Periyali Introduces Brand New Event Space in Chelsea
Periyali’s new event evokes the stark white, light and airy aesthetic of Greece like their dining area downstairs. But what you get is a private area with a higher view to host an engagement party, 50th anniversary, graduation or birthday party, the options are endless. They also can set up a bar for guests to grab their own beverages if you want it to be more of a cocktail party and not a strictly a sit down dinner.
While we’ve shared our dinner experience at Periyali following the iconic restaurant’s renovation, Periyali’s event space is that new new. The stunning space evokes the stark white, light and airy aesthetic of Greece like their dining area downstairs. But what you also get is a private area with a higher view to host an engagement party, 50th anniversary, graduation or birthday party, the options are endless. They can also set up a bar for guests to grab their own beverages if you want it to be more of a cocktail party and less of a sit down dinner.
While we were there, we also got to taste some passed food like Periyali’s traditional Taramosalata, Melitzanosalata, and Tzatziki dips with homemade pita, crispy Spinach and Cheese Phyllo Pie with Zucchini Fritters, Grilled Tiger Shrimp and more. The cuisine is the same as the restaurant, so you know you’re getting the same quality.
For more information on booking your own party, please visit https://www.periyali.com/events or email periyalievents@gmail.com.
-Photos courtesy of Periyali
Travel to Greece with Periyali
Periyali, has provided an authentic Greek experience to the Chelsea neighborhood since 1987 (36 years!) and even initially introduced the cuisine and Greek wine to the city. The restaurant recently took a brief pause to get a facelift and the interior reminds you of the neighborhoods in Santorini with bright white walls and windows, complete with a skylight and new artwork from Greece.
For those of you who are not familiar with Periyali, the restaurant has provided an authentic Greek experience to the Chelsea neighborhood since 1987 (36 years!) and even initially introduced the cuisine and Greek wine to the city. The concept was a response to the demand for a classic Greek restaurant from regulars at Periyali’s sister restaurant Il Cantinori. The name references a romantic Greek word for coastline or seashore, because that is where most of the food originated from.
The restaurant recently took a brief pause to get a facelift. The interior reminds you of the neighborhoods in Santorini with bright white walls and windows, complete with a skylight and new artwork from Greece. Close your eyes and the food transports you just as easily and so does the staff. You will not find a more attentive dining service than at Periyali. Mack was our server for the evening and he remembers the last time you were in the restaurant, where you sat and what you ate!
We started our meal with Mack’s recommendation for white wine, the Mezzo platter with Taramosalata, Melitzanosalata Pikilia. Hummus and Tzatziki. The spreads were super fresh and were served with soft pita bread. We wanted to put these on everything!
You also must get the Oktapodi Sharas, the grilled octopus. There was a perfect char on it and it was a large portion. For entrees, you can’t go wrong with choosing a fish and lamb dish, which is well known in Greek culture and also a must order at the restaurant. Everything is fresh and again, portions are hearty. Lastly, you need to end on a sweet note. The restaurant shows you a visual of all of the homemade Greek desserts you can order, but you can’t go wrong with the walnut cake, which is a traditional Greek dessert. It’s served with a side of ice cream and the perfect way to end the meal.
Periyali is really perfect for any occasion; you can bring family, a date, business dinner, or meet your friends here and it will be a great experience for all. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner 7 days a week and on weekdays offers a prix fixe menu for $39 during lunch that includes an appetizer and entree. Its sister restaurants In addition to il Cantinori include Amali, Bar Six, and The Bar Room.
For more information on the restaurant and reservations, please visit periyali.com.
-Photos courtesy of Liz Clayman and Stephanie Carino