Ikaria
A short walk from the main square, this tiny but outstanding eatery ventures well beyond the Ikarian mainstream, upgrading traditional Greek food to the…
Must-see restaurants in Ikaria
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Ikaria
There are a few fine tavernas in Nas, but Thea's excels, serving up outstanding mezedhes, meat grills and a perfect veggie mousakas (baked layers of…
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Ikaria
Marrying traditional island cuisine with cosmopolitan culinary fashion, this upmarket eatery in the heart of Armenistis has a small army of devoted…
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Ikaria
Classy eatery in Akamatra, 6km south of Evdilos, well regarded for its traditional Ikarian recipes, a variety of local cheeses, and even its own wine.
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Ikaria
Nestled under the shade of a rambling plane tree, a 500m stroll from Hristos Rahes, Platanos offers authentic Ikarian dishes, including soufiko, a summer…
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Ikaria
This tasty eatery 30m from the square, up the first alleyway, offers Agios Kirykos’ best-value meals, including tasty grills, salads and excellent pizza.
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Ikaria
Best souvlaki and gyros (meat slithers cooked on a vertical rotisserie, eaten with pitta bread) at the port. Look for the umbrellas; it's next to Taverna…
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Ikaria
Occupying a terrace on the 2nd floor of the main shopping compound in Armenistis, this small confectionery makes exemplary galaktoboureko (custard slice),…
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Ikaria
Past the bridge towards Nas, this interesting taverna is the work of Marianthi, who serves well-priced dishes using local products, fresh fish and Ikarian…
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Ikaria
Located on the 'roof' of Ikaria, up high in Profitis Ilias, a 10-minute drive from Hristos Rahes, this large terrace serves a menu that is vaguely Greek,…
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Ikaria
An excellent traditional seaside eatery overlooking the sea in the village of Xilosirtis, 5km southwest of Agios Kirykos. Strong on fresh veggies, salads…
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Ikaria
Up on the hill, at the bend in the street that connects with the main road to Kambos, this summer-only taverna occupies a kind of natural balcony with bay…
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Ikaria
A small taverna in tiny Gialiskari, next to Armenistis, overlooking the marina. It's known for great mezedhes and mayirefta (ready-cooked) dishes, and has…
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Ikaria
A summer-only affair run by a Greek-Belgian couple, Kalypso is renowned for its cooking – it's all about fish here – as much as for its festive atmosphere…
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Ikaria
On a bamboo-roofed seafront patio, this excellent family-run taverna serves up good fresh fish and salads. Try Ikaria’s speciality soufiko, a tasty…
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Ikaria
An inviting backstreet taverna, behind the National Bank, with a lovely shaded courtyard. Strong on grilled meats and pastitsio (layers of buttery…
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Ikaria
Meat dishes such as katsikaki (kid goat) or veal in a clay pot are specialities at this taverna, the first along the Armenistis harbour road. The great…
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Ikaria
Kelaris serves its own fresh-caught fish, cooked over coals, along with midday mayirefta (ready-cooked) dishes from the oven. Look for the landmark church…
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Ikaria
An upgraded village grill, Ma'Mu serves substantial meat platters featuring chops and kebabs, as well as more modest pitta wraps, including nice…
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Ikaria
A tiny roadside cafe with good coffee and small plates served through the day. 'Sourta-Ferta' means 'back and forth' in Greek. Located in the middle of…
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Ikaria
Anna's is known on Ikaria's north coast for its fresh fish and lobster. It's not the cheapest, but quality, setting and service are excellent.
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Ikaria
Very traditional setting on the road halfway between Kambos and Evdilos. Excellent taverna fare, cooked and happily served by Popi.
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Ikaria
This ouzerie (place serving ouzo and light snacks) on the waterfront is known for its traditional meat and seafood mezedhes to accompany the local…
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Ikaria
Join the regulars for good grills and salads, fresh chips, beer or tsipouro at this small and unpretentious mezedhopoleio (place serving mezedhes) on the…
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Ikaria
Ikaros is a classic village ovelistirio, or grill house, referring to the upright grill for making gyros. Excellent food, lively atmosphere, snappy…
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Ikaria
On the waterfront facing the square, this busy traditional eatery serves tasty grills, several very good mayirefta (ready-cooked) options and fresh fish …
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Ikaria
A local favourite among the waterfront tavernas, Koralli specialises in fresh fish and chips, excellent meat grills, veggie salads and oven-ready…
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Ikaria
A family-run taverna with tradition, the Pashalia offers tasty homemade mezedhes, such as wild mushrooms, fresh wild asparagus and goat’s cheese, and is…
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Ikaria
Serves a variety of meat – souvlaki, steaks, kebabs, sausages – to take away or to eat on the spot, from simple gyros to large platters for two (€15).
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Ikaria
If you want your lunch to be quick – something most tavernas can't guarantee – head to this veritable gyros place at the southern end of the seafront.
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Ikaria
Excellent traditional taverna in Arethousa, serving traditional Greek dishes from a terrace overlooking the sea.
