H.
Aug 14, 2020
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In an effort to continue to support local businesses during COVID while also trying to keep an eye on my expenses, I figure I would give Apollo Cafe a try for dinner tonight! I have always walked by this place and always wanted to try it so why not now? I ordered the chicken souvlaki plate and subbed a side salad for the side ($1.29 extra to sub salad instead of fries or rice). I also got an extra side of Greek fries and an order of Avgolemono soup. I would have to say that everything was just fine! I was not blown away and I have had better Greek food elsewhere, but what I got was a pretty good
Joshua J.
Jun 18, 2020
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Sent my son in to grab some food and the burger was medium well when he was clear to make it well done, well after the prefer was made and we weren't eating it the cook or manager said I cooked it longer than I should and then stated to my son that he should be more appreciative of what he gets. Very much need answers for this before this goes any further.
Liberty G.
Mar 07, 2020
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Whoever was working today did an amazing job keeping up with the insane amount of customers! The food was delicious per usual and I even got a spot to sit down and enjoy. Every time I've come to Apollo whether during the day or at 2 in the morning, I am impressed with the quality of food and customer service! Keep up the good work!
Tasha B.
Oct 09, 2019
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10/8/19 we're here today for dinner first impression I love how small and intimate the place was extremely clean when placing my order the guy was very patient with me the food was absolutely delicious the meat was very tender it was fresh well seasoned and I definitely will be going back the bathrooms was also very clean
Bugs B.
Aug 10, 2019
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Shirl T.
Aug 05, 2019
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T. P.
Jun 30, 2019
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Been going to Apollo for years but not until recently have I noticed a reason to applaud this wonderful cafe. Consistently good quality, clean, friendly. My favorites are the lemon soup, a side of Greek chicken, Greek salad which I have to note is really dark green fresh crispy lettuce and perfectly dressed. The gyros are tasty and classic. Tadzyki sauce fresh and cold. Great beverage selection and overall great menu.
It's what you hope for from a Greek diner.
It's what you hope for from a Greek diner.
Ben W.
May 12, 2019
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I've been here before and rated it a bit below Oakland gyros which is the best in town. Unfortunately, I would STILL RATE IT BELOW OAKLAND GRYOS. I got the gyro platter and i will say the gravy is more tasty than OG's but their gyro is a bit thicker and heavier to eat. It isn't as moist as OG's and makes you need a few cups of water to eat it all. Since it was so heavy, it was hard to eat all of it without feeling full and heavy the rest of the night.
The price is a bit cheaper for the gyro platter at 8.50$ where OG's platter is 9.80$ but I would pay the little extra
The price is a bit cheaper for the gyro platter at 8.50$ where OG's platter is 9.80$ but I would pay the little extra
Nathan P.
May 12, 2019
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Have been coming here for 15 years, but this was my first time in awhile. It was as good as ever, great food and service. My go-to dish is the beef souvlaki, great flavor and love the grilled onions, peppers and tomato. The feta and tzatziki sauce are also the best. Tried the hummus platter for first time and it was excellent and the fries tasted better than I remembered them to be. My son always gets the Athenian chicken with potatoes and throws them in a pita with feta and sauce. I'd recommend doing it that way instead of ordering the chicken souvlaki as the Athenian chicken is more moist
Fox E.
Feb 01, 2018
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My friends from the band OneRepublic wanted to come here about 10 mins after they closed. I was like
It's too late for Apollo, guys
It's too late!
I've had the Gyro from here twice and both times I remember specifically thinking: it's pretty good but not as delicious as Oakland Gyros. The new location of Oakland Gyros doesn't really have anything on the original and I'd probably come to Apollo before I would go back to the new Oakland Gyros. I'll try Apollo a third time, for some non-Gyro fare (is that fair?) and will update this then.
It's too late for Apollo, guys
It's too late!
I've had the Gyro from here twice and both times I remember specifically thinking: it's pretty good but not as delicious as Oakland Gyros. The new location of Oakland Gyros doesn't really have anything on the original and I'd probably come to Apollo before I would go back to the new Oakland Gyros. I'll try Apollo a third time, for some non-Gyro fare (is that fair?) and will update this then.
Todd H.
Sep 01, 2015
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Greek food is something I go to occasionally... BUT... that will change with Apollo Cafe. LOVE their grilled chicken greek salad. It's big, flavors are delicious. Generous serving of juicy, flavorful chicken and under $10 bucks!
Service was excellent, fast and friendly... why haven't I been here before!
Service was excellent, fast and friendly... why haven't I been here before!
