Olympia Kebob House & Taverna
Hi-Pointe, St Louis
Restaurant in St Louis, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Book Olympia Kebob House & Taverna for an easy casual meal in St Louis, especially lunch or a low-pressure dinner. It makes more sense for solo diners and relaxed groups than for polished celebrations; for a more composed special occasion, compare Farmhaus or Robin.
About Olympia Kebob House & Taverna
Olympia Kebob House & Taverna in St Louis is a casual venue with broad daily hours. It is open from 11 AM every day, closing at 9:30 PM Monday through Thursday, 10 PM Friday and Saturday, and 9 PM Sunday. The dress code is casual, so it is best framed as an easygoing option rather than a formal plan.
Evaluate Olympia Kebob House & Taverna by occasion and timing. Choose it when the priority is a casual meal in St Louis and the schedule works for your plans. If you are comparing other options, Farmhaus or Robin may also be worth considering. For a relaxed St Louis meal where casual dress and accessible hours are the main fit, Olympia Kebob House & Taverna is easy to place on a shortlist.
Daytime and dinner hours make it flexible, but the occasion should stay casual
Timing is a key factor. Olympia Kebob House & Taverna opens at 11 AM daily, with later closing times on Friday and Saturday than on Sunday through Thursday. That gives diners flexibility across daytime and evening plans. For details on a specific menu format, service style, or special lunch offering, confirm directly with the venue.
For diners comparing St Louis options, the practical distinction is not about cuisine claims, pricing, or awards. It is about whether a casual setting and the posted hours match the meal you want. Diners may also compare Acero or Mai Lee, depending on their plans. Olympia Kebob House & Taverna remains a direct St Louis option when simplicity matters.
Who should choose it, and when to compare other options
Olympia Kebob House & Taverna is most defensible for diners seeking a casual meal in St Louis during its posted hours. It is also a reasonable consideration for low-key plans where the dress code and timing matter more than a highly structured evening. For birthdays, client dinners, anniversaries, or any meal with specific service, menu, or atmosphere requirements, compare details directly with other venues such as Farmhaus or Robin before deciding.
Quick reference: consider this for a casual St Louis meal during its posted hours; compare other options if your plans require details beyond hours and dress code.
Planning details
- Location
- 1543 McCausland Ave, St. Louis, MO 63117
- Website
- olympiakebobandtavern.com
- Phone
- +13147811299
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Olympia Kebob House & Taverna presents itself as a steadfast neighborhood spot rather than a trend-driven dining room. A modest storefront on McCausland Avenue signals an unpretentious interior where the room feels "worn in" like a family kitchen. The atmosphere comes from the people who fill the tables—regulars and neighborhood diners—rather than any designed flourish. The result is a classic, quietly charming taverna: familiar, unostentatious and reliably comfortable for those who value authenticity over novelty.
Best For
This is a place for locals, families and groups who appreciate a dependable, unflashy meal. Olympia functions as a neighborhood constant that rewards repeat visits, so it is well suited to family dinners and casual gatherings where conversation and company matter more than presentation. The Greek-American tavern tradition it represents leans into communal, homey dining rather than formal service, making it a natural fit for relaxed weeknight dinners and weekend meetups with people who know the menu and each other.
Ordering Tips
Stick to the classics here—Olympia’s signature gyro and moussaka are highlighted for a reason. The gyro is an easy, definitive entry to the menu, while the moussaka represents the heartier, traditional fare the kitchen does well. Given the taverna’s old-school, neighborhood character, favor established favorites over chasing novelty dishes: the menu’s strengths are rooted in Greek-American tavern standards rather than contemporary reinterpretations.
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual neighborhood atmosphere with a busy, heady vibe and open patio reminiscent of European Greek tavernas.
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- gyro
- moussaka
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 1543 McCausland Ave, St. Louis, MO 63117
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Restaurant context
How Olympia Kebob House & Taverna compares in St Louis
Olympia Kebob House & Taverna is the easier, more casual choice in this set. Choose it when booking friction matters and the meal does not need a formal arc. Farmhaus and Robin are better fits when the room, pacing, and seasonal cooking need to do more of the work for a date or celebration.
Mai Lee is the sharper cross-shop if the group wants a clearly defined Vietnamese meal rather than a taverna format. Pat Connolly's is the more pub-leaning alternative for casual St Louis dining, while Acero should be treated as the trade-up when polish matters more than ease.
The value case here is access and flexibility, not a high-ceremony dining experience. For lunch, Olympia Kebob House & Taverna is the practical call; for dinner with occasion weight, Farmhaus or Robin is the better spend of planning energy.
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Compare Olympia Kebob House & Taverna
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olympia Kebob House & Taverna | St Louis | , | No published awards |
| Acero | Maplewood | , | No published awards |
| Robin | St Louis | Seasonal, Regional | 2026 James Beard Award Nominees2026 James Beard Award Semifinalists2025 New York Times America's Best Restaurants |
| Pat Connolly's | St Louis | , | No published awards |
| Farmhaus | St Louis | , | No published awards |
| Mai Lee | St Louis | Vietnamese | 2025 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #4932024 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #4562023 OAD Cheap Eats in North America in Recommended |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Olympia Kebob House & Taverna good for solo dining?
It may work for solo dining if you want a casual meal in St Louis during its posted hours. Information about a specific seating format is not available, so solo diners should treat it as a practical casual option and check directly if they have specific needs.
Does Olympia Kebob House & Taverna handle dietary restrictions?
Dietary and allergy details are not available. Plan to ask the venue directly before you go, especially for strict dietary needs or allergy concerns.
What are alternatives to Olympia Kebob House & Taverna in St Louis?
If you are comparing St Louis dining options, Mai Lee, Farmhaus, Acero, Pat Connolly's, and Robin are useful names to consider depending on the kind of meal you want. Olympia Kebob House & Taverna is a casual option with daily hours.
Is daytime or dinner better at Olympia Kebob House & Taverna?
The hours support both daytime and evening planning: the venue opens at 11 AM daily, closes at 9:30 PM Monday through Thursday, 10 PM Friday and Saturday, and 9 PM Sunday. Confirm current hours with the venue before making firm plans.
Is Olympia Kebob House & Taverna good for a special occasion?
It is better supported as a casual St Louis option than as a formal special-occasion pick. If your plans require a specific atmosphere, menu, or service setup, compare Olympia Kebob House & Taverna with other St Louis options such as Farmhaus or Robin before deciding.
