Corfu Town
Rather wonderful rooftop bar that makes an ideal venue for mellow predinner drinks, with stunning views across the Spianada to the Palaio Frourio. There's…
Must-see nightlife in Greece
Ios
If you can’t find your tribe on Hora’s main square, they might be here – at the Irish-owned Fun Pub, on the main road through the town. It does what it…
Rhodes Town
The New Town's busy central rendezvous sprawls across a large open-air terrace beneath the shade of a spreading plane tree, across the street from…
Samos
In the main street, this smallish modern place combines the virtues of a deli and an ouzerie (place that sells ouzo and like snacks). Ouzo and tsipouro…
Meteora & Thessaly
Music is very much the mainstay in this cavernous, high-ceilinged corner bar in the Manavika district, with exposed-stone walls, framed pop-culture…
Agios Nikolaos
The clientele is chatty, the rock music thunderous and the beer ice cold at this funky haunt that's rocked the waterfront since 1983, making it the town's…
Rethymno
A popular hang-out with locals is this vibrant cafe with a bohemian flavour that attracts a mixed crowd of students, fashionistas and artists. Join them…
Macedonia
There are more animated spots within earshot, but this relaxed little cafe-bar plays good music, makes good coffee and serves stronger stuff for the…
Thessaloniki
Pushing the food almost as much as the cocktails, this gleamingly kempt bar makes the most of its harbourside position with enormous plate-glass windows…
Rhodes Town
Thanks to three little tables fixed to the ancient stonework, this tiny hole-in-the-wall cafe provides a rare opportunity to sit outside on one of the…
Parga
It's hard to compete with the breezy waterfront bars, but Veranda has two assets: a grand view (nice at sunset) and quality cocktails shaken up by the now…
Rethymno
Wake up and smell the coffee at this hip microroaster that offers a pleasing array of speciality beans. Whether you're into V60, Aeropress, Chemex, syphon…
Fira
Not to be outdone by the Irish a few doors up, the Scots are here with this raucous party bar that goes off late at night. During the day you might catch…
Thessaloniki
This charismatic waterfront cafe-bar is packed with nomads and locals – its rock soundtrack, lack of glitz and general likeness to the captain's quarters…
Athens
One of several nice cafes on pretty, green Plateia Proskopon, this airy, colourful place has the typical unpretentious Pangrati vibe, plus solid food …
Dodecanese
Venerable stone bar on the square, where the old boys gather to discuss the issues of the day. The interior is refreshingly blue, with glass-topped tables…
Skiathos Town
Orb-like lamps, exposed-brick walls and a contemporary-industrial look create a suitably moody vibe at this cool handcrafted-cocktail bar, named for…
Dodecanese
Over 100 years old, this venerable, high-raftered, wood-panelled bar, at the heart of the waterfront, is a major local landmark and rendezvous point…
Athens
Friendly corner spot on the quieter end of the Iraklidon pedestrian route. Cold-brew coffee, craft beer and ouzo are on offer.
Fira
This is edge-of-the-caldera stuff, with stupendous views, delicious cocktails – its champagne cocktails are a speciality – a fashionable crowd and…
Rhodes Town
Peer through the miasma of cigarette smoke past prints of Bowie and Morrison, and you should find a few arty types propping up the bar. With its nostalgic…
Elounda
This day-to-night stalwart has been getting mobbed by tourists, expats and locals for nearly 30 years – and for good reason. The drinks are cold and…
Small Cyclades
A cosy little cavern of a bar and a hip late-night hangout, Scholio serves you from a long list of cocktails (both original and classic) to a soundtrack…
Athens
Location, location, location! This cafe-bar sits at the junction of the two pedestrianised cafe strips and has a sweeping view up to the Acropolis. The…
Skopelos
Clamber above the churches at the far end of the old quay to this divine sea-view terrace. It's friendly and efficient, with coffees, fresh fruit and…
Agios Nikolaos
This alt-flavoured lair buzzes with the conversation of earnest boho locals and offers a cocktail of cool tunes, a sea-facing terrace, and an eclectic…
Skopelos
Climb the twisting whitewashed stairs just left of the town hall to find this soothing, fabulously positioned cafe-bar spread across a tree-studded…
Ikaria
This snappy portside bar, with great pitta snacks, draught beer and good coffee, owes its name to the bank next door, with which it shares an interior…
Chios
Owner Dimitris is good to have a chat with and get travel tips from. He makes fresh orange juice from blood oranges and flavours Greek coffee with mastic…
Thessaloniki
Sitting just below street level, this snug waterfront cafe-bar is perfect for a Sunday-morning coffee (€3) or afternoon beer (€4). It's sometimes a good…
Skopelos
Taking its name from the church next door, this much-loved turquoise-trim veranda bar serves up music, fresh juices, Greek wines and carefully prepared…
Thessaloniki
Surrounded by the neighbourhood's dark office blocks and dive bars, this rooftop bar has views that are more Gotham City than postcard-pretty, but no…
Rethymno Province
This been-there-forever pub has a reputation for playing the best music in town. Owner Heinz is a singer-songwriter with eclectic tastes, which is why the…
Meteora & Thessaly
This chill music bar is hard to find, behind the Agiou Nikolaou church in the heart of town. It doesn’t open until 9pm, but most nights the beat goes on…
Small Cyclades
Just when you thought that tiny Donousa is about as far from hipsterdom as you can get, this stylish espresso/craft beer bar opens above the quay. The…
Hania Province
A hip, relaxed bar and music venue, Agios is one of Paleohora’s best hang-outs any time of day. It's a great spot for breakfast, with good coffee, and…
Dodecanese
Whether you choose a seat on its sun-soaked roof terrace or within its modish interior, this is a cool spot for a midday frappé or sunset glass of vino…
Athens
Climb any hill in Greece, and there's usually a cafe. The one on Strefi Hill, above Exarhia, is a casual spot for a coffee or afternoon beer and small…
Thessaloniki
Berlin has operated since 1979, and still welcomes a crowd of bleary-eyed party people seeking a grunge or Gothic fix to see them through until morning…
Athens
This 'vintage cafe' is only a few years old but has put some effort into looking and feeling like it's been around for decades. It has thoughtful staff…
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