Corfu Town
A cool haven for the Old Town’s retro rockers, on a hilly alleyway just south of the cathedral; the name means 'Clockwork Orange', hence the splendid…
Must-see nightlife in Greek Islands
Ierapetra
Generations of locals have bopped their heads to rock of all stripes at this classic party den since it opened in 1990. Redone in 2015, it now flaunts a…
Skopelos
Cool, cosy and always busy, little Oionos serves up blues and soul plus a good selection of single malt whiskies, behind sky-blue doors and hibiscus…
Ikaria
In the main square, this cafe serves exquisite galaktoboureko (custard slice) and other traditional Greek desserts, as well as perhaps the best coffee on…
Skopelos
Near the north end of the old quay, on a cobbled sea-facing square under a vast spreading tree, this is a favourite local spot for a coffee or a quiet…
Kythira
A lovely little cafe with ever-so-soft seating directly overlooking the water; drop in for a breakfast coffee and you'll be coming back for days to linger…
Cyclades
Kea's hippest bar by far sits up above the waterfront tavernas, with a deck gazing over the water and a dimly lit interior furnished with wooden benches,…
Ios
Minimalist, cave-like Coo is the only R&B bar on the island, the mellow beats going well with the original cocktails on offer – many made using homemade…
Agios Nikolaos
Mark your turf amid hanging plants, shrubs and funky decor in this high-in-the-sky bar overlooking lake and harbour. Wallet-watchers invade before 10.30pm…
Hania
Locals in the know get their caffeine at this corner cafe, bedecked in pastel green and pink and plenty of greenery. It also has a small branch in the old…
Corfu Town
Classic metal’n’motorbikes bar, near the New Port, with a hard-rock ambience and booze to match – and, a little incongruously, quieter sea-view tables…
Ios
The dance floor shakes to hip-hop, rock and house beats while punters knock back shots at the bar. Put on the helmet provided and get hit over the head by…
Samos
Very popular beach bar, near the twin standbys of Ble and Escape, with good iced drinks and snacks into the wee hours.
Corfu Town
Very much the social hub of the New Town, this all-day indoor-outdoor cafe, on the corner facing Plateia G Theotoki, serves everything from coffee and…
Corfu Town
Local students congregate en masse in this simple taverna most evenings, setting the world to rights in its lively courtyard over copious, well-priced…
Aegina
This lovely one-room bar, full of artistic knick-knacks, spills onto the busy Irioti street. This is the place for good coffee in the day and cocktails in…
Milos
Tucked up above the port, this classy little bar serves cocktails and coffee on a beautiful terrace with views over the water. In summer, themed party…
Corfu
Head for a sunset chill-out at one of Greece’s top beach bars before the party starts at around 11pm. To get here from Corfu Town, catch bus 7 (€1.70, 30…
Ikaria
A convivial little cafe-cum-bar with some tables in a romantic bougainvillea-filled lane behind the National Bank. In addition to coffee and alcohol, it…
Paros
Intimate and cave-like, Pirate has been a favourite with locals since 1983. Find it in the tiny, bougainvillea-fringed street behind the kastro and stop…
Hydra Town
Papagalos is just that bit away from the madding crowd, on the quieter side of the harbour. By day, it offers coffee and basic food, and by night,…
Skiathos Town
Handsome Kentavros promises rock, jazz and blues, and has been getting the thumbs-up from locals and expats since 1978 for its mellow ambience, artwork…
Skopelos
It's all about whitewashed walls, candlelit corners, summer fun and expertly crafted cocktails at this busy-busy multi-tiered terrace bar clinging to the…
Paros
Expertly mixed drinks (including tailor-made cocktails if you don't fancy anything off the menu) and DJ sets until the wee hours distinguish this friendly…
Lesvos
A busy bar with a convival atmosphere, lots of dressed-up folks, cocktails, and refreshing nonalcoholic concoctions such as sour cherry with almond, and…
Ikaria
Cosy, atmospheric bar managed by Dimitiros and Mariza, who deliver good drinks, fresh juices and live music in the summer. Walk down the street descending…
Alonnisos
This stylish terrace cafe-bar with tables and chairs scattered under the trees on the village square is a great spot for breakfasts, fresh juices, ice…
Ikaria
Snappy bar at Hotel Akti, with sturdy mixed drinks and decent snacks. At night you can see the twinkling lights of Fourni on the horizon.
Rethymno
A classic Rethymno hang-out, this place has been renamed and revamped but continues to house two bars and a dance floor that gets filled nightly by…
Saronic Gulf Islands
One of life’s great little bars, this Spetses institution never loses its easy-going atmosphere. Find it 50m beyond Plateia Agiou Mama, on the road to the…
Samos
From the main road, turn right (south) at the port to find this popular late-night music bar and taverna, opposite a public car park. Live music most…
Lesvos
Come for the drinks and stay for the tunes at this hip music bar. There's live jazz on summer weekends. Good cocktails, Greek wine and draught beer are on…
Hania
Beautifully set in the courtyard of a 16th-century monastery turned art centre, this open-air bar has a vibrant ambience, attentive service, great…
Skopelos
Pink walls, mismatched furniture, guest DJs and party vibes at this late-night old-town coffee-and-cocktails spot, just inland (signed) from the middle of…
Fira
A Fira hotspot with three bars and a big dance space, this is the catwalk clientele’s favourite spot amid cool decor and full-on sounds from house to…
Hania Province
In a beautiful restored stone mill on the sea, this cafe-bar is a great place for a coffee or an evening drink and also serves light snacks, pizza, pasta…
Iraklio
If the trendy cafes along this pedestrian strip don’t do it for you, grab a table at down-to-earth Fix, which is sought out by an older crowd of…
Hora (Mykonos)
The black sheep of the gay herd, Porta’s cruisey ambience fills small-scale rooms bedecked in Tom of Finland imagery. Things get crowded and close towards…
Samos
The best of the waterfront cafes, serving good coffee, fresh juices and crêpes in the morning, and sandwiches, burgers, beer and wine by evening. And it…
Skiathos Town
A late-night standby with cushions scattered on the wide outdoor steps leading up to the church from the old port. Cocktails (€12), happy hours and DJ…
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