Discovering King Gyro: A New Take on Greek Cuisine in Franklin, TN
Located at 1113 Murfreesboro Road in Franklin, King Gyro is redefining Greek cuisine in Middle Tennessee, pushing past the typical offerings found in many local restaurants. Owned by an Egyptian family for the past 14 years, King Gyro has successfully infused Middle Eastern flavors into its menu while elevating traditional Greek dishes.
The restaurant’s centerpiece is its gyro, featuring a flavorful blend of beef and lamb that is expertly cooked on a rotating spit. What sets King Gyro apart is the remarkable crispness of the meat, delivering an impressive depth of flavor often missing in standard gyros. Paired with soft, pillowy pita and topped with fresh vegetables and a refreshing cucumber dressing, the dish offers a delightful balance of textures.
The rice served here is a unique pilaf, mixing rice with pasta for added interest, while the tabouli, made with parsley, tomatoes, mint, and bulgur, is meticulously prepared with just the right amount of lemon juice, avoiding the overly grassy taste commonly found in other versions.
King Gyro also offers a distinctive falafel made with fava beans, which gives the dish a vibrant color and an herby flavor, deviating from the chickpea standard. Their hummus is whipped to a light, airy consistency with a notable tahini flavor.
Additionally, diners can indulge in rich moussaka, a labor-intensive casserole of potatoes, eggplant, and ground beef topped with creamy béchamel, alongside enticing desserts like baklava and a unique treat called boughasha—warm vanilla custard wrapped in crispy phyllo dough.
For those looking to explore authentic flavors, King Gyro offers a culinary experience not to be missed.
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