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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Thasos
An outdoor ouzerie opposite the fishing boats on the Old Harbour. Frequented by locals and tourists alike, with traditional music and tasty mezedhes.
Limnos
Near the end of the waterfront, To Limanaki serves up well-priced fresh seafood and late-night meat grills, along with cheery service and good Limnos wine.
Iraklio
Sells excellent freshly baked kalitsounia (lightly fried filled pastries) along with other traditional sweets made by a women’s cooperative.
Hania Province
Load up on fresh bread and sweet treats paired with hot or iced coffees to go, or dine in on sweet and savoury crêpes or gelato at the attached cafe.
Hania Province
Shady Lygaria, at the quieter end of Lake Kournas, makes decent traditional Greek dishes such as lamb tsigariasto (sautéed lamb).
Evia
Look for the colourful tables and chairs opposite the ferry dock: this snappy grill does a great job with its fine pitta gyros and salads.
Chios
Busy port-side eatery touting oil-drenched sun-dried tomatoes, grilled cod, traditional Chios sausages and fresh gavros (white anchovies).
Hania Province
This unassuming place cornering the main square serves decent souvlaki (€8), along with a range of grilled meats and the usual Greek dishes.
Piraeus
A good place to have a bite while you wait for the ferry – a simple choice of Greek staples, souvlaki and gyros. The service is friendly.
Cyclades
A civilised all-day spot at Porto Sikinos Hotel, with a jazzy soundtrack and a big menu of coffee, cocktails, crêpes, salads and pasta.
Macedonia
If you're waiting for a train, this taverna on the crossroads above the station serves good Greek standards in a faux-rustic interior.
Parga
This chain cafe on Krioneri Beach tempts your sweet tooth with chocolate-drizzled waffles and ice cream. It also has very good coffee.
Hora (Mykonos)
Hidden in Hora's labyrinthine depths, this tiny cafe serves simple breakfasts, plus salads, sandwiches and juices throughout the day.
Hora (Mykonos)
This waterfront cafe offers a small menu of Mediterranean dishes, good breakfasts, friendly staff and protection from the north wind.
Chios
This historical parlour has been treating visitors and locals to great mastic-flavoured and dried-fruit ice creams since 1929.
Hania Province
Antartis has excellent mezedhes and Cretan dishes such as staka (goat’s-milk sauce over juicy cubes of goat meat).
Mykonos
Just up from Psarou beach, this established favourite focuses largely on the bounty of the sea, prepared Mediterranean-style.
Lesvos
A quick, tasty backstreet grill house near the supermarket, with great pork gyros, kebabs, mixed grills and salads.
Hora (Mykonos)
A fresh look for a souvlaki joint: bright and cheerful, with well-priced gyros, gourmet burgers, steaks and salads.
Nafplio
A worthy contender for Nafplio's best souvlakia and gyros, this grilled meat joint has whimsical decor and a meaty menu.
Serifos
Tucked behind Sykamia, one of Serifos' best beaches, this taverna serves fresh fish and good takes on Greek standards.
Limnos
The large taverna on the seafront in Moudros cooks outstanding fish soup in addition to Aegean seafood standards.
Preveza
The friendly 'mermaid' taverna on a side street near the water prepares excellent fresh fish dishes and grills.
Ikaria
Excellent traditional taverna in Arethousa, serving traditional Greek dishes from a terrace overlooking the sea.
Peloponnese
An unassuming spot near the ruins of ancient Corinth, this is a likeable option for no-frills meats and salads.
Kythnos
On the southern bend of the waterfront, this humble taverna offers a menu of classic, meat-centric Greek hits.
Hania Province
Among the row of seafront tavernas, Delfini is recommended for its fresh fish dishes and friendly service.
Ioannina
Simple fish and grills are served at this humble island eatery. There are tables outside under the trees.
Hora (Mykonos)
Tops for delivery to your hotel, with a huge, filling menu of gyros, souvlaki, kebabs and more.
Lesvos
Nothing fancy, just traditional Greek recipes in an antiques-filled taverna on the seafront in Vatera.
Monemvasia
Pizza, pasta and traditional foods are on the menu at this casual joint on Monemvasia's main strip.
Limnos
The last eatery along the waterfront, O Glaros commands the best view of the small harbour.
Athens
This cheerful taverna just off Plateia Iroön turns out decent, no-frills traditional food.
Nafplio
Relax under the shady sycamore trees on Nafplio's main square during extensive breakfasts.
Dodecanese
Separate sections serve good seafood meals, and drinks and snacks. Right on the beach.
Hania Province
This modern fish taverna has harbour views and a range of reliable seafood dishes.
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Offering a classic Athens Riviera dining ambience, Bistro Lutetia overlooks the pool at Somewhere boutique hotel. The award-winning chef Christoforos…
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