Must-see restaurants in Greece

  • Gerakas Taverna

    Zakynthos

    The closest taverna to Gerakas Beach, just before the end of the road, this place makes an obvious stop as you explore the island. It serves local…

  • Cafe du Moulin

    Dodecanese

    Tucked in the cool shadows of a little square by the church of Agios Ioannis Theologos, this restaurant is run by a house-proud French- and Italian…

  • Taverna Lefkosia

    Dodecanese

    The island's oldest taverna, where the check-clothed tables and red chairs spread out onto the quay and the menu abounds in homemade island specialities…

  • Seirios

    Ioannina

    Sprawling indoor-outdoor Seirios is the place to come when your group can't agree: its menu is all over the map, from Greek staples to pasta to Chinese…

  • Zen Restaurant

    Samos

    Among several etsi-ketsi (so-so) seafront eateries, Zen stands out for its well-prepared fresh fish, salads and mezedhes, along with surprises such as…

  • Fuego

    Epiros

    This perfectly serviceable eatery has a broad menu: grilled meats, rosemary-salted fries, tender pastas – likely something for everyone.

  • To Steki

    Samos

    Unpretentious and welcoming back-alley eatery with generous grills, gavros (marinated small fish), salads and homemade soups.

  • Tsikoudo Taverna

    Chios

    A veritable place in string of waterfront eateries; look for the red tablecloths. Good service, and a decent traditional menu.

  • Robinson

    Samos

    A nice pit stop for juicy pitta souvlaki and gyros at the main junction of Pythagorio, a few doors towards the port.

  • O Dionysos

    Zagorohoria

    Along upper Monodendri’s main street, Dionysos is a workaday taverna that also has a range of traditional Epirot pies.

  • Elia Taverna

    Samos

    Once a popular taverna, now a fairly standard tourist restaurant.

  • Taverna Sarakiniko

    Hania Province

    Run by Manolis the fisherman and his wife, Gerti, this taverna serves Manolis’ fresh catch daily. Try the tangy grilled octopus or red snapper braised…

  • Ilios

    Hania Province

    Ilios is the best spot in town for fish and seafood, though it offers a full range of Cretan classics and breakfast, too. Rooms are also available.

  • Notos

    Hania Province

    Excellent mezedhes are on offer at this place set back from the beach. Order a range of small plates, like stuffed onions, and dig in.

  • Theophilos Cafe

    Hania Province

    About a 10-minute walk up from Agios Ioannis beach, this place caters to campers with coffee and snacks.

  • Pavlos

    Hania Province

    Sit by the harbour and feast on all manner of freshly grilled meat and fish.

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