The best restaurants Iles grecques

10 m from the main square of Thira, on a nice terrace with a great view. We recommend the establishment for the warm professionalism of the staff and the quality of the dishes served. Among the house specialties: chicken with artichokes, spaghetti with lobster or garlic, capers and tomatoes... The menu is varied and offers hearty dishes, mainly Greek and Italian, at reasonable prices. By jabbering a little in French and automatically offering a drink, the owner makes the atmosphere even more friendly.

Efisia is an elegant, stone-walled restaurant offering gourmet cuisine based on organic, seasonal ingredients. Located by the pool and overlooking the Aegean Sea, Efisia showcases the rich diversity of local resources.

A small family tavern that serves authentic Greek cuisine, with some specialities prepared by the chef. We eat outside, in the middle of the quiet village, on a terrace with a view or under a huge plane tree, imposing and magnificent. There is even a table that sits above a small white church; it is a perfect place to enjoy this extraordinary and picturesque setting. The service is original: the water bottle is brought in a kind of large bucket. The staff is as efficient as it is friendly.

The challenge of the Argo restaurant is to combine traditional flavors of Santorini, or more widely from the Mediterranean, with other types of products coming from elsewhere to create unique dishes. A super gastronomy that makes it possible to familiarize yourself with the originality of the aromas of fava (broken pea pea), white eggplants, and patatina - a specialty that mixes eggs and potatoes - among others. The place is cozy, flowered and has a terrace with impressive views.

Here's a family-run taverna faithful to the Cycladic tradition of blue and white and Greek hospitality. Open since 1995 and overlooking the bay of Livadia, Trata is renowned for its home cooking based on fresh, tasty produce. Lefteris, head chef and owner of the restaurant, has set himself the highest standards, and the main attraction is the tasty seafood and freshly caught fish. You'll find some of the best grilled calamari on Paros, not to mention all the classics of Greek cuisine.

An attractive alternative on the port, where you can enjoy traditional Italian cuisine. Specialities such as bruschetta, but also more classic dishes: spaghetti with seafood for example. Gluten-free dishes are also available on request. Susanna, the owner of the establishment, decorated the premises with great taste. A unique table on the balcony on the first floor, with a breathtaking view of the port, which must be booked in advance.

The location of this restaurant, overlooking the sea and the island of Naxos off the coast, is reason enough to sit down. And to top it all off, the food is as exquisite as the location! Established in Lefkes since 1997, Agnadio specializes in meat, offering spit-roasted meats and exceptional grills. But of course, good meat is not enough to make a good address: here you'll also find excellent fresh local vegetables and Mediterranean dishes, both vegetarian and seafood-based. A real delight!

Proudly established since 2007 in the historic heart of the fishing village of Naoussa, Yemeni has never failed to live up to its excellent reputation. The restaurant features fresh, local and seasonal produce, which the chef brings to life in tasty, carefully-presented dishes. Yemeni blends the hospitality and charm of traditional Greek taverns with the refinement of semi-gastronomic cuisine and an excellent selection of finely executed wines and cocktails. An address that never disappoints.

A gastro menu in a very nice place: excellent food, breathtaking view and, to top it all off, a very good musical atmosphere. On the menu orchestrated by chef Konstantinos Angelopoulos, among others: beef cooked Brazilian style or risotto with mushrooms and truffle, all washed down, of course, with wines from the island. Mediterranean recipes with incredible meats, but also special menus for vegetarians and vegans. For a sweeter addition, it is also open for breakfast or a drink.

Don't hesitate to pass the door of this venerable institution in Fira that is Naoussa. First of all, you go there for its spectacular view of the caldera - try to book a good table, you won't regret it - and secondly for its prices which know how to stay wise. The menu features traditional dishes, including excellent stews and keftedes (meatballs) with tomato. We appreciate the pleasant service, which is not necessarily the case elsewhere on this tourist island.

A beautiful sheltered terrace and a small quiet indoor room. You will find here a delicious local cuisine, with a beautiful place devoted to capers (kapari in Greek). Try in particular its fava and grilled lamb with white wine and thyme.

The Pavilion is the gourmet restaurant of the Myconian Utopia Resort in Mykonos. It offers refined Greek dishes and local and international wines selected by the sommelier. The restaurant's chef recommends lamb chops with smoked eggplant purée. You'll also find fresh fish and lobster dishes to enjoy in a dining room overlooking the Aegean Sea.

Where to eat a €2 skewer with a view? If there is a place in Chora Naxos to eat well and cheaply, it's here! Beware, the plates are very copious (Naxos and Kozi salads are a treat, as well as pita breads...). In a relaxed atmosphere, they serve a multitude of grilled meats, Greek tapas and vegetarian dishes. With its large terrace overlooking the beach and Apollo's Gate, it is also an ideal place not to be missed to contemplate the sunset.

This complex, ten minutes away from Parikia, is an ideal place to spend a quiet day between your deckchair and the beautiful beach of Agia Irini, a secluded spot that is deserved after taking a long way through the pampas and which is therefore preserved from mass tourism. You can rest there to enjoy light and tasty dishes or practice the water activities available. Opened by French people, the atmosphere is warm, whether you are alone, in couple or in family with children.

Spilia is a restaurant whose reputation has been maintained for many years. Almost hidden behind the rocks of the small beach of Aghia Anna, this establishment welcomes you with your feet in the water, in a cove embedded in the rock. The setting is unique and the menu has some very good surprises in store for you, including the unmissable sea urchins and seafood pasta. You will have a wonderful time in this restaurant. Come rather at lunchtime to admire the view and arrive by the beach, above the turquoise waters ...

After the success of the two Nice n' Easy restaurants in Athens, the team came to conquer Mykonos. With a first address on Alefkandra Square in Little Venice, Nice n' Easy expanded in 2017. The focus is on products of organic and local origin. Gluten intolerants will also be happy to be considered. The large terrace can accommodate many guests, which is a plus compared to the restaurants in Chora's narrow streets. Finally, the last advantage: the Nice n' Easy is open all day long.

This is the reference to Neapolitan pizzas in Mykonos and all Cyclades: an Italian foreign minister would have confirmed it a few years ago. The atmosphere is friendly and relaxed, in a retro decor that recalls the vita of the 1960 s in Italy. The pizzas are made in the purest tradition of Naples.

Very friendly welcome in this tavern where you will be presented with different mezzés, succulent dishes, all for a very reasonable addition. For this reason, this family tavern is one of the best traditional addresses in Mykonos. In fact, people from all over the island flock here to taste the meat on the barbecue, which is renowned among locals, jet-setters and connoisseurs. In short, a house that is unanimously acclaimed, especially known for its spit-roasted suckling pig. A generous cuisine, in the greatest simplicity.

On the waterfront, with a sublime view of the port, the Remezzo has been an institution since 1967. At the time, he received the whole glamorous jet set that discovered Mykonos with Onassis. Since then, the managers have decided to renovate the premises: a gourmet restaurant, a bar with neat cocktails and sharp DJs. Come here for dinner if you want to taste refined (and expensive) Greek cuisine. Otherwise, take advantage of the end of the day to come and have a drink at the bar where a small snack menu is more affordable. Perfect for an evening with a view.

In a beautiful hidden garden, the Kalita is a beautiful establishment. It is located in the calm of Kalogera Street to share small refined entries, kind of elegant variations and gastro mezzedes. For those who want a more individual dish, hand pasta is delicious and the milk pig is a classic.

This very trendy restaurant is well hidden in a sumptuous garden, behind the main street. The immaculate tables are organized around a central bar where you can come to a sharp cocktail without necessarily staying for dinner. On the menu, the star comes back to fish dishes, elegantly cooked according to arrival. Red meat lovers will not be left with some really successful proposals. The whole is very beautiful people, in the right line of what you imagine when you think of the Mykonos jet set.

This traditional tavern is one of the best addresses in Chora. Still little visited by tourists, it is a very pleasant establishment, far from the usual "bling-bling", and still largely faithful to its origins. We eat a delicious homemade cuisine, generous and typical of the island: tomato dumplings, snails, aromatic lamb. Portraits of Mykoniotes decorate the walls, a rustic and successful decoration.

The Nammos is the most famous and certainly the most select beach restaurant on the south coast. You come here as a connoisseur for its refined menu, centred on fish dishes that are fresher than fresh, its impeccable professional service and the bohemian jet set, or hippie chic atmosphere that appeals so much to the stars on holiday. Who knows? Maybe you'll come across some here in season? I hear it's their favourite destination. It's not cheap, that's for sure. At least the beach bar also serves (slightly) cheaper snacks.

When Australians Victoria and Robert got married in Mykonos about 20 years ago, they didn't know they would end up leaving their country to settle on the island. In 2017, they opened this trendy café-restaurant. Here, healthy eating is in the air: they eat organic, vegan and gluten-free. Well, not exclusively, but vegans and gluten intolerants will be delighted to see the wide choice available from all the large full bowls on offer. Perfect for a fresh lunch, breakfast or a healthy break during the day.

This pleasant restaurant succeeds in being both elegant and simple: no madness of grandeur here but an authentic and modern setting. On the square of the old post office, we come to taste the classics of Greek cuisine revisited in a contemporary sauce. You will appreciate its pleasant location. A quiet courtyard, pastel tables and fresh ingredients for an excellent meal. You can also elbow down at the bar to have delicious cocktails, a little trendier.

In taking over the historic tavern run by his father, Thanassis Kousathanas decided to continue the tradition of excellence in cuisine while renovating the style of the restaurant. Today, it is an ideal combination of contemporary, sober and elegant decor and a cuisine that is as tasty as ever, featuring local products such as the famous seafood pasta and its famous stuffed chicken. The pasta is fresh and homemade and the staff is very kind. It is a must at Platys Gialos.

Recently opened by the owners of 1500 BC (located just below it on the caldera), this restaurant is sure to become one of Fira's most popular addresses. Named after one of the greatest Italian wines, often described as having aromas of tar and rose, Barolo offers subtle and refined gourmet Mediterranean cuisine. Overlooking the volcano and surrounded by traditional whitewashed buildings, Barolo offers an enchanting dining experience with a breathtaking view.

Opened in 2012, this tavern-ouzerie which overlooks the quays (it can be reached either from the port by a small staircase or by the alley parallel to the port) is a real museum. The owner, Nikos, revives this family place where meat specialities prepared according to the traditional local method are served: wrapped in butcher's paper(sto ladoharto in Greek, literally "greasy paper") and fried (for fish prepared in the same way, you have to go to the Smyneiko restaurant on the ground floor).

To have the privilege of enjoying the Glafkos tavern, you'll need to be patient (especially in high season), as reservations are not taken here and tables by the water are few and far between. But it's worth it! The service is impeccable, the setting enchanting and the varied menu offers refined and original cuisine, but always very typical and gourmet. Grilled feta with sesame seeds, fried calamari, Greek salads and vegetable caviars... the choice is yours.

Away from the hustle and bustle of central Naoussa, Rada's terrace, all wood and sleek modern furnishings, welcomes guests in a privileged setting, in the calm of the beachfront. In the kitchen, chef Gikas Genakis is at the helm. Together with his team, he prepares seasonal gourmet menus that sublimate the traditional flavors of the Cyclades. Grilled or ceviche fish, elaborate vegetable salads, orzo, risottos and meats... everything is succulent. Very reasonable prices for this range of restaurants.

In the shade of a majestic tree, the café Distrato underwent a facelift a few years ago. Today, it's a café in tune with the times, with a trendy decor combining industrial style, antique objects, marble and metal. You can come in at any time of day for breakfast, brunch or an afternoon snack of chocolate pancakes, toast, omelettes and gourmet bagels, served in beautiful ceramic crockery. To accompany all this, fruit and vegetable smoothies that are as healthy as they are good.

Situated in a pedestrian alleyway, To Takimi is an authentic Greek taverna that's a hive of activity at all hours of the day and night. Whether it's its welcoming shaded green patio, its sky-blue beams or its typical wooden furniture, everything makes you want to sit down here, even before discovering the menu. On the plate, unpretentious but well-executed Greek and Mediterranean cuisine: octopus in sauce, grilled fish, cheeses... All palates should be won over. In the evening, the atmosphere becomes more festive.

Baos Restaurant is the gourmet restaurant of the Myconian Korali hotel in Mykonos. The room is surrounded by picture windows offering a pleasant view of the Aegean Sea. You'll discover Greek cuisine featuring seafood and seasonal ingredients from the hotel's own farm. Fresh sushi is also served, along with excellent wines from the cellar.

This restaurant is perfectly placed, in the middle of the main avenue of Naoussa. One can sit outside and enjoy the atmosphere of the street. And the owner is very friendly, as well as the team of waiters. As for the food, the mushrooms sautéed with garlic, onions and tomatoes are very good. The sautéed crayfish(saganaki) with ouzo, feta cheese and garlic, a great classic, are also very good. On the other hand, the seafood pasta is very dry, really disappointing. Nice restaurant, but a bit uneven.

You may come across this tavern by chance when you get lost in the laces of the city around Little Venice. But the surprise is excellent. Widely frequented by locals (always a good sign), this establishment is worth a detour for its choice of seafood... not necessarily à la carte. Ask for the catch of the day and let yourself be tempted. Otherwise, it's open all day long for breakfast or a simple coffee and we think it's a good opportunity to meet and talk with locals, out of season at least...

Very well located, this restaurant has the good taste, unlike most of its neighbours, to remain open out of season. Correct prices and the right level of plates and service, sophisticated just right. Excellent octopus in its fava, sausage from Mykonos and keftedes (meatballs) from Maria. We advise you to pick from the mezzes, excellent, rather than take several more expensive and less surprising dishes. The place is also very popular in the morning for its breakfasts (omelettes and fruit yoghurts).

Here you will find quality Greek cuisine and excellent value for money on a pleasant terrace in the square of Ano Mera. To be recommended with your eyes closed. In high and low season alike, this ouzerie is a delight. On the square, facing the monastery, you can enjoy a nice selection of homemade dishes, in the sun on the terrace or in the shade in its small room. On the menu: cinnamon chicken, meatballs with mint, vegetable croquettes, fresh squid and homemade fries (quite rare here in Mykonos, to be underlined!).

Donoussa may be isolated, but it nevertheless welcomes a population of fairly young and trendy visitors and the establishments that have recently opened their doors are responding to this new demand. This café-restaurant, overlooking the landing stage, bears witness to this. In a slightly more trendy and contemporary style than its competitors, Avli also serves a slightly different and slightly more sought-after cuisine than in traditional taverns. The terrace is ideal for a coffee during the day or a drink for the aperitif.

The elegant marble and wooden building of the restaurant was built in 1844 in the area of Paraporti in the town of Naxos, a place where peasants worked in the service of the Venetian conquerors of the island. Paraporti was the second most important south-north entrance to the Naxos Castle area. Outside, on the two terraces, you can enjoy the view of the harbour and start the day with a healthy breakfast, and of course taste the local specialities.

A restaurant that stands out from the crowd both for its décor and the cuisine it offers. Mazi is one of the darlings of Ermoupoli's gastronomy: sumptuous decor in the greenery of a secret garden, regular exhibitions in the beautiful interior rooms, a refined menu prepared on the basis of quality local products, delicious and well-balanced cocktails... The list is long and Mazi is a hit. It is absolutely necessary to book in the evening. Everything is perfect: mezzes, tasty meatballs and wonderfully cooked fish. And very good wines.

It is one of the old taverns of the island, with a flowered terrace, overlooking the cove. What a location and what a view! We are also delighted by what there is in the plate: family cooking based on mezzes, vegetable dumplings, simmered dishes of lamb or rabbit... The cuisine is beautiful, and the products are mostly from their own garden. Excellent sfougata, croquettes with fresh cheese and nutmeg. Don't miss the oven-roasted pork with potatoes either. And if the charm is there, you can rent some rooms...

Opened in 1982 in the Monolithos region, Mario's restaurant has become famous in Santorini for its authentic and traditional Greek cuisine. Here, we work with love and respect for the best specialities of the whole Aegean region, with freshness, closeness, authenticity and audacity as our watchwords! Moreover the restaurant can accommodate up to 450 people, making it one of the best places on the island to enjoy a dinner by the beach but also to organize an event... like a wedding. Atmosphere guaranteed!

On the beach of Périvolos near Perissa, this fish and seafood restaurant is a nice surprise. But it cannot be reduced to seafood, moussaka, for example, is delicious. We appreciate the pretty platform with the bar and the swimming pool on the beach, an ideal setting for resting outside the hustle and bustle of Fira. In addition, Edmond the French-speaking boss offers sun loungers to all French people! A good listener...

Refined cuisine and breathtaking views... You can have lunch or dinner there, and enjoy the beach at its feet. Like the sophisticated hotel it depends on, this restaurant with gastronomic impulses is also one of the best on the island with notably very good fresh fish to choose from in the kitchen. Without being a guest of the hotel, one can come here for a madness (a lobster) or for a more affordable seafood risotto preceded, for example, by a carpaccio of octopus... And each time, the friendliness of the staff is remarkable.

Looking for the best view of the Caldera? There's competition, but you'll probably find it at Alali. This gourmet restaurant boasts an absolutely stunning panorama not only of the crater, but also of the surrounding cliffs, with villages gleaming white like snow-capped peaks. And the nine-course tasting menu is incredible: oysters with herb and kiwi emulsion, duck breast with rosemary, cod confit à l'égéenne... You're in for an unforgettable evening.

It's like the tavern sitting on the beach, abandoned. Opened in the 1960s, at the foot of the rocks, this tavern, which remained in its original state, is crowded in summer. Here, the keftedes (meatballs from Kostas) are famous as well as its jugs of local wines. An unmissable address at the end of the beach.

Situated on the plateia, a small square with a big old plane tree in the middle, this restaurant offers traditional dishes and excellent mezzés which, in assortment, will make a good meal. On the main square of the village, this cute address offers a revisited and slightly modernised Greek cuisine. You will eat all the traditional dishes of the region, but with a touch of originality. For example, pasta with dry ink, for example, which is not so often found on the Greek islands. Very pleasant, well in the shade.

A small institution like we like them near the pedestrian street. If you take the fresh fish of the day, the bill can quickly rise (and rightly so). But you can also eat a few tasty mezzes on the run, such as tomato and mint croquettes, a Santorini speciality, or homemade vine leaves.

George, the young creator of this restaurant, which opened in 2014, has very quickly managed to share his enthusiasm and his talent as a cook. And despite its location slightly set back from the harbour, it fills up every night. Simple but delicious cuisine, with a clever mix of local products and flavours. Special mention for the meats. Professional staff. Prices are very affordable. Do not hesitate to ask to meet him and share his kindness. The establishment also runs the Anoi Bar Bistro upstairs, with a rooftop.

This family tavern showcases the traditional cuisine of the Parisians' lands. Here, in fact, the menu is not turned towards the sea, for once, but more towards the products of the Lefkes Valley. A pleasant change! You will taste the owner's pork chops, rabbits, snails and cockerels to discover the true cuisine of the interior. The products are of excellent quality and this will be an opportunity to discover a truly authentic menu. All this in a very pleasant setting, surrounded by gardenias.