Greece’s national street food, the ever-popular souvlaki, continues its upward price climb, reaching levels that many consider staggering.
Gone are the days—at least in Crete—when a pita gyro could be bought for just 2.50 euros.
A recent survey by the local news outlet Creta24 across online food delivery platforms shows that the price of a beloved pita gyro in Heraklion has now surpassed the 6 euros mark, with some places charging as much as 6.50 euros. Only a handful of establishments in the city still offer a gyro for under 5 euros.
What’s happening in Attica
In the Attica region, even a simple wrapped gyro now prompts careful consideration. Prices at local grills start at 3.70 euros and can climb to 5.20 euros . A single pork or chicken skewer ranges from 2.40 to 3.70 euros, while a full portion of gyro or souvlaki can cost anywhere from 11 to 13.50 euros.
For a family of four, ordering two wrapped gyros per person could mean spending between 30 and 40 euros—a significant hit to the household budget.
Industry insiders warn that rising ingredient costs and higher operational expenses for businesses may lead to further price hikes. Some predict that the price of a wrapped gyro could stabilize around 5 euros in the near future.
