O Tarsanas Restaurant

Samos


Named for Kokkari's old boat-building area, this authentic old-style Greek taverna – nothing more, nothing less – does great pizzas and mousakas. Welcoming owner Kyriakos rolls out luscious dolmadhes and pours his own homemade wine.


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Nearby Samos attractions

1. Museum of Samos Wines

4.85 MILES

Look for this handsome stone building opposite the new ferry quay to find one of Samos' best vintners. Winery tours usually take place when you show up,…

2. Archaeological Museum

5.07 MILES

Housed in two adjacent buildings, this handsome complex displays the contents of the Heraion (Sanctuary of Hera) near Pythagorio (from Polycrates' rule in…

3. Church of Agios Spyridonas

5.08 MILES

Built in 1909, this ornate church features icons, impressive pillars hewn of marble from İzmir and, unusually, a silver candelabra from India. Decorative…

4. Livadaki Beach

5.17 MILES

Follow the north-coast road out of Vathy for 10km and look for a signposted dirt road to the left leading to Livadaki Beach. Here, tropical azure waters…

5. Evpalinos Tunnel

6.25 MILES

In a word: extraordinary. In 524 BC, when Pythagorio (then called Samos) was the island’s capital and a bustling metropolis of 80,000, securing sources…

6. Moni Panagias Spilianis

6.33 MILES

About 1.5km northwest of Pythagorio, the road forks right, past traces of an ancient theatre, before reaching this grotto monastery. The walk meanders up…

7. Pythagorio Town Beach

6.62 MILES

A short (less than 1km) walk west of Pythagorio brings you to this pristine beach with umbrellas and toilets. There’s decent swimming, but pack your own…

8. Archaeological Museum of Pythagorio

6.67 MILES

One of the best museums on the islands. The exhibits in this smart space include beautifully displayed finds from Pythagorio, plus striking pottery pieces…