Meteora & Thessaly
Hidden away on a side street in the Palaia district, very close to the train station, this friendly taverna serves lovely dishes from all over Greece, and…
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Athens
As typical, no-frills neighbourhood tavernas are slowly disappearing, it's worth making a trip to this stalwart, which excels in homestyle stews cooked…
Milos
Located just across from the beach, 1.2km southeast of the centre, this rustic taverna delivers a delicious array of traditional recipes, such as…
Syntagma & Plaka
Hidden away and with an intimate feel, this traditional place, in business since 1865, specialises in bakaliaros, toothsome cod fried in pillow-light…
Meteora & Thessaly
From the outside, Akamatra looks like all the tavernas in the lanes east of the ancient theatre. Inside, though, it’s a veritable Aladdin’s cave,…
Oia
This new kid on the block stands out among Oia's other fusion offerings because it gets everything right. Service is efficient, ingredient-driven dishes –…
Rethymno Province
This big restaurant in a modern stone house in the upper village is highly regarded for its hearty mountain fare and gracious hospitality. Local…
Dodecanese
Dropping down to the sea from the coast road, a couple of kilometres southeast of Skala, this romantic boutique restaurant and tapas bar is set on a…
Thessaloniki
This convivial ouzerie (a taverna serving food that complements ouzo) sits on a quiet crossroads in Ano Poli. In operation since the 19th century, it…
Rhodes Town
Look no further for the classic Greek-holiday taverna experience: welcoming, witty waiters; retsina flowing freely; and all the classics prepared just…
Macedonia
The laneways bordering Panagia and the portside parts of town are rich with ouzeries and tavernas where Kavalans congregate for lingering weekend lunches…
Rethymno
Stop by Meli for its delicious array of fresh goat's-milk ice cream, in flavours ranging from ricotta and fig to yoghurt and pomegranate to its signature…
Rhodes
The pick of several appealing lunch spots in the lively main square of Psinthos, 16km southeast of the Valley of the Butterflies. The wooden-beamed…
Elounda
A design feast in a converted carob factory with rave-worthy food to match. Count the fish in the sea from tables lined up along – and above – the…
Pelion Peninsula
In an idyllic setting, right above the sea in exquisite little Damouhari bay, this laid-back place serves up wonderful Pelion taverna standards. Fresh…
Lindos
Near the start of the donkey path up to the Acropolis, this whitewashed bakery-cafe consists of an enticing vine-covered pebble-mosaic courtyard, shaded…
Hania Province
A local institution and community gathering spot since 1990, the Third Eye knew what to do with beetroot, quinoa and hummus long before meatless fare went…
Thessaloniki
This Ano Poli taverna's ordinary looks hide some extraordinary food. Slow-cooked pork shank in thyme, anything grilled, and daily specials such as…
Rhodes Town
This inviting complex of historic homes, on a pedestrian shopping street, consists of several antique-filled rooms – cuckoo clocks feature strongly –…
Thrace
Grilled meats, bountiful salads, house-made tsipouro (pomace liquor) and the feeling you stumbled onto a secret hideaway: this quirky taverna has…
Kos Town
With its traditional wood-beamed ceiling and partly exposed stone walls covered in murals of the gods of the pantheon, Elia is earthy and friendly, and…
Athens
Unexpected for its location on a key nightlife square in Psyrri, this place makes excellent pites (pies), with filo crust that's 'opened' (rolled out by…
Hania
Locals start salivating at the mention of this bakery dedicated since 1924 to making the finest bougatsa. The flaky treat, filled with sweet or savoury…
Thessaloniki
Agora restaurant is part of the Ergon chain, dedicated to the best Greek produce, from Pindos mountain truffles to Alonissos tuna. The food at this deli…
Athens
This place is authentically decorated with coloured tiles, skeleton murals and Virgin Mary icons. Margaritas and various cocktails accompanied by…
Thessaloniki
Up in the heights of Ano Poli, beneath one of the best-preserved stretches of the city's Byzantine walls, Radikal is a handsomely styled restaurant where…
Macedonia
This gloriously situated taverna in Sarti has tables right on the sand and an excellent seafood-dominated menu. Choose from the day's catch, but don't…
Mykonos
Sophisticated yet deceptively simple contemporary Greek cuisine is served poolside at this exceptional restaurant attached to the Rocabella Hotel. Playful…
Kefallonia
The owner of Platanos has his own livestock farm, so naturally the restaurant is admired for its quality meat. There are also fish and vegetarian options,…
Zagorohoria
This traditional restaurant and guesthouse (rooms from €105) is everything delightful about Papingo in one place. The owners are passionate about local,…
Gazi, Keramikos & Metaxourgio
Gutsy fresh food, an open kitchen, friendly service, a handwritten daily menu and rock on the soundtrack: Seychelles may be the Platonic ideal of a…
Thessaloniki
Beneath walls strikingly decorated with classical-painting mash-ups (think Botticelli's Venus emerging from a piece of aerosol art), this charming little…
Athens
The five Athenian chefs behind this upmarket snack joint have focused on the quality of the ingredients to create ‘haute cuisine’ souvlaki with a choice…
Meteora & Thessaly
This long-time local favourite, below the church in the village centre, has reopened better than ever. Eat in the simple interior or on the garden terrace…
Mykonos
On the premises of the luxurious Santa Marina resort, this elegant beachfront restaurant and bar is hands down the best place in Mykonos for refined takes…
Thessaloniki
This earthy Ano Poli restaurant sources many of its ingredients locally and from its own back garden. Using what's in season, it serves a diverse range of…
Rhodes Town
With jazz and the scent of aromatic arabica coffee drifting through this tiny bakery cafe, and out to a handful of tables on the street, this is an Old…
Athens
Fouar is a central meeting point for Athens' fashionable crowd. The casual-stylish restaurant serves international cuisine with a strong Asian influence…
Patra
We love Ifaistou, the hidden eating and drinking street wedged under the hillside, with an alternative vibe and lively terrace scene. Aptaliko is our…
Dodecanese
Chances are you'll find yourself here, at this lively bakery-gelateria-cafe, on the western side of the waterfront; it's the social hub of the island and…
