Navigating a Greek Taverna with SIBO: Your Safe Dining Guide

Dining out with Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) can feel overwhelming, especially with flavorful but complex Greek menus. Greek tavernas offer fresh ingredients, but hidden pitfalls like garlic, onions, wheat, and legumes lurk in many beloved dishes. This guide—powered by mm food's AI technology—helps you savor authentic Greek flavors while avoiding SIBO triggers.

How mm food Simplifies Your Experience

1. Set Your Restrictions: Select "SIBO-Friendly" or customize triggers (e.g., no garlic, low FODMAP).
2. Scan the Menu: Use our translation + AI analyzer to instantly flag safe dishes.
3. Dine Confidently: Receive tailored alerts about ingredients and prep methods.

SIBO-Friendly Greek Taverna Choices

Appetizers (Meze)

• Safe: Grilled octopus (ask for lemon-only dressing), olives (in moderation), cucumber-tomato salad (no onion/feta).
• Avoid: Tzatziki (garlic), dolmades (onion/rice), fava bean dip.

Main Courses

• Safe: Simple grilled fish (drizzled with olive oil, herbs), chicken souvlaki (unmarinated, lemon-oregano seasoning), lamb chops (herb-rubbed).
• Caution: Request no sauces or marinades. Skip moussaka (onion/bechamel) and gyros (garlic/onion seasoning).

Sides & Extras

• Safe: Steamed greens (horta), grilled zucchini/eggplant (plain), boiled potatoes.
• Avoid: Rice pilaf (onion), gigantes beans, fries (cross-contact risk).

Desserts & Drinks

• Limited Options: Fresh fruit (berries/grapes), Greek coffee (black). Skip honey-drenched baklava and creamy sweets.

Pro Tips for Success

• Always confirm no garlic/onion in oil dressings or marinades.
• Use mm food to translate ingredient inquiries for staff (e.g., "Χωρίς σκόρδο;" = "No garlic?").
• Focus on simply prepared proteins and veggies—tavernas excel at these!

With mm food, embrace the joyous Greek dining tradition without the SIBO stress. Opa to delicious, safe meals!