Must-see restaurants in Rhodes

  • Marco Polo Cafe

    Rhodes Town

    Despite being barely visible, or even signed, from the street, this irresistible dinner-only restaurant is filled nightly, with diners savouring exquisite…

  • Meltemi

    Rhodes Town

    If you want to eat on the waterfront, Rhodes Town holds no better option than Meltemi, nestled into the sands of Elli Beach, just beyond Mandraki Harbour…

  • Kalypso

    Lindos

    This former sea captain's residence with its beautiful stone relief is perfect for lunch or dinner on the roof terrace or inside. Sea bass, octopus,…

  • To Megiston

    Rhodes Town

    Look no further for the classic Greek-holiday taverna experience: welcoming, witty waiters; retsina flowing freely; and all the classics prepared just…

  • To Stolidi Tis Psinthou

    Rhodes

    The pick of several appealing lunch spots in the lively main square of Psinthos, 16km southeast of the Valley of the Butterflies. The wooden-beamed…

  • Village Cafe

    Lindos

    Near the start of the donkey path up to the Acropolis, this whitewashed bakery-cafe consists of an enticing vine-covered pebble-mosaic courtyard, shaded…

  • Koykos

    Rhodes Town

    This inviting complex of historic homes, on a pedestrian shopping street, consists of several antique-filled rooms – cuckoo clocks feature strongly –…

  • Old Town Corner Bakery

    Rhodes Town

    With jazz and the scent of aromatic arabica coffee drifting through this tiny bakery cafe, and out to a handful of tables on the street, this is an Old…

  • Melenos

    Lindos

    This gorgeous terrace restaurant of the Melenos luxury hotel is set high above Pallas Beach on the donkey path up to the Acropolis. Standout dishes…

  • Niohori

    Rhodes Town

    It’s all about the meat at this simple backstreet taverna; the owner is a butcher, with a shop across the street. Sit outside rather than the dazzling…

  • Limeri

    Rhodes

    This large restaurant, beside the road as it heads out of Monolithos towards the castle, serves high-quality local food on a spacious terrace or in its…

  • To Marouli

    Rhodes Town

    'Marouli' means lettuce, and you can expect greens galore in this standout vegetarian restaurant. The pasta, which like the owner comes from Italy, is…

  • Kerasma

    Rhodes Town

    The pick of several contemporary-styled restaurants on the New Town’s fanciest dining street, Kerasma gives Greek classics a fusion twist, with dishes…

  • Pizanias

    Rhodes Town

    This atmospheric restaurant, opening onto one of the Old Town’s most attractive, peaceful squares, is celebrated for its fresh seafood – from boned, slow…

  • Mythos

    Lindos

    This popular taverna climbs from Lindos’ main square through several levels and dining rooms, but most diners gravitate – or should that be levitate? – to…

  • Dinoris Fish Restaurant

    Rhodes Town

    Tucked just inside the walls, across from the Archaeological Museum, Dinoris is among the Old Town’s fanciest and more expensive options, with romantic…

  • Mama Sofia

    Rhodes Town

    A spit away from the Roloi clock tower, facing the Mosque of Süleyman, Mama's has been feeding travellers quality Greek cuisine for generations. The…

  • Yiannis

    Rhodes Town

    Flying the flag for the cuisine of Karpathos island, little Yiannis serves some of the Old Town's best traditional Greek food. There’s seating indoors and…

  • Taverna Platanos

    Rhodes

    It’s worth braving Lahania’s ultranarrow lanes to reach this classic village taverna, tucked behind Agios Georgios church and famed throughout the island…

  • Nireas

    Rhodes Town

    Nireas delivers beautifully prepared seafood, served outdoors beneath a vine-shaded canopy, and presided over by the dynamic Theo, from Symi. It's a…

  • Pallas Beach Taverna

    Lindos

    Straddling the boardwalk at busy little Pallas Beach, five-minutes’ walk below the village, this chic restaurant/bar offers white tables on a fan-cooled…

  • Romios Restaurant

    Rhodes Town

    Don’t be misled by the enchanted-grotto setting of canopied couches, birdcage nooks and fairy lights. Romios (not to be confused with run-of-the-mill…

  • Ambrosia

    Lindos

    Lindos’ smartest stand-alone restaurant doesn’t have a roof garden – its dozen linen-clad tables are in the pristine white interior visible from the lanes…

  • Hatzikelis

    Rhodes Town

    Smart Hatzikelis has a romantic setting near the harbour, beside a ruined basilica. Lunchtime sees bargain deals to lure in day trippers; in the evening…

  • Fournariko

    Rhodes Town

    While the main dining room serves up tasty Italian dishes, including pizza straight from the brick oven, Fournariko is first and foremost a bakery, with…

  • Penelope’s

    Rhodes

    The largest of three rival tavernas in Kattavia’s little square, with outdoor seating beneath a spreading plane tree. Appetisers such as spinach pie or…

  • Koozina

    Rhodes Town

    The New Town sees a lot of Scandinavian visitors, and with its wooden floors and tin watering cans artfully hanging from its white walls, this open-sided…

  • Pirofani Fish Taverna

    Rhodes

    The open terrace of this spotless little restaurant, which has a passing resemblance to an Ikea show kitchen, faces the southern end of Stegna Beach…

  • Petaladika

    Rhodes Town

    Petaladika might look like just another tourist trap, tucked into a corner just off the main Old Town drag, but with its fresh white-wood interior, and…

  • Taverna Kostas

    Rhodes Town

    Run by grandfather Kostas, this friendly Old Town taverna spreads from a simple limewashed dining room into a bright rear conservatory. Come for Greek…

  • Mama’s Kitchen

    Rhodes

    In this lively and always busy taverna in the heart of Gennadi, you can check out the murals depicting ancient myths while feasting on Olympian portions…

  • Yachting Club Cafe

    Rhodes Town

    As the name might suggest, this smart cafe looks out on the glittering yachts of Mandraki Harbour. Come for a €12 breakfast – one is large enough to feed…

  • Eklekton

    Lindos

    This cosy hole-in-the-wall has pebble floors and bougainvillea snaking up its whitewashed walls, plus a roof terrace and a pretty vine-shaded canopy. Come…

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