Ikaria
Its own beer production was still in the works at the time of research, but you can try seven kinds of craft beer from different parts of Greece,…
Must-see nightlife in Northeastern Aegean Islands
Lesvos
This hip student favourite is filled with eclectic paintings, old mirrors and well-worn wooden fixtures, giving it a relaxed, arty vibe. Mix in some great…
Lesvos
With its painted blue stars, beaded curtains and bottles of Guinness, this whimsical British-run bar on the harbour waterfront’s far eastern side is…
Thasos
Stroll past the Old Harbour for a quiet sunset drink at Karnagio, where outdoor seating straddles a rocky promontory lapped by waves. You can also clamber…
Samothraki
Run by the jovial Iordanis Iordaninis for more than 20 years, this is the centre of the action in Loutra, with live music, impromptu vendors, artists and…
Lesvos
With its orange lanterns and super-eclectic music mix, little Parasol on the waterfront does cocktails to match its South Seas decor. As the day rolls on,…
Samothraki
Snappy cafe for coffee and cheese pies by day, and a chill ouzerie for tsipouro and small plates at sunset.
Chios
It's kind of apt that a favourite bohemian hang-out in this citrus region is themed around the director of A Clockwork Orange. Looking sombrely from a…
Samothraki
Ex-urbanites Elias and Theodora have taken over Hora's old bank building and transformed it into a wonderful coffee shop. Take a seat on the balcony…
Thasos
The words 'hip' and 'ouzerie' seldom go together, but the understated stylishness of this terrace-bar at the northern edge of Hrysi Ammoudia (Golden Beach…
Ikaria
This hip cafe-bar, 100m west of Armenistis' church, sits high over the bay. It has a mellow ambience, signalled by an eclectic music mix, from world beat…
Samos
In the main street, this smallish modern place combines the virtues of a deli and an ouzerie (place that sells ouzo and like snacks). Ouzo and tsipouro…
Ikaria
This snappy portside bar, with great pitta snacks, draught beer and good coffee, owes its name to the bank next door, with which it shares an interior…
Chios
Owner Dimitris is good to have a chat with and get travel tips from. He makes fresh orange juice from blood oranges and flavours Greek coffee with mastic…
Samos
Lush, decadent luxury is not what you'd expect in this corner of the Aegean, but here you are, amidst velvet cushions and lavish chandeliers, with a…
Ikaria
In the main square, this cafe serves exquisite galaktoboureko (custard slice) and other traditional Greek desserts, as well as perhaps the best coffee on…
Samos
Very popular beach bar, near the twin standbys of Ble and Escape, with good iced drinks and snacks into the wee hours.
Ikaria
A convivial little cafe-cum-bar with some tables in a romantic bougainvillea-filled lane behind the National Bank. In addition to coffee and alcohol, it…
Lesvos
A busy bar with a convival atmosphere, lots of dressed-up folks, cocktails, and refreshing nonalcoholic concoctions such as sour cherry with almond, and…
Ikaria
Cosy, atmospheric bar managed by Dimitiros and Mariza, who deliver good drinks, fresh juices and live music in the summer. Walk down the street descending…
Ikaria
Snappy bar at Hotel Akti, with sturdy mixed drinks and decent snacks. At night you can see the twinkling lights of Fourni on the horizon.
Samos
From the main road, turn right (south) at the port to find this popular late-night music bar and taverna, opposite a public car park. Live music most…
Lesvos
Come for the drinks and stay for the tunes at this hip music bar. There's live jazz on summer weekends. Good cocktails, Greek wine and draught beer are on…
Samos
The best of the waterfront cafes, serving good coffee, fresh juices and crêpes in the morning, and sandwiches, burgers, beer and wine by evening. And it…
Limnos
On a leafy terrace near the sea, Karagiozis morphs from snazzy frappé-cafe by day to a drink-till-you-drop bar under the stars. Sturdy, fair-priced drinks.
Lesvos
Tiny and convivial cafe-bar 3km up the hill in Eresos, and the village favourite for coffee and conversation, sweets and tsipouro.
Lesvos
By day an inviting waterfront cafe with tasty homemade sweets and cakes, and by night a cool bar with mellow music and clientele.
Lesvos
Rocking beach bar with music by day, dancing by night, burgers, cocktails, smoothies and breakfast the next morning.
Lesvos
To Stavri, otherwise known as Vasilli’s place, is an institution at the top end of Agiasos, on the road to the village of Stavri. It’s worth a peek just…
Limnos
Lively open-air beach bar at Riha Nera, open all day and most of the night, with decent drinks and an all-ages clientele.
Samothraki
Opposite the fountain, this cool bar is managed by the gracious Paniyioti, and has great views from a rooftop garden that’s popular from morning until…
Lesvos
Colourful doesn't begin to describe this cheerful hang-out that anchors the far west end of the village. Good drinks, snacks and a welcoming atmosphere.
Ikaria
Rambling and cheerful cafe on the waterfront, serving Greek coffee, ice cream, ouzo, beer, baked goodies and small plates from morning till night.
Lesvos
On the waterfront, close to the Molyvos Hotel, this friendly all-day cafe has a great selection of coffees, along with decent drinks come evening.
Lesvos
Popular old standby Zorba's sits at the eastern end of the waterfront; it's a reliable and friendly cafe-bar that's busy till late.
Thasos
This swanky outdoor bar on the seafront serves great breakfasts and employs masterful drink and music mixologists.
Limnos
Waterfront cafe serving up crêpes, cheesy snacks and coffee in the morning, and drinks in the evening.
Samos
Ble gets going after midnight, especially on the breezy deck, with a good music mix and dancing.
Limnos
At the Old Port opposite the waterfront, a mellow scene draws a late-night crowd of regulars.
