Irida

Top choice in Kefallonia


Whether you dine in the shadowy boho interior with its lamp made from a deep-sea diver's mask or out on the waterfront, there’s something for everyone at this 200-year-old salt store. Dishes include meatballs, stuffed aubergine, and the much pricier lobster risotto or spaghetti, and it’s all scrupulously prepared and presented.


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