Must-see restaurants in Corfu Town

  • Venetian Well

    Corfu Town

    Corfu Town’s finest special-occasion restaurant has a beautifully faded square to itself, hidden away near the cathedral and complete with a genuine…

  • Fishalida

    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…

  • Pane & Souvlaki

    Corfu Town

    Arguably the Old Town’s best-value budget option (the locals rave), with outdoor tables on the town-hall square, this quick-fire restaurant does exactly…

  • To Tavernaki tis Marinas

    Corfu Town

    The stone walls, hardwood floors and cheerful staff lift the ambience of this taverna. Check the daily specials, or choose anything from mousakas (baked…

  • La Cucina

    Corfu Town

    Chic and stylish, this romantic, dinner-only place is known for its creative cuisine and VIP clients. The name implies Italian food, though the owner…

  • Chrisomalis

    Corfu Town

    Going strong since 1904, this traditional little taverna was a haunt of the Durrell family and actor Anthony Quinn, and there are old pictures on the wall…

  • Rouvas

    Corfu Town

    As Greek as it gets, this earthy, lunch-only spot is a Corfiot institution, although tourists seem to take over in summer. It serves up decent mayirefta …

  • Estiatorio Bellissimo

    Corfu Town

    The Old Town holds few nicer spots for an al-fresco evening than this casual but stylish restaurant that spreads across a peaceful pedestrian square. It's…

  • To Alato Pipero

    Corfu Town

    Welcoming all-day taverna–ouzerie (place that serves ouzo and light snacks) with outdoor tables in a pedestrian alley. Grilled specialities include local…

  • En Plo

    Corfu Town

    Cream-toned cafe in a magnificent setting, down at sea level away from everything at the northeastern tip of the Old Town. You can enjoy a simple meal of…

  • Oinos kai Geuseis

    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…

  • Anthos

    Corfu Town

    Much-loved little back-alley restaurant with a handful of outdoor tables. Most diners are here for the seafood, savouring dishes such as squid carpaccio,…

  • Salto Wine Bar

    Corfu Town

    This small, bright and modern wine bar and bistro down on the waterfront is causing waves among foodies in Corfu. With a menu strong on Italian influences…

  • Starenio

    Corfu Town

    A magical little bakery, dripping with bougainvillea, where in-the-know locals linger at tables on the sloping pedestrian street to savour cakes, coffee,…

  • Abakas

    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…

  • Rosy’s Bakery

    Corfu Town

    Ultra-friendly bakery-cafe that’s a real home from home. It serves luscious, creamy cakes, succulent pastries, local yogurt with kumquats, and good coffee…

  • Rex

    Corfu Town

    A favourite local rendezvous, especially for leisurely lunches, this stately cafe-restaurant set a block back from the Liston serves a Mediterranean…

  • Il Vesuvio

    Corfu Town

    With outdoor tables on both sides of the pedestrian street, this classy place has won awards for its moreish homemade gnocchi, cannelloni and pizza. Leave…

  • Corfu Sailing Club Restaurant

    Corfu Town

    The effort it takes to reach this romantic and refined restaurant, on the waterfront within the Old Fort, is rewarded with a perfect location for a…

  • Aegli

    Corfu Town

    Claiming to be the oldest restaurant in town, the Aegli has a perfect location on the Liston and serves decent traditional meals, including a tasty wild…

  • Pergola

    Corfu Town

    Backstreet taverna in the former Jewish quarter, busy in the early evenings with visitors attracted by its well-priced food and drink – sample local…

  • Lemonito

    Corfu Town

    With its homemade burgers and pizzas and its outdoor tables, this self-styled 'family kitchen' makes a good stop for kids, but the grown-up Greek cuisine …

  • Bakalogatos

    Corfu Town

    Charming, old-fashioned taverna in an alleyway near the Old Port – look for the red-bicycle motif on the windows. It's popular with young locals for its…

  • La Famiglia

    Corfu Town

    Tucked into an alley near the Church of Agios Spyridon, this cosy restaurant with checked tablecloths and peach-coloured interior delights with antipasti,…

  • Efi’s Alley

    Corfu Town

    A friendly haven draped in violently bright bougainvillea and with pastel-blue chairs set out in a quiet little square, away from the Liston action; zesty…

  • Mouragia

    Corfu Town

    Low-key, traditional seafood taverna that makes a welcome way station on the curving seafront road, serving fresh-caught fish and a brilliant-value daily …

  • Veranda

    Corfu Town

    Lovely waterfront restaurant, with a shaded terrace jutting over the turquoise waters that’s often packed at lunchtime. Diners relish Greek classics, from…