Our Story

From The Streets Of Athens To Carle Place

From hand-carved gyros and marinated chicken souvlaki to warm pita and creamy house-made tzatziki, every bite is packed with authentic flavor.

How It Started

Built On A Family's Kitchen Table

At Gyro Jimmy’s, we bring the authentic taste and heart of Greece to Carle Place, NY. Inspired by homemade family recipes and a love for Greek tradition, we serve fresh, flavorful food made with quality ingredients and no shortcuts.

"Greek food is part of who we are, we grew up with these flavors at our kitchen table, and we're proud to serve them to our community the same way: homemade, high-quality, and full of heart"

— Jimmy Stathakis, Founder

Every dish is freshly prepared with care, bringing the comforting flavors of Greece to every table.

Whether you’re stopping in for a quick lunch, picking up dinner, or sharing a meal with family and friends, Gyro Jimmy’s is your local taste of Greece.

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What We Stand For

No Shortcuts, Ever

Family Recipe

Every dish traces back to Jimmy's own family kitchen table in Greece.

Scratch-Made Daily

Tzatziki, pita, and sauces are made fresh in-house, every single day.

Community Rooted

A Carle Place local favorite, proudly serving the same neighborhood since 2021.

Options For Everyone

From hand-carved gyro meats to house-made vegan gyro, there's a plate for every guest.

Our Journey

How We Got Here

November 2021
Gyro Jimmy's Opens In Carle Place

Doors opened inside Plaza 200 Outlets on Voice Road, bringing hand-carved gyros and homemade Greek sides to Long Island for the first time.

Word Spreads
From Locals To Long Island Regulars

Word of mouth carried Gyro Jimmy's beyond Carle Place, with guests making the drive from across Long Island for a genuine taste of Greece.

Growing The Table
Catering Joins The Menu

As demand grew, Gyro Jimmy's launched full catering trays - bringing the same scratch-made food to offices, weddings, and family celebrations.

Today
A Neighborhood Favorite

Now a go-to spot for Long Islanders craving real Greek comfort food - still counter-service, still homemade, still true to Jimmy's family roots.