Symi
Quintessential beach taverna (a boat shed in historic times), where the island's wild goats – responsible for the delicious homemade cheese and, whisper…
Symi
Quintessential beach taverna (a boat shed in historic times), where the island's wild goats – responsible for the delicious homemade cheese and, whisper…
Athens
Distressed walls, a beautiful old tiled floor and a cascade of paper cranes dangling from the tall ceiling set the shabby-chic tone for this delightful…
Samos
Beautiful Greek standards, popular with both locals and visitors. It's especially great for veggie choices, such as baked feta, gigantes (white beans) and…
Corfu
This tiny, old-fashioned taverna, in a custard-coloured villa facing the main road, is worth a pilgrimage in its own right – every dish is delicious and…
Thasos
Well-regarded waterfront taverna, where you can have a look at the day's catch of fish. The organic produce here is from the gardens of the friendly…
Pelion Peninsula
Seafood restaurant with a large sea-view terrace at the heart of Agios Ioannis’ waterfront strip. The owners proudly serve only their own fresh catch…
Messinia
Just along the beach from the main taverna strip, this upmarket spot has tables on boards over the sand and fresh fish cooked simply and beautifully. Take…
Saronic Gulf Islands
A hugely popular psarotaverna (fish taverna) on the water at the Old Harbour, this family-run place deals almost exclusively in fish dishes. It can be…
Hydra
Spread across several terraces and overlooking a broad sweep of sea and sunset, this elegant cafe and restaurant serves lighter fare by day and full, well…
Peloponnese
Nestled under olive trees in a tranquil rose garden that overlooks the valley, this restaurant is the most original in Olympia. Alongside the excellent…
Hydra Town
Oraia Hydra translates as 'Beautiful Hydra' and this small bistro lives right up to its name. You'll dine on the harbour with sailboats bobbing alongside…
Monemvasia
Named after the switchbacks leading to Monemvasia's upper kastro (the voltes), this wonderful place manages to link modernity and tradition with ease…
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Amorgos
Near the south end of the beach, this Cretan restaurant is exceptional in terms of hospitality and the quality of its homemade dishes. Slow-cooked goat,…
Lesvos
You might be sitting closer to the fishing boats than the kitchen at this first-class fish taverna in Panagiouda; it's just 4km north of Mytilini Town but…
Pelion Peninsula
Quintessential seafront taverna that plants its tables in the gravel of the beach, shaded by palm-fringed awnings. As well as good fresh fish, they serve…
Fira
Located in a converted windmill on the caldera edge in Firostefani, this uber-glam venue has upscale food that’s ambitious in its techniques and…
Dodecanese
You can't miss this friendly taverna, serving food with soul along the main approach to Hora, with a buzzing terrace near the town hall. Menu highlights…
Central Greece
Outstanding traditional taverna, with a big open kitchen and vintage skis on the wall. House favourites include hilopites (local pasta), horta (wild…
Saronic Gulf Islands
A short walk from town, 400m west of the bridge on the road to Neorion Beach, Poros’ best seafood taverna sits smack out over the water. Watch the local…
Piraeus
This superb delicatessen and spice shop offers a fine selection of gourmet cheeses, ready-made mezedhes, olive oils, Greek honey and preserved foods. It's…
Epiros
A cheerful couple has been running this bakery since 1969, with deserved pride. The excellent spinach-and-cheese pies are flaky, buttery and completely…
Paros
A fine example of farm-to-table cooking, Anna serves whatever happens to be fresh from her family's farm. This might be goat in lemon sauce, rabbit…
Meteora & Thessaly
Adorned with delicately painted frescoes, this lovely village mansion spills down peaceful garden terraces with tremendous views. It serves an extensive…
Thasos
Visitors rave about this exceptionally friendly 21st-century souvlaki joint, where meat skewers are served with a variety of mouth-watering dips. It's…
Lesvos
A new American-run place above the marina, Misirlou serves delicious tortilla wraps, burgers and pizzas – all using fresh local produce. In the evening,…
Samos
A guest from the Levant, this little fast-food joint in the main square serves large portions of artfully prepared hummus and falafel, as well as great…
Athens
Book ahead for this wildly popular modern mezedhopoleio (mezedhes restaurant) in Pangrati, where tables line the footpath and delicious small (well, small…
Ioannina
Fresh, imaginative food comes from the open kitchen at this little restaurant. The printed menu is small, to leave room for daily and seasonal specials…
Hydra Town
Famed for its splendid panoramic spot near the cannons to the west of the harbour, Sunset also has fine, fresh cuisine. Tasty salads, inventive pastas and…
Amorgos
On the tiny square next to the church, this wonderful, family-run place, decorated with family photos and retsina jugs, cooks up the best meatballs in the…
Argostoli
Lively and hugely popular grill house, where piping-hot and irresistibly flavourful chicken, pork or lamb kebabs and pittas are served up straight onto…
Kefallonia
Relaxed garden cafe, just before the gateway to Agios Georgios Kastro, that's a wonderfully peaceful spot for coffee, cake, cold drinks or lunchtime…
Ikaria
Classy eatery in Akamatra, 6km south of Evdilos, well regarded for its traditional Ikarian recipes, a variety of local cheeses, and even its own wine.
Hydra Town
Dine al fresco and enjoy authentic Italian food like owner Pietro's Neapolitan grandmother used to make. Menus change daily. Reserve in high season.
Hydra Town
Flora’s sweets shop on inland Plateia Votsi makes galaktoboureko (custard slice), rice pudding and ice cream from local goat's milk.
Aegina
The most locally popular of Perdika’s quayside tavernas, known for the highest-quality seafood and no-nonsense Greek staples.
Piraeus
Chef Lefteris Lazarou, a Piraeus native, has been shaping Greek tastes since the 1980s, when he brought fish to the fine-dining menu. For years he had a…
Skiathos Town
Twirls of greenery and soothing background music mingle with cheese-grater lamps, olive-oil baskets and candlelit tables in this tranquil, standout…
Paros
This wellness retreat and meditation centre has an excellent restaurant open to nonguests, serving authentic Thai curries courtesy of the Thai chef, plus…
Skopelos
Turquoise tablecloths match the waves washing directly below the fabulous seafront terrace at friendly Flisvos, whose simple, superb Greek cooking excels…