Lesvos
This restored Turkish pasha’s residence on the upper street, overlooking the harbour below, offers a tasty variety of excellent mayirefta (ready-cooked)…
Must-see restaurants in Lesvos
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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…
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A new American-run place above the marina, Misirlou serves delicious tortilla wraps, burgers and pizzas – all using fresh local produce. In the evening,…
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Perched above the main road, this is not your average taverna but a fully fledged restaurant, with attentive service and a very competent chef-manager,…
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This busy beachfront ouzerie-taverna along the boardwalk has a large outdoor patio and specialises in fresh fish, reasonably priced by the kilo; it's also…
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This hip back-alley bistro draws a crowd mostly from the university for its unusual and well-priced small plates, slight menu, eclectic music mix and all…
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Look for the fishing boats moored beside this popular fish taverna on Skala Polyhnitou’s waterfront. Enjoy inexpensive fresh seafood, plus salads such as…
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You can't eat much closer to the water than at this cosy traditional taverna at the harbour, below Molly's Bar. Roula is the owner, cook and server of…
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Sweet in every sense of the word, this cafe in the main square of Andissa is a wonderful place to stop for a cup of Greek coffee with a spoon sweet – a…
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Owner George spent a large part of his life in the Netherlands – hence the proliferation of bicycles in the decor – and, more importantly, he's also a…
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Lesvos
This reliable alleyway cafe between Ermou and the waterfront has everything from gavros (marinated small fish) and grilled pork chops to mayirefta (ready…
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This no-frills taverna began life in 1800 as a cafe in the Turkish quarter, as its traditional decor reveals in faded bits and pieces. It offers good…
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Lesvos
Some 800m along the beach from Skala Sikameneas, this friendly taverna serves freshly caught fish, grilled meat and excellent vegetables, especially…
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Owner Theodoris spends most mornings fishing to provide the evening’s fresh fish. Aigaio also serves very good mayirefta (ready-cooked) dishes and good…
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A friendly taverna perched dramatically on the edge of a near-vertical cliff. Specialities include octopus cooked in red wine, and their trademark salad…
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People flock here for lobster spaghetti, but this vast taverna with tables in the shade of a mulberry tree offers an extensive list of seafood delicacies…
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Locals swear by this unpretentious spot just outside of town, on the road to Eftalou Beach. It has a convivial atmosphere and serves up fresh fish, Greek…
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Snappy family taverna in the busy agora (market) above the waterfront. Great for well-priced fresh fish and grills, and stellar views of the sea.
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Lesvos
Excellent taverna fare, fresh fish and tasty grills overlooking the beach. It's part of the Hrysi Akti domatia.
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A very popular seafront fish taverna, where people enjoy chatting with the friendly owner as much as they like his cooking.
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Lesvos
A good place to stop for a light meal or a more substantial grilled dish in the main square of Mantamados.
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Lesvos
Turkish-style cezve coffee, delicious cream cakes and traditional Greek desserts such as baklava and kataïfi (angel-hair pastry) are served on a terrace…
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Lesvos
No-frills old-fashioned eatery with waiters in ties. It specialises in generous mayirefta (ready-cooked meals) such as chicken and potatoes, stuffed…
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Between the National Bank and the town parking, this quick-stop eatery serves tasty pitta souvlaki, pork and chicken kebabs, whole and half chickens, and…
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A fine seaside taverna overlooking the beach along the boardwalk, with fresh fish, grills, several veggie dishes (such as horta, or wild greens) and a…
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A hands-down favourite for excellent gyros, pitta souvlaki and snappy service. Great for picnic lunches, too. Find it on the waterfront at the south end…
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Lesvos
A quick, tasty backstreet grill house near the supermarket, with great pork gyros, kebabs, mixed grills and salads.
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Lesvos
Nothing fancy, just traditional Greek recipes in an antiques-filled taverna on the seafront in Vatera.
