Here's my pick's for you:
1. Sardelles: If you are looking for an excellent seafood taverna with style, in a great fun neighborhood that won’t break the bank than look no further than Sardelles (sardines in Greek).
2. The Butcher: Sardelles’ handsome meat loving sister restaurant is conveniently located right next door. Stunning views of the Acropolis from the upstairs balconies and a beautiful quiet garden in the back.
3. Kanella: If you want a home cooked meal made by an authentic Greek yiayia (grandmother) than get yourself over to Kanella.
4. Kuzina: Kuzina (the Kitchen) is a gift, all wrapped up and waiting to wow you when opened. Located on a busy pedestranized street sandwiched between the Monistiraki and Thisio neighborhoods Kuzina stands out for it’s beautiful decoration and inventive take on Greek classics.
5. Doris: The beauty of Doris is that is has no idea how simply beautiful it is. For over 100 years Doris has been serving up food to people-in-the-know in downtown Athens.
6. To Paradosiako “Boulis”: Tucked away on a small side street off Syntagma Square just at the border of the Plaka is this small unassuming taverna. Voulis, as the locals call it, is known for its unadorned, unpretentious, excellent seafood and meat dishes.
7. Ratka: If you’re looking to see and be seen than look no further than Ratka. Located on a side street in the fashionable neighborhood of Kolonaki, Ratka (only open in the winter) is the place to be.
8. O Tzitzikas and O Mermigas: It’s no secret why O Tzitzikas and O Mermigas packs them in everyday. They consistently serve some of the best food in downtown Athens.
9. Fayopoteio: Straighforward Greek classics and grilled meats at a reasonable price in the middle of Athens most expensive neighborhood.
10. Mai Tai:Pasta!
11. Avocado Food for Life: The owners of Avocado also own the Yoga Studio directly across the street. Tired of not finding the right kind of food to compliment a 20 minute downward dog they opened Avocado.
12. Noor Restaurant: I have a confession to make. I am addicted to curry. Red, green, yellow curries, doesn’t matter, I’m an addict. Years of living in New York and San Francisco
13. Kiku Sushi and wasabi are my VERY good friends when they are fresh, lovingly prepared, and served in a Zen like atmosphere. Read full review here:
14. Chryssa: You’ve met someone you really like and you want to take him/her out for dinner. You want something subtle, a place where you can talk, a little bit of a surprise.
15. Nixon: old gentleman style club restaurant/bar with bistro style food. Great crowd.
16. Alexandria: owner Cleopatra serves up traditional food of the Greek-Egyptian diaspora in her neoclassical mansion.
17. Pure Bliss: health food restaurant in the center of town. Beautiful, peaceful setting. Interesting healthy dishes.
18. Kollias:One of the best fish tavernas in Athens. Traditional. The owner loves what he is doing. Always fresh fish and amazing fish mezedes!!!
19.Varoulko: Michelin Chef Leuteris Lazarou. Great innovative mainly fish dishes
20. Spondi:Metz/Pangrati
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