Once upon a time, in a land far away, a few Greek fellows had a dream. They left their Grecian homes and headed to the New World seeking fame, fortune and adventure. After days of dusty travel, they arrived in the Pioneer Valley. Taken with its beauty and friendly natives, the fellows decided to settle down. Southampton was their new home. They raised their families and, like any good Greek boys, opened a successful pizza restaurant. Life was good.
Still something was missing. The call of the wild beckoned. A call they could not resist. Over the hill they went, heading West, in search of their new dream. Early one spring morn they arrived. "OPA-OPA!" they exclaimed with joy, "We've found it. This will be the best Steakhouse and Brewery in the land!"
The days were hard and the nights were long. There were many obstacles to overcome. With the help of some good people, family and friends and a handy carpenter named Larry, they persevered. The OPA-OPA Steakhouse and Brewery was born.
Now, folks from all over can enjoy the tender steaks and ice cold brew the has made the OPA-OPA famous. The OPA-OPA continues to be Southampton's legendary Western Steakhouse... where you can find beef, brew and a few Greek fellows too!
 Opa-Opa has taken first place in The Valley Advocate's readers' poll for "Best New Steakhouse". Opa-Opa hasalso taken second place for "Best New Restaurant".
Published in The Advocate April 14-20, 2005.
Let 'Warthog' take you for a wild ride
Published in The Republican on Thursday, April 14, 2005
by Beer Nut, George Lenker
When you are dealing with extreme beers, such as double IPAs, you brace yourself for a sleigh ride through the wilder woodlands of brewing.
But leave it to Dan Kramer of Opa Opa in Southampton to make a double IPA that provides the thrills of an extreme brew while making the ride smooth and free of bumps. continued (opens a new window)
At Opa-Opa, relish exuberance, taste
Published in The Republican on Thursday, February 03, 2005
by Restaurant Critic, Fran Bellamy
A Texas-style steak eatery run by three Greek guys (and that's what Opa-Opa is) might seem as if it would be the restaurant version of a spaghetti western. But in truth, Opa-Opa Steakhouse and Brewery, Southampton's newest dining destination, offers a legitimately in-character dining experience. continued (opens a new window)
Southampton Microbrew Opa Opa superb
Published in The Republican on Thursday, October 21, 2004
by Beer Nut, George Lenker
I don't know why, but an Old West-styled steakhouse with a Greek name that features its own handcrafted brews strikes me as an odd mix of themes and demographics - especially in a small town like Southampton. But no matter. I'm not here to comment (much) on sociology, or review restaurants (I'll leave that to Fran Bellamy). My job is beer, and the beer I sampled last week at Opa Opa Steakhouse and Brewery is superb. continued (opens a new window)
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