Rethymno Province
Set in a square just up from the harbour, this cafe-bistro-bar is popular with locals. Excellent breakfasts (€6 to €10) offer everything from yoghurt and…
Must-see restaurants in Crete
Hania Province
On the cliff overlooking the great expanse of Falasarna beach, this cafe has spectacular views from its huge lawn terrace. It offers a full range of…
Agios Nikolaos
This tiny, been-here-forever taverna in a quiet residential area has a dozen or so cheerfully painted tables across the street beneath a shady pergola and…
Hania
This hip, much-buzzed-about cafe-bar has a sweet location in an impeccably renovated 1830 customs house right in the Venetian Harbour. Grab a high chair,…
Hania
In the quieter eastern harbour, these well-respected spots for fresh fish and Cretan dishes are in two separate buildings away from each other. Apostolis…
Hania Province
Don’t miss the delicious baked goods at Cretan Divine Family Bakery, where friendly Angeliki serves up cookies, kalitsounia (Cretan cheese pies), homemade…
Hania
This stylish, convivial taverna, part of which is in a converted Turkish bathhouse, has captured people's attention since 1982 with strong-flavoured…
Hania Province
At this elegantly rustic beachfront spot with crushed pebbles underfoot, Jean-Luc Delfosse has forged his own culinary path in a refreshing change from…
Hania Province
At the beginning of the gauntlet of harbour-front tavernas, family-run Nikos is a reliable spot for Greek staples, grilled fish and meat, and Cretan…
Agios Nikolaos
Eclectic curios, wooden furniture and a fairy-tale garden make this traditional restaurant a few steps from the lake as welcoming as a hug from an old…
Agios Nikolaos
This colourful haunt has fed its feistily flavoured mezedhes menu to friends, couples and families since 2002. Rather than resting on its laurels, its…
Rethymno Province
Watch the boats bob in the port while enjoying excellent fish and homestyle food high on the terrace of this former carob warehouse. In business since…
Iraklio
In an enviable location on the beautified waterfront promenade opposite the Historical Museum, trendy Mare is great for seaside munchies (burgers, salads,…
Hania Province
At the start of the gorge in Imbros village, friendly, family-run Porofarango has a big balcony with panoramic views of the gorge and serves good-value…
Rethymno
In a Venetian-era building a bone toss from the fortress, chic yet chilled Castelvecchio is perfect for date night – especially if your date is a plate of…
Hania Province
On the beach at the southwestern edge of Stavros, have a drink or a light meal at the Sunset Beach cafe, tucked under a huge tree with a shady timber deck…
Hania Province
Signposted down a narrow alley to the left as you come into Georgioupoli, this well-regarded taverna is run by a fishing family. You can choose from the…
Rethymno Province
Even after 30-plus years in business, Onar still hasn’t lost its grip on the crowd. There are plenty of other tavernas with romantic views over the port,…
Rethymno Province
This upbeat, colourful harbourside patio is a great place to relax. Meals have a creative edge – try pork with dried fruit or chicken with lavender…
Rethymno Province
The tree-shaded and flower-filled patio here offers a peaceful setting for both classic taverna fare and international cuisine. It shares space with…
Hania Province
Locals mix with in-the-know visitors at this quintessential family taverna presided over by Giannis, who’s usually ensconced behind the grill coaxing meat…
Hania Province
Enjoy traditional Cretan dishes like gamopilafo (lamb and stock-cooked rice) or faves like homemade pizza in this stone-built restaurant with a balcony…
Rethymno Province
Come here for the home cooking and dine on the patio hung with gourds and overflowing with flowers. You’ll likely find Maria in the kitchen stuffing…
Hania Province
In the village of Armenoi, south of the ruins at Aptera, seek out Tzitzikas for a fresh Cretan meal or a coffee on the edge of a river, under lush,…
Hania Province
This taverna is known for its fresh fish and decent Cretan specialities, such as wild snails or goat in white-wine sauce. Enjoy your meal under a shady…
Hania Province
One of the best options for a feed in Elafonisi, family-run Glykeria offers a mix of Cretan classics, burgers, pasta and seafood, as well as sea views and…
Rethymno
One of several tavernas right at the water’s edge below the fortress, En Plo does dependable faves like shrimp spaghetti and grilled salmon but shows its…
Hania Province
This classic taverna on the central waterfront is known for fresh fish (which you can take a look at in the kitchen before ordering) but also has plenty…
Ierapetra
This modern cafe is known for its good coffee and gooey loukoumadhes (honey doughnuts) along with generously stuffed fresh sandwiches, cakes and cheese…
Rethymno Province
Just south of the Venetian fountain, this friendly place has a big roadside terrace, reliably good traditional cooking and a decent house red. Try the…
Hania Province
On Marathi beach, this dependable seafood taverna is well regarded by locals and visitors. Lunch under the shady beachside tamarisk trees on dishes like…
Ierapetra
This ristorante with peach interior and linen-bedecked tables overlooks the big blue and offers a choice of classic Greek starters followed by wood-fired…
Hania Province
Seafront in Sfinari, this simple taverna grills up the fresh catch of the day and locally grown (and some organic) produce, with tables lining the gravel…
Hania Province
Considered one of the best fish tavernas in the area, the classic Argentina has tables on the main road and across the street overlooking the harbour. It…
Hania Province
Restore your energies with a cold beer and classic Greek snacks after you tackle lovely Agia Irini Gorge. From here it's another 7km walk or a €15 taxi…
Rethymno Province
On the shady main square, Mandolos is a well-regarded taverna. Dig into big portions of local standards like slow-cooked goat while relaxing under the…
Hania Province
Leventogiannis Taverna has a lovely courtyard under a giant canopy of plane trees and does a menu of grilled meats, toasted sandwiches and sometimes a…
Hania
Locals swear by the undeniably tasty gyros (meat slivers cooked on a vertical rotisserie) and souvlaki at tiny, old-style Oasis. There are a few seats…
Rethymno Province
Seafood doesn’t get any fresher than at this place right at the harbour. Choose from marinated anchovies, shrimp salad or grilled fish, along with a…
Rethymno Province
Attached to the Agios Pavlos Hotel, this picturesque taverna dishes up fresh fish and Cretan standards to enjoy with stellar views of the Libyan Sea.
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