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Food & Drink

Family tavernas, bakeries, and waterfront dining Angeliki recommends to guests.

Petrokofino Cretan Restaurant
01

Petrokofino Cretan Restaurant

7 locals recommend

Family-run taverna serving fresh traditional Cretan meals crafted with authentic passion (‘mama’s food’).

02

Nikolas’ Mill Taverna

Delicious, high quality, traditional Cretan dishes served in a cozy family setting.

Nikolas' Mill Taverna
To Sideradiko Mezedopoleio
03

To Sideradiko Mezedopoleio

15 locals recommend

Family business offering a variety of tasty traditional Cretan mezedes, grilled meats, and local raki.

04

Diporto Cafe & Souvlaki Grill

Popular local destination for Greek Souvlaki lovers, offering sit-down dining and delivery.

Diporto Cafe & Souvlaki Grill
Maravel Botanical Garden & Cafe
05

Maravel Botanical Garden & Cafe

11 locals recommend

A 60-acre botanical garden paradise showcasing rare and medicinal herbs, featuring a garden cafe and shop.

06

Foinikias Panoramic Kantina

10 locals recommend

Awesome local dishes and drinks combined with stunning elevated countryside views.

Foinikias Panoramic Kantina
Yanni's Traditional Restaurant
07

Yanni’s Traditional Restaurant

Traditional restaurant offering delicious quality Cretan home cooking and hospitality.

08

Platia Taverna Spili

Charming cafe and taverna in Spili village square serving high quality local dishes with views.

Platia Taverna Spili
Fabricafe Pizzeria
09

Fabricafe Pizzeria

Cozy local cafe and pizzeria serving fresh pizza, drinks, and snacks.

10

Grill Cafe Miron

Enjoy sweet pastries, coffees, snacks, and grilled specialties in a welcoming setting.

Grill Cafe Miron
Panostrati Taverna
11

Panostrati Taverna

Enjoy a variety of Cretan flavors paired with panoramic mountain views.

12

Lamb House Taverna

6 locals recommend

A perfect combination of good food and a day trip to nearby Matala.

Lamb House Taverna
Cretan Aroma Organic Farm & Taverna
13

Cretan Aroma Organic Farm & Taverna

11 locals recommend

An open organic farm where guests can tour crops and enjoy fresh farm-to-table Cretan dishes.

14

Taverna Zisis

181 locals recommend

Famous Rethymno establishment with an extensive daily display of freshly cooked traditional Cretan home-style dishes.

Taverna Zisis
Taverna Galera Waterfront
15

Taverna Galera Waterfront

110 locals recommend

Popular seafood and grill taverna located directly along Rethymno’s seaside waterfront.

16

Prima Plora Organic Restaurant & Wine Bar

698 locals recommend

Award-winning fine organic dining right on the waterfront overlooking Rethymno town.

Prima Plora Organic Restaurant & Wine Bar
Bakalogatos Mezedopoleio
17

Bakalogatos Mezedopoleio

21 locals recommend

High quality and tasty traditional Cretan food in the heart of Rethymno Old Town.

18

Katakis Family Bakery

Local family bakery crafting fresh breads, traditional Cretan pies, pastries, and take-away coffee daily.

Katakis Family Bakery
Tartala Traditional Kafeneio
19

Tartala Traditional Kafeneio

Authentic Cretan kafeneio serving local appetizers, raki, and Cretan home cooking.

20

Merastri Taverna (Sellia)

21 locals recommend

Enjoy traditional food paired with views overlooking the Libyan Sea in Sellia village.

Merastri Taverna (Sellia)
Arodamos Taverna
21

Arodamos Taverna

9 locals recommend

Family taverna known for exceptional Cretan hospitality, serving authentic home-cooked meals.

22

The Banana Garden Restaurant

A unique restaurant set inside a banana garden plantation, offering quality Cretan dining.

The Banana Garden Restaurant
Taverna Rousolakos
23

Taverna Rousolakos

Serves delicious fresh food in hearty portions at great prices, with vegan options available.

24

Goules Taverna

19 locals recommend

Homestyle traditional Cretan cooking with a rich variety of flavors, including vegetarian and vegan options.

Goules Taverna

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