Recommendations

Discover the best local restaurants, cafes, and hidden gems curated just for you to enjoy the flavors of Athens.

Restaurants

Oikonomou Restaurant

Oikonomou Restaurant

A traditional Greek taverna. Rabbit and roast lamb served with onion stew are popular, stuffed cabbage must be tried. Intimate, nostalgic atmosphere.

Kidantidon 32, Athina 118 51

rafiki reasturant

Rafiki

Situated on a cute pedestrian street in the Votanikos neighborhood, this “new age kafeneio” offers a modern twist on traditional Greek small but delicious plates.

Pellis 22, Athina 104 47

Annie Fine Cooking restaurant

Annie Fine Cooking

The restaurant offers modern interpretations of Greek cuisine, emphasizing fresh, high-quality ingredients sourced from selected Greek producers.The menu changes frequently to reflect seasonal availability, showcasing the chef’s creativity and commitment to sustainability.

 Menechmou 4, Athina 117 43

lsandsia restaurant

lsandsia

Minimalist decoration and creative Greek cuisine. Pita bread, and dishes such as grilled liver and langoustine.

Melanthiou 2, Athina 105 54

Oikonomou Restaurant

Aster

A cozy Petralona spot serving Cretan classics like “skioufixta” pasta with cured pork and mini pies with homemade cheeses or greens.

 Troon 48, Athina 118 52

 

kapani restaurant

Kapani

It offers a pleasant experience with natural wines and delicious plates.

Chiou 29, Athina 104 38

Annie Fine Cooking restaurant

Nolan

Greek cuisine inspired by Asia. Grilled cabbage, ravioli, burger and chicken are our favourite dishes.

Voulis 31 – 33, Athina 105 57

Pharaoh

Pharaoh

A favorite Athens spot with great appetizers like wild herbs with anthotyro cheese and fritters. Don’t miss the galaktoboureko dessert!

Solomou 54, Athina 106 82

Argoura

Argoura

Argoura in Kallithea is known for its marinated seafood, including clams with lemon and seaweed, eggplant with smoked eel, and orzo with razor clams.

 Agisilaou 49, Kallithea 176 75

 

Birdman

Birdman

A Japanese-inspired restaurant-bar in Athens. Wagyu beef gyoza, iberico katsu and small skewered plates.

Voulis 35, Athina 105 57

Annie Fine Cooking restaurant

Tanpopo

A small and cosy ramen bar. Shoyu ramen and gyoza are especially successful.

Αριστείδου 1, Evripidou 2, Athina 105 59

Wine is fine

Wine is fine

Wine Is Fine is a chic wine bar and restaurant situated in the Monastiraki area of Athens. Small but delicious plates!

Vissis 6, Athina 105 51

Affordable & shabby

Taverna Nikitas

Nikitas is a traditional Greek tavern established in 1967, it has built a reputation for serving authentic and affordable Greek cuisine.

Ag. Anargiron 19, Athens

Karamanlidika

What is no longer much of a secret , but still their bacon, cheeses, and delicatessen products are very delicious.

Evripidou 52, Athens

Mavros Gatos

Mavros Gatos

Great taverna in Pagkrati neighbourhood, famous for its grilled meat.

Polemonos 4, Athina 116 35

Diporto

A very casual restaurant right next to the fish market, serving simple but delicious meals daily.

Sokratous 9, Athens

Street Food & Souvlaki

Souvlaki Kostas

Souvlaki Kostas

Kostas, serving top-tier souvlaki in Athens for 65 years, is now run by his grandson, Kostas Junior, offering fresh, quality meats in an authentic, no-frills setting.

Filellinon 7, Athina 105 57

Meat n Roses Kolonaki

Meat n Roses, if nothing else, knows how to combine premium meats with the street food mentality.

Amerikis 7, Athina 106 72

Volvi Souvlaki

Volvi Souvlaki

Fresh meat grilled on charcoal. Soutzoukaki from fresh beef mince or kalamaki from pork meat, and more..

 Varvakios Central Municipal Market

hoocut

Hoocut

Experience the authentic process of cooking Greek souvlaki from scratch, using traditional, time-honored methods. Immerse yourself in every step of the journey.

Pl. Agias Irinis 9, Athina 105 63

Feyrouz

Feyrouz

Feyrouz, in the heart of Athens, offers freshly made artisanal street food daily, crafted with care and quality.

Karori 23 & Agathonos 1, Athina 105 51

Falafellas

Falafellas

Falafellas blends Eastern flavors with fresh Mediterranean ingredients, offering expertly crafted vegan and vegetarian options for an elevated falafel experience.

 Aiolou 51, Athina 105 51

Coffee / Brunch

Usurum

Usurum cocktails & brunch Athens, aspires to become your new spot in Psyrri. With its relaxed atmosphere, cozy design, and comfortable courtyard, it’s the perfect place to enjoy unique culinary creations in the center of Athens.

Lepeniotou 19, Athens

MOTIV

Motiv

They source seasonal coffee beans to highlight the unique flavors of each origin, selecting only high-quality beans that score above 86 on the specialty scale. By partnering with trusted importers and supporting small-scale producers, they ensure fair compensation for farmers and full traceability behind every cup.

Emmanouil Benaki 20, Athina 106 78

Myller Coffee Shop

Myller Coffee Shop

Myller Coffee Shop is a warm and inviting café located in the vibrant Psirri area of Athens, Greece. It’s recognized for serving high-quality specialty coffee, carefully sourced from Handpickers Coffee.

 Katsikogianni 9, Athina 105 54

Bayard Café Bar

Bayard Café Bar

Bayard lives by the motto “Perfectly imperfects,” and it’s a sentiment that resonates with many. Nestled in Neapoli Exarchia on Zoodochou Pigis Street, this unpretentious hangout quickly became a local favorite, attracting those who enjoy a genuinely relaxed atmosphere. Whether you’re grabbing a morning coffee to go with a tasty snack or unwinding in the afternoon with a drink or espresso, Bayard offers the perfect escape.

Zoodochou Pigis 134, Athina 114 72

Behold Theman

Behold Theman

In this new wave, coffee is treated like wine—valued for its origin, processing, and unique flavor profile. Sourced from selected farms, it’s prepared by trained baristi who understand its aromas, acidity, and distinct character in every cup.

Ideohoros, Stournari 6, Athina 106 83

Minu

Minu

Minu is a nature-inspired space where plants, design, specialty coffee, and seasonal food come together to create balance and sensory connection. Through events, workshops, and curated details, it celebrates the small moments that bring harmony to daily life.

 Sarri 50, Athina 105 53

The Picky

Picky Specialty coffee & brunch Athens, is located in the famous Psyrri neighborhood, right in the heart of Athens. Here, you will find unique specialty coffee, alongside the most tasty and healthy brunch options in the city.

Chrystokopidou 14, Athens

Bakery / Breakfast / Sweets for takeaway

KORA

Kora Bakery

KORA is an Athens-based sourdough and viennoiserie bakery using long fermentation for healthier breads. Founded by writer Maria Alafouzou and pastry chef Ianthi Michalaki, it emphasizes quality ingredients, sustainability, and community support.

Panagiotou Anagnostopoulou 44, Athina 106 73

The Black Salami Microbakery

The Black Salami Microbakery

Black Salami offers sourdough breads including Italian Altamura, rye, and multigrain—best to visit early as they sell out fast. Their open kitchen serves quality sandwiches like a smoked pancetta BLT, a sausage with coleslaw, and a popular New York pastrami with pecorino and pickles.

Zoodochou Pigis 71, Athina 106 81

Sweet Nolan

Sweet NOLAN lives up to its name, sharing the same philosophy as its sibling, NOLAN. It offers comforting, fresh sweets made with top-quality ingredients and classic techniques, featuring treats like Portuguese pasteis de nata, Basque cheesecake, cakes, and a variety of cookies and pastries

Apollonos 6Β, Athina 105 57

72H Artisanal Bakery & Eatery Athens

72H Artisanal Bakery & Eatery Athens

At 72H, tradition comes first. We craft our sourdough using a full seventy-two-hour fermentation, hand-kneading each loaf to preserve the authentic artisanal touch. Rejecting modern automation, we focus on quality and craftsmanship to deliver exceptional breads and pastries rich in flavor and texture.

27 Mitropoleos &, Patroou 9, Athina 105 57

ERGON House Athens

ERGON House Athens

Ergon House, at the foot of the Acropolis, is a food lover’s haven with a modern marketplace, Greek cuisine restaurant, bar, gym, and rooftop terrace offering stunning city views.

23, Mitropoleos Street, Athina 105 57

Ariston

Ariston

Founded in 1906, Ariston bakery remains at its original location. Once a small home with a garden, it has preserved its charm despite upgrades. Athens was then a small town, and founder Anastasios Lombotesis gave the bakery its historic name in 1910, making it a local landmark.

Voulis 10, Athina 105 62

Bars

The clumsies

The Clumsies, by Nikos Bakoulis and Vasilis Kyritsis, is a top Athens bar known for modern Greek plates and inventive cocktails like the ‘Mediterranean Gimlet’—Star of Bombay gin with Greek salad cordial and dehydrated leaven.

Praxitelous 30, Athens

Line Athens

Line Athens

Line, from Athens’ cocktail icons Vasilis Kyritsis, Nikos Bakoulis, and Dimitris Dafopoulos, redefines bartending with on-site seasonal fermentations like strawberry wine and peach vermouth. These unique ingredients inspire creative cocktails and pairings, including the Alexander and Peach Mojito.

 Agathodemonos 37, Athina 118 53

Baba au Rum

Baba au Rum

Baba au Rum is a cozy, honest bar with over 400 rums and creative cocktails like the Supremus No.58 and Beatnik Paloma. With great music and a modernist vibe, it’s a timeless favorite that’s been loved for over 15 years.

Klitiou 6, Athina 105 60

Wine is fine

Wine is fine Wine bar

Wine is Fine is a haven for enjoying carefully sourced food and clean wines, featuring low-intervention or no-intervention options. It’s a place where quality and simplicity meet in every sip and bite.

Vissis 6, Athina 105 51

Naif

Naif

Located in the heart of Athens, where the lively city center meets the calm southern suburbs, ΝΑΪΦ (Naif) is a café and bar that offers much more than just drinks and coffee.

Evridamantos 15, Athina 117 45

A for Athens

A for Athens (teras bar)

A for Athens Cocktail Bar & Restaurant, located in Monastiraki, offers stunning views of the Acropolis and Athens. It’s the perfect spot for enjoying drinks and a meal with an unforgettable rooftop ambiance.

  Miaouli 2, Athina 105 54

Ipitou The Bar

Ipitou, near Syntagma, is a peaceful bar with a Cycladic vibe. Enjoy coffee, cocktails, and seasonal drinks, all crafted by Dionysis Polatos, in a relaxed atmosphere.

Ipitou 4-6, Athina 105 57

Landmarks & Museums

Acropolis of Athens

Temple of Acropolis

The Temple of the Acropolis, dedicated to Athena, is an iconic symbol of ancient Greece, standing proudly atop the Acropolis hill.

Athens 105 58

Acropolis Museum

Acropolis Museum

The Acropolis Museum showcases the rich archaeological history of the Acropolis, with exhibits that include sculptures and artifacts from ancient Athens.

Dionysiou Areopagitou 15, Athina 117 42

Panathenaic Stadium

Panathenaic Stadium

The Panathenaic Stadium, made entirely of marble, is famous for hosting the first modern Olympic Games in 1896.

Leof. Vasileos Konstantinou, Athina 116 35

Hellenic Parliament

Hellenic Parliament

The Hellenic Parliament, housed in the neoclassical Old Royal Palace, is the seat of Greece’s democratic government and a historic landmark.

Megaro, Voulis, Athina 100 21

Museum of Cycladic Art

Museum of Cycladic Art

The Museum of Cycladic Art is dedicated to the art and culture of the ancient Cycladic civilization, showcasing striking marble figurines and artifacts.

Neofitou Douka 4, Athina 106 74

National Archaeological Museum

National Archaeological Museum

The National Archaeological Museum houses one of the world’s finest collections of ancient Greek artifacts, from prehistory to late antiquity.

28is Oktovriou 44, Athina 106 82

Odeon of Herodes Atticus

Odeon of Herodes Atticus

The Odeon of Herodes Atticus, an ancient stone theatre on the Acropolis slopes, hosts performances and concerts with stunning views of Athens.

Dionysiou Areopagitou, Athina 105 55

Ancient Agora of Athens

Ancient Agora of Athens

The Ancient Agora of Athens was the heart of ancient Athenian life, serving as a marketplace and gathering place for philosophical and political debate.

Athens 105 55

Zappeion Hall

Zappeion Hall

Zappeion Hall, located in the heart of Athens, is a neoclassical building often used for exhibitions, conferences, and special events.

Leof. Vasilissis Olgas, Athina 105 57

Mount Lycabettus

Lycabettus Hill

Lycabettus Hill offers panoramic views of Athens, with a popular cable car ride taking visitors to the summit for breathtaking vistas.

Athens 114 71

emst

National Museum of Contemporary Art Αthens (ΕΜΣΤ)

National Museum of Contemporary Art. The EMST is Athens’ premier institution for contemporary art, showcasing both Greek and international artists in its striking, modern space.

Leof. Kallirrois & Amv. Frantzi, Athens, 11743

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