Restaurants in Athens
Breakfast
Traditional Greek breakfast with koulouri, eggs, and strong coffee. No-frills neighborhood spot.
Avocado toast, specialty coffee, and acai bowls. Popular with the laptop crowd.
Pick up fresh bread, cheese, and fruit from a local bakery or mini-market. Most Airbnbs have kitchens.
Lunch
Iconic souvlaki and kebab spot on Monastiraki Square. Cash only, expect a queue at peak hours.
Charcuterie and meze from a century-old deli inside the central market. Order the pastourma.
Grab souvlaki wraps, fruit, and water from a kiosk. Eat in the National Garden or on Filopappou Hill.
Dinner
Creative takes on Greek classics in a hip neighborhood away from tourists. Reservations recommended.
Michelin-starred rooftop with Acropolis views. Tasting menu or a la carte. Dress smart.
Hit the Athens Central Market for fresh fish, vegetables, and olive oil. Cook a Greek meal at home.