Today, the city’s Hellenic contingent marks Greek Independence Day with a parade that kicks off at 1 p.m.; marchers will walk along Fifth Avenue from 62nd to 79th streets. Hungry revelers who aren’t in the mood for a simple shish kebob would do well to check out these Greek eateries – all of which are within walking distance from the route.

Avra

141 E. 48th St. (between Lexington and Third avenues); (212) 759-8550

Meet your dorado before you eat your dorado at this merry Midtown estiatorio specializing in grilled fish. Don’t miss the grilled calamari or today’s specials: traditional freedom toast made with Greek Tsoureki bread and arni yiouvetsi (braised lamb shank with orzo).

Metsovo

65 W. 70th St. (between Central Park West and Columbus Avenue); (212) 873-2300

Down-to-earth Greek dishes are lovingly prepared in this romantic, flower-filled Lincoln Center townhouse; the dining room is aglow with candlelight. Standounts include heaping platters of mezedes (appetizers) and house-special mountain pies stuffed with lamb, eggplant or greens and feta cheese.

Estiatorio Milos

125 W. 55th St. (between Sixth and Seventh avenues); (212) 245-7400

An intimate space with a charming staff. Schools of grilled fish brushed with olive oil and lemon juice taste as if they’ve just jumped from the water. Lunch is far less expensive than dinner.

Molyvos

871 Seventh Ave. (between 55th and 56th streets); (212) 582-7500

This handsome, upscale tavern near Carnegie Hall transports Greek home cooking to a higher realm with classics such as lamb stefado (stew) and light-as-air moussaka. In honor of the holiday, today it’s serving a special of baby lamb.

Uncle Nick’s

747 Ninth Ave. (between 50th and 51st streets); (212) 245-7992

No special menu today, but it’s always a party anyway at this boisterous Hell’s Kitchen spot, where the grilled specialties come in generous portions for gentle prices. Or order your flaming saganaki next door at Uncle Nick’s Ouzaria.