Avocado

Finding a vegetarian restaurant in this meat loving country might not be the easiest, but Avocado is a great option for vegetarian food. The products are with no added preservatives and they try to use as much organic food as possible. The food here is healthy, fresh and tasty. Avocado is well worth a visit even if you prefer meat dishes.

• E-mail:

  happy@avocadoathens.com

• Address:

  Nikis 30, Athens

• Phone:

  +30 21 0323 7878

Cinque

Cinque is the perfect spot for a tasting of Greek dips, olives, cheese and varieties of artisanal olive oils. Order a platter of cheese, panini, bruschetta or other seasonal dishes. Moreover, have a glass of the great red, rose or white wines that this place has in stock.

• Web:

  www.cinque.gr

• E-mail:

  reservations@cinque.gr

• Address:

  Agatharchou 15, Athens

• Phone:

  +30 215 501 7853

• More info:

  Second location at Voreou 10 opens at noon

CTC Urban Gastronomy

Do not let the prices put you off from trying CTC. It is a unique and peculiar experience you can only live there. The food is prepared with care and obvious passion, and presented in a way that is borderline art. Despite it being a fine dining place, CTC managed to keep its simplicity and it is a very relaxed place where the staff and chef are more than willing to spend some time with you.

• Web:

  www.ctc-restaurant.com

• E-mail:

  reservations@ctc-restaurant.com

• Address:

  Plateon 15, Athens

• Phone:

  +30 210 722 8812

• More info:

  CTC Urban Gastronomy earned one Michelin star in 2022

Jaipur Palace

Jaipur Palace sits close to the Grand Hyatt Hotel. The restaurant serves tasty and authentic Indian tandoori dishes, fluffy rice and fragrant naan bread. There is also a substantial menu selection for vegetarians, as well as for those who prefer their meals with a spicy touch.

• Web:

  www.jaipur-palace.gr/en/athens

• Address:

  Leofóros Andrea Siggrou 121, Athens

• Phone:

  +30 210 933 6111

Lithos

Lithos serves meze, salads and grilled dishes in a rustic venue with a gorgeous terrace. Great relaxed atmosphere for dinner with reasonable prices.

• Web:

  www.lithospsiri.gr/en

• E-mail:

  info@lithospsiri.gr

• Address:

  Esopou 17, Athens

• Phone:

  +30 210 324 7797

O Kostas

If you were looking for the best souvlakia; skewers, but the Athenian word for it is also the word for straw, and biftekis, local meatballs made with three different meats, you might just find them in this tiny restaurant. O Kostas is a very local place, genuine and delicious since 1946.

• Address:

  Filellinon 7, Athens

• Phone:

  +30 210 322 8502

360° Cocktail Bar

360° Cocktail Bar serves great signature cocktails in a clean-cut industrial interior and a lush rooftop terrace with panoramic views. You get the best view onto Monastiraki square and the Acropolis.

• Web:

  www.three-sixty.gr

• E-mail:

  info@three-sixty.gr

• Address:

  Ifaistou 2, Athens

• Phone:

  +30 210 321 0006

A For Athens Cocktail Bar

A For Athens is one of the most famous bars in Athens for their rooftop terraces, offering a great view over Monastiraki square and the Acropolis. It is difficult to say which is the best, because they are equally excellent. Do not hesitate then to visit these two places to drink a delicious cocktail while enjoying the view of the city.

• Web:

  www.aforathens.com/bar-restaurant

• E-mail:

  info@aforathens.com

• Address:

  Miaouli 2-4, Athens

• Phone:

  +30 210 324 4244

Baba au Rum

Baba au Rum, whose initials come form the word 'BAR', stands out among all the bars in Athens. It has also been named one of the best bars in the world and received several awards for its amazing rums and original cocktails. Located right between Monastiraki and Syntagma, it is the perfect place to start a crazy night in town.

• Web:

  www.babaaurum.com

• E-mail:

  info@babaaurum.com

• Address:

  Klitiou 6, Athens

• Phone:

  +30 211 710 9140

Brettos Plaka

Brettos is easily recognisable by the colourful bottles that decorate the wall behind the bar and the original decor with wooden shelves, stone walls and barrels full of Ouzo and Tsipouro. Brettos is also the oldest distillery in Athens.

• Web:

  www.brettosplaka.com

• E-mail:

  info@brettosplaka.com

• Address:

  Kydathinaion 41, Athens

• Phone:

  +30 210 323 2110

Gazarte

Gazarte is an incredible venue where you can watch a film, grab a bite, drink awesome cocktails, attend conferences or business parties, enjoy live music and browse books, or have a drink on their rooftop terrace with a view over the techno-pole beyond Gazi while listening to their DJ.

• Web:

  www.gazarte.gr/en

• E-mail:

  info@gazarte.gr

• Address:

  Voutadon 34, Athens

• Phone:

  +30 210 346 0347

Gazi District

The Gazi is the new cool place to be in Athens. The area is centred around the old city gas works, now serving as a cultural centre — Technopolis. The construction of the Kerameikos subway station took a long while, but now it delivers passengers to the epicentre of the district, where the nightlife is vibrant and seemingly never stops.

• Web:

  www.thisisathens.org/neighbourhoods/gazi-keramikos-guide

• Address:

  Kerameikos park, Athens

Avdi Square

Avdi Square is one of the restaurant and cafe hotspots of Keramikos and Metaxourgio. This recently revitalised square captures the vibe of Athens with street parties and art to social activism and skate bowls. Check out the Municipal Art Gallery while you're there.

City Zen

City Zen in Monastiraki is one of the three coffee-bar-restaurants you can find around the area, having a roof terrace granting a breathtaking view over the neighbourhood and the Acropolis. Open from morning until late at night, City Zen is perfect for a coffee stop during the day, some drinks at night or food at any time.

• Web:

  www.cityzenathens.gr

• E-mail:

  info@cityzenathens.gr

• Address:

  Aeolus 11, Athens

• Phone:

  +30 210 325 4942

Coffee Joint

This cosy café delivers excellent coffee alongside freshly cooked breakfast favourites. Their delicious bread and amazing omelettes showcase the kitchen's skill, while options like the fruit-topped yoghurt with honey demonstrate their commitment to quality ingredients.

• Address:

  Vourvachi 5-9, Athens

• Phone:

  +30 212 1019 237

Fresko Yogurt Bar

Greece and yogurt are a combination made in heaven. Try this staple Greek delicacy with honey, nuts, fruit or make your own personal mix. This yogurt bar is located just a few steps from the Acropolis and it serves the best products: locally and fresh original Greek yogurt, the purest honey, artisanal jams and other toppings. You should also try their smoothies for your snack break to be complete.

• Web:

  www.freskoathens.com/en

• E-mail:

  hissio@freskoathens.com

• Address:

  Apostolou Pavlou 11, Athens

• Phone:

  +30 210 3424 994

Little Kook

If you're travelling with children, Little Kook is a café with fairytale-themed decorations that change with the seasons, making it a place kids will absolutely adore. It’s perfect for a pleasant stroll, and even more enchanting in the evening. The menu focuses mainly on desserts and pastries rather than full meals, but the quality is excellent. They also serve ice cream, as well as alcoholic drinks for adults.

• Web:

  www.littlekook.gr/fullscreen/home-page-little-kook

• Address:

  Karaiskaki 17, Athens

• Phone:

  +30 210 321 4144

Louis Cafe

This traditional Greek cafeteria offers the best coffee experience in Greece. The atmosphere and decoration are very classic and you will see a few typical old Greek men in here, playing Backgammon, Tavli in Greek, and proudly wearing their Komboloi strings of beads used to relieve stress. You can also hear some local musicians performing during the many concerts organised.

• Web:

  www.instagram.com/louis.kafeneio

• Address:

  Leonidou 87, Athens

• Phone:

  +30 210 347 6926