Dionysus is a family run Greek and Cypriot restaurant at 44 High Street in Southgate. Three generations have carried the business forward, bringing its long established West End heritage into a welcoming neighbourhood dining room in north London.
Traditional cooking shapes the menu, from dips and mezze to moussaka, kleftiko and other slow cooked dishes. Herbs, olive oil, lemon and warm spices provide the familiar Mediterranean foundation, with recipes intended to preserve the character of Greek and Cypriot home cooking.
Charcoal grilled meat and fish add smoky flavour and are well suited to a shared table with salads, potatoes and vegetable dishes. Vegetarian and vegan choices are available alongside the grills, allowing diners to build a varied meal from hot and cold plates.
The generous, communal style makes Dionysus a natural option for families, groups and celebrations. Its strength is the combination of personal hospitality and a broad traditional menu, offering both well known classics and an opportunity to explore several dishes together.
Address: 44 High Street, Southgate, London N14 6EB, England
Dionysus Menu
Soups
Soups are seasonal, please ask for availability. Small | Large
Avgolemoni
Traditional chicken and rice soup with egg and lemon.
Trahana
A traditional Cypriot dish with cracked wheat gently simmered and finished with halloumi, creating a rich, hearty and satisfying bowl.
Louvana
A traditional Cypriot vegan soup with lentils, carrots, celery, onions and fresh coriander. Light, nutritious and full of flavour.
Cold Starters
Small | Large
Tzatziki
Refreshing yoghurt dip with cucumber and garlic.
Taramasalata
Traditional fish roe dip, made with olive oil and lemon for a rich creamy taste.
Houmous
Smooth chickpea and tahini dip with a hint of garlic and lemon.
Tahini
A crushed sesame seed dip made with a touch of garlic & lemon.
Greek Yoghurt
Thick, creamy yoghurt, perfect on its own or as a side.
Potato Salad
Classic Cypriot-style potato salad with herbs and olive oil.
Beetroot Salad
Simple and earthy beetroot.
Crab Salad
Crisp Crab Sticks marinated in fresh lemon, garlic, parsley and a hint of onion.
Gigantes
Giant butter beans, slow cooked in a rich tomato and herb sauce.
Black Olives
Rich and tangy black olives, cured to perfection.
Green Tsakistes Olives
Traditional cracked green olives with garlic, olive oil and lemon.
Feta Cheese
Creamy and tangy feta, a Cypriot favourite.
Hot Starters
Yiayia Special
Fried chips with courgette, mushroom, egg, and fresh spring onion, just like Yiayia Maria makes
Calves Liver
A tender slice of Calves Liver lightly seared over charcoal offering a rich smoky taste.
Bastourma
Sliced, cured Cypriot beef sausage with aromatic spices.
Loukaniko
Grilled traditional Cypriot pork sausage, full of flavour.
Grilled Halloumi
Golden, grilled Cypriot cheese.
Grilled Vegetables
A medley of vegetables, cooked over hot charcoal.
Kalamari
Fresh squid lightly floured and perfectly fried to your liking.
Keftedes
Fried Cypriot meatballs made fresh in-house with traditional Cypriot herbs and spices.
Sheftalia
A Cypriot pork meatball made in-house with onion, parsley and Cypriot herbs. Gently grilled over charcoal for a simple fresh taste.
Hot Wings
Chicken wings marinated in our signature hot and spicy sauce, a Tottenham Court Road classic.
Lemon Wings
Chicken wings marinated in lemon and herbs, grilled for a zesty finish.
Portobello Mushrooms
Two grilled whole mushrooms, tender and smoky.
Grilled Octopus
Fresh and tenderised Octopus tentacle, grilled over the charcoal with olive oil and lemon.
Grilled Tiger Prawns (Wild)
Juicy and succulent grilled Tiger Prawns served on a bed of crisp lettuce with fresh lemon.
Charcoal Grill
All mains come with one choice of side from either chips, rice, bourkouri or salad. Skewered meats are also available as traditional Cypriot Kebabs. Small | Large
Chicken
Tender cubes of chicken marinated in yoghurt and grilled to perfection.
Pork
Cubes of pork cooked over hot charcoal.
Lamb
Cubes of tender lamb, chargrilled for bold, rich flavour.
Sheftalia
A Cypriot pork meatball made in-house with onion, parsley and Cypriot herbs. Gently grilled over charcoal for a simple fresh taste.
Mixed Skewer
Cooked over hot charcoal.
Mixed Chicken
A delicious pairing of Chicken Kebab and Sheftalia.
Mixed Pork
A delicious pairing of Pork Kebab and Sheftalia.
Mixed Lamb
A delicious pairing of Lamb Kebab and Sheftalia.
Cyprus Pork Chop
A generously sized, traditional Cypriot pork chop, grilled over charcoal to achieve a smoky, crispy edge while preserving its natural juiciness, it’s a hearty, flavourful classic that never disappoints.
Lamb Cutlets
Tender lamb cutlets, grilled over charcoal for maximum flavour.
Lemon Chicken Wings
Chicken wings marinated with zesty lemon and herbs.
Hot Spicy Chicken Wings
Chicken wings marinated in our signature hot and spicy sauce, a Tottenham Court Road classic.
Chicken Souvla
Generously marinated chicken thighs, slowly roasted on a rotary spit, turning over charcoal for hours, ensuring a perfectly golden smoky flavour.
Lamb Souvla
Tender marinated lamb slow cooked on a rotary spit over charcoal for a rich aromatic finish.
Calves Liver
Thinly sliced Calves Liver gently seared over charcoal, creating a smoky tender bite that marries tradition with a bold twist.
Sirloin Steak 10oz
A 10oz sirloin cut chargrilled over charcoal to bring out a perfect smoky depth. For a simple, yet indulgent classic.
Chef Specials
Special Kebab
Born at our original Tottenham Court Road branch of Dionysus This succulent slow cooked Kleftico, shredded and nestled in a warm Cypriot pitta topped with crispy salad. A third generation family tradition from the heart of London.
Keftedes with Chips
Fried Cypriot meatballs made fresh in-house with traditional Cypriot herbs and spices. Served with our signature hand cut chips.
Makaronia Tou Fournou
A classic Cypriot dish with layers of pasta, perfectly seasoned, with minced chicken, topped with a velvety béchamel sauce and baked until golden. Served with salad.
Moussaka
A classic Greek baked delight inspired by a treasured Corfu family recipe. Layers of tender potatoes, aubergines and freshly minced beef are enveloped in a creamy, golden béchamel, creating a rich, comforting harmony of flavours from the heart of Greece. Served with salad.
Kleftico
Lamb shank slow cooked in the oven with a fragrant blend of herbs and spices inspired by a traditional Cypriot chef’s recipe. It is topped with rich tomato and onions until it’s fall apart tender, bursting with history and flavour. Served with Cyprus roast potatoes.
Vegetarian & Vegan
Dishes above are seasonal, please ask for availability.
Louvi
A traditional Cypriot dish made with black-eyed beans, tender Cypriot courgettes, and vibrant chard, all sourced from Cyprus. Optional: Served with black olives, onion, and tuna for a true Cypriot experience. Served with raw onion, olives and tuna.
Fasoles Yahni
Slow-cooked butter beans in a rich tomato sauce, made with carrots, potatoes, and celery for a hearty and flavourful Mediterranean dish. Optional: Served with black olives, onion, and tuna for a true Cypriot experience. Served with raw onion, olives and tuna.
Grilled Vegetables
A medley of seasonal vegetables, cooked over hot charcoal for a rich, smoky flavour. Served with rice.
Sides
Tomato, Red Onion, Cypriot Oregano & Feta Salad
Small Village Salad
Large Village Salad
Chips
Rice
Bourkouri
Grilled Vegetables
Cyprus Roast Potatoes
Fish Dishes
Small | Large
Kalamari (Main)
Fresh squid lightly floured and perfectly fried to your liking. Served with either chips or salad.
Grilled Swordfish
Tender swordfish skewers, grilled to perfection. Served with either chips or salad.
Grilled Octopus (Main)
Fresh and tenderised Octopus tentacle, grilled over the charcoal with olive oil, fresh lemon. Served with either chips or salad.
Grilled Tiger Prawns (Main)
Juicy and succulent grilled Tiger Prawns with fresh lemon. Served with either chips or salad.
Kids
Makraonia
Boiled pasta topped with grated halloumi and Cypriot mint.
Makraonia Tou Fournou
A small serving of our homemade classic with salad.
Homemade Chicken Goujons
Served with chips or salad.
Mini Kebabs
Served in Cypriot pitta or as a meal with chips, rice, bourkouri or salad.
Chicken Lemon Wings
Served with chips, rice, bourkouri or salad.
Kalamari
Served with chips, rice, bourkouri or salad.
Desserts
Baklava
A delicious flaky dessert made with thin sheets of phyllo dough soaked in honey and layered with nuts
Katiafi
Golden crispy and amazingly moist, made with chopped nuts scented with clove and cinnamon
Galaktoboureko
A traditional Greek dessert made with semolina, custard and buttered phyllo pastry finished with syrup
Rice Pudding
Some say this is the best rice pudding they have ever tasted, made here on site. This sweet and thick rice pudding is a comforting treat
Yoghurt & Walnuts
Greek Yoghurt and Walnuts topped with honey
Ice Creams (1 scoop)
Vanilla Ice Cream
Chocolate Ice Cream
Pistachio Ice Cream
Sea Salt Caramel Ice Cream
Strawberry Sorbet
Lemon Sorbet
Triandafilo Sorbet
Mastic Sorbet
Dessert Drinks
Americano
Latte
Cappuccino
Flat White
Mocha
Single Espresso
Double Espresso
Single Macchiato
Dessert Wine
Dessert Wine
Commandaria
Harveys
Port
Spirits & Liquors
25ml | 50ml | 200ml | 700ml