Local Restaurant Guide
A Guide to Our Favourite Local Restaurants. (please note this guide is not an advertisement and no restaurants have been charged to appear). Let us know which restaurants you enjoy.
PLATIA Taverna - Agious Nicholaus
open all year round, all day and evening.Athina and Sortiris welcome you to the Platia, a friendly taverna especially appreciated by the local Greeks. Athina cooks traditional Greek food using only the freshest produce, from breakfast with newly laid eggs and freshly squeezed orange juice right through to her memorable evening meals.
A choice of snacks and coffees, together with baklavia and walnut cake are on offer at all times as well as reasonably priced drinks and good wine. Ouzo with mezes are a house speciality with Athina cooking octopus in vinegar, shrimps, squid and small fish, all fresh from the mornings catch. Indulge in tsatsiki, large Greek salads or dishes specially prepared to meet your wants.
A lovely friendly taverna which welcomes children with pleasure.
Mellissa Restaurant - Stoupa
Particularly welcoming on very hot evenings as the large trees a cooler setting to enjoy your meal in. The Mellissa specialises in spit roast chicken, lamb and pork kebabs but also has octupus stifado, fish soup and kleftico. Some evenings there is live Greek music to enjoy whilst you dine.
Kafe uzeri bar - Agios Nikolas
Situated part way between the village of Agios Nikolas and Pantazia beach this new uzeri bar opened last season and the owners, Tony and Loulea offer a very warm welcome. They have worked really hard to create a beautiful setting across from the sea and it is really pleasant to sit and watch the sea whilst listening to the courtyard fountain. They have very tasty food at very reasonable prices and it is the ideal spot to while a few hours away in total peace.
The Country Chef - Kardimili.
Yannis welcomes you to the Country Chef, open all year round. In a stunning location with sea and mountain views this inviting taverna specialises in pizzas, grilled food, spaghetti and souvlaki, all very tasty. We call Yannis 'the egg man' ever since he scooped Hugo up to take him to collect eggs from his hens which he then boiled up and served immediately. Hugo then enjoyed, literally, the freshest eggs of his life.
Yesterday and Today- Stoupa.
'Yesterday and Today' is owned and run by Voula and newly opened last season and has the best location of any restaurant in Stoupa offering the most marvellous views. Voula is famous for her Greek cakes and sweets and also offers marvelous home cooking in a very tranquil setting. On Wednesday evenings at 8.30pm Voula has a free bread making demonstration in the outside bread oven and on Friday mornings at 10.00 you are welcome to join the yoga classes. As well as the outdoor and indoor seating there is also a large beautifully positioned room upstairs which can be booked for private parties.
Gelateria The Ice-Cream Parlour - Stoupa Beach
Angela and Dimitrius welcome you to the ice-cream parlour offering the most DELICIOUS ice-cream in a choice of 30 flavours including trand-marnier, blackberry, coconut and walnut with honey. All the ice-cream is homemade from natural produce and there is even low-calorie ice-cream to stop the guilt as you indulge. Also on offer are home made cakes and cheese cakes, juices made from fresh fruits, yogurt with fresh fruit and honey and real coffee from coffee beans. Highly recommended.
The Panorama Restaurant - Kalogria beach
Sakis, Christina and Christos Welcome you to the Panorama, boasting panoramic views over Kalogria beach. Open all year round with an open fire in the winter.
Enjoy a hospitable welcome at any time of day. Whether for a full English breakfast or traditional Greek food.
The Panorama specialises in grilled food and is popular for steak. It also has a good range of local fish and prawns as well as vegetarian food. Enjoy the local village wine and the special price on spirits.
The Riviera Restaurant - Stoupa Beach
Dina and Vangelis welcome you to the Riviera restaurant situated on the sea-front of Stoupa with lovely sea views. Enjoy ice-creams, sweets, coffee, wine and drinks. Food ranges from breakfasts through to full Greek cuisine. All produce used is local and everything is cooked using local extra virgin olive oil. The house speciality is pizza.
Taverna KALOGRIA - Kalogria beach
Rene and Costas welcome you to Kalogria situated right on the beach offering stunning views. Open all day for ice-cream, drinks, and traditional Greek food including special Kleftico. Friday night is 'Greek night' with 6 Greek dancers in traditional costume dancing around a ring of fire. Come and enjoy the dancing and join in.
Dionysos Taverna - Stoupa
Christos and Voula offer a warm welcome in their peaceful garden taverna away from the hustle and bustle of the seafront all year round. Out of season dine inside by the cosy log fire, in season enjoy open air eating in the garden. The Dionysos has a special childrens menu offering Cyclops, Hercules, Athena and Aphrodite specials. You''ll have to visit to discover what they are! For adults there are carefully chosen wines to enjoy with the local dishes which include an excellent selection of starters and salads. The Dionysos specialise in skewered fish and meats, and special dishes include drunken chicken, lamb cooked in paper and veal in lemon sauce. Delicious food in a charming restaurant.
THE BUTCHER - Stoupa Beach
The sight of The Porkman carving pork atop his motorbike is a famous one in Stoupa. The pork is then served on paper, absolutely scrumptious with crackling. Eat it with the local vegetables cooked in oil, salads and chips. There are lots of other home cooked dishes if the pork itself doesn't appeal.
Yannis, Georgia and Demetrius offer a warm welcome and the restaurant itself has superb views of the sunset over the sea. Relaxed and informal with great novelty, The Butcher can soon become addictive.
To AKROTIRI - Stoupa
Arapis welcomes you to this hidden taverna situated at the very far end of Chalikoura beach. Open every day from 11.00am this taverna even offers a hot shower for customers who wish to swim. This taverna is popular for traditional Greek dishes and everything is cooked freshly as you order. There is an extensive menu to choose from including fish platters. In high season there are Greek nights every Friday & Saturday. Enjoy good wine whilst watching the sunset over the sea, parties arranged.
THE YALOS TAVERNA - Stoupa
Andonis and Anthoula welcome you to their strikingly pretty blue and white taverna tucked away just above Chalikoura beach. Sit under the grape vines and revel in the tranquility whilst enjoying fresh fish, food from the grill or the special chicken a la creme.
The Five Brothers - Stoupa Beach
Open all year right on Stoupa seafront this local Mani taverna was actually the 1st restaurant in Stoupa and has now been established for 30 years. Enjoy a warm welcome and traditional Greek food. The Five Brothers is particularly popular for its grilled meats.
AKROGIALI Restaurant - Stoupa Beach
Enjoy good views of the ducks whilst dining here. The Akrogiali offers good service & an extensive tasty menu. There is a lovely selection of savoury & sweet crepes as well as a full range of traditional Greek cooking. Hugo highly recommends the sweet crepes.
RESTAURANT PANOREA - Kalogria
Johnathon welcomes you to the Restaurant Panorea in Kalogria and is there to offer you the tastes of the region's local produce. He is also pleased to cater for any special diets and requests.
Some of the delights on offer include Tomato Panic, Mediterranean Stack and Spinach and Cheese Pancakes. Vegetarian meals are always available as is a selection of grilled meats and tempting dishes like chicken portokali and pork medallion milia. Desserts vary on a daily basis.
Come and enjoy the views whilst sampling good food and wine in convivial surroundings.
