Restaurants in Northeastern Aegean Islands
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O Diavlos
What first attracts the eye in this unique ouzerie set in a lofty, wood-beamed building is the artwork lining the walls. Monthly exhibits show off local artist's works, which diners can purchase; might the next Theophilos be discovered here? However, aside from being an art lover, Diavlos owner Panayiotis Molyviatis crafts what might just be the most satisfying and nourishing mezedhes in all of Lesvos.
Local specialities include giouslemes (a crunchy cheese pie) and sfongatoa (a sort of oven-baked cake made of zucchini, egg, onion and cheese). Try also the Turkish-flavoured beef kebabs on pita bread with onions and yiaourtlou kebab (Greek yogurt). Music ranges from relaxe…
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Mezedopoleion Palaio Petrino
The only reason to lament Chios' wonderfully warm weather, perhaps, is that diners never have to sit indoors and enjoy the Palaio Petrino's splendidly painted interior. No matter, the food is good enough to enjoy inside or out. Try the tyrokafteri (spicy cheese dip) and ktapodi krasato (octopus in wine sauce) with some hearty Northern Aegean wine.
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Lemoni kai Prasino Piperi
The poshest place in town, this upstairs restaurant has great waterfront views and even better food, especially the Italian dishes. Try the simple yet exquisite tomato and mozzarella salad and tagliatelle amatriciana or tagliatelle alfredo with salmon. As expected, the wine list is deep; the Mexican offerings, however, remain somewhat of an unknown commodity.
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Stou Mihali
It's getting hard to find a free table at lunch at this tasty and inexpensive place serving mayirefta. Unlike many other such eateries, here you can combine half-portions and thus enjoy more variety. Everything is good; try the soutzoukakia (tomato-soaked beef rissoles), imam baïldi (roast eggplant) and Greek salad.
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Ouranos
A popular ouzerie that looks across at Turkey from a breezy patio on the ancient northern port. Tempting mezedhes include kolokythoanthi (fried pumpkin flowers stuffed with rice), ladotyri mytilinis (the oil-drenched local cheese) and hefty servings of some of the most enormous calamari in the Mediterranean.
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O Antonis
An institution with the locals, this simple ouzerie is 2km from the town centre, on a breezy hill top offering sublime views of the sea and Mytilini town. Try the koutavakia (fried baby shark), sardines and kolios (mackerel). O Antonis has only a few tables, and fills up on weekends and after 20:00.
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Ouzeri Tzivaeri
The sort of food strong enough to soak up ouzo (the Tzivaeri serves 10 kinds) is dished out at this friendly portside eatery. You might need a cast-iron gut to lay into oil-drenched, sun-dried tomatoes, grilled cod strips and traditional Chios sausages - but then again, that's what a good ouzerie is all about.
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Simi
At first glance, Simi looks like all the other Old Harbour tavernas with touting waiters; however, locals agree that it's the best place in town for fresh fish. A full menu of other food, including mezedhes and meat, is also offered.
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I Pigi Grill Room
This friendly, central restaurant next to a spring can seem to blend in with other nearby eateries, but is a cut above when it comes to Greek meats; seafood mezedhes and fresh salads are good, too.
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To Meliotiko Ouzeri
Some Chians live in fear of the immense portions ladled out at the Meliotiko; this no-nonsense stronghold of the Greek culinary pantheon is where you fill your stomach while waiting for the ferry.
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Kalderimi
Inconspicuously set on a shaded side lane, Kalderimi is another popular Mytilini ouzerie; try the tasty salted mackerel and sardines and fried zucchini flowers.
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Taverna Tarsanas
Located 1km west of Thasos on the site of a former boatbuilder's, Tarsanas is known for its great fresh fish and unique seafood mezedhes.
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To Tavernaki tou Tassou
This family-friendly eatery near the sea offers standard taverna fare, Chios' own Kambos Lemonade and an adjoining kid's land that will help keep restless ones pacified during dinner.
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