Evia
A chic, moodily lit reinvention of a handsome neoclassical building by the water, with snappy service, a buzzy atmosphere and bottles towering up to the…
Must-see restaurants in Greece
Delphi
Set in a 19th-century stone building, this smart restaurant opens into a large rear room with panoramic views, and also has an outdoor patio. Something of…
Skiathos
Check-print tablecloths, twirling vines and colourful flower pots set the scene for excellent seafood and other Greek goodies (grilled feta, crisp salads)…
Rhodes Town
While the main dining room serves up tasty Italian dishes, including pizza straight from the brick oven, Fournariko is first and foremost a bakery, with…
Paros
Sit in the beachfront, lantern-filled garden, then dig into a dish of Greek or Anatolian cuisine from Ephessus’ wood-fired oven, and you’ll understand why…
Samaria Gorge
Perched just over the spectacular drop of Samaria Gorge, with eagles occasionally circling outside its wraparound windows, this cosy restaurant dishes up…
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…
Hania
With its stone-arched interior, warm welcome and well-executed dishes, this is a great all-rounder in a quieter part of the old town, not far from Firkas…
Nafplio
One of Nafplio's most long-standing stalwarts rises above its location overlooking the port car park. It's got a friendly boss, old-school atmosphere and…
Hania Province
On the road to Hania, this popular taverna serving mezedhes (small dishes) is a great place for a quick, well-priced snack or meal. The friendly owners…
Alonnisos
With a lovely hillside terrace under the pines overlooking Votsi's azure bay, stylish Dendrolimano is known for its creatively presented Greek-Italian…
Paros
A vine-covered courtyard and whitewashed interior with splashes of modern art create a polished setting for some of the Cyclades’ finest contemporary…
Kalymnos
This claims to have been the first taverna on the island (1974) and nothing much has changed. Sitting at the waterfront tables of this impossibly…
Hora (Naxos)
Sit on the tiny, vine-shaded terrace or in the wood-and-stone, cavern-like interior, and join the locals for a feast of flash-fried catch of the day,…
Serifos
Named after a small native frog, this chilled-out kreatotaverna (literally 'meat tavern') on the waterfront is known for its grilled and slow-roasted meat…
Dodecanese
Sitting peacefully on the south side of the harbour, metres from bobbing boats, this blue-hued haunt is run by a charming Georgian family. It's great for…
Pelion Peninsula
Spread through the lush foliage towards the southern end of Papa Nero beach, this breezy open-air taverna serves excellent oven-ready mains such as baked…
Chios
This comfortable, attractive taverna above Chios Town serves fine Greek standards with a twist, such as lamb kebab with yoghurt and rocket; white beans…
Kastellorizo
Agora is one of the cheapest places to grab a bite and come evening, the little square by the old market in which it sits, is effervescent with commerce…
Thasos
Set in the shade of plane trees on the beautiful square of its namesake village, this restaurant makes a conscious effort to surprise those used to (and…
Agios Nikolaos
Enjoying great views of the harbour, this effervescent restaurant, with its modern decor of exposed stone, turquoise walls and white-wood floors, offers a…
Athens
Proving that you can dine both healthily and well, this stylish all-day eatery offers menu items ranging from egg-white omelettes for breakfast to plenty…
Oia
With fountains, flickering candles, golden-coloured walls and wine-coloured cushions, this courtyard restaurant feels rather royal and august. The food is…
Thessaloniki
This is grandmother's cooking in a very literal way. Simple Greek classics from grills to salads to cheese-stuffed meats have been served with the same…
Skyros
The local in-town favourite for grilled fish, goat in lemon sauce, great meat grills and marvellous mezedhes (appetisers), such as broccoli doused in…
Macedonia
A wonderfully convivial ouzerie (taverna that serves ouzo, amongst other drinks) a little way from Edessa's busier spots, Ousies is a place where younger…
Central Greece
With a terrace shaded by its namesake mulberry trees, this village taverna offers meat specials (usually lamb) along with locally sourced horta (wild…
Thrace
Considered one of the best tavernas in the area, Agios Giorgos sits by a chapel of the same name, on a hill above Lepti, about 10 minutes' drive west of…
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…
Lasithi Province
A welcoming family vibe pervades this attractive stone taverna on the waterfront that excels in its execution of dishes featuring fish and seafood, all…
Small Cyclades
A local seafood institution, this cheerful restaurant overlooks the harbour at Loutro. Bearded Captain Nikolas may greet you at the door – you may have…
Lasithi Province
Beneath a giant plane tree on the main street, Platanos is a focus of village social life and has live music on many summer evenings. Feast on reliable…
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Fira
Serving breakfast, lunch, coffee and drinks on the top floor of the Panorama Boutique Hotel, this is a place to enjoy both the cuisine and the view. There…
Hydra Town
Often referred to by just the gregarious owners’ names 'Stathis and Tassoula' – Tassoula is the larger-than-life hostess – this year-round taverna serves…
Lasithi Province
Enjoy lovely views of the palms, the gleaming sand and the cobalt sea from the covered terrace of this waterfront restaurant serving classic Greek fare,…
Rethymno Province
Just up from the car park at Preveli Beach, this friendly taverna is perfect for a post-beach feed. It's within a centuries-old stone building and does a…
Pelion Peninsula
Prominent in Agios Ioannis’ central row of seafood restaurants, Akrogiali is a favourite with day-trippers from Volos, who love dishes such as rizi tou…
Ioannina
Ioannina's most celebrated sweets shop, Diethnes has both French pastries and more Eastern syrupy treats such as its distinctive big, buttery baklava. It…
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…
Oia
You'll rarely find 'cheap' and 'Oia' in the same sentence, yet both apply to this souvlaki joint, a model of its kind. Go for a pitta filled with smoky,…
