Hania Province
In a traditional stone building with a tree-shaded courtyard, Aristea does a menu of grilled meats, seafood, and Cretan classics such as snails, rooster…
Must-see restaurants in Greek Islands
Small Cyclades
A mainstay in Stavros as it's open year-round, this taverna above the port serves up Greek staples with everything from gyros to Greek salads to fish…
Sifnos
Beautifully situated on a tree-shaded terrace off the Steno, this cafe and restaurant pays homage to Sifnos’ culinary traditions. Expect char-grilled…
Mykonos
On the side of the main road near Ano Mera, Italian chef Daniele has been thrilling local palates with his take on Italian and Mediterranean dishes, using…
Kythira
Fresh seafood, served on the beach; look for the painted sign showing a mermaid riding a dolphin. Although it doesn't actually serve either mermaid or…
Mykonos
Overlooking a bay filled with fishing boats, just along from Ornos beach, this restaurant is renowned for the owner's crushing handshake and delicious…
Karpathos
Step through the low hanging fog of tobacco smoke into a vintage scene of old boys playing backgammon. Expect hearty fare such as calamari, stifadho (meat…
Dodecanese
Ostria's menu tends toward seafood, with a few meat dishes thrown in for good measure. Mussels, grilled shrimps, salted mackerel and octopus in vinegar…
Lindos
This cosy hole-in-the-wall has pebble floors and bougainvillea snaking up its whitewashed walls, plus a roof terrace and a pretty vine-shaded canopy. Come…
Rethymno
Come here for pizzas piled with fresh ingredients and baked in a stone oven even the Italians would approve of. Or fill up with fresh pasta, complemented…
Samos
Popular taverna in heart of the village, serving traditional dishes such as yemista (stuffed tomatoes), mousakas and rabbit stifadho (stew), plus…
Corfu Town
Tucked into an alley near the Church of Agios Spyridon, this cosy restaurant with checked tablecloths and peach-coloured interior delights with antipasti,…
Mykonos
This seaside taverna has been run by the same family for three generations. The current proprietor, Nikolas, goes fishing for fresh catch of the day to go…
Alonnisos
Attached to Ikion Diving, this easy-going cafe-bar serves tyropita, salads, pastas, pitta wraps, cocktails (€7.50) and good breakfasts in the shade of a…
Oia
On a stone deck overlooking the sea, Ambrosia serves modern Greek dishes such as duck with wild cherry accompanied by flickering candlelight and white…
Ikaria
Join the regulars for good grills and salads, fresh chips, beer or tsipouro at this small and unpretentious mezedhopoleio (place serving mezedhes) on the…
Dodecanese
Since 1959, this no-frills, family-run taverna, a short walk from Petra Beach, has served up zesty Greek salads, fresh seafood, and traditional Greek…
Karpathos
Part of a cluster of five almost-identical cafes-tavernas with waterside tables at the northern end of Lefkos Harbour, this all-day cafe serves everything…
Evia
Just 3.5km west of town, this roadside favourite dishes up a terrific variety of seafood: mussels, prawns, oysters, calamari, octopus. Tasty pastas,…
Thasos
Set 800m on the right when entering Theologos, this big taverna has great balcony views of village roofs and verdure below. Run by Kostas Giatrou (‘the…
Lesvos
No-frills old-fashioned eatery with waiters in ties. It specialises in generous mayirefta (ready-cooked meals) such as chicken and potatoes, stuffed…
Ios
Ignore the international dishes and go for the authentic Thai flavours, created by the Thai owner-chef. A backstreet spot with plenty of atmosphere,…
Alonnisos
Enormous speciality platters of fresh grilled fish and hand-cooked chips are delivered to terrace tables at this buzzy traditional-feel spot on the…
Mykonos
Tasos is from the old school of beachfront tavernas. Open since 1962, this perennially popular place, bang on Paraga Beach, is relaxed and unpretentious…
Tinos
This colourful, rustic, little place is on the narrow taverna-packed lane veering off the bottom of Evangelistria. The menu bursts with local flavours…
Milos
The whole cheerful family is involved at this top-notch taverna in a picturesque lane. Classic Greek dishes have an assured touch and range from grilled…
Evia
A standout along the touristed seafront restaurant strip, serving decent pizza, mezedhes (appetisers), mousakas and fresh catch of the day at beach-facing…
Kefallonia
Enjoy whatever fish or seafood takes your fancy – or simply order a sunset cocktail – perched on a broad and breezy terrace 200m up from the beach and…
Evia
Sitting on the western waterfront overlooking the narrowest point of the Evripos Channel, Vrahos is great for lingering over fresh fish, grilled octopus,…
Lesvos
Between the National Bank and the town parking, this quick-stop eatery serves tasty pitta souvlaki, pork and chicken kebabs, whole and half chickens, and…
Hania Province
This taverna with dramatic views down the valley in Kefali village certainly lives up to its name – and then some. It serves Greek classics and grilled…
Sifnos
Trendy breakfast and lunch spot by day, cocktail bar with live sports by night, Bola seems almost too hip for laidback Vathi. Come to this 'tapas bar and…
Corfu
Buzzing sunset-view restaurant on Kassiopi's curving harbour front, where you can enjoy robust, hearty Corfiot dishes such as bianco, a big chunk of bone…
Corfu Town
A friendly haven draped in violently bright bougainvillea and with pastel-blue chairs set out in a quiet little square, away from the Liston action; zesty…
Samos
Relax away from the waterfront at this side-street psarotaverna (fish taverna) near the castle. Fresh fish by the kilo and hearty soups and salads, with…
Ikaria
Ikaros is a classic village ovelistirio, or grill house, referring to the upright grill for making gyros. Excellent food, lively atmosphere, snappy…
Oia
Near the bus station, Lolita’s sells scoopfuls of homemade heaven, including classics like blueberry and pistachio, plus original flavours like rosewater…
Saronic Gulf Islands
Fresh fish and specialities such as seafood linguine or pork fillet with aubergine purée are hallmarks of the popular Orloff. The terrace sits above the…
Elounda
This quick-feed stop on the main square has a lively al fresco area beside the clock tower and dishes up huge salads, pizza, gyros (meat slivers cooked on…
Corfu
A feast of carpaccio, risotto and pasta awaits you at this little cottage on Kassiopi's main street. The cosy stone-floored interior features checked…
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