Esquire Souvlaki Steak and Grill

What is Esquire Souvlaki Steak and Grill? Taking over 566 Queen Street West near Bathurst, this downtown expansion brings Scarborough’s veteran diner institution into the core. Founded in 1981, the multi-generational family operation translates its classic open-grate grill setup and straightforward fast-casual atmosphere to a bustling downtown strip. Seating is casual and unpretentious with bright diner-style tables designed for rapid midday bites and high-volume late-night crowds.

Esquire Souvlaki Steak and Grill Menu & What to Order Generous portions and time-tested Greek diner standards form the core of the kitchen's output. The pork souvlaki dinner is hand-skewered and flame-grilled to keep it tender, while the thick-sliced gyro dinner is crisped on the grill and loaded alongside lemon-roasted potatoes, seasoned rice, and a feta-heavy Greek salad. Handheld staples like the steak on a kaiser and chicken souvlaki on warm pita pair naturally with an imported Greek Ivi orange soda. Falafel wraps and vegetarian pitas are available for plant-based diners, but marinated meats straight off the open flame remain the undisputed stars.

Know Before You Go Seating operates strictly on a first-come, first-served basis with counter ordering and zero reservations. The spot shines as a dedicated midnight haven for weekend revellers, keeping the grills firing until 4:00 a.m. on Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Queen West is scarce, so taking the 501 Queen or 511 Bathurst streetcars right to the intersection is your easiest transit route.