The Bay Area is getting a tasty upgrade to its food scene as Nick the Greek sets up shop in Berkeley, bringing a fanfare of Greek street food favorites. According to an article in Mercury News, the restaurant will open on January 23 at 2109 University Ave., nestled among culinary spots like Ippudo ramen shop and Blue Bottle Coffee.

In a move sure to lure the crowds, Nick the Greek will dish out free lunches on opening day from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with the promise of one entree per person. The free lunch promo, sure to get Berkeley students and locals lining up, includes mouth-watering options such as gyros and souvlakis. This detail was highlighted in an event listing on Events.com.

The origins of this chain trace back to 2014 when it was founded by a trio of cousins, all bearing the moniker Nick – Big Nick, Little Nick, and Baby Nick. From its roots in San Jose, the family-run venture has branched out far and wide, with locations now dotting California, Nevada, Arizona, Utah, Kansas, Texas, and Missouri. The Berkeley outlet becomes the latest addition to an already large family of about two dozen Bay Area Nick the Greeks, with a Petaluma location also on the horizon set to open in February.

The menu at Nick the Greek is a convergence of Greek staples and modern-day fast-casual dining. It offers a bevy of wrapped proteins, atop rice or fries, in bowls with tzatziki and fresh veggies, and over salads with feta and olives. For those favoring plant-based options, there's a veggie wrap packed with zucchini and portobello mushrooms. As for the fries range from the simply oregano-seasoned to the special Nick's Fries — crowned with feta, garlic, spicy yogurt, and customizable with a choice of protein. Topping off the meal, they serve frozen yogurt drizzled with honey and finished with a crisp baklava, according to Mercury News.