Must-see nightlife in Northeastern Aegean Islands

  • Slowdown Brewery

    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,…

  • Mousiko Kafenio

    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…

  • Molly’s Bar

    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…

  • Karnagio

    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…

  • Sto Gialo

    Ikaria

    A popular seaside bar and music venue, famous for its full-moon parties.

  • Parasol

    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,…

  • Kubrick

    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…

  • Limanaki

    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…

  • Carte Postale

    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…

  • Katoi

    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…

  • Café-Bar Rififi

    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…

  • Civitas Dimitris Cafe

    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…

  • Iera Odos Art Cafe

    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…

  • Rahati

    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…

  • Mezza Volta

    Samos

    Very popular beach bar, near the twin standbys of Ble and Escape, with good iced drinks and snacks into the wee hours.

  • Ambariza Bistro

    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…

  • Cartel

    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…

  • Mythos

    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…

  • Akti Café-Bar

    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.

  • Notos

    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…

  • Notia Jazz Bar

    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…

  • Joy

    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…

  • Karagiozis

    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.

  • Portokali

    Lesvos

    Tiny and convivial cafe-bar 3km up the hill in Eresos, and the village favourite for coffee and conversation, sweets and tsipouro.

  • Margaritari

    Lesvos

    By day an inviting waterfront cafe with tasty homemade sweets and cakes, and by night a cool bar with mellow music and clientele.

  • Conga's

    Lesvos

    Rocking beach bar with music by day, dancing by night, burgers, cocktails, smoothies and breakfast the next morning.

  • Ouzerie To Stavri

    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…

  • Manos Bar

    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.

  • Flamingo Beach Bar

    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.

  • Sunset

    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.

  • Cafe Kymmata

    Ikaria

    Rambling and cheerful cafe on the waterfront, serving Greek coffee, ice cream, ouzo, beer, baked goodies and small plates from morning till night.

  • Zorba the Buddha

    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.

  • Island Beach Bar

    Thasos

    This swanky outdoor bar on the seafront serves great breakfasts and employs masterful drink and music mixologists.

  • Cafe Naftilos

    Limnos

    Waterfront cafe serving up crêpes, cheesy snacks and coffee in the morning, and drinks in the evening.

  • Ble

    Samos

    Ble gets going after midnight, especially on the breezy deck, with a good music mix and dancing.

  • Alexandros

    Limnos

    At the Old Port opposite the waterfront, a mellow scene draws a late-night crowd of regulars.

  • Bobiras

    Lesvos

    Bobiras fills up as the night goes on. Great small plates, ouzo and atmosphere to spare.

  • Ammos

    Ikaria

    Chilled beach bar, equal parts sand, palm fronds, pizza, drinks and juices.

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