Ikaria
Its own beer production was still in the works at the time of research, but you can try seven kinds of craft beer from different parts of Greece,…
Must-see nightlife in Northeastern Aegean Islands
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Lesvos
This hip student favourite is filled with eclectic paintings, old mirrors and well-worn wooden fixtures, giving it a relaxed, arty vibe. Mix in some great…
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Lesvos
With its painted blue stars, beaded curtains and bottles of Guinness, this whimsical British-run bar on the harbour waterfront’s far eastern side is…
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Thasos
Stroll past the Old Harbour for a quiet sunset drink at Karnagio, where outdoor seating straddles a rocky promontory lapped by waves. You can also clamber…
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Lesvos
With its orange lanterns and super-eclectic music mix, little Parasol on the waterfront does cocktails to match its South Seas decor. As the day rolls on,…
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Chios
It's kind of apt that a favourite bohemian hang-out in this citrus region is themed around the director of A Clockwork Orange. Looking sombrely from a…
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Thasos
The words 'hip' and 'ouzerie' seldom go together, but the understated stylishness of this terrace-bar at the northern edge of Hrysi Ammoudia (Golden Beach…
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Ikaria
This hip cafe-bar, 100m west of Armenistis' church, sits high over the bay. It has a mellow ambience, signalled by an eclectic music mix, from world beat…
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Samos
In the main street, this smallish modern place combines the virtues of a deli and an ouzerie (place that sells ouzo and like snacks). Ouzo and tsipouro…
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Ikaria
This snappy portside bar, with great pitta snacks, draught beer and good coffee, owes its name to the bank next door, with which it shares an interior…
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Chios
Owner Dimitris is good to have a chat with and get travel tips from. He makes fresh orange juice from blood oranges and flavours Greek coffee with mastic…
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Samos
Lush, decadent luxury is not what you'd expect in this corner of the Aegean, but here you are, amidst velvet cushions and lavish chandeliers, with a…
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Ikaria
In the main square, this cafe serves exquisite galaktoboureko (custard slice) and other traditional Greek desserts, as well as perhaps the best coffee on…
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Samos
Very popular beach bar, near the twin standbys of Ble and Escape, with good iced drinks and snacks into the wee hours.
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Ikaria
A convivial little cafe-cum-bar with some tables in a romantic bougainvillea-filled lane behind the National Bank. In addition to coffee and alcohol, it…
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Lesvos
A busy bar with a convival atmosphere, lots of dressed-up folks, cocktails, and refreshing nonalcoholic concoctions such as sour cherry with almond, and…
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Ikaria
Cosy, atmospheric bar managed by Dimitiros and Mariza, who deliver good drinks, fresh juices and live music in the summer. Walk down the street descending…
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Ikaria
Snappy bar at Hotel Akti, with sturdy mixed drinks and decent snacks. At night you can see the twinkling lights of Fourni on the horizon.
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Samos
From the main road, turn right (south) at the port to find this popular late-night music bar and taverna, opposite a public car park. Live music most…
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Lesvos
Come for the drinks and stay for the tunes at this hip music bar. There's live jazz on summer weekends. Good cocktails, Greek wine and draught beer are on…
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Samos
The best of the waterfront cafes, serving good coffee, fresh juices and crêpes in the morning, and sandwiches, burgers, beer and wine by evening. And it…
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Limnos
On a leafy terrace near the sea, Karagiozis morphs from snazzy frappé-cafe by day to a drink-till-you-drop bar under the stars. Sturdy, fair-priced drinks.
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Lesvos
Tiny and convivial cafe-bar 3km up the hill in Eresos, and the village favourite for coffee and conversation, sweets and tsipouro.
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Lesvos
By day an inviting waterfront cafe with tasty homemade sweets and cakes, and by night a cool bar with mellow music and clientele.
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Lesvos
Rocking beach bar with music by day, dancing by night, burgers, cocktails, smoothies and breakfast the next morning.
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Lesvos
To Stavri, otherwise known as Vasilli’s place, is an institution at the top end of Agiasos, on the road to the village of Stavri. It’s worth a peek just…
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Limnos
Lively open-air beach bar at Riha Nera, open all day and most of the night, with decent drinks and an all-ages clientele.
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Lesvos
Colourful doesn't begin to describe this cheerful hang-out that anchors the far west end of the village. Good drinks, snacks and a welcoming atmosphere.
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Lesvos
On the waterfront, close to the Molyvos Hotel, this friendly all-day cafe has a great selection of coffees, along with decent drinks come evening.
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Ikaria
Rambling and cheerful cafe on the waterfront, serving Greek coffee, ice cream, ouzo, beer, baked goodies and small plates from morning till night.
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Lesvos
Popular old standby Zorba's sits at the eastern end of the waterfront; it's a reliable and friendly cafe-bar that's busy till late.
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Thasos
This swanky outdoor bar on the seafront serves great breakfasts and employs masterful drink and music mixologists.
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Limnos
Waterfront cafe serving up crêpes, cheesy snacks and coffee in the morning, and drinks in the evening.
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Samos
Ble gets going after midnight, especially on the breezy deck, with a good music mix and dancing.
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Limnos
At the Old Port opposite the waterfront, a mellow scene draws a late-night crowd of regulars.
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Lesvos
Bobiras fills up as the night goes on. Great small plates, ouzo and atmosphere to spare.
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