ABOUT US
Yianni's Cafe is a family-owned restaurant open year-round for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Crete, the birthplace of Yianni is Greece's Largest Island and universally known for it's exceptional cuisine and healthy lifestyle.

TESTIMONIALS
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Yianni's (pronounces yawn-knees) is my favorite place in Ocean city NJ. I love everything from the friendly and polite staff,... read moreYianni's (pronounces yawn-knees) is my favorite place in Ocean city NJ. I love everything from the friendly and polite staff, the incredible food,the cleanliness down to the decorations! They serve incredibly delicious and generous food portions. I usually order egg whites bacon and home fries for breakfast and and iced sweet tea. Ive had the beef gyro platter (with fries) and I've had a chicken Cesar salad for lunch many times. Every time I get my food I enjoy it hot and fresh. I have never complained once about a thing. I appreciate the design of the restaurant it makes a very inviting comfortable place to gather and eat. During the holidays they get festive and decorate accordingly. It makes it a fun environment to be in. There is a yiannis cafe location at the ocean city aquatic and fitness center too....where I always order a banana almond milk with peanut butter shake after my workout or a chicken Cesar salad and even here they keep things orderly and fresh. The cooking oil they use is light and delicious you can purchase a bottle or gift it it's a gear Xmas present for people who love to cook and eat clean! Yiannis is a 10/10!!! read less
Shaylee W.12/08/2019Simply Fantastic Came on a Thursday evening early October and it was very busy. After an amazing meal I understood why. The
Chicken... read moreCame on a Thursday evening early October and it was very busy. After an amazing meal I understood why. The
Chicken Souvlaki Platter (2 Skewers)
Served w/ greek salad, rice pilaf, grilled pita bread & tzatziki was super amazing. The chicken was very tender and flavorful. One bite into the greek salad and a burst of freshness and crunch entered my mouth. This place is a Wow! I'll be back for sure. read less542jerryz10/11/2019Been here quite a few times already. The place is often pretty crowded which sucks for getting a table right... read moreBeen here quite a few times already. The place is often pretty crowded which sucks for getting a table right away but the food is excellent Greek food! You have to come here if you're in Ocean City. The hummus and pita bread are great as is all the Greek sandwiches and fries. The salads are great with olives, cheese and olive oil. read less
Hersh P.6/05/2019 -
I ordered the steak and shrimp with roasted veggies and mashed potatoes for takeout. It was soooo good!! Steak was... read moreI ordered the steak and shrimp with roasted veggies and mashed potatoes for takeout. It was soooo good!! Steak was cooked medium rare perfectly, the mashed potatoes were flavorful, veggies were delicious, and shrimp were also fresh and yummy. Couldn't ask for more. The dish was perfect. And definitely a large amount of food, too. I saved half for lunch tomorrow! Still thinking about those mashed potatoes! Good ones are hard to come by.
I've also had a similar dish here with the lamb chops with sauteed spinach, mashed potatoes, and veggies. Also very good. The only thing I didn't like here was the hummus. It tasted like it was missing something and it wasn't very creamy. I will forgive them because everything else was so good.
My boyfriend got the California wrap and it looked incredible. He said he really enjoyed it. He opted for the Greek salad for a couple bucks more and they gave him such a large portion! We were both very happy. Looking forward to eating here again soon! read lessJackie K.9/16/2019Awesome food Sevrice and food were good, Outside seating, Plenty of food--you won't need lunch after having breakfast here. Well worth it.
Sunshine7361488/08/2019After 3 straight days over MDW of junky snacks, buttery seafood, sweets and fried foods, we were all craving a... read moreAfter 3 straight days over MDW of junky snacks, buttery seafood, sweets and fried foods, we were all craving a good salad and protein. Looked up restaurants in the neighborhood and this came up as a pretty solid staple, so we figured we'd check it out Memorial Day for dinner before returning home. What a great meal to end the long weekend.
I was the only one kicking myself for not ordering what the other 3 got, which was the grilled shrimp kebabs over rice and a side of Greek salad. I took a bite of my BF's shrimp and it was AMAZING. Huge pieces, perfectly seasoned, cooked and paired so well with the fluffy and flavorful rice.
I opted for the Greek burger with tzatziki and it was fantastic. A little messy as the bun was very buttered, but the flavors were wonderful. I got a Greek salad on the side, as well, instead of fries, and it was a nice reprieve, plus chock full of feta and delicious house dressing.
Prior to the meal, they brought out warm pita and homemade hummus. Everything was great from start to finish, including our friendly server. Very affordable. Would 100% return if I'm in the area. read lessAndrea F.6/11/2019 -
Excellent Went there for breakfast. Service and food great. Wanted to go back for dinner but they were closing early as... read moreWent there for breakfast. Service and food great. Wanted to go back for dinner but they were closing early as our stay in Ocean Ocean during off season period. read less
CathyMississauga10/09/2019Great gyro Went for lunch and had a great gyro, and maybe the best French fries in the city. Very friendly service... read moreWent for lunch and had a great gyro, and maybe the best French fries in the city. Very friendly service and great prices. Can’t be beat read less
jswalnutcreek10/20/2019Yiannis is hands-down my favorite café to eat in or take out. It's always quality, consistent, and super fresh. My... read moreYiannis is hands-down my favorite café to eat in or take out. It's always quality, consistent, and super fresh. My favorites are the Cobb salad and a Waldorf chicken salad wrap. They also have a Texas toast burger that is to die for. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu read less
Keahi R.1/02/2020 -
Varied Menu ! Great menu and service! Plan your shopping trips to include Yanni's for lunch. Portions are just enough and healthy options... read moreGreat menu and service! Plan your shopping trips to include Yanni's for lunch. Portions are just enough and healthy options are available. read less
sadiver20183/06/2020I decided to eat here while on vacation after seeing a line form outside the restaurant every night. I choose... read moreI decided to eat here while on vacation after seeing a line form outside the restaurant every night. I choose the Greek salad. The crumbled feta and the vinaigrette were so fresh and good. It was a decent size salad for dinner & I couldn't even finish it. This restaurant is a great place if you are a vegetarian or are dining with someone who is. Staff and service were great. I highly recommend this restaurant if you are in the area. read less
Rachael A.9/30/2018Excellent food, fast service, warm atmosphere, and great prices! This is definitely our new go-to spot in Ocean City
Gina-Marie I.4/13/2019 -
Great place for lunch. Outside seating and great service. Had a Reuben quesadillas chicken sandwich and eggs Benedict. Everything... read moreGreat place for lunch. Outside seating and great service. Had a Reuben quesadillas chicken sandwich and eggs Benedict. Everything was great read less
Rich B.6/24/2019This was a pleasant surprise. Clean and cute, service was A1, food was outrageously delicious and so unique.
Mary Ellen O.3/25/2019Superior! Best greek food in NJ hands down! Everything is fresh and everyone is friendly! We were accommodated for our... read moreSuperior! Best greek food in NJ hands down! Everything is fresh and everyone is friendly! We were accommodated for our larger group of six. There was a huge variety of options which made it easy to decide our meals. A kind waitress came and took our orders. We were immediately handed our drinks and 2 bowls of fresh, hot pitta and homemade hummus. We ordered 3 dips with pita- eggplant, hummus, and tzieke, all were tasty. My son got calamari and flounder. He liked them both. I took my parents and the both loved their salads. My husband got moussaka and said it was excellent! I got a California chicken wrap, all I can say is great! We were happy and satisfied with our experience and will definitely be coming back! P.S. the host Jerry is great! read less
Charlotte S.8/20/2019 -
Great spot for ham/egg/cheese bagels. On a busy day just phone that order in, cruise by on your bicycle, and... read moreGreat spot for ham/egg/cheese bagels. On a busy day just phone that order in, cruise by on your bicycle, and pick up that delicious breakfast sandwich to go. Bagels always on point. The hardest part is not tearing into that baby on the ride home. Patience is a virtue and so forth. read less
Janice M.9/26/2019Perfect spur of the moment lunch on Easter Sunday. Arrived a little after 1pm. About a 15 minute wait. We... read morePerfect spur of the moment lunch on Easter Sunday. Arrived a little after 1pm. About a 15 minute wait. We started out with the hummus dip for a starter. The group was made of four people a little kid. Diner 1 had the chicken salad sandwich, said it was great. Diner 2 had the BLT, lots of bacon & very ripe tomatoes. Diner 3 had the chicken Cesar salad just the right amount of dressing. Diner 4, myself had the cheeseburger, it was delicious. The two out of four meals came with fries, but that was plenty for the whole table. The little kid ate off all the plates!! Decor was nice! The service was great as well. Will definitely go back, I wish they had falafel on the menu, maybe they did and I missed it. read less
Brian Steph B.4/21/2019Love this place! Everyone is friendly and food is consistently good! My bf and I go here regularly. Wish they... read moreLove this place! Everyone is friendly and food is consistently good! My bf and I go here regularly. Wish they had more outdoor seating though read less
Danielle S.5/30/2019