Hydra
Gregarious Theo creates an eclectic range of dishes, from a beef fillet with rose-pepper sauce to a spicy Asian curry.
Must-see restaurants in Greek Islands
Thasos
At the beginning of Theologos, just before the church, this charming cafe has balcony seating, coffee and snacks.
Hydra Town
A chance for romantic candlelit dining with a solid repertoire of Italian dishes, some using freshly made pasta.
Hydra Town
This chic, all-white waterside restaurant is Hydra Town's gourmet entry. It turns into a night-time dance venue.
Saronic Gulf Islands
A popular restaurant in Skala, with good meat and fish dishes, a decent wine selection and a busy terrace.
Lesvos
A good place to stop for a light meal or a more substantial grilled dish in the main square of Mantamados.
Samos
Excellent tiny three-table gem, with superb small plates and charming service from Sophia and friends.
Samos
Serves good Greek standards in a lovely garden setting. It's up to the left behind the main square.
Hydra Town
Cheerful brothers run this dreamy terrace restaurant with views out across the port and mountains.
Alonnisos
A traditional waterside taverna with plenty of seafood on offer, handy for late ferry arrivals.
Thasos
Located 1km west of Thasos (Limenas), Tarsanas offers great fish and unique seafood mezedhes.
Saronic Gulf Islands
A quayside favourite for delicious seafood, friendly service and occasional Greek dancing.
Corfu
Shaded by vines by day, lit by hurricane lamps by night, this olive-and-cream gem spreads across a partly al fresco seafront terrace. Enjoy stifadho (meat…
Rethymno Province
At the oldest taverna in town, the owner-chef will likely invite you to inspect whatever dishes are stewing in his kitchen that day before you make your…
Dodecanese
From the Stavros junction a rough track winds upwards to the shepherd's hut on the mountain spine and then an extremely rough track winds downwards to…
Zakynthos
A prime spot for people-watching, this welcoming taverna spreads through a broad and breezy terrace on the open pedestrian precinct behind the Byzantine…
Iraklio
The oldest among the row of tavernas vying for business in a quiet passageway off Odos 1866, Giakoumis offers myriad mayirefta (ready-cooked meals) and…
Kos Town
Peaceful and balmy, this graceful, if rather 'sanitised', restaurant has a leafy garden shaded by bougainvillea, overlooking Kos Town’s western group of…
Ionian Islands
Presided over by the genial Dodo, this friendly little taverna is hidden in a quirky secret garden (follow the signs from the southern end of the…
Hania Province
You’ll know Kyma by the fish tank out the front. It’s known for its seafood, supplied by the owner’s brother, and the restaurant raises its own meat. Try…
Dodecanese
About 200m behind the beach, this taverna has slow-cooked food like goat stew, and regulars like squid saganaki (stuffed with fried cheese), souvlakia and…
Lefkada
It's not the best-value place to eat on Lefkada, but it's the closest restaurant to dazzling but earthquake-ravaged Porto Katsiki beach. Relax on the…
Mykonos
The smell of grilled lamb chops, sizzling burgers and grilled calamari wafts down from this long-standing taverna and over Fokos Beach. It's been…
Fira
Settle in on this terrace above busy Ypapanti for some imaginative takes on local dishes, accompanied by caldera views. Some creations are inspired while…
Hania Province
You'll be tempted by the lamb or other tasty meat grilling on the spit outside Taverna Progoulis, which has tables under the trees next to a pebbly dry…
Dodecanese
Overlooking the commercial port (as opposed to Bouka), this conspicuous taverna has unbroken sea views. There's a touch of the sticky-menu factor about it…
Karpathos
One of several village tavernas with a broad mountain-view terrace, smack in the middle of town, check-cloth tables and a menu featuring rural…
Evia
Old black-and-white photos and sky-blue trim decorate this century-old taverna known for its well-priced standards such as fish soup, taramasalata (a…
Ios
Come here, at the entrance to Mylopotas, to chill out next to the beach over bumper brunches, sandwiches and wraps. Choose from a long, healthy-sounding…
Corfu Town
A favourite local rendezvous, especially for leisurely lunches, this stately cafe-restaurant set a block back from the Liston serves a Mediterranean…
Amorgos
The captain, who is seriously into good food, whips up mouthwatering dishes to serve on his convivial harbourside patio. Crowding the tempting menu are…
Corfu Town
With outdoor tables on both sides of the pedestrian street, this classy place has won awards for its moreish homemade gnocchi, cannelloni and pizza. Leave…
Kos Town
This side-street seafood taverna seems to be the tourist favourite; it's been around since fish became dinosaurs and seems to keep the hordes happy. But…
Lefkada
Long-standing taverna on the marina side of town, with a homely enclosed dining room and a wind-free quayside terrace. Come for dependable seafood –…
Argostoli
Wood ceilinged and stone walled, this friendly taverna offers local seafood such as squid, grilled shrimp and octopus, plus carnivore favourites…
Corfu
Of the procession of similar tavernas that serve up seafront dining at Agios Stefanos, Fagopotion, presided over by the genial Christos, has to be the…
Karpathos
Smart and efficient, this quayside taverna near the ferry jetty serves authentic Karpathian specialities such as makarounes (homemade pasta with…
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