From Sparta Taverna to Sparta Eats

Our story began with Sparta Taverna, founded in 2004 by Chef and Owner George Gouveris. Built on authentic Greek recipes, fresh ingredients and genuine hospitality, Sparta Taverna became a trusted destination for comforting Greek food served with care. That same passion inspired the creation of Sparta Eats—the modern, fast-casual evolution of Sparta Taverna. Sparta Eats brings our traditional flavors into a fresh and convenient dining experience designed for today’s lifestyle.

The red awning of Sparta Taverna on Main Street in Ridgefield Park
Ridgefield Park, since 2004
Chef George Gouveris at the door of Sparta Taverna
Chef George
A Sparta Eats bowl with chicken, hummus, dolmades and chickpeas
Sparta Eats

What Makes Us Different

What Makes Us Different

We are not a typical restaurant chain. Our restaurants are chef-owned and personally operated. Chef George remains actively involved in the food, recipes, quality and daily experience of every location. We prepare our food with fresh ingredients, time-tested recipes and a genuine love for Greek cooking. Our goal is simple: serve amazing food, provide warm hospitality and make every guest feel like part of the Sparta family.

One Sparta Family

Our Three Restaurants

Sparta TavernaRidgefield Park

Our original full-service Greek restaurant

206 Main St
Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660
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Sparta EatsHackensack

Fresh, modern and fast-casual Greek dining

500 S River St
Hackensack, NJ
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Sparta EatsWood-Ridge

Our homecoming, reimagined for a new generation

202 Hackensack St
Wood-Ridge, NJ
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