Ios
Right on the port where the ferries dock, this place is fabulous for Italian cuisine. The owner has shipped an authentic oven over from Italy and makes…
Must-see restaurants in Cyclades
Cyclades
Pita gyros, stuffed with succulent pork or chicken, plus all manner of souvlaki are on offer here, served beneath a leafy canopy. Head into the tiny…
Kythnos
Seafood is the main attraction here: grilled snapper, scorpion fish, grouper, calamari and lobster spaghetti all get the thumbs up. Stop by earlier for an…
Cyclades
One of the humbler looking tavernas on the waterfront strip, Rolando's serves tasty rustic food such as meatballs, katsiki (kid goat), an excellent…
Folegandros
Perched above the port with lovely views, Meltemi stands out with its lovely terrace with blue balustrades. This is a mama's cooking, family-run place…
Mykonos
Near Ornos Beach, this cheap and cheerful canteen-style Lebanese joint is the local go-to place for chicken taouk, shawarma, falafel, souvlaki, kebabs,…
Naxos
In a remote spot down on the northeastern coast of Naxos, Delfinaki serves up great home cooking with farm-fresh ingredients. Vassiliki, the hostess,…
Cyclades
On the road between Korissia and Ioulida, this excellent farm shop sells its own olive oil, delicious wood-oven-baked bread, pies, sweets and ice cream,…
Kastro
At the northern entrance to the village, this popular place offers tasty local dishes, including Sifnian appetisers like chickpea croquettes and cheese…
Oia
Watch life pass up and down to Armeni Bay from the high ground of Skala’s relaxed terrace. Traditional dishes like souvlaki, baked eggplant and cheese…
Amorgos
An 'Aegean Cuisine' label bearer, this port-side tavern has been going strong since 1980. Fish soup and lobster spaghetti are specialities here, along…
Hora (Mykonos)
Mykonos' best ice cream is well positioned for those waiting for buses to the beaches, or those looking to cool off on the way back. There are 24…
Antiparos
A handwritten menu details the day's offerings at this cool little cafe-bar just back from the waterfront on the main street. Stop by for a tasty…
Milos
Every evening, diners are lured to the little square below Trypiti's church by the wafting smells of sizzling meat on the grill. It's all organic and…
Kythnos
Quick, delicious souvlaki, kebabs, burgers stuffed with cheese, grilled haloumi and salads, served from an unassuming waterfront location near where the…
Cyclades
At the western end of the Vourkari strip, this hip little cafe serves excellent coffee along with delicious waffles, omelettes, sandwiches and salads.
Naxos
Cool and inviting, with dark wood and a gramophone daring to be wound, this is the place to lounge over the amazing orange cake, coffee and ice cream.
Mykonos
The smell of grilled lamb chops, sizzling burgers and grilled calamari wafts down from this long-standing taverna and over Fokos Beach. It's been…
Fira
Settle in on this terrace above busy Ypapanti for some imaginative takes on local dishes, accompanied by caldera views. Some creations are inspired while…
Ios
Come here, at the entrance to Mylopotas, to chill out next to the beach over bumper brunches, sandwiches and wraps. Choose from a long, healthy-sounding…
Amorgos
The captain, who is seriously into good food, whips up mouthwatering dishes to serve on his convivial harbourside patio. Crowding the tempting menu are…
Folegandros
It would be a shame to miss this lovely taverna in a restored 300-year-old building, with avocado-green tables and chairs spilling out into Maraki Sq…
Tinos
This harbourfront cafe does a fine line in breakfasts, but it’s the patisserie's delectable sweets that catch most people’s eyes. From the homemade ice…
Fira
Steps from the taxi station is this local institution, famed for its mega breakfasts (€6 to €10), hearty Greek dishes and creative salads, all enjoyed on…
Antiparos
On Antiparos' main street, the shaded seating both on the street and on the verandah under a huge palm tree make this a good catch-all spot on a hot day…
Mykonos
Right on the beach of the same name, this light and bright restaurant is open right through from breakfast time. Seafood features prominently on the menu…
Milos
Armenaki is revered for its fishy business – this place is all about seafood (in fact, there’s little else on the menu). Seafood in all its guises is…
Sifnos
Sifnos specialities are helpfully indicated on the menu of this waterfront taverna, gazing at Kamares from across the bay in Agia Marina. It's a good…
Sifnos
Founded long before the movie of the same name brought romance-hunting Abba fans to the Greek Islands, this local favourite cooks real Italian…
Mykonos
Part of a glossy expanding complex that now includes a hotel (www.hippiechicmykonos.com), Hippie Fish is a sprawling, all-white restaurant-bar on Agios…
Small Cyclades
A mainstay in Stavros as it's open year-round, this taverna above the port serves up Greek staples with everything from gyros to Greek salads to fish…
Sifnos
Beautifully situated on a tree-shaded terrace off the Steno, this cafe and restaurant pays homage to Sifnos’ culinary traditions. Expect char-grilled…
Mykonos
On the side of the main road near Ano Mera, Italian chef Daniele has been thrilling local palates with his take on Italian and Mediterranean dishes, using…
Mykonos
Overlooking a bay filled with fishing boats, just along from Ornos beach, this restaurant is renowned for the owner's crushing handshake and delicious…
Kastro
Enjoying fine valley vistas from its terrace tables, this loungy cafe serves cocktails, coffee, crêpes and waffles, but also more substantial fodder such…
Syros
One of the self-consciously trendy spots along the waterfront, this 'food and wine bar' serves a menu of pasta, risotto and burgers, along with regular…
Mykonos
This seaside taverna has been run by the same family for three generations. The current proprietor, Nikolas, goes fishing for fresh catch of the day to go…
Oia
On a stone deck overlooking the sea, Ambrosia serves modern Greek dishes such as duck with wild cherry accompanied by flickering candlelight and white…
Ios
Ignore the international dishes and go for the authentic Thai flavours, created by the Thai owner-chef. A backstreet spot with plenty of atmosphere,…
