So many choices are available, … where do we start?
My Picks for Local & Alternative Dining in Athens
Aiolou 68 (Seafood)
Rozalia (Greek Local Fare)
Atitamos (Local Fare/ Casual / Affordable)
Namaste (Halal Indian food)
Falafellas (Take away, street food)
Etnico (World Street Food, casual)
Indian Masala (Indian, Quiet Dining in Center)
Yoleni’s (Multi level, Cafe, Deli, Restaurant, Store (Local Greek Products), Event facilities)
O Thanasis (popular Kebab Restaurant in Monastiraki area)
Nolan (Modern Fusion)
Vegan Nation (Vegan Fast food/ Takeaway/Cafe)
Pera (Mediterranean-Middle Eastern, casual eatery in Center)
Misafir (Mediterranean-Middle Eastern, casual eatery in Center, Monastiraki area)
Tuk Tuk Thai Street Food
Taqueria Maya (Mexican Street food)
Royal Indian Chef (Halal Indian Food)
Gostijo Psiri (Kosher, Mediterranean and Middle Eastern)
Avocado (Vegetarian)
Ta Karamanlidika tou Fani (Deli / Restaurant)
Chocolat Royal (Dinner/Wine with view)
Jing Asian Cuisine (Chinese cuisine)
Attic Moon (Chinese cuisine)
Simul Gastronomic Situ (Modern / Fusion / Fine Dining)
Sushimou (Japanese / Intimate ‘Chef & Diner’ Dining Experience / Limited seating/ Pricy)
Point A (Restaurant & Bar with Acropolis View)
Hytra (Michelin starred, Fine Dining with great views & Bar)
Dionysos Zonars (Upscale Dining with Acropolis view)
Suburbs
Mpar Mpee Kiou, Peiraias (BarBQ, Arguably the best burgers)
Psarades (Modern Seafood) *15 mins from city center
Barbounaki Branches: Nea Erithrea, Glyfada, Kolonaki (Seafood & Local fare)
Aladdin Kebab (Halal Middle Eastern/ Classy)- *15 mins from city center
Hams & Clams Piraeus (Seafood and Oyster Bar)
Indi Go Glyfada (Halal Indian)
Kebab & Curry Piraeus (Halal Indian)
Diosmos (Greek Restaurant Modern Flair, Casual)
Broth3rs (Grillhouse/ Local Fare /Casual)
Pars Restaurant (Halal Persian)
Divan Glyfada (Lebananese, Persian and Turkish)
Cafes & Bars
A for Athens (Cafe and Cocktail Bar – one of the best views of Athens & Acropolis)
City Zen (Cafe & bar with Acropolis View)
360 Cocktail Bar (Cafe & bar with Acropolis View)
Couleur Locale (Cafe with Athens view)
TAF (Cafe, Bar, Gallery, Store)
Cherchez la Femme (Cafe, Tea, Food, Quaint)
Tazza (Coffee & Wine & Cocktail Bar & Food)
Brettos (Old distillery in Athens. More a place to visit/tasting than hang out for drinks. A popular attraction stop for tourists)
Bios Rooftop/Terrace (cafe & Bar & event space, hip and trendy)
The Clumsies (Cocktail Bar)
Baba Au Rum (Cocktail Bar)
The Gin Joint (Cocktails. Impressive selection of Gin)
Noel (Unique Upscale Bar & Restaurant)
Galaxy Bar & Restaurant at Hilton (Great views of Athens)
Momix (Molecular Cocktail Bar)
Vivaellada 