Saronic Gulf Islands
The welcoming, family-run Alkyoni is a 10-minute stroll southeast of Skala’s quay. The popular taverna dishes up well-prepared fish and meat, while the…
Saronic Gulf Islands
The welcoming, family-run Alkyoni is a 10-minute stroll southeast of Skala’s quay. The popular taverna dishes up well-prepared fish and meat, while the…
Limeni
Takis lures in diners with simple yet beautifully prepared fresh fish – of course, the stunning setting, right over the turquoise water, helps. Take your…
Messinia
Gourmet Greek meets contemporary Mediterranean on the seaside strip. The menu changes seasonally but is generally matched by the funky ambience, designer…
Messinia
From the seasonal spaghetti vongole (with clams) and chicken sautéed with oranges and honey, to the ample servings of the spicy pizza piccante, this…
Sifnos
It's well worth detouring to the village of Faros just to dine at this seafront taverna, where fisherman and owner, Giorgios, cooks up the sea's bounty…
Lefkada
Memorably good Greek–Italian restaurant, as popular with locals as with tourists, with stylish, comfortable seating on the central inland square. The jet…
Ithaki
A smart little restaurant a block back from the waterfront, with a cool front terrace and a swanky bar in its elegant wood-panelled dining room…
Kefallonia
A popular taverna, 50m in from the seafront 1.5km south of central Lixouri. It's reliable for high-quality fresh seafood and grilled meats, and also…
Lasithi Province
This powder-blue, hole-in-the-wall waterfront restaurant has an interior festooned with coral and shells, and a few tables outside for tucking into…
Kythira
A newbie on the Kapsali dining scene, modern taverna Trattamento appeals as much to salt-crusted fishers as it does to holidaying city folk. The kitchen…
Samos
Very friendly and smallish new taverna on the edge of a nice mountain village, with sweeping views of the sea and adjacent islands. Anna is a great cook:…
Central Greece
Popular and dependable taverna on Plateia Xenias, alongside the post office and slightly above the taxi rank. Open year-round, with well-prepared…
Saronic Gulf Islands
Karavolos means ‘big snail’ and snails are indeed a house speciality at this quaint eatery on a backstreet. Friendly proprietors also offer classic Greek…
Hania Province
This taverna is known for its fresh fish and decent Cretan specialities, such as wild snails or goat in white-wine sauce. Enjoy your meal under a shady…
Dodecanese
Idyllic 'so-this-is-island-Greece' setting with tree-shaded tables propped up amid the beach pebbles and the waves almost lapping at your feet. The…
Fira
Central and cheerfully dressed in red gingham, this terrace restaurant has surprisingly reasonable prices and a good local following. Expect top…
Hania Province
One of the best options for a feed in Elafonisi, family-run Glykeria offers a mix of Cretan classics, burgers, pasta and seafood, as well as sea views and…
Hora (Naxos)
Occupying a tiny plaza right at the heart of labyrinthine Bourgos, O Apostolis serves up traditional dishes in its pretty flagstone courtyard. The…
Serifos
Halfway up the hill between Livadi and Hora, signposted on the right, Aloni offers splendid panoramas and an upscale feel. Islanders rate it among Serifos…
Peloponnese
The only taverna open year-round in Stemnitsa, and it's a solid one, just behind the bell tower. Eat inside or sit outdoors under giant umbrellas. The…
Rethymno
One of several tavernas right at the water’s edge below the fortress, En Plo does dependable faves like shrimp spaghetti and grilled salmon but shows its…
Corfu
A homey dinner-only joint at the main crossroads just east of Pelekas. Delicious local specialities include Corfu’s finest kontosouvli (spit-roast pork…
Syros
Get Syran food at its best at this atmospheric taverna, its walls covered with ye olde photos of village life. They serve rooster, delicious lamb chops…
Athens
An Exarhia institution since 1915, this low-key mayirio (cookhouse) is popular with students and anyone with a taste for good-value, homestyle Greek food,…
Hania Province
This classic taverna on the central waterfront is known for fresh fish (which you can take a look at in the kitchen before ordering) but also has plenty…
Skopelos
A smarter-than-most taverna towards the north end of the seafront promenade, with flagstone floors, baby-blue decor, a warm welcome and a seafood-starring…
Dodecanese
Hands down the most succulent meat on the island is to be found at smart Petrino. Aside from delicious steaks there's octopus salad, stewed rabbit, and…
Samos
Upon entering Manolates you'll see signs, one after the other, pointing the way to this traditional eatery above the village. Proud owner Manolis serves…
Rethymno Province
Just south of the Venetian fountain, this friendly place has a big roadside terrace, reliably good traditional cooking and a decent house red. Try the…
Samos
Named for Kokkari's old boat-building area, this authentic old-style Greek taverna – nothing more, nothing less – does great pizzas and mousakas…
Mykonos
Drunk with sunshine and skin tangy with sea salt, beachgoers make their way up to Kalosta's shady terrace overlooking Panormos Beach. Bask in the…
Ierapetra
This modern cafe is known for its good coffee and gooey loukoumadhes (honey doughnuts) along with generously stuffed fresh sandwiches, cakes and cheese…
Skiathos Town
The local go-to for some of the best souvlakia (cubes of meat on skewers), gyros (meat slithers cooked on a vertical rotisserie; usually eaten with pitta…
Pelion Peninsula
Drive 18km southeast from Volos to find this little gem in the main square of Ano Gatzea, serving very good Greek standards and wine at very decent prices…
Sparta
On the main square, 'Amber' gets a green light from us with its nouveau-rustic interior and commodious outdoor tables. The menu offers punchy flavours and…
Skopelos
The red door, hand-painted signs and tiled floors give away this snappy cafe, known for its perfect fresh tyropita (cheese pie). At night the place morphs…
Alonnisos
A cheerful terrace cafe with green deckchairs, fresh juices, light meals, Greek desserts and a supermarket by the waterside. Owner and author Kostas…
Samos
An efficient and comfortable Kokkari harbour bar, serving good breakfasts, afternoon snacks, fresh juices and evening cocktails. Decent prices, plus free…
Corfu Town
Let your inner carnivore loose at this excellent grill house, which has a keen local following and is set a little way off the noisy tourist strip. Sit…
Folegandros
With a lovely outdoor setting in the leafy town hall square, Araxe serves up Greek and local favourites utilising bounty from the sea and land. The lamb,…