Rhodes and the Dodecanese Restaurants
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1. Alexis 4 Seasons
$$ | |Though known for its seafood, the handsomely decorated old rooms, beautiful walled garden, and panoramic view from the roof terrace found here are equalling enchanting. Mussels in wine, scallops in vodka sauce, shrimp risotto in an ouzo sauce, as well as simply grilled fish fill the menu. A side dish might be sautéed squash with wild glistrida (purslane), grown in the restaurant's own gardens.
Aristotelous 33, Rhodes Town, Rhodes, 85100, Greece22410-70522Known For
- Gourmet seafood
- City-view terrace
- Good service
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2. Ali Restaurant
$ | |Popular among locals, this venerable Turkish-Greek joint has a catch-all menu that hits every comfort-food high note. Zucchini flowers filled with lip-smacking Greek cheese, aubergines bursting with meat, and filling pastitsio complement a vast choice of souvlakis and kebabs.
Artemisias 23, Kos, 85300, Greece22420-21860Known For
- Turkish and Greek comfort food
- Fast service
- A quieter setting, away from the harbor
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3. Benetos
$$ | |A native Patmian, Benetos Matthaiou, and his American wife, Susan, operate this lovely restaurant abutting a seaside garden that supplies the kitchen with fresh herbs and vegetables. These homegrown ingredients find their way into a selection of Mediterranean-style dishes that are influenced by the couple's travels and include house-cured sardines, the island's freshest Greek salad, and juicy slow-roasted pork atop a chickpea puree.
Sapsila, Patmos, 85500, Greece22470-33089Known For
- Good service
- Excellent Mediterranean dishes
- Homemade bread
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Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and mid-Oct.–May. No lunch, Credit cards accepted -
4. Broadway Restaurant
$ | |A cozy, family-run restaurant with an ambitious menu that does some very creative things with classic Greek cooking. A "krassotiri" crème brélee makes the most of the island's famous soft cheese, while mains offer an even tenderer touch, with pork cheeks nestled atop a chickpea ragout stealing the show. Excellent value for such skilled, imaginative food.
Alexandrou 36, Kos Town, Kos, 85300, Greece22420-27052Known For
- Creative takes on classic Greek dishes and produce
- Well-located away from the busy port
- Good value
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Rate Includes: Closed Mon. -
5. Platanos
$$ | |Set on the shady square where Hippocrates reputedly once taught, this island institution maintains high standards for its cooking and top-notch service. Occupying an early-20th-century Italian club, the surroundings of tiled rooms and candlelit balconies are elaborate. Try the spiced, grilled lamb chops or famous pork and crackling (ellasonitiko). Live music accompanies meals most evenings.
Platia Platanos, Kos Town, Kos, 85300, Greece22420-28991Known For
- Romantic and historic setting
- Excellent dishes
- A bustling spot with sea views
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Nov.–Mar., Credit cards accepted, Reservations essential -
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6. Tholos
$$ | |A seaside perch at the end of Yialos Harbor is the picturesque setting for an excellent meal, which often begins with such traditional appetizers as stuffed zucchini or boiled greens (the taramosalata here might just be among the best in Greece) and includes fresh grilled fish and other daily home-cooked offerings. You may want to arrive early enough to enjoy sunset views of the harbor, and reserve far ahead—during peak summer season it can be booked out days in advance.
Waterfront, Yialos, Symi, 85600, Greece22460-72033Known For
- Sunset views
- Excellent Mediterranean dishes
- Polished service—not always a given on the island
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Rate Includes: Closed mid-Oct.–Mar., Credit cards accepted, Reservations essential -
7. To Marouli
$ | Old Town |Vegans and vegetarians aren't well catered for in Greece, where the "fish option" is typically your only alternative to a tombstone-sized slab of fried cheese. But this ingenious restaurant from chef Mara Martinotti is the antidote, and she has a recipe book to boot. Vegan soy-and-lentil moussaka as light and cheesy as anything you'll ever taste accompanies the likes of bang-bang cauliflower on an ever-changing menu of bites and larger dishes. The €16 tasting menu is as filling and satisfying as anything you'll find on the island. Look out too for its new bar, Ono by Marouli, in New Town, which is also good for a veggie snack.
Platonos 26, Rhodes Town, Rhodes, 85100, Greece22413-04394Known For
- Amazing vegan fare
- A cute setting away from the hustle
- Best tasting menu in town
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8. Vaggelis
$$ | |Choose between a table on the main square (perfect for people-watching) or the raised terrace out back with stunning views of the sea. Fresh grilled fish and lemon-and-oregano-flavored goat are specialties of the traditional kitchen, and other simple dishes such as mint-flavored dolmades (stuffed grape leaves) and tzatziki (yogurt and cucumber dip) are the way to go.
Main square, Chora, Patmos, 85500, Greece22470-31967Known For
- Stunning sea views
- Excellent traditional Greek dishes
- Higher prices than most
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Rate Includes: No credit cards -
9. Gelo Blu
$ | |The most popular hangout in town serves homemade ice cream by day and drinks day and night in the cool, blue-cushioned interior and pebbled courtyard as well as on the rooftop terrace of a sea captain's house.
Near Theotokou Church, Lindos, Rhodes, 85107, Greece22440-31560Known For
- Fantastic ice cream
- Terrace views
- A cool spot for a sunset drink
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10. Georgio and Maria's Taverna
$ | |Meals at this simple taverna, as popular with locals as it is with tourists, are served in a high-ceilinged, whitewashed dining room or on a terrace that is partially shaded by a grape arbor and affords wonderful views over the sea and surrounding hills. Fish is a specialty, and simply prepared mezedes (small dishes), such as roasted peppers topped with feta cheese and fried zucchini, are a great start to a meal here.
Chorio, Symi, 85600, Greece22460-71984Known For
- Local favorite
- Sea views
- Best place to eat in Chorio
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted -
11. Mavrikos
$$ | |With a large terrace overlooking the sea and Lindos Square, Mavrikos offers elegant simplicity through its flavorful Greek dishes, such as the chickpeas in orange zest, swordfish in caper sauce, black butter beans in carob syrup, and squid risotto. Third-generation chef Dimitris Mavrikos owns this institution along with his brother Michalis and has steadfastly maintained its stellar reputation.
Main square, Lindos, Rhodes, 85107, Greece22440-31232Known For
- Quality local dishes
- Open-air terrace dining
- Wine list has good local selection
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Nov.–Mar., Credit cards accepted -
12. Nireas
$$ | |Considered by many to be the finest of the city's seafood restaurants, family-run Nireas comes with little fanfare or pushiness, just impeccable service and a peaceful, vine-draped setting apart from the hubbub of the center. Prices compare well with lesser spots in the city, especially for the quality of produce, and staff won't try to hustle you into spending big, as is the case with many seafood restaurants here where bills can suddenly rocket. Good service and quality food rule. Try the Symi shrimp or battered whitebait for a hit of pure local flavor.
Sofokleous 22, Rhodes Town, Rhodes, 85100, Greece22410-21703Known For
- Friendly service that's eager to help
- A nice setting on one of Old Town's quieter streets
- Excellent seafood
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13. Petrino
$$ | |The setting is the star here. Three brothers have created a calm oasis a few streets in from the hustle and bustle of Kos Harbor. A 150-year-old stone house provides cozy dining in cool months, and in summer, tables pepper a garden full of private nooks, fountains, and gentle music. The enormous menu lists Greek staples, such as zucchini pancakes and liver with oregano, side-by-side with more cultured cuts of chateaubriand and stuffed pork tenderloin.
Platia Ioannou Theologou, Kos Town, Kos, 85300, Greece22420-27251Known For
- Atmospheric dining
- A local favorite
- A quiet garden space
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted -
14. Phournariko
$ | Old Town |This is a nice little Greek bakery filled with myriad honey-soaked and cheese-covered treats, ranging from baklava to bagel-style kalouri and pizza-like peinirli. It's perfect for a mid-morning snack or lunchtime treat.
Dinokratous 1-9, Rhodes Town, Rhodes, 85100, Greece22410-43057Known For
- Greek snack food of the highest quality
- Late-night opening
- Good coffee
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15. Zoe's Taverna
$ | |The steep climb up to Zoe's all but guarantees a spectacular view, though it's worth booking ahead to secure a table with front-row seats. The food is equally breathtaking, with a strong adherence to traditional Symiot cuisine: think jugged hare, dolomades (stuffed vine leaves) the way granny used to make them, and five-hour slow-cooked lamb and potatoes. Many of the ingredients used come from the owner's own farm.
Kali Strata, Chorio, Symi, 85600, Greece22460-72520Known For
- Fantastic views out over the coast
- Traditional Symiot cooking
- Friendly owner and service
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