Souvlaki Greek Skewers – Greek
The air at Souvlaki Greek Skewers is thick with the irresistible scent of charred oregano and lemon-marinated meats sizzling over an open flame, evoking the vibrant energy of a sun-drenched Athenian street corner. Tender cuts of lamb, pork, and savory loukaniko sausage are tucked into warm, pillowy pitas or served as generous plates, each bite bursting with the smoky, zesty flavors of authentic Mediterranean tradition. This lively neighborhood spot invites guests to slow down and savor the simple artistry of the grill, where every succulent skewer and hand-carved gyro celebrates the heart of Greek hospitality.
577, West Alma Avenue, San Jose, CA, 95125 +14082891452 https://souvlakiskewers.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, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Souvlaki Greek Skewers
Dairy-Free at Souvlaki Greek Skewers
Souvlaki Greek Skewers in San Jose has 9 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Dolmades yalantzi, Beef skewer and Hummus. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Souvlaki Greek Skewers
Souvlaki Greek Skewers in San Jose has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Beef skewer, Chicken skewer and Pork skewer. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Souvlaki Greek Skewers
Souvlaki Greek Skewers in San Jose has 18 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tzatziki, Tyropita and Dolmades yalantzi. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Souvlaki Greek Skewers
Souvlaki Greek Skewers in San Jose has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Green salad and Souvlaki Special. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Souvlaki Greek Skewers
Souvlaki Greek Skewers in San Jose has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tzatziki and Beef skewer. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Souvlaki Greek Skewers
Souvlaki Greek Skewers in San Jose has 4 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tzatziki, Lamb skewer and Beef skewer. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Souvlaki Greek Skewers
Souvlaki Greek Skewers in San Jose has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Beef skewer. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Souvlaki Greek Skewers
Souvlaki Greek Skewers in San Jose has 6 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Dolmades yalantzi, Hummus and Zucchini 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 Souvlaki Greek Skewers
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Souvlaki Special | 62 g | 68.4 g |
| Souvlaki 3 Piece Plate | 22.9 g | 62.9 g |
| The Authentic Chicken Souvlaki | 155 g | 49 g |
| Gyro Salad | 18.4 g | 44.9 g |
| The Authentic Lamb Souvlaki | 18.8 g | 32.4 g |
| The Authentic Beef Souvlaki | 69.6 g | 31.8 g |
| The Vegetarian Souvlaki | 40.4 g | 31.6 g |
| Pork skewer | 24 g | 30.6 g |
| The Falafel Souvlaki | 28.4 g | 29.7 g |
| The Souvlaki Plate | 2.4 g | 29.2 g |
| The Authentic Loukaniko Souvlaki | 69.3 g | 28.9 g |
| The Authentic Pork Souvlaki | 65.3 g | 27.5 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Menu
Souvlaki Signature Dishes
- The Souvlaki Plate - $22: Three skewers of either pork, bifteki, chicken or gyro served on pita accompanied by tomatoes, onions and tzatziki sauce with fries Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Souvlaki Lamb or Beef Plate - $24: Two skewers of lamb served on a pita accompanied by tomatoes, onions and tzatziki sauce with fries Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Souvlaki Pita Sandwiches
- Gyros Souvlaki - $11: Seasoned mixture of lamb and beef gyro, tomatoes, onions, fries, tzatziki, handmade pita Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Gyros Souvlaki - $11: Seasoned pork gyro, tomatoes, onions, fries, tzatziki, handmade pita Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Gyro - $11: Gyro chicken, tomatoes, red onions, shredded lettuce, fries, tzatziki, pita Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Authentic Pork Souvlaki - $11: Flame-grilled seasoned pork, tomatoes, onions, fries, tzatziki, handmade pita Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Authentic Beef Souvlaki - $12: Flame-grilled seasoned beef, tomatoes, onions, fries, tzatziki, handmade pita Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Authentic Loukaniko Souvlaki - $11: Flame-grilled seasoned pork sausage, tomatoes, onions, fries, tzatziki, handmade pita Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Authentic Chicken Souvlaki - $11: Flame-grilled marinated free-range chicken, tomatoes, shredded lettuce, fries, house mustard sauce, pita Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Authentic Lamb Souvlaki - $14: Flame-grilled marinated lamb, tomatoes, onions, tzatziki, handmade pita Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Bifteki Souvlaki - $11: Flame-broiled Greek burger, red onions, tomatoes, tzatziki sauce, handmade pita Dietary tags: Mediterranean, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Falafel Souvlaki - $9.5: Falafel balls, tomatoes, lettuce, onions, cucumbers, tzatziki sauce, handmade pita Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Vegetarian Souvlaki - $11: Grilled mushrooms, red and green bell peppers, zucchini, tomatoes, lettuce, red onions, feta, tzatziki sauce, handmade pita Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Calamari Souvlaki - $12.5: Deep fried calamari, tomatoes, lettuce, onions, cucumbers, house sauce, handmade pita Available at: dinner, lunch
Souvlaki Skewers
- Pork skewer - $6 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken skewer - $6 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef skewer - $6.95 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb skewer - $9.99 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bifteki patty - $6 Available at: dinner, lunch
Plates
- Souvlaki 3 Piece Plate - $22: Choice of pork, chicken, bifteki or gyro served with pita, tomatoes, red onions, fries and tzatziki Available at: dinner, lunch
- Souvlaki Plate (Lamb or Beef) - $24: Two lamb or beef skewers served with a pita, tomatoes, red onions, fries and tzatziki Available at: dinner, lunch
- Souvlaki Special - $16.5: Choice of pork, chicken, bifteki, gyro or veggie, served with rice, green salad, and a pita Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Greek Specialties
- Mousaka - $18: Layers of eggplant, ground beef and potatoes, topped with a cheese-béchamel sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pastitsio - $16: Layered pasta and ground beef topped with a cheese-béchamel sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dolmades - $12: Grape leaves stuffed with Greek-seasoned ground beef and topped with egg-lemon sauce Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dolmades yalantzi - $7.99: Grape leaves stuffed with Greek-seasoned rice and topped with olive oil and lemon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups & Salads
- Horiatiki (Traditional Greek Salad) - $10: Roma tomatoes, green peppers, cucumbers, red onion, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, Greek herbs, olive oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Green salad - $10: Hearts of Romaine, Roma Tomatoes, green peppers, cucumbers, red onion, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, house dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gyro Salad - $13.5: Hearts of romaine, Roma tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, Kalamata olives, feta, house dressing, choice of gyro meat, pork, chicken, or lamb/beef Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Greek Lemon Soup - $5.99: Free-range chicken and orzo pasta in egg-lemon broth Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fakies (Lentils) Soup - $4.99: Lentils, onions, garlic, bay leaves, olive oil, and red wine vinegar Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Side Orders
- Greek Fries - $5.5: Hand-cut Kennebec potatoes with Greek seasoning Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Feta fries - $6.5: Hand-cut Kennebec potatoes with Greek herbs and feta Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Greek Feta - $6.5: Feta cheese, roasted hot red peppers, garlic and spices; served with two pites Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tzatziki - $6.5: Greek cucumber yogurt sauce, served with two pites Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hummus - $6.5: Chickpeas and home blend of spices, served with two pites Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari - $14: Lightly breaded with Greek herbs and lemon juice Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spanakopita - $8: Spinach, feta cheese, Greek herbs and spices in phyllo pastry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tyropita - $8: Phyllo pastry with cheese-egg filling Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Loukaniko - $6: Pork sausage with pita Available at: dinner, lunch
- Appetizer special - $12: Hummus, tzatziki, melitzanosalata, and spicy feta; served with two pites Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rice - $3.5: Sautéed rice pilaf Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Zucchini fries - $6: Hand sliced and deep fried zucchini Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Falafel balls - $6: Mediterranean bean patties with herbs and spices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Baklava - $2.99: Phyllo with walnuts, cinnamon, cloves and syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Fountain drinks - $3 Dietary tags: Halal, Low-Sodium, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Bottled drinks - $3 Dietary tags: Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Bottled water - $2
- Iced Tea - $3
Frequently Asked Questions about Souvlaki Greek Skewers
- Is Souvlaki Greek Skewers dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Souvlaki Greek Skewers has 9 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Dolmades yalantzi, Beef skewer and Hummus.
- What can I eat at Souvlaki Greek Skewers on a dairy-free diet?
- Dolmades yalantzi, Beef skewer and Hummus carry the dairy-free tag, out of 9 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Souvlaki Greek Skewers have vegan options?
- Yes. 6 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Dolmades yalantzi and Hummus.
- Is Souvlaki Greek Skewers gluten-free?
- 3 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 Souvlaki Greek Skewers?
- Souvlaki Special, at roughly 68.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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