Kythira
The family behind this charming restaurant say that if you're searching for modern food then you're in the wrong place, but if you prefer to savour hand…
Must-see restaurants in Ionian Islands
Kefallonia
High in the hills in the whitewashed and near-silent village of Damoulianata is this superb, family-run restaurant (the chefs are twin brothers). The menu…
Kefallonia
This much-loved taverna has a dreamy vine-shaded terrace overlooking a little beach. Thanks to its locally reared meat – in dishes such as exceptionally…
Lefkada
With tables laid out on a large, sunny terrace surrounded by flowers on a quiet neighbourhood alleyway, this is a delightful place to eat truly…
Corfu Town
Corfu Town’s finest special-occasion restaurant has a beautifully faded square to itself, hidden away near the cathedral and complete with a genuine…
Ionian Islands
Paxi's finest restaurant, 400m up from central Gaïos, serves local food that’s head and shoulders above what's on offer at the harbourfront tavernas, for…
Kythira
A delightful family-run taverna just back from the eastern end of Paleopoli Beach, Skandeia places major emphasis on wholesome, freshly sourced local…
Corfu Town
Right next to the market and a fishmongers, this is an easy-going, youthful place to eat inventive and truly superb seafood such as prawn tortellini with…
Kythira
An acclaimed local taverna far off the beaten track, 1km beyond Kalamos en route to Fyri Ammos (look for signs), Filio offers island classics such as slow…
Lefkada
With its harbourfront walls hung with antique bikes and carriage lamps, this cool arbour is much more cafe than bakery, serving pizzas, waffles, cocktails…
Lefkada
This delightful terrace restaurant in Athani village has inspiring views down the mountainside to the sea beyond. Join the locals sitting in the shade of…
Corfu
A family-run restaurant for 150 years, the Old Perithia Taverna has shelves full of dusty farming implements and sepia-coloured family photographs. Almost…
Ionian Islands
The chefs at Vasilis, a low-slung terracotta cottage on the paved harbourfront, are by far the most creative in town. Well-turned-out local specialities…
Argostoli
Slightly grungy and brilliantly atmospheric, this veteran restaurant a block inland from the waterfront market is where locals lunch on hearty, great…
Zakynthos
Gourmet dinner-only restaurant, with a boutique interior and a romantic garden courtyard. The hushed atmosphere may be unusual, but the service is relaxed…
Zakynthos
This much-loved family-run taverna, set amid fields on the southern outskirts of town 2km from the centre, is renowned island wide for its huge portions…
Lefkada
In the hamlet of Kolyvata, which enjoys idyllic views over the hills, the gregarious Kiria Maria opens her home to culinary adventurers. Using whatever’s…
Corfu
This tiny, old-fashioned taverna, in a custard-coloured villa facing the main road, is worth a pilgrimage in its own right – every dish is delicious and…
Ithaki
This eclectic, very popular little restaurant, 2km north of Stavros, is renowned island-wide for its fresh produce and rotating Italian-influenced menu,…
Argostoli
Lively and hugely popular grill house, where piping-hot and irresistibly flavourful chicken, pork or lamb kebabs and pittas are served up straight onto…
Kefallonia
Relaxed garden cafe, just before the gateway to Agios Georgios Kastro, that's a wonderfully peaceful spot for coffee, cake, cold drinks or lunchtime…
Kythira
Renowned for its creative cuisine, romantic little Kaleris has a waterfront pavilion and tables on the beach itself, shaded by tamarisk trees. Trust the…
Ithaki
Traditional taverna with blue tables set up off the square in the heart of town. Every day the kitchen cooks up something different, from goat stew to…
Corfu Town
Arguably the Old Town’s best-value budget option (the locals rave), with outdoor tables on the town-hall square, this quick-fire restaurant does exactly…
Kefallonia
Whether you dine in the shadowy boho interior with its lamp made from a deep-sea diver's mask or out on the waterfront, there’s something for everyone at…
Corfu
Follow the dirt roads out to the headland northwest of Lake Korission to find this simple, family-run taverna, perched on dramatic cliffs. It serves a…
Kefallonia
The owner of Platanos has his own livestock farm, so naturally the restaurant is admired for its quality meat. There are also fish and vegetarian options,…
Zakynthos
Perched above the west-coast cliffs at the end of the road that climbs beyond Kambi, and marked by a huge white Christian cross, this top-notch taverna…
Corfu
Just past the little fishing port where the coast road veers inland, this friendly family-run taverna with a veranda, set beside a scruffy gravel beach,…
Lefkada
Sitting at the end of the harbour, just short of the ferry dock, this century-old taverna serves great salads, mezedhes, pasta and fresh seafood at…
Corfu
Almost a site of pilgrimage for fans of the Durrell family, this utterly ravishing waterfront restaurant in the former home of writer Lawrence Durrell has…
Kefallonia
Owned by the Tselenti family since 1893, this popular restaurant serves Italian-influenced dishes such as a terrific linguine with prawns, mussels and…
Corfu Town
The stone walls, hardwood floors and cheerful staff lift the ambience of this taverna. Check the daily specials, or choose anything from mousakas (baked…
Kythira
For almost a century this family-run favourite has been serving no-nonsense staples such as mousakas (layers of eggplant or zucchini, minced meat and…
Kythira
Nothing seems to have changed at this Hora institution for at least 60 years and it's now so retro that it could make the hipster generation giddy with…
Argostoli
This restaurant has a huge wooden deck on stilts stretching out into the harbour, which allows you to peer guiltily down into the water at the brothers…
Zakynthos
Don't expect to get much of a say in what you eat at this delightful, very welcoming taverna-cafe on Keri’s village square. The chatty woman who runs it…
Corfu
Just below a huge curve in the road as you enter Paleokastritsa, this romantic spot is best experienced at night, when its terrace of ornamental rock…
Ithaki
Vathy's top pick for ultra-fresh seafood sits amid similar-looking places along the harbour. Tourists flock to the waterfront tables, while local fishers,…
Corfu Town
Chic and stylish, this romantic, dinner-only place is known for its creative cuisine and VIP clients. The name implies Italian food, though the owner…
