Posted on 07/05/2026 5:24:22 AM PDT by DFG
He’s a real American gyro.
A star-spangled Long Island diner owner surprised eaters who woke up before 4 a.m. to be part of a special Fourth of July Fox & Friends live shoot on site by paying for every single one of their meals out of an unrivaled love of the USA.
“Our kitchen went through seven cases of eggs – there’s 30 dozen in each case. We fed a few thousand,” Embassy Diner owner Gus Tsiorvas told The Post.
“It’s the most beautiful thing in the world to see so many people gather around for the birth of our country. That’s why we’re the greatest in the world.”
The popular Tsiorvas – he has even addressed Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on small-business issues – had the phrase “America’s Most Patriotic Diner” trademarked and printed T-shirts that he often hands out to guests.
“I was always instilled as a little kid – patriotism, patriotism, patriotism,” he said.
“I love this country.”
Tsiorvas has been a firm believer in the American dream ever since his father, Peter, emigrated “from the middle of Greece with absolutely nothing” decades ago.
“If it weren’t for this country, he wouldn’t be where he is,” Tsiorvas said of his dad, who still helps out with the Bethpage diner.
Tsiorvas also runs the restaurant with more of his family, who also work as first responders, and has dedicated the diner as “a safe haven” for police, fire, EMS, and hospital workers.
Former Nassau police officer Craig Kasin said there was no better place to celebrate the holiday as a longtime member of law enforcement.
“If everything was like this, I think the country would be okay,” he said.
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Embassy Diner owner.
May his profits be more than McDonalds this year!!
Because no one needs free food more than folks headed to the Hamptons.
I grew up in the neighborhood right behind The Embassy. My daughter was born in the hospital right across the street over fifty years ago. My friends and I spent untold hours there. When my dad would travel my Mom and I walk there for dinner every week. I’m so glad to see that it’s still thriving.
Mamdani is not going to like this.
He better watch his back...The Dems might firebomb his diner or raise his taxes or both...
Embassy Diner Most Popular Dishes
Greek Specials
Gyro
Souvlaki
Chicken Souvlaki
Chicken Gyro
Greek Salad
French Onion Soup,
Cheese Burger,
Matzoh Ball Soup,
Homemade Bread Basket,
Scrambled Eggs
🔝🔝🔝 🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲
Wow 🙀😳
On this particular Android phone 📱
I have to scroll WAAAAAAY to the right
to get an American flag emoji
Not that way on my other Android phones 📱📱
If this diner is located in Nassau County it’s not even in NYC proper so not in the mayors jurisdiction. Adjacent but beyond his control somewhat.
What is souvlaki?
Souvlaki is Greece’s version of fast food, quick, satisfying, and made with fresh, simple ingredients. You’ll find it everywhere, from bustling Athens street corners to late-night spots in Thessaloniki. Traditionally, it’s made with small pieces of marinated meat grilled on skewers or carved gyro-style from a vertical rotisserie. The meat is then tucked into warm pita bread with juicy tomatoes, crisp onions, and a generous dollop of creamy tzatziki. It’s the go-to meal for Greeks on the move and a beloved taste of everyday life.
What kind of meat is used for souvlaki?
In Greece, the most common meat for souvlaki is pork, although chicken, beef, and lamb are also popular. For gyros, pork shoulder is often used because its marbling makes the meat juicier. For skewers, pork loin is traditional — a leaner cut that benefits from a long marinade. Ideally, marinate the meat for at least 12 hours so the flavors can fully develop.
Every souvlaki chef takes pride in making his own marinades, fresh tzatziki, and picking juicy tomatoes; nothing is pre-packaged. The cooking oil is always olive oil, and the fries are always hand-cut from real potatoes. That’s the essence of authentic Greek street food.
Berkeley in the early 70’s had some souvlaki spots. One was next to Tower Records.
The guys who ran it had beards, about a foot long, they blasted some sort of ethnic music over boom boxes and they had what I called “moose and squirrel “ accents.
Excellent food, they’d always give a sample away . Not sure it was pork , thought it was beef, anyways, it was fast hot cheap and delicious and messy.
Bethpage is in Nassau County which is run by Bruce Blake who’s running against the horrible Kathy Hochul.
Excellent Greek Souvlaki. Not sure it was pork, maybe beef,
anyways, it was fast hot cheap and delicious and messy.
Sounds good.
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