We recently stumbled upon the Marathon while visiting the art gallery next door. To our embarrassment, we had driven past it for over a year, assuming it was closed due to its dimly lit interior and lack of visible parking. As lovers of Greek and Mediterranean cuisine, we excitedly ventured in to give it a try.
To our delight, we discovered a hidden gem that we had been missing out on for far too long! The restaurant offers an extensive menu, ranging from traditional Greek dishes like chicken kabobs and gyros to more familiar options like burgers, salads, and pizza. The homemade Greek salad dressing, perfectly cooked chicken, and delectable gyros were accompanied by mouthwatering pita bread, heated and coated with a special something that truly sets it apart.
Looks like Marathon has a full bar and a warm, inviting atmosphere with charming wood paneling, street-level windows, and an abundance of plants reminiscent of cozy local restaurants in Alaska and Canada. The clean, comfortable environment is further enhanced by the exceptionally welcoming staff who contribute to the overall positive energy of the place.
Not only is the food exceptional, but the prices are also incredibly reasonable. With fountain drinks under $2 featuring the highly sought-after crushed ice, it's a refreshing change from the overpriced and under-flavored options found at other establishments. The French fries, served hot and crispy with just the right amount of salt, are the best in town. Pair them with a sweet and affordable Baklava for a truly satisfying snack.
Our entire family has fallen in love with Marathon, making it our new go-to spot for delicious food and great company. With prices skyrocketing everywhere else, Marathon's prices remain reasonable, while their food is always served promptly and with great care. FIFTY STARS!
Josh B
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February 27, 2024
Stopped here for lunch and had a basic gyro platter and their "four seasons special". The food was good, but honestly I've had better gyro platters than this. It would've been nice if the styrofoam dining ware they used was a flat plate instead of a partitioned one. I'd like to actually be able to mix my fries into the platter. The interior is also horribly outdated, but it has a unique feel if you're into that, I guess. The food was decent. I left feeling full and I felt that I paid a fair price, but don't expect anything mind-blowing.
Anjuli Naraine
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May 21, 2024
I’ve been going to Marathon for years and everything I’ve ordered has been excellent. The Ramano is my absolute favorite, but the gyros, steak & cheese, potato salad, fries, and tzatziki are also great. This isn’t traditional Greek but the food is delicious. Will be back.
Michael Nelms
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February 16, 2023
The food was pretty good, I got the reuben and it was nothing special. However the falafels I decided to order after the fact were amazing. They have a nice little room to eat in which is decorated well. The owner (or what I assume to be the owner) had an arrogant attitude and didn't have the best customer service as I witnessed myself and watched how he talked to some of the other customers.
Jay V
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June 04, 2024
This was $5.35 ..... Just let that sink in. I used to go here biweekly for the Gyro platter, mostly because the potato salad was amazing. But there's a reason you've never once seen more than two or three people in there when you drive by or stop in. Between the owner being one of the rudest people you'll ever meet and the insane price increases (used to be $10 for about 4-5x the amount I got shown in my photo), there's no reason to go here. The only reason I gave service a 3 and not a 1 is because the workers themselves are nice. Do yourself and your wallet a favor, go to one of the many other Greek restaurants in town. The one on Greenville Blvd is fantastic. While they may not have the potato salad (which is arguably the best potato salad I've ever had) it's simply not enough to justify the subpar everything else and rudeness of the owner.
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We recently stumbled upon the Marathon while visiting the art gallery next door. To our embarrassment, we had driven past it for over a year, assuming it was closed due to its dimly lit interior and lack of visible parking. As lovers of Greek and Mediterranean cuisine, we excitedly ventured in to give it a try. To our delight, we discovered a hidden gem that we had been missing out on for far too long! The restaurant offers an extensive menu, ranging from traditional Greek dishes like chicken kabobs and gyros to more familiar options like burgers, salads, and pizza. The homemade Greek salad dressing, perfectly cooked chicken, and delectable gyros were accompanied by mouthwatering pita bread, heated and coated with a special something that truly sets it apart. Looks like Marathon has a full bar and a warm, inviting atmosphere with charming wood paneling, street-level windows, and an abundance of plants reminiscent of cozy local restaurants in Alaska and Canada. The clean, comfortable environment is further enhanced by the exceptionally welcoming staff who contribute to the overall positive energy of the place. Not only is the food exceptional, but the prices are also incredibly reasonable. With fountain drinks under $2 featuring the highly sought-after crushed ice, it's a refreshing change from the overpriced and under-flavored options found at other establishments. The French fries, served hot and crispy with just the right amount of salt, are the best in town. Pair them with a sweet and affordable Baklava for a truly satisfying snack. Our entire family has fallen in love with Marathon, making it our new go-to spot for delicious food and great company. With prices skyrocketing everywhere else, Marathon's prices remain reasonable, while their food is always served promptly and with great care. FIFTY STARS!
Stopped here for lunch and had a basic gyro platter and their "four seasons special". The food was good, but honestly I've had better gyro platters than this. It would've been nice if the styrofoam dining ware they used was a flat plate instead of a partitioned one. I'd like to actually be able to mix my fries into the platter. The interior is also horribly outdated, but it has a unique feel if you're into that, I guess. The food was decent. I left feeling full and I felt that I paid a fair price, but don't expect anything mind-blowing.
I’ve been going to Marathon for years and everything I’ve ordered has been excellent. The Ramano is my absolute favorite, but the gyros, steak & cheese, potato salad, fries, and tzatziki are also great. This isn’t traditional Greek but the food is delicious. Will be back.
The food was pretty good, I got the reuben and it was nothing special. However the falafels I decided to order after the fact were amazing. They have a nice little room to eat in which is decorated well. The owner (or what I assume to be the owner) had an arrogant attitude and didn't have the best customer service as I witnessed myself and watched how he talked to some of the other customers.
This was $5.35 ..... Just let that sink in. I used to go here biweekly for the Gyro platter, mostly because the potato salad was amazing. But there's a reason you've never once seen more than two or three people in there when you drive by or stop in. Between the owner being one of the rudest people you'll ever meet and the insane price increases (used to be $10 for about 4-5x the amount I got shown in my photo), there's no reason to go here. The only reason I gave service a 3 and not a 1 is because the workers themselves are nice. Do yourself and your wallet a favor, go to one of the many other Greek restaurants in town. The one on Greenville Blvd is fantastic. While they may not have the potato salad (which is arguably the best potato salad I've ever had) it's simply not enough to justify the subpar everything else and rudeness of the owner.