Lesvos
This restored Turkish pasha’s residence on the upper street, overlooking the harbour below, offers a tasty variety of excellent mayirefta (ready-cooked)…
Must-see restaurants in Lesvos
Lesvos
You might be sitting closer to the fishing boats than the kitchen at this first-class fish taverna in Panagiouda; it's just 4km north of Mytilini Town but…
Lesvos
A new American-run place above the marina, Misirlou serves delicious tortilla wraps, burgers and pizzas – all using fresh local produce. In the evening,…
Lesvos
Perched above the main road, this is not your average taverna but a fully fledged restaurant, with attentive service and a very competent chef-manager,…
Lesvos
This busy beachfront ouzerie-taverna along the boardwalk has a large outdoor patio and specialises in fresh fish, reasonably priced by the kilo; it's also…
Lesvos
This hip back-alley bistro draws a crowd mostly from the university for its unusual and well-priced small plates, slight menu, eclectic music mix and all…
Lesvos
Look for the fishing boats moored beside this popular fish taverna on Skala Polyhnitou’s waterfront. Enjoy inexpensive fresh seafood, plus salads such as…
Lesvos
You can't eat much closer to the water than at this cosy traditional taverna at the harbour, below Molly's Bar. Roula is the owner, cook and server of…
Lesvos
Sweet in every sense of the word, this cafe in the main square of Andissa is a wonderful place to stop for a cup of Greek coffee with a spoon sweet – a…
Lesvos
Owner George spent a large part of his life in the Netherlands – hence the proliferation of bicycles in the decor – and, more importantly, he's also a…
Lesvos
This reliable alleyway cafe between Ermou and the waterfront has everything from gavros (marinated small fish) and grilled pork chops to mayirefta (ready…
Lesvos
This no-frills taverna began life in 1800 as a cafe in the Turkish quarter, as its traditional decor reveals in faded bits and pieces. It offers good…
Lesvos
Some 800m along the beach from Skala Sikameneas, this friendly taverna serves freshly caught fish, grilled meat and excellent vegetables, especially…
Lesvos
Owner Theodoris spends most mornings fishing to provide the evening’s fresh fish. Aigaio also serves very good mayirefta (ready-cooked) dishes and good…
Lesvos
A friendly taverna perched dramatically on the edge of a near-vertical cliff. Specialities include octopus cooked in red wine, and their trademark salad…
Lesvos
People flock here for lobster spaghetti, but this vast taverna with tables in the shade of a mulberry tree offers an extensive list of seafood delicacies…
Lesvos
Locals swear by this unpretentious spot just outside of town, on the road to Eftalou Beach. It has a convivial atmosphere and serves up fresh fish, Greek…
Lesvos
Snappy family taverna in the busy agora (market) above the waterfront. Great for well-priced fresh fish and grills, and stellar views of the sea.
Lesvos
Excellent taverna fare, fresh fish and tasty grills overlooking the beach. It's part of the Hrysi Akti domatia.
Lesvos
A very popular seafront fish taverna, where people enjoy chatting with the friendly owner as much as they like his cooking.
Lesvos
A good place to stop for a light meal or a more substantial grilled dish in the main square of Mantamados.
Lesvos
Turkish-style cezve coffee, delicious cream cakes and traditional Greek desserts such as baklava and kataïfi (angel-hair pastry) are served on a terrace…
Lesvos
No-frills old-fashioned eatery with waiters in ties. It specialises in generous mayirefta (ready-cooked meals) such as chicken and potatoes, stuffed…
Lesvos
Between the National Bank and the town parking, this quick-stop eatery serves tasty pitta souvlaki, pork and chicken kebabs, whole and half chickens, and…
Lesvos
A fine seaside taverna overlooking the beach along the boardwalk, with fresh fish, grills, several veggie dishes (such as horta, or wild greens) and a…
Lesvos
A hands-down favourite for excellent gyros, pitta souvlaki and snappy service. Great for picnic lunches, too. Find it on the waterfront at the south end…
Lesvos
A quick, tasty backstreet grill house near the supermarket, with great pork gyros, kebabs, mixed grills and salads.
Lesvos
Nothing fancy, just traditional Greek recipes in an antiques-filled taverna on the seafront in Vatera.
