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Xios Cafe
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Categories: Greek, Mediterranean [Edit]
800 W. Williams StreetSuite 100
Apex, NC 27502
(919) 363-5288
- Price Range:
-
$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Takes Reservations:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
8 reviews for Xios Cafe
I am not a huge fan of Greek fare, but my experience here was enough to change that. The interior design is very clean and modern, while the lighting helps to keep the space seem intimate, but still allowing you to see into the kitchen, which is always a crowd favorite.
The food includes all your expected Greek favorites and an nice wine selection featuring a number of Greek imports, there is a full bar, but the beer menu is limited to a few locals with a few imports thrown in for good measure.
The wait staff was very helpful and don't be afraid to ask for recommendations as everything I have had here is good. I haven't sampled the entire menu but I haven't found anything I don't like yet :)
I haven't been there in a while but I remember it fondly. XIOS has a very interesting menu and most of the dishes are very good. The bar is stocked and offers some more unique choices. The atmosphere is very nice-slightly trendy but not obnoxious. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly. I would definitely recommend Xios as a good place for a Classy Greek meal.
I've had mixed experiences at Xios. Many people in Apex think this restaurant is tops, but sometimes I don't see the appeal.
For example the food has been inconsistent in the times I've dined here.
On my initial few visits the food was excellent, but on my last visit I ordered a special fish entree and the fish was charred and dry. I also experienced horrible service on my last visit, on a night that the restaurant wasn't very crowded our inexperienced server simply disappeared. We had to actually get up from our table to get someone to bring us a check. Granted I haven't visited in over a year, I keep wanting to go back and give it another shot. Recently drove by there and saw no one eating there on a Friday night and thought better of it. Is it the economy or has business plummeted for a reason?
I stopped in for lunch here a week or so ago, and I was very impressed overall. The restaurant is definitely one of the better "classy" Greek places in the area.
The taste of both the appetizers and entrees were delicious. The highlight of my meal was definitely the Potato Psites (potatoes roasted with lemon and oregano). The service was also excellent, with our waitress being very conversational and informative.
The only downside I found to the restaurant was the lack of vegetarian entrees. I could only find one on the lunch menu (although it's quite possible that the dinner menu has some extra options). If you are a vegetarian eating at this restaurant, I would recommend ordering multiple appetizers and picking at those, as there are more veggie friendly choices on the appetizer section of the menu than the entrée section.
This is the best Greek restaurant in the area. It's more formal, sit down, more interesting dishes than say perhaps a Greek Fiesta or Neomonde. It's a great place to take a date. There is good diversity in the dishes, items that are off the beaten path but are wonderful new adventures. The service was nice. A definite recommend. I'd give it 4.5 stars. I've been there several times, never been disappointed.
Most excellent Greek restaurant. I like getting a bunch of little appetizers, rather than an entree, so I know lots about that instead! The spanikopita and calamarakia are amazing. The atmosphere is comfortable and sleek - so this can be both a dress up or dress down restaurant. (Also, they have many wine specials on Tuesdays).
EDIT: My boyfriend took us here for New Year's and they had a special dinner-for-two (a flat $75 for both of us). They served champagne and baklava but the absolute best part must have been the moussaka. OMG. I had no idea this stuff could be so good.
I have an unquenchable thirst for garlic. When others take a bite of food and say "oh my God - this is so strong. My breath is going to reek," I say "tastes fine to me...sorry." Xios is the magical place that introduced me to skordalia, a delicious and super-garlicky potato spread. For the first time ever, I found myself saying, "hey, I can really taste this garlic." The entrees feature some of the best Greek food in the Triangle. I had the kota meh pasta, which was great . I also like that you can get wine here in a small carafe instead of having to order a full bottle. This comes in handy if you're sampling Greek wine, which can be...quite strong. Xios has a variety of weekly specials - check out their website for all the details on half-price bottles of wine, brunch, and even belly dancing!
I'd been having horrible cravings for moussaka for a while so we decided to check this place out after hearing not so great reviews about mythos. I have to say, i was impressed. I was horribly underdressed for the place (it was a spur of the moment decision to go) but the staff were wonderful regardless, the owner & his daughter came around and said hello which was also a nice touch. The moussaka was delightful- unfortunately, however my dog managed to get into my left overs later that night! We also ordered several mezethes (hummus, tzatziki & Flaming Saganaki) as well as both our entree's- i was amazed at how inexpensive it was! definitely a great place to go.
