Taverns & restaurants

The temperate Mediterranean climate, abundant local produce and the hospitality of its people make Crete an ideal culinary destination.

Overall, the Cretan cuisine and nutrition is the basis of the Mediterranean diet. For the Cretans, the secret of good health and longevity is simple. Eat what the rich land produces! Lots of fruits, vegetables, herbs, vegetables, legumes, cheese and bread.

The Cretan cuisine is famous for its unique taste, which differs from other cuisines because it does not try to mix flavors. Each material has its autonomy, has identity and taste, is simple and unique, without lots of spices or flavor enhancers, but very tasty because through simplicity comes the invention of any cook who has hands on experience of centuries back.

There’s an endless choice of delicious Cretan dishes and also many taverns and restaurants to discover during your stay in South Crete.

Akrogiali

Akrogiali means seashore, as you can understand from the name the tavern Akrogiali is located next to the beach. They offer fresh fish, seafood, traditional Cretan, but also some more special dishes.
Avli tou Kosta

Traditional Cretan Tavern in a lush garden with spectacular views of mountains & sea and an amazing sunset.
Imeros Tavera

This traditional tavern is a must of a restaurant in South Crete with delicious Cretan traditional food, warm hospitality, wonderful service ...
Kipos Taverna

Garden tavern with varied menu offering Greek and European cuisine plus daily specials, which include vegetarian and seasonal dishes.
Lamb house

If you like to eat lamb, this is the place to be! Probably the best tavern for lamb (antichristo) in the South of Crete is located in Agios Ioannis, on the foothills of the archaeological place of
Livas

Super delicious food, which is a variation to the Greek cuisine, the dishes are prepared with love.
Pelagos Fish tavern

Pelago Fish Tavern in Kokkinos Pirgos
Raftis Restaurant

Don't miss this culinary experience, tasting diverse seasonal dishes based on the fruits of the land and the legendary nutritional Cretan cuisine with a little extra note from the chef.
Red Castle

The Red Castle Taverna is situated right next to the port of Kokkinos Pirgos and dirctly at the beach. You can enjoy the traditional food and look at the sea or have a swim, relax under the umbrellas.
Saktouris Taverna

The tavern Sactouris is located in the heart of Sivas, right on the Platia opposite the old village church and is open every day from 16.30 (on Sundays from 12.30 clock).
Vafis Aposperida

Our daily goal is that our customers leave completely satisfied both with food and prices and that our tavern will become their favorite hangout place and their friends' too.