Macedonia
A proper local taverna that is as frill-free as it is authentic – go for the beetroot salad with feta, grilled peppers, shrimp saganaki (fried with cheese…
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Skiathos Town
Family-run No Name is actually perfectly paced, and the owners are brothers Nikos and Sotiris. Some of Skiathos' most delicious gyros (meat slithers…
Kalymnos
Run by friendly Greek-Australians, tiny Stukas has checked cloths and a wharfside terrace, serving hearty fare. Three-course set menus cost €10 for…
Cyclades
On the beach at Psathi, this fashionable cafe has a comfy terrace and a counter full of drool-inducing cakes, tarts and ice cream, all of which are made…
Zakynthos
No-frills, traditional home-style cooking is the order of the day at this small backstreet taverna that has a loyal local following. With checked…
Paros
If you love old black-and-white historical photos, this place on the square in front of the Cathedral of Agia Triada in Lefkes is a real find. Run by…
Corfu
An irresistible taverna, perched above the track down to breathtaking Myrtiotissa Beach, serving an enticing menu of Corfiot specialities and much-needed…
Hania Province
On the beach at the southwestern edge of Stavros, have a drink or a light meal at the Sunset Beach cafe, tucked under a huge tree with a shady timber deck…
Corfu
At this seafront taverna facing a tumbledown jetty, just beyond Boukari's harbour, you can feast on locally caught mullet, bass, grouper or – best of all …
Rethymno
In a Venetian-era building a bone toss from the fortress, chic yet chilled Castelvecchio is perfect for date night – especially if your date is a plate of…
Hania Province
Signposted down a narrow alley to the left as you come into Georgioupoli, this well-regarded taverna is run by a fishing family. You can choose from the…
Iraklio Province
Near Pitsidia’s main square, low-key Mike’s is a great place to hang out in the evening and reflect on the events of the day over wine and simple but…
Lasithi Province
Attractively decorated, with its rock walls accented with colourful murals, this friendly family taverna on the main square cooks only with olive oil and…
Lasithi Province
Attached to the Myrtos Hotel, this high-ceilinged main-street joint offers excellent homemade food: souvlaki, mousaka, red mullet and pork chops. It's…
Rethymno Province
Even after 30-plus years in business, Onar still hasn’t lost its grip on the crowd. There are plenty of other tavernas with romantic views over the port,…
Skopelos
Beyond sky-blue doors, enjoy sweeping views of Evia from Skopelos-glam Agnanti’s rooftop terrace while grazing on exquisite Greek fusion dishes such as…
Syntagma & Plaka
For great traditional fare, it's hard to beat this inconspicuous, no-frills taverna on the periphery of Plaka, with a few tables on the footpath. There’s…
Lasithi Province
Run by a lovely Greek-Swiss couple, this seafront tavern has a capacious terrace with cheerful purple-and-white furniture and a menu loaded with dishes…
Pelion Peninsula
Now relocated in smart new premises at the southern end of the village, Pinakates’ best restaurant remains popular with locals and Volos folks for…
Rhodes Town
Petaladika might look like just another tourist trap, tucked into a corner just off the main Old Town drag, but with its fresh white-wood interior, and…
Thrace
This cheery cafe is good for a lighter meal, coffee or a drink. Order at the counter from the day's selection of soups, a few hot lunch options (meatballs…
Zakynthos
Delicious and wholesome Italian-influenced food, much of it organic and/or vegetarian, served in an enticing setting, with linens and upholstery that…
Peloponnese
There's something life-affirming about this hospitable corner place, where locals come for a hearty feed of souvlaki, roast chicken or spit-roasted pork…
Skopelos
A friendly seafront taverna with tables and sunbeds (free) on lovely Panormos Beach, for mousakas, stuffed tomatoes, seafood classics and perfectly fuss…
Rethymno Province
This upbeat, colourful harbourside patio is a great place to relax. Meals have a creative edge – try pork with dried fruit or chicken with lavender…
Kefallonia
At the far-northern end of the curving bay, this custard-hued taverna has tables right on the quayside that catch the late-afternoon 'golden hour'. It…
Pelion Peninsula
There's not a whole lot of choice for where to eat on little Palio Trikeri, but it doesn’t matter – Diavlos, right on the quayside, is pretty much perfect…
Santorini
In Pyrgos, Brusco offers coffee, wine and local flavours in a sweet rustic cafe-deli with plenty of outdoor space. Stop by for the warm welcome, homemade…
Santorini
This marvellous taverna sits just across the road from the beach, about 400m along the Perissa waterfront from the bus stop. Try the mouthwatering seafood…
Corfu Town
Sip a glass of wine and look forward to tucking into tasty treats such as shrimps with feta or fried fish marinated in sweet and sour sauce at this…
Rethymno Province
The tree-shaded and flower-filled patio here offers a peaceful setting for both classic taverna fare and international cuisine. It shares space with…
Andros
A few kilometres from Hora is the delightful crystal-clear blue of Gialia Beach, where this excellent restaurant serves snacks and Greek classics to…
Meteora & Thessaly
Good traditional taverna in a lovely rural setting a few steps down off the main Kalambaka–Kastraki road; it's a 10-minute walk from either village. All…
Dodecanese
This deservedly popular taverna, adorned with cobalt-and-white trim, sits to the west of the marina jetty with seating on a raised terrace next to a tiny…
Lasithi Province
Right on the beach, this fish taverna is run by the lovely Anastasia and her fisherman husband. Come for great sunsets accompanied by well-prepared…
Alonnisos
One of three fine no-fuss fish tavernas on the tiny waterfront in the sleepy northern hamlet of Kalamakia, serving up superb lobster and other seafood, as…
Around Athens
Affectionate service and a nice homey atmosphere in an old mansion. There is a wide-ranging family-friendly menu: eggs, burgers, pizzas and plenty more…
Hania Province
Locals mix with in-the-know visitors at this quintessential family taverna presided over by Giannis, who’s usually ensconced behind the grill coaxing meat…
Athens
This mega-popular souvlaki joint is – in case the decor and name don't give it away – dedicated to the King of Rock and Roll. Every skewer comes with good…
Dodecanese
Chiliomodi has been keeping locals and travellers happy for nearly three decades and, thanks to the fisherman-owner, is synonymous with the freshest of…
