Top Grilled Octopus dishes in New York

Tender, charred octopus that's a classic Sicilian appetizer done right

Tender charred octopus with Mediterranean seasoning. The signature appetizer and a must-order.

Smoky, tender octopus with proper char from the grill — a Mediterranean staple done right

Pugliese-style grilled octopus, tender and charred, a standout appetizer

Char-kissed tentacles with a tender interior, typically served with a bright Mediterranean accompaniment that cuts the richness

A Greek restaurant staple done well here — charred, tender tentacles with a smoky exterior and clean Mediterranean seasoning

Tender and perfectly charred -- a delightful combination of softness and chewiness

Classic grilled marinated octopus with balsamic reduction and capers. Char-kissed and perfectly tender.

Tender grilled octopus with olive oil, herbs, and citrus

Charred octopus with green olives, romesco, and green beans — a Mediterranean-inflected standout

Tender, char-kissed octopus over creamy white beans with shallots and fresh oregano — a deceptively simple appetizer done right.

Expertly charred octopus with olive oil and lemon. Tender, smoky, and perfectly executed by Chef Petridis.

Smoky char-grilled octopus with tender bite and Mediterranean seasonings

Tender grilled octopus — a strong starter that sets the tone for the meal.

Plentiful, perfectly charred octopus — the dish everyone orders and nobody regrets

Tender octopus with a perfect char — beautifully prepared and one of the most-ordered appetizers.

Wood-fired grilled octopus

Charred octopus tentacles with jimmy nardello peppers — tender, smoky, and bright with seasonal produce.

Char-grilled octopus served as an appetizer. A standout starter that rivals the Greek spots on Bell Blvd.

Charred octopus with seasonal accompaniments

Tender charred octopus with a smoky crust -- the dish that keeps regulars coming back

Charred octopus with chili flakes and zucchini

Tender, beautifully charred octopus — one of the standout dishes when the kitchen is firing on all cylinders.

Grilled octopus in garlic‑olive oil with potatoes and chickpeas, smoky and tender

Tender grilled octopus with seasonal garnishes

Tender octopus over patatas bravas with chipotle-lime aioli and chimichurri — smoky and satisfying.

Charred and tender octopus — a crowd-pleasing appetizer that shows French technique.