Of the several tavernas along the waterfront (none of which will knock your culinary socks off, but all have lovely settings overlooking the bay), we like this one for its reliability. It's been run since 1923 by one family. Today, with Vasiliki at its helm, it continues to serve up Greek standards, including local goat dishes, with an honest, home-cooked touch.
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