Evvia Estiatorio

Evvia Estiatorio brings the warmth and charm of Greece to Silicon Valley. From the moment you enter our restaurant, the Hellenic tradition of hospitality surrounds you; staff is warm and accommodating, food is abundant, wine flows and the room is cozy and inviting.You are made to feel like an old friend rather than a guest in a restaurant. It is a concept that drives Greek hospitality; philoxenia, the art of making a stranger a friend. Evvia grew from the desire of two childhood friends to create a home away from home where their friends and family could enjoy delicious Greek cuisine. At Evvia, standard Greek fare was raised to new heights utilizing the wealth of fresh produce, meats and seafood in California. Hellenic flavors married with a modern culinary sensibility creating a recipe for success. An instant hit in the Palo Alto community, Evvia continues to welcome guests with its ideal combination of sophistication and old-world charm. A rustic fireplace warms the room while the large, polished wood Chefs table, hand-made pottery and copper cookware create the feel of a Mediterranean country inn. The ambiance sets the stage for a most memorable dining experience. A visit to Evvia is not complete without a taste of Panos Gogonas hospitality. He embodies the Greek word Philoxenia, which means to treat a stranger like an old friend. For Panos, everyone is an old friend. When you speak with him you feel as if he has known you for years. His easy-going manner and ever-present grin reveal his deep Mediterranean roots. Panos was raised with the Mediterranean literally at his side in the small town of Astros in the Peloponnese region of Greece. His father followed family tradition and was a fisherman by trade. Panos grew up on fishing boats and worked the tourist season in restaurants in his home town. During this time, he learned the fine art of pizza making, particularly the deep-dish style that was popular where he lived. When it was time to attend University, he mad