Ithaki Mediterranean Restaurant

Interesting spot! We’re from out of town and have enjoyed a handful of restaurants in Saugus. We tend to stop here when flying in and out of Boston. We tried Ithaki without doing much research, and to our surprise it ended up being a bit fancier than we expected (the other places we’ve tried nearby are definitely more casual). The staff was warm, accommodating, and kind. They didn’t have any availability (which actually surprised us) but offered seats at the bar for dinner. The bar ended up being a great experience, and we didn’t feel out of place at all. The food itself was really good. My husband ordered the moussaka, one of his favorite Greek dishes, and he kept saying it was the best he’s had in New England. My chicken dish was tasty and absolutely massive; I took half home. It came

Ithaki Greek Restaurant in Peabody is an absolute gem and a must-visit for anyone who loves authentic Greek cuisine done right. From start to finish, the experience was outstanding. I began with the lamb lollipops, and they were perfection—tender, flavorful, and cooked exactly as they should be. Easily one of the best starters I’ve had in a long time. For my entrée, I ordered the rack of lamb, and it completely exceeded expectations. Perfectly cooked, juicy, and packed with rich Mediterranean flavor—this dish alone is reason enough to come back. The Greek salad was fresh, crisp, and beautifully balanced, a perfect complement to the meal. And just when I thought it couldn’t get better, I finished with the baklava—sweet, flaky, and indulgent without being overpowering. The perfect ending.

Ithaki is the best Mediterranean and Greek restaurant in Massachusetts. The food is incredible - the portion sizes are generous and the appetizers are amazing. Our favorite is the calamari. We recently tried the veal stifado for the first time and we truly have never had meat as tender before. It was incredible. And don’t forget dessert! Classic baklava and other delicious options that complete a fantastic meal.

Ithaki is an upgraded version of what I call the “corporate hotel restaurant”. It has a bit of mediterranean flair though maybe isnt quite a real mediterranean restaurant. The menu items are mixed in quality. The trio of dips were quite good and came with tons of pita chips, which in combination with the bread was a huge appetizer course. Greek salad was standard. The chicken and lamb entrees were had were decent, id mainly recommend the salmon. We ordered a number of the mocktails- I enjoyed the quite spicy jalapeno flavor with grapefruit juice. We came on a very busy night with no reservations and got seats at the bar, and the servers were friendly.

Celebrating New Year’s Eve at Ithaki Mediterranean Restaurant was nothing short of a five-star dining experience. We had an 8:00 PM reservation, and despite the restaurant being lively with couples and families ringing in the new year, the atmosphere struck the perfect balance—festive and energetic, yet still comfortable enough to hold a conversation. From start to finish, the service was truly top tier. Even on such a busy holiday night, the pacing never felt rushed. Drinks, appetizers, entrées, and dessert flowed seamlessly, allowing us to relax and enjoy each course at just the right rhythm. The staff was professional, warm, and genuinely welcoming, making it clear that choosing to dine with them was appreciated. A special touch that stood out was the hostess making rounds throughout t