Othonia has only a small collection of restaurants and cafés, most of which are concentrated around Ammos, the island’s harbour settlement. The limited choice reflects the island’s size rather than the quality of its food. Visitors can expect traditional Greek dishes, grilled meat, seafood, salads and simple homemade cooking. Menus and daily specials may depend…
Syros is a quiet island that doesn’t get the same buzz as Santorini or Mykonos. Nevertheless it’s a Cycladic pioneer for its art contributions. The Apollon Theater is a must-visit, constructed in the 19th century as a smaller version of La Scala in Milan. Also the Hermoupolis Heritage Museum is worth a wander through its…
Samothraki may be famous for waterfalls, mountains and ancient ruins, but food is another good reason to explore the island. The local speciality you’re most likely to remember is goat. Samothraki has a long tradition of raising goats, and traditional tavernas serve the meat roasted, grilled and slow-cooked in numerous ways. You’ll also find fresh…
Experiencing local cuisine is one of the best things to do in Zante. Fortunately, the island has a plethora of options to satisfy every taste. Zakynthos Town has a lovely seafront promenade facing a natural harbor filled with parked ferries and sailboats. It also has a few large open plazas and many restaurants. Bonanza The…
The best places to eat in Kasos range from seafood tavernas beside the water to village cafés serving simple Greek food. Fry, also written Fri, is the most convenient starting point, with further options around Bouka harbour, nearby Emporios and the inland village of Arvanitochori. Food is an important part of visiting the island. Leave…
Antipaxos is famous for turquoise water and beautiful beaches rather than a large restaurant scene. This tiny Ionian island, just south of Paxos, has only around 20 permanent residents and most visitors arrive by boat for the day. That means you shouldn’t arrive expecting streets filled with restaurants and cafés. Dining options are limited and…
Kythnos has a surprisingly varied dining scene for a relatively quiet Cycladic island. Traditional tavernas remain central to eating out here, but you’ll also find seafood restaurants, contemporary Greek cooking and more modern options around Chora, Merichas and Loutra. The island also has several foods worth looking for on menus, including local cheeses, honey and…
The famous pink beach of Elafonisi is not really pink, but a wonderful kind of pinkish color at some times. It depends on the tides and weather. The best way to visit this unique natural phenomenon is by an organized bus tour. For a relatively affordable fee, you skip the driving part, get explanations from…
Psara may be a tiny island, but food is one of the pleasures of staying here for a few days. This isn’t a destination with dozens of restaurants competing for visitors. Instead, dining revolves around a small collection of tavernas and cafés, fresh seafood and the relaxed rhythm of the island’s harbour settlement. That limited…
Samos is an island where food changes with the landscape. Along the coast, tavernas serve grilled fish, octopus and seafood beside harbours and fishing villages. Head into the mountains and the emphasis shifts toward goat, slow-cooked meat, local cheese, wild greens and dishes made from produce grown on the island. Then there is the wine….
The best times to visit Ios are June through September when the temperatures are pleasant and summer crowds are not yet at their peak. There are a lot of unique shops on the island, especially in the Chora village. There are a number of excellent restaurants in Ios. One of the most popular is Burger…
Lipsi is small enough that its restaurant scene comes as something of a surprise. Most places are concentrated around Lipsi village and the harbour, but there are also worthwhile beach tavernas at Katsadia and Platis Gialos. Food here is firmly connected to the Dodecanese and the sea. Fresh fish, grilled octopus, calamari, local goat, cheeses,…