For a slightly sophisticated dining experience that successfully bridges that space between upscale gourmet and casual dining, consider an outing to restaurant Vezené in Pangrati. The menu runs the gamut with a definite Mediterranean overtone. Expertly prepared chops and seafood with dishes featuring food cooked in their wood-fired oven.
For a tasty breakfast or arguably the city’s most inviting casual dining experience, look no further than Zampanó. Zampanó is smart, chic, and sophisticated with a brunch menu that offers about anything you long for. For lunch and dinner, the restaurant offers a mix of both Greek and Italian favorites, executed near-flawlessly with friendly service. And Zampanó doubles as perhaps the top spot for cocktails in Psyrri.
Madame Phú Man Chú is a vibrant and eclectic restaurant in Athens that showcases the bold flavors and vibrant colors of Vietnamese cuisine with a creative twist, from its mouth-watering pho and banh mi sandwiches to its fragrant curries and delicate spring rolls, all served in a lively and inviting space adorned with colorful lanterns, murals, and vintage knick-knacks that transport diners to the bustling streets of Hanoi, while its friendly staff and lively atmosphere create a welcoming and unforgettable dining experience.
For a break from typical Greek food, head to Namaste in Athens’ Plaka-Makrygianni area. This restaurant specializes in Indian cuisine, featuring classic curries, biryanis, and tandoori dishes, all prepared with traditional Indian flavors. The atmosphere is inviting and welcoming.
Wanting to stop for lunch or dinner during your souvenir shopping on pedestrian shopping street, Adrianou? Your best bet is Kosmikon. One the city’s top pastry shops has broadened its horizon with one of Plaka’s top restaurant choices. A great spot for some traditional Greek fare.
Arcadia offers classic Greek appetizers, main course dishes and desserts in pleasant ambience with excellent service. For our money, Arcadia is the best spot in town for traditional Greek seafood specialties like the spicy Garides (Shrimp) Saganaki, steamed mussels, and grilled octopus, and all at better than reasonable prices. Most of our favorite menu items are less than 15 euros.