Elounda
Well worth the uphill walk to the ancient village of Mavrikiano, this adorable drinking den does a roaring trade in bottled craft beers, quality local…
Must-see nightlife in Lasithi Province
Agios Nikolaos
Dutch for 'cheerio', Toedeledokie is the brainchild of Dutch artist Lucia, who supplies killer coffee, creamy milkshakes and creative toasties all day…
Agios Nikolaos
Rub shoulders with gregarious locals at this contemporary cafe-bar sprawling over several tiers above pebbly Gargadoros Beach, about 1km south of the town…
Agios Nikolaos
The clientele is chatty, the rock music thunderous and the beer ice cold at this funky haunt that's rocked the waterfront since 1983, making it the town's…
Lasithi Province
This comfy-chic local fave with huge backlit bar and stone-walled interior is a top after-dark spot, when a youthful crowd invades for funky sounds, sweet…
Elounda
This day-to-night stalwart has been getting mobbed by tourists, expats and locals for nearly 30 years – and for good reason. The drinks are cold and…
Agios Nikolaos
This alt-flavoured lair buzzes with the conversation of earnest boho locals and offers a cocktail of cool tunes, a sea-facing terrace, and an eclectic…
Lasithi Province
With its sofas, old-fashioned lamps and quirky art on stone walls, this is a welcome slice of boho charm in Sitia. Fruit salads, club sandwiches, fresh…
Ierapetra
Carb heaven for the sweet toothed. In this locally adored cafe cocoa, milk, nuts, fruit and other delicious morsels find their destiny in chocolates,…
Agios Nikolaos
The most stylish among the harbour-front bars, Bajamar is a mellow daytime port of call for coffee, juices and snacks but is buzziest after 11pm, when the…
Lasithi Province
On the main street at the beach end of town, Isla adds a dash of sophistication to Plaka with its lounge-style vibe and smart, grown-up menu of craft…
Ierapetra
This tiny bar with petrol walls, flea-market finds and complexion-friendly lighting from basket lamps is a great backdrop for getting lost in conversation…
Ierapetra
Generations of locals have bopped their heads to rock of all stripes at this classic party den since it opened in 1990. Redone in 2015, it now flaunts a…
Agios Nikolaos
Mark your turf amid hanging plants, shrubs and funky decor in this high-in-the-sky bar overlooking lake and harbour. Wallet-watchers invade before 10.30pm…
Lasithi Province
In a lovely stone house in the pedestrian zone near the village entrance, just off the main street, this cosy cafe has sidewalk tables and is a good pit…
Lasithi Province
This alt-flavoured lair plays it cool with head-bopping rock and an outdoor lounge area overlooking the promenade leading to the ferry terminal.
Lasithi Province
An excellent little cafe, this place makes for a cool stop in the shade to grab some homemade honey and yoghurt or a fresh orange juice.
Elounda
On the western side of the main square and overlooking the little harbour, this convivial bar is as busy as a beehive from morning till late at night. It…
Ierapetra
With its mint-blue-and-white interior, modern tunes, and mixed crowd of young students and old boys flicking worry beads, this cafe-bar is a good spot no…
Agios Nikolaos
This casual haunt popular with locals and visitors prides itself on being the only place in town to play only Greek music. A low-key drinking den by day,…
