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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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.6/24/2019Excellent 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
CathyMississauga10/09/2019Our first time here because we had a voucher from our hotel for breakfast. Their food was great and their... read moreOur first time here because we had a voucher from our hotel for breakfast. Their food was great and their portion sizes were really big. Wow! We were surprised when they brought our food. Our waitress, Angela, was really nice and took good care of us. We plan to come back again while we are in town. read less
TimMarcy H.7/08/2019 -
Great 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
jswalnutcreek10/20/2019After 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.6/11/2019We love this place. We dined here twice for dinner during our four night stay. Fresh, delicious food and nice... read moreWe love this place. We dined here twice for dinner during our four night stay. Fresh, delicious food and nice portions. Great pita too and nice servers one night Penelope and another Arianna. We always will go to Yianni's when we are in OC. Jerry at the door is always great too...
We have seen him each time working long days during the last three seasons we visited. Love this place! read lessTracy S.8/27/2019 -
Great food We have been coming to Yanni's on Asbury for years, and we always love it. They always mark the start... read moreWe have been coming to Yanni's on Asbury for years, and we always love it. They always mark the start and end of our OC vacations.
So this year, (the year of COVID) we were so happy to hear they were open for takeout. The food was as delicious as ever. We ordered through their online order system. The food was ready on-time. When I went in to pay, I felt very safe. They require masks and had a glass between me and the cashier.
When we got back to our place, the food was hot and delicious. I got the lamb & beef gyro. The pita wrap was perfect. Not a drop of sogginess which says how lean their meat is. We can't wait to go back for more! read lessKen Klein7/05/2020Greek-Oriented with Lots of Healthy Choices We had dinner and breakfast at Yanni's We had heatlhy meals for reasonable prices, encountered friendly staff who efficiently managed... read moreWe had dinner and breakfast at Yanni's We had heatlhy meals for reasonable prices, encountered friendly staff who efficiently managed a large clientele. Excellent! read less
pennsylvaniab9/26/2019Awesome food Sevrice and food were good, Outside seating, Plenty of food--you won't need lunch after having breakfast here. Well worth it.
Sunshine7361488/08/2019 -
Service was great, food was amazing! I got the Texas BBQ burger and it was delicious. Although they are only... read moreService was great, food was amazing! I got the Texas BBQ burger and it was delicious. Although they are only open until 9pm, it is worth getting out of the house early for. I've been staying at OC every summer and this is by far one of the best places to eat. read less
Dario A.7/12/2019Simply 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 less542jerryz10/11/2019I stopped in the breakfast with a long, quiet read on my beach book. I got exactly what I was... read moreI stopped in the breakfast with a long, quiet read on my beach book. I got exactly what I was hoping for. At 7 am this place is empty enough that I don't feel guilty sitting and reading for an hour or two while I sip the good coffee and enjoy an omlett. The seating inside and out is great, I appreciate having air conditioning, and the staff are I nredibly friendly.
I went with the grab and Swiss, which was huge, and tasted great. The hash browns are incredible, with the sliced (not shredded) potatoes browned perfectly.
I saw a few people come in to pick up take-out orders as well.
I'll definitely be back. read lessTom L.7/29/2019 -
Perfect 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.4/21/2019This was a pleasant surprise. Clean and cute, service was A1, food was outrageously delicious and so unique.
Mary Ellen O.3/25/2019Love it here. Everyone can find something. The hummus plate to start is fabulous. It gets busy but worth the wait.
Joe B.2/09/2020 -
Yianni's is my FAVORITE place for breakfast anytime we are in OC! Well, tonight we tried it for dinner and... read moreYianni's is my FAVORITE place for breakfast anytime we are in OC! Well, tonight we tried it for dinner and OMFG!!!!!!! It exceeded all expectations! They brought grilled pita and homemade hummus to the table, and I hate hummus, but I LOVED theirs! It was delicious! My daughter (the pickiest eater alive) had the salmon, rice, and spinach and she couldn't stop eating! I had the Seafood Linguine in white and it was amazing! The seafood was fresh and on point! Our waitress Mary totally rocked! I can't wait to go back for breakfast tomorrow read less
Valerie S.8/29/2019Try the shore favorite! Everything is so fresh and delicious! The place is super spotless too.
Domenic L.12/15/2018This is the place to go. Hard working staff, and such an amazing variety of options for Breakfast, Lunch, and... read moreThis is the place to go. Hard working staff, and such an amazing variety of options for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner. Waitresses were so friendly, and the bus boy with blonde hair was such a delight. Lastly, the bagels are so good and great to take home for the kids! read less
Kevin C.10/01/2019