It has been my quest to find a local gyro heaven. This quest started with the delicious gyros that I had at carnivals and fairs and continued after Kendall was born. We spent a lot of time in Oakland, because she spent some time in the NICU at Magee Womens Hospital of UPMC (These people are AMAZING!). My husband and I would spend our days at the hospital and would head toward the University of Pittsburgh campus for meals. We found a couple of good places, but they are not convenient to home.
This quest has left dialog open with our friends. All of the places that were shared in these conversations were too far from home. We needed something close and easy. No one wants to tote this crew of wild ones too far from home base.
Gene came home a couple months ago talking about a gyro place in Vandergrift that his coworker shared. In true Gene style, he couldn't remember the name and had a very foggy description of its location. I threw the name question out on Facebook and within minutes, friends were sharing what they knew. GREEK PEEK! What a perfect name!
Gene's coworker had shared with us that the owner is a college age guy who had decided against heading back to school, but instead to open the doors to a Mediterranean sandwich shop. All I could think is, what a gamble for a young person. Opening an eatery is a huge leap of faith for anyone. I give this guy credit for having the confidence in himself and his product to do this.
For Gene's birthday, I decided to make a run to the 'grift for dinner. Gyros for the grown up and pizza for the wee ones. So Friday night, we made our way to Greek Peek. When I pulled up, I found a man and woman standing on the sidewalk conversing jovially. I walked up to both trying to decide which door was the door to Greek Peek. The two were funny because as I approached, they each edged toward their door. I let the sub shop lady down easy, telling her it was nothing personal, I just happened to want this guy,
Upon entering the establishment, which is a tiny space, Scott (owner and operator) asked me what the occasion is. I shared that it was hubby's birthday. He and I had a lovely conversation about relationships, college, responsibility, and some general life "things." It was one of the more delightful waiting times I've had. All the while, he was preparing our three delicious gyros.
What can you expect when you visit Scott at Greek Peek? There is lamb rotating on a spit, shaved off to the just the right thickness, warmed pitas, crisp lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, and Tzaziki sauce, all wrapped perfectly in foil. You can also expect a very short menu. What are your choice? Gyros. Oh! And occasionally he has salads. What are you going to pay? VERY LITTLE! The gyros were $3.99. Yep, that's it! One was plenty of food for me. Hubby ate two and was fat and happy (it was his birthday, so why not endulge).
If you're looking for a yummy gyro for very little coin prepared in front of you by a fantastic guy who is so stinkin' personable that you wish he had a counter to sit and eat, you'd better find your way to Greek Peek.
This guy and his food are so good that he really needs a food truck! Spread the love! My food truck (and cupcake camper) friends, help this guy out!
An important sidenote: Scott and Greek Peek are moving to a new location on October 1.
Greek Peek can be found on Facebook. Like it! :)
Current location:
146 Washington Avenue, Vandergrift
724-567-1701
New Location (October 1)
177 Columbia Avenue, Vandergrift
724-567-1701
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