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Cajun specials to whopping American-style burgers. Reserve ahead for this popular
hang-out with Santorini's Yellow Donkey beer on tap and Sunday jazz brunches.
Top Souvlaki
If you're more in the mood for Greek, head to Plateia Agia Irini, to
Kostas
( 210
323 2971; Plateia Agia Irini 2, Monastiraki; souvlaki €2; 9am-5pm; Monastiraki)
. At this tiny
hole-in-the-wall young Kosta continues his grandfather's tradition, churning out tasty
pork souvlaki with his signature spicy tomato sauce.
Afternoon Pick-Me-Up
Wander the textile shops on Kalamioutou, then circle back to Plateaia Agia Irini and
the super-popular micro-roastery with fab coffees, hand-pressed teas, homemade
desserts and sandwiches. Cheerful Athenians spill out onto tables alongside the
flower market. At night it's a happening cocktail and wine bar.
Hit the Clubs
Multi-use spaces morph from gallery to cafe to bar.
Taf's
(The Art Foundation; 210 323
8757;
www.theartfoundation.gr
; Normanou 5, Monastiraki; 1pm-midnight; Monastiraki)
central
courtyard cafe-bar fills with a diverse young crowd. Its art, music and theatre spaces
are often free.
Six DOGS
( 210 321 0510;
www.sixdogs.gr
; Avramiotou 6, Monastiraki; Mona-
stiraki)
has a garden courtyard for quiet chats, while the bar jams at night...theatre and
art too.
