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Top Tips
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Greeks eat late (tourist-friendly eateries open earlier). Typically lunch starts around 2pm and dinner 9pm to
10pm; it's not uncommon for tables to start filling at midnight. Tavernas are often open all day.
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Athens' seasonal dining scene means many restaurants close for summer, often moving to sister restaurants on
the islands or shore.
Best Tavernas
Café Avyssinia
A bit like a bistro, with super Acropolis views from upstairs. (
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Oikeio
Top golden ambience, and some international dishes too. (
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Kanella
Fresh and fab in Gazi. (
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Paradosiako
Plainly one of Plaka's best. (
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Skoufias
Way out of the way, but super. (
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Best Mezedhes
Tzitzikas & Mermingas
Colourful, central and decadent. (
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Filistron
Sweeping Acropolis views from the roof terrace. (
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Yiantes
In the heart of Exarhia, with savoir faire. (
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Filippou
Kolonaki's steady best. (
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Best Haute Cuisine
Spondi
Greco-French top of the tops. (
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Varoulko
Seafood with flair. (
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Mani Mani
Regional treats from Mani. (
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Hytra
Sleek, modern and tasty too. (
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Cucina Povera
Great wine list and modern, yet still a local feel. (
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