MEZŌ Mediterranean celebrates National Gyro Day (Sept. 1)
Posted by estiator at 28 August, at 13 : 02 PM Print
MEZŌ Mediterranean (551 High Street, Dedham, MA) is celebrating National Gyro Day on Tuesday, September 1st with a limited-time gyro offer. Purchase two gyros online or in-store and enjoy a FREE dessert.
Gyro Handhelds include: Chicken Gyro ($16.50) featuring handstacked chicken off the spit in pita with tzatziki, tomato, onion, french fries & paprika, Lamb & Beef Gyro ($16.50) featuring Lamb & Beef slices in pita with tzatziki, tomato, onion, french fries & paprika; Falafel Pita ($16, vegetarian) featuring Fried Falafel Balls in pita with lettuce, tomato, onion & choice of tahini, hummus or tzatziki; or Veggie Pita ($14.50, vegan + vegetarian) featuring baked peppers & zucchini, lettuce, tomatoes, onions & choice of hummus or tahini.
Desserts include (all $7, while supplies last): Baklava (buttery layered phyllo dough with crushed walnuts & honey syrup), Baklava Cheesecake (creamy cheesecake layered with layered phyllo, chopped walnuts & honey syrup), Baklava Cheesecake in a Jar, Chocolate Soufflé (semisweet chocolate, eggs, sugar, butter, milk), Chocolate Dipped Madeleines, Galaktoboureko (vanilla custard wrapped in golden flaky phyllo soaked in sweet citrus syrup), Koularakia (Greek butter cookies glazed over with egg wash), Melomakarona (oval cookies soaked in syrup, honey, citrus & warming spices), Kataifi (shredded phyllo dough wrapped over nuts), Lemon Pie and Portokalopita (orange sponge cake).
About MEZŌ Mediterranean:
Located in Dedham Square, MEZŌ Mediterranean, is a modern Mediterranean restaurant rooted in Greek culinary traditions which opened in March 2026. The 33-seat, 1,400-square-foot counter-service concept introduces a refined “fast-fine” dining experience that blends speed and accessibility with quality, authenticity and true hospitality.
Inspired by the Greek word Μεσόγειος (Mesógeios), meaning “Mediterranean,” MEZŌ places Greek cuisine at its core while thoughtfully incorporating influences from across the broader Mediterranean region. The name also nods to the shared tradition of meze – small, handcrafted dishes meant to bring people together – reflecting the restaurant’s emphasis on connection, culture, and communal dining. MEZŌ’s menu celebrates the spirit of spitiko, meaning “homemade,” featuring home-style Greek dishes, generational family recipes, and beloved street food favorites prepared with imported Greek extra virgin olive oil and traditional seasonings. The beverage program features frappe, espresso, imported Greek soft beverages, cocktails and a curated selection of Mediterranean beers, wines and spirits.
MEZŌ offers an array of weekly happenings including Meze Monday (three appetizers for $18), Tavli Tuesday (backgammon games from 2-5pm), and Wine Wednesday (wine bottles for $25), as well as monthly Live Bouzouki Nights (the third Thursday of every month). MEZŌ is the sister restaurant to 50-year-old Dedham House of Pizza, located just steps in Dedham Square. Both owned and operated by Dedham native George Panagopoulos and his wife Dena, the new concept reflects their Greek heritage and his lifelong passion for authentic cooking and commitment to serving the community that helped shape him. MEZŌ builds on the legacy established at DHOP, where generations of families have gathered for nearly five decades. For more information, please visit www.mezodedham.com or follow on Instagram at @mezo_mediterranean.
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Dena (Skeadas) Panagopoulos
Dena Public Relations | FounderEmail: dena@denapublicrelations.com Cell: +1 (914) 806-7327Website: www.denapr.com
