Iraklio
Escape the touristy seafood restaurants for this speciality shop, which has nabbed its own wares with proprietary fishing boats since 1926. With around 40…
Must-see restaurants in Greece
Kos
Mylotopi's complex comprises a bar, cafe and restaurant that has been reconstructed on a former village site (with restored windmill, thus its name). This…
Iraklio Province
Jean-Marc is a half-French, half-Italian restaurateur who learned English in Spain – and that gives him top pizza and pasta cred in these parts. Real-deal…
Iraklio Province
Vying for wine country's top table views, this beautifully set taverna at Earino villa is worth a detour if you're not staying there, offering sweeping…
Macedonia
This waterside taverna has been sizzling sensational seafood since 1960. With a rousing rembetika (blues songs) soundtrack and outdoor seating with views…
Skyros
Opposite Nefeli Hotel as you arrive into southwestern Skyros Town, popular and cosy Amaltheia is known for its generous portions of traditional Greek…
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…
Nafplio
On an appealing eat street in the new town, this contemporary place recreates a traditional kafeneio (coffee house) and blends it with millennial designer…
Iraklio Province
West of the Malia archaeological site and just before you hit Potamos Beach, Kalyva is a bare-bones, no-nonsense beachside taverna that’s been serving…
Rethymno
The place to head if you need respite from traditional Greek food, this contemporary cafe does a menu of all-day brunch fare. Expect the likes of smashed…
Rethymno
In a 14th-century manor house that doubles as a boutique hotel, Veneto oozes historic charm from every nook and cranny. The kitchen adds a contemporary…
Rethymno Province
In the upper village, Skalomata has provided sustenance to locals and travellers for about 40 years. When you peel your eyes away from the view through…
Dodecanese
The best spot to eat in Fry (and one of the best on the island), Giaeli (meaning 'traditional song') has raised the island's cuisine bar. This is…
Athens
At this elegant modern chophouse, gorgeous dry-aged Piedmontese beef is on display – but great Greek dishes such as spit-roasted lamb are on the menu, too…
Kefallonia
Owned by the Tselenti family since 1893, this popular restaurant serves Italian-influenced dishes such as a terrific linguine with prawns, mussels and…
Rethymno Province
Named after Agios Pavlos' rocky peninsula that resembles a reclining dragon, this contemporary open-air cafe is all about its clifftop patio with views…
Athens
Directly across from the Acropolis main entrance, this is ground zero for tour-bus lunches. But you could do a lot worse if you're in need of a…
Symi
English-run cafe that’s a favourite morning rendezvous for the island’s expats and a popular rest place at the top of Kali Strata. Sit yourself down on…
Iraklio
With tables sprawling towards the Morosini Fountain, this is a great place to sample bougatsa (creamy semolina pudding wrapped in a pastry envelope and…
Skiathos
A gorgeous rustic-chic terrace perched right above Megali Ammos' silvery sands is the setting for elegant Exantas' creative, contemporary Greek cuisine…
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…
Rethymno
Established in 1948, Yiorgos Hatziparaskos is one of the last traditional filo masters in all of Greece. Assisted by his wife, Katerina, and son,…
Alonnisos
Well-known internationally trained island chef Demi Karanastasis turns his talents to a punchy, creative Greek-international menu at this welcoming,…
Small Cyclades
Down at the port, 'Aegean Cuisine' flag bearer Mersini woos diners in a garden setting with great harbour views and traditional Greek dishes and seafood …
Peloponnese
This country taverna makes a good weekend lunch excursion. Run by a mother and her two sons, it offers great value for traditional Greek home cooking,…
Iraklio Province
Scrumptious, fresh Mediterranean food pulls in punters for fish, salads or daily-changing meat grills, or lighter fare including soups. To top it off,…
Milos
Retro shop stock (tinned goods, matchboxes, pantyhose etc) line the walls of this atmospheric mezedhopoleio (mezedhes bar), a local favourite. Tick off…
Skopelos
The island's oldest tavern, at the north end of the old port, has drawn a steady local following for its hearty grills and classic mayirefta (ready-cooked…
Hania Province
Breakfast, sandwiches and Cretan pies are served at Alpha, the community-run cafe and tourist-info office in Azogires village. It's usually staffed, but…
Thrace
This bargain canteen caters to workers in the adjacent commercial kitchen, as well as the crowd that arrives for Didymotiho's Tuesday market, which sets…
Iraklio Province
So close to the sea that the ocean sometimes spills into the restaurant, this simple seafooder at the western end of Lendas Beach won't win any James…
Agios Nikolaos
Commanding Olympian views of Voulismeni Lake, this cliffside eyrie in a historic building exudes romance, with exposed stone walls, linen tablecloths 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…
Nafplio
This cultural space sits 3km from Nafplio (towards Epidavros) in a converted canning factory. There's pleasant courtyard seating to enjoy good coffee,…
Skopelos
A fabulous midseafront breakfast spot and bookshop, Juices & Books rustles up inventive toasted sandwiches (perhaps with avocado, creamed feta and wild…
Iraklio Province
A refreshing change from the run-of-the-mill waterfront tavernas, this been-here-forever family place just past the central square exudes cheer with its…
Around Athens
This excellent tsipouradhiko (ouzerie in the north) hugely popular with locals, serves good Greek mezedhes and specialises in tsipouro and raki…
Iraklio
Those seeking a traditional Greek meal might be disappointed here, but diners looking for an ultra-contemporary experience will be happy with the modern…
Dodecanese
This friendly roadside restaurant sits above a wildflower meadow between Plateia Ilikiomenis and Hotel Porfyris. From its hillside elevation you can gaze…
