Must-see restaurants in Greece

  • O Apostolis

    Hora (Naxos)

    Occupying a tiny plaza right at the heart of labyrinthine Bourgos, O Apostolis serves up traditional dishes in its pretty flagstone courtyard. The…

  • Aloni

    Serifos

    Halfway up the hill between Livadi and Hora, signposted on the right, Aloni offers splendid panoramas and an upscale feel. Islanders rate it among Serifos…

  • To Ouzeri

    Fira

    Central and cheerfully dressed in red gingham, this terrace restaurant has surprisingly reasonable prices and a good local following. Expect top…

  • Glykeria Tavern

    Hania Province

    One of the best options for a feed in Elafonisi, family-run Glykeria offers a mix of Cretan classics, burgers, pasta and seafood, as well as sea views and…

  • I Stemnitsa

    Peloponnese

    The only taverna open year-round in Stemnitsa, and it's a solid one, just behind the bell tower. Eat inside or sit outdoors under giant umbrellas. The…

  • En Plo

    Rethymno

    One of several tavernas right at the water’s edge below the fortress, En Plo does dependable faves like shrimp spaghetti and grilled salmon but shows its…

  • To Stavrodromi

    Corfu

    A homey dinner-only joint at the main crossroads just east of Pelekas. Delicious local specialities include Corfu’s finest kontosouvli (spit-roast pork…

  • Barbagiannis

    Athens

    An Exarhia institution since 1915, this low-key mayirio (cookhouse) is popular with students and anyone with a taste for good-value, homestyle Greek food,…

  • Fish Tavern 1960

    Hania Province

    This classic taverna on the central waterfront is known for fresh fish (which you can take a look at in the kitchen before ordering) but also has plenty…

  • Petrino

    Dodecanese

    Hands down the most succulent meat on the island is to be found at smart Petrino. Aside from delicious steaks there's octopus salad, stewed rabbit, and…

  • Molos

    Skopelos

    A smarter-than-most taverna towards the north end of the seafront promenade, with flagstone floors, baby-blue decor, a warm welcome and a seafood-starring…

  • Fassoulas Grill House

    Skiathos Town

    The local go-to for some of the best souvlakia (cubes of meat on skewers), gyros (meat slithers cooked on a vertical rotisserie; usually eaten with pitta…

  • Loukas Taverna

    Samos

    Upon entering Manolates you'll see signs, one after the other, pointing the way to this traditional eatery above the village. Proud owner Manolis serves…

  • Ariston Cafe

    Ierapetra

    This modern cafe is known for its good coffee and gooey loukoumadhes (honey doughnuts) along with generously stuffed fresh sandwiches, cakes and cheese…

  • O Tarsanas Restaurant

    Samos

    Named for Kokkari's old boat-building area, this authentic old-style Greek taverna – nothing more, nothing less – does great pizzas and mousakas…

  • Kalosta

    Mykonos

    Drunk with sunshine and skin tangy with sea salt, beachgoers make their way up to Kalosta's shady terrace overlooking Panormos Beach. Bask in the…

  • Yianni’s

    Rethymno Province

    Just south of the Venetian fountain, this friendly place has a big roadside terrace, reliably good traditional cooking and a decent house red. Try the…

  • Ikaros

    Alonnisos

    A cheerful terrace cafe with green deckchairs, fresh juices, light meals, Greek desserts and a supermarket by the waterside. Owner and author Kostas…

  • O Michalis

    Skopelos

    The red door, hand-painted signs and tiled floors give away this snappy cafe, known for its perfect fresh tyropita (cheese pie). At night the place morphs…

  • Tavern Aggeliko

    Pelion Peninsula

    Drive 18km southeast from Volos to find this little gem in the main square of Ano Gatzea, serving very good Greek standards and wine at very decent prices…

  • Starenio

    Corfu Town

    A magical little bakery, dripping with bougainvillea, where in-the-know locals linger at tables on the sloping pedestrian street to savour cakes, coffee,…

  • Stefanis

    Pelion Peninsula

    This little ouzerie in Agios Georgios, on your left as you enter the village from Volos, is best for traditional mayirefta (ready-cooked meals), all…

  • Abakas

    Corfu Town

    Let your inner carnivore loose at this excellent grill house, which has a keen local following and is set a little way off the noisy tourist strip. Sit…

  • Café Bar Cavos

    Samos

    An efficient and comfortable Kokkari harbour bar, serving good breakfasts, afternoon snacks, fresh juices and evening cocktails. Decent prices, plus free…

  • Taverna Archontariki

    Kalambaka

    Roomy traditional taverna at the corner of Plateia Riga Fereou, with some outdoor tables. Mayirefta (ready-cooked dishes) such as mousakas are the…

  • Lucky's Souvlaki

    Fira

    A top spot for cheap eats on Fira's main street. Perch on a bar stool and demolish a tasty gyros pitta (pork, chicken or lamb), or attack a plate of…

  • Kouzina Kioupia

    Thessaloniki

    Bright, friendly and spilling onto the plaza, this welcoming taverna fills with happy local families and tables full of friends. Straightforward taverna…

  • Varkoula

    Kythira

    At this seasonal taverna at the far-northern end of the bay in Kythira’s northernmost settlement you can dine on freshly grilled fish or lobster…

  • Dimitroukas

    Central Greece

    On a largely pedestrianised street southwest of the central square, this friendly spot has been pleasing locals since 1975. As well as no-nonsense seafood…

  • Patrelantonis

    Hania Province

    On Marathi beach, this dependable seafood taverna is well regarded by locals and visitors. Lunch under the shady beachside tamarisk trees on dishes like…

  • Pizzeria Ristorante Siciliana

    Ierapetra

    This ristorante with peach interior and linen-bedecked tables overlooks the big blue and offers a choice of classic Greek starters followed by wood-fired…

  • Hovoli

    Evia

    Greek wines, traditionally made coffees, fruity cocktails and sharing platters of local cheeses and cold cuts are delivered on a sprawling deck across the…

  • Kafe stou Peri

    Small Cyclades

    Open year-round, this colourful and friendly little cafe on the main street of Hora has crêpes, waffles, sandwiches and fresh salads, as well as breakfast…

  • Taste Diaries

    Hora (Mykonos)

    If you've got a craving for sweet or savoury crêpes, waffles or creamy yoghurt – any time of the day or night in peak season – this is the place to come…

  • Taverna Patsouras

    Argostoli

    Since 1963 this simple place next to the fish market has been grilling and frying delicious seafood. There's no glitz or glamour; it's just down-to-earth…

  • Akrogiali

    Ios

    In the complex across the road from the ferry quay, Akrogiali is a good, well-priced seafood taverna. The locals eat here, which gives it a tick from the…

  • Archipelagos

    Kythnos

    Come to this friendly, low-key taverna for grilled sardines, scorpion fish, red mullet and other bounty from the sea, as well as Greek salad topped with…

  • Gevomai kai Magevomai

    Athens

    Stroll off the pedestrian way to find this small corner taverna with marble-topped tables. Neighbourhood denizens know it as one of the best for home…

  • O Poulos

    The Mani

    Original shared plates are on offer at this eat-street choice. Tasty salads and cheese dishes take their place alongside fish and meat; ask for the pie of…

  • Klimataria

    Pelion Peninsula

    This pretty restaurant, near the historical Agia Marina church on Kissos’ village square, makes a delightful lunchtime haunt. Be sure to try their…

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