Nicosia (Lefkosia)
The most famous ice-cream parlour in town, in business since 1939. Get stuck into classic flavours such as coffee and Irish cream, or go completely local…
Must-see restaurants in Cyprus
Troödos Mountains
Close to the southern end of the Kaledonia Trail from Troödos, this restaurant receives many hungry hikers. It has an adjoining trout farm, from which it…
Cyprus
This rustic, homely restaurant overlooks the rocks on Horseshoe Beach. It's known for its simple meals of barbecued seafood; the perfect lunch after a…
Troödos Mountains
Set in a large stone building, this family tavern serves such traditional dishes as kleftiko (oven-baked lamb) and souvla (skewered meat, usually lamb)…
Troödos Mountains
This place has a wooden terrace overlooking the village, and provides good and simple summer meals, such as fresh salads, fassolia (white beans) and faggi…
Cyprus
Our pick of the lunch spots along the west coast, Karabetça is known for its super-fresh seafood, friendly service and good value. It also has a prime…
Cyprus
Located on the Boǧaz harbour area with great sea views, reasonably priced Kiyi serves fresh fish (caught daily) with large portions of chips. Service is…
Agia Napa
The best place in town to stock up on supplies for the road or picnics, or just pop in for a quick lunch. Great croissants and seriously tasty pies and…
Cyprus
This small family-run place on the edge of the main square rustles up a mighty fine piece of cake and some good sandwiches, accompanied with chatty,…
Akamas Peninsula
Locals continue to rate this atmospheric, traditional family-owned place as one of the top spots in town for fresh fish. Try the succulent fish meze.
Nicosia (Lefkosia)
Souvlaki combos, in both sandwich and plate options. Cheap, cheerful and with the added bonus of a quiet courtyard to dine in out the back.
Cyprus
This family-run restaurant dishes up mains of grilled fish or chicken served with a plethora of rustic and tasty meze.
North Nicosia (Lefkoşa)
The sprawling terrace here is nearly always packed with a youthful, well-heeled crowd tucking into dishes from fajitas to Asian noodles to Turkish kebab…
Cyprus
Panayiotis has had the same ebullient owner, Andreas, since 1963. The speciality fish meze is generally a sound choice, though, sadly, the quality can be…
Nicosia (Lefkosia)
If you're souvenir shopping in Laïki Yitonia, this municipality-run restaurant is one of your best bets for lunch. The menu of standard Greek dishes –…
North Nicosia (Lefkoşa)
Bibliotheque's huge, beautifully renovated interior (with a great bar area) and alleyway seating, shaded by colourful upturned umbrellas, make it a highly…
Nicosia (Lefkosia)
Katoï is advertised widely around Agia Marina and overlooks the village itself. The restaurant's lights are visible from some distance away at night, and…
Cyprus
Don't expect a romantic, cosy dinner for two – this place is bustling and busy. With a location smack on the shore, the main event here, unsurprisingly,…
Kyrenia (Girne)
A harbourside staple, Six Brothers has a large menu of simple kebabs and seafood. Portions are on the small side but the restaurant remains popular for…
Agia Napa
A Polynesian-themed restaurant complete with banana trees and oversized flowers that serves Asian-inspired food. You don't get more Agia Napa than this…
Nicosia (Lefkosia)
This totally old-school cafe and bakery has been in business since 1948. Come here for a slice of freshly made spinach and feta pie. Melissa also does…
Cyprus
Grab a table on the shoreside to make the most of the sea views, and dine on well-cooked and flavourful kebab dishes as well as all the usual Turkish…
Troödos Mountains
Located opposite the playground, this restaurant is geared towards tourists but still serves reasonable food, including local trout.
Cyprus
Mardin has a terrace with tempting views over the sea and dishes up good-quality seafood dishes, meze and kebabs.
Cyprus
This restaurant dishes up traditional Turkish kebab plates and a small but filling array of mixed meze.
