Costa’s, not just another Greek Diner

Something about Seattle and great Greek Diners go hand in hand, but Costa’s has been one of my family’s favorites for decades.  With two locations, one in the heart of Fremont and the other in the University, the food is outstanding and all fresh and homemade.  From the wonderful breakfasts, to the hand prepared soups and sandwiches, to the Greek specialties Gyros sandwiches, Spanikopita, and Baklava, you cannot go wrong in whatever you order.

My brother, the retired bank executive, began his long and successful career as a dishwasher at Costa’s in the University.  Thirty years ago, I fell in love with the lovely spices of oregano, garlic, and how they would bring color to these round french fries that he would bring home for us to eat.  I still love them and every bite brings back those fond memories.  On my last visit I tried a traditional chicken soup with rice and a lemon and egg whipped inside.  Very unique flavor that really balanced well.  But their Gyros Sandwich will remain my absolute favorite at this neighborhood place.  The pita bread has got to be freshly made with that just baked texture, the lamb and beef meat sliced so tender and spiced so fragrantly to perfection, and the vegetables so crisp, topped off with the yogurt sauce.  If you haven’t tried this dish, you have to do it, and soon.  After a week of the flu, this dish literally brought me back to life.

And for many of us, me included, food is definitely one of the pleasures in life.  Costas, a Seattle landmark by now, for sure, is the spice of life!