Must-see restaurants in Central Greece

  • Taverna 5F

    Pelion Peninsula

    Village taverna serving the usual Greek standards, plus some Pelion touches such as spetsofaï (stewed pork sausages and peppers) and superb home-baked…

  • Taverna Folia

    Central Greece

    Tucked at the foot of a small stairway that connects two main streets 50m south of the central square, this old, cosy and very charming taverna serves…

  • Georgaras Restaurant

    Pelion Peninsula

    Veteran taverna, with its sea-view tables spreading across the main square in the shade of the plane trees. Highlights on the mountain-flavoured menu…

  • O Pileas

    Pelion Peninsula

    Now relocated in smart new premises at the southern end of the village, Pinakates’ best restaurant remains popular with locals and Volos folks for…

  • Taverna Diavlos

    Pelion Peninsula

    There's not a whole lot of choice for where to eat on little Palio Trikeri, but it doesn’t matter – Diavlos, right on the quayside, is pretty much perfect…

  • Taverna Harama

    Meteora & Thessaly

    Good traditional taverna in a lovely rural setting a few steps down off the main Kalambaka–Kastraki road; it's a 10-minute walk from either village. All…

  • Parnassos Taverna

    Central Greece

    Popular and dependable taverna on Plateia Xenias, alongside the post office and slightly above the taxi rank. Open year-round, with well-prepared…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • Maritsa Restaurant

    Galaxidi

    Facing Galaxidi’s strip of waterfront restaurants from a lovely location directly across the port, this upscale place specialises in fresh seafood,…

  • Fitilis Restaurant

    Central Greece

    With outdoor seating on a lively central square, Fitilis serves classic mayirefta (ready-cooked) dishes at value-for-money prices. If you're lucky, there…

  • O Manolas

    Pelion Peninsula

    Among the row of fish tavernas lined up along the Agia Kyriaki waterfront, this one is especially renowned for its lobster and spaghetti (among other…

  • Taverna Kapileio

    Meteora & Thessaly

    Spreading from an old cottage into the adjoining garden, this small taverna faces a small park a few minutes’ walk north of the Manavika district. As well…

  • To Avgo Tou Kokora

    Central Greece

    This friendly taverna – a short walk southwest from the main Plateia Markou Botsari – offers up the day's catch of fresh fish (sold whole, by weight) plus…

  • Apolafsi

    Pelion Peninsula

    In a lovely setting on its own terrace, just beyond and one level down from the central square, this place serves up a fine selection of traditional Greek…

  • Dionysos Souvlaki

    Delphi

    Great-value budget diner run by a family that conscientiously and efficiently whips up tasty dishes such as well-prepared souvlaki and Greek salads, to…

  • Kaisaras

    Central Greece

    Amfissa's go-to option for souvlaki, char-grilled meat, fresh potatoes and salads. Half a block off Plateia Isaia, west of the taxi rank.

  • Steki tou Kalofaga

    Central Greece

    This popular evening-only restaurant on Amfissa’s upper square serves up tasty souvlaki and other meaty snacks, plus good salads.

  • Taverna O Petros

    Pelion Peninsula

    This much-loved seaside restaurant sets out its tables beside the sand in the centre of Horefto beach. Diners are greeted with a complimentary shot of…

  • A+B Taverna

    Pelion Peninsula

    This longtime favourite stands in a handsome old house on the Portaria side of Makrinitsa’s car park. Sit in the roadside courtyard or find a table…

  • Restaurant Meteora

    Kalambaka

    Spreading over an outdoor terrace at the central roundabout, across from the fountain, this busy spot run by the Gerktsou family targets itself primarily…

  • Gibraltar

    Pelion Peninsula

    Having started out feeding the local shipbuilders, this veteran taverna, 1.5km south of Milina, now forms part of the appealing Marianthi Studios lodging…

  • Taverna Paradisos

    Meteora & Thessaly

    With its huge covered terrace overlooking the main road, just before the turnoff to Kastraki village centre, this large no-frills taverna serves up…

  • Taverna Meteora Vavitsas

    Meteora & Thessaly

    Festooned with dazzling flowers and thrusting trees, this eye-catching garden taverna stands beside the road as it climbs out of Kastraki towards the…

  • Tavernaki Vontzos

    Pelion Peninsula

    This veteran taverna is a local favourite for its good mayirefta (ready-cooked meals), house wine and cheerful service. It enjoys tremendous views down…

  • Epikouros

    Delphi

    One of Delphi’s bigger restaurants, with a menu to match, and a stunning terrace facing out to the gulf. Despite the occasional coach-party influx,…

  • Taverna Panorama

    Central Greece

    It's more about the food than the ambience in this cavernous backstreet restaurant, 300m west of the main square. There’s a leafy garden, but despite the…

  • Taverna Gardenia

    Meteora & Thessaly

    The most conspicuous taverna in the village centre, this place has a snug old-fashioned interior, plus an open-air grill/spit-roast alongside the front…

  • Koka Roka Taverna

    Kalambaka

    This cosy taverna, in a simple pension up at the northeast end of town, is handy for a low-key meal, afternoon beer or traditional Greek coffee. The small…

  • Taverna Tou Zioga

    Meteora & Thessaly

    Run by Hotel Kastraki, which is 110m further up the road, this pleasant roadside taverna serves reasonable mayirefta (ready-cooked dishes), plus meaty…

  • Korbas Bakery

    Pelion Peninsula

    Celebrated bakery in Milies. Head here for tyropsomo (cheese bread), eliopsomo (olive bread), tempting pastries and savoury pies. It's at the junction…

  • Armonia

    Pelion Peninsula

    Simple low-key taverna next to the little supermarket, near the stream crossing to Papa Nero. Two sisters run the kitchen and wait the tables, some of…

  • Porto Taverna

    Galaxidi

    Busy, dependable waterfront stand-by, serving oven-ready mayirefta dishes including mousakas and bakaliaro (baked cod), along with lamb pasta, grilled…

  • In Delphi

    Delphi

    This reliable and cosy eatery is a local favourite for its good grills and oven-ready dishes. Next to the bus station, with summer seating under a shady…

  • Plagios

    Meteora & Thessaly

    Offering an alternative to Volos' ouzo-and-snacks scene, this smart all-day bar-restaurant adds a touch of contemporary gourmet to its Greek/Italian…

  • To Agnantio

    Central Greece

    This warm and welcoming winter-only taverna, next to the former town hall on the main road, is renowned for its mayirefta and grills, and good local wine.

  • Taverna Tassos

    Galaxidi

    Waterfront restaurant with a full menu of fresh seafood, ranging from whitebait to lobster, plus a range of generous salads. Ask about daily specials.