Authentic restaurants in Greece

Authentic Greek Eateries

This collection features a diverse range of dining establishments across the Greek islands and mainland, from the high-end rooftop of Athens' Hotel Grande Bretagne to remote seaside tavernas like Fokos in Mykonos. These venues specialize in regional Greek and Mediterranean dishes, emphasizing local ingredients such as Cretan olive oil, fresh Aegean seafood, and traditional grilled meats. Many locations offer distinct settings, including panoramic mountain views in Naxos and garden dining in Rhodes.

Authentic Greek Eateries — Map

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A

Grande Bretagne Roof Garden

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

B

Metaxi Mas

Traditional taverna in Exo Gonia specializing in Cretan and Santorinian fusion dishes.

C

Mousikorama

Greek restaurant in Rhodes serving traditional Mediterranean cuisine.

D

Fokos Taverna

Secluded beachside taverna on Mykonos featuring an open grill and traditional Cycladic architecture.

E

Restaurant Ingos

Regional restaurant in Rhodes with outdoor seating specializing in local Greek cuisine.

F

O Ellenas

Traditional Greek restaurant located near the archaeological site of Mystras.

G

Isichi Gonia

Family-run regional restaurant located near the road to Elafonisi beach in Crete.

H

Kochilas

Regional restaurant in western Crete known for traditional local dishes.

I

Niketas

Traditional taverna in Kythnos serving regional island specialties.

J

Elafonisi Kalomirakis

Cretan restaurant located near the Elafonisi nature reserve, serving regional island cuisine.

K

Ag. Petros

Local restaurant on Skyros island specializing in traditional Greek meat and vegetable dishes.

L

Rotonda

Restaurant in Naxos offering panoramic views of the Tragea Valley and the Aegean Sea.

M

Agorastos

Regional restaurant on Thassos island serving local Greek specialties.

N

Mouries

Traditional taverna in Skyros known for local recipes and outdoor dining.

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