Kardamo

Kalamata


Kardamo offers a tasty alternative to traditional Greek cuisine, without straying too far from its roots. The result? Greek dishes with a contemporary twist, like spinach salad with manouri (soft cheese) and cranberries. The good price-to-quality ratio pulls in a younger crowd who seek modern alternatives. The setting is pretty in a tasteful taverna with a twist.


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