Hania
This solitary fish taverna among the vestiges of Hania’s old tanneries in Halepa, 2km east of the centre, is one of Crete’s top restaurants. Take in the…
Must-see restaurants in Hania Province
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…
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…
Hania
This modern seafood mezedhopoleio (restaurant specialising in mezedhes) is often packed to the gills with chatty locals and tourists. Dishes straddle the…
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 …
Hania Province
This award-winning taverna about 10km west of Hania attracts locals and visitors for its authentic and refined Cretan cuisine. Tables fill an elegant…
Hania Province
The old stone taverna I Sterna tou Bloumosifi has a welcoming tree-shaded courtyard garden and is known far and wide for its excellent Cretan cuisine. For…
Hania Province
The restaurant at Milia ecotourism retreat is well worth the detour for its frequently changing seasonal menu incorporating organic produce cultivated on…
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…
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…
Hania Province
Whether gorge walker or hire-car driver, do not miss the chance to dine at wonderful To Skolio, about 5km east of Paleohora. The converted red-and-white…
Hania Province
Breakfast, sandwiches and Cretan pies are served at Alpha, the community-run cafe and tourist-info office in Azogires village. It's usually staffed, but…
Hania Province
On the main roundabout in Anopoli, Platanos serves hearty lunches, and is known for its roast lamb (available most weekends in summer) and other homemade…
Hania
In an age-old stone building that used to house a hammam, and flanking a quiet square, this romantic taverna serves richly textured dishes with a strong…
Hania Province
The extensive menu here features all the staples, but it’s the location and the sensational views overlooking Vrissi Beach with a backdrop of cliffs that…
Hania Province
It’s well worth the short saunter to the peninsula’s southeastern tip to sample the authentic comfort food and warm hospitality at this taverna, popular…
Hania Province
Dine on modern creative Cretan cuisine at this summer-only terrace restaurant at the Kaliviani guesthouse. Dishes are well presented and might feature…
Hania Province
Part of an excellent family-run studio and apartment complex at the western end of the beach, about 1km from the fortress, this is the best place to eat…
Hania
Opposite the minaret in the Splantzia quarter, this cosy restaurant with modern country-style furniture and an appealing flower-strewn terrace sits among…
Hania Province
Hidden in a pretty grapevine-shrouded courtyard off the Hania road, this charismatic restaurant specialises in traditional charcoal-grilled local meats,…
Hania
A taverna tucked away from the crowds behind the harbour, Christostomos is popular with tourists and locals for its classic Cretan cuisine. Start with…
Hania
Settle in at an outdoor table with sea views for some fantastic vegan dishes at meat-free Pulse, located at the western end of Firkas Fortress. The mezes…
Samaria Gorge
Perched just over the spectacular drop of Samaria Gorge, with eagles occasionally circling outside its wraparound windows, this cosy restaurant dishes up…
Hania
With its stone-arched interior, warm welcome and well-executed dishes, this is a great all-rounder in a quieter part of the old town, not far from Firkas…
Hania Province
On the road to Hania, this popular taverna serving mezedhes (small dishes) is a great place for a quick, well-priced snack or meal. The friendly owners…
Hania Province
On the cliff overlooking the great expanse of Falasarna beach, this cafe has spectacular views from its huge lawn terrace. It offers a full range of…
Hania
This hip, much-buzzed-about cafe-bar has a sweet location in an impeccably renovated 1830 customs house right in the Venetian Harbour. Grab a high chair,…
Hania
In the quieter eastern harbour, these well-respected spots for fresh fish and Cretan dishes are in two separate buildings away from each other. Apostolis…
Hania
This stylish, convivial taverna, part of which is in a converted Turkish bathhouse, has captured people's attention since 1982 with strong-flavoured…
Hania Province
Don’t miss the delicious baked goods at Cretan Divine Family Bakery, where friendly Angeliki serves up cookies, kalitsounia (Cretan cheese pies), homemade…
Hania Province
At this elegantly rustic beachfront spot with crushed pebbles underfoot, Jean-Luc Delfosse has forged his own culinary path in a refreshing change from…
Hania Province
At the beginning of the gauntlet of harbour-front tavernas, family-run Nikos is a reliable spot for Greek staples, grilled fish and meat, and Cretan…
Hania Province
At the start of the gorge in Imbros village, friendly, family-run Porofarango has a big balcony with panoramic views of the gorge and serves good-value…
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…
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…
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…
Hania Province
Enjoy traditional Cretan dishes like gamopilafo (lamb and stock-cooked rice) or faves like homemade pizza in this stone-built restaurant with a balcony…
Hania Province
In the village of Armenoi, south of the ruins at Aptera, seek out Tzitzikas for a fresh Cretan meal or a coffee on the edge of a river, under lush,…
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…
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…
