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A small, cosy and French-speaking bistro. It's nice, it's cool, you eat it, you drink it, it's good… you look at people, look at the sea, we're discussing the sea.

Undoubtedly one of the best addresses in Parikiá and a place that changes from the usual Greek restaurants. The setting is very pretty, in a patio covered with vines. This address offers a refined menu where Greek traditions and influences from elsewhere are mixed (beet and ginger ravioli, fennel risotto...). This contemporary approach does good and changes a little from the classics that can be found everywhere. Chef Giorgios Mavridis elegantly receives guests in a pleasant inner courtyard. A very very good address.

Good cuisine, elegant and unpretentious, behind a small porch.

Quality international cuisine at a moderate price to savour in a beautiful garden. Let yourself be tempted by Daphne's salad, ideal for lunch or by the many more consistent evening dishes.

This fish tavern is pleasantly situated on the seafront, almost with its feet in the water. It's a popular spot for tourists and locals alike, who come for its reasonable prices, ideal location and fresh produce. We recommend the small fried fish, atherina, to be shared as a mezze with a nice cold beer to recover from the day's sightseeing, before tackling the more substantial dishes. Given the busy season, service can be a little slow.

You will always find a warm welcome in this bar and beautiful and very relaxing views. This address is brilliantly run by three brothers and sisters. Typical Greek dishes are revisited: vegetable risotto, saganaki with local cheese (fried cheese), homemade pizzas... The tsipouro, the brandy that is widespread throughout Greece, is also prepared by the owners. Reservation is recommended as the place is usually very popular. But quite ideal out of season or at the beginning of the service. In short, to be recommended!

At Nionios you will taste the authentic Greek cuisine. The owner invites you into his kitchen to show you all the dishes cooked and there is a choice! After presenting you with the available dishes, the chef will be pleased to let you taste his extra-fresh products of the day. Gemista (stuffed tomatoes or peppers), beef stifado (cooked with wine), vegetable lasagna, moussaka, cheese puff pastry... Vegetarians will also have a large choice of dishes at their disposal! Simply, in season, don't forget to book before you go!

Since 2001, Kate, Christoforos and Foteini, the chefs, have been serving traditional homemade food in a relaxing family environment. A large flowered terrace facing the sea. At Amalia's, the whole family welcomes you with a smile. The dishes are all homemade with fresh products. Among the specialities, the pork roasted for almost 12 hours, the cheese or meat puffs, the rabbit in the pan. The desserts are also homemade: baklava and galatobouriko (milk cream cake) are to die for!

A fish tavern in blue and white. Here, do not hesitate to order fish or seafood fritures.

The price is very affordable and the dishes are fresh and rich (try cooked shrimps, a real treat!). The service is nice and careful, but nothing is used to run…

Superbly located, this very class restaurant is well maintained and the service is impeccable. At dusk, it lights up and becomes very romantic. Ideal for a romantic dinner.

Here is a good restaurant address for reduced budgets with Greek inspired dishes and good souvlakis.

Located not far from the port and the Panagia Pantanassa, this restaurant serves quality Greek and fast food at very reasonable prices. Unsurprisingly, Allas is often a victim of its own success (come during off-peak hours to enjoy one of its tables), and understandably so: the gyros and souvlaki are exquisite, the portions are very generous and the salads are also very good. For vegetarian and vegan friends, you'll find an excellent vegan gyros here. A great place to enjoy a meal on the go.

In the shade of the tamarisk trees and with its feet (almost) in the sand, this restaurant and cocktail bar enjoys a very pleasant location. When it comes to food, you'll be spoilt for choice on the well-stocked Mediterranean and Asian-influenced menu (one of the only ones on Paros!): salads, pizzas, fish and seafood, numerous vegetarian options... The hardest part will be choosing! The service is attentive and friendly. And at sunset, the view over the bay of Parikia makes the Ephesus even more magical. A good address.

This tavern is located on the beach of Schinontas, just outside the port of Maltezana. Here you can eat very good food, prepared with good products, in a friendly and warm atmosphere. Thanassis, the owner of the place, has understood how to satisfy his customers: the immediate proximity of a beautiful beach (with umbrellas and deckchairs if you feel like it), a smiling and impeccable service, and an unbeatable freshness menu. All this with prices that remain reasonable. It's a great address, where we like to come back again and again.

A table right on the water, in a beautiful setting and above all a delicious cuisine, rather above the average of what you find in the tourist areas. From the restaurant's terrace you can almost see the harbour of Kioni with its picturesque fishing boats. You have to go there for the seafood. The restaurant serves fresh fish and lobster, sumptuous but obviously a bit expensive! But you can also settle for mezzedes or a less expensive mushroom risotto.

This family tavern is perched on the heights of Gialos and dominates the entire bay: the view from the terrace is spectacular and the location is ideal to see the sun set behind the amphitheatre of the port. It takes a little effort to get up there but you will be well rewarded. On the plates, you will taste good cuisine that is generous, unpretentious but honest, and offers good value for money, which is rare in Symi. Let yourself be tempted by the special dish of the day. Vegetarians will also be able to enjoy themselves.

This traditional kafeneio opened its doors at the beginning of the last century and, for a few decades, fulfilled its main function: welcoming the men of the village who met there to catch up, drink coffee and play tavli. Over the years, the establishment began to offer simple, traditional dishes, which it continues to do today. You can try the speciality of lamb cooked for 7 hours in an earthenware dish and, on Friday evenings, listen to concerts of traditional karpathiote music.

This tavern is one of the favorites of Ikariots who come here all year round to enjoy the generous cuisine served here. The chef, Eleftheria, is known for her successful interpretation of zucchini fritters, a great Greek classic, and for her pitarakia, small puffs with local cheese. We appreciate this good table without fuss, where you can sit comfortably on the terrace with a view, in the freshness of the trees and groves. For meat lovers, we recommend the grilled meats, very successful.

This fish and seafood tavern is ideally located on Aliki's small harbor. It comes from the entire island to taste fresh fish caught by the owner fishing in the morning. The octopus cooked on the tiles is falling and everything is simple, but fresh and good. 

If you want to stop eating, the Manos fish tavern is a pleasant place, especially for its terrace above the beach and its view of the castle. Fish dishes, but also meat and traditional cooked dishes. Good kitchen, without being "to fall".

This establishment serves good fish and cheap fish in a tiny port (hence its name).

Forget about the fresh fish and lobster that Astipalaia is famous for: at Tasos, the stars of the show are the grilled meats. The stars of the show at Tasos are the grilled lamb chops, the Greek-style steaks and the kid. It's all divinely simple and tasty, served on the heights of Schinontas beach, just outside the village. One overlooks the horizon, devouring all kinds of meats. Vegetarians should refrain: you won't find anything to your liking here apart from the accompanying vegetables.

Benetos Chora is the little brother of the restaurant Benetos in Grikos, which is known for its good food. It is a nice place where you can come for brunch and a coffee with a view. A young team, a modern menu that tries to mix international options with local products, and a carefully designed decoration are the elements that make the place a success. However, we regret the inflated prices (like the other establishments of Chora), and the trendy atmosphere that reminds us of a somewhat seen and seen again aesthetic.

An excellent cantina, although slightly off the port. It is worth coming to Vontza for its good gemista (stuffed tomatoes), chicken souvlaki and Greek salads. To accompany this, order the delicious house wine offered here. Its beautiful shaded terrace is popular with locals all year round. And in the kitchen, Spiros offers fresh fish, stifado and keftedes, tasty meatballs. For dessert, Spiros is happy to offer you melon and fresh grapes, or baklava.

This tavern is the fiefdom of Chief Sophia Makrygiannaki. She cooks local specialities: succulent stuffed vine leaves (dolmades), makarounes with onions and local cheese, sitaka. The menu is limited, and even if the menu displays many dishes, they will not all be available on the day of your visit... It is an unpretentious restaurant, which has been serving good homemade food for years. You will be pleasantly installed on the port of Bouka, in a soothing setting with a view of the church of Saint-Spyridon.

In the center of the port, the beautiful terrace of the Lazarakis restaurant is successfully run by Yorgos, Marie's husband from the Mediterraneo "brand". It's a meeting place for tourists looking for fresh fish and dishes that are a little more refined than the average Greek table. It's hard to resist the ceviche and other raw fish dishes, which vary according to the catch of the day. The wine list is equally respectable. Particularly pleasant in the evening, under the lights of the port. But beware of the prices...

For years, this has been one of the best restaurants on the harbor, but, as is often the case in Kastellorizo, it charges slightly inflated prices. People flock here for quality Greek cuisine, more refined and sought-after than the average classic taverna. With its elegant, immaculate terrace, Alexandra's is the place to go for succulent mezzedes to share. Don't hesitate to opt for the often delicious daily specials and fresh fish (but beware of the price, which should be confirmed before ordering to avoid unpleasant surprises!)

Since 2023, the Paradosiako Piato tis Lefkosias tavern has moved from the port to the foot of the citadel, in Paleo Horio. Today, it's the only tavern in the old village, where you can enjoy traditional dishes prepared over a wood fire. It's one of Halki's legendary restaurants, and we're delighted to discover it in this enchanting new location. We continue to rave about the meats cooked to perfection, including kid, the extra-fresh garden vegetables, and the hand-prepared makarouns .

Babis Taverna is a classic fish tavern on the harbour. You will find all the traditional dishes of Greek cuisine: excellent fish, of course, but also grilled meat and good vegetarian dishes among the vegetable side dishes. Finally, the wine of the house is respectable. As always with fresh fish, choose the animal with the waiter and get the price confirmed before placing the order: this will avoid unpleasant surprises when you check in.

Even before entering the area, we linger in front of the two-storey, century-old building, which has been nicely restored. This is undoubtedly the most pleasant tavern on Ioannou Theologou Square with, fortunately, a kitchen to match. The wine list - more than 120 - is stunning. The cuisine is simply refined, offering all the classics of Greek cuisine. In summer, the garden is lovely. Reservation recommended, as the place is very popular in this quiet and less touristic corner of Kos-ville.

The reputation of the Mavrikos restaurant is well established: it's known all over the island, well beyond the limits of Lindos. David Gilmour of Pink Floyd used to eat here when he visited the village. This pretty restaurant stands in stark contrast to the more touristy spots in the main square. This family, in the kitchen for over 75 years, offers a Rhodian cuisine with innovative touches - not necessarily inexpensive, and a little disappointing of late... But the course has been maintained. Also worth noting is the wide variety of vegetarian dishes.

This restaurant was recommended to us several times and we were not disappointed! The owners, originally from Cyprus, were quick to establish the (good) reputation of the place. Try the kotsi (roasted pork with vegetables), baked peppers, seafood saganaki (gratinated with feta) or one of the excellent salads on the menu. The grilled swordfish is also tasty. The locals also come here for the good atmosphere at the end of the week, but you'd better behave yourself (of course, with the police station next door!).

This restaurant offers a pleasant retreat compared to more touristy sites. Wooden floors and tables and rustic decor. Gerasimos, the owner, is no stranger to the reputation of the place. Excellent homemade olive oil, grilled meats and the best gyros in Skala! On the menu, traditional Greek cuisine, fish, some vegetarian options and fabulous desserts. Generous portions, pleasant flavours and, in the end, a reasonable bill.

On a wooden terrace, the lapping of water under your feet. As its name suggests, this restaurant is located on the quays (akti). This traditional tavern by the water's edge offers great classics such as moussaka, cephalonian pies, rabbit or fish. But their specialities also include pork with applesauce or rooster in wine with homemade potatoes. Or, on the sea side, wonderful mussels, shellfish and fresh fish (try swordfish). Beautiful wine list and seasonal dishes.

During your stay in Corfu, you can enjoy the best meat cooked on the spit or on the grill here. 150 metres after the village church, in the direction of Kassiopi, Vangelis and Anna offer you their specialities: kokoretsi and kontosouvli - roasted meat and charcoal grilling. The mistress of the kitchen prepares everything herself, rolls her own pastry for pies, makes her sausages, her tzatziki, but also homemade fries! In an area crowded in summer and where gastronomy is not always a priority, we appreciate it!

This tavern was the first one established in the area, by Spyros Mavronas, in 1987. Today, the restaurant is managed by his two sons, Adonis and Yiannis. Just a few meters from the sea, it has a breathtaking view of the clear water of the Ionian Sea and the mountains of the remote Epirus coast. The setting is idyllic with a beautiful view of the Avlaki beach from the terrace. Good Greek and Mediterranean cuisine, full of flavors, especially its kleftiko, incredible in flavor and sweetness. Good house wine as a bonus.

It is one of the "historic" addresses of this very touristy seaside resort. Thirty years ago, Kostas, the owner's father, came back from his military service with the idea - simple and beautiful - of this tavern sourcing only local products. At that time, tourism was not so flourishing! Today, it is run by his son and his two granddaughters. Traditional Corfiote and Greek cuisine. As a bonus, the terrace overlooks the Ionian Sea with a breathtaking view of Mount Pantokrator.

The village is full of more or less interesting taverns, but you can eat well and cheaply at this ouzerie. But above all, you can enjoy an evening cocktail or glass of wine in this very romantic setting. Prices are a little high, but almost all drinks are "signature" cocktails with unique ingredients not easily found. Simpler cocktails are of course more affordable and just as tasty. If you're coming by car, there's a parking lot just down the road.

The main attraction of this pizzeria is the view of the castle and Kapsali Bay. But the dishes are not bad either, and at a fair price: traditional cooking and homemade sauces. More local dishes include tiropita and good meats. Pasta with squid ink and salmon was also very good. A good atmosphere, dim lighting in the evening with a magnificent view, and professional service. All in all, the prices are very reasonable for what you get, both in terms of quality and generosity on the plate.

You must try Anna's cuisine! This restaurant has been in business for over 35 years. Specializing in fish, this tavern serves, among other things, excellent spaghetti with lobster. Overlooking the beautiful landscape and the bay of Avlemonas with its enchanting translucent blue waters, you will enjoy a unique taste journey through fresh fish and seafood, and traditional dish selections. The management also prides itself on offering options for meat eaters and vegetarians.

Kato Korakiana is best known for its restaurant, voted best establishment in Greece by Athinorama magazine in 2018. Under the sophisticated verandah of a country house is Etrusco, considered one of the best restaurants in Greece. Married to a Corfiote, the Italian chef Ettore Bortini revisits Ionian cuisine with joy. His menu is an odyssey that recounts his memories of Corfu, his father's birthplace in Italy in the Ionian Islands. And the terrace is wonderful. Reservation highly recommended.

Inside the Teloglion Museum of Contemporary Art, this is a great place to go out if you are looking for a tropical atmosphere. In summer, you can drink your coffee or sip your cocktail in the colorful garden with a Guadeloupean feel, arranged as an urban beach bar. Meaning Spoiled Child, the restaurant proposes in summer and winter a Greek cuisine revisited in the French style. The beef cheeks will leave you speechless and the selection of Greek wines is excellent. Regular musical animations give life to the place.

At the same time restaurant, cocktail-bar and café, this place serves suitable Greek and international cuisine. Incidentally, it is above all the most beautiful terrace on the island with a breathtaking view. Discover it for lunch or simply for a coffee break. If dinner gets a little chilly, we even bring you a plaid. The food is clearly not very expensive, but drinks are not given. We advise you to book in August, especially at sunset, when the place fills up at a crazy pace.

Housed in a ^17th-century Venetian building, let yourself be stunned by a sophisticated combination of flavors, colors and textures for a gastronomy of the highest level. Lamb with eggplant purée, fig chutney and potatoes with marjoram and thyme are among the chef's signature dishes. Alternatively, try his caramelized onion tart or veal cheeks with ginger, lemongrass and honey. Accompany your meal with one of the 700 references of Greek, French and world wines, one of the finest cellars in Greece.

Located above the "walls" (hence the name mouragia) overlooking the sea, praised and frequented mainly by locals, at the exit of the Liston and on the old port of Corfu, this tavern serves the great Corfu classics such as the pastitsada and the sofrito. 10 minutes from downtown, it is an excellent address, very authentic. Don't rely on the "Traditional Greek food" tourist catch sign: apart from the traditionally long service and the old-fashioned furniture, the kitchen is perfect. Mainly Greek customers.

Very good reception, excellent cuisine and good value for money. Very decent Greek cuisine and, what doesn't spoil anything, an excellent cocktail bar right next door managed by the same owners. It is understandable that the locals are in a hurry. The restaurant is charming, the staff is pleasant and above all the food is incredible! Here you will find homemade dishes but also products from their own garden. If you linger, it is also the story of the owners, Lakis and Diana, and their attachment to the island that you will get to know.

This is the restaurant of the Patmos Aktis Suites Hotel. Faithful to its reputation, the establishment offers a refined and sought-after cuisine, which is also more expensive than elsewhere... The products are of excellent quality, including fresh fish caught in the fish-bearing waters of Leros. The very beautiful menu offers a mix of Greek and international dishes. We particularly appreciate the idyllic location, directly on Grikos beach, and the very professional service. We don't like the coldness of the place, the frightening whiteness.

An excellent fish tavern near the port of Elafonisos facing the sea. The fish is fresh and cooked to perfection. The fava, the baked eggplant, the tomatoes stuffed with rice are also delicious. Quality products for a varied traditional cuisine (fish of the day, various salads, stuffed tomatoes and peppers....). But the must is the spaghetti with lobster. To be ordered in advance if possible! In fact, it's better to reserve at all. Very good value for money with a location right on the water.