Ikaria
A short walk from the main square, this tiny but outstanding eatery ventures well beyond the Ikarian mainstream, upgrading traditional Greek food to the…
Must-see restaurants in Northeastern Aegean Islands
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Ikaria
There are a few fine tavernas in Nas, but Thea's excels, serving up outstanding mezedhes, meat grills and a perfect veggie mousakas (baked layers of…
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Lesvos
This restored Turkish pasha’s residence on the upper street, overlooking the harbour below, offers a tasty variety of excellent mayirefta (ready-cooked)…
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Chios
This cheerful traditional eatery nestled in the trees of Volissos occupies a century-old olive-and-flour mill, where some of the vintage equipment is…
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Limnos
This unassuming little ouzerie (place that serves ouzo and light snacks) by the bus depot is the local favourite for seafood. From kydonia (mussels with…
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Chios
This cosy gem of an ouzerie (place that serves ouzo & light snacks) offers a variety of small plates in addition to excellent fish, mussels, baked…
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Ikaria
Marrying traditional island cuisine with cosmopolitan culinary fashion, this upmarket eatery in the heart of Armenistis has a small army of devoted…
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Limnos
A popular well-managed taverna, 20 minutes' drive from Myrina in the village of Sardes, just north of Therma. Traditional country dishes include rooster,…
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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…
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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…
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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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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…
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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,…
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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…
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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.
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Samos
This cool open-air cafe-bar is a family affair, combining Greek and South Seas decor with jazz, reggae, classical, trip-hop and ambient sounds. Good…
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Ikaria
Nestled under the shade of a rambling plane tree, a 500m stroll from Hristos Rahes, Platanos offers authentic Ikarian dishes, including soufiko, a summer…
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Lesvos
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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Lesvos
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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Chios
Excellent setting, service and food. This traditional hilltop stone taverna serves up superb mezedhes plus spit-roasted lamb and pork. Upstairs are five…
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Ikaria
This tasty eatery 30m from the square, up the first alleyway, offers Agios Kirykos’ best-value meals, including tasty grills, salads and excellent pizza.
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Ikaria
Best souvlaki and gyros (meat slithers cooked on a vertical rotisserie, eaten with pitta bread) at the port. Look for the umbrellas; it's next to Taverna…
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Lesvos
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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Samos
Make sure you run a marathon before coming to this place, because you'll be hard pressed to prevent yourself from gorging on profiteroles, millefeuille…
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Ikaria
Occupying a terrace on the 2nd floor of the main shopping compound in Armenistis, this small confectionery makes exemplary galaktoboureko (custard slice),…
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Tavern at the End of the World
Samos
Drive or walk 3.5km west of Limnionas Beach and you'll find this secret gem perched on a rocky cliff above fish-rich waters ideal for snorkelling and…
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Chios
This comfortable, attractive taverna above Chios Town serves fine Greek standards with a twist, such as lamb kebab with yoghurt and rocket; white beans…
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Thasos
Set in the shade of plane trees on the beautiful square of its namesake village, this restaurant makes a conscious effort to surprise those used to (and…
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Archontissa Potami Adventure Cafe
Samos
Its called Adventure for good reason: trekking along the creek before climbing wooden stairs on a near-vertical slope is indeed just that. But this canopy…
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Ikaria
Past the bridge towards Nas, this interesting taverna is the work of Marianthi, who serves well-priced dishes using local products, fresh fish and Ikarian…
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Thasos
Locals agree that this year-round eatery at the Old Harbour serves Limenas’ best fish, along with fine fish soup, stifadho (meat, game or seafood cooked…
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Ikaria
Located on the 'roof' of Ikaria, up high in Profitis Ilias, a 10-minute drive from Hristos Rahes, this large terrace serves a menu that is vaguely Greek,…
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Limnos
The traffic circle may not be the most appealing of surrounds, but this place is special thanks to its creative take on traditional taverna fare. It…
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Lesvos
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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Lesvos
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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Samos
Known to expat regulars as 'the salad place', Pera Vrehi serves large bowls of inventive salad arrangements with largely local ingredients, as well as an…
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Lesvos
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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Ikaria
An excellent traditional seaside eatery overlooking the sea in the village of Xilosirtis, 5km southwest of Agios Kirykos. Strong on fresh veggies, salads…
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Limnos
A noncanonical taverna that strives to surprise you with foods that traditional establishments wouldn't feature. Shrimps in ouzo and milk sauce, fried…
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Chios
In a welcome departure from the island-taverna routine, this place serves homemade pastas, risottos and risonis, all with a strong locavore element,…
