Evia
Perched above a pebble beach 3km south of the harbour, with a breezy seaside terrace, this cheery little taverna specialises in well-cooked classic fish…
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Samos
An outstanding grill house on the waterfront near the main square, with snappy service and a good choice of pork, chicken and lamb gyros, pitta souvlaki,…
Ikaria
On the waterfront facing the square, this busy traditional eatery serves tasty grills, several very good mayirefta (ready-cooked) options and fresh fish …
Hydra Town
Newly opened in 2019, Giasemi comes highly recommended by locals. It has a nice canopied terrace and a decent range of Greek staples – from fava-bean…
Ierapetra
All the expected Greek staples are accounted for on the multi-language picture menu of this classic taverna. Enjoy fetching views of the sea on the…
Kefallonia
One of a couple of tavernas in Divarata village, Alexandros stands out for its flower-festooned terrace and quality dishes such as veal with onion sauce…
Fira
This extremely popular little place specialises in, you guessed it, crêpes and waffles. The savoury crêpes, featuring feta cheese, smoked bacon, egg,…
Corfu Town
Low-key, traditional seafood taverna that makes a welcome way station on the curving seafront road, serving fresh-caught fish and a brilliant-value daily …
Hora (Mykonos)
With a well-judged menu of Mykonian favourites, this cosy place is popular with locals and foodies in the know. It’s heavy on meat – try the meatballs,…
Hania Province
This beachside family tavern is recommended for its friendly service. It serves Greek staples as well as some Cretan specialities, such as rabbit stifadho…
Cyclades
Set on a picturesque street leading up from the kastro at the centre of Hora, this humble-looking place serves good local specialities such as roast goat,…
Corfu Town
Lovely waterfront restaurant, with a shaded terrace jutting over the turquoise waters that’s often packed at lunchtime. Diners relish Greek classics, from…
Hania Province
Straightforward Cretan and Greek dishes are the order of the day at this long-standing taverna near stony Halikia Beach. Pick from what’s fresh, arrayed…
Cyclades
The name means 'The Wave' and this taverna, right on the beach at Psathi, is good for seafood and local specialities like ladenia (similar to pizza,…
Captain Cook Self-Service Restaurant
Evia
An efficient seafront eatery rustling up a tasty, cheap bit of everything, from uncomplicated Greek salads and plates of feta to mousakas and roast…
Kefallonia
Low-slung, old-fashioned taverna on Lixouri’s seafront street, serving a mouthwatering menu of local-favourite dishes, including plenty of vegetarian…
Samos
Just past the square in Vourliotes, this atmospheric old eatery has a variety of mezedhes, including bourekakia (crunchy cheese-filled filo pastries)…
Kythnos
Set on the small square at the edge of the pedestrian part of Hora, this restaurant specialises in traditional island dishes, such as rooster cooked in…
Lefkada
This bright little evening-only gelateria, just off the pedestrian drag, scoops up delicious fresh ice cream in flavours from mastiha (a stomach-settling…
Samos
Under the shade of a wooden pergola and next to a running spring, this little taverna, halfway up the village in Manolates, serves grills and fine…
Limnos
In the main square of Platy, 2km east of Myrina, O Sozos excels in traditional Greek fare. Specialities include kokkaras flomaria (rooster served with…
Ikaria
A local favourite among the waterfront tavernas, Koralli specialises in fresh fish and chips, excellent meat grills, veggie salads and oven-ready…
Evia
From homemade cheese pies and chocolate cakes to light village breads, you'll want to eat everything at this friendly roadside bakery in the hamlet of…
Paros
This bakery-patisserie just off the main square and next to Hotel Argonauta has cabinets full of baklava, cake and traditional biscuits, plus perfect…
Tinos
The focus is on seafood at this friendly spot, tucked away at the southern end of the harbour. Try smoked fish dip and anchovies wrapped in vine leaves,…
Aegina
Harbourside eating at its best (mind the buzzing scooters rushing past). Try shrimps with tomatoes and feta, the horta (wild greens) and sardines, or one…
Hora (Mykonos)
Recently moved to stylish new digs, this popular restaurant serves Greek fusion dishes incorporating top ingredients. It's a good place to try local…
Hora (Mykonos)
Avra serves a menu that attempts to keep everyone happy – mainly European but dabbling in Chinese and Indian – in a golden-lit, bougainvillea-draped…
Corfu
Nautical-themed taverna, near the quayside but lacking sea views, where swordfish, slow-cooked lamb kleftiko and grilled prawns are nicely prepared and…
Ikaria
A family-run taverna with tradition, the Pashalia offers tasty homemade mezedhes, such as wild mushrooms, fresh wild asparagus and goat’s cheese, and is…
Lesvos
A fine seaside taverna overlooking the beach along the boardwalk, with fresh fish, grills, several veggie dishes (such as horta, or wild greens) and a…
Lesvos
A hands-down favourite for excellent gyros, pitta souvlaki and snappy service. Great for picnic lunches, too. Find it on the waterfront at the south end…
Hania Province
Near Georgioupoli’s central church, Arolithos has an extensive selection of appetisers and traditional Greek dishes such as spetsofaï (sausage-and-pepper…
Mykonos
Right on the beach, this chilled-out, catch-all tavern is well-loved by repeat customers who come here for grilled fish, moussaka, steak and a range of…
Corfu
Reliable veteran taverna on the eastern side of the beach, serving well-prepared and well-priced Greek classics, from fried-cheese parcels to an entire…
Serifos
One of two seafront tavernas right on the beach in scrappy Megalo Livadi, the Cyclops specialises in grilled fish and wild-fennel dumplings. The service…
Alonnisos
Pi & Fi roughly means 'quick and easy', like its grab-and-go kebabs and pitta souvlakia (cubes of meat on skewers). Opposite the police station on the…
Ikaria
Serves a variety of meat – souvlaki, steaks, kebabs, sausages – to take away or to eat on the spot, from simple gyros to large platters for two (€15).
Ikaria
If you want your lunch to be quick – something most tavernas can't guarantee – head to this veritable gyros place at the southern end of the seafront.
Hania
Packed with fresh Cretan breads and sweets, this bakery gets jammed with locals, too, buying its wares or taking them out to the shaded plaza tables with…
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