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…
Must-see restaurants in Greek Islands
Dodecanese
Sitting on the crest of the hill overlooking Lambi Beach, Leonidas has a flower-filled terrace with food to match the serene view. Dine on souvlakia,…
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,…
Rhodes
The largest of three rival tavernas in Kattavia’s little square, with outdoor seating beneath a spreading plane tree. Appetisers such as spinach pie or…
Zakynthos
This exquisitely romantic restaurant is built into and around the rocks beside the private beach of its namesake boutique hotel. The irresistible setting…
Alonnisos
A stone’s throw from the surf, this laid-back taverna and beach bar 2km down the hill from the village prepares fine salads, gyros (meat slithers cooked…
Corfu Town
Cream-toned cafe in a magnificent setting, down at sea level away from everything at the northeastern tip of the Old Town. You can enjoy a simple meal of…
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…
Ionian Islands
Waterfront taverna with little tables perched on the very brink of the quayside. Check out the blackboard for an amazing list of freshly caught fish and…
Rhodes Town
The New Town sees a lot of Scandinavian visitors, and with its wooden floors and tin watering cans artfully hanging from its white walls, this open-sided…
Paros
A gorgeous location under a massive bougainvillea tree adds to the delicious light meals, sophisticated atmosphere and tasteful jazz and classical music…
Kos Town
Located in the Turkish quarter, called Platani, on the way toward the Asklepeion, this casual grill house is tops for heaping portions of tender kebabs…
Cyclades
Occupying a terrace on the corner of the main square, this friendly little taverna serves local favourites such as Greek salad, tabouleh, grilled sardines…
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
Don’t miss the delicious baked goods at Cretan Divine Family Bakery, where friendly Angeliki serves up cookies, kalitsounia (Cretan cheese pies), homemade…
Thasos
Locals agree that this year-round eatery at the Old Harbour serves Limenas’ best fish, along with fine fish soup, stifadho (meat, game or seafood cooked…
Kefallonia
Stowed away down a side street back from the port, this place satisfies spice and rice pangs with classic Thai and Southeast Asian dishes such as pork pad…
Alonnisos
Among olive trees and twirls of lavender, this chicly whitewashed, open-air taverna and beach bar brings hearty spinach-feta pies, delicious salads and…
Lefkada
With its playful 'roadhouse meets artist’s loft' decor, and an eclectic menu of everything from tacos and tandoori chicken to taramasalata (a thick pink…
Milos
Set on a side street next to the main free car park, this excellent bakery serves lip-smacking spanakopita (spinach pie), pizza slices, sandwiches and all…
Cyclades
Set on a series of terraces with views over the town to the distant sea, this restaurant prepares elaborate takes on seasonal Kea dishes, with local…
Ikaria
Located on the 'roof' of Ikaria, up high in Profitis Ilias, a 10-minute drive from Hristos Rahes, this large terrace serves a menu that is vaguely Greek,…
Alonnisos
The knock-out wraparound sea views steal the show at this stylish 2018 white-and-wood arrival at the south end of town, but the Greek-Mediterranean food…
Dodecanese
Crisp, beautifully neat beachfront restaurant (open high season only), 10 minutes’ walk from Fry. The friendly owner, who lived in New York for many years…
Paros
Fresh and fun waterfront restaurant-bar, with a short and sweet menu grabbing influences from all over (yakitori, curry, burritos), the resulting flavours…
Ios
Just off the little main square, this burger bar has a short and sweet menu of burgers and gourmet hot dogs and does both things very well. Opt for a…
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…
Skiathos Town
This popular, long-established fish taverna on the path above the old port is a local standby for reliable and well-priced fresh fish, gavros (a marinated…
Dodecanese
Set on the waterfront near the ferry dock, this diminutive fish restaurant, its facade stippled with blue polka dots, has tables right on the quay and a…
Zakynthos
In a small, tree-lined square right down at the far southern end of town and well away from the worst of the tourist hubbub, this nautical-themed, family…
Jordan's Meat...ing Steak House
Milos
Just imagine: you spent the day at the beach. You come here, suntanned, happy, salty, ravenous. Then comes the moment of ecstasy: a giant slab of…
Sifnos
Look out over the countryside or lounge by the pool (yes, pool!) at this bright and breezy contemporary restaurant. Chef Giorgos Patriarchis does the…
Alonnisos
This down-to-earth long-time local favourite, next to the National Bank on the main road, tempts with its cheerful welcome and well-priced fresh fish,…
Andros
There's no better place to watch the sunset than the covered terrace of this relaxed restaurant, just up from the harbour. There are a couple of token…
Dodecanese
With its lively terrace affording Olympian views of the Aegean, the casual Loza is a great spot to eat after visiting Hora. The menu ranges from tasty…
Kythira
The coolest cafe along Kapsali Beach, with nicely padded seats, baby-blue tables and a boho-chic vibe. Settle down over juices or shakes, coffee or beer,…
Skiathos Town
Excellent thin-crust pizza twirled in the air kicks things off at this popular Italian spot off the main church square, above the old port. Fresh pasta,…
Skiathos Town
Huddled above the old port, sophisticated Lo & La shows off a genial Italian-Greek couple's expertly prepared kitchen favourites on a breezy, whitewashed…
Limnos
The traffic circle may not be the most appealing of surrounds, but this place is special thanks to its creative take on traditional taverna fare. It…
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…
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