Athens Municipality

Best Greek restaurants in Athens Municipality

Athens' culinary scene is represented here through a mix of historic tavernas and modern eateries across neighborhoods like Plaka, Pangrati, and Koukaki. The selection includes high-end rooftop dining at the Grande Bretagne, specialized Cretan cuisine at Katsourmpos, and traditional grill houses like To Steki tou Ilia, famous for its lamb chops. From plant-based moussaka at Veganaki to Peloponnesian recipes at Arkadia, these locations emphasize regional ingredients, family-run hospitality, and landmark views of the Acropolis.

Best Greek Restaurants — Map

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Grande Bretagne Roof Garden

This rooftop restaurant has a fantastic lookout and a special atmosphere.

B

Strofi

Established in 1975, this restaurant features a rooftop terrace with direct views of the Acropolis and serves classic Greek dishes like roast lamb with honey and rosemary.

C

Liondi

A family-run restaurant located opposite the Acropolis Museum, specializing in traditional Greek staples such as moussaka, dolmades, and grilled meats.

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D

Arkadia

Situated near the Acropolis Museum, this eatery focuses on regional recipes from the Arcadia region of the Peloponnese, including handmade pasta and slow-cooked meats.

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E

Elaea

Located in the historic Plaka district, this restaurant offers Mediterranean and Greek cuisine across three floors, including a rooftop terrace with views of the Acropolis.

F

To kati allo

A long-standing family taverna near the Acropolis Museum known for home-style Greek cooking and daily specials served in a casual setting.

G

To Steki tou Ilia

A traditional grill house in the Thiseio neighborhood, famous for its charcoal-grilled lamb chops (paidakia) and outdoor seating under mulberry trees.

H

Katsourmpos - Kretike Kouzina

A Pangrati-based restaurant dedicated to Cretan gastronomy, utilizing organic produce and traditional ingredients like staka butter and Cretan cheeses.

I

Mavro Provato

A popular modern meze restaurant in Pangrati serving creative takes on Greek classics, including lamb shank and various small plates designed for sharing.

J

Virinis

A traditional taverna in the Pangrati district featuring a secluded courtyard garden and a menu focused on classic Greek stews and barrel-aged wine.

K

Mikri Venetia

Located in the Koukaki neighborhood, this modern taverna serves creative Greek meze and regional dishes in a space decorated with retro elements.

L

Veganaki

A plant-based restaurant near the Temple of Olympian Zeus offering vegan and gluten-free versions of traditional Greek dishes like moussaka and pastitsio.

M

I Fabrica tou Efrosinou

A Koukaki eatery emphasizing seasonal ingredients and regional Greek recipes, with a focus on wine pairings and high-quality olive oil.

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