Corfu Town
Going strong since 1904, this traditional little taverna was a haunt of the Durrell family and actor Anthony Quinn, and there are old pictures on the wall…
Must-see restaurants in Ionian Islands
Corfu Town
As Greek as it gets, this earthy, lunch-only spot is a Corfiot institution, although tourists seem to take over in summer. It serves up decent mayirefta …
Corfu
With widescreen views of the beach, and sea breezes wafting through the garden, this pretty and very spacious restaurant makes a charming spot for a…
Kefallonia
Step straight off your yacht and into a waterside seat at this taverna run by well-known Kefallonian chef Tassia, who delights diners with her homemade…
Corfu Town
The Old Town holds few nicer spots for an al-fresco evening than this casual but stylish restaurant that spreads across a peaceful pedestrian square. It's…
Kythira
Avlemonas’ largest restaurant has a beautiful setting facing the seafront across a broad, open plaza in the heart of town. Naturally, it devotes itself…
Zakynthos
This friendly taverna at the southern edge of Anafonitria village, at the turning for Shipwreck Beach, is busy at lunchtime, when day trippers stop by for…
Corfu Town
Welcoming all-day taverna–ouzerie (place that serves ouzo and light snacks) with outdoor tables in a pedestrian alley. Grilled specialities include local…
Corfu Town
Cream-toned cafe in a magnificent setting, down at sea level away from everything at the northeastern tip of the Old Town. You can enjoy a simple meal of…
Zakynthos
This exquisitely romantic restaurant is built into and around the rocks beside the private beach of its namesake boutique hotel. The irresistible setting…
Ionian Islands
Waterfront taverna with little tables perched on the very brink of the quayside. Check out the blackboard for an amazing list of freshly caught fish and…
Kefallonia
Stowed away down a side street back from the port, this place satisfies spice and rice pangs with classic Thai and Southeast Asian dishes such as pork pad…
Lefkada
With its playful 'roadhouse meets artist’s loft' decor, and an eclectic menu of everything from tacos and tandoori chicken to taramasalata (a thick pink…
Ithaki
This unpretentious traditional taverna sitting by the waves in Kioni dishes up tasty and substantial helpings of local favourites, such as pastitsio …
Zakynthos
In a small, tree-lined square right down at the far southern end of town and well away from the worst of the tourist hubbub, this nautical-themed, family…
Kythira
The coolest cafe along Kapsali Beach, with nicely padded seats, baby-blue tables and a boho-chic vibe. Settle down over juices or shakes, coffee or beer,…
Ionian Islands
This spectacular spot, 200m up from the start of the road down to Erimitis Beach, sits on an expansive deck overlooking plunging cliffs. Whether for an…
Kefallonia
At the entrance to Peratata village, Il Borgo has a big terrace shaded by vines that grow along the roof trestles, and views over the southern plains that…
Kefallonia
For over a hundred years, this large bakery-cafe in the heart of Lixouri, with outdoor tables at the inland end of the main pedestrian square, has been…
Ithaki
Chic, laid-back waterfront cafe whose upstairs terrace is a lovely spot for watching sunsets and the lights as they come on in the windmills across the…
Argostoli
Centring on a verdant terra cotta courtyard complete with fountain, this romantic restaurant is (despite the name) more Italian than Greek. It features…
Zakynthos
No-frills, traditional home-style cooking is the order of the day at this small backstreet taverna that has a loyal local following. With checked…
Corfu
An irresistible taverna, perched above the track down to breathtaking Myrtiotissa Beach, serving an enticing menu of Corfiot specialities and much-needed…
Corfu
At this seafront taverna facing a tumbledown jetty, just beyond Boukari's harbour, you can feast on locally caught mullet, bass, grouper or – best of all …
Zakynthos
Delicious and wholesome Italian-influenced food, much of it organic and/or vegetarian, served in an enticing setting, with linens and upholstery that…
Kefallonia
At the far-northern end of the curving bay, this custard-hued taverna has tables right on the quayside that catch the late-afternoon 'golden hour'. It…
Corfu Town
Sip a glass of wine and look forward to tucking into tasty treats such as shrimps with feta or fried fish marinated in sweet and sour sauce at this…
Lefkada
On the quieter, eastern side of the port, this long-standing family-run place is a little less hectic than others, which means that staff members can pay…
Lefkada
The vine-shaded terrace of Agios Nikitas’ finest taverna sits in a quiet, tucked-away spot slightly up from the beach and offers sweeping views out to sea…
Lefkada
The pick of several similarly tempting and colourful seafood tavernas along the pretty quayside, Stavros, which has been going strong since the mid-1970s,…
Corfu Town
Much-loved little back-alley restaurant with a handful of outdoor tables. Most diners are here for the seafood, savouring dishes such as squid carpaccio,…
Kythira
Locals head to this seafood specialist, its tables propped in the sand just north of the causeway in Diakofti, to savour excellent grilled fish or Italian…
Corfu Town
This small, bright and modern wine bar and bistro down on the waterfront is causing waves among foodies in Corfu. With a menu strong on Italian influences…
Lefkada
Memorably good Greek–Italian restaurant, as popular with locals as with tourists, with stylish, comfortable seating on the central inland square. The jet…
Ithaki
A smart little restaurant a block back from the waterfront, with a cool front terrace and a swanky bar in its elegant wood-panelled dining room…
Kythira
A newbie on the Kapsali dining scene, modern taverna Trattamento appeals as much to salt-crusted fishers as it does to holidaying city folk. The kitchen…
Kefallonia
A popular taverna, 50m in from the seafront 1.5km south of central Lixouri. It's reliable for high-quality fresh seafood and grilled meats, and also…
Corfu
A homey dinner-only joint at the main crossroads just east of Pelekas. Delicious local specialities include Corfu’s finest kontosouvli (spit-roast pork…
Corfu Town
A magical little bakery, dripping with bougainvillea, where in-the-know locals linger at tables on the sloping pedestrian street to savour cakes, coffee,…
Corfu Town
Let your inner carnivore loose at this excellent grill house, which has a keen local following and is set a little way off the noisy tourist strip. Sit…
