Restaurants in Athens

It’s a known fact in Athens that you should go to a tavern which is filled with the locals. They are the connoisseurs for the best taverns for their choice is based on price, taste and mood as Athenians are known for their affinity for food and drink. Do not step into a place where you are being forced to go. Its best not to ask for the delicacies from the hotel staff. Do check the prices of the dishes for they can come at an exorbitant rate. Fresh fish and wine are known not to be cheap. Some of the restaurants Athens Tourist Guide helps you with are.

Bairaktaris

This is one of the best places to try and please your taste buds. Its run by a family for over a century. The attractions of this place are the wine barrels which have been painted with photographs of olden days Greek stars. This eating hole has a very delectable beef kokkinislo in the menu- it’s a stew served with a reddish sauce which is irresistible, or delicious gyro platter is another must haves. They have a variety of appetizers like mini cheese pies and fried zucchini with garlic dip.

Archaion Gefseis

This is perhaps one of the joints whose owners have done extensive research through ancient history to prepare food in its authentic method. Their painstaking endeavors have even helped them to research into the culinary art of ancient and Modern Greek Era. One of the classic examples on the menu is pancetta with a tempering of thyme. The ambience is uniquely appealing with gardens illuminated with torches, reclining couches and waiters garbed in elegant chitons. Tables have to be reserved well in advance and Sundays they are closed.

Aristera Dexsia

The chef come owner is known for trying his hand at fusion cuisine and the change from industrial space to a highly elegant and trendy ambience has made him quite popular. The dishes to be tried are pheasant sausage and parsnips in madeira, pork tenderloin cooked with apricot and ginger. There are partitions in the restaurant which aptly gives the name ‘left-Right’. You can view the wine cellar from above through a glass strip. A change in pattern in summer is brought with tables moved outside and the prices are fairly brought down. Reservation is a must.

Taverna Xinos

This restaurant started in 1935 and have a very loyal clientele. Its usually haunted by locals after 10pm for digging into the local fare and with the departure of most of the tourists. Some of the delicacies served here are lamb viouvetsi, tomatoes and tiny pasta baked in clay pots, livers marinated and cooked in vinegar and oregano. Summers are perfect for courtyard dining and in winters a small stove keeps the room comfortably warm. You can request for some melodious music by tipping the musicians present there.

Dimokritos

As you ascend the steps leading to the dining area your attention will be drawn towards the refrigerator with a glass door adjacent to the kitchen with taramosalata, egg plant dip and several salads along with spreads. As you proceed towards your table you can have a look at the inside. The place neither boasts of a plush décor nor any innovative dishes, but the meal is good and service is prompt. Some delicacies to be tried are hand rolled pastries stuffed with spinach pie, lemony beef casserole and gigantes.