The best restaurants Agios Nikolaos

Rotisserie specializing in the famous meat-filled pita (chicken or pork skewers or gyros) with a large and pleasant multicolored terrace at the Karnagio Bar, located right across the street. The establishment is very popular with young Greeks especially in the late evening. Excellent location in front of the lake. There are also nice portions of fresh fish from Elounda, seafood, various mezzes with a background of traditional Cretan music. Here too, one is indeed inspired by the philosophy of the island. Relaxed atmosphere.

In front of St. George's church, you can spot this charming tavern: a subdued atmosphere in an old house with a very nice shaded garden and an interior space decorated with care. Bougainvilleas, palm trees and a lot of flower pots make the evenings even more summery. You come here to eat fresh fish (more expensive per kilo) which is spread out on the pretty little caique in front of the entrance. Several dishes inspired by Greek-Cretan cuisine are also offered, as well as various dishes and salads. Perfect for a romantic dinner.

In a small street parallel to the Paleologou, a pretty little garden under fig and lemon trees shelters this family tavern-ouzerie where you can eat for a reasonable price typical Cretan cuisine of excellent quality. An address that is especially appreciated by the locals even out of season. The secret is the ingredients that come from the owner's mountain farm. A real breath of fresh air, simple and unpretentious, but so authentic and sincere. The raki and olive oil also come from the same farm.

For a change from the Greek culinary routine, a compatriot proposes to offer you some tricolored comfort. The sympathetic Sébouh, a former restaurant owner from Lyon, has finally settled down, to the delight of locals and travelers. It's a rotisserie, a sandwich shop and a restaurant all in one! The chicken comes from the north of Greece, served roasted or in an authentic baguette, the pastries are made early in the morning, the dishes are well prepared and the baklava (with a little Armenian twist) is one of the best on the island!

Charming little restaurant with a shaded terrace with your feet in the water on the beach of Ammoudi (not far from the city centre). Here reigns a beautiful atmosphere between bar and gastronomic restaurant. An annex of the famous Ble Katsoralakia restaurant where you can enjoy seafood as well as a salad, but also succulent traditional mezzes and some inventive recipes. An excellent address for a very pleasant dinner with friends in a typically Greek atmosphere. The menu is very varied and the prices are reasonable.

La Bouillabaisse, famous since 1970, is the star restaurant of the Minos Beach Art Hotel. The restaurant is very famous for its fine Mediterranean cuisine, with a special mention for the rotisserie and fresh fish in one of the most chic hotels in Crete. You will enjoy choosing from several traditional Cretan dishes and various gourmet specialities. The setting is particularly pleasant: the tables are set up facing the sea, under the pine trees. The dishes are complemented by an exceptional wine list.

Established in 1978, Kri Kri is a Greek cuisine restaurant offering excellent grilled meat (especially lamb chops grilled over a wood fire), fresh fish and various mezzedes of excellent quality. From its spacious and well-shaded terrace, with a panoramic view of the picturesque bay of Ormos, you can enjoy, among other things, grilled swordfish served with steamed vegetables and lemon sauce, with 500 ml raspberry and blueberry cider. Ask for advice on local wines. Impeccable service.

An excellent ouzerie with good Cretan, Greek and Mediterranean specialities. Seafood and fish, vegan choices, gluten-free dishes. Casual but professional service, very friendly. Excellent view at sunset with your feet in the water, comfortably seated. Nice portions. We recommend, among others, mussels in white wine and garlic, pea purée (fava), prawns in tomato sauce and sheep's cheese, pork fried in honey, lamb with wild artichokes..

Traditional Cretan cuisine from father to son since 1930. Among the most popular dishes, baked lamb with potatoes, gamopilafo (pilaf with lamb: the typical dish served at weddings in Crete). The tavern is also recommended for its grills. In season, every Saturday, from 8 pm, the Cretan evening begins with traditional dances to the rhythm of the lyre and lute. The tavern is a real folklore museum where you can also buy local products to take away. Very good address.

In a relaxing atmosphere, this all-day café-restaurant is the ideal place to meet up with friends or to spend pleasant moments, far from the crowded tourist circuits and the noise of the city. The brunch, composed of home-made bread, is a reference, the dishes are succulent. Among the specialities are pasta with carrots with mushrooms and pieces of chicken fried in white truffle oil, with fresh thyme and a bit of garlic, all served with grated local cheese. The prices are unbeatable and the staff is very friendly.

This restaurant serves typical Cretan dishes flavoured with the island's many herbs. The waiters are professional and will advise you very well, both on the choice of wines and on the refined dishes. We also offer meat roasted over a wood fire, slowly cooking in front of your eyes. Some dishes are covered with a bell to keep them warm but, above all, the inside is covered with herbs which, thanks to their aroma and flavour, give the meat a unique aroma and taste. Do not miss this experience, which is highly recommended.

Sitting comfortably in armchairs overlooking the sea and the port of Agios Nikolaos in the distance, you can have lunch, dinner, just a drink, or just relax on a mattress in the grass and the large soothing car-free park while being lulled by pleasant modern music. A unique place in Agios Nikolaos hidden at the back of the city with a lounge atmosphere to be tested with your eyes closed. Impeccable cleanliness everywhere. Very beautiful beach of fine golden sand.

Just a few kilometers from the center of Agios Nikolaos, here's a family-run taverna, popular for the quality of its grilled meats and traditional Cretan dishes. All raw materials are of the highest quality: the owners take great care of their loyal clientele. Excellent dishes include kebabs, lamb chops and wood-grilled kebabs. The homemade raki is also of excellent quality. Impeccable, attentive and efficient service. We'd love to go back.

Offering full views of the Vrachasi hills, and, above all, coolness during the hottest hours, a detour to the family-run Kyvernitis taverna is a must when visiting the area. On the terrace or under the trees of the esplanade in front of the tavern, you can savour delicious Cretan and Greek dishes prepared daily, or juicy wood-fired grills. The quality of the ingredients is perfectly matched by the savoir-faire of good home cooking. Excellent value for money.

Olga was the first name of the deceased grandmother who, in 1977, left it to her son Stathis to carry on here (in this museum) the Cretan culinary traditions that she had successfully served in her best years. At present, her son and his daughter work in the dining room, with a smile on their faces, while mummy works in the kitchen for our happiness. The dishes are prepared with great care and with raw materials of impeccable quality. Moreover, the view is simply splendid from the shaded terrace with local fragrances.

Faros Restaurant offers good Cretan cuisine prepared according to traditional recipes and has been serving it for over 30 years. You will also find some international specialties, pizzas, among others. But locals and discerning visitors alike come here especially for lamb, the restaurant's specialty, and fresh fish grilled on charcoal. It's a very affordable, family-run address where you can literally eat with your feet in the water. Ideal for families as there are children's games and the beach is right next door.

Overlooking the beautiful Gulf of Mirabello, on the Ammoudi beach with its crystal blue water, you will find the Piato restaurant. Here you can enjoy a unique and creative cuisine prepared with great care and meticulously supervised by the owner, a certified sommelier. With a warm welcome worthy of the Cretans, the establishment is appreciated and frequented by a large number of locals who have opted for gastronomic cuisine. Don't forget to make a reservation as the establishment has made a name for itself in the area. Hospitality and delicacies are there for you.