Gourmet Greek Grab-and-Go Eatery Opens In Princeton

PRINCETON, NJ — A new authentic Greek grab-and-go restaurant, Small Bites, officially opened in Princeton on Saturday. This is the second business opened and owned by Tony Kanterakis, who also owns Local Greek in town.

A ribbon cutting was held at Small Bites at 20 Nassau St. with Princeton Mayor Liz Lempert, restaurant owners, and members of the local town council.

"It was a really nice turnout," stated Kanterakis. "From people walking by, to family, friends, council people, and our reoccurring customers — we got a ton of support."

Catering to patrons on the go, Small Bites serves authentic Greek cuisine as the head chef comes straight from Greece. Its menu mimics Local Greek's dishes but in quick meals to be taken on the go.

Small Bites specializes in sweet and savory homemade pastry items like Baklava or Meat Kourou (Greek style empanadas). Customers can also "pick their stick" in order to customize a Greek kabab. Also offering sweets Small Bites has Greek-style donuts, Loukoumades, and ice cream.

The Greek donut is a sweet and dense bread smothered in sesame seeds. Other offerings include the Greek-style sandwich with eggs and Greek sausage or a prepackaged Pastitsio (Greek lasagna).

The homemade style pastries and desserts are made fresh daily in the restaurant’s bakery. Small Bites also carries imported goods including Greek chocolates, tea, and snacks.

"We're going for a modern twist on Local Greek," said Kanterakis. "Local Greek is more traditional, sit-down. Small Bites is quick, casual, has a modern feel, and just really quality food for a good price."

The restaurant is currently hiring line cooks, waitstaff and bakery counter attendants. Those interested in employment can apply at Smallbitesbylocalgreek.com/employment.

For more information or to view the entire menu visit smallbitesbylocalgreek.com.

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