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Dining The guide was updated: 2024-09-11

A multitude of restaurants in Chania's old town, harbour area, and along the coast offer excellent (often al fresco) dining, relaxed and informal. Grilled fish and lamb dishes are specialities, plus vegetable dishes like boureki (courgette, cheese and potato bake) and melitzanokleftedes (aubergine patties). Cooking relies heavily on seasonal ingredients, most taverns specialising primarily in organic, locally sourced produce.

Zepos Restaurant

Zepos Restaurant

Experience unrivaled hospitality and immerse yourself in the Greek dining philosophy in the heart of Chania's Venetian harbour. Day or night, enjoy a tantalising selection of food and drink, as the magnificent sea views, friendly staff and delicate flavors create memories that will last a lifetime.

Lithos Restaurant

Lithos Restaurant

Very popular restaurant, cosy atmosphere and inspired dishes. Enjoy the panoramic view of the Venetian Old Harbour, the homemade-with-a-twist cooking and do some people-watching while you're at it. Ask the waiters for the local delicacies and let yourself indulge in a feast of Mediterranean flavors.

Maria’s Taverna

Maria’s Taverna

This is a popular traditional eatery, relaxed and cheerful, serving well-prepared Cretan, Greek and international favourites in its leafy-green garden. It stands on the edge of Kato Stalos settlement, at the start of the long beach strip west of Chania.

Amphora

Amphora

Smart, professional service and top quality traditional Cretan cooking makes this one of the best Old Harbour restaurants. It boasts an ideal location at the end of the quayside. Superb vegetable dishes include kolokothikeftedes (courgette and cheese patties).

Tamam

Tamam

Excellent traditional local food is served at this popular Cretan taverna occupying a former Turkish bath house in the Old Town. The menu features various Cretan specialties, ranging from meats (lamb, rabbit, and more) to vegetarian dishes. Frequent live music shows are put on here.

Cosmos

Cosmos

Boasting elegance and style, housed inside an old building high in upper Platanias, the Cosmos restaurant enjoys a fabulous setting and offers incredible views to diners. An astonishing choice of exotic meats includes crocodile, bison and kangaroo, as well as the usual suspects - lamb and beef.

To Stachi

To Stachi

To Stachi specializes in organic vegan and vegetarian food, operating with traditional Greek and Cretan flavours and putting creative twists on local classics. Meat-lovers might be pleasantly surprised at the bold taste of purely vegetarian dishes served here.

Akrogiali Taverna

Akrogiali Taverna

How does grilled calamari, steamed mussels or seafood souvlaki sound? If it gets your taste buds working then you most definitely have to visit Akrogiali Taverna. Come in the evening, take a seat outside and view the amazing sunset while enjoying the food.

Thalassino Ageri

Thalassino Ageri

Thalassino Ageri is a hidden gem outside the main tourist routes, and is a secret well-kept by the island locals. The restaurant offers seating by the sea, on a uniquely scenic natural platform steps away from the water. It is, perhaps, amongst the top waterside vantage points for sunset-watching.

To Xani Restaurant

To Xani Restaurant

To Xani Restaurant serves amazing Greek food. They use locally-sourced ingredients and products (as well as regional wines), which adds that little extra quality to every bite. It is a beautiful restaurant with a great atmosphere and live Greek music.

Kariatis

Kariatis

Kariatis is a refined dining establishment with futuristic interior design elements, specialising in Italian cuisine and offering great vegetarian and steak options. The menu is quite eclectic, with dishes such as sushi also prominently featuring on it.

Portes

Portes

Portes is located in the Old Town of Chania and offers friendly service and tasty food. A good idea is to reserve a table if you are going there for an evening dinner. The food is traditional with a twist and their barbecue is claimed to be simply amazing.

Taverna Kavouras

Taverna Kavouras

Taverna Kavouras is your typical Greek tavern, located in the beautiful old harbour of Chania. Marvel over their fresh, delicious fish and seafood dishes while admiring the beautiful sunset. Try the seafood platter (may be easily shared between 2 or even 3 diners).

The Well of the Turk

The Well of the Turk

The Well of the Turk offers an extensive selection of different flavours from around the world. Choose between Mediterranean (Turkish and Greek) options while listening to oriental tunes. They have a great atmosphere and a varied menu for a lovely dinner.

Almiras Restaurant

Almiras Restaurant

Almiras serves excellent Cretan cuisine, all in a magnificent setting with sweeping views over the island sunset and the village below. Here, visitors may expect a welcome drink on the house, followed by a feast on authentic local fare. The restaurant is equipped with a children's play area.

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