Goldfinger Greek Restaurant opened in March 1973 at 2905 Cridelle, a half block north of Northwest Highway in the Bachman Lake Area. In 1975 the Dallas Morning News had this to say about it: "Probably the best Greek food in town, served in an elegant atmosphere, with live Greek and American music and a tiny dance floor. Try the excellent moussaka, veal renata or souvlaki and shrimp. And the dolmas are superb. Prices: $4.50 to $9.75."
The restaurant stayed in business a good 30 years at least, and I found an online review as late as 2005. The name of the street was changed from Cridelle to Webb Chapel Extension (so romantic), and sometime after 2005 the restaurant changed hands and became the Rio Bravo Mexican Restaurant. The building is relatively unchanged although the color scheme has gone from white with green and yellow trim to simply black and white.
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Sooo sad they no longer exist. The food was superb. The people were fantastic. And what a fantastic atmosphere....It was an unforgettable experience.
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My dad Seyf (rip) used to take me there in the late 90s. The had a beautiful band. they came to our ranch in Wylie(doubleSranch) to play couple of times. I loved the owner of the place she was so nice Alexsandra.I havent seen them since I was a teenager. I wonder if she doing well or still around.they had the best greek food best dolmas with gravy ever. Great memories :)
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I used to work at Vincents back in the early 80's. Many nights after our shift was over we'd go for a drink at Goldfinger. I even played clarinet with the band on a few occasions. Still have a book of matches from the place!!! Those were the days
ReplyDeleteI work there in 1975 / 76 my Brother Magin Garcia work at Vincent's and my uncle work with Erick Domingues at Tupinamba mex restaurant also there was a Italian restaurant call 2000 BC those qhere the days and remember Carlos and pepes night club and restaurant owner Pepe Vaquerizo I feel nostalgic about those days
DeleteI love Vincent Cole slaw! I knew Johnny the owner pretty well.
DeleteI did a marriage proposal there .she said yes 19 yes ago
ReplyDeleteI used to dance there under the name Karima. I miss Charlie and the whole band.
ReplyDeleteVery good place, they had Greek music, belly dancers, Greek singers, Alexandra was the owner for a long time.
ReplyDeleteGreat food musaka and souvlaki...Great lake view! I have the best memories, i was there every Saturday night, it's so sad to hear that this place closed down...