The best restaurants Cyclades

You should know that this tavern exists, hidden in the hotel. It is a traditional restaurant, once run by Stamatis' parents. Today, the latter provides the service while his wife Zampeta prepares the dishes. On the menu, particularly successful, we had: caper salad with onions, chickpea soup, rooster in wine and lamb in the oven. Organic vegetables are grown in family fields. They also raise their rabbits, lambs, chickens, sheep and pigs. Homemade desserts are delicious.

Follow the guide (signs) to find this old building with blue shutters. A small, beautifully decorated and plant-rich inner courtyard - as well as some tables in an inner room, and others on a superb terrace with a view of the sea, ideal for sunset on the caldera. It is a good place to eat, the dishes are made with local produce but change a little from what is served in the taverns; there are pasta and risotto, but also many meat, fish and seafood dishes.

This is undoubtedly one of the best places on the island. In the quiet and relaxing village of Finikia, just behind the hustle and bustle of Oia, is this excellent traditional Greek taverna. And we insist on the traditional aspect, with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, a tasteful rustic decoration and above all a local and extremely tasty cuisine. Andreas, the young owner, makes a point of sourcing the best local products. The Imam Bayaldi (stuffed with aubergines) is simply exquisite.

Here's a very nice seaside address in the village of Ambelas. You'll recognize it by its shaded terrace with a beautiful olive tree at its center. It serves high-quality Mediterranean cuisine revolving around seafood, the house specialty being Greek and French oysters fresh from the aquarium. But you can also opt for fish or lobster. The wine list is particularly rich in Greek varietals. Yannis, the owner, will be happy to advise you.

Feredini is the ideal place to dine in a romantic atmosphere on the caldera of Santorini facing the Aegean Sea. Between intimacy and conviviality on two levels, you will enjoy a creative and high quality Greek semi-gastronomic cuisine, which revisits the unconditional Mediterranean cuisine. You will also enjoy a fine list of local wines. We recommend you to book in advance to get the best placed tables with a view and spend a memorable evening. An address not to be missed.

This restaurant at the entrance to Apollonia offers its customers typical Greek dishes, grilled meats and pizzas. While the menu is extensive, the products are fresh, of good quality and the service is authentic, as is the tavern's almost kitsch interior decoration. If you come here, it's not just for the traditional, home-style cuisine, it's also and above all for the exceptional view from the terrace and garden of beautiful Sifnos under the vine-covered arbour, with a small glass of house wine in hand.

Trust the Sifniotes: here's the best traditional taverna on Sifnos, with its feet in the water, its chairs planted in the sand, and its people lounging in the shade of the tamarisk trees on Vathi beach. Here you'll find all the classic dishes of Greek tavernas, but prepared here with the finest produce and respect for ancient recipes. The family also owns a farm above the restaurant, in the mountains, from which they produce - rarely seen - their excellent meat and three types of 100% Sifniote goat's cheese.

Skala is a nice restaurant, set in a soothing environment. The staff is attentive, the Greek cuisine is of very good quality and served with a nice effort of presentation. All the classics are there: moussaka, salads, meats, and a great deal of fish and seafood. A selection of local wines is also featured, in particular those of the renowned Domaine Sigalas, based in Oia. Busy contemplating your plate, you will soon forget that there is no particular view. Remember to make a reservation though.

A gastro establishment that offers a contemporary interpretation of the different cuisines around the Mediterranean... with a hint of Thai influence. Diversified and sunny, the menu changes regularly according to the fresh products available. Vegetarians will be particularly pleased with the proposed menu, which features legumes, cereals and fresh vegetables. The chef likes organic ingredients and vegetables. The products come from the island or region, as much as possible, and the wine list is interesting.

In the garden of an old captain's house dating from 1825, you can find yourself under a bougainvillea by candlelight in one of the most romantic places in the village. Candouni offers a Mediterranean cuisine defending fresh and local products. Especially not to miss the lamb baked in a paper parchment. Authentic atmosphere where good food and good mood meet. The very friendly managers speak fluent French.

Since 1958 and three generations ago, Simos has been the place to come for fresh fish caught every morning in the waters around the island. The à la carte menu includes fresh squid from September to June. The waiters are friendly and give good recommendations. Some meats are local and come from the family farm. Mastelo and chickpea soup are other Sifnos specialties. The good news is that prices here have remained reasonable despite inflation.

One of the best fish restaurants on the island. We recommend the fresh fish, caught in the morning, roe fish, ceviche and cuttlefish for four dishes that stand out. The seafood pasta is also exceptional. Case in point: a fresh sea bass, caught on the day and prepared before our eyes with delicious steamed vegetables. Simple and good. Here, the cuisine is a little more refined, with the option of simply grilled fish, to preserve the flavours of the sea. A pleasant setting and good wines to accompany a successful meal.