DK Travel : Athens : Places to eat

Topiki Gefsi

Respectable taverna food and a nice view, even if the service does leaves something to be desired.
Up Down

Coffee, cocktails and ice creams in a split-level bar with underwater murals and a glass spiral staircase – plus a splendid roof terrace.
Vardis

Michelin-starred Vardis sets the standard for formal dining in Athens, with a classic French menu and impeccable service. Dishes like veal with caramelized endive and orange are showy but perfect. Dine in the poolside garden in summer.
Vassilenas

A set meal of 16 mezes, served up in a steady stream to snack upon. There’s a fixed price, and you are advised to book ahead.
Vassilis, Mati

Simple taverna serving such delights as a mouth-watering roasted baby pork and kolokeftedes (fried courgette balls).
Vlassis

An Athenian favourite for generations; exemplary mezes.
Vyni

One of Athens’ few full beer gardens offers an international range of brews on tap, plus Hellenized pub grub.
Wild Thing

The first in a row of super-trendy late night café-bars overlooking the Delfinario, Wild Thing pulls in the 30-something crowd.
Xypolitos, nr Vavrona

This coastal fish taverna has great starters, including a nice, light taramasalata – but save room for the grilled fish.
Yiantes

Creative taverna classics – chicken with honey, raisins and coriander – served in a beautiful courtyard. Most of the produce is organic.