Central Greece
Tucked at the foot of a small stairway that connects two main streets 50m south of the central square, this old, cosy and very charming taverna serves…
Must-see restaurants in Greece
Ionian Islands
This spectacular spot, 200m up from the start of the road down to Erimitis Beach, sits on an expansive deck overlooking plunging cliffs. Whether for an…
Antiparos
Run with love and attention by Yorgis and Chrysoula, this souvlaki joint is Antiparos' finest. The pillow-soft pitta bread stuffed with smoky, moreish…
Kos
Located between Zia and Zipari, this pleasant, open spot – with a vista – is away from the crowds and run by a friendly family. It has great mezedhes; the…
Kefallonia
At the entrance to Peratata village, Il Borgo has a big terrace shaded by vines that grow along the roof trestles, and views over the southern plains that…
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…
Samos
Known to expat regulars as 'the salad place', Pera Vrehi serves large bowls of inventive salad arrangements with largely local ingredients, as well as an…
Kardamyli
You don't come here for the view (it's of the road), but for a casual bar-restaurant experience and some tasty Greek pub grub. On the menu are creative…
Ikaria
An excellent traditional seaside eatery overlooking the sea in the village of Xilosirtis, 5km southwest of Agios Kirykos. Strong on fresh veggies, salads…
Thessaloniki
Glistening syrup-soaked treats have been luring dessert fans into Chatzis since 1908, back when Thessaloniki was still an Ottoman city. Try the moist,…
Dodecanese
With its flower-bedecked terrace perched on the heather-clad hillside at road’s end, a few metres above the beach, this blue-trimmed taverna draws the…
Athens
A fluorescent-lit beacon of good food and kind service on a grimy block, Telis has been serving up simplicity since 1978. There's no menu, just a set meal…
Dodecanese
The best taverna in the village, tucked into a fairly residential area, but with a glorious hillside terrace commanding a fabulous panorama of the bay…
Patra
On a pedestrian street, this is one of many chi-chi bistros on the strip. It describes itself as modern Greek with an Italian influence, serving the likes…
Kalymnos
Shaded by a tamarisk tree, immediately left of the jetty, this cosy cafe is a favourite rendezvous point for early morning climbers seeking zestful coffee…
Dodecanese
Generations of Halki residents and visitors have stocked up on Dimitri's delicious sweet and savoury pies and pastries, available from early morning…
Dodecanese
So close to the water that you can taste the salt, this taverna attracts yachties and wizened fishermen alike with a menu that’s packed to the gills with…
Agios Nikolaos
This colourful haunt has fed its feistily flavoured mezedhes menu to friends, couples and families since 2002. Rather than resting on its laurels, its…
Syntagma & Plaka
In a quiet corner of Plaka, this low-key place with a shady front yard is mostly frequented by students and locals. It has a tasty selection of mezedhes,…
Limnos
A noncanonical taverna that strives to surprise you with foods that traditional establishments wouldn't feature. Shrimps in ouzo and milk sauce, fried…
Chios
In a welcome departure from the island-taverna routine, this place serves homemade pastas, risottos and risonis, all with a strong locavore element,…
Karpathos
One of the few places open all year, this laid-back taverna features an expansive terrace that surveys the gentle turquoise bay just metres from the…
Kefallonia
For over a hundred years, this large bakery-cafe in the heart of Lixouri, with outdoor tables at the inland end of the main pedestrian square, has been…
Peloponnese
This cosy place with a ski-lodge feel serves up great-quality traditional taverna meals and fabulous mezedhes (appetisers). Expect the likes of veal with…
Macedonia
Justifiably popular, Meze Meze offers an unchallenging selection of Greek favourites, distinguished by freshness, generosity and a sure instinct for the…
Cyclades
Filling a long-empty niche in Alopronia, this snug little cafe-bar lures in customers in the mornings with freshly brewed coffee, pain au chocolat and…
Rethymno Province
Watch the boats bob in the port while enjoying excellent fish and homestyle food high on the terrace of this former carob warehouse. In business since…
Rhodes
The open terrace of this spotless little restaurant, which has a passing resemblance to an Ikea show kitchen, faces the southern end of Stegna Beach…
Skiathos
Enjoying horizon-reaching views from its lovely hillside perch, 1.5km north of Skiathos Town, deservedly popular Agnadio turns out elegantly prepped fresh…
Pelion Peninsula
Veteran taverna, with its sea-view tables spreading across the main square in the shade of the plane trees. Highlights on the mountain-flavoured menu…
Iraklio
In an enviable location on the beautified waterfront promenade opposite the Historical Museum, trendy Mare is great for seaside munchies (burgers, salads,…
Samos
The warm ambience and predominantly Greek clientele hint at the fact that this place delivers the goods, with snacks such as chickpea croquettes and…
Plakias
Normally with gyros you're given the same ol' choice: chicken or pork, but here you can fill your pitta with anything from grilled lamb and prawns to…
Athens
This tiny walk-up counter has an excellent selection of fresh artisanal ice cream, with especially rich fruit flavours, such as mandarin-ginger and…
Ithaki
Chic, laid-back waterfront cafe whose upstairs terrace is a lovely spot for watching sunsets and the lights as they come on in the windmills across the…
Antiparos
In the island’s south, right on the water at Agios Georgios and with panoramas of neighbouring uninhabited Despotiko, Captain Pipinos is a gloriously old…
Hania Province
At the start of the gorge in Imbros village, friendly, family-run Porofarango has a big balcony with panoramic views of the gorge and serves good-value…
Dodecanese
While Leros offers more gourmet dining options elsewhere, this casual eatery in Alinda, with large indoor and gorgeous outdoor areas on the beach, will…
Argostoli
Centring on a verdant terra cotta courtyard complete with fountain, this romantic restaurant is (despite the name) more Italian than Greek. It features…
Around Athens
Breezy, elegant Yi is a mostly open-air, all-raw vegan cafe where the food is bursting with colour and life. Go with a friend to share one of the…
