Santorini
This is one of Santorini's most celebrated restaurants. Dishes such as pasticcio stuffed with pork cheek and Aegean codfish with smoked aubergine are…
Must-see restaurants in Greece
Sifnos
The cute name (Ω3) hints at the treats on offer at this small, casual 'fish and wine bar'. There’s a menu of fab fishy flavours, grabbing techniques from…
Macedonia
This humble taverna, bang in the centre of Agios Germanos, dishes up some of the best homemade Greek food in the region. Pies filled with nettles or other…
Hania
This cheery lunch spot gets contemporary designer flair from the cement floor and hip lighting. It wins the area's 'local favourite' hands down, by…
Ikaria
Marrying traditional island cuisine with cosmopolitan culinary fashion, this upmarket eatery in the heart of Armenistis has a small army of devoted…
Ios
One of those rare restaurants that get everything right, Salt is a light-filled, breezy outdoor space under a canopy of whitewashed bamboo overlooking the…
Paros
Occupying a small corner in Old Town, this cafe is big on flavour. One of the islands’ best breakfast menus awaits: superfood smoothies and shakes, a…
Hania Province
In Kalyviani village, about 6km west of central Kissamos, Gramboussa serves fine traditional Cretan cuisine in an elegantly rustic stone building set in a…
Oia
All-fresh, all-local ingredients, such as wild greens, white aubergine, hand-crushed fava, caper leaves and wild asparagus go into top-notch taverna…
Kythira
A delightful family-run taverna just back from the eastern end of Paleopoli Beach, Skandeia places major emphasis on wholesome, freshly sourced local…
Hania
This modern seafood mezedhopoleio (restaurant specialising in mezedhes) is often packed to the gills with chatty locals and tourists. Dishes straddle the…
Cyclades
Regular taverna fare is taken to the next level at this attractive place tucked beside St Spyridon's Church, with terrace seating overlooking the valley…
Zagorohoria
The plateia of Monodendri may be the geographic centre of pita excellence in Greece. This wood-panelled restaurant serves a big slab of seasonal pie –…
Lasithi Province
The oldest among several waterfront tavernas, Ta Kochilia has cooked up a storm for nearly a century and is still an excellent port of call for fanciers…
Tinos
Set on a sunny terrace overlooking Giannaki Bay, this friendly taverna offers superlative home-cooked island specialities, including a particularly good…
Rhodes Town
If you want to eat on the waterfront, Rhodes Town holds no better option than Meltemi, nestled into the sands of Elli Beach, just beyond Mandraki Harbour…
Corfu Town
Right next to the market and a fishmongers, this is an easy-going, youthful place to eat inventive and truly superb seafood such as prawn tortellini with…
Kythira
An acclaimed local taverna far off the beaten track, 1km beyond Kalamos en route to Fyri Ammos (look for signs), Filio offers island classics such as slow…
Paros
A local institution since 1969, this taverna is as traditional as it gets, with a lovely vine-draped terrace out back. Vlasis and Christina source all…
Lefkada
With its harbourfront walls hung with antique bikes and carriage lamps, this cool arbour is much more cafe than bakery, serving pizzas, waffles, cocktails…
Rethymno Province
One of the oldest restaurants in the area, Panorama could not be more aptly named: on the shaded terrace, intoxicating views stretch towards the Libyan…
Limnos
A popular well-managed taverna, 20 minutes' drive from Myrina in the village of Sardes, just north of Therma. Traditional country dishes include rooster,…
Galaxidi
Unassuming but outstanding restaurant towards the mouth of the port, where creative seafood dishes include shrimp with frumenty (cracked wheat); moussaka…
Lefkada
This delightful terrace restaurant in Athani village has inspiring views down the mountainside to the sea beyond. Join the locals sitting in the shade of…
Naxos
A destination in its own right, Axiotissa is all about creative dishes made from locally sourced ingredients, be it fresh catch from their fisherman…
Lindos
This former sea captain's residence with its beautiful stone relief is perfect for lunch or dinner on the roof terrace or inside. Sea bass, octopus,…
Lasithi Province
One of two top-ranked tavernas at the northern end of Hiona Beach, this more upscale contender in a stone house is usually filled with patrons lusting…
Corfu
A family-run restaurant for 150 years, the Old Perithia Taverna has shelves full of dusty farming implements and sepia-coloured family photographs. Almost…
Andros
Renowned throughout Andros as the island's best 'meatery', O Kossis is located in the middle of nowhere, in the hills above Gavrio, signposted beyond…
Small Cyclades
Showcasing the best of Cycladic produce with pride, Mikres serves a short and sweet menu of mezedhes, fish and meat dishes under a stylish bamboo awning…
Thessaloniki
This charismatic little backstreet joint, decorated with herb garlands, utensils, event posters and even a vintage jukebox, is locally loved for its…
Dodecanese
Kick back at this gorgeous taverna spread around the curve of tiny Kania beach. Watch as the owner grills fresh tuna or bream on the fire beside you, gaze…
Piraeus
Grab a cab to this fantastic seafood mezedhopoleio, where you can tuck into small plates of grilled sardines or steamed mussels. For dessert there's…
Kalymnos
Without doubt, the best seafood-only taverna on the island. Prices here are slightly higher than your regular taverna, but you get what you pay for: the…
Ionian Islands
The chefs at Vasilis, a low-slung terracotta cottage on the paved harbourfront, are by far the most creative in town. Well-turned-out local specialities…
Saronic Gulf Islands
One of the Saronic Gulf's top dining experiences, the Verandah at the Poseidonion Grand Hotel is the dining space for the refined, high-concept cuisine of…
Naxos
With an outdoor terrace beneath a walnut tree, this charming, well-regarded family taverna has the feel of an old country kitchen and serves the best food…
Hania Province
You can get a delicious meal at this taverna on the main street in Kournas village. Owner Andreas is known for his incredible sausages, excellent apaki …
Oia
With the seashore literally at your table, this gem of a tavern is worth the steep ascent on foot to Armeni Bay (though you can also catch a boat from…
Rethymno Province
With veggies straight from its garden and local wine from the barrel, this taverna on pint-sized Karavostasi beach offers homemade dishes that are…
