What should I order at Kalamia?
Kalamia
Gyros
Mentioned repeatedly as the best gyros in Drama and Northern Greece, praised for great taste, large portions, and excellent quality meat. Many reviews highlight it as the top choice for Greek street food at Kalamia.
Souzoukaki boat
Frequently recommended for its delicious taste, generous portion size, and good value. It is noted as a cheaper but still excellent option compared to other sandwiches.
Pita
Highly praised for being super tasty, not oily, and having good quantity. The pita with gyros meat, vegetables, and tzatziki is noted as particularly flavorful and a favorite among customers.
Cheeseburger
Mentioned once as delicious, well cooked, and enormous in portion size, making it a satisfying choice for fast food lovers.
Throat (recommended by staff)
Recommended by the staff and described as amazingly tender and tasty, providing a unique and memorable experience for adventurous eaters.
Hours
| Monday | 10:30 AM to 1 AM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:30 AM to 1 AM |
| Wednesday | 10:30 AM to 1 AM |
| Thursday | 10:30 AM to 1 AM |
| Friday | 10:30 AM to 1 AM |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM to 1 AM |
| Sunday | 10:30 AM to 1 AM |
About Kalamia
Kalamia is a sandwich shop, fast food restaurant, gyro restaurant, and kebab shop in Drama, Greece. Reviewers consistently praise the gyros, soutzoukaki, souvlaki, pita, and kebab, along with generous portions and fast, friendly service. The place is described as clean, casual, and cozy, with dine-in, takeout, delivery, and outdoor seating available. It is popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining, and reviewers note that it is usually worth the wait.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Seating
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually difficult to find a space
Frequently asked questions
What is Kalamia known for?
Kalamia is best known for its gyros and soutzoukaki, with reviewers repeatedly calling the gyros the best in town and the soutzoukakia a specialty. People also mention the freshly made bread, big portions, and the centre-of-Drama location as reasons it stands out.
What dishes are most recommended at Kalamia?
Reviewers most often recommend the gyros, soutzoukaki, souvlaki, pita, and kebab, and some specifically mention the souzoukaki boat, plain burger, cheeseburger, and skepasti. The common theme is that the food is flavorful, well cooked, and served in very large portions.
What is the atmosphere like at Kalamia?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and clean, with some reviews noting a welcoming indoor space that feels quiet and comfortable, plus outdoor seating away from traffic. It seems to work well for groups, families, tourists, and solo diners looking for a quick meal in Drama.
Is Kalamia good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, it is generally seen as good value, with prices listed at €5–10 and some items like the souzoukaki boat at €3.80 and the plain burger at €3.90. Reviewers say the portions are enormous and the price is fair for the size, even though some sandwiches around €5.20 are considered a bit expensive by Greek standards.
When is the best time to visit Kalamia?
It is a good choice late at night, since reviewers mention that it stays open late and is popular after leaving the bar. The place is also known for usually having a wait, so going earlier or planning for a short delay can help.
Is parking available at Kalamia?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually difficult to find a space is available.
Is Kalamia kid-friendly?
Yes, Kalamia is good for kids.
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