Operational since 1973, Taverna Cretekou is a restaurant that specializes in regional Greek cuisine. The restaurant offers various appetizers, soups, salads, entrees, desserts and beverages. Its menu features broiled chicken breast, roast lamb, string beans and a variety of omelets. Taverna Cretekou serves a variety of chicken, beef, lamb, egg, cheese, spinach, vegetable and mushroom dishes. The restaurant s dessert menu includes pastries, ice cream, puddings and custard. Its selection of wines includes cabernet sauvignon, chardonnay, riesling, merlot, pinot noir, pinot grigio, zinfandel and shiraz. The restaurant additionally hosts several live music shows and events. Taverna Cretekou is located in Alexandria, Va.