Bakaliko with Tsipouro

Top choice in Dodecanese


Don't be fooled by the unassuming exterior, fronted with red and green wooden chairs and tables. Formerly a grocery store (that was housed across the road), this extraordinary spot is still chock-a-block with delicious food items – from cheeses to meats and useful DIY eats – plus, it serves hearty plates of traditional cuisine for a song. Dishes change daily.

Or, you can opt for whatever takes your fancy in the delicatessen and they'll serve that up too. Classic retro fun.


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