Barbayani Greek Taverna – Greek
Barbayani Greek Taverna transports guests to the sun-drenched shores of the Aegean, where the air is thick with the savory scent of charcoal-broiled octopus and the theatrical sizzle of pan-seared saganaki. Vibrant small plates of hand-rolled dolmathes and golden zucchini cakes invite lively conversation, while the kitchen honors Mediterranean tradition through soulful flavors like salty imported feta and succulent lamb meatballs. Every bite of flaky spanakopita or tender tiger prawns celebrates the rustic essence of Greek hospitality, creating a spirited dining experience that feels like a warm Mediterranean escape.
388, Main Street, Los Altos, CA, 94022 https://barbayanitaverna.com/0Cuisine: Greek
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Barbayani Greek Taverna
Dairy-Free at Barbayani Greek Taverna
Barbayani Greek Taverna in Los Altos has 12 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Braised Greens, Orzo Pilavi and Lamb Chops. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Barbayani Greek Taverna
Barbayani Greek Taverna in Los Altos has 8 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Braised Greens, Lamb Chops and Lamb Riblets. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Barbayani Greek Taverna
Barbayani Greek Taverna in Los Altos has 30 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Braised Greens, Orzo Pilavi and Baklava. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Barbayani Greek Taverna
Barbayani Greek Taverna in Los Altos has 8 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Day Boat Scallops, Rib Eye Steak and Beets Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Barbayani Greek Taverna
Barbayani Greek Taverna in Los Altos has 7 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lamb Riblets, Greek Fries and Faire La Fete, Brut France. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Barbayani Greek Taverna
Barbayani Greek Taverna in Los Altos has 8 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lamb Riblets, Greek Fries and Faire La Fete, Brut France. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Barbayani Greek Taverna
Barbayani Greek Taverna in Los Altos has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Lamb Riblets. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Barbayani Greek Taverna
Barbayani Greek Taverna in Los Altos has 13 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Orzo Pilavi, Dolmathes and Greek Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Barbayani Greek Taverna
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Beets Salad | 32.2 g | 61.8 g |
| Horiatiki | 20.9 g | 40.9 g |
| Tiger Prawns Saganaki | 24.6 g | 35.2 g |
| Zucchini Cakes | 83 g | 31.8 g |
| Day Boat Scallops | 24.3 g | 31 g |
| Fried Smelts | 3.8 g | 30 g |
| Crispy Monterey Calamari | 28.3 g | 21.4 g |
| Braised Greens | 31.4 g | 20.8 g |
| Charcoal Broiled Octopus | 0 g | 20.2 g |
| Chicken Souvlaki | 6.5 g | 19.6 g |
| Taramosolata | 11.7 g | 17.6 g |
| Lavraki | 35.3 g | 17.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Imported Greek Feta - $13: Olives, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Oregano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dolmathes - $13: Grape Leaves, Rice, Aromatic Spices, Dill, Pine Nuts, Tomato Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Zucchini Cakes - $14: Zucchini Cakes, Cucumber and Spicy Yogurt Salad, Roasted Red Pepper Sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Saganaki - $15.75: Pan-Fried Kefalograviera Cheese, Brandy, Lemon Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spanakopita - $14.95: Phyllo, Spinach, Leeks, Feta Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brussels Sprouts - $15.95: Brussels Sprouts, Shallot, Capers, Dates, Parmesan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Monterey Calamari - $16.75: Calamari, Frisée Salad, Spicy Chipotle Aioli Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Charcoal Broiled Octopus - $21.95: Octopus, Red Wine Vinaigrette, Oregano Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Meatballs - $18.95: Lamb Meatballs, Citrus Pepper Compote, Mint Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tiger Prawns Saganaki - $17.5: Tiger Prawns, Red Plaki Sauce, Citrus Pepper Compote, Feta Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Riblets - $22: Lamb Riblets, Oregano, Garlic, Lemon Vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Salmon Fumèe - $17.95: Wild-Caught Fumèe Salmon Marinated in Greek Style Beet and Pesto Sauces Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Smelts - $16: Lightly Fried Breaded Smelts, Skordalia Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads and Soups
- Avgolemono Soup - $11.95: Egg Lemon, Organic Chicken, Rice Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Horiatiki - $14.25: Vine-Ripened Tomatoes, Cucumber, Bell Pepper, Red Onion, Kalamata Olives, Feta Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beets Salad - $16.75: Mixed Greens, Feta, Caramelized Walnut, Orange Balsamic Dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yanni Spring Salad - $14: Seasonal Mixed Greens, Fresh Fruits, Feta, Virgin Olive Oil, Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Spreads
- Taramosolata - $11: Purée of Smoked Carp Roe, Served with House-Made Pita Bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Melitzanosalata - $11: Roasted Eggplant, Herb, Served with House-Made Pita Bread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tzatziki - $11: Greek Yogurt, Cucumber, Dill, Served with House-Made Pita Bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tirokafteri - $11: Red Pepper, Feta, Garlic, Served with House-Made Pita Bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spreads Tasting Platter - $32: Selection of all spreads served with House-Made Pita Bread Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Moussaka - $29.5: Lamb Ragout, Grilled Eggplant, Roasted Potato, Bechamel Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pastitsio - $27.75: Pasta, Ground Beef Ragout, Mushrooms, Bechamel Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seared Ahi Tuna - $30.5: Couscous, Spinach, Grilled Zucchini, Tomatoes, Eggplant, Olives Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Souvlaki - $29.5: Chicken Breast, Onion, Zucchini, Orzo Pilaf, Tzatziki, Olive Oil, Lemon Sauce Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lavraki - $39.5: Whole Mediterranean Bass, Braised Greens, Roasted Potatoes, Lemon Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pan-Seared Salmon - $35.5: Lentil Ragout, Oregano Pesto Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Day Boat Scallops - $35.5: Wild Mushrooms, Spinach, Risotto Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Double-Cut Porkchops - $39.5: Caramelized Fig Sauce Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Chops - $48: Mesquite, Rib Cut Lamb Chops, Braised Greens, Barba Potatoes, Lemon Vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Filet Souvlaki - $32: Beef Filet, Red Onion, Green and Red Bell Peppers, Orzo Pilaf, Tzatziki, Olive Oil, Lemon Sauce Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rib Eye Steak - $54.5: Grilled Asparagus, Manouri Cheese, Homemade Spinach Mashed Potatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner
- Braised Lamb Shank - $42: Orzo Pilaf, Myzithra, Lamb Jus Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Greek Lobster Linguine - $42: Tomatoes, Basil, Lobster Tail, Linguini, Shrimp Stock, Oregano, Freshly Squeezed Lemon Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetarian Risotto - $28: Asparagus, Spinach, Green Peas, Cherry Tomatoes, Spinach Broth Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chilean Seabass - $38: White Bass, Roasted Peppers, Cherry Tomatoes, Zucchini, Green Onion, Spinach, Potato, Garlic Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Athens Burger - $20: Lamb Patty, Tzatziki, Tomato, Red Onion, Greek Fries Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Barba Roasted Potatoes - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Braised Greens - $8 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Orzo Pilavi - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Greek Fries - $8 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Baklava - $12: Layered pastry dessert made of filo pastry, filled with chopped pistachios and sweetened with honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Red Wine Poached Pear - $14: Red wine and spices Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, Low-Cholesterol, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Galaktoboureko - $12: Phyllo sheets, melted butter, semolina custard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Yogurti - $11: Home made Greek yogurt with berries and organic honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
Beverages
- Hot Mulled Wine - $16 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Hot Apple Cider - $16 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Main St. Mocha Martini - $16 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Teas & Coffees - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Faire La Fete, Brut France - $14: Glass/Bottle Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Belle Glos, Rose '22 - $14: Glass/Bottle Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Cru, Chardonnay '21 - $16: Glass/Bottle Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Caymus, Cabernet Sauvignon '21 - $28: Glass/Bottle Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Barbayani Greek Taverna
- Is Barbayani Greek Taverna dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Barbayani Greek Taverna has 12 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Braised Greens, Orzo Pilavi and Lamb Chops.
- What can I eat at Barbayani Greek Taverna on a dairy-free diet?
- Braised Greens, Orzo Pilavi and Lamb Chops carry the dairy-free tag, out of 12 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Barbayani Greek Taverna have vegan options?
- Yes. 13 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Orzo Pilavi and Dolmathes.
- Is Barbayani Greek Taverna gluten-free?
- 8 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Barbayani Greek Taverna?
- Beets Salad, at roughly 61.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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