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We emphasize that the quality of a gyro depends entirely on the sourcing of the meat from regional Greek farms. A part of me thought the rich, beefy flavors might be a little overpowering, but they worked surprisingly well with the other ingredients. I was surprised to find quite a few other Mediterranean dishes on the menu, including Greek salad, falafel, and hummus. These spots represent the heart of the city’s fast-food culture, focusing on speed without compromising the integrity of the ingredients. We take pride in finding the unassuming corners where locals line up for their daily fix of pork or chicken.

When visiting O Kostas, the chef highly recommends trying the souvlaki, which is a staple of the menu and praised for its authentic flavor. While the primary focus is on meat dishes, gluten-free options are available upon request. The restaurant also features a variety of soft drinks and bottled water to quench your thirst. For a non-alcoholic option, traditional Greek lemonade is available, providing a zesty contrast to the savory dishes. Guests can enjoy refreshing Greek wines, such as Assyrtiko or Agiorgitiko, which complement the flavors of the grilled meats.

Everything somehow tasted better with every bite, from the soft fried potatoes to the chicken’s subtle lemon and spicy oregano flavors. From the first taste of the fluffy pita bread, I had a good feeling about this place. Though it’s not quite a sit-down restaurant, there are a handful of tables tucked around the back.

Taste in the shade at these courtyard taverns in Athens

On the surface, it looks like your run-of-the-mill fast food joint, but it’s home to some of the most sensational gyros I’ve found in all of Athens. They have quite a few seats in their chic outdoor area, something you don’t always get with street food spots. I wasn’t prepared to take the risk of the hot sauce, and I didn’t know if I was hungry enough for a large serving, so I stuck to classic pork gyros.

A Slice partner for 7 years, this restaurant is a mainstay of the community. If you have a family to fee or just a big appetite, you can make your meal into a feast! Kosta's homemade meatballs and sauce, topped with mozzarella and grated pecorino cheese, are served on a hoagie or pita bread. Marinated, grilled pork or chicken, lettuce, tomato, onion, feta cheese, and our homemade tzatziki wrapped in a pita. Thin slices of seasoned, pressed lamb and beef, lettuce, tomato, onion, feta cheese, and our homemade tzatziki. A classic Greek lemon chicken soup made with chicken broth, orzo, shredded chicken, and a creamy lemon sauce.

There are no fries or dollops of overpowering Tzatziki drizzled over greasy meat in oily pita bread that you will find a short walk up the road. Despite its no frills unassuming presence, the simple offering is full of integrity with fresh ingredients and quality meats. Practically everyone, but that’s kind of irrelevant because it’s primarily a takeaway place.

Experience the Menu at O Kostas

We must warn you though, that it’s best to get there before midday, as there are always crowds of people waiting for their Souvlaki hit and chances, are if you arrive there after 3 pm, they will have sold out! This iconic Athenian street food store has been around since 1950 and first opened its doors in a tiny location in Plaka. If you ask locals, which is their all-time favourite Souvlaki shop in the heart of Athens? Try them for yourself and see why they're such a local favorite.

Tucked right in the heart of the city at Syntagma Square, it keeps things simple and old-school, which means, naturally, it gets very busy come lunchtime (be prepared for queues) and sells off and closes at 3pm every day. A family-run business that's been handed down through generations, Kostas is a true Athenian institution since 1950. It tastes just as good as I remember from when I first tried it nearly 20 years ago.

• In addition to classic sandwiches, the menu features sides, a selection of cold and hot beverages, and a few pastry options like Lamingtonne Pastrie.
• Try them for yourself and see why they're such a local favorite.
• Traditional Greek sausage, thinly sliced and served on fresh pita bread.
• Whether you're a local or a visitor, O Kostas invites you to savor the rich flavors of Greece in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.
• This iconic Athenian street food store has been around since 1950 and first opened its doors in a tiny location in Plaka.

O Kostas, a beloved restaurant in ο κώστας Athens, Greece, offers an authentic taste of Greek cuisine with a focus on traditional souvlaki. The fastest way to taste the true flavor of any city is to wander through the local food markets. It shares its lineage with the doner kebab but has been uniquely adapted to local Greek tastes and ingredients over the decades.

This is Kosta, a legendary spot tucked into a tiny, cute little square in the city's heart, Agias Irinis Square (outdoor seating on the square is a plus). I wish I could say the same for the kebab wrap, but I suspect I was still under the spell of that pork skewer I tried first. There is a handful of seats inside, but no outdoor seating and not much charm on the surrounding pavement, so it’s very much a takeaway kind of place.

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Whether you go for the skewered meat or the kebab, you’re in for something special. Spicy, fragrant, and utterly comforting, it's a secret family recipe and you’ll wish they sold it by the bottle (or bucket). Expect to queue, especially during peak hours, but it’s time well spent.

The result is a menu built on few ingredients, defined taste, and consistent character, evolving with availability. Sourcing follows strict criteria of quality, seasonality, and identity, with top quality Cretan produce and selected Spanish PDO products such as Iberian pork, cheeses, and conservas. Its approach brings each culinary tradition into direct contact without blending them, relying on the intensity of raw ingredients, simple execution, and clear flavors.

This charming taverna offers a cozy setting where visitors can enjoy traditional dishes at fair prices. The dining room’s stone floors, whitewashed walls, and minimalist lighting create intimate warmth. Expect a trio of fish croquettes, Santorini specialties like fava and pies, and a variety of pasta dishes as well as artfully cooked meat dishes. At Aressana Hotel, chef Kostas Aggelópoulos delivers an earthy Mediterranean menu rooted in Greek tastes and European technique.

Order the liver wrapped in caul fat, the Dutch oven lamb, the grilled mutton chops, or one of the many large skewers (kokoretsi, pork kontosouvli, lamb). From its large elevated garden-balcony you’ll have a panoramic view of Karystos and the sea. A very good family run fish tavern located at an amazing spot on the wide sandy beach of Limnionas – with a stunning sea view. It’s located on the stunning Armirihi beach, with unobstructed sea views, and the people are friendly and polite, even when they’re filled to capacity.

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While neighbors stop by to pick up daily essentials, diners savor every bite, often planning their next visit before they’ve even finished their meal. Philippos, the owner, embodies the spirit of Skylodimos, gliding effortlessly between the cash register, table service, and the modest kitchen where he prepares the food. Our beloved mother is heart of our kitchen Team. We have one Chef and a Souschef in our kitchen and many helping hands that support them every day. Kostas, who is an active member of this team, has been named a “Rising Star” within the field.

The spaghetti with onions and tomatoes and the cod with garlic are my what ifs, as I didn't try them this time but also a reason for a next visit. However, what the dishes at Ermou Taverna exude could also be characterized as an ode to the taste of company, the warmth of the Greek table and the a la greke accompaniment with spirits. With the essence of an old, urban tavern and a well-kept space, with an orchestral soundtrack of favorite Greek songs from decades past and a light aura, the Ermou Tavern -signed by Ergon- I would say that it is one of the most open-hearted arrivals of the season, for everyone who is touched by both its general character and its food itself. Ergon's new restaurant 'child' has a nostalgic style, a nice aura and a seafood cuisine that speaks directly to the taste buds. Founded by people passionate about art, culture and Santorini’s traditional way of life, the space also hosts artists who leave behind works displayed throughout the venue.

• From freshly minced meatballs and succulent goat braised in tomato sauce to Icelandic cod with garlic puree, each dish tells a story of tradition and craftsmanship.
• Of course, not every good tavern has been included on this list, we only recommend the ones that the travel.gr team has tried.
• We invite you to enjoy a completely traditional cuisine, with special dishes.
• Defined as a kafeneio–refreshment bar–grill, the space feels immediately familiar, with a high-ceilinged room, large windows, original mosaic flooring, marble-topped tables, and simple retro chairs.

Known as a legend among local tavernas, it has nourished generations with its home-cooked meals, looking like something from the old Greek movies. This wine tavern, near Varvakeios Municipal Market, has drawn in people with a taste for classic Greek since 1927. Over the years, it has not only catered to the taste buds of local celebrities, politicians and cultural icons but has also evolved, opening a sibling location that embraces a modern twist on the traditional meze experience. Among its signature offerings are the hearty gigantes oven-baked beans in a rich tomato sauce, and the delightful keftedakia, small, mint-seasoned meatballs that are a perfect blend of crispy and juicy. A visit to Leloudas (btw a 10 min cab ride from the center) is not just a meal, it’s an immersion in a world where the road less travelled leads to unforgettable culinary delights.

Chef Marios Stamatakis is the navigator in the kitchen, who focuses on exploring refined Mediterranean comfort, proposing dishes that keep the taste interest from the introduction to the finale. We've gathered all the rooftops, gardens, and courtyards you should definitely put on your to-see list, just in time to organize your summer outings. The restaurant with the white façade is located in the centre of Karystos, housed in a 200-year-old stone building. A family run tavern with rustic décor and wooden tables located in a great spot with a view of the forest near the mountainous village Pothi. The lamb, goat and pork comes from their farm, while the rest of the meat, produce and dairy comes from the local dairy and neighbouring villages. It’s located in the countryside, at 500m altitude, right outside the village Katsaroni.

The “Kastro” Tavern is located in the center of Kastro village in a cool and welcoming place, decorated tavernaokwstas.gr with taste and respect to nature and tradition. With Greek cuisine and good raw materials as its compass, in the well-kept, stone-paved and verdant courtyard, which develops on many different levels, the shade of two towering poplars accompanies a taste experience exactly as the chef and his team have imagined and shaped it. "Thea Terrace Bar & Restaurant" is not a random reference point on the multidimensional taste map of the capital, since the team takes care to enrich the reasons for visiting. There’s also a short list of daily specials that the owner and cook Meletios Hatzis creates based on product seasonality and the day’s catch. Hidden within the shaded courtyard of a cave-like taverna in the quiet village of Finikia, this restaurant feels genuinely local and unaffected by tourism. Our taverna is hosted in one of the pretiest, traditional buildings in the village of Agios Ioannis in Corfu, counting more than a century of welcoming local people and foreigners who come to try tasteful, traditional, greek flavours.

Michalis and his mother Chrisanti Theodorakis are welcoming and inviting you in Xerokambos to "Taverna Kostas". When in the early 1950s, Rex Warner (author, translator, director of the British Institute in Athens) referred to his book Views of Attica and its surroundings, to then-owner George Psara, his delicious retsina and his traditional Greek. The attentive flavors are the star of the welcoming tavern, which was set up with passion from people who love Greek cuisine and keep its bar high. Handmade stuffed cabbage rolls and crispy cheese pies, fresh French fries (make two servings), greens, beets and homemade spreads whet the appetite before the meats take over the heavy lifting.