Syntagma square and acropolis are notable landmarks, and some of the areas activities can be experienced at port of piraeus and alimos marina. This picturesque tavern is chosen by many celebrities, artists, politicians, young and old, as a unique example of old athens atmosphere. Were here to talk drinks, so well skip the food part. Psaras taverna the old tavern of psarras, athens traveller. Locations near psaras include the settlement of kato spileo and the village of messongi. We also accept booking request by phone, so do not hesitate to call us and we will be happy to fulfill your request. When in the early 1950s, rex warner author, translator, director of the british institute in athens referred to his book views of attica and its surroundings, to thenowner george psara, his delicious retsina and his traditional greek. If you try these out you will know what a good restaurant should look, taste and feel like, and be less likely to be taken advantage of in one of the tourist joints. Mar 19, 2020 when in the early 1950s, rex warner author, translator, director of the british institute in athens referred to his book views of attica and its surroundings, to thenowner george psara, his delicious retsina and his traditional greek. The region is not very frequented and is preferred by those who desire quiet, family holidays. In recent years, however, the restaurant has spread itself a. Jan 03, 2020 read our insiders guide to the best restaurants in athens, as recommended by telegraph travel. Psaras corfu psaras information psaras weather psaras. The top 10 best rooftop bars in athens greece the travelporter.
Founded way back in 1898, this is one of the few remaining plaka tavernas serving reliably good food with excellent acropolis views. The famous greek tavern of psaras in plaka, athens. Apr 20, 2015 all of this makes the tavern ideal for a long dinner with friends. In the picturesque area of plaka, just a few meters from the wellknown steps. Top 5 authentic greek restaurants in athens greece pappas. See whats happening at panathenaic stadium or faliro sports pavilion arena. View the profiles of people named konstantinos psaras. Where to eat in athens psaras taverna inspired citizen. Restaurants in athens there are loads of restaurants in the athens plaka and surrounding area. The oldest restaurant in plaka continues to welcome friends of good, traditional greek cuisine, with an emphasis on quality of taste and service. Designed in an elegant and timeless style with pentelikon marble, fisherman lights, open kitchens, private and semiprivate dining capacity, milos. Use the booking form above in order to book a table with a few clicks and avoid waiting time. Coinciding with the highly anticipated athens olympics, estiatorio milos athens opened in 2004 and is located in the hilton athens. Serves the highest quality ingredients, sourced from all over the world, flown direct to location on a daily basis.
Psaras is a small and tranquil, seaside settlement in the south of the resort of messonghi. There are loads of restaurants in the athens plaka, psiri and surrounding area and if you try these out you will know what a good restaurant should look, taste and feel like, and be less likely to get a disappointing meal in one of the tourist joints. Discover the restaurant psaras, one of the best restaurants in athens, plaka, that you must try during your holiday in greece. The length and width are about 7 by 8 km 4 by 5 mi and the area of the island is 43 square kilometres 17 sq mi. For more than two decades, the taverna psaras proves that the plaka has to offer much more than tourist proposals guaranteed by the group vlassis stathokostopoulos. Athens lithos restaurant the best traditional greek restaurant in greece. You can choose between a plethora of tasty traditional greek dishes and a great variety of local wines. Welcome to the famous tavern of psarras, established since 1898 under the shadow of acropolis. Mar 26, 2015 at pappas grill greek restaurant in toronto we are all about greek cuisine, and in this article we will tell you our top 5 picks for greek restaurants in athens greece.
As a recommended restaurant in our rick steves guide book, we decided to dine at tzitzikas kai mermigas upon our arrival in athens. This place is in the heart of athens right at the most beautiful and interesting pedestrian walk in the city, just a short walk from the acropolis museum and a bunch of sightseeing, so it makes a great stop for afternoon or evening. As you are handed the menu, youll find it nearly impossible to avert your eyes from the stunning view from the very top of verdant lycabettus hill, the highest point in athens. Culinary specialties are prepared following traditional greek recipes with their characteristic flavors incorporated into seafood, lamb, beef and more. The old tavern of psarras, athens plaka menu, prices. Restaurants in athens athens, greece survival guide. When good foodies go to heaven, we imagine it looks a lot like ergon house in downtown athens. It works continuously since 1973 and in recent years, famous chef christoforos peskias has taken over the kitchen to offer an amazing gastronomic experience. If you reach theater square, just beneath varvakios central market and omonia, you will find klimatatria, one of the few traditional taverns in athens which has been praised by several generations for the fine barrel wine, the traditional greek cuisine and the sounds of greek music. When i read the menu, i observed that the main dishes are pretty expensive, most of the. The old mansion where the restaurant is hosted keeps a hidden surprise for tis guests.
On our psaras page you can see psaras photos, explore psaras map and nearby destinations, find psaras hotels and check psaras weather by following the links below and to the left. Charming ambience with tables scattered over the steps on. Etable is an innovative online service that helps users find restaurants and make reservations online easily and quickly, 247. But just as its art scene is blossoming, and the list of brilliant things to do diversifying, the best athens restaurants have matured no end in recent years. The square itself, hidden behind vasileos konstantinou avenue, is usually dark even in the daytime thanks to the tall shady trees that fill it.
An authentic greek tavern with a fantastic view of the acropolis. Review of taverna tou psara psaras, in plaka, athens, greece gate to. Psaras restaurant on the beach of marathonas offers greek cuisine, fresh fish and seafood. Besides the city of goddess of wisdom, athena, athens is a meeting place for those appreciating elite gastron. Psaras marathonas, marathonas, greek cuisine, discount. In one of the most central and beautiful areas of plaka, the new proposal of the group vlassis stathokostopoulos, hosted a threelevel mansion, which stands out for its attention to detail and style that respects the heritage and culture of the region. Who would think that a restaurant in athens near the acropolis would advertise specialties of the mani, the most remote and poorest district of the peloponnese. Join facebook to connect with konstantinos psaras and others you may know. In the picturesque area of plaka, just a few meters from the wellknown steps of. Good food the old tavern of psarras, athens traveller. Oct 17, 2012 athens there is something magical about the area where to mavro provato is located, near the rather mysterious proskopon square in pagrati. The traditional tavern favored by prominent personalities from political. Dont miss psaras, it will leave you with fond memories of athens for years to come. Athens lithos restaurant the best traditional greek.
You may cancel or modify your reservation at any time and free of charge by loggingin at e table. An atmospheric mezedopoleio in athens pagrati nabe. The oldest tavern in plaka, psaras tavern, has been a favorite for many generations of athenians who appreciate traditional greek cuisine and authentic style. In psaras you will find some rentable rooms and obviously, fish taverns by the seashore. Tzitzikas kai mermigas, athens syntagma menu, prices. We opted to sit outside as i love to people watch, but we were slightly disappointed to find our view of the. The old tavern of psaras the old tavern of psaras meaning, the old fishermans taverna is plakas oldest restaurant, indeed it exists since 1898. Kuzina in the michelin guides list for 11th consecutive year. Argiros barbarigou signature and personal restaurant papadakis is the best greek restaurant for fresh fish and seafood, in kolonaki, athens. Enjoy traditional greek food under the parthenon, in acropolis. Hes been on the block for a long time, but if the recent movements of dino psaras are anything to go by hes far from just a musical memory. The historic location, the midwar building, the authentic tastes and our excellent service fully explain why leading greek and foreign celebrities have honored us with their presence. While many central athens restaurants have seafood on the menu, some of the best seafoodfocused eateries are located in.
It offers traditional fresh food, greek desserts and coffee. It serves delicious greek food at a price befitting the area, but with. Spondi spondi is the best restaurant in athensand in greece, according to many visitors. In the heart of athens, under the shade of the temple of hephaestus on the picturesque andrianou street, lies the unique restaurant kuzina. This parthenon of produce dedicates the entire ground floor a doubleheight, lightfilled atrium replete with vertical orchard and 200yearold olive tree to food glorious grecian food. Fill in your personal details and the date and time you want to book a table and for how many people and you are all done. Time travel where the mythical dassin melina seducing him in never on sunday. Home travel guides athens best restaurants in athens.
A french chef has put together the menu, and he has successfully created a renowned wine cellar. Simplicity is the motto at this restaurant, which has been winning all the prizes there are to be won for years. The old tavern of psarras, athens plaka updated 2020. It opened its doors before 60 years and is a beautiful place next to the sea, with bright colors and traditional, elegant decoration where you will enjoy fresh fish and delicious seafood titbits. Dinner in the sky, athens psirri gazi menu, prices. Offer your loved ones the most fulfilling experience, a unique gastronomic journey through the modern greek cuisine, with a touch of fusion influences. The oldest tavern in plaka, psaras tavern, has been a favorite for many generations of athenians who appreciate.