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SPECIAL EDITION
Eating
guide
10 of
the best
Experience Cyprus
in a different
way!
Contents
Eating Guide
About this guide
5
A brief introduction to this publication
ToniaÕs flavours Tonia Buxton introduces us the
authentic Cypriot taste
6
10 of the best! 8
Experience Cyprus in a different way!
Nicosia 16
Limassol 28
Larnaca 38
Paphos 46
Famagusta District 54
A-Z Index 62
The best restaurants on the island
Glossary
66
Get to know the basics of Cypriot
cuisine before itÕs time to order
Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 3
Contents
Eating Guide
About this guide
5
A brief introduction to this publication
ToniaÕs flavours Tonia Buxton introduces us the
authentic Cypriot taste
6
10 of the best! 8
Experience Cyprus in a different way!
Nicosia 16
Limassol 28
Larnaca 38
Paphos 46
Famagusta District 54
A-Z Index 62
The best restaurants on the island
Glossary
66
Get to know the basics of Cypriot
cuisine before itÕs time to order
About this Guide
Published by
Time Out Cyprus
Dias Building, 31 Archagelou Str., 2054
Strovolos, Lefkosia, Cyprus
Editorial:
Tel +357 22580670
Fax +357 22580675
e-mail: [email protected]
Advertising:
Tel +357 22580375
Fax +357 22580674
Editorial
Editor Silia Ioannidou
Sub-editor John Vickers
Researchers/Writers for this edition
Michalis Michaelides, Nikos Andreou,
Popi I. Vaki
Design
Administration
Founder Andy Hadjicostis
General Manager Marilena Ierodiakonou
Magazine Marketing Manager Katerina Kestora
Group Creative Director Yiota Efthimiou
Magazine Creative Manager Sofi Zachariadou
Finance Manager Antonis Antoniou
Art Director Valentina Alexandrou
Photo Editor Natia Ioannidou
Photography Michalis Kyprianou,
Marios Hapsis
Production Manager Elena Constantinidou
Advertising
Chairman Tony Elliott
Group Financial Director Richard Waterlow
Group General Manager Nichola Coulthard
Group Production Director Mark Lamond
International Publishing Consultant
Ljuba Vasiljevic
International Managing Director Cathy
Runciman
Online Managing Director David Pepper
Group Advertising Director Maria Kyriakou
Advertising Manager Press Media
Georgia Toutouzian
Client Service Supervisor Maria Charalambous
Client Service Executive Persa Constantinou
Advertising Executive Spyros Theocli
Operations Manager Elena Constantinidou
Printers PrintCo
Time Out Group
Published under the authority of and in collaboration with Time Out Group Ltd, London, UK.
The name and logo of Time Out are used under license from Time Out Group Ltd, Universal House,
251 Tottenham Court Road, London
W1T 7AB, UK.
© Dias Publishing House Ltd 2013. All rights reserved throughout the world. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any
means, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior permission of Dias
Publishing House Ltd.
This Guide aims to provide an informed and up-to-date look at the
restaurant scene in Cyprus with reviews of selected restaurants
across the island. You will also find useful tips on how to get the
best out of your dining out experience in Cyprus. Each review has
been checked for accuracy, although details can change and you
should ring ahead if you want to be sure.
No payment of any kind has secured or influenced any review in this Guide.
How to use this Guide
Restaurants by Town/District
The Guide is divided into five towns/districts
and within each section, the restaurants placed
in categories denoting the type of food they
serve. Within each category, the restaurants
are listed alphabetically.
Bar & Caf Customs
Credit Cards
Dress
Almost all the restaurants in this Guide accept
all credit cards. Where there is no indication
to the contrary, you can assume that a restaurant accepts Visa (V), MasterCard (MC),
American Express (AmEx) and Diners Club
(DC). Where a restaurant does not accept all
four, it is noted with the entry. Most restaurants, bars and cafés do not accept cheques of
any kind.
Menu Details
All the dishes and wines described in this Guide
were available at the time of writing, but some
restaurants may change their menu at the
beginning of each new season. The specific
examples mentioned are intended to give an
idea of the style and quality of food available.
Opening Hours
Times stated for restaurants apply to service
hours when you can order food. Those given
for bars and cafés are opening hours. Also,
please bear in mind that many restaurants in
Paphos and the Famagusta district are only
open during the summer season (April-October). It is always advisable to call beforehand
to ensure that the restaurant is open.
Service & Tipping
Sushi La See p16.
4 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
to leave an additional tip of 10% of the total
cost of the meal in a restaurant and the odd
change in a café.
Most waiters speak English so you should have
no problem in communicating. It’s customary
In some places you pay after you’ve finished
your drink, even at the bar, whereas in others
you might be asked to settle up with the waiter
as soon as he serves you.
Though ties are not generally required for
restaurants, you should leave the Bermuda
shorts and tracksuits behind. Think ‘smart
casual’ and you’ll be fine.
Reservations
It’s always a good idea to book ahead, especially
at weekends.
Wheelchair Access
Unfortunately, progress is slow in this area.
It would be wise to ring ahead to check if the
establishment can cater for you.
Children
Most restaurants in Cyprus ate child-friendly,
though they will be expected to be well-behaved in some of the more upscale establishments.
Telephones
The dialling code for Cyprus from abroad is
00357. Then, depending on which town you’re
calling, you have to add area code 22 for Nicosia, 25 for Limassol, 24 for Larnaca, 26 for
Paphos and 23 for the Famagusta District.
Numbers beginning with 96, 97 or 99 are
mobile numbers and do not require an area
code. Those beginning with 70 or 77 are islandwide numbers used by many restaurant
chains
About this Guide
Published by
Time Out Cyprus
Dias Building, 31 Archagelou Str., 2054
Strovolos, Lefkosia, Cyprus
Editorial:
Tel +357 22580670
Fax +357 22580675
Advertising:
Tel +357 22580375
Fax +357 22580674
Editorial
Editor Silia Ioannidou
Sub-editor John Vickers
Researchers/Writers for this edition
Michalis Michaelides, Nikos Andreou,
Popi I. Vaki
Design
Administration
Founder Andy Hadjicostis
General Manager Marilena Ierodiakonou
Magazine Marketing Manager Katerina Kestora
Group Creative Director Yiota Efthimiou
Magazine Creative Manager Sofi Zachariadou
Finance Manager Antonis Antoniou
Art Director Valentina Alexandrou
Photo Editor Natia Ioannidou
Photography Michalis Kyprianou,
Marios Hapsis
Production Manager Elena Constantinidou
Advertising
Chairman Tony Elliott
Group Financial Director Richard Waterlow
Group General Manager Nichola Coulthard
Group Production Director Mark Lamond
International Publishing Consultant
Ljuba Vasiljevic
International Managing Director Cathy
Runciman
Online Managing Director David Pepper
Group Advertising Director Maria Kyriakou
Advertising Manager Press Media
Georgia Toutouzian
Client Service Supervisor Maria Charalambous
Client Service Executive Persa Constantinou
Advertising Executive Spyros Theocli
Operations Manager Elena Constantinidou
Printers PrintCo
Time Out Group
Published under the authority of and in collaboration with Time Out Group Ltd, London, UK.
The name and logo of Time Out are used under license from Time Out Group Ltd, Universal House,
251 Tottenham Court Road, London
W1T 7AB, UK.
© Dias Publishing House Ltd 2013. All rights reserved throughout the world. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any
means, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior permission of Dias
Publishing House Ltd.
This Guide aims to provide an informed and up-to-date look at the
restaurant scene in Cyprus with reviews of selected restaurants
across the island. You will also find useful tips on how to get the
best out of your dining out experience in Cyprus. Each review has
been checked for accuracy, although details can change and you
should ring ahead if you want to be sure.
No payment of any kind has secured or influenced any review in this Guide.
How to use this Guide
Restaurants by Town/District
The Guide is divided into five towns/districts
and within each section, the restaurants placed
in categories denoting the type of food they
serve. Within each category, the restaurants
are listed alphabetically.
Bar & Caf Customs
Credit Cards
Dress
Almost all the restaurants in this Guide accept
all credit cards. Where there is no indication
to the contrary, you can assume that a restaurant accepts Visa (V), MasterCard (MC),
American Express (AmEx) and Diners Club
(DC). Where a restaurant does not accept all
four, it is noted with the entry. Most restaurants, bars and cafés do not accept cheques of
any kind.
Menu Details
All the dishes and wines described in this Guide
were available at the time of writing, but some
restaurants may change their menu at the
beginning of each new season. The specific
examples mentioned are intended to give an
idea of the style and quality of food available.
Opening Hours
Times stated for restaurants apply to service
hours when you can order food. Those given
for bars and cafés are opening hours. Also,
please bear in mind that many restaurants in
Paphos and the Famagusta district are only
open during the summer season (April-October). It is always advisable to call beforehand
to ensure that the restaurant is open.
Service & Tipping
Sushi La See p16.
to leave an additional tip of 10% of the total
cost of the meal in a restaurant and the odd
change in a café.
Most waiters speak English so you should have
no problem in communicating. It’s customary
In some places you pay after you’ve finished
your drink, even at the bar, whereas in others
you might be asked to settle up with the waiter
as soon as he serves you.
Though ties are not generally required for
restaurants, you should leave the Bermuda
shorts and tracksuits behind. Think ‘smart
casual’ and you’ll be fine.
Reservations
It’s always a good idea to book ahead, especially
at weekends.
Wheelchair Access
Unfortunately, progress is slow in this area.
It would be wise to ring ahead to check if the
establishment can cater for you.
Children
Most restaurants in Cyprus ate child-friendly,
though they will be expected to be well-behaved in some of the more upscale establishments.
Telephones
The dialling code for Cyprus from abroad is
00357. Then, depending on which town you’re
calling, you have to add area code 22 for Nicosia, 25 for Limassol, 24 for Larnaca, 26 for
Paphos and 23 for the Famagusta District.
Numbers beginning with 96, 97 or 99 are
mobile numbers and do not require an area
code. Those beginning with 70 or 77 are islandwide numbers used by many restaurant
chains
ToniaÕs flavours
Tonia Buxton introduces us
the authentic Cypriot taste.
Photos Vanessa Courtier
Warm halloumi and peach salad
Traditional meets Modern. This delicious salad is a marriage made in heaven, salty
halloumi, sweet honey and sun-ripened fruit. Enjoy as a meze or main meal.
Kolokasi with tiger prawns
Kolokasi or Taro is a speciality in Cypriot cuisine, a root vegetable often stewed in
tomato sauce with pork. Apparently, Kolokasi was brought to Cyprus by the Romans
who would cook it in a sauce of pepper, cumin, rue, vinegar, oil and liquamen which
is a fish-based sauce they used as a condiment. Here is a modern take on using
Kolokasi....a delicious work of art!
Ingredients
Serves
4
Serves
6 as a
meze or 2
as a main
500g kolokasi
6 tbsp olive oil
1 spring onion,
chopped
1 tbsp finely chopped
parsley
2 firm tomatoes,
deseeded and diced
1 tsp coriander seeds
a large pinch of
ground cumin
16 fresh tiger prawns,
de-veined juice of 1
lemon
coriander
salt and freshly
ground black pepper
Directions
Steam or cook the kolokasi for 45 minutes or until
just tender. Peel and cut into small cubes. Pan-fry
in 2tbsp olive oil until lightly coloured. Transfer to
a bowl …and add the spring onion, parsley, tomato,
coriander seeds and cumin, salt and pepper to
season. Sauté the prawns in the pan with a little
extra olive oil as required. Keep warm. Now add
the remaining olive oil to the pan with the lemon
juice and chopped coriander. Swirl the pan around
to blend into a dressing. Season and divide the
kolokasi salad between four plates, topping each
with 4 prawns. Drizzle on the dressing.
Besr served with: Oenanthi, Grenache, Gaia
Oinotechniki, Ayios Amvrosios, Lemesos.
Stifado
Beef stew Cypriot style, wonderfully robust.
This is good served with cracked wheat,
pourgouri, and a crisp green salad. The
name Stifado refers to any meat that has
been cooked with shallots and aniseed.
Ingredients
3 ripe but firm peaches, halved and
stoned
250g block halloumi cheese
2 tbsp olive oil
3 red chicory, root intact, quartered lengthways
1 bunch salad onions, trimmed,
cut into
2cm lengths
For the dressing
1red chilli, deseeded, finely
chopped
½ large bunch fresh coriander,
leaves and stalks roughly chopped
5 tbsp white wine vinegar
3 tbsp clear honey
Directions
Make the dressing by mixing everything together in a small
bowl. Cover and set aside. Cut each peach halves into wedges,
cut the halloumi into 1cm thick slices. Heat half the oil in a large
frying pan. Fry the cheese for 3-4 minutes on each side
or until golden brown and almost crusty. Remove from the
pan and keep warm. Add the chicory and onions to the hot
pan, stir-fry until slightly wilted and coloured. Transfer onto
absorbent kitchen towel. Heat the remaining oil. Add the
peach wedges and fry for a minute or two, until softened,
lightly coloured but still retaining its shape. Combine all the
ingredients together then pour on the dressing. Spoon onto
individual plates, sharing out fairly!
Besr served with: Kyperounta, Chardonnay, Kyperounta
Winery, Lemesos.
Serves
6
3 pieces cinnamon
bark
2 bay leaves
100ml olive oil
1 tsp whole cloves
1.5 kg lean beef,
1½ tsp aniseed or fencubed
1.5 kg shallots, peeled nel seeds or
2 whole star anise
4 cloves garlic,
3 x 400g cans chopped
chopped
5 tbsp red wine vinegar tomatoes
salt and pepper
Ingredients
Directions
Heat the olive oil in a large heavy based pan and brown the cubed meat in batches. Then add the
shallots, cooking gently to turn golden and caramelise. Now add the garllic, vinegar, spices and
tomatoes. Season well. Stir in a 200ml glass of water. Cover tightly and simmer for 1½ -2 hours or
until the meat is tender and the sauce richly thickened.
Besr served with: Tsangarides, Mataro, Tsangarides Winery, Lemona, Pafos.
ToniaÕs flavours
Tonia Buxton introduces us
the authentic Cypriot taste.
Photos Vanessa Courtier
Warm halloumi and peach salad
Traditional meets Modern. This delicious salad is a marriage made in heaven, salty
halloumi, sweet honey and sun-ripened fruit. Enjoy as a meze or main meal.
Kolokasi with tiger prawns
Kolokasi or Taro is a speciality in Cypriot cuisine, a root vegetable often stewed in
tomato sauce with pork. Apparently, Kolokasi was brought to Cyprus by the Romans
who would cook it in a sauce of pepper, cumin, rue, vinegar, oil and liquamen which
is a fish-based sauce they used as a condiment. Here is a modern take on using
Kolokasi....a delicious work of art!
Ingredients
Serves
4
Serves
6 as a
meze or 2
as a main
500g kolokasi
6 tbsp olive oil
1 spring onion,
chopped
parsley
2 firm tomatoes,
deseeded and diced
1 tsp coriander seeds
a large pinch of
ground cumin
16 fresh tiger prawns,
de-veined juice of 1
lemon
coriander
salt and freshly
ground black pepper
Directions
Steam or cook the kolokasi for 45 minutes or until
just tender. Peel and cut into small cubes. Pan-fry
in 2tbsp olive oil until lightly coloured. Transfer to
a bowl …and add the spring onion, parsley, tomato,
coriander seeds and cumin, salt and pepper to
season. Sauté the prawns in the pan with a little
extra olive oil as required. Keep warm. Now add
the remaining olive oil to the pan with the lemon
juice and chopped coriander. Swirl the pan around
to blend into a dressing. Season and divide the
kolokasi salad between four plates, topping each
with 4 prawns. Drizzle on the dressing.
Besr served with: Oenanthi, Grenache, Gaia
Oinotechniki, Ayios Amvrosios, Lemesos.
Stifado
Beef stew Cypriot style, wonderfully robust.
This is good served with cracked wheat,
pourgouri, and a crisp green salad. The
name Stifado refers to any meat that has
been cooked with shallots and aniseed.
Ingredients
3 ripe but firm peaches, halved and
stoned
250g block halloumi cheese
2 tbsp olive oil
3 red chicory, root intact, quartered lengthways
1 bunch salad onions, trimmed,
cut into
2cm lengths
For the dressing
1red chilli, deseeded, finely
chopped
½ large bunch fresh coriander,
leaves and stalks roughly chopped
5 tbsp white wine vinegar
3 tbsp clear honey
Directions
Make the dressing by mixing everything together in a small
bowl. Cover and set aside. Cut each peach halves into wedges,
cut the halloumi into 1cm thick slices. Heat half the oil in a large
frying pan. Fry the cheese for 3-4 minutes on each side
or until golden brown and almost crusty. Remove from the
pan and keep warm. Add the chicory and onions to the hot
pan, stir-fry until slightly wilted and coloured. Transfer onto
absorbent kitchen towel. Heat the remaining oil. Add the
peach wedges and fry for a minute or two, until softened,
lightly coloured but still retaining its shape. Combine all the
ingredients together then pour on the dressing. Spoon onto
individual plates, sharing out fairly!
Besr served with: Kyperounta, Chardonnay, Kyperounta
Winery, Lemesos.
Serves
6
3 pieces cinnamon
bark
2 bay leaves
100ml olive oil
1 tsp whole cloves
1.5 kg lean beef,
1½ tsp aniseed or fencubed
1.5 kg shallots, peeled nel seeds or
2 whole star anise
4 cloves garlic,
3 x 400g cans chopped
chopped
5 tbsp red wine vinegar tomatoes
salt and pepper
Ingredients
Directions
Heat the olive oil in a large heavy based pan and brown the cubed meat in batches. Then add the
shallots, cooking gently to turn golden and caramelise. Now add the garllic, vinegar, spices and
tomatoes. Season well. Stir in a 200ml glass of water. Cover tightly and simmer for 1½ -2 hours or
until the meat is tender and the sauce richly thickened.
Besr served with: Tsangarides, Mataro, Tsangarides Winery, Lemona, Pafos.
10
Best!
Life in Cyprus conceals
surprises a-plenty: magical
sights, exciting highways
and historical byways. Time
Out has selected ten great
experiences that are not
to be missed!
Paphos Archaeological Park
Cultural tour, Archaeological
Park, Paphos
1
Having won the bid to become European
Capital of Culture 2017, Paphos' ace up its
sleeve is precisely its tradition of culture
and historical heritage. Seemingly unassuming,
lying peacefully on the western shore of the island,
its famed harbour area is home to more than just
the imposing Venetian castle upon which all feel
impelled to cast an admiring eye.
The Archaeological Park, hidden behind the harbour
walkway bustling with restaurants and cafes, is not to
be missed. As you enter, an extensive space stretches
out beneath your feet, heavily embellished with
archaeological finds and sites that conjure images
of the past and fire the imagination.
From the prehistoric era to the Middle Ages, this
space once constituted the cradle of cultural, architectural and philosophical creation. The beautiful
mosaic flooring of the four Roman houses
– that once stood erect in all their glory
– unfailingly impress all who
gaze upon them. The quality
and quantity of these finds
are simply breathtaking: the
detail, colours, technique and
preserved perfection intensifying the impressions.
Akamas
Walking amongst the mosaics, gazing down upon
them, it is awe-inspiring to imagine that once,
many thousands of years ago, people’s lives came
to fruition in these very houses.
As you observe the details, it is impossible not to
imagine the artists creating such delicate pieces of
art in the conditions and with means of the time:
an inherently moving meditation.
Apart from the artistic worth of the mosaics, the
technique utilised is simply sublime.
The Houses of Dionysus, Theseus, Aion and
Orpheus, and of the Four Seasons, welcome
visitors to discover the spirit of Cypriot tradition,
culture and hospitality.
Info:
Kato Paphos, next to the Harbour
Tel: 26306217
Open daily: November-March: 08-17.00,
June-August: 08-19.30, April May, September, October: 08-18.00
10
Best!
Life in Cyprus conceals
surprises a-plenty: magical
sights, exciting highways
and historical byways. Time
Out has selected ten great
experiences that are not
to be missed!
Cultural tour, Archaeological
Park, Paphos
1
Having won the bid to become European
Capital of Culture 2017, Paphos' ace up its
sleeve is precisely its tradition of culture
and historical heritage. Seemingly unassuming,
lying peacefully on the western shore of the island,
its famed harbour area is home to more than just
the imposing Venetian castle upon which all feel
impelled to cast an admiring eye.
The Archaeological Park, hidden behind the harbour
walkway bustling with restaurants and cafes, is not to
be missed. As you enter, an extensive space stretches
out beneath your feet, heavily embellished with
archaeological finds and sites that conjure images
of the past and fire the imagination.
From the prehistoric era to the Middle Ages, this
space once constituted the cradle of cultural, architectural and philosophical creation. The beautiful
mosaic flooring of the four Roman houses
– that once stood erect in all their glory
– unfailingly impress all who
gaze upon them. The quality
and quantity of these finds
are simply breathtaking: the
detail, colours, technique and
preserved perfection intensifying the impressions.
Akamas
Walking amongst the mosaics, gazing down upon
them, it is awe-inspiring to imagine that once,
many thousands of years ago, people’s lives came
to fruition in these very houses.
As you observe the details, it is impossible not to
imagine the artists creating such delicate pieces of
art in the conditions and with means of the time:
an inherently moving meditation.
Apart from the artistic worth of the mosaics, the
technique utilised is simply sublime.
The Houses of Dionysus, Theseus, Aion and
Orpheus, and of the Four Seasons, welcome
visitors to discover the spirit of Cypriot tradition,
culture and hospitality.
Info:
Kato Paphos, next to the Harbour
Tel: 26306217
Open daily: November-March: 08-17.00,
June-August: 08-19.30, April May, September, October: 08-18.00
Along the path, many areas are cornered off:
this is merely to protect the flowers and plants
from passing goats.
Departing the gorge, the next stop in discovering Akamas must, unequivocally, be Lara Bay,
known as the home to nesting turtles. Protection efforts are underway all year round, with
safety nets placed around the nesting sites.
It is worth taking a few minutes to enter the
wooden shack erected on the beach, in which
there is accompanying literature regarding
the turtles.
After a short respite, continue up toward
the highest peak of the region, giving way
to the most stunning beaches: Fontana
Amorosa, Blue Lagoon, and the sea caves.
A watchtower facilitates admiring the entire
seascape.
Lastly, though far from least, is a visit to
the Baths of Aphrodite. Let the sun beams
warm your skin, take a dip in the crystal
clear, azure waters of the surrounding
bays, order a fresh fish meze at the local
taverns, and wash your face in the waters
of Aphrodite's bathing place, which, legend tells, ensures eternal beauty.
Avakas Gorge
Happiness at the beach
4
Old Nicosia
A walk down memory lane
within the walls of Old Nicosia
2
In November 2013, the New York Times
treated Cyprus to a pleasant surprise, by
publishing an article entitled, 'In Cyprus,
a New Spirit Animates the Capital'. It detailed the
renaissance of Old Nicosia: the metamorphosis
that the last divided capital of Europe is currently
undergoing.
The younger generations of Nicosia have
reclaimed their city, opening – in amongst the
historic buildings – restaurants, cafes, boutiques,
and galleries. The rebirth of Old Nicosia has been
truly admirable, spurred, in part, by the fall in rents
that has consequently attracted young, creative
people, serving as a home for the realisation of
their ideas and dreams.
Leaving the modern capital for the old town
encompassed within its walls requires passing the
beautiful tower designed by French architect Jean
Novel and traversing Eleftheria Square, which is
being recreated, courtesy of designs by architect
Zaha Hadid. Encountering the ravages of time
alongside the fresh ideas emerging inspires both
nostalgia and optimism for the future.
There are no particular paths to be followed within
the old town; rather, merely wandering, losing
one's self within its narrow walkways, will ensure
an appreciation of its beauty. Little surprises pop
up unexpectedly: quaint shops are scattered all
about; galleries, restaurants, and taverns lie next
to the buffer zone; confectioneries and open-air
cafes are nestled adjacent to churches; and across
the way from schools sit gourmet restaurants
and boutiques.
It is utterly worth getting lost in time and space,
walking through history in Old Nicosia.
Safari in Akamas
3
Traverse the Akamas
peninsula for a day, and
behold an awe-inspiring, untouched landscape
of inestimable value.
Commence your journey
from Agios Georgios
in Peyia and enter the
Akamas region via an unassuming gateway: a
winding, unpaved road, from which all wonders
may be reached.
First stop is Avakas Gorge, for which words seldom suffice to describe the charm of the sights
within: calming and rejuvenating; take a moment
to absorb the intense beauty.
Walking deeper into the gorge, the density and
richness of the flora and fauna increases: look out
for the 'hair of Aphrodite', imagined as being the
plant used by the Goddess of Love and Beauty,
Aphrodite, to wash her luxurious locks. The active
substance in the plant is, in fact, used today in the
concocting of shampoos.
From Cape Greco near Agia
Napa, all the way to Paralimni,
the beaches in the Famagusta
district ar e beauty
incarnate, catering to
every taste.
Whether desiring
of peace and quiet on
beaches infrequently visited,
or preferring the hustle and bustle of crowds, visitors won't be disappointed.
Starting from Konnos Bay – which ser ved as
inspiration for a poem penned by George Seferis
and immortalised in music by Mikis Theodorakis
– you will discover a seaside gem: hidden, small,
and in high demand.
At Fig Tree Bay, the colours emerging from the sea
and sand are unrivalled; the surrounding hotels
serve refreshing drinks and delicious dishes.
Nissi Beach, meanwhile, famous by name and
infamous by nature, serves those seeking more
upbeat fun – with music, water sports and beach
games – having become a popular destination
for club-goers.
If you are looking for something a little more
serene, Makronissos Beach is ideal, as well as
Green Bay close to the Cavo Maris Hotel, at which
the sea may be enjoyed in peace. A little further
along – 200 metres from Green Bay – is Byzakion:
a little less known, though no less magical.
Exiting Protaras, from Kappari Avenue towards
Lefkados Road, follow the route: it will lead you
on to a dirt track that narrows substantially, and
passes very close to the Green Line. The epitome
of isolation, go prepared; though should you find
yourselves wanting for some food and drink, the
next beach along should have all you need.
Regardless of the vibe and atmosphere generated by few or many people, the beaches in the
Famagusta district are simply beautiful, with
the colours of the waters traversing the whole
spectrum of blues and greens: sure to take
one's breath away upon every visit.
Complementing the beaches, Famagusta is home
to sound touristic services, spanning all manner
of sports (such as wake-boarding, kite-surfing,
yoga, rock climbing, and more), as well as beach
bars catering to every style and budget.
Limassol nightlife during Carnival
5
Raving revelry ensues all night long during Carnival – celebrated ever y year to
usher in the beginning of Lent – in a town
that knows how to party. Year-round, Limassol
has acquired a name for itself that equates with
having a good time, though during Carnival, the
recreation rises – advantageously to any visitor
– to a whole new level.
Star ting with 'Tsiknopempti' – the Thursday
prior to the commencement of the Easter
fast, during which tradition sees households
the island over cooking meat – when King
Carnival makes his impressive entrance into
the town, the fun begins: and
there's no holding it back.
From Heroes Square all the
way to the Mediaeval Castle,
the traditional masquerade fills
the streets, with people singing and
dancing. All – save for the shops – host
theme parties, with guest singers and
DJs enriching the night's shows. On
Saturday – the day before the grand
Along the path, many areas are cornered off:
this is merely to protect the flowers and plants
from passing goats.
Departing the gorge, the next stop in discovering Akamas must, unequivocally, be Lara Bay,
known as the home to nesting turtles. Protection efforts are underway all year round, with
safety nets placed around the nesting sites.
It is worth taking a few minutes to enter the
wooden shack erected on the beach, in which
there is accompanying literature regarding
the turtles.
After a short respite, continue up toward
the highest peak of the region, giving way
to the most stunning beaches: Fontana
Amorosa, Blue Lagoon, and the sea caves.
A watchtower facilitates admiring the entire
seascape.
Lastly, though far from least, is a visit to
the Baths of Aphrodite. Let the sun beams
warm your skin, take a dip in the crystal
clear, azure waters of the surrounding
bays, order a fresh fish meze at the local
taverns, and wash your face in the waters
of Aphrodite's bathing place, which, legend tells, ensures eternal beauty.
Avakas Gorge
Happiness at the beach
4
Old Nicosia
A walk down memory lane
within the walls of Old Nicosia
2
In November 2013, the New York Times
treated Cyprus to a pleasant surprise, by
publishing an article entitled, 'In Cyprus,
a New Spirit Animates the Capital'. It detailed the
renaissance of Old Nicosia: the metamorphosis
that the last divided capital of Europe is currently
undergoing.
The younger generations of Nicosia have
reclaimed their city, opening – in amongst the
historic buildings – restaurants, cafes, boutiques,
and galleries. The rebirth of Old Nicosia has been
truly admirable, spurred, in part, by the fall in rents
that has consequently attracted young, creative
people, serving as a home for the realisation of
their ideas and dreams.
Leaving the modern capital for the old town
encompassed within its walls requires passing the
beautiful tower designed by French architect Jean
Novel and traversing Eleftheria Square, which is
being recreated, courtesy of designs by architect
Zaha Hadid. Encountering the ravages of time
alongside the fresh ideas emerging inspires both
nostalgia and optimism for the future.
There are no particular paths to be followed within
the old town; rather, merely wandering, losing
one's self within its narrow walkways, will ensure
an appreciation of its beauty. Little surprises pop
up unexpectedly: quaint shops are scattered all
about; galleries, restaurants, and taverns lie next
to the buffer zone; confectioneries and open-air
cafes are nestled adjacent to churches; and across
the way from schools sit gourmet restaurants
and boutiques.
It is utterly worth getting lost in time and space,
walking through history in Old Nicosia.
Safari in Akamas
3
Traverse the Akamas
peninsula for a day, and
behold an awe-inspiring, untouched landscape
of inestimable value.
Commence your journey
from Agios Georgios
in Peyia and enter the
Akamas region via an unassuming gateway: a
winding, unpaved road, from which all wonders
may be reached.
First stop is Avakas Gorge, for which words seldom suffice to describe the charm of the sights
within: calming and rejuvenating; take a moment
to absorb the intense beauty.
Walking deeper into the gorge, the density and
richness of the flora and fauna increases: look out
for the 'hair of Aphrodite', imagined as being the
plant used by the Goddess of Love and Beauty,
Aphrodite, to wash her luxurious locks. The active
substance in the plant is, in fact, used today in the
concocting of shampoos.
From Cape Greco near Agia
Napa, all the way to Paralimni,
the beaches in the Famagusta
district ar e beauty
incarnate, catering to
every taste.
Whether desiring
of peace and quiet on
beaches infrequently visited,
or preferring the hustle and bustle of crowds, visitors won't be disappointed.
Starting from Konnos Bay – which ser ved as
inspiration for a poem penned by George Seferis
and immortalised in music by Mikis Theodorakis
– you will discover a seaside gem: hidden, small,
and in high demand.
At Fig Tree Bay, the colours emerging from the sea
and sand are unrivalled; the surrounding hotels
serve refreshing drinks and delicious dishes.
Nissi Beach, meanwhile, famous by name and
infamous by nature, serves those seeking more
upbeat fun – with music, water sports and beach
games – having become a popular destination
for club-goers.
If you are looking for something a little more
serene, Makronissos Beach is ideal, as well as
Green Bay close to the Cavo Maris Hotel, at which
the sea may be enjoyed in peace. A little further
along – 200 metres from Green Bay – is Byzakion:
a little less known, though no less magical.
Exiting Protaras, from Kappari Avenue towards
Lefkados Road, follow the route: it will lead you
on to a dirt track that narrows substantially, and
passes very close to the Green Line. The epitome
of isolation, go prepared; though should you find
yourselves wanting for some food and drink, the
next beach along should have all you need.
Regardless of the vibe and atmosphere generated by few or many people, the beaches in the
Famagusta district are simply beautiful, with
the colours of the waters traversing the whole
spectrum of blues and greens: sure to take
one's breath away upon every visit.
Complementing the beaches, Famagusta is home
to sound touristic services, spanning all manner
of sports (such as wake-boarding, kite-surfing,
yoga, rock climbing, and more), as well as beach
bars catering to every style and budget.
Limassol nightlife during Carnival
5
Raving revelry ensues all night long during Carnival – celebrated ever y year to
usher in the beginning of Lent – in a town
that knows how to party. Year-round, Limassol
has acquired a name for itself that equates with
having a good time, though during Carnival, the
recreation rises – advantageously to any visitor
– to a whole new level.
Star ting with 'Tsiknopempti' – the Thursday
prior to the commencement of the Easter
fast, during which tradition sees households
the island over cooking meat – when King
Carnival makes his impressive entrance into
the town, the fun begins: and
there's no holding it back.
From Heroes Square all the
way to the Mediaeval Castle,
the traditional masquerade fills
the streets, with people singing and
dancing. All – save for the shops – host
theme parties, with guest singers and
DJs enriching the night's shows. On
Saturday – the day before the grand
parade – the pre-parties begin, ushering in
the commencement of the parade, which
starts at the Enaerios Seafront and stretches
the length of Makarios Avenue.
Carnival in Limassol truly is an experience
not to be missed, even if many profess to
having hazy memories of it…
A visit to Lefkara
6
Stone-built houses, traditional
crafts, exquisite embroider y,
delectable Cypriot delights,
delicately made silver jeweller y, scenic churches, and welcoming locals: a
single village embodying all the most
charming qualities of Cyprus. Welcome
to Lefkara.
Rambling through the narrow web of
streets at Lefkara, one quickly realises
that most front doors are left wide
open, a testament to the hospitality of the
people living in the village. It would not be considered strange for a passer-by to stop and admire
the interiors, mostly decorated with hand-made
lace and traditional crafts.
Even more unique is the sight of the local women,
sitting on their low chairs outside their houses
or shops, creating the embroidery and lace for
which Lefkara has become known. Whether a wellloved pursuit, a professional practice, or a custom
courtesy of the village's tradition, all generations
of women belonging to Lefkara engage in lacemaking with the same commitment and zeal. So
much so, that the town has been recognised as
a UNESCO cultural heritage site, and the word
'Lefkaritiko' (Lefkara lace) has entered into the
Modern Greek vocabulary.
To the south of the village stands a distinguished
church of vast size, devoted to the Holy Cross.
Built in the 14th centur y, it conceals a bay in
which lies a cr ypt containing a large wooden
cross. Congruent with legend, at the centre of
the cross, fragments of the original Holy Cross
may be found.
GPS:
On the Nicosia-Limassol highway, take the
Kornos exit and take the scenic route to
Lefkara via Delikipos.
Wine touring in Limassol
7
Poised above Limassol town in
the surrounding, rolling hills, are
nestled numerous villages, home
to wineries producing of some of the best
vino on the island: embrace the opportunity
to try and test them alongside the sampling
of delicious meze.
Wine tasting in
Limassol
Limassol's wine route is long, and the stops
are plentiful. You are therefore advised to set off
early in the day.
First stop is the village of Ayios Ambrosios, home
to the Zambartas winery. A relatively new addition
to Cyprus' wine scene (having opened in 2006),
Zambartas' Shiraz-Lefkada was awarded a gold
medal a mere year later in 2007 at the Cyprus
Wine Competition. At the same competition
in 2011, three of Zambartas' four entries were
honoured with the gold award.
Meanwhile, situated a little further down in Ayios
Ambrosios, is Gaia, the first winery to operate in
environmentally-friendly conditions in 1998. Today,
it produces six different labels: the award-winning,
Ampelida (both red and white); Oenanthi (in red,
white and rosé, all three being organic), and the
red Agravani.
Moving along, approaching the village of Kilani,
the vineyards of Vlassides Winery make for an
indulgently green view, being housed on a total of
140 acres. Founded in 1998, the winery steadfastly
produces a mixture of red and white labels (six
in total), though yearly 'experimentations' may
also be released.
With Kilani's scenery serving as a peaceful backdrop, take a stroll around the village square and
the church of the Virgin Mary (Panagia Eleousa),
all the way to the next stop, Ayia Mavri. Named
after a church situated just outside of the village,
the winery has been in operation since 1983,
and represents one of the more traditional
oenological entities. Sampling the semisweet white wine, and the famed Moschato
(a dessert wine with fruity and floral aromas),
is a must. Indeed, the latter is held in high
esteem as one of the finest sweet Cypriot wines,
and was awarded a gold medal at the Muscats
du Monde competition in France.
Lefkara
parade – the pre-parties begin, ushering in
the commencement of the parade, which
starts at the Enaerios Seafront and stretches
the length of Makarios Avenue.
Carnival in Limassol truly is an experience
not to be missed, even if many profess to
having hazy memories of it…
A visit to Lefkara
6
Stone-built houses, traditional
crafts, exquisite embroider y,
delectable Cypriot delights,
delicately made silver jeweller y, scenic churches, and welcoming locals: a
single village embodying all the most
charming qualities of Cyprus. Welcome
to Lefkara.
Rambling through the narrow web of
streets at Lefkara, one quickly realises
that most front doors are left wide
open, a testament to the hospitality of the
people living in the village. It would not be considered strange for a passer-by to stop and admire
the interiors, mostly decorated with hand-made
lace and traditional crafts.
Even more unique is the sight of the local women,
sitting on their low chairs outside their houses
or shops, creating the embroidery and lace for
which Lefkara has become known. Whether a wellloved pursuit, a professional practice, or a custom
courtesy of the village's tradition, all generations
of women belonging to Lefkara engage in lacemaking with the same commitment and zeal. So
much so, that the town has been recognised as
a UNESCO cultural heritage site, and the word
'Lefkaritiko' (Lefkara lace) has entered into the
Modern Greek vocabulary.
To the south of the village stands a distinguished
church of vast size, devoted to the Holy Cross.
Built in the 14th centur y, it conceals a bay in
which lies a cr ypt containing a large wooden
cross. Congruent with legend, at the centre of
the cross, fragments of the original Holy Cross
may be found.
GPS:
On the Nicosia-Limassol highway, take the
Kornos exit and take the scenic route to
Lefkara via Delikipos.
Wine touring in Limassol
7
Poised above Limassol town in
the surrounding, rolling hills, are
nestled numerous villages, home
to wineries producing of some of the best
vino on the island: embrace the opportunity
to try and test them alongside the sampling
of delicious meze.
Wine tasting in
Limassol
Limassol's wine route is long, and the stops
are plentiful. You are therefore advised to set off
early in the day.
First stop is the village of Ayios Ambrosios, home
to the Zambartas winery. A relatively new addition
to Cyprus' wine scene (having opened in 2006),
Zambartas' Shiraz-Lefkada was awarded a gold
medal a mere year later in 2007 at the Cyprus
Wine Competition. At the same competition
in 2011, three of Zambartas' four entries were
honoured with the gold award.
Meanwhile, situated a little further down in Ayios
Ambrosios, is Gaia, the first winery to operate in
environmentally-friendly conditions in 1998. Today,
it produces six different labels: the award-winning,
Ampelida (both red and white); Oenanthi (in red,
white and rosé, all three being organic), and the
red Agravani.
Moving along, approaching the village of Kilani,
the vineyards of Vlassides Winery make for an
indulgently green view, being housed on a total of
140 acres. Founded in 1998, the winery steadfastly
produces a mixture of red and white labels (six
in total), though yearly 'experimentations' may
also be released.
With Kilani's scenery serving as a peaceful backdrop, take a stroll around the village square and
the church of the Virgin Mary (Panagia Eleousa),
all the way to the next stop, Ayia Mavri. Named
after a church situated just outside of the village,
the winery has been in operation since 1983,
and represents one of the more traditional
oenological entities. Sampling the semisweet white wine, and the famed Moschato
(a dessert wine with fruity and floral aromas),
is a must. Indeed, the latter is held in high
esteem as one of the finest sweet Cypriot wines,
and was awarded a gold medal at the Muscats
du Monde competition in France.
Lefkara
Omodos
Continuing towards the villages of Mandria and
Kato Platres, make your way down towards Omodos, and on to the village of Vasa, 40% of which
consists of vineyards.
At the entrance of the village lies the Vasa Winery.
With its traditional architecture and impressive
stone buildings, this winery has been in operation
for some 200 years, most recently passing to its
current owners in 1994. Today, the Vasa Winery
produces four wines, the most distinguished of
which is the Maratheftiko (named for an indigenous variety of grape).
Next stop is Ktima Keo in the village of Mallia. Keo
wines have, justifiably, been awarded plentifully,
locally and internationally. Both production and
research takes place at the winery, the latter focused
on how to maintain and cultivate the indigenous,
ancient varieties of grape found in Cyprus.
Further along, at beautiful Pelendri, is the Tsiakkas winery. Open daily from 9:00 until 16:00 for
both tastings and tours, the small museum also
houses a selection of its wines and traditional
products from the area for sale. The exquisite
Cabernet Sauvignon is not to be missed.
Nearing the end of the route, stop by the serene
village of Kyperounda and its local winery. Trying
to count the awards that Kyperounda Winery has
been honoured with would be a tiring job; instead,
take advantage of the opportunity to taste the
winery's new range, of limited supply, Eros.
And so it is that the final stop has been reached:
Karseras Winery, in the village of Doros. It is here
that perhaps the most renowned wine of Cyprus
is produced: Commandaria. Witnessing the love
and devotion with which the Commandaria is
made is not only impressive, but the perfect end
to a perfect day.
Discovering tradition in Omodos
8
Omodos: wonderfully traditional
and traditionally
wonder ful. A village
famously popular with
tourists, Omodos is ideal
for discovering Cyprus’ heritage. The main offering? Food. Approaching Omodos – a mere 42km
northwest of Limassol – a stop at Olympos Winery
(home of St. Nicholas Koumandaria) serves to
introduce visitors as to what lies in store.
For, indeed, the locals make good use of the
surrounding vineyards, using the grapes to make
soujoukos (a sweet made with nuts and grape
juice), pallouzes (a desert made from grape and
flour), and arkatena koulouria (rusks).
Meanwhile, the local taverns will give you a chance
to sample their rich meze and locally-made wine.
With traditional Cypriot nuances woven throughout
the village, simply wandering around Omodos on
its scenic pebbled walkways of unbridled beauty is
an experience unto itself. Key sites to see along the
way include the Monastery of the Holy Cross, which
houses several museums and art galleries. The monastery is open until 17:00 and entrance is free.
GPS:
After Limassol, take the Erimi exit and head
towards Pano Kivides. After Agios Ambrosios
and Malia, you will reach Omodos, which
is about 40 minutesÕ drive from Limassol
(42km).
Info:
Piskopou Bridge may be found near Phini village, whilst Elia stands over a tributary of the
Diarizos river. Kelephos bridge, meanwhile,
is positioned at the border of the villages
Pera, Vasa and Ayios Nicolaos, near the
Arminou dam.
Marvelling at the Venetian bridges
Curium by moonlight
9
10
Beauty simply emanates
from Cypr us' ver y core,
from the thick verdant forests
of Troodos all the way down to the
unembellished coasts.
The hidden Venetian bridges in
Paphos Forest are testimony to the Venetians
rule from 1489-1571. The dense growth flourishing
around the Kelephos Bridge is particularly magical. Leaving the car behind, walking deeper into
the woods, the sky disappears behind a cover of
trees, with the soft hum of the river heightening
the peaceful atmosphere: a soft lullaby. So serene
and picturesque is the area, that it is not surprising
to see women wearing lavish wedding dresses
posing for glamorous photo shoots.
The nature trail will also lead you to the equally
beautiful bridges of Piskopou and Elia.
Under the sky of
any season, the
ancient theatre at
Curium (Kourion) is, quite simply, perfect. Impressive architecture
and an awe-inspiring view amalgamate to
create a grand and imposing archaeological space,
complete with ruins and an amphitheatre.
If fortune happens to allow a visit during August,
attending an evening concert under the watchful eye of a full moo is when this admiration
will metamorphose into adoration, and Ancient
Curium will have succeeded in enamouring yet
another of its guests.
Indeed, throughout the summer months, Curium
hosts many theatrical and musical performances
to suit ever y taste, ensuring an unforgettable
experience.
Omodos
Continuing towards the villages of Mandria and
Kato Platres, make your way down towards Omodos, and on to the village of Vasa, 40% of which
consists of vineyards.
At the entrance of the village lies the Vasa Winery.
With its traditional architecture and impressive
stone buildings, this winery has been in operation
for some 200 years, most recently passing to its
current owners in 1994. Today, the Vasa Winery
produces four wines, the most distinguished of
which is the Maratheftiko (named for an indigenous variety of grape).
Next stop is Ktima Keo in the village of Mallia. Keo
wines have, justifiably, been awarded plentifully,
locally and internationally. Both production and
research takes place at the winery, the latter focused
on how to maintain and cultivate the indigenous,
ancient varieties of grape found in Cyprus.
Further along, at beautiful Pelendri, is the Tsiakkas winery. Open daily from 9:00 until 16:00 for
both tastings and tours, the small museum also
houses a selection of its wines and traditional
products from the area for sale. The exquisite
Cabernet Sauvignon is not to be missed.
Nearing the end of the route, stop by the serene
village of Kyperounda and its local winery. Trying
to count the awards that Kyperounda Winery has
been honoured with would be a tiring job; instead,
take advantage of the opportunity to taste the
winery's new range, of limited supply, Eros.
And so it is that the final stop has been reached:
Karseras Winery, in the village of Doros. It is here
that perhaps the most renowned wine of Cyprus
is produced: Commandaria. Witnessing the love
and devotion with which the Commandaria is
made is not only impressive, but the perfect end
to a perfect day.
Discovering tradition in Omodos
8
Omodos: wonderfully traditional
and traditionally
wonder ful. A village
famously popular with
tourists, Omodos is ideal
for discovering Cyprus’ heritage. The main offering? Food. Approaching Omodos – a mere 42km
northwest of Limassol – a stop at Olympos Winery
(home of St. Nicholas Koumandaria) serves to
introduce visitors as to what lies in store.
For, indeed, the locals make good use of the
surrounding vineyards, using the grapes to make
soujoukos (a sweet made with nuts and grape
juice), pallouzes (a desert made from grape and
flour), and arkatena koulouria (rusks).
Meanwhile, the local taverns will give you a chance
to sample their rich meze and locally-made wine.
With traditional Cypriot nuances woven throughout
the village, simply wandering around Omodos on
its scenic pebbled walkways of unbridled beauty is
an experience unto itself. Key sites to see along the
way include the Monastery of the Holy Cross, which
houses several museums and art galleries. The monastery is open until 17:00 and entrance is free.
GPS:
After Limassol, take the Erimi exit and head
towards Pano Kivides. After Agios Ambrosios
and Malia, you will reach Omodos, which
is about 40 minutesÕ drive from Limassol
(42km).
Info:
Piskopou Bridge may be found near Phini village, whilst Elia stands over a tributary of the
Diarizos river. Kelephos bridge, meanwhile,
is positioned at the border of the villages
Pera, Vasa and Ayios Nicolaos, near the
Arminou dam.
Marvelling at the Venetian bridges
Curium by moonlight
9
10
Beauty simply emanates
from Cypr us' ver y core,
from the thick verdant forests
of Troodos all the way down to the
unembellished coasts.
The hidden Venetian bridges in
Paphos Forest are testimony to the Venetians
rule from 1489-1571. The dense growth flourishing
around the Kelephos Bridge is particularly magical. Leaving the car behind, walking deeper into
the woods, the sky disappears behind a cover of
trees, with the soft hum of the river heightening
the peaceful atmosphere: a soft lullaby. So serene
and picturesque is the area, that it is not surprising
to see women wearing lavish wedding dresses
posing for glamorous photo shoots.
The nature trail will also lead you to the equally
beautiful bridges of Piskopou and Elia.
Under the sky of
any season, the
ancient theatre at
Curium (Kourion) is, quite simply, perfect. Impressive architecture
and an awe-inspiring view amalgamate to
create a grand and imposing archaeological space,
complete with ruins and an amphitheatre.
If fortune happens to allow a visit during August,
attending an evening concert under the watchful eye of a full moo is when this admiration
will metamorphose into adoration, and Ancient
Curium will have succeeded in enamouring yet
another of its guests.
Indeed, throughout the summer months, Curium
hosts many theatrical and musical performances
to suit ever y taste, ensuring an unforgettable
experience.
Nicosia
Wagamama
The islandÕs capital offers everything from gourmet dining to all the
best-known international fast food outlets. The lack of tourism may be
responsible for the strong emphasis on traditional Cypriot cooking but
you will be really spoilt for choice in this regard. Dining in Nicosia is by
no means inferior to the experience in the seaside towns and whether
you opt for a traditional taverna in the suburbs or a hip downtown sushi
joint, thereÕs more than enough to satisfy every palate.
Asian
Akakiko
1, Achaion St., Engomi (77778022)
Open Daily 12 noon-12 midnight.
‘Easy Japanese dining with high quality healthy
food’ is how Akakiko describes itself and it’s accurate too. The menu offers a variety of fresh sushi,
sashimi and maki, complemented by delicious hot
dishes. Located nest to the Hilton Park Hotel.
China Spice
26, Pindarou St. (22875875) Open Mon-Fri
12 noon-3pm, 7pm-12 midnight, Sun 7pm-12
midnight.
Now in its eleventh year, China Spice has been
a great success from the start. A contemporary,
minimalist style and modern décor, plus a colourful
aquarium, create an extremely attractive dining
setting. The food and service are excellent and
prices very reasonable.
Chopsticks
87-89, Ledra Street (77777728) Open Daily 12
noon-12 midnight.
Part of the successful Pagoda Group, this res16 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
taurant serves tasty, modern Chinese fast food
dishes that are especially popular at lunchtime
with shoppers in Ledra Street or at the Mall of
Cyprus where it has another branch. Friendly
atmosphere.
Sushi La
27, Pindarou St. Agios Antonios (22375036)
Open Mon-Sat 12 noon-12 midnight, Sun 6pm12 midnight.
In this iconic venue for the fashionable crowd
of Nicosia, with its all-white futuristic design
has a chic ’60s vibe to it, the sushi is good, the
cocktails are excellent and the eclectic music
policy (from Royksopp to Nina Simone) is arguably the best on the island. Branches in Larnaca
and Agia Napa.
Wagamama
16, Themistocles Dervis St. (22870140) Open
Mon-Sat 12 noon-11.30pm, Sun 12 noon-11pm.
Housed in an old sandstone mansion, spectacularly renovated with glass, steel and a long open
kitchen, this branch of the renowned restaurant
chain combines fresh and nutritious Japanese food
with an elegant setting, helpful, friendly service
and great value for money.
Caf/Bar/Restaurant
Bastione
6, Athinas Ave. (22730025) Open Daily
11am-2am.
Depending on the time of year, you can eat and
drink at this Time Out Eating Award winner under
the sycamores or in the impressive designer
interior.Chef of the Year 2013, Christos Philippou,
creates fabulous Mediterranean dishes with plenty
of Cypriot touches. Great wines and cocktails too.
Reservations essential.
Buono Caf
16C, Archbishop Makarios III Ave. (22466566)
Open Daily 9am-1.30am (kitchen until midnight).
Do it like the locals
Taverna Tavernaki tou Pampou
(See p23.)
New opening D.O.T. (See p25.)
beautiful crowd Bastione
(See p17.) Sabai (See p26.)
Healthy Bites Olives & Burgers Healthy Caf (See p18.)
Fish Pyxida (See p24.)
Formerly Le Café, which was always one of the
most popular cafés in the capital, this remains
an ideal spot for people watching on busy Archbishop Makarios III Avenue. Open all day, every
day, it offers coffee, cocktails and an extensive
international food selection.
Caf La Mode
M&S Department Stores, 90, Acropolis Ave.
(22510788)106, Lemesos Ave. (22871787),
12A, Archbishop Makarios III Ave. (22447272),
33C, Yiannos Kranidiotis Ave., Latsia Open
Mon-Sat 9am-11pm, Sun 11am-12 midnight
(Makarios Ave. branch Sun 9am-12 midnight.
We can’t overstate how good all the branches
are: excellent food, big portions, amazing salads, attentive ser vice and delicious, generous
desserts. Very popular not only Marks & Spencer shoppers but the whole of Nicosia’s café/
shopping society.
Caf Mercedes
51, Ledra St. (22270777)Open Sun-Thu
6pm-2am & Fri-Sat 6pm-3am.
Pasta, meat and fish dishes with an international
and creative twist, plus tasty salads, make this a
very special place. Its cosmopolitan atmosphere,
great music and incredible cocktails are guaranteed to make your night here a unique dining
experience.
FinbarrÕs
52B, Archbishop Makarios III Ave. (22376625)
Open Daily 12 noon-2am (kitchen until 11.30pm).
This long-established, popular venue offers a
huge range of draught beers plus ever ything
from appetizers and finger foods to salads and
international main courses that will more than
satisfy your appetite. Reservations are recommended at weekends.
Nicosia
Nicosia
Akakiko
Nicosia
Wagamama
The islandÕs capital offers everything from gourmet dining to all the
best-known international fast food outlets. The lack of tourism may be
responsible for the strong emphasis on traditional Cypriot cooking but
you will be really spoilt for choice in this regard. Dining in Nicosia is by
no means inferior to the experience in the seaside towns and whether
you opt for a traditional taverna in the suburbs or a hip downtown sushi
joint, thereÕs more than enough to satisfy every palate.
Asian
Akakiko
1, Achaion St., Engomi (77778022)
Open Daily 12 noon-12 midnight.
food’ is how Akakiko describes itself and it’s accurate too. The menu offers a variety of fresh sushi,
sashimi and maki, complemented by delicious hot
dishes. Located nest to the Hilton Park Hotel.
China Spice
26, Pindarou St. (22875875) Open Mon-Fri
12 noon-3pm, 7pm-12 midnight, Sun 7pm-12
midnight.
Now in its eleventh year, China Spice has been
a great success from the start. A contemporary,
minimalist style and modern décor, plus a colourful
aquarium, create an extremely attractive dining
setting. The food and service are excellent and
prices very reasonable.
Chopsticks
87-89, Ledra Street (77777728) Open Daily 12
noon-12 midnight.
Part of the successful Pagoda Group, this res16 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
taurant serves tasty, modern Chinese fast food
dishes that are especially popular at lunchtime
with shoppers in Ledra Street or at the Mall of
Cyprus where it has another branch. Friendly
atmosphere.
Sushi La
27, Pindarou St. Agios Antonios (22375036)
Open Mon-Sat 12 noon-12 midnight, Sun 6pm12 midnight.
In this iconic venue for the fashionable crowd
of Nicosia, with its all-white futuristic design
has a chic ’60s vibe to it, the sushi is good, the
cocktails are excellent and the eclectic music
policy (from Royksopp to Nina Simone) is arguably the best on the island. Branches in Larnaca
and Agia Napa.
Wagamama
16, Themistocles Dervis St. (22870140) Open
Mon-Sat 12 noon-11.30pm, Sun 12 noon-11pm.
Housed in an old sandstone mansion, spectacularly renovated with glass, steel and a long open
kitchen, this branch of the renowned restaurant
chain combines fresh and nutritious Japanese food
with an elegant setting, helpful, friendly service
and great value for money.
Caf/Bar/Restaurant
Bastione
6, Athinas Ave. (22730025) Open Daily
11am-2am.
Depending on the time of year, you can eat and
drink at this Time Out Eating Award winner under
the sycamores or in the impressive designer
interior.Chef of the Year 2013, Christos Philippou,
creates fabulous Mediterranean dishes with plenty
of Cypriot touches. Great wines and cocktails too.
Reservations essential.
Buono Caf
16C, Archbishop Makarios III Ave. (22466566)
Open Daily 9am-1.30am (kitchen until midnight).
Taverna Tavernaki tou Pampou
(See p23.)
New opening D.O.T. (See p25.)
beautiful crowd Bastione
(See p17.) Sabai (See p26.)
Healthy Bites Olives & Burgers Healthy Caf (See p18.)
Fish Pyxida (See p24.)
Formerly Le Café, which was always one of the
most popular cafés in the capital, this remains
an ideal spot for people watching on busy Archbishop Makarios III Avenue. Open all day, every
day, it offers coffee, cocktails and an extensive
international food selection.
Caf La Mode
M&S Department Stores, 90, Acropolis Ave.
(22510788)106, Lemesos Ave. (22871787),
12A, Archbishop Makarios III Ave. (22447272),
33C, Yiannos Kranidiotis Ave., Latsia Open
Mon-Sat 9am-11pm, Sun 11am-12 midnight
(Makarios Ave. branch Sun 9am-12 midnight.
We can’t overstate how good all the branches
are: excellent food, big portions, amazing salads, attentive ser vice and delicious, generous
desserts. Very popular not only Marks & Spencer shoppers but the whole of Nicosia’s café/
shopping society.
Caf Mercedes
51, Ledra St. (22270777)Open Sun-Thu
6pm-2am & Fri-Sat 6pm-3am.
Pasta, meat and fish dishes with an international
and creative twist, plus tasty salads, make this a
very special place. Its cosmopolitan atmosphere,
great music and incredible cocktails are guaranteed to make your night here a unique dining
experience.
FinbarrÕs
Open Daily 12 noon-2am (kitchen until 11.30pm).
This long-established, popular venue offers a
huge range of draught beers plus ever ything
from appetizers and finger foods to salads and
international main courses that will more than
satisfy your appetite. Reservations are recommended at weekends.
Nicosia
Nicosia
Akakiko
Nicosia
MoondogÕs Bar & Grill
7, Mykinon St. (22251177) Open Daily
10am-2am.
This relative newcomer to the Nicosia dining scene
proclaims that it was created with three things in
mind: great food, great music, great sports. As far
as the former goes, it serves a fabulous variety of
burgers, steaks, pasta dishes and sandwiches and
much more. Great atmosphere too.
Oktana
Bastione See p17.
Limoncello Deli Bar
Agios Antonios Market (70009787) Open Daily
12 noon-12 midnight.
Industrial elements, glass and wood make up the
minimal magnificence of this place inside the
restored market, while the menu will please even
the most difficult of diners. Fresh ingredients,
clever flavour combinations and perfect cooking
make it a special place. The burgers and rib eye
steaks are to die for. Reservations essential.
6, Aristidou St. Old Town (22760099)
Open Daily 10am-2am.
Housed in an attractively restored neoclassical
building in the heart of the old city, it serves a
large variety of drinks and wines, plus light meals,
salads, home-made burgers and crêpes. In the
summer, go straight across the road to Oktana
Gardens and enjoy the choice cocktails in great
surroundings.
Olives & Burgers Healthy Caf
37 D, Prodromos St. (77777447) Open Daily
8am-5pm.
This 2013 Time Out Eating Award winning café is
the place to go when you want to be sure of eating
healthily. Nutritionist Aliki Economidou offers
omega-3 juices and reviving natural smoothies
as well as low-calorie sandwiches and salads with
chia, acai and goji berries are not just healthy but
absolutely delicious.
Nicosia
Karvounomageiremata See p21.
Pi & Phi
61, Aeschylou St. (22263706) Open Tue-Sun
10am-1am. Credit No.
Depending on your mood, you can enjoy a coffee
in the morning, a homemade meal for lunch or
drinks in the night at this modern, multi-room
venue in the old city. First-class dishes and a reasonably priced menu, plus a fabulous outdoor area
where you’ll want to chill out for hours, make this
a popular choice.
Plateia 1
1, Philokyprou St., Eleftheria Square
(22675661) Open Daily 8pm-1am.
Make a point of stopping off at this fairly new place
in the capital’s main square, the rustic interior of
which is decorated throughout in earth colours.
It’s worth ordering a rocket salad with chicken and
pine nuts and you must definitely try the homemade 200g burger with Cyprus potatoes. Next
time order one of the fabulous sandwiches.
PlatoÕs
8, Platonos St. Laiki Yitonia (22666552) Open
Daily 8pm-2am (kitchen until midnight).
Plato’s is one of the oldest and best-loved pubs in the
capital, thanks in part to the great selection of beers
to go with its now legendary marinated chicken souvlaki which is served on a wooden platter. Rock and
blues sounds accompany throughout your dining.
Pralina
31, Stasikratous St. (22660491) Open Daily
8.30am-2am (kitchen until midnight).
Famed for ser ving some of the best desserts
in the capital, this café restaurant offers a wide
range of well presented, varied and tasty dishes.
Not many places can boast the kind of buzz that
comes from lively late night, caffeine-fuelled
debate as Pralina can.
Segafredo
5, October 28th St. (77777714) Open Daily
9am-12 midnight.
The place for all ages, all budgets and virtually all
hours, the Nicosia branch of the international café
chain offers a broad range of flavoured coffees,
juices and alcoholic drinks but that’s not all: the
freshly-made salads, succulent burgers and tasty
pizzas are equally tempting.
Sitio
43, Archbishop Makarios III Ave. (22458610)
Open Daily 12 noon-12.30am.
The comfortable sofas in this stylish two-storey
neoclassical building are just what you need
when you’ve had enough of the boutiques
and shoe shops on Archbishop Makarios III
Avenue. It of fers a great choice of hot and
cold drinks, salads, pasta dishes, burgers
and grills.
Nicosia
MoondogÕs Bar & Grill
7, Mykinon St. (22251177) Open Daily
10am-2am.
This relative newcomer to the Nicosia dining scene
proclaims that it was created with three things in
mind: great food, great music, great sports. As far
as the former goes, it serves a fabulous variety of
burgers, steaks, pasta dishes and sandwiches and
much more. Great atmosphere too.
Oktana
Bastione See p17.
Limoncello Deli Bar
Agios Antonios Market (70009787) Open Daily
Industrial elements, glass and wood make up the
minimal magnificence of this place inside the
restored market, while the menu will please even
the most difficult of diners. Fresh ingredients,
clever flavour combinations and perfect cooking
make it a special place. The burgers and rib eye
steaks are to die for. Reservations essential.
6, Aristidou St. Old Town (22760099)
Housed in an attractively restored neoclassical
building in the heart of the old city, it serves a
large variety of drinks and wines, plus light meals,
salads, home-made burgers and crêpes. In the
summer, go straight across the road to Oktana
Gardens and enjoy the choice cocktails in great
surroundings.
37 D, Prodromos St. (77777447) Open Daily
8am-5pm.
This 2013 Time Out Eating Award winning café is
the place to go when you want to be sure of eating
healthily. Nutritionist Aliki Economidou offers
omega-3 juices and reviving natural smoothies
as well as low-calorie sandwiches and salads with
chia, acai and goji berries are not just healthy but
absolutely delicious.
Nicosia
Karvounomageiremata See p21.
Pi & Phi
61, Aeschylou St. (22263706) Open Tue-Sun
10am-1am. Credit No.
Depending on your mood, you can enjoy a coffee
in the morning, a homemade meal for lunch or
drinks in the night at this modern, multi-room
venue in the old city. First-class dishes and a reasonably priced menu, plus a fabulous outdoor area
where you’ll want to chill out for hours, make this
a popular choice.
Plateia 1
1, Philokyprou St., Eleftheria Square
(22675661) Open Daily 8pm-1am.
Make a point of stopping off at this fairly new place
in the capital’s main square, the rustic interior of
which is decorated throughout in earth colours.
It’s worth ordering a rocket salad with chicken and
pine nuts and you must definitely try the homemade 200g burger with Cyprus potatoes. Next
time order one of the fabulous sandwiches.
PlatoÕs
8, Platonos St. Laiki Yitonia (22666552) Open
Daily 8pm-2am (kitchen until midnight).
Plato’s is one of the oldest and best-loved pubs in the
capital, thanks in part to the great selection of beers
to go with its now legendary marinated chicken souvlaki which is served on a wooden platter. Rock and
blues sounds accompany throughout your dining.
Pralina
31, Stasikratous St. (22660491) Open Daily
8.30am-2am (kitchen until midnight).
Famed for ser ving some of the best desserts
in the capital, this café restaurant offers a wide
range of well presented, varied and tasty dishes.
Not many places can boast the kind of buzz that
comes from lively late night, caffeine-fuelled
debate as Pralina can.
Segafredo
5, October 28th St. (77777714) Open Daily
9am-12 midnight.
The place for all ages, all budgets and virtually all
hours, the Nicosia branch of the international café
chain offers a broad range of flavoured coffees,
juices and alcoholic drinks but that’s not all: the
freshly-made salads, succulent burgers and tasty
pizzas are equally tempting.
Sitio
Open Daily 12 noon-12.30am.
The comfortable sofas in this stylish two-storey
neoclassical building are just what you need
when you’ve had enough of the boutiques
and shoe shops on Archbishop Makarios III
Avenue. It of fers a great choice of hot and
cold drinks, salads, pasta dishes, burgers
and grills.
Chytron Gefseis
11, Chytron St. (22261261) Open Mon-Thu
lunch & Fri-Sun lunch & dinner.
Reminiscent of a Greek island tavern, thanks to the
white-dominated décor it serves superb legumes
and grilled dishes which are a house speciality.
Reservations are essential at the weekend because
the 20-dish meze and live music are guaranteed
to attract a large local clientele.
Daliou Mills
41, Archbishop Makarios III Ave., Dali (22521308)
Open Daily 6pm-11.30pm, Sun 12 noon-3pm.
One of the oldest tavernas around, specializing in the
local meze, from which you must try the macaroni
with halloumi, the spinach in fresh tomato sauce
and the grilled dishes that arrive towards the end
on a large platter. It requires a short drive out of
town to Dali but it’s worth the effort.
Dia Heiros Perikli
Dia Heiros Perikli
20, Kyriakou Matsi Ave., Nicosia (22676707)
Open Sun-Thu 6pm-1am & Fri-Sat 6pm-2am.
Having begun in 2006 as a well-appointed wine
cellar/store, it was transformed a couple of years
ago into an elegant wine & tapas bar. Tr y the
Gazpacho, the fabulous halloumi croquettes with
a pomegranate coulis or the salmon, all of which
you will love. Wine by the glass or bottle. Winner
of the 2013 Time Out Eating Award in the Fresh
Idea category for its originality regarding wine.
Cypriot/Greek
Achillion
Corner of Agii Omologites Ave. & Kanaris St.
(22668532) Open Daily 10am-12 midnight.
Credit No.
It was once a traditional coffee shop; it has since been
tastefully refurbished as a meze restaurant in the old
Agii Omologites neighbourhood with a backdrop of
a famous old plane tree. The classic Cypriot meze is
guaranteed to make you want to return.
Aigaio
Ellinikes Diadromes
22, Aglandjia Ave. (22330701) Open Mon-Sat
7pm-1am (kitchen until 11.30 pm).
This r ustic-style place is ver y popular with
Cypriots, especially on a Saturday night, so
booking ahead is advisable. It ser ves wonderfully tasty Greek meze dishes, which are not the
same as those making up the traditional Cypriot
counterpart.
Garden of Chrysaliniotissa
Athina Avenue (22343447) Open Daily 5pm12 midnight.
Undoubtedly one of the most attractive venues
in the capital, it’s perfect in summer for enjoying an ice-cold beer followed by a meze or your
choice from the à la carte menu. It’s best not to
go without a reservation as it is very popular and
extremely busy.
40, Ektoros St. Old Town (22433297) Open
Mon-Sat 7.30pm-1am. Credit MC, V.
For over a quarter of a century this all-time classic
taverna has been serving the very best Greek and
Cypriot dishes It may be somewhat pricier than
other tavernas in the capital but the atmosphere in
the open-air courtyard and the long wine list more
than compensate. Reservations essential.
Gerakina
Ais Giorkis
4, Archbishop Makarios III Ave., Tseri Village
(22384884) Open Daily 7.30pm-10.30pm
(kitchen).
You’ll need to take a short drive to Tseri but you
won’t regret it once you’ve started the 25-dish
meze. Highlights include the marinated chicken
kebab and quail. You can also try the bacon infused
with wine. Make sure you leave some room for the
bourekia (sweet cheese pastries) at the end.
3, Agiou Georgiou St., Kakopetria (22923600)
Open Daily 9am-12 midnight.
If you decide to take a drive to one of the mountain
villages in the Nicosia district, Kakopetria is an
excellent choice. While there, you should visit this
little tavern where you can enjoy a 20-dish meze with
Cypriot and Cretan flavours. Before you leave for
more sightseeing, don’t miss the desserts.
Onasagorou St. (22668282) Open Daily 10am12 midnight.
A traditionally-decorated tavern offering live music
Fri-Sat. For lunch there are popular Cypriot dishes
of pulses or grills while the value-for-money 27-dish
meze will take care of your whole evening.
(I) Gonia tou Anastasi
GrecoÕs Nest
GrecoÕs Nest
4-6, Themistocles Dervis St. (99686090) Open
Tue-Fri 7.30pm-11.30pm, Sat 12 noon-11.30pm,
Sun 12 noon-5pm.
Serving Greek-Mediterranean cuisine with strong
Cretan influences, this restaurant has a menu
created and overseen by celebrity Greek chef
Dimitris Skarmoutsos. There’s a rich variety of
starters, including lots of Greek cheeses, and the
salads and grills are especially good.
Karpasia
popular Greek meze taverna and a great spot to
enjoy tasty Greek dishes and traditional desserts.
Live Greek music every night.
(I) Koumparoi
43, Elias Papakyriakou St. Makedonitissa
(22351070) Open Daily 7pm-12 midnight.
This stylish Cypriot taverna is the place for a small
or large meze, depending on the extent of your
appetite. Both contain a wonderful mixture of
cooked vegetable and grilled meat dishes.
2, Agiou Georgiou St. (22499040) Open Daily
1.30pm-2am.
Located among the narrow streets of the old part
of Strovolos, this picturesque tavern provides great
food and drinks as well as live music every Friday
in the main room while in the smaller space you
can order a combination meze platter of tasty and
spicy Cypriot and Lebanese dishes.
Leventis
Karvounomageiremata
Loukoullos
154, Ledra St. (77777729) Open Daily 12
noon-12 midnight.
Located on what has once again become the
capital’s most popular street, it is an authentic
place serving a large variety of Cypriot and Greek
dishes with delicious starters and meze dishes as
well as tasty chargrilled main courses, including
an enormous pork chop.
KathÕ Odon
62D, Ledra St. (22661656) Open Daily 9am-11.45pm.
Located in a picturesque corner of the old town
at the end of Ledra Street, this is a very good and
4, Tagmatarchi Demetri Pouliou St. Agios Andreas (22773201) Open Mon-Sat 7pm-11pm.
The winner a Time Out Eating Award in 2010 &
2013 is a traditional meze taverna specializing in
souvlaki (kebab). If you decide to go for the full
18-dish meze, prepare for a 2-hour feast including
grills and seasonal flavours.
Cleopatra Hotel, 8, Florinis St. (22844000)
Open Mon-Sat 7pm-12 midnight.
Dine on a succulent Greek meze or make your own
selection from 75 dishes including souvlaki, kontosouvli, saganaki and fresh lobster. There’s Greek wine too
plus live Greek music every Wed, Fri and Sat.
(I) Mageirisses
110, Archbishop Makarios III Ave., Lakatamia
(22381822) Open Tue-Sat 8pm-11pm & Sun
lunch (Cypriot menu).
In the kitchen of this tastefully decorated, welcoming
and particularly high quality restaurant, two sisters
Nicosia
Nicosia
Vino Cultura Wine & Tapas Bar
Corner of 1, Zenon Kitieos St. & Prodromos St.
(22669666) Open 12 noon- 12 midnight.
The name means “By the hand of Pericles” and
in this case it’s the award-winning chef, patissier
and owner Pericles Rousounides who is here to
offer exquisite Greek and Cypriot cuisine that
you won’t forget in a long time for all the right
reasons. The menu changes frequently but the
desserts are always divine.
Chytron Gefseis
11, Chytron St. (22261261) Open Mon-Thu
lunch & Fri-Sun lunch & dinner.
Reminiscent of a Greek island tavern, thanks to the
white-dominated décor it serves superb legumes
and grilled dishes which are a house speciality.
Reservations are essential at the weekend because
the 20-dish meze and live music are guaranteed
to attract a large local clientele.
Daliou Mills
41, Archbishop Makarios III Ave., Dali (22521308)
Open Daily 6pm-11.30pm, Sun 12 noon-3pm.
One of the oldest tavernas around, specializing in the
local meze, from which you must try the macaroni
with halloumi, the spinach in fresh tomato sauce
and the grilled dishes that arrive towards the end
on a large platter. It requires a short drive out of
town to Dali but it’s worth the effort.
Dia Heiros Perikli
Dia Heiros Perikli
20, Kyriakou Matsi Ave., Nicosia (22676707)
Open Sun-Thu 6pm-1am & Fri-Sat 6pm-2am.
Having begun in 2006 as a well-appointed wine
cellar/store, it was transformed a couple of years
ago into an elegant wine & tapas bar. Tr y the
Gazpacho, the fabulous halloumi croquettes with
a pomegranate coulis or the salmon, all of which
you will love. Wine by the glass or bottle. Winner
of the 2013 Time Out Eating Award in the Fresh
Idea category for its originality regarding wine.
Cypriot/Greek
Achillion
Corner of Agii Omologites Ave. & Kanaris St.
Credit No.
It was once a traditional coffee shop; it has since been
tastefully refurbished as a meze restaurant in the old
Agii Omologites neighbourhood with a backdrop of
a famous old plane tree. The classic Cypriot meze is
guaranteed to make you want to return.
Aigaio
Ellinikes Diadromes
22, Aglandjia Ave. (22330701) Open Mon-Sat
7pm-1am (kitchen until 11.30 pm).
This r ustic-style place is ver y popular with
Cypriots, especially on a Saturday night, so
booking ahead is advisable. It ser ves wonderfully tasty Greek meze dishes, which are not the
same as those making up the traditional Cypriot
counterpart.
Garden of Chrysaliniotissa
Athina Avenue (22343447) Open Daily 5pm12 midnight.
Undoubtedly one of the most attractive venues
in the capital, it’s perfect in summer for enjoying an ice-cold beer followed by a meze or your
choice from the à la carte menu. It’s best not to
go without a reservation as it is very popular and
extremely busy.
40, Ektoros St. Old Town (22433297) Open
Mon-Sat 7.30pm-1am. Credit MC, V.
For over a quarter of a century this all-time classic
taverna has been serving the very best Greek and
Cypriot dishes It may be somewhat pricier than
other tavernas in the capital but the atmosphere in
the open-air courtyard and the long wine list more
than compensate. Reservations essential.
Gerakina
Ais Giorkis
4, Archbishop Makarios III Ave., Tseri Village
(22384884) Open Daily 7.30pm-10.30pm
(kitchen).
You’ll need to take a short drive to Tseri but you
won’t regret it once you’ve started the 25-dish
meze. Highlights include the marinated chicken
kebab and quail. You can also try the bacon infused
with wine. Make sure you leave some room for the
bourekia (sweet cheese pastries) at the end.
3, Agiou Georgiou St., Kakopetria (22923600)
If you decide to take a drive to one of the mountain
villages in the Nicosia district, Kakopetria is an
excellent choice. While there, you should visit this
little tavern where you can enjoy a 20-dish meze with
Cypriot and Cretan flavours. Before you leave for
more sightseeing, don’t miss the desserts.
Onasagorou St. (22668282) Open Daily 10am12 midnight.
A traditionally-decorated tavern offering live music
Fri-Sat. For lunch there are popular Cypriot dishes
of pulses or grills while the value-for-money 27-dish
meze will take care of your whole evening.
(I) Gonia tou Anastasi
GrecoÕs Nest
GrecoÕs Nest
4-6, Themistocles Dervis St. (99686090) Open
Tue-Fri 7.30pm-11.30pm, Sat 12 noon-11.30pm,
Sun 12 noon-5pm.
Serving Greek-Mediterranean cuisine with strong
Cretan influences, this restaurant has a menu
created and overseen by celebrity Greek chef
Dimitris Skarmoutsos. There’s a rich variety of
starters, including lots of Greek cheeses, and the
salads and grills are especially good.
Karpasia
popular Greek meze taverna and a great spot to
enjoy tasty Greek dishes and traditional desserts.
Live Greek music every night.
(I) Koumparoi
43, Elias Papakyriakou St. Makedonitissa
This stylish Cypriot taverna is the place for a small
or large meze, depending on the extent of your
appetite. Both contain a wonderful mixture of
cooked vegetable and grilled meat dishes.
2, Agiou Georgiou St. (22499040) Open Daily
1.30pm-2am.
Located among the narrow streets of the old part
of Strovolos, this picturesque tavern provides great
food and drinks as well as live music every Friday
in the main room while in the smaller space you
can order a combination meze platter of tasty and
spicy Cypriot and Lebanese dishes.
Leventis
Karvounomageiremata
Loukoullos
154, Ledra St. (77777729) Open Daily 12
noon-12 midnight.
Located on what has once again become the
capital’s most popular street, it is an authentic
place serving a large variety of Cypriot and Greek
dishes with delicious starters and meze dishes as
well as tasty chargrilled main courses, including
an enormous pork chop.
KathÕ Odon
62D, Ledra St. (22661656) Open Daily 9am-11.45pm.
Located in a picturesque corner of the old town
at the end of Ledra Street, this is a very good and
4, Tagmatarchi Demetri Pouliou St. Agios Andreas (22773201) Open Mon-Sat 7pm-11pm.
The winner a Time Out Eating Award in 2010 &
2013 is a traditional meze taverna specializing in
souvlaki (kebab). If you decide to go for the full
18-dish meze, prepare for a 2-hour feast including
grills and seasonal flavours.
Cleopatra Hotel, 8, Florinis St. (22844000)
Open Mon-Sat 7pm-12 midnight.
Dine on a succulent Greek meze or make your own
selection from 75 dishes including souvlaki, kontosouvli, saganaki and fresh lobster. There’s Greek wine too
plus live Greek music every Wed, Fri and Sat.
(I) Mageirisses
(22381822) Open Tue-Sat 8pm-11pm & Sun
lunch (Cypriot menu).
In the kitchen of this tastefully decorated, welcoming
and particularly high quality restaurant, two sisters
Nicosia
Nicosia
Corner of 1, Zenon Kitieos St. & Prodromos St.
(22669666) Open 12 noon- 12 midnight.
The name means “By the hand of Pericles” and
in this case it’s the award-winning chef, patissier
and owner Pericles Rousounides who is here to
offer exquisite Greek and Cypriot cuisine that
you won’t forget in a long time for all the right
reasons. The menu changes frequently but the
desserts are always divine.
Souxou Mouxou Mantalakia
47, Onasagoras St. Old Town (22666600)
Open Mon- Sat 12.30pm-3pm, 8pm-11pm &
Sun 12.30pm-4pm.
Take a seat, order a meze and you’ll be served a stream
of Greek dishes made with loving care, many of which
are rarely found elsewhere. One of the best tavernastyle restaurants in Cyprus, it has an atmosphere
that immediately says ‘Greece’. The fish dishes alone
are worth visiting for. Reservations are a must since
plenty of people know about this place.
Stavros tis Asinou
Church of the Virgin Mary (Panagia tis Asinou), (22852000, 22852500, 99352500) Open
Daily 9.30am-6pm.
This is out of town but if you visit the UNESCO
World Heritage-listed Church of the Virgin Mary
(Panagia tis Asinou) – and you should – you should
definitely prolong your visit to enjoy a meal here.
It serves excellent traditional dishes based on
unique Cypriot recipes.
67-69, Phaneromeni St. Old Town (22675757)
Open Mon-Sat 7pm-12pm.
With tables lining the pedestrianised street leading
to the Church of Phaneromeni in the summer,
this lively place is invariably packed with local
residents who know all about its good food,
especially the meze. The picturesque surroundings add to the diving experience. Booking is
essential at weekends.
Stoa tou Demetri
Tavernaki tou Pambou
lovingly prepare good home-style Cypriot cuisine. On
Sundays it is especially popular with local residents who
go for the succulent souvla (spit roast lamb or pork)
Mattheos
28th October Square, Old Town (22755846)
Open Mon-Sat 5am-4pm. Credit MC, V.
Located near the Church of Phaneromeni, this
tiny, family-owned restaurant is an oasis of calm
in the buzzing old city. It offers a daily menu of
traditional home-style meat and vegetable dishes.
In summer sit outside for a real treat.
Mezes kai Sychorio
18, Doiranis St., Engomi (22593009)
Open Wed-Sat 8pm-11pm.
The view from the first floor of the capital by night
is especially attractive and so is the endless parade
of Cypriot and other meze dishes prepared by the
team if chefs at this music tavern. So enjoy the
cooking but put on your dancing shoes too.
Mezostrati
Eirini Building, 31, Evagorou Ave. (22662727)
Open Daily 12 noon-11pm.
Tradition meets today at this cosmopolitan
taverna in the heart of the capital. Order a meze
or choose a hot appetizer followed one of the
special grilled dishes or a selection of seasonal
items. Reservations are essential.
Orpheas
5, Athina Ave., Aglandjia (22337788)
Open Daily 5.30pm-11pm.
For grilled dishes and more, you can’t go wrong
with this award-winning taverna. The constant
stream of customers asking for souvlaki, spicy
sausages and ribs is a good indicator of its popularity, which means that booking is essential if
you want to join them.
Ousies & Oinopnevmata
38C-D, Metochiou St. Engomi (22777787)Open
Tue-Sun 7pm-11pm. Credit AmEx, MC, V.
Traditional food with a modern twist is the speciality here. Enjoy a Cypriot meze in impressive
surroundings where the tastes and flavours of
yesterday meet today’s gastronomy. Great quality, quantity, prices, ser vice and atmosphere.
Definitely special.
Siantris
38, Pericleous St. Old Town (22671549) Open
Mon 12 noon-4pm, Tue 12 noon-11pm, Sat 12
noon-4pm. Credit No.
Open as a cookhouse for lunch and a taverna for
dinner, it serves traditional fresh, seasonal food
such as pulses, casseroles and oven-cooked lamb
as well as traditional desserts including spoon
sweets and a delicious custard-filled filo pastry.
Booking recommended.
28 E, Dighenis Akritas Ave. (22343030)
Open Daily 12 noon-4pm. Credit No.
Next year, this unassuming eatery in the middle
of the city will be celebrating its 30th anniversary,
which says a lot for the quality and style of his cooking. Very popular with people from all walks of life
who want to have a traditional Cypriot lunch of their
favourite legumes or roast lamb and potatoes.
Stou Kyriakou
5, Paleologou St. Strovolos (22497539) Open
Mon-Sat 7.30pm-11pm. Credit DC, MC, V.
This taverna serves good meze dishes including
pork tandoori souvlaki, beef liver, marinated
chicken, scrambled eggs with zucchini, village
sausages, and pork tenderloin in wine sauce.
Don’t miss the bourekia (sweet cheese pastries)
for dessert.
35, Achaion St. Agios Andreas (22781083)
Open Mon-Sat 12 noon-3.30pm, 7.30pm-11pm.
This little tavern won a Time Out Eating Award in
2010, thanks to the hearty meze comprising some
22 dishes and also for its local specialities such as
the local cold cut lountza (smoked pork loin). If
you’re more adventurous, you’ll also want to try
the snails and various game dishes.
Theodosis
36, Archbishop Makarios III Ave., Deftera
(22621537) Open Daily 7.30pm-late. Credit No.
Much of Theodosis’ excellent reputation rests on
his incomparable roast lamb but the meze served
Tzizi Mizi
here is also exceptional. Sit in the cool green garden and watch as the table begins to creak under
the weight of traditional dishes such as stuffed vine
leaves, pilaf and snails in tomato sauce.
Tsipouradiko sti Stoa
Old Town Hall Square (22875827/www.emporikistoa.com) Open Daily 12 noon-3pm & 7pm12 midnight (Closed Mon evening). Credit V.
Expertly-cooked Greek meze dishes (over 40
to choose from) are served daily in this nicely
decorated place which has also attracted a loyal
following for its live Greek music.
Tzizi Mizi
(22373444) Open Daily 6.30pm-11pm.
In this little tavern with traditional wicker chairs
and checked tablecloths you’ll learn all about
Greek and Cypriot meze dishes, most of which
are grilled. In addition to the ‘heavy artillery’ of
meat dishes, there are plenty more to savour, plus
bouzouki music guaranteed to get you dancing
with the locals.
Vasiliki
28A, Dighenis Akritas St. (22349803)
Open Mon-Sat 12 noon-4pm.
You’ll have to look carefully to find this place
in a small arcade behind the Agios Antonios
municipal market but the traditional, homemade
food certainly makes the search for it worthwhile
as does its simplicity, cleanliness and excellent
organisation. Open for lunch only.
Nicosia
Nicosia
(To) Steki tis Loxandras
Souxou Mouxou Mantalakia
47, Onasagoras St. Old Town (22666600)
Open Mon- Sat 12.30pm-3pm, 8pm-11pm &
Sun 12.30pm-4pm.
Take a seat, order a meze and you’ll be served a stream
of Greek dishes made with loving care, many of which
are rarely found elsewhere. One of the best tavernastyle restaurants in Cyprus, it has an atmosphere
that immediately says ‘Greece’. The fish dishes alone
are worth visiting for. Reservations are a must since
plenty of people know about this place.
Stavros tis Asinou
Church of the Virgin Mary (Panagia tis Asinou), (22852000, 22852500, 99352500) Open
Daily 9.30am-6pm.
This is out of town but if you visit the UNESCO
World Heritage-listed Church of the Virgin Mary
(Panagia tis Asinou) – and you should – you should
definitely prolong your visit to enjoy a meal here.
It serves excellent traditional dishes based on
unique Cypriot recipes.
67-69, Phaneromeni St. Old Town (22675757)
With tables lining the pedestrianised street leading
to the Church of Phaneromeni in the summer,
this lively place is invariably packed with local
residents who know all about its good food,
especially the meze. The picturesque surroundings add to the diving experience. Booking is
essential at weekends.
Stoa tou Demetri
lovingly prepare good home-style Cypriot cuisine. On
Sundays it is especially popular with local residents who
go for the succulent souvla (spit roast lamb or pork)
Mattheos
28th October Square, Old Town (22755846)
Open Mon-Sat 5am-4pm. Credit MC, V.
Located near the Church of Phaneromeni, this
tiny, family-owned restaurant is an oasis of calm
in the buzzing old city. It offers a daily menu of
traditional home-style meat and vegetable dishes.
In summer sit outside for a real treat.
Mezes kai Sychorio
18, Doiranis St., Engomi (22593009)
Open Wed-Sat 8pm-11pm.
The view from the first floor of the capital by night
is especially attractive and so is the endless parade
of Cypriot and other meze dishes prepared by the
team if chefs at this music tavern. So enjoy the
cooking but put on your dancing shoes too.
Mezostrati
Eirini Building, 31, Evagorou Ave. (22662727)
Tradition meets today at this cosmopolitan
taverna in the heart of the capital. Order a meze
or choose a hot appetizer followed one of the
special grilled dishes or a selection of seasonal
items. Reservations are essential.
Orpheas
5, Athina Ave., Aglandjia (22337788)
For grilled dishes and more, you can’t go wrong
with this award-winning taverna. The constant
stream of customers asking for souvlaki, spicy
sausages and ribs is a good indicator of its popularity, which means that booking is essential if
you want to join them.
Ousies & Oinopnevmata
38C-D, Metochiou St. Engomi (22777787)Open
Tue-Sun 7pm-11pm. Credit AmEx, MC, V.
Traditional food with a modern twist is the speciality here. Enjoy a Cypriot meze in impressive
surroundings where the tastes and flavours of
yesterday meet today’s gastronomy. Great quality, quantity, prices, ser vice and atmosphere.
Definitely special.
Siantris
38, Pericleous St. Old Town (22671549) Open
Mon 12 noon-4pm, Tue 12 noon-11pm, Sat 12
noon-4pm. Credit No.
Open as a cookhouse for lunch and a taverna for
dinner, it serves traditional fresh, seasonal food
such as pulses, casseroles and oven-cooked lamb
as well as traditional desserts including spoon
sweets and a delicious custard-filled filo pastry.
Booking recommended.
28 E, Dighenis Akritas Ave. (22343030)
Open Daily 12 noon-4pm. Credit No.
Next year, this unassuming eatery in the middle
of the city will be celebrating its 30th anniversary,
which says a lot for the quality and style of his cooking. Very popular with people from all walks of life
who want to have a traditional Cypriot lunch of their
favourite legumes or roast lamb and potatoes.
Stou Kyriakou
5, Paleologou St. Strovolos (22497539) Open
Mon-Sat 7.30pm-11pm. Credit DC, MC, V.
This taverna serves good meze dishes including
pork tandoori souvlaki, beef liver, marinated
chicken, scrambled eggs with zucchini, village
sausages, and pork tenderloin in wine sauce.
Don’t miss the bourekia (sweet cheese pastries)
for dessert.
35, Achaion St. Agios Andreas (22781083)
Open Mon-Sat 12 noon-3.30pm, 7.30pm-11pm.
This little tavern won a Time Out Eating Award in
2010, thanks to the hearty meze comprising some
22 dishes and also for its local specialities such as
the local cold cut lountza (smoked pork loin). If
you’re more adventurous, you’ll also want to try
the snails and various game dishes.
Theodosis
36, Archbishop Makarios III Ave., Deftera
(22621537) Open Daily 7.30pm-late. Credit No.
Much of Theodosis’ excellent reputation rests on
his incomparable roast lamb but the meze served
Tzizi Mizi
here is also exceptional. Sit in the cool green garden and watch as the table begins to creak under
the weight of traditional dishes such as stuffed vine
leaves, pilaf and snails in tomato sauce.
Tsipouradiko sti Stoa
Old Town Hall Square (22875827/www.emporikistoa.com) Open Daily 12 noon-3pm & 7pm12 midnight (Closed Mon evening). Credit V.
Expertly-cooked Greek meze dishes (over 40
to choose from) are served daily in this nicely
decorated place which has also attracted a loyal
following for its live Greek music.
Tzizi Mizi
(22373444) Open Daily 6.30pm-11pm.
In this little tavern with traditional wicker chairs
and checked tablecloths you’ll learn all about
Greek and Cypriot meze dishes, most of which
are grilled. In addition to the ‘heavy artillery’ of
meat dishes, there are plenty more to savour, plus
bouzouki music guaranteed to get you dancing
with the locals.
Vasiliki
28A, Dighenis Akritas St. (22349803)
Open Mon-Sat 12 noon-4pm.
You’ll have to look carefully to find this place
in a small arcade behind the Agios Antonios
municipal market but the traditional, homemade
food certainly makes the search for it worthwhile
as does its simplicity, cleanliness and excellent
organisation. Open for lunch only.
Nicosia
Nicosia
(To) Steki tis Loxandras
Zanettos
65, Trikoupis St. Old Town (22765501)
Open Daily 6pm-12 midnight.
This traditional tavern has been going since 1938
and its popularity is underlined by the photos
decorating the walls depicting many of Greece’s
brightest and best stars who have visited. They
have evidently heard about its traditional Cypriot
meze, made with only the finest and freshest ingredients mostly sourced from local Nicosia farmers.
Fish
Family Nest
4, Kerameikou St. Strovolos (22427160)
Open Daily 12 noon-3pm & 7pm-11pm.
For a traditional Cypriot fish meze without having to
go to a seaside town, this is pleasant and hospitable
place which has some top-quality dishes, including
deep-fried red mullet and delicious prawns.
1, Agiou Pavlou St. Agios Andreas (22780937,
22772459) Open Tue-Sun 12.30pm-3.30pm &
7pm-11pm.
Make your selection from the huge refrigerated
display case containing grouper, sea bream, sea
bass, gilthead bream, king prawns, squid, inkfish,
octopus and swordfish and your choice will soon
be brought to your table, cooked to perfection.
Very popular for business lunches.
Mayiopoula
Corner of Diagorou St. & 16A, Panteli Katelari
St. (22665577) Open Daily12 noon-4pm &
7pm-11pm.
At this aristocratic but accessible-to-all restaurant,
you can enjoy fish soup before the main course
of fresh fish that you will choose in advance from
the display cabinet and decide whether you want
it grilled, steamed or fried. The gourmet fusion
dishes are as impressive to taste as they look and
the service is impeccable. The home-made desserts are not to be missed for anything.
Mediterranean Something Fishy
41-43, Klimentos St. (77777758) Open Daily
12 noon-3pm & 6pm-11pm.
Whether you choose to eat in the comfortable
dining room or on the veranda of this simply
decorated place, you’ll taste some delicious grilled
dishes including kebabs, burgers and spicy sausages or a selection of seafood and fish. The
platters are impressive and live music adds to
the experience.
Ocean Basket
15, 1st October St., Agia Napa, Famagusta District (23721703); Constantinos The Great Beach
Hotel, Protaras, Famagusta District (23823606);
8, Athinon Ave. (Phinikoudes Promenade), Larnaca (24665400); My Mall, Shop 169, Zakaki,
Limassol (25392574); George I St., Yermasoyia,
Limassol (25577716); 18, Themistocles Dervis
St., Nicosia (22673777); Avanti Holiday Village
Piazza, Poseidon Ave., Paphos (26961379)
Seafood is only half the story at this three-time
Pyxida
island with a wine cellar to match, this multiple
Time Out Eating Award winner’s cuisine reveals
its French and international influences as well as
fusion elements. The exceptional wine list features
more than 800 labels.
D.O.T.
winner of a Time Out Eating Award in the Readers’ Choice category. Whether you choose fish or
sushi, its value-for-money prices guarantee that
you’ll smile when you get the bill. Since 2008, when
the South African chain opened its first Cyprus
outlet in Paphos, it has become hugely popular
with everyone looking for a fish restaurant that
is special and different
AJÕs
Open Daily 8.30am-1am.
The well-appointed veranda with its comfortable
couches is the perfect place to enjoy quality coffees,
tasty snacks, generous salads and platters to share
as well as some inspired main courses by the Greek
chef who has worked extensively in France.
Paragadi
3, Niovis St. (22491310) Open Daily 12 noon4pm & 7pm-12 midnight.
Great customer service which starts before you
have opened the menu as the manager helps
you select the freshest fish available while an
assortment of starters appears at your table.
For dessert, the spoon sweets are wonderful.
Booking is advisable.
Pyxida
5, Menandrou St. (22445636) Open Daily
12.30pm-3pm, 7.30pm-11pm.
The restaurant celebrates its 10th anniversary this
year and its success is partly to do with the superb
19-dish fish meze but also for its other seafood and
fish dishes and reasonable prices. You will definitely
want to return. Booking is essential.
(To) Periyiali stin Poli
7, Kefallinias St., Acropolis/Strovolos (22490007)
Open Mon-Sun 12.00-15.00, 19.30-23.30.
This attractively decorated Time Out Eating
Award winner guarantees fresh fish and attentive
service. A traditional fish tavern, it started up at
Latchi, Paphos many years ago before opening
this popular sister restaurant in the capital..
Chateau Status
AJÕs
Psarotaverna O Philippos
7, Tseri Ave. (22314020) Open Mon-Sat
7.30pm-11pm.
There is no menu here: what is available is always
the catch of the day so some nights the choice can
be quite limited! The seating area alone in this familyrun fish tavern, which has one of the best traditional
courtyards in Nicosia, is worth the visit.
International
1900 Oinou Melathron Bistrot
11-13 Pasikratous St. Eleftheria Square
(22667668) Open Mon-Sat 6pm-12 midnight.
As one of the few excellent restaurants on the
12, Markou Drakou St. Ledra Palace
(77771167) www.phokion.com Open Daily
11am-2am
Located just a stone’s throw away from the Ledra
Palace Green Line checkpoint, this multifunctional bar and restaurant complex, whose décor
resembles that of a glammed-up rustic Greek
tavern, offers fusion cuisine from around the
globe. Extremely popular with VIPs, artists and
others
Domus Lounge Bar and Restaurant
5, Korae St. (22433722) Open Daily 8.30pm-2am (kitchen until 11.30pm).
An award-winning, chic fine dining restaurant that
turns into a trendy chillout lounge after midnight,
Domus offers modern international style cuisine
and friendly first-class service. Very popular with
those who want to ‘see and be seen’. Reservations
are essential.
D.O.T
6A, Athinas St. (22101228) Open Tue-Sun
7pm-11pm, Sat-Sun 11am-2pm.
Nicosia
Nicosia
(To) Latsi
Zanettos
65, Trikoupis St. Old Town (22765501)
This traditional tavern has been going since 1938
and its popularity is underlined by the photos
decorating the walls depicting many of Greece’s
brightest and best stars who have visited. They
have evidently heard about its traditional Cypriot
meze, made with only the finest and freshest ingredients mostly sourced from local Nicosia farmers.
Fish
Family Nest
4, Kerameikou St. Strovolos (22427160)
For a traditional Cypriot fish meze without having to
go to a seaside town, this is pleasant and hospitable
place which has some top-quality dishes, including
deep-fried red mullet and delicious prawns.
1, Agiou Pavlou St. Agios Andreas (22780937,
22772459) Open Tue-Sun 12.30pm-3.30pm &
7pm-11pm.
Make your selection from the huge refrigerated
display case containing grouper, sea bream, sea
bass, gilthead bream, king prawns, squid, inkfish,
octopus and swordfish and your choice will soon
be brought to your table, cooked to perfection.
Very popular for business lunches.
Mayiopoula
Corner of Diagorou St. & 16A, Panteli Katelari
St. (22665577) Open Daily12 noon-4pm &
7pm-11pm.
At this aristocratic but accessible-to-all restaurant,
you can enjoy fish soup before the main course
of fresh fish that you will choose in advance from
the display cabinet and decide whether you want
it grilled, steamed or fried. The gourmet fusion
dishes are as impressive to taste as they look and
the service is impeccable. The home-made desserts are not to be missed for anything.
41-43, Klimentos St. (77777758) Open Daily
12 noon-3pm & 6pm-11pm.
Whether you choose to eat in the comfortable
dining room or on the veranda of this simply
decorated place, you’ll taste some delicious grilled
dishes including kebabs, burgers and spicy sausages or a selection of seafood and fish. The
platters are impressive and live music adds to
the experience.
Ocean Basket
15, 1st October St., Agia Napa, Famagusta District (23721703); Constantinos The Great Beach
Hotel, Protaras, Famagusta District (23823606);
8, Athinon Ave. (Phinikoudes Promenade), Larnaca (24665400); My Mall, Shop 169, Zakaki,
Limassol (25392574); George I St., Yermasoyia,
Limassol (25577716); 18, Themistocles Dervis
St., Nicosia (22673777); Avanti Holiday Village
Piazza, Poseidon Ave., Paphos (26961379)
Seafood is only half the story at this three-time
Pyxida
island with a wine cellar to match, this multiple
Time Out Eating Award winner’s cuisine reveals
its French and international influences as well as
fusion elements. The exceptional wine list features
more than 800 labels.
D.O.T.
winner of a Time Out Eating Award in the Readers’ Choice category. Whether you choose fish or
sushi, its value-for-money prices guarantee that
you’ll smile when you get the bill. Since 2008, when
the South African chain opened its first Cyprus
outlet in Paphos, it has become hugely popular
with everyone looking for a fish restaurant that
is special and different
AJÕs
Open Daily 8.30am-1am.
The well-appointed veranda with its comfortable
couches is the perfect place to enjoy quality coffees,
tasty snacks, generous salads and platters to share
as well as some inspired main courses by the Greek
chef who has worked extensively in France.
Paragadi
3, Niovis St. (22491310) Open Daily 12 noon4pm & 7pm-12 midnight.
Great customer service which starts before you
have opened the menu as the manager helps
you select the freshest fish available while an
assortment of starters appears at your table.
For dessert, the spoon sweets are wonderful.
Booking is advisable.
Pyxida
5, Menandrou St. (22445636) Open Daily
12.30pm-3pm, 7.30pm-11pm.
The restaurant celebrates its 10th anniversary this
year and its success is partly to do with the superb
19-dish fish meze but also for its other seafood and
fish dishes and reasonable prices. You will definitely
want to return. Booking is essential.
(To) Periyiali stin Poli
7, Kefallinias St., Acropolis/Strovolos (22490007)
Open Mon-Sun 12.00-15.00, 19.30-23.30.
This attractively decorated Time Out Eating
Award winner guarantees fresh fish and attentive
service. A traditional fish tavern, it started up at
Latchi, Paphos many years ago before opening
this popular sister restaurant in the capital..
Chateau Status
AJÕs
Psarotaverna O Philippos
7, Tseri Ave. (22314020) Open Mon-Sat
7.30pm-11pm.
There is no menu here: what is available is always
the catch of the day so some nights the choice can
be quite limited! The seating area alone in this familyrun fish tavern, which has one of the best traditional
courtyards in Nicosia, is worth the visit.
International
1900 Oinou Melathron Bistrot
11-13 Pasikratous St. Eleftheria Square
As one of the few excellent restaurants on the
12, Markou Drakou St. Ledra Palace
(77771167) www.phokion.com Open Daily
11am-2am
Located just a stone’s throw away from the Ledra
Palace Green Line checkpoint, this multifunctional bar and restaurant complex, whose décor
resembles that of a glammed-up rustic Greek
tavern, offers fusion cuisine from around the
globe. Extremely popular with VIPs, artists and
others
Domus Lounge Bar and Restaurant
5, Korae St. (22433722) Open Daily 8.30pm-2am (kitchen until 11.30pm).
An award-winning, chic fine dining restaurant that
turns into a trendy chillout lounge after midnight,
Domus offers modern international style cuisine
and friendly first-class service. Very popular with
those who want to ‘see and be seen’. Reservations
are essential.
D.O.T
6A, Athinas St. (22101228) Open Tue-Sun
7pm-11pm, Sat-Sun 11am-2pm.
Nicosia
Nicosia
(To) Latsi
with soul and blues nights (Fri) and international
hits (Sat). Special events for children Sat-Sun.
Tavolino
35, Onasagorou St. (22663199) Open Daily 12
noon-3pm & 7pm-11pm (Closed Mon lunch).
The authentic Italian pasta dishes risottos, salads
and wood-fired oven pizzas will make you feel as
if you are in Rome or Milan. Tavolino prides itself
on using only fresh ingredients imported directly
from Italy. Very reasonable prices.
Tutto Il Giorno Romantica
13, Evagoras Pallikarides St. Lykavitos
(22377276) Open Daily 12 noon-12 midnight.
Following a major facelift, one of the oldest
restaurants in the capital has begun a new page
in its long history. At lunchtime you can order
Cypriot and Mediterranean-style dishes while in
the evening you’ll be served quality Italian food
with style and character. The tiramisu and the
lemon mousse are must-have desserts.
A former workshop has been transformed into a
chic space with a retro feel and designer touches
in every corner and it’s where talented Greek chef
Komninos Kousieras will amaze you with dishes
such as Moroccan aubergine salad, chicken yakitori
and a divine juicy burger in Jack Daniel’s sauce. The
signature cheesecake and lava cake are a must.
48, Larnaca Ave. (22334959) Open Daily 12
noon-11pm.
There’s a New York feel about this place which will
get you excited about its starters such as cheesy
chips, chicken wings and tasty quesadillas. Try a
thick, juicy burger with mashed Cyprus potatoes
or freshly-cut salad. You’ll love the apple pie and
the brownies.
No Reservations
16, Stasinou Ave., Nicosia (22376584) Open
Tue-Sun 6pm-12 midnight.
Inspiration meets talent in the kitchen of No Reservations, which won the 2013 Time Out Eating
Award for Best International Cuisine. Mediterranean
flavours, an Italian temperament and Latin American
marinades make up the minimal menu at this superb
restaurant which comes with an extra element in
the form of a warm Cypriot welcome. Despite the
name, reservations are recommended.
Palia Elektriki
19, Apostolou Varnava St. (22432559) Open
Tue-Sat 11am-2.30pm, 7pm-12 midnight, Sun
11am-3pm.
Palia Elektriki, in the Nicosia Municipal Arts
Centre which is housed in a restored former
Electricity Authority building, is a gorgeous little
place in the heart of the old city. The traditional
Cypriot and international dishes and desserts are
undeniably enticing but the real winner here is the
delightful verdant courtyard – a lovely place for an
evening meal on a balmy summer night.
Prosilio
2, Elia Papakyriakou St. (22350520) Open
Daily 12 noon-4pm & 8pm-1am. Credit AmEx,
MC, V.
Thanks to the quality of both the food and the
Rancho
106. Archbishop Makarios III Ave., Lakatamia
Credit AmEx, MC, V.
Whether you go for the cosy Tex-Mex style décor
indoors or the large dining area with tall palm
trees, willows and a fountain outside, you enjoy
choosing from the large range of chargrilled
menu options. Most people come here for the
classic steak dishes.
Sabai
9, Yiannis Kranidiotis St. (97771912)
Open Daily 9am-2am.
The fabulous décor by two of the best interior
designers around makes this a place you want
to visit before you know how good it is. Try an
avant-garde cocktail at the impressive bar before
finding a high table in front of the lively DJ. The
menu features everything from simple to highly
imaginative starters, salads, pasta, fish and meat
dishes. Reservations recommended.
T.G.I. FridayÕs
12, Diagorou St. (22674411) Open Daily 12
noon-12 midnight.
The Nicosia branch of the worldwide chain serving
American-style hamburgers and steaks maintains
its global style as every dish arrives at your table
with the fanfare that has become the T.G.I. Friday’s
trademark. You must try one of their huge cocktails or non-alcoholic smoothies and leave room
for one of the typically gargantuan desserts.
Italian
Da Paolo
52, Constantine Paleologos St. (22438538)
Cosy and friendly, Da Paolo serves great Italian
pizza and pasta, with the pizzas being cooked in a
Sabai
traditional brick oven. It also has a small al fresco
dining area across the road from the restaurant
overlooking the moat outside Lefkosia’s Venetian
walls for warmer evenings.
Il Bacaro
131 D, Prodromos Ave. (22676969) Open
Daily 10am-4pm, Fri-Sat 7pm-12.30am. Credit
DC, MC, V.
A small Venetian-inspired restaurant with a wonderful lunchtime menu of Italian dishes such as
tortellini with salmon & fennel or gnocchi with
speck and gorgonzola. The evening menu offers
plenty of cicchetti (tapas) of which the best are
the bruschetta with tomato and basil, and the
sautéed cod.
Il Forno
216-218, Ledra St. (22456454) Open Daily
11.30am-11pm.
This small place is always packed restaurant and
with good reason. Excellent Italian dishes include
mouth-watering pastas and yummy pizzas. In
the summer the tables spill out onto busy Ledra
Street. Booking is essential.
Il Forno di JennyÕs
12B, Filokyprou St. (corner of Laiki Geitonia)
(22666643) Open Daily 9am-11pm.
Credit V.
Everything here is cooked in a wood-fired oven.
Rather surprisingly, in addition to fresh and
delicious Italian specialities, you can also order
some superb Lebanese dishes. Good quality food
at remarkably low prices.
Marzano
27, Diagorou (22663240) Open Daily 12 noon12 midnight.
The Pizza Express chain has an upmarket equivalent which offers a variety of gourmet pizzas,
pastas, fresh salads and homemade desserts. Good
food and pleasant surroundings, plus live music
Middle Eastern
Fanous
7C, Solonos St. (22666663) Open Daily 11am12 midnight.
For a one-of-a-kind dining experience plus live entertainment including belly dancing on Saturdays, this
is the place. Located a short walk from Ledra Street,
it serves traditional and modern Lebanese cuisine.
Booking is advisable, especially at weekends.
Golden Beirut
14, Lykourgou St. (22676764) Open Daily
9am-1am. Credit V.
Spicy tastes and generous portions wait you in
this small but welcoming place. It’s the place to
enjoy a hookah while people-watching. Extremely
reasonable prices are an extra attraction.
Mexican
El Torito
39A, Kallipoleos St. Lykavitos (22757340)
Open Tue-Sat 7pm-12 midnight.
Housed in an traditional old Cypriot residence
painted in classic Mexican colours, this cute and
cosy restaurant offers tasty Mexican food in the
heart of Nicosia.
Spanish
Casa Vieja
3, Archangel Michael St. (22673371) Open
Daily 7.30pm-11.30pm. Credit AmEx, Barter
Card, DC, MC, V.
Vieja offers 37 different traditional Spanish tapas
dishes, four types of paella, and a rice dish medley
of seafood, chicken and vegetables served in a
large traditional pan. There are three comfortable dining areas plus a bar with an extensive
cocktail menu. Tr y the sangria or one of the
fruity Spanish wines. Vegetarian and children’s
menus are available.
Nicosia
Nicosia
Goodburger
service, its comfortable rooms and an impressive menu, this special restaurant located in a
pretty spot in the Engomi suburb is now well
established and popular. The buffet is fabulous
and unbelievably good value.
with soul and blues nights (Fri) and international
hits (Sat). Special events for children Sat-Sun.
Tavolino
35, Onasagorou St. (22663199) Open Daily 12
noon-3pm & 7pm-11pm (Closed Mon lunch).
The authentic Italian pasta dishes risottos, salads
and wood-fired oven pizzas will make you feel as
if you are in Rome or Milan. Tavolino prides itself
on using only fresh ingredients imported directly
from Italy. Very reasonable prices.
13, Evagoras Pallikarides St. Lykavitos
Following a major facelift, one of the oldest
restaurants in the capital has begun a new page
in its long history. At lunchtime you can order
Cypriot and Mediterranean-style dishes while in
the evening you’ll be served quality Italian food
with style and character. The tiramisu and the
lemon mousse are must-have desserts.
A former workshop has been transformed into a
chic space with a retro feel and designer touches
in every corner and it’s where talented Greek chef
Komninos Kousieras will amaze you with dishes
such as Moroccan aubergine salad, chicken yakitori
and a divine juicy burger in Jack Daniel’s sauce. The
signature cheesecake and lava cake are a must.
48, Larnaca Ave. (22334959) Open Daily 12
noon-11pm.
There’s a New York feel about this place which will
get you excited about its starters such as cheesy
chips, chicken wings and tasty quesadillas. Try a
thick, juicy burger with mashed Cyprus potatoes
or freshly-cut salad. You’ll love the apple pie and
the brownies.
No Reservations
16, Stasinou Ave., Nicosia (22376584) Open
Tue-Sun 6pm-12 midnight.
Inspiration meets talent in the kitchen of No Reservations, which won the 2013 Time Out Eating
Award for Best International Cuisine. Mediterranean
flavours, an Italian temperament and Latin American
marinades make up the minimal menu at this superb
restaurant which comes with an extra element in
the form of a warm Cypriot welcome. Despite the
name, reservations are recommended.
Palia Elektriki
19, Apostolou Varnava St. (22432559) Open
Tue-Sat 11am-2.30pm, 7pm-12 midnight, Sun
11am-3pm.
Palia Elektriki, in the Nicosia Municipal Arts
Centre which is housed in a restored former
Electricity Authority building, is a gorgeous little
place in the heart of the old city. The traditional
Cypriot and international dishes and desserts are
undeniably enticing but the real winner here is the
delightful verdant courtyard – a lovely place for an
evening meal on a balmy summer night.
Prosilio
2, Elia Papakyriakou St. (22350520) Open
Daily 12 noon-4pm & 8pm-1am. Credit AmEx,
MC, V.
Thanks to the quality of both the food and the
Rancho
106. Archbishop Makarios III Ave., Lakatamia
Credit AmEx, MC, V.
Whether you go for the cosy Tex-Mex style décor
indoors or the large dining area with tall palm
trees, willows and a fountain outside, you enjoy
choosing from the large range of chargrilled
menu options. Most people come here for the
classic steak dishes.
Sabai
9, Yiannis Kranidiotis St. (97771912)
Open Daily 9am-2am.
The fabulous décor by two of the best interior
designers around makes this a place you want
to visit before you know how good it is. Try an
avant-garde cocktail at the impressive bar before
finding a high table in front of the lively DJ. The
menu features everything from simple to highly
imaginative starters, salads, pasta, fish and meat
dishes. Reservations recommended.
T.G.I. FridayÕs
12, Diagorou St. (22674411) Open Daily 12
noon-12 midnight.
The Nicosia branch of the worldwide chain serving
American-style hamburgers and steaks maintains
its global style as every dish arrives at your table
with the fanfare that has become the T.G.I. Friday’s
trademark. You must try one of their huge cocktails or non-alcoholic smoothies and leave room
for one of the typically gargantuan desserts.
Italian
Da Paolo
52, Constantine Paleologos St. (22438538)
Cosy and friendly, Da Paolo serves great Italian
pizza and pasta, with the pizzas being cooked in a
Sabai
traditional brick oven. It also has a small al fresco
dining area across the road from the restaurant
overlooking the moat outside Lefkosia’s Venetian
walls for warmer evenings.
Il Bacaro
131 D, Prodromos Ave. (22676969) Open
Daily 10am-4pm, Fri-Sat 7pm-12.30am. Credit
DC, MC, V.
A small Venetian-inspired restaurant with a wonderful lunchtime menu of Italian dishes such as
tortellini with salmon & fennel or gnocchi with
speck and gorgonzola. The evening menu offers
plenty of cicchetti (tapas) of which the best are
the bruschetta with tomato and basil, and the
sautéed cod.
Il Forno
216-218, Ledra St. (22456454) Open Daily
11.30am-11pm.
This small place is always packed restaurant and
with good reason. Excellent Italian dishes include
mouth-watering pastas and yummy pizzas. In
the summer the tables spill out onto busy Ledra
Street. Booking is essential.
Il Forno di JennyÕs
12B, Filokyprou St. (corner of Laiki Geitonia)
Credit V.
Everything here is cooked in a wood-fired oven.
Rather surprisingly, in addition to fresh and
delicious Italian specialities, you can also order
some superb Lebanese dishes. Good quality food
at remarkably low prices.
Marzano
27, Diagorou (22663240) Open Daily 12 noon12 midnight.
The Pizza Express chain has an upmarket equivalent which offers a variety of gourmet pizzas,
pastas, fresh salads and homemade desserts. Good
food and pleasant surroundings, plus live music
Middle Eastern
Fanous
7C, Solonos St. (22666663) Open Daily 11am12 midnight.
For a one-of-a-kind dining experience plus live entertainment including belly dancing on Saturdays, this
is the place. Located a short walk from Ledra Street,
it serves traditional and modern Lebanese cuisine.
Booking is advisable, especially at weekends.
Golden Beirut
14, Lykourgou St. (22676764) Open Daily
9am-1am. Credit V.
Spicy tastes and generous portions wait you in
this small but welcoming place. It’s the place to
enjoy a hookah while people-watching. Extremely
reasonable prices are an extra attraction.
Mexican
El Torito
39A, Kallipoleos St. Lykavitos (22757340)
Open Tue-Sat 7pm-12 midnight.
Housed in an traditional old Cypriot residence
painted in classic Mexican colours, this cute and
cosy restaurant offers tasty Mexican food in the
heart of Nicosia.
Spanish
Casa Vieja
3, Archangel Michael St. (22673371) Open
Daily 7.30pm-11.30pm. Credit AmEx, Barter
Card, DC, MC, V.
Vieja offers 37 different traditional Spanish tapas
dishes, four types of paella, and a rice dish medley
of seafood, chicken and vegetables served in a
large traditional pan. There are three comfortable dining areas plus a bar with an extensive
cocktail menu. Tr y the sangria or one of the
fruity Spanish wines. Vegetarian and children’s
menus are available.
Nicosia
Nicosia
Goodburger
service, its comfortable rooms and an impressive menu, this special restaurant located in a
pretty spot in the Engomi suburb is now well
established and popular. The buffet is fabulous
and unbelievably good value.
Limassol
ItÕs no secret that LimassolÕs restaurant scene offers by far the best
quality and the greatest variety in Cyprus. Recently, the area around the
mediaeval castle in particular has become a favourite with diners of all
ages and nationalities, while restaurants inside many of the islandÕs
top hotels are also high on the list of gourmet venues. In summer, al
fresco delights abound with many great seaside venues and outdoor
dining areas to choose from. All in all, a foodieÕs paradise.
Asian
Akakiko
Royal Apollonia Hotel, Amathus Ave.
(25323351) www.theroyalapollonia.com
Open Daily 12.30pm-3pm & 7pm-11pm.
food’ is how Akakiko describes itself and it’s
accurate too. The menu offers a variety of fresh
sushi, sashimi and maki, complemented by delicious hot dishes. What’s more, you can enjoy it
in an idyllic environment by the sea.
Asiachi
The award-winning Malaysian chef at one of the
best Chinese restaurants on the island will delight
you with his home-made dim sum, great starters,
Peking duck, wasabi prawns and hal nanese pork.
Great service and an excellent wine list.
Chopsticks
Archbishop Makarios III Ave. (77777728 )
Open Daily 12pm-3pm, 6.30pm-12 midnight.
Part of the well-established Pagoda Group, this
value-for-money fast-food restaurant serves up all
the usual Chinese favourites at great prices.
Kyoshi
Amathus Beach Hotel, Amathus Ave. (25832000/
www.amathus-hotels.com) Open Tue-Sun 8pm-11pm.
First introduced at the Paphos Amathus Hotel, this
Pan-Asian dining restaurant has expanded to Limassol, featuring an eclectic menu of delectable Asian
cuisine and inspired sushi creations. Undoubtedly
one of the best on the island. Check out the phenomenal all-glass wine cellar as you enter.
Grand Hotel & Resort, Amathus Ave.
(25634333/www.grandresort.com.cy)
Open Wed-Mon 7.30pm-10.30pm.
Indoors you can savour classic sushi favorites
presented with a unique, contemporary flair. Outdoors in summer, authentic Asian testing menus
await you, as Master Chefs perform astonishing
feats of skill and creativity right before your eyes.
A unique experience.
Chi Lounge
(The) Noodle House
194, Amathus Ave. (25636357) Open Daily 12
noon-12 midnight.
3, Saint Andrew (Agiou Andreou) St. (25820282,
77778979) Open Daily 12 noon-11.30pm.
Seasons Oriental
This was the first European branch of the successful chain of restaurants offering Thai, Singapore,
Malaysian and Indonesian cuisine. It received a
2010 Time Out Eating Award in the Value for
Money category.
Pagoda
30, Ambelakion St., Yermasoyia (25312000/
www.pagodarestaurants.com) Open Daily 12
noon-3pm & 6.30pm-12 midnight.
This restaurant is always busy, despite having
generally higher prices than elsewhere, thanks
to its outstanding reputation for taste and quality
(try the duck in pancakes).
Roku
28, Profitis Elias St., Yermasoyia (70009777)
Open Daily 7pm-11.30pm, Sun 12 noon-3pm &
7pm-11.30pm.
Japanese Master chef Daizo Hashida and chef Arai
Mitsuteru guarantee authentic dishes from their
homeland at this impressive restaurant boasting
a suitably minimalist decor.
Seasons Oriental
Four Seasons Hotel, Amathus Ave.
(25858000/ www.fourseasons.com.cy)
Open Wed-Mon 7pm-11pm.
Undoubtedly one of the best restaurants of any
kind in Cyprus. Award-winning chef Kenny Keung
invites you to try authentic Cantonese cuisine
ser ved with a creative flair. The spring rolls,
Peking duck, sweet and sour chicken and lemon
chicken are all amazing, as is the wonder ful
ginger crème brulee at the end. Superb service
and a great wine list complete the 5-star dining
experience.
Caf La Mode
Tokyo Teppan Yaki
80B, Amathus Ave. (25873333) Open Daily
12.30pm-12 midnight.
The skilled Teppan Yaki chefs are a joy to watch at
this restaurant where the food tastes every bit as
good as it looks and the entertainment is superb. The
traditional décor adds to the authentic ambience.
Caf/Bar/Restaurant
Caf La Mode
9, Vasilissis Berengarias St., Castle Square
Taverna Skourouvinnos (See
p33.)
for breackfast Caf La Mode
(See p29.)
dessert Dino Art Cafe (See p30.)
Great View Caprice at Londa
(See p36.)
Italian Artima (See p36.) Vivaldi
(See p37.)
Limassol
Limassol
Artima See p36.
Limassol
ItÕs no secret that LimassolÕs restaurant scene offers by far the best
quality and the greatest variety in Cyprus. Recently, the area around the
mediaeval castle in particular has become a favourite with diners of all
ages and nationalities, while restaurants inside many of the islandÕs
top hotels are also high on the list of gourmet venues. In summer, al
fresco delights abound with many great seaside venues and outdoor
dining areas to choose from. All in all, a foodieÕs paradise.
Asian
Akakiko
Royal Apollonia Hotel, Amathus Ave.
(25323351) www.theroyalapollonia.com
Open Daily 12.30pm-3pm & 7pm-11pm.
food’ is how Akakiko describes itself and it’s
accurate too. The menu offers a variety of fresh
sushi, sashimi and maki, complemented by delicious hot dishes. What’s more, you can enjoy it
in an idyllic environment by the sea.
Asiachi
The award-winning Malaysian chef at one of the
best Chinese restaurants on the island will delight
you with his home-made dim sum, great starters,
Peking duck, wasabi prawns and hal nanese pork.
Great service and an excellent wine list.
Chopsticks
Archbishop Makarios III Ave. (77777728 )
Open Daily 12pm-3pm, 6.30pm-12 midnight.
Part of the well-established Pagoda Group, this
value-for-money fast-food restaurant serves up all
the usual Chinese favourites at great prices.
Kyoshi
Amathus Beach Hotel, Amathus Ave. (25832000/
www.amathus-hotels.com) Open Tue-Sun 8pm-11pm.
First introduced at the Paphos Amathus Hotel, this
Pan-Asian dining restaurant has expanded to Limassol, featuring an eclectic menu of delectable Asian
cuisine and inspired sushi creations. Undoubtedly
one of the best on the island. Check out the phenomenal all-glass wine cellar as you enter.
Grand Hotel & Resort, Amathus Ave.
(25634333/www.grandresort.com.cy)
Open Wed-Mon 7.30pm-10.30pm.
Indoors you can savour classic sushi favorites
presented with a unique, contemporary flair. Outdoors in summer, authentic Asian testing menus
await you, as Master Chefs perform astonishing
feats of skill and creativity right before your eyes.
A unique experience.
Chi Lounge
(The) Noodle House
194, Amathus Ave. (25636357) Open Daily 12
noon-12 midnight.
3, Saint Andrew (Agiou Andreou) St. (25820282,
77778979) Open Daily 12 noon-11.30pm.
Seasons Oriental
This was the first European branch of the successful chain of restaurants offering Thai, Singapore,
Malaysian and Indonesian cuisine. It received a
2010 Time Out Eating Award in the Value for
Money category.
Pagoda
30, Ambelakion St., Yermasoyia (25312000/
www.pagodarestaurants.com) Open Daily 12
noon-3pm & 6.30pm-12 midnight.
This restaurant is always busy, despite having
generally higher prices than elsewhere, thanks
to its outstanding reputation for taste and quality
(try the duck in pancakes).
Roku
28, Profitis Elias St., Yermasoyia (70009777)
Open Daily 7pm-11.30pm, Sun 12 noon-3pm &
7pm-11.30pm.
Japanese Master chef Daizo Hashida and chef Arai
Mitsuteru guarantee authentic dishes from their
homeland at this impressive restaurant boasting
a suitably minimalist decor.
Seasons Oriental
Four Seasons Hotel, Amathus Ave.
(25858000/ www.fourseasons.com.cy)
Open Wed-Mon 7pm-11pm.
Undoubtedly one of the best restaurants of any
kind in Cyprus. Award-winning chef Kenny Keung
invites you to try authentic Cantonese cuisine
ser ved with a creative flair. The spring rolls,
Peking duck, sweet and sour chicken and lemon
chicken are all amazing, as is the wonder ful
ginger crème brulee at the end. Superb service
and a great wine list complete the 5-star dining
experience.
Caf La Mode
Tokyo Teppan Yaki
80B, Amathus Ave. (25873333) Open Daily
12.30pm-12 midnight.
The skilled Teppan Yaki chefs are a joy to watch at
this restaurant where the food tastes every bit as
good as it looks and the entertainment is superb. The
traditional décor adds to the authentic ambience.
Caf/Bar/Restaurant
Caf La Mode
9, Vasilissis Berengarias St., Castle Square
Taverna Skourouvinnos (See
p33.)
for breackfast Caf La Mode
(See p29.)
dessert Dino Art Cafe (See p30.)
Great View Caprice at Londa
(See p36.)
Italian Artima (See p36.) Vivaldi
(See p37.)
Limassol
Limassol
Artima See p36.
Open Daily 11am-2am (kitchen until 11.30pm).
Famed for its beers, local and foreign, as well
as its succulent burgers and wonderful salads,
this is an exceptional place with great music
and a relaxed atmosphere, inside and out.
Expect it to be packed at weekends.
Drifters
18, Amathus Ave. (25324243) Open Daily
10am-2am.
You’ll find absolutely ever ything here, from a
varied breakfast to a lunchtime or evening platter
of finger food, beef fajitas or baby back ribs with
onion rings and potatoes. If you’re really hungry,
you can’t beat a huge beefburger washed down
with a local draught beer.
Glykolemono
25, Olympion St. (25761801) Open Daily9am11pm, Sat-Sun 9am-12 midnight.
In this cosy place with a retro feel, you’ll want
to tr y the home-made pies and juicy burgers
accompanied by delicious roast potatoes. Music
includes jazz and swing which you can enjoy with
your coffee and a home-made dessert.
Corner St. Andrew (Agiou Andreou) & Christodoulou Sozou St., (25364040) Open Daily 12
noon-3pm, 6pm-12am.
A refined gastro-bar housed in a beautifully decorated and restored old mansion. Although the
kitchen is closed in the afternoon, it still serves
drinks, beverages and sweets.
Juego Caf & Lounge
Hugely popular in Nicosia, the restaurant has
finally opened in Limassol but, unlike its counterparts in the capital, it is not located within a
Marks & Spencer store but at the Carob Mill next
to the mediaeval castle. The salmon en croute and
the sweet & sour chicken are recommended but
there are delicious crepes and a heavenly carrot
cake to go with a coffee.
Chesters
Amathus Ave, opposite Elias Beach Hotel
(25635155/www.chesters-bar.com) Open Daily
10am-2am (kitchen until 12 midnight).
The food here is international and the menu is
impressively large and varied, though many go
for the smoked spare ribs and the platter with a
variety of Lebanese flavours. It also functions as
a bar playing Greek and foreign music.
Dino Art Caf
62-66, Eirinis St. (25762030) Open Mon-Sat
10.30am-12 midnight, Sun 4pm-12 midnight.
A veritable artist in the kitchen, the clever and
sociable chef Dino is not only brilliant at savoury
items but a star at creating extraordinary desserts.
You will not forget Death By Chocolate, not least
because it often comes with the compliments of
the chef himself.
Draught Microbrewery
Lanitis Carob Mill Complex, Vasilissis St.
(25820470/www.carobmill-restaurants.com)
Il Posto
Iphigenia St. & 32, Themidos St. (25746777)
Open Daily 9am-2am.
Located in the revitalized area of the Cyprus
University of Technology, with its retro mood
and inviting setting, it opens daily for homemade
and international food dishes. The crepes and
desserts will delight you.
Juego Caf & Lounge
4, St. Andrew (Agiou Andreou) St. (Phylactou
Arcade). Old Town (99481642) Open Daily
10am-1am.
Hidden away in a picturesque arcade close to the
mediaeval castle, this is the place to while away your
time playing board games or watching your favourite
football team. Dips and tasty nibbles, great salads,
sandwiches, Mexican wraps and burgers are all on
the menu with pasta and meat dishes.
Library
1, Themidos St. (25361362) Open Tue-Sun
6pm-11pm.
Its proximity to the Cyprus University of Technology
means that it is invariably packed with students and
the young at heart. The impressive menu features
sandwiches, salads and burgers while you should
definitely try a cocktail. We recommend the Herbal
Mastiha and the Tropicalia.
Milk bar
Corner of Archbishop Makarios III Ave. &
Vissariou St. (25341000) Open Daily 7.30am1.30am.
Old Da Vinci Caf Restaurant
Salut Bar & Grill
Black & white dominate in this modern, minimal
place where tou can start your day with a rich
breakfast of muesli and bagels or an omelet.
For lunch try the juicy 250g burger and in the
evening there are salads, pasta dishes and main
courses with attitude, most of which are served
on wooden plates.
P
Molly MaloneÕs
Plous
Polo Bar & Restaurant
9am-12 midnight.
A longstanding and popular Irish pub with a great
atmosphere, it serves equally great food, including sandwiches, giant hot dogs, chicken and pork
dishes (even for breakfast) and superb draught
beers. Big screens for football.
Corner of 28, Genethliou Mitella St. & 12 Loutron
St. (25342030) Open Daily 10am-2am.
It stands out among a plethora of restaurants
thanks to its brick walls and, inside, the colours of
the upholstery and its lively atmosphere. Whether
you sit on the pavement, inside or on the veranda,
you’ll have an enjoyable time with good music and
good wine. Don’t miss the salads with mozzarella,
the tender chicken kebab or the desserts.
Ousia Lounge Caf bar
24, Eirinis St., Castle Square (25109040)
Open Daily 9.30am-1.30am.
The white stone walls give the place an attractive
retro feel while the outdoor area is perfect in summer. You face a dilemma when it comes to ordering
because there are two menus: one offers small
tapas-style dishes and the other will take you on
a more imaginative gastronomic journey.
27, Kitiou Kyprianou St. (25341944)
Open Mon-Sat 10am-1am, Sun 4pm-1am.
International cuisine, pasta, cold dishes, sandwiches and a Dish of the Day are all on the menu of
this lounge café which doubles up as a restaurant.
The vibe is relaxing and pleasantly bohemian.
74, Saint Andrew (Agiou Andreou) St.
Start the day with one of a variety of coffees and
a great sandwich and come back to this stylish,
minimal place at lunchtime or in the afternoon
for a salad, some pasta, a grilled dish and/or a
delicious dessert.
Alasia Boutique Hotel, 6, Haidariou St.
(25332000) Open Daily 12 noon-11pm.
Inside the beautifully renovated and restyled
Alasia Boutique Hotel, you will at once be charmed
by its majestic minimalism and the huge wine
cellar, not to mention the fantastic service. The
award-winning chef works miracles with his
salds, risottos pasta and seafood while the Black
Angus steaks and the USDA Prime Fillets are
out of this world.
Salut Bar & Grill
71-73, Saripolou St. (25871614, 99626338)
Open Tue-Sun 7pm-11pm, Sun 1pm-4pm.
People from all over Cyprus come for the International dishes, including salads, burgers,platters
and a range of great Lebanese items, all lovingly
prepared in Salut’s kitchen. Located in a lively
area of the old town.
Limassol
Limassol
House
Famed for its beers, local and foreign, as well
as its succulent burgers and wonderful salads,
this is an exceptional place with great music
and a relaxed atmosphere, inside and out.
Expect it to be packed at weekends.
Drifters
10am-2am.
You’ll find absolutely ever ything here, from a
varied breakfast to a lunchtime or evening platter
of finger food, beef fajitas or baby back ribs with
onion rings and potatoes. If you’re really hungry,
you can’t beat a huge beefburger washed down
with a local draught beer.
Glykolemono
25, Olympion St. (25761801) Open Daily9am11pm, Sat-Sun 9am-12 midnight.
In this cosy place with a retro feel, you’ll want
to tr y the home-made pies and juicy burgers
accompanied by delicious roast potatoes. Music
includes jazz and swing which you can enjoy with
your coffee and a home-made dessert.
Corner St. Andrew (Agiou Andreou) & Christodoulou Sozou St., (25364040) Open Daily 12
noon-3pm, 6pm-12am.
A refined gastro-bar housed in a beautifully decorated and restored old mansion. Although the
kitchen is closed in the afternoon, it still serves
drinks, beverages and sweets.
Juego Caf & Lounge
Hugely popular in Nicosia, the restaurant has
finally opened in Limassol but, unlike its counterparts in the capital, it is not located within a
Marks & Spencer store but at the Carob Mill next
to the mediaeval castle. The salmon en croute and
the sweet & sour chicken are recommended but
there are delicious crepes and a heavenly carrot
cake to go with a coffee.
Chesters
Amathus Ave, opposite Elias Beach Hotel
(25635155/www.chesters-bar.com) Open Daily
10am-2am (kitchen until 12 midnight).
The food here is international and the menu is
impressively large and varied, though many go
for the smoked spare ribs and the platter with a
variety of Lebanese flavours. It also functions as
a bar playing Greek and foreign music.
Dino Art Caf
62-66, Eirinis St. (25762030) Open Mon-Sat
10.30am-12 midnight, Sun 4pm-12 midnight.
A veritable artist in the kitchen, the clever and
sociable chef Dino is not only brilliant at savoury
items but a star at creating extraordinary desserts.
You will not forget Death By Chocolate, not least
because it often comes with the compliments of
the chef himself.
Draught Microbrewery
Il Posto
Iphigenia St. & 32, Themidos St. (25746777)
Open Daily 9am-2am.
Located in the revitalized area of the Cyprus
University of Technology, with its retro mood
and inviting setting, it opens daily for homemade
and international food dishes. The crepes and
desserts will delight you.
Juego Caf & Lounge
4, St. Andrew (Agiou Andreou) St. (Phylactou
Arcade). Old Town (99481642) Open Daily
10am-1am.
Hidden away in a picturesque arcade close to the
mediaeval castle, this is the place to while away your
time playing board games or watching your favourite
football team. Dips and tasty nibbles, great salads,
sandwiches, Mexican wraps and burgers are all on
the menu with pasta and meat dishes.
Library
1, Themidos St. (25361362) Open Tue-Sun
6pm-11pm.
Its proximity to the Cyprus University of Technology
means that it is invariably packed with students and
the young at heart. The impressive menu features
sandwiches, salads and burgers while you should
definitely try a cocktail. We recommend the Herbal
Mastiha and the Tropicalia.
Milk bar
Corner of Archbishop Makarios III Ave. &
Vissariou St. (25341000) Open Daily 7.30am1.30am.
Salut Bar & Grill
Black & white dominate in this modern, minimal
place where tou can start your day with a rich
breakfast of muesli and bagels or an omelet.
For lunch try the juicy 250g burger and in the
evening there are salads, pasta dishes and main
courses with attitude, most of which are served
on wooden plates.
P
Molly MaloneÕs
Plous
Polo Bar & Restaurant
9am-12 midnight.
A longstanding and popular Irish pub with a great
atmosphere, it serves equally great food, including sandwiches, giant hot dogs, chicken and pork
dishes (even for breakfast) and superb draught
beers. Big screens for football.
Corner of 28, Genethliou Mitella St. & 12 Loutron
St. (25342030) Open Daily 10am-2am.
It stands out among a plethora of restaurants
thanks to its brick walls and, inside, the colours of
the upholstery and its lively atmosphere. Whether
you sit on the pavement, inside or on the veranda,
you’ll have an enjoyable time with good music and
good wine. Don’t miss the salads with mozzarella,
the tender chicken kebab or the desserts.
Ousia Lounge Caf bar
24, Eirinis St., Castle Square (25109040)
Open Daily 9.30am-1.30am.
The white stone walls give the place an attractive
retro feel while the outdoor area is perfect in summer. You face a dilemma when it comes to ordering
because there are two menus: one offers small
tapas-style dishes and the other will take you on
a more imaginative gastronomic journey.
27, Kitiou Kyprianou St. (25341944)
Open Mon-Sat 10am-1am, Sun 4pm-1am.
International cuisine, pasta, cold dishes, sandwiches and a Dish of the Day are all on the menu of
this lounge café which doubles up as a restaurant.
The vibe is relaxing and pleasantly bohemian.
Start the day with one of a variety of coffees and
a great sandwich and come back to this stylish,
minimal place at lunchtime or in the afternoon
for a salad, some pasta, a grilled dish and/or a
delicious dessert.
Alasia Boutique Hotel, 6, Haidariou St.
Inside the beautifully renovated and restyled
Alasia Boutique Hotel, you will at once be charmed
by its majestic minimalism and the huge wine
cellar, not to mention the fantastic service. The
award-winning chef works miracles with his
salds, risottos pasta and seafood while the Black
Angus steaks and the USDA Prime Fillets are
out of this world.
Salut Bar & Grill
71-73, Saripolou St. (25871614, 99626338)
Open Tue-Sun 7pm-11pm, Sun 1pm-4pm.
People from all over Cyprus come for the International dishes, including salads, burgers,platters
and a range of great Lebanese items, all lovingly
prepared in Salut’s kitchen. Located in a lively
area of the old town.
Limassol
Limassol
House
quality and quantity. Over 25 years’ experience
in making and serving traditional meze dishes
means that the 20-dish feast containing meat, wild
vegetables and game is very special.
Gastra
5-6, Panayiotis Symeou St., Kanika Centre
(25108718) Open Daily 12 noon-3pm & WedSat 7pm-11pm.
A new age tavern with white wicker chairs offers
tasty cooked dishes for lunch while in the evening
the wood-fired oven does a fine job and meze lovers will be in heaven thanks to some delectable
meat and other dishes.
Istorikon
Corner Agiou Neophytou St. & Kyprianou St.
In a quiet side street of Limassol’s old quarter is a
bustling meze tavern, located inside a beautifully
restored stone house. Part of the Carob Mill
Restaurants group, which is itself a guarantee
of quality dining.
(O) Mezes tou Mimi
23, Parou St., Zakaki (25712812) Open MonThu 11am-4pm, 7pm-11pm, Fri-Sat until 2am.
More of a cookhouse serving home-made dishes of
pulses and other vegetables at lunchtime, it turns
into a regular tavern at night with meze dishes and
and a selection of grills. Live music Fri-Sat.
MichaelÕs Tavern
Erimi village (25934104, 99679665/www.
Michaels-tavern.com) Open Mon-Sat 7pm-12
midnight.
A simple taverna with a regular clientele of expats
as well as locals, serving tasty good food in a nice
atmosphere. The great value-for-money meze is
extremely popular. Bookings are essential as it’s
always jam-packed.
(I) Oraia Ellas
Kyprion Gevsis
5, Gladstone St. (25354033) Open Tue-Sun 12
noon-3.30pm & 7.30pm-11pm, Sat closed lunchtime.
Thanks to its reputation for excellent food, local
residents flock to this lovely, atmospheric taverna
in the centre of the town, complete with attractive
gardens. Traditional dishes and fresh fish.
Open Daily 12 noon-3pm & 6pm-late.
Kebab on the grill, delicious spicy sausages,
chicken fillet and many more popular dishes
will make sure that your appetite is satisfied. The
impressive 30-dish meze makes this restaurant
stand out from the rest. Live music too.
(O) Phiniotis
Berdema
Lofou Traditional Taverna
Pitta tou Pappou
Cypriot/Greek
Anotera
1, Attikis St. (25344350) Open Daily 12 noon-3pm.
Berdema means “mix-up” and that applies not only
to the decorative combination of Burberry chairs
and traditional Cypriot sieves but also to the menu
where lobster pasta is followed by casserole-cooked
Cypriot snails. There’s an endless meze but unlike
most Cypriot restaurants this one also serves chicken
Kiev, pork schnitzel and steaks.
Berengaria Restaurant
258, Franklin Roosevelt Ave., Zakaki
(25397701) Open Daily 11.30am-2.30pm &
5pm-10pm. Credit No.
Serving delicious kebabs and spicy sausages as well
as squid, halloumi, grilled mushrooms and other
local dishes that will delight you, this place has
become a firm favourite with young and old.
Tsindouri St., Lofou village (25470202, 99598903/
www.lofouagrovilo.com) Open Tue-Sun 10am-10pm, (winter) Sun 10am-6pm.
This family-run tavern in a traditional stone-built
cottage offers some of the tastiest examples of
Cypriot cooking you will find anywhere and the meze
is fabulous. The Greek atmosphere is heightened
even further by owner Costas who doesn’t take much
persuading to play some bouzouki tunes.
Prodromos village (97895364) Open Sat-Sun
10am-12 midnight (7/9-31/5) and Daily 10am12 midnight (1/6 -8/9).
The highest village in Cyprus (1,400m above
sea level) is where you’ll find Berengaria Square
in front of the once majestic “Hotel of Kings”.
Enjoy a freshly-made halloumi cheese pie at the
Berengaria Café in the morning and later choose
a table on the restaurant’s veranda for a lunch of
traditional Cypriot dishes.
(To) Mairkon tis Lysis
Forsos
Meze Taverna
Village Square, Mouttayiaka (25329490) Open
Daily 7pm-12 midnight. Credit No.
This long-established family tavern knows all about
Corner of Franklin Roosevelt Ave. & Farsalon
St. (opp. KEO) (25560555) Open Daily 9am12 midnight.
This traditional tavern serves and unbelievably
tender pork chop, superb afelia (pork cooked in
wine and coriander) and tasty chicken, while for
fish lovers there is squid and octopus. If you’re
really bold, you might like to try lamb’s head, a
traditional Cypriot delicacy.
(25367333/mezetavernacyprus.com) Open
Mon-Sat 12 noon-3pm & 6pm-11pm.
3, Ellados St., Vouni (25944328) Open TueSun 12.30pm-3pm & 7.30pm-10pm.
In the heart of Vouni Village this wonderful small
taverna is a hidden gem and it’s worth driving out
of town to go there. In summer you can relax in
the garden before tucking in to some truly delicious homemade dishes.
110 A, Vasileos Constantinou St. (25733755)
Whether you choose the meze at this small traditional taverna or menu items such as kebab, spicy
sausages, grilled liver, wine-cooked suckling pig
or trout, you will be delighted with your choice
and the very reasonable bill at the end.
12, Grivas Dighenis Ave. (25588840)
The successful Greek fast food chain lets you
choose whatever you want to fill your pitta wrap.
Burgers, sausages, chicken breast, pork chop, all
with your own choice of sauce, are just some of the
tempting and great-value options available.
Polycarpos Restaurant
45, Saripolou St. (25352135) Open Daily
5.30am-4pm. Credit No.
In addition to traditional Cypriot dishes such as
stuffed vine leaves, stuffed vegetables, roast pork
and kebab, you can order sandwiches, burgers
and omelets as well. Whatever your choice, you’ll
leave this place feeling extremely satisfied thanks
to the large portions and reasonable prices.
Sikaminia
26, Eleftherias St. (25365280) Open Daily
7am-4.30pm, Fri-Sat 9pm-1am.
This traditional eating place in the old town serves
typical Cypriot vegetable or grilled dishes for
lunch while in the evening you only need to say
the word ‘meze’ and you will be brought at least
15 home-made delights prepared with a great
deal of care.
Skourouvinnos
Phidias & Polyxeni Diamantis St. (25720692,
99608178) Open Mon-Sat 6pm-12 midnight.
Credit MC, V.
A deser ving winner of the Time Out Reader’s
Choice Eating Award two years running, this hugely
popular place serves a Cypriot meze made from fresh
produce straight from the village. Don’t pass up on
the desserts made with local products such as anari
cheese, carob syrup, grapes, and walnuts.
Stou Kyr Yianni
15, Linos St. Omodhos village (25422100)
For a Cypriot meze with a twist, in a beautiful restaurant with a great atmosphere. Reservations are
essential at this lovely traditional building that serves
authentic Cypriot cuisine using fresh ingredients,
many of which come from the owners’ garden.
Takis Taverna
12, Andrea Vlami St., Vouni (25943631)
Open Mon-Sun 12 noon-3pm, Fri-Sat 6pm-11pm, Sun 12 noon-3pm. Credit No.
One of three popular tavernas at Vouni village,
it’s the place to be if you’re looking for a cheap
but delicious meze. For a change, Takis’s specialty
(suckling pig) is well worth a try.
(Ta) Tria Alonia
Agios Tychonas village (25323913)
This old stone house oozes appeal and even seems
to make the food taste better – if that’s possible.
The meze is fantastic and the place is always busy
with local residents and visitors alike, so don’t
forget to make a reservation.
(O) Tsolias
2, Sysyphus St. (25337521) Open Wed-Mon 12
noon-1am.
The chef will not only be waiting for you to try
his Cypriot meze, you can select what you want
to be in yours. Otherwise, dishes such as rabbit
and fillet steak, preceded by fresh starters, will
ensure that you have a fantastic evening.
(To) Vouniotiko
Vouni Village (25942054, 99316979) Open Fri
7pm-1am, Sat 12 noon-1.30am, Sun 12 noon-6pm.
Credit MC, DC, V.
Located in the picturesque village of Vouni, the
small traditional tavern is well known for its
authentic Cypriot dishes based on old recipes
and made with good local produce.
Fish
Angelos
Open Daily 12 noon-3pm & 7.30pm-1am.
Angelos offers a good selection of appetizers and
traditional homemade sea food and fish dishes at
reasonable prices. Ideal for families, it’s a place
for a wonderful meal.
Limassol
Karpenisi Kebab & Grill
Skourouvinnos
Limassol
An impressive 25-dish meze and an established
reputation for good food and reasonable prices
mean that you can’t go wrong with this familyr un Cypriot taver na. Per fect if you’ve had
enough of shopping and you need a leisurely
break.
quality and quantity. Over 25 years’ experience
in making and serving traditional meze dishes
means that the 20-dish feast containing meat, wild
vegetables and game is very special.
Gastra
5-6, Panayiotis Symeou St., Kanika Centre
(25108718) Open Daily 12 noon-3pm & WedSat 7pm-11pm.
A new age tavern with white wicker chairs offers
tasty cooked dishes for lunch while in the evening
the wood-fired oven does a fine job and meze lovers will be in heaven thanks to some delectable
meat and other dishes.
Istorikon
Corner Agiou Neophytou St. & Kyprianou St.
In a quiet side street of Limassol’s old quarter is a
bustling meze tavern, located inside a beautifully
restored stone house. Part of the Carob Mill
Restaurants group, which is itself a guarantee
of quality dining.
(O) Mezes tou Mimi
23, Parou St., Zakaki (25712812) Open MonThu 11am-4pm, 7pm-11pm, Fri-Sat until 2am.
More of a cookhouse serving home-made dishes of
pulses and other vegetables at lunchtime, it turns
into a regular tavern at night with meze dishes and
and a selection of grills. Live music Fri-Sat.
MichaelÕs Tavern
Erimi village (25934104, 99679665/www.
Michaels-tavern.com) Open Mon-Sat 7pm-12
midnight.
A simple taverna with a regular clientele of expats
as well as locals, serving tasty good food in a nice
atmosphere. The great value-for-money meze is
extremely popular. Bookings are essential as it’s
always jam-packed.
(I) Oraia Ellas
Kyprion Gevsis
5, Gladstone St. (25354033) Open Tue-Sun 12
noon-3.30pm & 7.30pm-11pm, Sat closed lunchtime.
Thanks to its reputation for excellent food, local
residents flock to this lovely, atmospheric taverna
in the centre of the town, complete with attractive
gardens. Traditional dishes and fresh fish.
Open Daily 12 noon-3pm & 6pm-late.
Kebab on the grill, delicious spicy sausages,
chicken fillet and many more popular dishes
will make sure that your appetite is satisfied. The
impressive 30-dish meze makes this restaurant
stand out from the rest. Live music too.
(O) Phiniotis
Berdema
Lofou Traditional Taverna
Pitta tou Pappou
Cypriot/Greek
Anotera
1, Attikis St. (25344350) Open Daily 12 noon-3pm.
Berdema means “mix-up” and that applies not only
to the decorative combination of Burberry chairs
and traditional Cypriot sieves but also to the menu
where lobster pasta is followed by casserole-cooked
Cypriot snails. There’s an endless meze but unlike
most Cypriot restaurants this one also serves chicken
Kiev, pork schnitzel and steaks.
Berengaria Restaurant
258, Franklin Roosevelt Ave., Zakaki
(25397701) Open Daily 11.30am-2.30pm &
5pm-10pm. Credit No.
Serving delicious kebabs and spicy sausages as well
as squid, halloumi, grilled mushrooms and other
local dishes that will delight you, this place has
become a firm favourite with young and old.
Tsindouri St., Lofou village (25470202, 99598903/
www.lofouagrovilo.com) Open Tue-Sun 10am-10pm, (winter) Sun 10am-6pm.
This family-run tavern in a traditional stone-built
cottage offers some of the tastiest examples of
Cypriot cooking you will find anywhere and the meze
is fabulous. The Greek atmosphere is heightened
even further by owner Costas who doesn’t take much
persuading to play some bouzouki tunes.
Prodromos village (97895364) Open Sat-Sun
10am-12 midnight (7/9-31/5) and Daily 10am12 midnight (1/6 -8/9).
The highest village in Cyprus (1,400m above
sea level) is where you’ll find Berengaria Square
in front of the once majestic “Hotel of Kings”.
Enjoy a freshly-made halloumi cheese pie at the
Berengaria Café in the morning and later choose
a table on the restaurant’s veranda for a lunch of
traditional Cypriot dishes.
(To) Mairkon tis Lysis
Forsos
Meze Taverna
Village Square, Mouttayiaka (25329490) Open
Daily 7pm-12 midnight. Credit No.
This long-established family tavern knows all about
Corner of Franklin Roosevelt Ave. & Farsalon
St. (opp. KEO) (25560555) Open Daily 9am12 midnight.
This traditional tavern serves and unbelievably
tender pork chop, superb afelia (pork cooked in
wine and coriander) and tasty chicken, while for
fish lovers there is squid and octopus. If you’re
really bold, you might like to try lamb’s head, a
traditional Cypriot delicacy.
(25367333/mezetavernacyprus.com) Open
Mon-Sat 12 noon-3pm & 6pm-11pm.
3, Ellados St., Vouni (25944328) Open TueSun 12.30pm-3pm & 7.30pm-10pm.
In the heart of Vouni Village this wonderful small
taverna is a hidden gem and it’s worth driving out
of town to go there. In summer you can relax in
the garden before tucking in to some truly delicious homemade dishes.
110 A, Vasileos Constantinou St. (25733755)
Whether you choose the meze at this small traditional taverna or menu items such as kebab, spicy
sausages, grilled liver, wine-cooked suckling pig
or trout, you will be delighted with your choice
and the very reasonable bill at the end.
12, Grivas Dighenis Ave. (25588840)
The successful Greek fast food chain lets you
choose whatever you want to fill your pitta wrap.
Burgers, sausages, chicken breast, pork chop, all
with your own choice of sauce, are just some of the
tempting and great-value options available.
45, Saripolou St. (25352135) Open Daily
5.30am-4pm. Credit No.
In addition to traditional Cypriot dishes such as
stuffed vine leaves, stuffed vegetables, roast pork
and kebab, you can order sandwiches, burgers
and omelets as well. Whatever your choice, you’ll
leave this place feeling extremely satisfied thanks
to the large portions and reasonable prices.
Sikaminia
26, Eleftherias St. (25365280) Open Daily
7am-4.30pm, Fri-Sat 9pm-1am.
This traditional eating place in the old town serves
typical Cypriot vegetable or grilled dishes for
lunch while in the evening you only need to say
the word ‘meze’ and you will be brought at least
15 home-made delights prepared with a great
deal of care.
Skourouvinnos
Phidias & Polyxeni Diamantis St. (25720692,
99608178) Open Mon-Sat 6pm-12 midnight.
Credit MC, V.
A deser ving winner of the Time Out Reader’s
Choice Eating Award two years running, this hugely
popular place serves a Cypriot meze made from fresh
produce straight from the village. Don’t pass up on
the desserts made with local products such as anari
cheese, carob syrup, grapes, and walnuts.
Stou Kyr Yianni
15, Linos St. Omodhos village (25422100)
For a Cypriot meze with a twist, in a beautiful restaurant with a great atmosphere. Reservations are
essential at this lovely traditional building that serves
authentic Cypriot cuisine using fresh ingredients,
many of which come from the owners’ garden.
Takis Taverna
12, Andrea Vlami St., Vouni (25943631)
Open Mon-Sun 12 noon-3pm, Fri-Sat 6pm-11pm, Sun 12 noon-3pm. Credit No.
One of three popular tavernas at Vouni village,
it’s the place to be if you’re looking for a cheap
but delicious meze. For a change, Takis’s specialty
(suckling pig) is well worth a try.
(Ta) Tria Alonia
Agios Tychonas village (25323913)
This old stone house oozes appeal and even seems
to make the food taste better – if that’s possible.
The meze is fantastic and the place is always busy
with local residents and visitors alike, so don’t
forget to make a reservation.
(O) Tsolias
2, Sysyphus St. (25337521) Open Wed-Mon 12
noon-1am.
The chef will not only be waiting for you to try
his Cypriot meze, you can select what you want
to be in yours. Otherwise, dishes such as rabbit
and fillet steak, preceded by fresh starters, will
ensure that you have a fantastic evening.
(To) Vouniotiko
Vouni Village (25942054, 99316979) Open Fri
7pm-1am, Sat 12 noon-1.30am, Sun 12 noon-6pm.
Credit MC, DC, V.
Located in the picturesque village of Vouni, the
small traditional tavern is well known for its
authentic Cypriot dishes based on old recipes
and made with good local produce.
Fish
Angelos
Open Daily 12 noon-3pm & 7.30pm-1am.
Angelos offers a good selection of appetizers and
traditional homemade sea food and fish dishes at
reasonable prices. Ideal for families, it’s a place
for a wonderful meal.
Limassol
Karpenisi Kebab & Grill
Skourouvinnos
Limassol
An impressive 25-dish meze and an established
reputation for good food and reasonable prices
mean that you can’t go wrong with this familyr un Cypriot taver na. Per fect if you’ve had
enough of shopping and you need a leisurely
break.
Kalymnos
2, Poseidon St., Governor’s Beach (25632878)
Open Daily 8am-11pm.
Go to Governor’s Beach early in the morning
for breakfast and a Cyprus cof fee or order a
reasonably-priced fish meze for lunch. Fresh red
mullet, grouper, sea bream and sea bass are all
available and priced by the kilo.
Kavourotrypa
44, Serifou St., Zakaki (25390372) Open Daily
12 noon-3pm & 7pm-11pm, Sun 1pm-3pm.
Take look at what’s fresh today in the refrigerated
display cabinet and choose your fish, tell the staff
precisely how you want it to be cooked – grilled,
fried or steamed – and then enjoy it. No sea view
but the food is still delicious.
Kyrenia Nautical Club
11am-12 midnight.
For the day’s fresh catch grilled or fried or a classic, top quality fish meze, this is the place to be.
Excellent starters and fresh salads too.
Amathus Beach Hotel, Amathus Ave.
(25832000/www.amathus-hotels.com)
Open Daily 8pm-11pm (Apr-Oct).
This tavern by the sea offers perhaps the best fish
meze you will find anywhere. The superbly cooked
fish dishes are completely irresistible and the
romantic outdoor location at the Amathus Beach
Hotel is equally enchanting on summer nights.
(The) Old Lemesos
3 A, Finlandias St. Agia Phyla (25321047) Open
Tue-Sun 12 noon-4pm & 8pm-11pm. Credit No.
It serves only the day’s catch so if you go and
it’s closed, it means that the sea was too rough
for the fishermen to go out. The grilled sea bass,
grouper, gilthead bream, large squid and inkfish
are just wonderful.
(The) Old Neighbourhood
14, Angkyras St. (25376082) Open Mon-Sat
6pm-12 midnight. Credit DC, MC, V.
Cypriots love this restaurant as the chefs serve
only the fresh catch of the day and use fresh local
ingredients. It is a little more expensive than its
rivals but its popularity suggests that the quality
is well worth it. Reservations required,
Pasalimani
Amathus Ave., next to Amathus Beach Hotel
and Avenida Hotel (25321494) Open Daily
11am-11pm.
Choose the fish you want from the refrigerated
display cabinet or put your trust in the classic
meze. You certainly won’t leave feeling anything
less than satisfied, par ticularly if you opt for
the latter.
Sofroniou Beach Restaurant
1, Aigaiou St., Governor’s Beach (25632312)
Open Daily 12 noon-10pm, Sun evening closed.
One of the oldest fish taverns in the Governor’s
Beach area serves a sizeable and tasty fish meze as
well as fresh sea bream, amberjack and grouper.
Trata Fish Tavern
4, Iakovou Tombazi St. (near Debenhams Olympia) (25586600) Open Mon-Sat 6pm-11pm,
Sun 12 noon-4pm.
If you want simple surroundings and excellentlycooked fresh fish, look no further. You need to
arrive early if you don’t want to find yourself in
the middle of the non-stop stream of local diners
who descend on the restaurant.
French
La Maison Fleurie
18, Christaki Kranou St. (25320680/www.
lmfcy.com) Open Mon-Sat 12 noon-3pm &
7pm-12 midnight.
This exclusive restaurant has twice won a 5-star
Diamond award from the American Academy of
Hospitality Sciences of New York. That means a
lot but if you are a lover of French food, you will
soon understand why this place has received
such honoirs. Oysters and foie gras remain firm
house favourites. Reservations are recommended,
especially at weekends.
International
Limassol
Limassol
Limanaki
Enjoy the sea view or sunbathe before enjoying
homemade spoon sweets.
Aliada
117, Eirinis St. (25340758/www.aliada.com)
This restaurant, located in a lovely old house with
a tranquil garden, serves up such an extravaganza
of food (set 4-course menu) that you are unlikely
to find room for it all. A pianist plays discreetly
in the background.
Boho Chic Tapas Bar
24, Andrea Droussioti St. (25364218,
99248772) Open Tue-Fri 12 noon-3pm, 6pm11pm, Sat-Sun 12 noon-11pm.
Close your eyes in this contemporary tapas place,
and you’ll think you’re in Spain. Great tapas, delicious homemade sangria, a reasonably priced wine
list and friendly staff will keep you returning to this
Iberian oasis again and again.
Columbia Steak House
(25278000) Open Mon-Sun 6.30pm-12.30am.
Many will tell you that this is where you’ll eat the
best steak in town. Located inside the impressive,
ultra-sleek Columbia Plaza complex, it specializes
in fresh, prime cuts of superior quality USDA Black
Angus Premium beef, flown in chilled from overseas
every week. Excellent service. Reservations only.
(The) Garden
48, George I St., Potamos Yermasoyias
(25101212) Open Daily 12 noon-12am.
The only place where you can find good quality, wellpresented Cypriot, Asian, French, Italian, Russian
and Lebanese dishes under one roof. So if you want
sushi and your partner fancies a pizza, no problem.
And you can even smoke a hookah later.
Boho Chic Tapas Bar
Kalymnos
2, Poseidon St., Governor’s Beach (25632878)
Go to Governor’s Beach early in the morning
for breakfast and a Cyprus cof fee or order a
reasonably-priced fish meze for lunch. Fresh red
mullet, grouper, sea bream and sea bass are all
available and priced by the kilo.
Kavourotrypa
44, Serifou St., Zakaki (25390372) Open Daily
12 noon-3pm & 7pm-11pm, Sun 1pm-3pm.
Take look at what’s fresh today in the refrigerated
display cabinet and choose your fish, tell the staff
precisely how you want it to be cooked – grilled,
fried or steamed – and then enjoy it. No sea view
but the food is still delicious.
Kyrenia Nautical Club
11am-12 midnight.
For the day’s fresh catch grilled or fried or a classic, top quality fish meze, this is the place to be.
Excellent starters and fresh salads too.
Amathus Beach Hotel, Amathus Ave.
(25832000/www.amathus-hotels.com)
Open Daily 8pm-11pm (Apr-Oct).
This tavern by the sea offers perhaps the best fish
meze you will find anywhere. The superbly cooked
fish dishes are completely irresistible and the
romantic outdoor location at the Amathus Beach
Hotel is equally enchanting on summer nights.
(The) Old Lemesos
3 A, Finlandias St. Agia Phyla (25321047) Open
Tue-Sun 12 noon-4pm & 8pm-11pm. Credit No.
It serves only the day’s catch so if you go and
it’s closed, it means that the sea was too rough
for the fishermen to go out. The grilled sea bass,
grouper, gilthead bream, large squid and inkfish
are just wonderful.
(The) Old Neighbourhood
14, Angkyras St. (25376082) Open Mon-Sat
6pm-12 midnight. Credit DC, MC, V.
Cypriots love this restaurant as the chefs serve
only the fresh catch of the day and use fresh local
ingredients. It is a little more expensive than its
rivals but its popularity suggests that the quality
is well worth it. Reservations required,
Pasalimani
Amathus Ave., next to Amathus Beach Hotel
and Avenida Hotel (25321494) Open Daily
11am-11pm.
Choose the fish you want from the refrigerated
display cabinet or put your trust in the classic
meze. You certainly won’t leave feeling anything
less than satisfied, par ticularly if you opt for
the latter.
Sofroniou Beach Restaurant
1, Aigaiou St., Governor’s Beach (25632312)
Open Daily 12 noon-10pm, Sun evening closed.
One of the oldest fish taverns in the Governor’s
Beach area serves a sizeable and tasty fish meze as
well as fresh sea bream, amberjack and grouper.
Trata Fish Tavern
4, Iakovou Tombazi St. (near Debenhams Olympia) (25586600) Open Mon-Sat 6pm-11pm,
Sun 12 noon-4pm.
If you want simple surroundings and excellentlycooked fresh fish, look no further. You need to
arrive early if you don’t want to find yourself in
the middle of the non-stop stream of local diners
who descend on the restaurant.
French
La Maison Fleurie
18, Christaki Kranou St. (25320680/www.
lmfcy.com) Open Mon-Sat 12 noon-3pm &
7pm-12 midnight.
This exclusive restaurant has twice won a 5-star
Diamond award from the American Academy of
Hospitality Sciences of New York. That means a
lot but if you are a lover of French food, you will
soon understand why this place has received
such honoirs. Oysters and foie gras remain firm
house favourites. Reservations are recommended,
especially at weekends.
International
Limassol
Limassol
Limanaki
Enjoy the sea view or sunbathe before enjoying
homemade spoon sweets.
Aliada
117, Eirinis St. (25340758/www.aliada.com)
This restaurant, located in a lovely old house with
a tranquil garden, serves up such an extravaganza
of food (set 4-course menu) that you are unlikely
to find room for it all. A pianist plays discreetly
in the background.
Boho Chic Tapas Bar
24, Andrea Droussioti St. (25364218,
99248772) Open Tue-Fri 12 noon-3pm, 6pm11pm, Sat-Sun 12 noon-11pm.
Close your eyes in this contemporary tapas place,
and you’ll think you’re in Spain. Great tapas, delicious homemade sangria, a reasonably priced wine
list and friendly staff will keep you returning to this
Iberian oasis again and again.
Columbia Steak House
(25278000) Open Mon-Sun 6.30pm-12.30am.
Many will tell you that this is where you’ll eat the
best steak in town. Located inside the impressive,
ultra-sleek Columbia Plaza complex, it specializes
in fresh, prime cuts of superior quality USDA Black
Angus Premium beef, flown in chilled from overseas
every week. Excellent service. Reservations only.
(The) Garden
48, George I St., Potamos Yermasoyias
(25101212) Open Daily 12 noon-12am.
The only place where you can find good quality, wellpresented Cypriot, Asian, French, Italian, Russian
and Lebanese dishes under one roof. So if you want
sushi and your partner fancies a pizza, no problem.
And you can even smoke a hookah later.
Boho Chic Tapas Bar
Celebrity chef Roddy Damalis uses hard-to-find
local produce for many of the dishes at this wellestablished little place decorated with plates of
all sizes (the word ‘piatakia’ means ‘little plates’).
Cypriot cooking with extraordinary flair, yet reasonably priced, as indicated by its Time Out Eating
Award in the Value for Money category.
Regato
31, Georgiou Neophytou St., Mesa Geitonia
(25591259) Open Daily 12.00-24.00.
Ranked No. 1 in Limassol by TripAdvisor, it offers
consistently high standards in terms of food quality, quantity, taste and above all value for money.
A favourite place for business lunches as well as
dining with friends in the evenings
T.G.I. FridayÕs
333, 28th October St. (25583355/www.Fridays.
com.cy) Open Daily 12 noon-12 midnight.
Famed for its Jack Daniel’s sauce on grilled burgers
and meats, the Limassol branch of the popular chain
is a fun place to go to eat with friends or family.
Caprice at Londa
La Mer
Limassol
Lighthouse by Pralina Bay
106, George I St. (25313808) Open Daily
11am-11pm.
An all-day restaurant where you can have a breakfast martini by the sea and later a signature club
sandwich or a fresh salad in the casual ground floor
area. In the evening, the more aristocratic first
floor restaurant serves a variety of international
dishes accompanied by an impressive wine list.
Mavrommatis
Four Seasons Hotel, Amathus Ave. (25858000)
www.fourseasons.com.cy Open Four days a
week (call to check) 7.30pm-10.30pm
A Time Out Eating Award Winner in the Best Hotel
Restaurant category is a sister restaurant to the
highly prized Parisian eatery of the same name.
The menu comprises gloriously simplified gourmet
versions of traditional Greek and Cypriot dishes. A
superb dining experience is guaranteed.
Neon Phaliron
135, Gladstone St. (25365768/www.neonphaliron.com) Open Mon-Sat 12 noon-4pm &
7pm-12 midnight, Sun 12pm-4pm.
In addition to massive portions of freshly-prepared
international dishes, this multiple Time Out Easting
Award winning place also has lounge-type cubicles,
friendly and discreet staff, a great wine list and
an experienced sommelier to help you make the
perfect choice to accompany your food.
(Ta) Piatakia
7, Nicodemou Mylona St. (25745017/www.
tapiatakia.com) Open Mon-Sat 7pm-11pm.
Italian
Al Pesto
5pm-12 midnight, Sun 12 noon-12 midnight.
This place offers great value for money with its
generous portions of all the best-known favourite
Italian dishes, the staff are friendly and helpful,
and there is a really relaxed atmosphere, verging
on the romantic if you’re in the mood.
Artima
(25820466) Open Daily 1pm-3pm & 7.30pm-11pm.
One of the most popular and consistently good
restaurants in the mediaeval castle area, this
chic eatery offers an inspired mixture of flavours
which go way beyond Italian cuisine. Indoors or
outside, the surroundings are relaxing and the
staff excellent.
Caprice at Londa
Londa Hotel, 72, George 1st St. (25865555/
www.londahotel.com) Open Daily 12.30pm-3pm
& 7.30pm-11pm.
This hotel restaurant serves up Mediterraneaninspired dishes prepared by a chef who is clearly
a master at his craft. With stunning sea views and
comfortable yet luxurious surroundings, this is
a special place in so many ways. On Sundays the
BBQ platters are fabulous value, and if you stay
until the afternoon the resident DJ will entertain
you with chillout music by the pool.
Il Gusto
74, Queen Elizabeth II St., Akrotiri
(25952638/ www.carobmill-restaurants.com)
Another of the excellent Carob Mill Restaurants
group, this time out of town, it ser ves mouthwatering, rich and flavoursome dishes and service
with a great big smile. You haven’t tasted pasta
till you’ve tried it here. The view of the Salt Lake
adds to the experience.
Vivaldi
Il Sapore
6pm-11pm.
This attractive family-friendly trattoria-style Italian restaurant serves fresh pasta imported from
Italy, together with other main courses including
some superb meat and risotto dishes. Great
value too.
La Boca
(25278000) 223, Saint Andrew (Agiou Andreou) St. Open Daily noon-11.30pm.
Located on the ground and first floors of the
Columbia Plaza Complex, this innovative Italian
restaurant featuring a self-service menu offers
an impressive selection of quality Italian dishes
prepared in front of you at breakneck speed. Have
a chat with the chefs and get them to cook your
selection just the way you like it.
La Brezza
2, Promachon Eleftherias St. (inside Crowne
Plaza Hotel)(25851515).
Located inside the Crowne Plaza Hotel, this refined
Italian restaurant facing the sea serves excellent
meat, fish, pasta and risotto dishes that come with
their own special gastronomic twist.
Vivaldi
Four Seasons Hotel, Amathus Ave. (25858000/
www.fourseasons.com.cy) Open Four days a
week (call to check) 7.30pm-10.30pm.
Offering offers the best in fresh wholesome,
modern Italian cuisine, it has deservedly been
voted Best Hotel Restaurant for the past 6 years
in the Time Out Eating Awards. Undoubtedly one
of the best restaurants in Cyprus and located in
one of the best hotels, this is the place for true
gourmet dining.
Mexican
Rio Bravo
5, Ariadne St., Mouttayiaka (25310362) Open
Tue-Sun 5pm-2am (kitchen until 12 midnight.
After 15 years of ser ving tasty Fajitas and
Burritos, accompanied by Mexican Beer or
Tequila, this place is usually packed with locals
and visitors alike. It makes some of the best
margaritas around and the pleasant al fresco
dining area is wonderfully relaxing during the
summer months.
Middle Eastern
Mandaloun
Yiannos Kranidiotis St. (near Le Meridien
Hotel/www.mandaloun.eu)(25636845)
Open Mon-Sun 7pm-12 midnight.
This upscale Arabic restaurant serves authentic
Lebanese dishes at remarkably low prices. If
you’re new to the cuisine, the meze is your best
bet and it is particularly good value. Hookahs are
available for an after-dinner smoke.
Syrian Arab Friendship Club
3, Iliados St. (opp. Apollonia Beach Hotel)
This well-established restaurant offers an explosion of Middle Eastern flavours in a wonderful
ethnic ambience. In summer, the attractive garden
area makes dining even more special but the food
is great all year round.
Limassol
127, 28 October St. (25356095) Open Daily
11.30am-11pm.
Sitting under the vines, looking out to sea is a
wonderful way to spend an evening and the food
makes it even more special. Renowned for its very
fairly-priced fish meze and other dishes.
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Celebrity chef Roddy Damalis uses hard-to-find
local produce for many of the dishes at this wellestablished little place decorated with plates of
all sizes (the word ‘piatakia’ means ‘little plates’).
Cypriot cooking with extraordinary flair, yet reasonably priced, as indicated by its Time Out Eating
Award in the Value for Money category.
Regato
31, Georgiou Neophytou St., Mesa Geitonia
(25591259) Open Daily 12.00-24.00.
Ranked No. 1 in Limassol by TripAdvisor, it offers
consistently high standards in terms of food quality, quantity, taste and above all value for money.
A favourite place for business lunches as well as
dining with friends in the evenings
T.G.I. FridayÕs
333, 28th October St. (25583355/www.Fridays.
com.cy) Open Daily 12 noon-12 midnight.
Famed for its Jack Daniel’s sauce on grilled burgers
and meats, the Limassol branch of the popular chain
is a fun place to go to eat with friends or family.
Caprice at Londa
La Mer
Limassol
Lighthouse by Pralina Bay
106, George I St. (25313808) Open Daily
11am-11pm.
An all-day restaurant where you can have a breakfast martini by the sea and later a signature club
sandwich or a fresh salad in the casual ground floor
area. In the evening, the more aristocratic first
floor restaurant serves a variety of international
dishes accompanied by an impressive wine list.
Mavrommatis
Four Seasons Hotel, Amathus Ave. (25858000)
www.fourseasons.com.cy Open Four days a
week (call to check) 7.30pm-10.30pm
A Time Out Eating Award Winner in the Best Hotel
Restaurant category is a sister restaurant to the
highly prized Parisian eatery of the same name.
The menu comprises gloriously simplified gourmet
versions of traditional Greek and Cypriot dishes. A
superb dining experience is guaranteed.
Neon Phaliron
135, Gladstone St. (25365768/www.neonphaliron.com) Open Mon-Sat 12 noon-4pm &
7pm-12 midnight, Sun 12pm-4pm.
In addition to massive portions of freshly-prepared
international dishes, this multiple Time Out Easting
Award winning place also has lounge-type cubicles,
friendly and discreet staff, a great wine list and
an experienced sommelier to help you make the
perfect choice to accompany your food.
(Ta) Piatakia
7, Nicodemou Mylona St. (25745017/www.
tapiatakia.com) Open Mon-Sat 7pm-11pm.
Italian
Al Pesto
5pm-12 midnight, Sun 12 noon-12 midnight.
This place offers great value for money with its
generous portions of all the best-known favourite
Italian dishes, the staff are friendly and helpful,
and there is a really relaxed atmosphere, verging
on the romantic if you’re in the mood.
Artima
(25820466) Open Daily 1pm-3pm & 7.30pm-11pm.
One of the most popular and consistently good
restaurants in the mediaeval castle area, this
chic eatery offers an inspired mixture of flavours
which go way beyond Italian cuisine. Indoors or
outside, the surroundings are relaxing and the
staff excellent.
Caprice at Londa
Londa Hotel, 72, George 1st St. (25865555/
www.londahotel.com) Open Daily 12.30pm-3pm
& 7.30pm-11pm.
This hotel restaurant serves up Mediterraneaninspired dishes prepared by a chef who is clearly
a master at his craft. With stunning sea views and
comfortable yet luxurious surroundings, this is
a special place in so many ways. On Sundays the
BBQ platters are fabulous value, and if you stay
until the afternoon the resident DJ will entertain
you with chillout music by the pool.
Il Gusto
74, Queen Elizabeth II St., Akrotiri
(25952638/ www.carobmill-restaurants.com)
Another of the excellent Carob Mill Restaurants
group, this time out of town, it ser ves mouthwatering, rich and flavoursome dishes and service
with a great big smile. You haven’t tasted pasta
till you’ve tried it here. The view of the Salt Lake
adds to the experience.
Vivaldi
Il Sapore
6pm-11pm.
This attractive family-friendly trattoria-style Italian restaurant serves fresh pasta imported from
Italy, together with other main courses including
some superb meat and risotto dishes. Great
value too.
La Boca
(25278000) 223, Saint Andrew (Agiou Andreou) St. Open Daily noon-11.30pm.
Located on the ground and first floors of the
Columbia Plaza Complex, this innovative Italian
restaurant featuring a self-service menu offers
an impressive selection of quality Italian dishes
prepared in front of you at breakneck speed. Have
a chat with the chefs and get them to cook your
selection just the way you like it.
La Brezza
2, Promachon Eleftherias St. (inside Crowne
Plaza Hotel)(25851515).
Located inside the Crowne Plaza Hotel, this refined
Italian restaurant facing the sea serves excellent
meat, fish, pasta and risotto dishes that come with
their own special gastronomic twist.
Vivaldi
Four Seasons Hotel, Amathus Ave. (25858000/
www.fourseasons.com.cy) Open Four days a
week (call to check) 7.30pm-10.30pm.
Offering offers the best in fresh wholesome,
modern Italian cuisine, it has deservedly been
voted Best Hotel Restaurant for the past 6 years
in the Time Out Eating Awards. Undoubtedly one
of the best restaurants in Cyprus and located in
one of the best hotels, this is the place for true
gourmet dining.
Mexican
Rio Bravo
5, Ariadne St., Mouttayiaka (25310362) Open
Tue-Sun 5pm-2am (kitchen until 12 midnight.
After 15 years of ser ving tasty Fajitas and
Burritos, accompanied by Mexican Beer or
Tequila, this place is usually packed with locals
and visitors alike. It makes some of the best
margaritas around and the pleasant al fresco
dining area is wonderfully relaxing during the
summer months.
Middle Eastern
Mandaloun
Yiannos Kranidiotis St. (near Le Meridien
Hotel/www.mandaloun.eu)(25636845)
Open Mon-Sun 7pm-12 midnight.
This upscale Arabic restaurant serves authentic
Lebanese dishes at remarkably low prices. If
you’re new to the cuisine, the meze is your best
bet and it is particularly good value. Hookahs are
available for an after-dinner smoke.
Syrian Arab Friendship Club
3, Iliados St. (opp. Apollonia Beach Hotel)
This well-established restaurant offers an explosion of Middle Eastern flavours in a wonderful
ethnic ambience. In summer, the attractive garden
area makes dining even more special but the food
is great all year round.
Limassol
127, 28 October St. (25356095) Open Daily
11.30am-11pm.
Sitting under the vines, looking out to sea is a
wonderful way to spend an evening and the food
makes it even more special. Renowned for its very
fairly-priced fish meze and other dishes.
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Larnaca
leave some room for dessert as there is a great
selection of local sweets. Hugely popular with
local residents – always a good sign.
Lush See p44.
Archontiko Papadopoulou
The townÕs famous palm-tree lines Phinikoudes promenade is a good
place to start when youÕre feeling hungry, though cafs and well-known
international fast food outlets are in the majority there. However, there
is an impressive selection of international restaurants scattered throughout Larnaca, many of them just a little further on down the promenade
and beyond the castle where Piyale Pasha Avenue begins. Fish lovers
should definitely drive out to the nearby village of Zygi which boasts a
number of excellent fish taverns.
Asian
Caf/Bar/Restaurant
FengÕs House
(The) Depot
104, Athinon St., Phinikoudes, (24657176)
Open Daily 12.30pm-12 midnight.
This popular venue offers a varied menu of wellpresented and tasty Chinese dishes at reasonable
prices. It can become packed, especially during
the summer months, so reservations are recommended. Friendly staff, great location.
Taipei Town
63, Archbishop Makarios III Ave., (24621399)
Open Mon-Sat 12.30pm-3pm & 6.30pm-11.30pm,
Sun 6.30pm-11.30pm.
If you’re looking for great value for money, excellent Chinese food, plus friendly and efficient service, this spacious venue offers the full package.
It’s popular with residents so weekend reservations are highly recommended.
54, Piyale Pasha Ave., Mackenzie Beach area
In addition to the Phinikoudes Promenade, Larnaca’s other hugely popular area is Mackenzie
Beach, and The Depot is an attractive place where
you can enjoy well-made simple yet delicious light
dishes, as well as snacks, a variety of beverages
and alcoholic drinks. It also has a fabulous range
of beers.
Cypriot/Greek
A33
33, Egypt St., (70006933) Open Tue-Sun 7pm-11pm.
Whether it’s beer with friends, a romantic dinner,
a hen night or just a good meal, this is the place
67, Archbishop Makarios III Ave., Kornos village (24531000) Open Tue-Sun 9.30am-3pm
& 6pm-11pm.
For traditional Cypriot cuisine turned into a
fine dining experience, there is only one place:
a unique restaurant, housed in one of the most
beautiful old mansions left on the island. From
hand-made pasta with trout, baked lamb and
potatoes with cumin and tomatoes to sea bass
wrapped in vine leaves and cooked in a wood-fired
oven, everything here is exceptional. Worth the
drive out of town.
HoboÕs Steak House See p44.
for a great evening. A modern grill and meze
restaurant, with a beautifully lit garden in summer, it serves superb food ranging from succulent
steaks to fish dishes.
Agia Anna
I, Agnooumenou Andrea Georgiou St. Agia
Anna (22532500) Open Tue-Sat 8pm-12 midnight, Sun 12 noon-12 midnight.
A very pleasant place to try a traditional Cypriot
meze, this restaurant in a charming old house
near Agia Anna village will give you an authentic
taste of Cyprus and its cuisine. Make sure to
Taverna Kyra Giorgena
(See p40.) Grada (See p40.)
Paliomouktaros (See 940.)
Meze with music Ktima Georgiades (See p40.)
Fish CaptainÕs Table (See p42.)
Zefyros (See p42.)
By the sea Lush (See p44.)
Ammos Kitchen Bar (See p44.)
Larnaca
Larnaca
Marzano See p45.
Larnaca
leave some room for dessert as there is a great
selection of local sweets. Hugely popular with
local residents – always a good sign.
Lush See p44.
Archontiko Papadopoulou
The townÕs famous palm-tree lines Phinikoudes promenade is a good
place to start when youÕre feeling hungry, though cafs and well-known
international fast food outlets are in the majority there. However, there
is an impressive selection of international restaurants scattered throughout Larnaca, many of them just a little further on down the promenade
and beyond the castle where Piyale Pasha Avenue begins. Fish lovers
should definitely drive out to the nearby village of Zygi which boasts a
number of excellent fish taverns.
Asian
Caf/Bar/Restaurant
FengÕs House
(The) Depot
104, Athinon St., Phinikoudes, (24657176)
Open Daily 12.30pm-12 midnight.
This popular venue offers a varied menu of wellpresented and tasty Chinese dishes at reasonable
prices. It can become packed, especially during
the summer months, so reservations are recommended. Friendly staff, great location.
Taipei Town
63, Archbishop Makarios III Ave., (24621399)
Open Mon-Sat 12.30pm-3pm & 6.30pm-11.30pm,
Sun 6.30pm-11.30pm.
If you’re looking for great value for money, excellent Chinese food, plus friendly and efficient service, this spacious venue offers the full package.
It’s popular with residents so weekend reservations are highly recommended.
54, Piyale Pasha Ave., Mackenzie Beach area
In addition to the Phinikoudes Promenade, Larnaca’s other hugely popular area is Mackenzie
Beach, and The Depot is an attractive place where
you can enjoy well-made simple yet delicious light
dishes, as well as snacks, a variety of beverages
and alcoholic drinks. It also has a fabulous range
of beers.
Cypriot/Greek
A33
33, Egypt St., (70006933) Open Tue-Sun 7pm-11pm.
Whether it’s beer with friends, a romantic dinner,
a hen night or just a good meal, this is the place
67, Archbishop Makarios III Ave., Kornos village (24531000) Open Tue-Sun 9.30am-3pm
& 6pm-11pm.
For traditional Cypriot cuisine turned into a
fine dining experience, there is only one place:
a unique restaurant, housed in one of the most
beautiful old mansions left on the island. From
hand-made pasta with trout, baked lamb and
potatoes with cumin and tomatoes to sea bass
wrapped in vine leaves and cooked in a wood-fired
oven, everything here is exceptional. Worth the
drive out of town.
HoboÕs Steak House See p44.
for a great evening. A modern grill and meze
restaurant, with a beautifully lit garden in summer, it serves superb food ranging from succulent
steaks to fish dishes.
Agia Anna
I, Agnooumenou Andrea Georgiou St. Agia
Anna (22532500) Open Tue-Sat 8pm-12 midnight, Sun 12 noon-12 midnight.
A very pleasant place to try a traditional Cypriot
meze, this restaurant in a charming old house
near Agia Anna village will give you an authentic
taste of Cyprus and its cuisine. Make sure to
Taverna Kyra Giorgena
(See p40.) Grada (See p40.)
Paliomouktaros (See 940.)
Meze with music Ktima Georgiades (See p40.)
Fish CaptainÕs Table (See p42.)
Zefyros (See p42.)
By the sea Lush (See p44.)
Ammos Kitchen Bar (See p44.)
Larnaca
Larnaca
Marzano See p45.
a shop selling olive products, a donkey farm,
an oil packaging area and rooms to rent. Live
Greek music every Saturday with singer Stella
Georgiadou.
Kyra Georgaina
7, William Wire St. (24664978)
Open Tue- Sun 7pm-11pm.
This is a real gem of a restaurant, popular with
local residents who know an out- of-the-ordinary
meze when they see it and the one served here
can contain as many as 40 little dishes, each with
an imaginative twist. There’s a good variety of à
la carte options available too.
LuvSouvlaki
35, Athinon St. Phinikoudes (70000552)
A walk along the Phinikoudes seafront promenade
will certainly give you an appetite and this relative newcomer is just the place to satisfy your
appetite. There are platters for 1-4 people with
the full range of meat dishes but you can also
order individual pork or chicken kebab with or
without spicy sausages and the huge 500g pork
chop goes nicely with a cool beer.
Kyra Georgaina
Gefseis En Lefko
8, Piyale Pasha Ave. (24655664)
Open Tue-Sun 12 noon-4pm & 7pm-11pm.
In addition to delicious à la carte and meze dishes, and
live Greek music every Friday and Saturday night
in summer, the location of this Greek restaurant
means that you can gaze out to sea while enjoying
a glass of ouzo or the local spirit zivania.
Grada
5, Paideias St., Oroklini (24647122)
Open Mon-Sat 6.30pm-11pm, Sun lunch only.
Many local residents will tell you that this is the
best Cypriot restaurant in the Larnaca district,
possibly because of its incredible meze featuring
dozens if traditional Cypriot dishes with a twist.
Make sure you try the home-made prickly pear
liqueur before you leave.
Koutsonikolias
Kalo Chorio village (24361890, 99651818)
Open Mon-Sat 7.30pm-11.30pm.
An authentic tavern housed in an old village
coffee-shop, it uses seasonal recipes from the
Karpass peninsula, such as village salad with fresh
aubergines and mint, lamb and potatoes in tomato
sauce, snails, head of lamb and other unusual
delicacies. A fish meze also available.
Ktima Georgiades
Old Station, Skarinou village (24323222) Open
Daily 8am-11pm, Sat until 1.30am. Credit MC, DC, V.
This lovingly restored property contains more than
just a restaurant/tavern. It has a pretty garden
with orange trees, a café, a folk art museum,
42, Piyale Pasha Ave. (24655867) Open Daily
12.30pm-12 midnight (kitchen until 11.30pm).
Credit AmEx, MC, V.
Hugely popular with Larnaca residents, this
traditional Cypriot restaurant has a long history
(it first opened in Lysi village in 1934). Its traditional dishes cooked in a wood-fired oven and
meat dishes such as souvla are outstanding and
consistently high quality.
Larnaca
Larnaca
Militzis
Millosias Tavern
62, Archbishop Makarios III Ave., Aradippou
(24534060) Open Mon-Sat 6pm-11pm, Sun 12
noon-11pm.
This small tavern serving authentic home-made
Cypriot dishes and grills is located outside Larnaca at Aradippou. If it’s popular with Cypriot
diners, it certainly has something going for it.
Don’t leave without a spoon sweet or two and a
traditional Cyprus coffee.
Oraies Gefseis sto Alethrikon
4, Eirinis St., Alethriko (97774877)
The meze dishes start to arrive the moment you do,
starting with succulent kebabs and spicy sausages,
though you may be lucky to get seasonal treats
such as wild asparagus, snails, wild mushrooms,
game, etc. The desserts are heavenly, from the
home-made semolina and almond cake to traditional pancakes and a range of spoon sweets.
Paliomouktaros
12, Filiou Tsigarides St., Agios Theodoros
(24323323) Open Tue-Sun 7pm-12 midnight.
A popular traditional taverna set in pleasant green
surroundings in Agios Theodoros village. If you
don’t want the truly huge variety of dishes in
the meze, go for the cooked or grilled dishes,
preceded by some tasty local starters such as
tzatziki, tachini, olives, etc.
Ammos Kitchen Bar See p44.
a shop selling olive products, a donkey farm,
an oil packaging area and rooms to rent. Live
Greek music every Saturday with singer Stella
Georgiadou.
Kyra Georgaina
7, William Wire St. (24664978)
Open Tue- Sun 7pm-11pm.
This is a real gem of a restaurant, popular with
local residents who know an out- of-the-ordinary
meze when they see it and the one served here
can contain as many as 40 little dishes, each with
an imaginative twist. There’s a good variety of à
la carte options available too.
LuvSouvlaki
35, Athinon St. Phinikoudes (70000552)
A walk along the Phinikoudes seafront promenade
will certainly give you an appetite and this relative newcomer is just the place to satisfy your
appetite. There are platters for 1-4 people with
the full range of meat dishes but you can also
order individual pork or chicken kebab with or
without spicy sausages and the huge 500g pork
chop goes nicely with a cool beer.
Kyra Georgaina
Gefseis En Lefko
8, Piyale Pasha Ave. (24655664)
Open Tue-Sun 12 noon-4pm & 7pm-11pm.
In addition to delicious à la carte and meze dishes, and
live Greek music every Friday and Saturday night
in summer, the location of this Greek restaurant
means that you can gaze out to sea while enjoying
a glass of ouzo or the local spirit zivania.
Grada
5, Paideias St., Oroklini (24647122)
Open Mon-Sat 6.30pm-11pm, Sun lunch only.
Many local residents will tell you that this is the
best Cypriot restaurant in the Larnaca district,
possibly because of its incredible meze featuring
dozens if traditional Cypriot dishes with a twist.
Make sure you try the home-made prickly pear
liqueur before you leave.
Koutsonikolias
Kalo Chorio village (24361890, 99651818)
An authentic tavern housed in an old village
coffee-shop, it uses seasonal recipes from the
Karpass peninsula, such as village salad with fresh
aubergines and mint, lamb and potatoes in tomato
sauce, snails, head of lamb and other unusual
delicacies. A fish meze also available.
Ktima Georgiades
Old Station, Skarinou village (24323222) Open
Daily 8am-11pm, Sat until 1.30am. Credit MC, DC, V.
This lovingly restored property contains more than
just a restaurant/tavern. It has a pretty garden
with orange trees, a café, a folk art museum,
42, Piyale Pasha Ave. (24655867) Open Daily
12.30pm-12 midnight (kitchen until 11.30pm).
Credit AmEx, MC, V.
Hugely popular with Larnaca residents, this
traditional Cypriot restaurant has a long history
(it first opened in Lysi village in 1934). Its traditional dishes cooked in a wood-fired oven and
meat dishes such as souvla are outstanding and
consistently high quality.
Larnaca
Larnaca
Militzis
Millosias Tavern
62, Archbishop Makarios III Ave., Aradippou
(24534060) Open Mon-Sat 6pm-11pm, Sun 12
noon-11pm.
This small tavern serving authentic home-made
Cypriot dishes and grills is located outside Larnaca at Aradippou. If it’s popular with Cypriot
diners, it certainly has something going for it.
Don’t leave without a spoon sweet or two and a
traditional Cyprus coffee.
4, Eirinis St., Alethriko (97774877)
The meze dishes start to arrive the moment you do,
starting with succulent kebabs and spicy sausages,
though you may be lucky to get seasonal treats
such as wild asparagus, snails, wild mushrooms,
game, etc. The desserts are heavenly, from the
home-made semolina and almond cake to traditional pancakes and a range of spoon sweets.
Paliomouktaros
12, Filiou Tsigarides St., Agios Theodoros
(24323323) Open Tue-Sun 7pm-12 midnight.
A popular traditional taverna set in pleasant green
surroundings in Agios Theodoros village. If you
don’t want the truly huge variety of dishes in
the meze, go for the cooked or grilled dishes,
preceded by some tasty local starters such as
tzatziki, tachini, olives, etc.
Ammos Kitchen Bar See p44.
Larnaca
(To) Paradosiako
CaptainÕs Table
2, Sakaria St., Mackenzie area (24658318)
You have a choice of meat or fish meze in addition
to well-prepared à la carte options at reasonable
prices. The restaurant’s seaside location and
tranquil atmosphere make it an excellent choice
for a relaxing dinner.
midnight.
If you arrive with an appetite and time to spare,
an unending parade of fish meze dishes awaits
you. If time is of the essence, choose your fish
from the display cabinet and arrange for it to be
cooked exactly how you like it. Children will be
happy to play on the sand or in the sea which is
just a stone’s throw away.
Voreas
Ladas Fish Tavern
3, Agiou Demetriou St., Oroklini (24647177)
Open Mon-Sat 7pm-12 midnight, Sun 12 noon12 midnight.
An award-winning traditional tavern serving an
excellent 30-dish meat meze that includes some
memorable lamb chops, a great lamb kebab,
fabulous stifado and many more exquisite Cypriot
dishes. It’s not far to Oroklini and it’s definitely
worth the effort.
Fish
CaptainÕs Table
48, Grigoris Afxentiou St. Zygi (24333737)
Open Daily 12pm-11pm.
The menu at this popular, upscale venue, located
right next to the old harbour, features fresh and
imported fish, as well as special dishes such as steak
and venison. A great sea view adds to the experience.
Reservations are recommended at weekends.
Kathari Kardia
Grigoris Afxentiou Ave. & 20 Constantinople
St, Zygi (24332415) Open Wed-Sun 11am-12
Zygiana
Open Daily 12 noon-10.30pm.
Another place at Zygi that serves a fish meze with all
the fish and seafood dishes you could possibly want
and then some. Located just metres away from the
clear blue Mediterranean, it also offers an a la carte
menu including fresh squid, succulent red mullet
and sea bream, either grilled or fried.
Zygi-Larnaka coast road (24817300, 99681261)
One of the best-known and longest-established
fish taverns on the island,offers an excellent fish
meze or your own choice of the day’s fresh catch.
Enjoy your meal on the outdoor terrace which
has a great sea view.
Indian
Masalas
Loizos Koumbaris Fish Tavern
34, Grigoris Afxentiou St., Zygi (24332450)
One of the best at Zygi, this unpretentious place
offers a good quality fish meze, with large portions
at reasonable prices. Reser vations are recommended, particularly at weekends when it can
be very crowded.
Santa Elena
4, Apostolou Varnava St., Zygi (24332203)
Housed in a restored warehouse complex opposite the village church, it offers both indoor and
outdoor dining areas. Choose between the rich
meze and the fresh catch of the day at reasonable
prices. Cypriot sweets make a great dessert.
Masalas
Zefyros
37, Piyale Pasha Ave. (24657198) Open TueSun 12 noon-4pm & 6pm-11.30pm.
Larnaca residents who don’t want to drive to Zygi
invariably choose Zefyros which stands beside the
small harbour where, if you’re up early, you can
see the fishermen returning with their catches
daily. It serves a simple yet substantial fish meze
that includes a few unusual dishes. Its fresh squid
and red mullet are also extremely popular.
10, Ithakis St., Dhekelia Road (24644950)
Open Mon-Sat, 6pm-11.30pm.
There are few restaurants in Cyprus that garner
nothing but positive reviews but this is one of
them. It offers an impressively wide selection of
aromatic, spicy dishes, all cooked to perfection.
Guaranteed to please even the most demanding
Indian food lovers.
International
1900 Art Caf
6, Stasinou Ave. (24653027) Open Daily 6pm1am. Credit MC, V.
The atmosphere is decidedly warm and cosy,
thanks to its wooden floors and fireplace in winter.
With walls covered in paintings, it’s an unusual
place and a great choice for a delicious dinner or
even a romantic date with your partner.
Larnaca
Paliomouktaros See p40.
Larnaca
(To) Paradosiako
CaptainÕs Table
2, Sakaria St., Mackenzie area (24658318)
You have a choice of meat or fish meze in addition
to well-prepared à la carte options at reasonable
prices. The restaurant’s seaside location and
tranquil atmosphere make it an excellent choice
for a relaxing dinner.
midnight.
If you arrive with an appetite and time to spare,
an unending parade of fish meze dishes awaits
you. If time is of the essence, choose your fish
from the display cabinet and arrange for it to be
cooked exactly how you like it. Children will be
happy to play on the sand or in the sea which is
just a stone’s throw away.
Voreas
Ladas Fish Tavern
3, Agiou Demetriou St., Oroklini (24647177)
Open Mon-Sat 7pm-12 midnight, Sun 12 noon12 midnight.
An award-winning traditional tavern serving an
excellent 30-dish meat meze that includes some
memorable lamb chops, a great lamb kebab,
fabulous stifado and many more exquisite Cypriot
dishes. It’s not far to Oroklini and it’s definitely
worth the effort.
Fish
CaptainÕs Table
The menu at this popular, upscale venue, located
right next to the old harbour, features fresh and
imported fish, as well as special dishes such as steak
and venison. A great sea view adds to the experience.
Reservations are recommended at weekends.
Kathari Kardia
Grigoris Afxentiou Ave. & 20 Constantinople
St, Zygi (24332415) Open Wed-Sun 11am-12
Zygiana
Open Daily 12 noon-10.30pm.
Another place at Zygi that serves a fish meze with all
the fish and seafood dishes you could possibly want
and then some. Located just metres away from the
clear blue Mediterranean, it also offers an a la carte
menu including fresh squid, succulent red mullet
and sea bream, either grilled or fried.
Zygi-Larnaka coast road (24817300, 99681261)
One of the best-known and longest-established
fish taverns on the island,offers an excellent fish
meze or your own choice of the day’s fresh catch.
Enjoy your meal on the outdoor terrace which
has a great sea view.
Indian
Masalas
34, Grigoris Afxentiou St., Zygi (24332450)
One of the best at Zygi, this unpretentious place
offers a good quality fish meze, with large portions
at reasonable prices. Reser vations are recommended, particularly at weekends when it can
be very crowded.
Santa Elena
4, Apostolou Varnava St., Zygi (24332203)
Housed in a restored warehouse complex opposite the village church, it offers both indoor and
outdoor dining areas. Choose between the rich
meze and the fresh catch of the day at reasonable
prices. Cypriot sweets make a great dessert.
Masalas
Zefyros
37, Piyale Pasha Ave. (24657198) Open TueSun 12 noon-4pm & 6pm-11.30pm.
Larnaca residents who don’t want to drive to Zygi
invariably choose Zefyros which stands beside the
small harbour where, if you’re up early, you can
see the fishermen returning with their catches
daily. It serves a simple yet substantial fish meze
that includes a few unusual dishes. Its fresh squid
and red mullet are also extremely popular.
10, Ithakis St., Dhekelia Road (24644950)
Open Mon-Sat, 6pm-11.30pm.
There are few restaurants in Cyprus that garner
nothing but positive reviews but this is one of
them. It offers an impressively wide selection of
aromatic, spicy dishes, all cooked to perfection.
Guaranteed to please even the most demanding
Indian food lovers.
International
1900 Art Caf
6, Stasinou Ave. (24653027) Open Daily 6pm1am. Credit MC, V.
The atmosphere is decidedly warm and cosy,
thanks to its wooden floors and fireplace in winter.
With walls covered in paintings, it’s an unusual
place and a great choice for a delicious dinner or
even a romantic date with your partner.
Larnaca
Paliomouktaros See p40.
Housed in a renovated traditional house, and with
outdoor dining in its lovely walled garden area during
the summer months, this is another long-established
steak house that never loses its customers. It serves
an excellent selection of platters and has a good wine
list. Reservations recommended.
FinniganÕs Bar and Restaurant
K-MAX Bowling Centre, 1, Peloponissou St.
(77778393) Open Mon-Fri 6pm-1am, Sat 5pm1am, Sun 12 noon-1am.
Serving a wide range of steaks, grills, salads &
much more, this restaurant also offers elegant surroundings and impeccable service. The adjacent
Finnigans Irish Bar is divided into two sections:
the modern Celtic area and the Brewery quarter,
which is dominated by brass and copper in true
Irish bar tradition.
Galu Seaside
Taipei Town See p38.
Mackenzie Beach (24828844) Open Daily
10am-2am.
They say that the original is the best and Ammos
was the first in the now incredibly popular Mackenzie Beach area. This excellent all-day barrestaurant is the place to work up an appetite
with a swim and then satisfy it with a home-made
burger or an excellent Samurai sushi platter. Don’t
miss the superb cocktails.
HoboÕs Steak House
(The) Bailey Irish Pub & Restaurant
8, Samou St., Dhekelia Road (opp. Golden
Bay Hotel) (24646777) Open Daily 1pm-12
midnight.
This elegant venue located on the seafront hotel road
leading from Larnaca to Dhekelia offers great food,
fantastic service, and a pleasant environment. In the
summer, outdoor dining here is perfect. The set
menus are very popular while the à la carte options
include a highly-recommended Steak Diane.
36, Athinon Ave., Phinikoudes (70004474)
Open Daily 8am-2am (kitchen until midnight).
An Irish café-pub on the Phinikoudes Promenade,
ser ving a wide selection of tasty international
dishes. Live Greek and English music makes
for a lively atmosphere and an interesting mixed
clientele. If beer is your thing, this is the place.
(The) Brewery
14, Athinon Ave., Phinikoudes (24652584) Open
Mon-Sat 4pm-12 midnight, Sun 11am-12 midnight.
Housed on the first floor above a separately-owned
café/bar, it is an extremely popular venue on the
promenade. Reservations are recommended, especially in summer. The menu features a good selection of special cuts as well as flambé steaks.
La Veranda
As the name suggests, there is a great variety
of beers on offer here – try and book one of the
two tables offering self-service draft beer. The
atmosphere is lively and the extensive menu
features some great international dishes and
tasty light meals.
Lush
CambanellaÕs Steak Restaurant
Surf & Turf
Ithakis St. (opp. Palm Beach Hotel) (24647877)
The fresh Argentine grilled steak here is highly
recommended and it’s not the only item on the
extensive menu that has had people returning time
and again for more than a decade. An authentic
steak house and one of the best on the island.
Campanario Steak House
10, Nicodemou Mylona St. (24626110)
Open Mon-Sat 6.30pm-11pm.
10am-12 midnight.
A hugely popular all-day restaurant, beside the
sea on one of the island’s best beaches, serves
delicious cuisine from around the world. Later you
can dance the night away to the DJ sounds but
don’t forget to try one of the fancy cocktails.
Piyale Pasha St., Mackenzie Beach area
(24656647) Open Daily 9am-12am. Snacks €5.
Pretty décor and a sea view from cosmopolitan
Mackenzie Beach. Serving an impressive range
of Mediterranean meals of starters, salads, meat,
poultry and fish dishes and desserts.
T.G.I. FridayÕs
Open Sun-Fri 12 noon-12 midnight.
This branch of the successful American chain
Ktima Georgiades See p40.
Larnaca
Larnaca
Ammos Kitchen Bar
34, Mesopotamia St., Oroklini (24824100)
This multifunctional venue right on Oroklini beach
has a decidedly Greek island atmosphere and that
is reflected in the menu featuring creative Greek
cuisine. Try the braised lamb with potato puree
and grilled vegetables.
offers great views and the familiar quirky TGI
Fridays décor. It serves consistently good food,
great cocktails in huge glasses, and dangerously
delicious desserts.
Italian/Mediterranean
Lord Kitchener
Village Square, Psematismenos (24333484)
Open Wed-Sat 7pm-11pm, Sun 12 noon-4pm.
One of the best-kept secrets in Cyprus, this fabulous family-run restaurant housed in a traditional
building with a wonderfully warm atmosphere
serves superb, inventive Mediterranean dishes
made with fresh, locally-grown ingredients and
vegetables.
Marzano
Archbishop Makarios III Ave. & 4, Kalogreon St.
Part of the well-known chain, this Italian restaurant
even stands out from the other Marzano outlets
around the island, and not only thanks to the
impressive restored building it is housed in. From
the main dining room you can observe the open
kitchen where the chefs can be seen preparing
your order. Reservations recommended.
Japanese
Kansui
Aldiana Hotel, Alaminos (24849010)
Open Fri-Sat 8pm-12 midnight.
Located within the Aldiana Hotel, the restaurant
has tasteful surroundings and elegant minimalist
Grada See p40.
décor. Have a glass of sake followed by prawn
crackers, sashimi and sushi, but leave room
for the crispy duck and salmon tataki. Fried ice
cream is a fabulous dessert with which to end
your Japanese evening.
Housed in a renovated traditional house, and with
outdoor dining in its lovely walled garden area during
the summer months, this is another long-established
steak house that never loses its customers. It serves
an excellent selection of platters and has a good wine
list. Reservations recommended.
FinniganÕs Bar and Restaurant
K-MAX Bowling Centre, 1, Peloponissou St.
(77778393) Open Mon-Fri 6pm-1am, Sat 5pm1am, Sun 12 noon-1am.
Serving a wide range of steaks, grills, salads &
much more, this restaurant also offers elegant surroundings and impeccable service. The adjacent
Finnigans Irish Bar is divided into two sections:
the modern Celtic area and the Brewery quarter,
which is dominated by brass and copper in true
Irish bar tradition.
Galu Seaside
Taipei Town See p38.
10am-2am.
They say that the original is the best and Ammos
was the first in the now incredibly popular Mackenzie Beach area. This excellent all-day barrestaurant is the place to work up an appetite
with a swim and then satisfy it with a home-made
burger or an excellent Samurai sushi platter. Don’t
miss the superb cocktails.
HoboÕs Steak House
(The) Bailey Irish Pub & Restaurant
8, Samou St., Dhekelia Road (opp. Golden
Bay Hotel) (24646777) Open Daily 1pm-12
midnight.
This elegant venue located on the seafront hotel road
leading from Larnaca to Dhekelia offers great food,
fantastic service, and a pleasant environment. In the
summer, outdoor dining here is perfect. The set
menus are very popular while the à la carte options
include a highly-recommended Steak Diane.
An Irish café-pub on the Phinikoudes Promenade,
ser ving a wide selection of tasty international
dishes. Live Greek and English music makes
for a lively atmosphere and an interesting mixed
clientele. If beer is your thing, this is the place.
(The) Brewery
14, Athinon Ave., Phinikoudes (24652584) Open
Mon-Sat 4pm-12 midnight, Sun 11am-12 midnight.
Housed on the first floor above a separately-owned
café/bar, it is an extremely popular venue on the
promenade. Reservations are recommended, especially in summer. The menu features a good selection of special cuts as well as flambé steaks.
La Veranda
As the name suggests, there is a great variety
of beers on offer here – try and book one of the
two tables offering self-service draft beer. The
atmosphere is lively and the extensive menu
features some great international dishes and
tasty light meals.
Lush
Surf & Turf
Ithakis St. (opp. Palm Beach Hotel) (24647877)
The fresh Argentine grilled steak here is highly
recommended and it’s not the only item on the
extensive menu that has had people returning time
and again for more than a decade. An authentic
steak house and one of the best on the island.
Campanario Steak House
10, Nicodemou Mylona St. (24626110)
10am-12 midnight.
A hugely popular all-day restaurant, beside the
sea on one of the island’s best beaches, serves
delicious cuisine from around the world. Later you
can dance the night away to the DJ sounds but
don’t forget to try one of the fancy cocktails.
Piyale Pasha St., Mackenzie Beach area
(24656647) Open Daily 9am-12am. Snacks €5.
Pretty décor and a sea view from cosmopolitan
Mackenzie Beach. Serving an impressive range
of Mediterranean meals of starters, salads, meat,
poultry and fish dishes and desserts.
T.G.I. FridayÕs
Open Sun-Fri 12 noon-12 midnight.
This branch of the successful American chain
Ktima Georgiades See p40.
Larnaca
Larnaca
Ammos Kitchen Bar
34, Mesopotamia St., Oroklini (24824100)
This multifunctional venue right on Oroklini beach
has a decidedly Greek island atmosphere and that
is reflected in the menu featuring creative Greek
cuisine. Try the braised lamb with potato puree
and grilled vegetables.
offers great views and the familiar quirky TGI
Fridays décor. It serves consistently good food,
great cocktails in huge glasses, and dangerously
delicious desserts.
Lord Kitchener
Village Square, Psematismenos (24333484)
Open Wed-Sat 7pm-11pm, Sun 12 noon-4pm.
One of the best-kept secrets in Cyprus, this fabulous family-run restaurant housed in a traditional
building with a wonderfully warm atmosphere
serves superb, inventive Mediterranean dishes
made with fresh, locally-grown ingredients and
vegetables.
Marzano
Archbishop Makarios III Ave. & 4, Kalogreon St.
Part of the well-known chain, this Italian restaurant
even stands out from the other Marzano outlets
around the island, and not only thanks to the
impressive restored building it is housed in. From
the main dining room you can observe the open
kitchen where the chefs can be seen preparing
your order. Reservations recommended.
Japanese
Kansui
Aldiana Hotel, Alaminos (24849010)
Open Fri-Sat 8pm-12 midnight.
Located within the Aldiana Hotel, the restaurant
has tasteful surroundings and elegant minimalist
Grada See p40.
décor. Have a glass of sake followed by prawn
crackers, sashimi and sushi, but leave room
for the crispy duck and salmon tataki. Fried ice
cream is a fabulous dessert with which to end
your Japanese evening.
Paphos
Boulevard Bistro Wine Bar
The Paphos restaurant scene has developed by leaps and bounds in
recent years thanks in part to the hundreds of thousands of foreign
visitors from all over the world, for whom superb eateries are springing
up in the seaside resort proper and across the district. Kathikas village
is a haven of traditional tavernas, while the fishing village of Latchi,
where only the freshest catch of the day is served all year round, should
be at the top of your Ôto visitÕ list.
Asian
Asiachi
Amathus Beach Hotel, Poseidon Ave.
(26883300) Open Daily 7pm-10pm.
This Pan-Asian dining restaurant, which began
here and has since expanded to Limassol, features
an eclectic menu of delectable Asian cuisine
and inspired sushi creations. The restaurant
has clean, modern lines which complement the
high quality dishes. Attentive service. Definitely
worth a visit.
Asian Corner
Village Square, Aphrodite Hills (26828043)
Open Daily 6pm-12 midnight, Wed closed.
Offering a fusion of Japanese sushi and Chinese
cuisine, plus Thai dishes, the fresh ingredients
here will soon get your taste buds working. Excellent service, delectable food and a great ambience.
Highly recommended.
ChloeÕs No1
13, Poseidon Ave. (26934676) Open MonSat 12 noon-3pm & 6pm-11pm (kitchen until
11pm), Sun evenings only.
This restaurant is well-known for its authentic décor,
extensive wine list and solid menu with something
for every palate. Extremely popular with Cypriot
diners, which is always a good sign.
Gold Sakura
Agiou Antoniou St & Poseidon Ave. (26947492)
Open Daily 6pm-11.30pm.
The futuristic décor won’t fail to impress you but it
is the large variety of sushi, especially the salmon
and mango maki, that will convince you. As a
main course you can’t go wrong with a marinated
chicken skewer with lemon and coriander sauce.
Reservations recommended Fri-Sat.
Imperial
18, Poseidon Ave. (26954010) Open Daily
6pm-11pm.
This family-owned/run restaurant is a very popular
choice with local residents and the food is as enjoyable as the atmosphere. Try the establishment’s
most popular dish: beef with spring onions. You
might like to order sauces without sugar which
is often added to better suit the Cypriot palate.
Reservations advised
Notios
Almyra Hotel, 12, Poseidon Ave. (26888700)
Open Daily 12.30pm-3.30pm & 7pm-10pm.
Experience the purity of Japanese food combined
with sensuous Mediterranean flavours at Notios.
Executive Chef Rob Shipman loves experimenting
but is equally passionate about simple, honest food.
The result: exciting, modern cuisine underpinned
with culinary integrity.
Oriental Sushi Bar
Elysium Hotel, Vasilissis Verenikis St.
Sushi and sashimi delights are of fered in a
secluded spot off the main cloister leading to the
Epicurean Restaurant inside the Elysium Hotel.
Traditional divans covered in oriental rugs and
hanging wall mosaics add to the character of the
room whilst a series of illuminated alcoves within
the arches enhance this relaxing atmosphere.
Phuket
44, Tombs of the Kings Rd. (26936738) Open
Daily 6.30pm-11.30pm.
Phuket has been around for many years and
thanks to frequent updating, it remains one of
the longest enduring establishments in Paphos,
serving a blend of Chinese and Thai cuisine. It’s
especially popular with the British ex-pat community thanks to its consistently good food. The
seafood dishes should not be overlooked.
Caf/Bar/Restaurant
Titania Court, Kennedy Square (26910871).
Open Daily 8am-2am.
The bistro wine bar concept works, inviting you to
try everything from classic tapas dishes to international flavours aimed at all tastes and pockets.
In the evening funky jazz adds to the atmosphere
and you’ll be tempted to have another glass from
the very good value wine list.
La Place Royale
1, Poseidon Ave. (26933995) Open Daily 9am12 midnight.
Serving a wide variety of fresh juices, hot and cold
Fine Dining Risto La Piazza
(See p53.)
Wine Bar Boulevard Bistro
Wine Bar (See p47.)
Wine Tasting Vouni Panayias
Winery (See p49.)
By the sea Notios (See p47.)
Great View Muse (See p48.)
Paphos
Paphos
Gold Sakura
Paphos
The Paphos restaurant scene has developed by leaps and bounds in
recent years thanks in part to the hundreds of thousands of foreign
visitors from all over the world, for whom superb eateries are springing
up in the seaside resort proper and across the district. Kathikas village
is a haven of traditional tavernas, while the fishing village of Latchi,
where only the freshest catch of the day is served all year round, should
be at the top of your Ôto visitÕ list.
Asian
Asiachi
Amathus Beach Hotel, Poseidon Ave.
This Pan-Asian dining restaurant, which began
here and has since expanded to Limassol, features
an eclectic menu of delectable Asian cuisine
and inspired sushi creations. The restaurant
has clean, modern lines which complement the
high quality dishes. Attentive service. Definitely
worth a visit.
Asian Corner
Village Square, Aphrodite Hills (26828043)
Open Daily 6pm-12 midnight, Wed closed.
Offering a fusion of Japanese sushi and Chinese
cuisine, plus Thai dishes, the fresh ingredients
here will soon get your taste buds working. Excellent service, delectable food and a great ambience.
Highly recommended.
ChloeÕs No1
13, Poseidon Ave. (26934676) Open MonSat 12 noon-3pm & 6pm-11pm (kitchen until
11pm), Sun evenings only.
This restaurant is well-known for its authentic décor,
extensive wine list and solid menu with something
for every palate. Extremely popular with Cypriot
diners, which is always a good sign.
Gold Sakura
Agiou Antoniou St & Poseidon Ave. (26947492)
Open Daily 6pm-11.30pm.
The futuristic décor won’t fail to impress you but it
is the large variety of sushi, especially the salmon
and mango maki, that will convince you. As a
main course you can’t go wrong with a marinated
chicken skewer with lemon and coriander sauce.
Reservations recommended Fri-Sat.
Imperial
6pm-11pm.
This family-owned/run restaurant is a very popular
choice with local residents and the food is as enjoyable as the atmosphere. Try the establishment’s
most popular dish: beef with spring onions. You
might like to order sauces without sugar which
is often added to better suit the Cypriot palate.
Reservations advised
Notios
Almyra Hotel, 12, Poseidon Ave. (26888700)
Open Daily 12.30pm-3.30pm & 7pm-10pm.
Experience the purity of Japanese food combined
with sensuous Mediterranean flavours at Notios.
Executive Chef Rob Shipman loves experimenting
but is equally passionate about simple, honest food.
The result: exciting, modern cuisine underpinned
with culinary integrity.
Oriental Sushi Bar
Elysium Hotel, Vasilissis Verenikis St.
Sushi and sashimi delights are of fered in a
secluded spot off the main cloister leading to the
Epicurean Restaurant inside the Elysium Hotel.
Traditional divans covered in oriental rugs and
hanging wall mosaics add to the character of the
room whilst a series of illuminated alcoves within
the arches enhance this relaxing atmosphere.
Phuket
44, Tombs of the Kings Rd. (26936738) Open
Daily 6.30pm-11.30pm.
Phuket has been around for many years and
thanks to frequent updating, it remains one of
the longest enduring establishments in Paphos,
serving a blend of Chinese and Thai cuisine. It’s
especially popular with the British ex-pat community thanks to its consistently good food. The
seafood dishes should not be overlooked.
Caf/Bar/Restaurant
Titania Court, Kennedy Square (26910871).
Open Daily 8am-2am.
The bistro wine bar concept works, inviting you to
try everything from classic tapas dishes to international flavours aimed at all tastes and pockets.
In the evening funky jazz adds to the atmosphere
and you’ll be tempted to have another glass from
the very good value wine list.
La Place Royale
1, Poseidon Ave. (26933995) Open Daily 9am12 midnight.
Serving a wide variety of fresh juices, hot and cold
Fine Dining Risto La Piazza
(See p53.)
Wine Bar Boulevard Bistro
Wine Bar (See p47.)
Wine Tasting Vouni Panayias
Winery (See p49.)
By the sea Notios (See p47.)
Great View Muse (See p48.)
Paphos
Paphos
Gold Sakura
restaurants in Paphos. The proprietor is a prolific artist and each room is decorated with his
paintings. The courtyard is an oasis of beauty
and charm, and the food is delicious and plentiful. Traditional dishes sit happily alongside the
owner’s newer creations.
Konia Tavern
Konia village (opp. the main church)
(99622705, 99864807) Open Mon-Sat 7pm-12
midnight. Credit No.
A simple taverna serving fresh, seasonal food,
it is invariably packed with local residents and
visitors alike, especially during the summer
months so it’s best to book. Generous portions,
consistently delicious dishes and incredible value
or money.
Laona
6, Votsi St., Ktima (26937121) Open Daily
8am-4pm.
Ticked away on a side street in the heart of the
old town, this traditional family-run Cypriot taverna ser ving mouthwatering freshly cooked
Cypriot food is a real gem. Sit in the shade at
an outside table and savour lovingly created
authentic traditional dishes. You’ll be given a
warm welcome too.
Letymbou
drinks, French pastries, sweet and savoury crêpes,
salads, hot and cold snacks and sandwiches, this
place’s central location makes it a perfect place to
relax and enjoy a spot of people-watching.
Muse
Mousalla area (26941951) Open Daily 9am-2am.
There’s a fabulous view of Paphos town from
up here at any time of day and plenty of choice
when it comes to food, from platters to share,
superb home-made burgers, fresh pasta dishes
and main courses such as the six cheese chicken
or pork chops with pesto sauce. For those who
are calorie-counting, there are four lighter dishes
to choose from.
Cypriot/ Greek
Araouzos Taverna
17, Georgiou Kleanthous St., Kathikas village
(26632076, 99186496) Open Daily 12.30am11.30pm.
Like many other establishments in Kathikas, the
building housing this tavern has been beautifully
restored. Traditional tools and artefacts decorate
the stone interior. The traditional Cypriot dishes
are flavoursome and satisfying.
Farmyard
14, Kato Vrysi St., Kathikas village (26632745)
Open Daily 10am-10.30pm.
The meat and the mixed meze, as well as the
steaks that are cooked to your precise specifications, are this restaurant’s trump card but there
are set menus for all tastes and budgets too.
FettaÕs Corner
33, Ioannis Agrotis St. (26937822, 99586099)
Enjoy a traditional Cypriot experience with the
20-dish meze. Ribs, pork in wine, liver… the list
goes on and everything on it is delicious. The thing
to remember as they keep coming is to take things
slowly. The family-produced wine is a must.
ImogenÕs Inn
Georgiou Kleanthous St., Kathikas village
(26632954) Open Daily 10.30am-3pm &
6.30pm-12 midnight, Wed closed (Mar-Nov).
This place is really great value for money and, not
surprisingly, it’s popular with locals and repeat
visitors alike. The food is superb and the menu,
with touches of Cypriot history, is very interesting.
The friendly service and the beautiful garden make
the dining experience even more special.
Karvounogonia
101, Nicolaou Ellina St., Emba village
Take a drive out of town to the village of Emba
where this family-run tavern awaits with its checked
tablecloths under the sycamore tree. Freshly-made
salad and starters will give you an appetite for the
grilled goodies that follow, including tender cubes of
pork, home-made spicy sausages, ribs and halloumi
cheese. Great value.
Kinyras
91, Archbishop Makarios III Ave.(26941604)
Located in the heart of Ktima – the old part of
town – this is one of the oldest family-run hotel
40, Ellados St., Letymbou village (26642614)
Open Daily 10am-12 midnight, Sun 10am-4pm.
At the heart of Letymbou village lies this traditional
tavern serving a seemingly endless (25-dish) meze
and much more, including dishes with an international twist which will delight the gourmets.
Mandra Tavern
4, Dionysou St., Kato Pafos (26934129)
Open Daily 6pm-11pm, Fri-Sat 6pm-late.
A popular destination with visitors to the island,
this well-established tavern consistently delivers
good quality food in the form of an excellent meat
meze and other meat dishes such as spit-roast and
slow-cooked lamb., Live music Fri-Sat.
Melitzia Tavern
4, Grivas Dighenis Ave., Tala village (26652979)
Open Mon-Sat 4pm-11pm. Credit MC, V.
This popular taverna in the heart of Tala village
is a great favourite with British ex-pats and not
only. Owner Savvas is the host and his wife Maria
cooks a great value-for-money meze as well as
slow-cooked lamb, rabbit stew and sea bream
or fish lovers. A bottle of local wine goes down
well. As Melitzia has such a fine reputation, it’s
best to book ahead.
Mylos Restaurant
Pano Gialia (Gialia-Stavros road)(26342676,
99612368) Open Daily 11am-late. Credit
None accepted.
Mylos is the place to enjoy the real Cyprus.
Sit on the veranda, breathe in the scent of wild
herbs and admire the scenery. The family-owned
restaurant ser ves excellent traditional dishes
including delicious spicy sausages. It’s something
of a well-kept secret and off the beaten track but
definitely worth a visit.
Petradaki Tavern
45, Kato Vrisi St., Kathikas village (26814191)
The Sunday lunch buf fet is especially popular at this family-run restaurant but for superb
Cypriot and international dishes any day, this is
yet another great restaurant in Kathikas village.
Booking advised.
Three Little Pigs (Ta Tria Gourounakia)
14, Tombs of the Kings Road (70003233)
This small grill house run by two young cousins is a
friendly place to eat and, of course, pork dishes figure
large on the menu, though there is more. Start with
a salad and some dips before moving on to the pork
or chicken kebabs and spicy sausages.
Viklari Observation Point Restaurant
Akamas (99489000, 26991088) Open summer
only Credit No.
Viklari sits high on a hill in the Akamas peninsula
so it’s a great place to stop for lunch when you’re
exploring the area and to take in the breathtaking
sea view. This family-run taverna has a very basic
menu of chicken or meat souvla, kebabs, salad,
potatoes and bread but the food is good and the
décor is unique.
Vouni Panayia Winery
60, Archbishop Makarios III Ave., Pano Panayia
(26722770/99453138) Open Daily 12 noon-3pm.
When visiting this, one of the most attractive
wineries on the island, in the picturesque village
of Panayia, you can not only watch the production
of the traditional palouzes and soujoukos and
enjoy wine tasting, but if you’ve booked ahead,
savour a lunch of traditional Cypriot dishes. A
great experience.
Paphos
Paphos
Muse
Leander Restaurant See p52.
restaurants in Paphos. The proprietor is a prolific artist and each room is decorated with his
paintings. The courtyard is an oasis of beauty
and charm, and the food is delicious and plentiful. Traditional dishes sit happily alongside the
owner’s newer creations.
Konia Tavern
Konia village (opp. the main church)
(99622705, 99864807) Open Mon-Sat 7pm-12
midnight. Credit No.
A simple taverna serving fresh, seasonal food,
it is invariably packed with local residents and
visitors alike, especially during the summer
months so it’s best to book. Generous portions,
consistently delicious dishes and incredible value
or money.
Laona
6, Votsi St., Ktima (26937121) Open Daily
8am-4pm.
Ticked away on a side street in the heart of the
old town, this traditional family-run Cypriot taverna ser ving mouthwatering freshly cooked
Cypriot food is a real gem. Sit in the shade at
an outside table and savour lovingly created
authentic traditional dishes. You’ll be given a
warm welcome too.
Letymbou
drinks, French pastries, sweet and savoury crêpes,
salads, hot and cold snacks and sandwiches, this
place’s central location makes it a perfect place to
relax and enjoy a spot of people-watching.
Muse
Mousalla area (26941951) Open Daily 9am-2am.
There’s a fabulous view of Paphos town from
up here at any time of day and plenty of choice
when it comes to food, from platters to share,
superb home-made burgers, fresh pasta dishes
and main courses such as the six cheese chicken
or pork chops with pesto sauce. For those who
are calorie-counting, there are four lighter dishes
to choose from.
Cypriot/ Greek
Araouzos Taverna
(26632076, 99186496) Open Daily 12.30am11.30pm.
Like many other establishments in Kathikas, the
building housing this tavern has been beautifully
restored. Traditional tools and artefacts decorate
the stone interior. The traditional Cypriot dishes
are flavoursome and satisfying.
Farmyard
14, Kato Vrysi St., Kathikas village (26632745)
Open Daily 10am-10.30pm.
The meat and the mixed meze, as well as the
steaks that are cooked to your precise specifications, are this restaurant’s trump card but there
are set menus for all tastes and budgets too.
FettaÕs Corner
33, Ioannis Agrotis St. (26937822, 99586099)
Enjoy a traditional Cypriot experience with the
20-dish meze. Ribs, pork in wine, liver… the list
goes on and everything on it is delicious. The thing
to remember as they keep coming is to take things
slowly. The family-produced wine is a must.
ImogenÕs Inn
Georgiou Kleanthous St., Kathikas village
(26632954) Open Daily 10.30am-3pm &
6.30pm-12 midnight, Wed closed (Mar-Nov).
This place is really great value for money and, not
surprisingly, it’s popular with locals and repeat
visitors alike. The food is superb and the menu,
with touches of Cypriot history, is very interesting.
The friendly service and the beautiful garden make
the dining experience even more special.
Karvounogonia
101, Nicolaou Ellina St., Emba village
Take a drive out of town to the village of Emba
where this family-run tavern awaits with its checked
tablecloths under the sycamore tree. Freshly-made
salad and starters will give you an appetite for the
grilled goodies that follow, including tender cubes of
pork, home-made spicy sausages, ribs and halloumi
cheese. Great value.
Kinyras
91, Archbishop Makarios III Ave.(26941604)
Located in the heart of Ktima – the old part of
town – this is one of the oldest family-run hotel
40, Ellados St., Letymbou village (26642614)
Open Daily 10am-12 midnight, Sun 10am-4pm.
At the heart of Letymbou village lies this traditional
tavern serving a seemingly endless (25-dish) meze
and much more, including dishes with an international twist which will delight the gourmets.
Mandra Tavern
4, Dionysou St., Kato Pafos (26934129)
Open Daily 6pm-11pm, Fri-Sat 6pm-late.
A popular destination with visitors to the island,
this well-established tavern consistently delivers
good quality food in the form of an excellent meat
meze and other meat dishes such as spit-roast and
slow-cooked lamb., Live music Fri-Sat.
Melitzia Tavern
4, Grivas Dighenis Ave., Tala village (26652979)
Open Mon-Sat 4pm-11pm. Credit MC, V.
This popular taverna in the heart of Tala village
is a great favourite with British ex-pats and not
only. Owner Savvas is the host and his wife Maria
cooks a great value-for-money meze as well as
slow-cooked lamb, rabbit stew and sea bream
or fish lovers. A bottle of local wine goes down
well. As Melitzia has such a fine reputation, it’s
best to book ahead.
Mylos Restaurant
Pano Gialia (Gialia-Stavros road)(26342676,
99612368) Open Daily 11am-late. Credit
None accepted.
Mylos is the place to enjoy the real Cyprus.
Sit on the veranda, breathe in the scent of wild
herbs and admire the scenery. The family-owned
restaurant ser ves excellent traditional dishes
including delicious spicy sausages. It’s something
of a well-kept secret and off the beaten track but
definitely worth a visit.
Petradaki Tavern
45, Kato Vrisi St., Kathikas village (26814191)
The Sunday lunch buf fet is especially popular at this family-run restaurant but for superb
Cypriot and international dishes any day, this is
yet another great restaurant in Kathikas village.
Booking advised.
Three Little Pigs (Ta Tria Gourounakia)
14, Tombs of the Kings Road (70003233)
This small grill house run by two young cousins is a
friendly place to eat and, of course, pork dishes figure
large on the menu, though there is more. Start with
a salad and some dips before moving on to the pork
or chicken kebabs and spicy sausages.
Viklari Observation Point Restaurant
Akamas (99489000, 26991088) Open summer
only Credit No.
Viklari sits high on a hill in the Akamas peninsula
so it’s a great place to stop for lunch when you’re
exploring the area and to take in the breathtaking
sea view. This family-run taverna has a very basic
menu of chicken or meat souvla, kebabs, salad,
potatoes and bread but the food is good and the
décor is unique.
Vouni Panayia Winery
60, Archbishop Makarios III Ave., Pano Panayia
(26722770/99453138) Open Daily 12 noon-3pm.
When visiting this, one of the most attractive
wineries on the island, in the picturesque village
of Panayia, you can not only watch the production
of the traditional palouzes and soujoukos and
enjoy wine tasting, but if you’ve booked ahead,
savour a lunch of traditional Cypriot dishes. A
great experience.
Paphos
Paphos
Muse
Leander Restaurant See p52.
Tirimos
71, Agapinoros St. (26942846) Open Daily 12
noon-12 midnight.
This is one place where you can trust the owner
blindly on the matter of freshness since it is he
and his family who are out in their fishing boats
catching it every day. The marine-inspired décor
will intensify your mood for the fish and seafood
treats awaiting you.
Yiangos and Peter Taverna
Akamantos Ave., Latchi (26321411)
Open Daily 8.30am-11pm.
If you have a chance to eat outside and watch the
sunset at this family-oriented restaurant, it’s an
experience you won’t forget. Standards are high
and we recommend the snapper or sea bass. Be
sure to order your side dishes as the fish and
meat are served alone.
Three Little Pigs (Ta Tria
Gourounakia) See p49.
Psaropoulos
Vouni Panayia Winery See p49.
Yiannis
Atlantis
(26633353) Open Fri-Wed 10am-3pm & 6pm-10pm.
You’ll receive a warm welcome at this beautifullyrestored stone-built taverna serving traditional
dishes and international cuisine. Sit inside by the
fire in winter or outside under the shade in the
warmer months. The food here is consistently
good, which is why it has won a Time Out Eating
Award as Best Taverna.
Tourist Beach, Geroskipou (26964525)
With the sea just 20 metres away from the this
restaurant that recalls the Greek islands, choose
the classic fish meze or select the fish you want
from the display cabinet. If the menu of the day
includes oven-cooked toadfish, we recommend
that you order it. It is fantastic!
Yiorgos Taverna
Pomos Harbour (26342191) Open Daily
9.30am-11pm.
It’s well worth taking the trouble to make the 35-minute drive from Paphos to Pomos. With views across
the small, recently-upgraded harbour, this simple
family-run restaurant serves good traditional food
with a smile. Try the octopus or the fish meze.
1, Vasilika St., Anavargos village (26941379)
Open Mon-Sat 6pm-late. Credit No.
This long-established traditional taverna has a
relatively short and succinct menu and the food is
basic but extremely tasty. Try the special Cyprus
meze comprising 30 dishes. Popular with residents
and visitors of all ages, it’s a place for an enjoyable
night out and good value for money.
Fish
Arapis Coral Bay
Coral Bay (26621021) Open Daily 12 noon-3pm.
You would be well advised to opt for the fish
meze or, if that’s too much for you, try the grilled
fresh squid, grouper or sea bream. Meat dishes
are also available. Since 1980, the Arapis family
has been offering fish lovers the best catch of
the day and there is clearly good reason for the
restaurant’s longevity.
Kanali
Ocean Basket
Avanti Holiday Village Piazza, Kato Paphos
(26961379) Open Mon-Thu 12 noon-9.30pm,
Fri 12 noon-10.30pm, Sun 12 noon-9.30pm.
The South African chain of seafood restaurants
has taken Cyprus by storm over the past three
years thanks to its superb food, great value for
money and friendly atmosphere. Mouthwatering
fish and seafood dishes are available together with
sushi. Try one of the platters for 2.
Porto Latchi
Latchi (26321529) Open Daily 10am-10pm.
Housed in a 300-year-old building (there is a
Polis-Latchi Road (26321989) Open Daily
11am-10pm.
For fresh fish and stunning views, this is the
place to be. Though predominantly a fish tavern,
it also ser ves a selection of meat dishes. The
platters are exceptionally good value and the
service excellent.
Psi
Thalassa Hotel, Coral Bay (26881500)
Open Tue-Sun 7pm-10.30pm.
Housed in a lovely, idyllic location in a hotel
overlooking Coral Bay, this restaurant brings the
freshest catch of the day straight to your table.
Excellent menu and service as you would expect
from a boutique hotel like this and the fish is
cooked to perfection.
Saint George
Off the Agios Georgios Road (26621306)
Open Daily 9am-10pm, 8.30am-6pm (winter).
Perched on a hilltop overlooking the bay, this restaurant has one of the best views in town and top
quality fish too. The squid and chips are a popular
choice and the fact that many local residents frequent
the restaurant is always a good sign.
TheoÕs
Paphos Harbour, Kato Paphos (26932829)
This stone-built family-run restaurant, with Paphos
Fort in the background, boats bobbing on the
water and people passing by, has now been in
operation for more than 50 years. Order the fish
meze or start with a crispy sand smelt followed
by grilled salmon, washed down with an ice-cold
local beer.
Bombay Brasserie
65, Poseidon Ave. (26964083/4)
Open Daily 5.30pm-11.30pm.
Aromatic Indian spices are blended to perfection
here in one of the best Indian Restaurants in town,
ensuring that all the dishes tantalise. If you like
your Indian food hot, try the chicken vindaloo.
Round it all off with an mouthwatering dessert.
Poppadums
Coast road, Chlorakas village (26949435)
Open Mon-Sat 6pm-11.30pm (Opens July).
This family-run restaurant offers a varied menu and
good service. The curries are superb, the décor is
attractive and the staff work with passion to ensure
that you are comfortable and satisfied with your
meal. Tandoori dishes are a specialty.
International
Bacco
Elysium Hotel, Vasilissis Verenikis St., Kato Paphos (26844444) Open Mon-Sat 7-30pm-10-30pm.
Dining at the Elysium Hotel is always a pleasure
and this place is no exception. Authentic Italian
cuisine that includes fresh, homemade pasta
dishes, tender meat and fish specialities, and the
most popular Italian dessert favourites, all based
on original recipes and ingredients. Choose a
matching Italian wine from the glass-fronted
wine cellar.
Brasserie Ifaistos
Intercontinental Hotel, Aphrodite Hills (26829000)
Open Daily 12 noon-4.30pm (Apr-Nov).
Serving snacks and meals with an Italian/Mediterranean flavour, this poolside brasserie will
ensure that you never feel hungr y or thirsty.
Whether in smart or casual attire, you won’t feel
out of place.
Ela
Elea Golf Club, 1, Elaion Ave., Geroskipou
(26202003) Open Wed-Sat 11am-10pm, SunTue 11am-8pm.
Paphos
Paphos
modern extension on the sea front), this popular
place offers a large and varied fish meze. Alternatively you can enjoy fresh red mullet and sea
bass ahead of a swim in the crystal-clear waters
of the Mediterranean across the road.
Indian
Tirimos
71, Agapinoros St. (26942846) Open Daily 12
noon-12 midnight.
This is one place where you can trust the owner
blindly on the matter of freshness since it is he
and his family who are out in their fishing boats
catching it every day. The marine-inspired décor
will intensify your mood for the fish and seafood
treats awaiting you.
Yiangos and Peter Taverna
Akamantos Ave., Latchi (26321411)
Open Daily 8.30am-11pm.
If you have a chance to eat outside and watch the
sunset at this family-oriented restaurant, it’s an
experience you won’t forget. Standards are high
and we recommend the snapper or sea bass. Be
sure to order your side dishes as the fish and
meat are served alone.
Three Little Pigs (Ta Tria
Gourounakia) See p49.
Psaropoulos
Vouni Panayia Winery See p49.
Yiannis
Atlantis
(26633353) Open Fri-Wed 10am-3pm & 6pm-10pm.
You’ll receive a warm welcome at this beautifullyrestored stone-built taverna serving traditional
dishes and international cuisine. Sit inside by the
fire in winter or outside under the shade in the
warmer months. The food here is consistently
good, which is why it has won a Time Out Eating
Award as Best Taverna.
Tourist Beach, Geroskipou (26964525)
With the sea just 20 metres away from the this
restaurant that recalls the Greek islands, choose
the classic fish meze or select the fish you want
from the display cabinet. If the menu of the day
includes oven-cooked toadfish, we recommend
that you order it. It is fantastic!
Yiorgos Taverna
Pomos Harbour (26342191) Open Daily
9.30am-11pm.
It’s well worth taking the trouble to make the 35-minute drive from Paphos to Pomos. With views across
the small, recently-upgraded harbour, this simple
family-run restaurant serves good traditional food
with a smile. Try the octopus or the fish meze.
1, Vasilika St., Anavargos village (26941379)
Open Mon-Sat 6pm-late. Credit No.
This long-established traditional taverna has a
relatively short and succinct menu and the food is
basic but extremely tasty. Try the special Cyprus
meze comprising 30 dishes. Popular with residents
and visitors of all ages, it’s a place for an enjoyable
night out and good value for money.
Fish
Arapis Coral Bay
Coral Bay (26621021) Open Daily 12 noon-3pm.
You would be well advised to opt for the fish
meze or, if that’s too much for you, try the grilled
fresh squid, grouper or sea bream. Meat dishes
are also available. Since 1980, the Arapis family
has been offering fish lovers the best catch of
the day and there is clearly good reason for the
restaurant’s longevity.
Kanali
Ocean Basket
Avanti Holiday Village Piazza, Kato Paphos
(26961379) Open Mon-Thu 12 noon-9.30pm,
Fri 12 noon-10.30pm, Sun 12 noon-9.30pm.
The South African chain of seafood restaurants
has taken Cyprus by storm over the past three
years thanks to its superb food, great value for
money and friendly atmosphere. Mouthwatering
fish and seafood dishes are available together with
sushi. Try one of the platters for 2.
Porto Latchi
Latchi (26321529) Open Daily 10am-10pm.
Housed in a 300-year-old building (there is a
Polis-Latchi Road (26321989) Open Daily
11am-10pm.
For fresh fish and stunning views, this is the
place to be. Though predominantly a fish tavern,
it also ser ves a selection of meat dishes. The
platters are exceptionally good value and the
service excellent.
Psi
Thalassa Hotel, Coral Bay (26881500)
Open Tue-Sun 7pm-10.30pm.
Housed in a lovely, idyllic location in a hotel
overlooking Coral Bay, this restaurant brings the
freshest catch of the day straight to your table.
Excellent menu and service as you would expect
from a boutique hotel like this and the fish is
cooked to perfection.
Saint George
Off the Agios Georgios Road (26621306)
Open Daily 9am-10pm, 8.30am-6pm (winter).
Perched on a hilltop overlooking the bay, this restaurant has one of the best views in town and top
quality fish too. The squid and chips are a popular
choice and the fact that many local residents frequent
the restaurant is always a good sign.
TheoÕs
Paphos Harbour, Kato Paphos (26932829)
This stone-built family-run restaurant, with Paphos
Fort in the background, boats bobbing on the
water and people passing by, has now been in
operation for more than 50 years. Order the fish
meze or start with a crispy sand smelt followed
by grilled salmon, washed down with an ice-cold
local beer.
Bombay Brasserie
65, Poseidon Ave. (26964083/4)
Aromatic Indian spices are blended to perfection
here in one of the best Indian Restaurants in town,
ensuring that all the dishes tantalise. If you like
your Indian food hot, try the chicken vindaloo.
Round it all off with an mouthwatering dessert.
Poppadums
Coast road, Chlorakas village (26949435)
Open Mon-Sat 6pm-11.30pm (Opens July).
This family-run restaurant offers a varied menu and
good service. The curries are superb, the décor is
attractive and the staff work with passion to ensure
that you are comfortable and satisfied with your
meal. Tandoori dishes are a specialty.
International
Bacco
Elysium Hotel, Vasilissis Verenikis St., Kato Paphos (26844444) Open Mon-Sat 7-30pm-10-30pm.
Dining at the Elysium Hotel is always a pleasure
and this place is no exception. Authentic Italian
cuisine that includes fresh, homemade pasta
dishes, tender meat and fish specialities, and the
most popular Italian dessert favourites, all based
on original recipes and ingredients. Choose a
matching Italian wine from the glass-fronted
wine cellar.
Brasserie Ifaistos
Intercontinental Hotel, Aphrodite Hills (26829000)
Open Daily 12 noon-4.30pm (Apr-Nov).
Serving snacks and meals with an Italian/Mediterranean flavour, this poolside brasserie will
ensure that you never feel hungr y or thirsty.
Whether in smart or casual attire, you won’t feel
out of place.
Ela
Elea Golf Club, 1, Elaion Ave., Geroskipou
(26202003) Open Wed-Sat 11am-10pm, SunTue 11am-8pm.
Paphos
Paphos
modern extension on the sea front), this popular
place offers a large and varied fish meze. Alternatively you can enjoy fresh red mullet and sea
bass ahead of a swim in the crystal-clear waters
of the Mediterranean across the road.
Indian
Luna Rosa
Amathus Beach Hotel (26883300) Open Daily
7.30pm-10pm.
The gourmet buf fet dinner at this exclusive
restaurant inside a leading hotel is superb but
a frequently changing table d’hôte menu is also
available. There’s an excellent variety Greek,
Cypriot, Italian, French, Oriental and other dishes
to ensure that you’ll want to return often.
Meat Academy
Poseidon Ave. & Polydefki St., Kato Pafos
Good, unpretentious food, ser ved in a decent
setting is what the Meat Academy is all about. It’s
a simple formula which has brought accolades
from both local residents and tourists. The interior is spacious and airy with tables generously
positioned so you can spread out and enjoy the
generous speciality platters.
Olivetto
96, Tombs of the Kings Rd. (26220099)
The special feature of this modern restaurant is
stone grill dining which will keep you entertained
as your steak is cooked precisely as you want it.
There’s an impressive wine list from which to
choose the accompaniment to your meal on the
large veranda. Excellent desserts are served by
attentive and efficient staff.
Paphos
Olivetto
You don’t need to be a golfer to eat here, though
a round will certainly work up an appetite for you.
Starting with the carpaccio of scallops and avocado
or a caesar salad with romaine lettuce, bacon,
parmesan flakes and sardines before you move
onto a succulent Angus burger or the slow-cooked
ultra-tender lamb shank.
Fresco In Blue
Souli Beach Hotel, Latchi-Baths of Aphrodite Rd,
Latchi (26321088) Open Daily 7pm-11pm.
Situated right beside the sea, this is the place to
watch a beautiful sunset while enjoying mushrooms stuffed with fetta cheese and tomato before
moving onto the home-made ravioli with aubergine
filling. The maitre d’ will advise you on the best
wine to accompany your choice of dish.
Leander Restaurant
Intercontinental Hotel, Aphrodite Hills
(26829000) Open 7pm-10.30pm
Award-winning chef Kyriakos Panayiotou presents
an exquisite fine dining experience with skillfully created Mediterranean and Greek dishes,
each with the addition of final touch of French
sophistication. Recipes are based on traditional
cuisine with a modern gourmet touch.
Kings Gardens, 110, Tombs of the Kings Rd.
(26933026) Open Mon-Sat 6.30pm-late (open
for lunch in summer).
Pleasing modern Mediterranean flavours complement a well-ordered wine list at this popular eatery
and its cocktails are sheer perfection. Try the
duck breast and end your meal with the amazing
Death by Chocolate. Heaven!
Cavallini
6.30pm-10.30pm.
Top quality in every area – the food, the service, the
surroundings – is what makes this place so popular.
The authentic Italian dishes are consistently excellent and the staff are wonderfully friendly. Book in
advance if you want to be sure of getting a table.
Grazie
3-5, Anastasias St. & Theoskepastis St.
The Italian pasta dishes here are extremely
flavoursome while the seafood and steaks are
a popular choice. Finish with the delicious
tiramisu. Good ser vice adds to the pleasurable evening.
La Sardegna Da Gino
70, Apostolou Pavlou St., Kato Pafos
(26933399) Open Wed-Sun 6pm-11pm.
For pizza lovers, this is paradise and they will
love going through the 30 o more options on
the menu. We can make things easier for you by
Meat Academy
recommending the Quattro Stagioni or the Rustica
while vegetarians should order the Ortolana and
a glass of white wine.
Mare e Monti
Aliathon Plaza Hotel, Thea Aphrodite Ave.
The Mare e Monti, which is located within the
Aliathon Plaza Hotel, serves exquisite pasta dishes,
of which the Arabbiata is a firm favourite. There
are great salads too and if pizza is your thing, go
for the Siciliana accompanied by a cold beer or a
glass of house wine.
Mesogios
The sumptuous menu features a wide choice
of Mediterranean dishes, including a selection
of fresh fish, a superb fish meze, and mouthwatering Mediterranean dishes. The panoramic
view over the golf course adds to the enjoyment
in summer., also features a wine-tasting cava,
adding to the charm and enjoyment of a most
memorable evening.
(The) Old Town
9, Georgiades Kyproleontas St., Polis Chrysochous (26322758, 99632781) Open Thu-Tue
6pm-11pm.
Arguably the best restaurant in Polis, it serves
excellent pasta, fresh fish and seafood, traditional Cypriot cuisine and even Middle Easterninspired dishes, all truly delicious. Good local
wines accompany some great recipes. Friendly,
attentive service.
Pizza Express
52-53, Poseidon Ave. (26923034) Open Daily
Pizza Express has been around for a number
of years now thanks to its great value authentic Italian specialities. If you are not crazy
about pizza, don’t dismiss this place which
also ser vices fabulous salads, meat and pasta
dishes, not to mention some great ice cream
and desserts.
Risto La Piazza
11-12, Alkiminis St., Kato Paphos (26819921)
Open Daily 12 noon-3pm & 6pm-12 midnight.
The steaks and pastas are ver y popular here,
the menu is authentic Italian and the knowledgeable waiting staff are happy to advise about the
excellent wine list. This place stands our from
ever y Italian restaurant in Cyprus thanks to
its wine cellar which has won it a Time Out
Eating Award for five years in a row. Booking
is essential.
Mexican
Poco Loco
Aliathon Complex, Thea Aphrodite St. (opp.
Athena Beach Hotel), Kato Paphos (26961156)
Open Mon-Sun 6pm-11pm.
Good food in generous portions accompanied by
Mexican beer in a place whose décor is just what
you want from an authentic Mexican restaurant.
Don’t miss the tasty desserts and enjoy a shot
of Tequila before you leave.
Paphos
Zaffron
Luna Rosa
Amathus Beach Hotel (26883300) Open Daily
7.30pm-10pm.
The gourmet buf fet dinner at this exclusive
restaurant inside a leading hotel is superb but
a frequently changing table d’hôte menu is also
available. There’s an excellent variety Greek,
Cypriot, Italian, French, Oriental and other dishes
to ensure that you’ll want to return often.
Meat Academy
Poseidon Ave. & Polydefki St., Kato Pafos
Good, unpretentious food, ser ved in a decent
setting is what the Meat Academy is all about. It’s
a simple formula which has brought accolades
from both local residents and tourists. The interior is spacious and airy with tables generously
positioned so you can spread out and enjoy the
generous speciality platters.
Olivetto
96, Tombs of the Kings Rd. (26220099)
The special feature of this modern restaurant is
stone grill dining which will keep you entertained
as your steak is cooked precisely as you want it.
There’s an impressive wine list from which to
choose the accompaniment to your meal on the
large veranda. Excellent desserts are served by
attentive and efficient staff.
Paphos
Olivetto
You don’t need to be a golfer to eat here, though
a round will certainly work up an appetite for you.
Starting with the carpaccio of scallops and avocado
or a caesar salad with romaine lettuce, bacon,
parmesan flakes and sardines before you move
onto a succulent Angus burger or the slow-cooked
ultra-tender lamb shank.
Fresco In Blue
Souli Beach Hotel, Latchi-Baths of Aphrodite Rd,
Latchi (26321088) Open Daily 7pm-11pm.
Situated right beside the sea, this is the place to
watch a beautiful sunset while enjoying mushrooms stuffed with fetta cheese and tomato before
moving onto the home-made ravioli with aubergine
filling. The maitre d’ will advise you on the best
wine to accompany your choice of dish.
Leander Restaurant
(26829000) Open 7pm-10.30pm
Award-winning chef Kyriakos Panayiotou presents
an exquisite fine dining experience with skillfully created Mediterranean and Greek dishes,
each with the addition of final touch of French
sophistication. Recipes are based on traditional
cuisine with a modern gourmet touch.
Kings Gardens, 110, Tombs of the Kings Rd.
(26933026) Open Mon-Sat 6.30pm-late (open
for lunch in summer).
Pleasing modern Mediterranean flavours complement a well-ordered wine list at this popular eatery
and its cocktails are sheer perfection. Try the
duck breast and end your meal with the amazing
Death by Chocolate. Heaven!
Cavallini
6.30pm-10.30pm.
Top quality in every area – the food, the service, the
surroundings – is what makes this place so popular.
The authentic Italian dishes are consistently excellent and the staff are wonderfully friendly. Book in
advance if you want to be sure of getting a table.
Grazie
3-5, Anastasias St. & Theoskepastis St.
The Italian pasta dishes here are extremely
flavoursome while the seafood and steaks are
a popular choice. Finish with the delicious
tiramisu. Good ser vice adds to the pleasurable evening.
La Sardegna Da Gino
70, Apostolou Pavlou St., Kato Pafos
(26933399) Open Wed-Sun 6pm-11pm.
For pizza lovers, this is paradise and they will
love going through the 30 o more options on
the menu. We can make things easier for you by
Meat Academy
recommending the Quattro Stagioni or the Rustica
while vegetarians should order the Ortolana and
a glass of white wine.
Mare e Monti
Aliathon Plaza Hotel, Thea Aphrodite Ave.
The Mare e Monti, which is located within the
Aliathon Plaza Hotel, serves exquisite pasta dishes,
of which the Arabbiata is a firm favourite. There
are great salads too and if pizza is your thing, go
for the Siciliana accompanied by a cold beer or a
glass of house wine.
Mesogios
The sumptuous menu features a wide choice
of Mediterranean dishes, including a selection
of fresh fish, a superb fish meze, and mouthwatering Mediterranean dishes. The panoramic
view over the golf course adds to the enjoyment
in summer., also features a wine-tasting cava,
adding to the charm and enjoyment of a most
memorable evening.
(The) Old Town
9, Georgiades Kyproleontas St., Polis Chrysochous (26322758, 99632781) Open Thu-Tue
6pm-11pm.
Arguably the best restaurant in Polis, it serves
excellent pasta, fresh fish and seafood, traditional Cypriot cuisine and even Middle Easterninspired dishes, all truly delicious. Good local
wines accompany some great recipes. Friendly,
attentive service.
Pizza Express
52-53, Poseidon Ave. (26923034) Open Daily
Pizza Express has been around for a number
of years now thanks to its great value authentic Italian specialities. If you are not crazy
about pizza, don’t dismiss this place which
also ser vices fabulous salads, meat and pasta
dishes, not to mention some great ice cream
and desserts.
Risto La Piazza
11-12, Alkiminis St., Kato Paphos (26819921)
Open Daily 12 noon-3pm & 6pm-12 midnight.
The steaks and pastas are ver y popular here,
the menu is authentic Italian and the knowledgeable waiting staff are happy to advise about the
excellent wine list. This place stands our from
ever y Italian restaurant in Cyprus thanks to
its wine cellar which has won it a Time Out
Eating Award for five years in a row. Booking
is essential.
Mexican
Poco Loco
Aliathon Complex, Thea Aphrodite St. (opp.
Athena Beach Hotel), Kato Paphos (26961156)
Open Mon-Sun 6pm-11pm.
Good food in generous portions accompanied by
Mexican beer in a place whose décor is just what
you want from an authentic Mexican restaurant.
Don’t miss the tasty desserts and enjoy a shot
of Tequila before you leave.
Paphos
Zaffron
Famagusta District
Famagusta District
Famagusta District
Koi
The popularity of the tourist resorts of Agia Napa and Protaras means
that the major international fast food chains have an unmissable presence and those who want something cheap, easy and familiar wonÕt
have to look very far. For the more adventurous, there is a growing
number of restaurants throughout the district offering top-quality cuisine
and a fabulous dining experience too. Away from the busy resorts, the
nearby villages have tavernas that come highly recommended for their
traditional Cypriot cooking in particular.
Asian
Caf/Bar/Restaurant
Hokkaido
Thalassa Gastro bar
35, Agias Mavris St., Agia Napa (23721505/
www.hokkaidoca.com) Open Daily 5.30pm-11pm.
A superb Japanese restaurant whose authentic
trained chefs entertain you on their ‘teppanyaki’
grills – cooking live in front of your eyes and putting on a spectacular show! Its sister restaurant
(Sapporo) in Agia Napa’s famous square also
features expert show-cooking, deliciously healthy
Japanese food and the greatest sushi platters.
Koi
2, Iasonos St., Protaras (inside Capo Bay Hotel)
With its unique and inspiring atmosphere, this is a
place where you can not only relax but enjoy a range
of superb dishes which magically combine Asian and
Mediterranean flavours. The name is from the exotic
fish in the surrounding pools. Very special.
Pernera Hotel, Protaras (23831011) Open
Daily 12 noon-11pm.
Favourite snacks, Greek and Cypriot wines, meat
and, especially, fish dishes are what you’ll want
to come here for. Prawns, trout, gilthead bream
and sea bass are cooked to perfection, while fresh
salads and tasty desserts complete the meal.
Cypriot/Greek
Abacus
16 , Kryou Nerou St., Agia Napa (99637299)
Open Daily 3pm-11pm & Lounge bar Open
Daily 9am-1am.
This popular restaurant/lounge bar next to the
Thalassa Museum is especially known for its succulent steaks, though it serves an impressive range
Alati By The Sea See p60.
of dishes to suit all tastes. The helpful, friendly
staff also receive rave reviews from ever yone
who eats here.
Archontiko tou Kosti
13, Grigoris Afxentiou St. Liopetri
(23943322) Open Mon, Wed-Sat 5pm-11pm,
Sun 12 noon-11pm.
Take a step back in time for meal in this gorgeous traditional taverna. Located within a renovated old house,
it serves highly authentic traditional dishes in clay pots.
Only the freshest and highest quality ingredients in
a value-for-money meze that you won’t forget and a
dining experience that you just can’t fault.
Ifalos
Pernera, Protaras (23834235) Open Mon-Sat
There’s Greek island air about this simple place
beside the sea which, in addition to fish, serves a
variety of cooked dishes, a great meat meze and
a selection of grills. Pork and chicken kebabs
and spicy sausages are just a few of the things
you must try.
Kyklos
Protaras Ave., Protaras (99272712)
Located on a large veranda overlooking Protaras
Avenue, the style here is Greek island. It’s worth
choosing the Greek meze but if that will be too much
for you, we recommend the traditional bouyiourdi
appetizer followed by the particularly tasty lamb. Wash
it down with a glass or two of Retsina, of course.
Taverna Mousikos (See p56.)
Tappis (See p58.)
Great Sunset Koi (See p54.)
By the sea Alati by the Sea
(See p60.) Kalamies (See p59.)
Famagusta District
Famagusta District
Famagusta District
Koi
The popularity of the tourist resorts of Agia Napa and Protaras means
that the major international fast food chains have an unmissable presence and those who want something cheap, easy and familiar wonÕt
have to look very far. For the more adventurous, there is a growing
number of restaurants throughout the district offering top-quality cuisine
and a fabulous dining experience too. Away from the busy resorts, the
nearby villages have tavernas that come highly recommended for their
traditional Cypriot cooking in particular.
Asian
Caf/Bar/Restaurant
Hokkaido
Thalassa Gastro bar
35, Agias Mavris St., Agia Napa (23721505/
www.hokkaidoca.com) Open Daily 5.30pm-11pm.
A superb Japanese restaurant whose authentic
trained chefs entertain you on their ‘teppanyaki’
grills – cooking live in front of your eyes and putting on a spectacular show! Its sister restaurant
(Sapporo) in Agia Napa’s famous square also
features expert show-cooking, deliciously healthy
Japanese food and the greatest sushi platters.
Koi
2, Iasonos St., Protaras (inside Capo Bay Hotel)
With its unique and inspiring atmosphere, this is a
place where you can not only relax but enjoy a range
of superb dishes which magically combine Asian and
Mediterranean flavours. The name is from the exotic
fish in the surrounding pools. Very special.
Pernera Hotel, Protaras (23831011) Open
Daily 12 noon-11pm.
Favourite snacks, Greek and Cypriot wines, meat
and, especially, fish dishes are what you’ll want
to come here for. Prawns, trout, gilthead bream
and sea bass are cooked to perfection, while fresh
salads and tasty desserts complete the meal.
Cypriot/Greek
Abacus
16 , Kryou Nerou St., Agia Napa (99637299)
Open Daily 3pm-11pm & Lounge bar Open
Daily 9am-1am.
This popular restaurant/lounge bar next to the
Thalassa Museum is especially known for its succulent steaks, though it serves an impressive range
Alati By The Sea See p60.
of dishes to suit all tastes. The helpful, friendly
staff also receive rave reviews from ever yone
who eats here.
Archontiko tou Kosti
13, Grigoris Afxentiou St. Liopetri
(23943322) Open Mon, Wed-Sat 5pm-11pm,
Sun 12 noon-11pm.
Take a step back in time for meal in this gorgeous traditional taverna. Located within a renovated old house,
it serves highly authentic traditional dishes in clay pots.
Only the freshest and highest quality ingredients in
a value-for-money meze that you won’t forget and a
dining experience that you just can’t fault.
Ifalos
Pernera, Protaras (23834235) Open Mon-Sat
There’s Greek island air about this simple place
beside the sea which, in addition to fish, serves a
variety of cooked dishes, a great meat meze and
a selection of grills. Pork and chicken kebabs
and spicy sausages are just a few of the things
you must try.
Kyklos
Protaras Ave., Protaras (99272712)
Located on a large veranda overlooking Protaras
Avenue, the style here is Greek island. It’s worth
choosing the Greek meze but if that will be too much
for you, we recommend the traditional bouyiourdi
appetizer followed by the particularly tasty lamb. Wash
it down with a glass or two of Retsina, of course.
Taverna Mousikos (See p56.)
Tappis (See p58.)
Great Sunset Koi (See p54.)
By the sea Alati by the Sea
(See p60.) Kalamies (See p59.)
Famagusta District
Famagusta District
Mousikos
value at this restaurant. Try the charcoal-grilled
suckling pig, steak or lobster – they are all heavenly. This place is also perfect for those with a
healthy appetite as the portions are absolutely
huge. Reservations are essential.
Mousikos
6, Kyriakou Matsi St., Sotira (23828833)
This authentic, traditional tavern has a pleasant
atmosphere and serves delicious, good quality
dishes, which you can enjoy as part of a meze or by
selecting those you like from the à la carte menu.
Efficient service and outdoor seating during the
summer months.
Napa Tavern
15, Democratias St., Agia Napa (23721280)
Housed in a traditional old mansion (dating back
to 1900), this is the place for an excellent meze.
Succulent koupepia (stuffed vine leaves), crispy
meatballs, sausages and kleftiko (slow-cooked
lamb in a clay pot) are just some of the meze
dishes that will make you want to get to know a
lot more about Cypriot cuisine.
Xilino Restaurant See p58.
Limelight
Lipertis St., Agia Napa (23721650/www.limelighttaverna.com) Open Mon-Sat 12 noon-12
midnight.
There is no denying the quality of the food or the
(To) Ploumin Tavern
3, 28th October St., Sotira (99658333/www.
ploumin.com.cy) Open Mon-Sat 5pm-12 midnight.
This quaint taverna offers Cypriot dishes from
times past as well as modern-day recipes and you
can select those that you would like to include in
your meze. Everything is cooked using the owners’
Kalamies See p59.
Famagusta District
Famagusta District
Mousikos
value at this restaurant. Try the charcoal-grilled
suckling pig, steak or lobster – they are all heavenly. This place is also perfect for those with a
healthy appetite as the portions are absolutely
huge. Reservations are essential.
Mousikos
6, Kyriakou Matsi St., Sotira (23828833)
This authentic, traditional tavern has a pleasant
atmosphere and serves delicious, good quality
dishes, which you can enjoy as part of a meze or by
selecting those you like from the à la carte menu.
Efficient service and outdoor seating during the
summer months.
Napa Tavern
15, Democratias St., Agia Napa (23721280)
Housed in a traditional old mansion (dating back
to 1900), this is the place for an excellent meze.
Succulent koupepia (stuffed vine leaves), crispy
meatballs, sausages and kleftiko (slow-cooked
lamb in a clay pot) are just some of the meze
dishes that will make you want to get to know a
lot more about Cypriot cuisine.
Xilino Restaurant See p58.
Limelight
Lipertis St., Agia Napa (23721650/www.limelighttaverna.com) Open Mon-Sat 12 noon-12
midnight.
There is no denying the quality of the food or the
(To) Ploumin Tavern
3, 28th October St., Sotira (99658333/www.
ploumin.com.cy) Open Mon-Sat 5pm-12 midnight.
This quaint taverna offers Cypriot dishes from
times past as well as modern-day recipes and you
can select those that you would like to include in
your meze. Everything is cooked using the owners’
Kalamies See p59.
Famagusta District
from Greece. The name comes from a well-known
Athens neighbourhood.
Ttappis
92, Stadiou St., Paralimni (23821959)
You can’t go wrong if you eat where the Cypriots
do and this pretty, traditional taverna, decorated
with old and antique items, is a particular favourite. Don’t worry about the menu because with
a choice of 8 different meze options (meat meze,
fish meze, vegetarian, etc.) there is something
for everyone.
Vangelis
Vangelis
organically-grown vegetables. If you’re going at the
weekend, book ahead to avoid disappointment.
San... ÔStou PsyrriÕ
17, Agias Marinas St., Paralimni (23828777)
Open Daily noon-12 midnight.
An attractive meze tavern serving choice dishes,
lovingly prepared with fresh, pure ingredients
based on traditional and exciting new recipes
48, Grivas Dighenis Ave., Paralimni
Vangelis’ specialities are its meat and fish meze
but if you’re a fan of game you’ll have come to
the right place. Reservations are essential since,
as well as being a favourite with both locals and
tourists, it is extremely popular with many Cypriot
politicians, actors and artists.
Xilino Restaurant
179, Trikomou St., Vrysoulles (23962403,
99471509) Open Mon-Sat 12 noon-11pm.
This small log-built taverna is located in one of
the less-frequented villages in the district but it
attracts large numbers of repeat customers thanks
to its great range of beautifully-cooked Cypriot specialties and real value-for-money prices. Definitely
worth taking a ride out of Agia Napa.
Karras
Fish
Anemos Beach Restaurant
Next to Capo Bay Hotel, Protaras (23831488)
On the beach at the well-known and popular Fig
Tree Bay, this fish restaurant serves some of the
tastiest dishes in the district. The massive terrace
offers an excellent sea view.
Kalamies
Ocean Basket
15, 1st October St., Agia (23721703)
The well-known and much-loved flavours of the
value-for-money Ocean Basket chain are now
available at the harbour of Agia Napa. Excellent
quality and fabulous, friendly service add to the
delight of fresh sushi, fish platters to suit all tastes
and home-made desserts.
Spartiatis
40, Ellinon St., Pernera, Protaras (23831145)
Open Daily 9am-11pm (Mar-Oct).
This family-run taverna is one of the best-known places
for fresh fish in Protaras. The huge variety of fish and
seafood dishes, combined with a stunning sea view,
make this place many visitors’ first choice. Once you’ve
been, you will definitely be back for more.
79B, Konnou St., Protaras (next to Grecian
Park Hotel) (23831386) Open Daily 12 noon4pm & 6.30pm-9.30pm.
A fresh fish meze never tastes as good as it does
when you’re eating it by the sea, listening to the
lapping of the waves. You get all that here, plus
fabulous fish and seafood dishes. Others know
about it so reservations are essential.
Karras
Taverna tou Isaac
55, Kappari St., Paralimni (23820565)
Serving only 100% fresh fish, this family restaurant run by three brothers offers you the catch
of the day as well as a wide range of seafood
dishes. In summer the pleasant al fresco dining
area is a dream.
77-79, Archbishop Makarios III Ave., Harbour
area, Agia Napa (23723586) Open 9am-late.
Fresh lobster, mussels and all kinds of fish are
on the extraordinary menu of this local taverna
near the harbour. Moreover, if you happen to be
on your own,you can even order a mini meze for
one which is possibly unique in Cyprus.
Famagusta District
Ttappis
Famagusta District
from Greece. The name comes from a well-known
Athens neighbourhood.
Ttappis
92, Stadiou St., Paralimni (23821959)
You can’t go wrong if you eat where the Cypriots
do and this pretty, traditional taverna, decorated
with old and antique items, is a particular favourite. Don’t worry about the menu because with
a choice of 8 different meze options (meat meze,
fish meze, vegetarian, etc.) there is something
for everyone.
Vangelis
Vangelis
organically-grown vegetables. If you’re going at the
weekend, book ahead to avoid disappointment.
San... ÔStou PsyrriÕ
17, Agias Marinas St., Paralimni (23828777)
Open Daily noon-12 midnight.
An attractive meze tavern serving choice dishes,
lovingly prepared with fresh, pure ingredients
based on traditional and exciting new recipes
48, Grivas Dighenis Ave., Paralimni
Vangelis’ specialities are its meat and fish meze
but if you’re a fan of game you’ll have come to
the right place. Reservations are essential since,
as well as being a favourite with both locals and
tourists, it is extremely popular with many Cypriot
politicians, actors and artists.
Xilino Restaurant
179, Trikomou St., Vrysoulles (23962403,
99471509) Open Mon-Sat 12 noon-11pm.
This small log-built taverna is located in one of
the less-frequented villages in the district but it
attracts large numbers of repeat customers thanks
to its great range of beautifully-cooked Cypriot specialties and real value-for-money prices. Definitely
worth taking a ride out of Agia Napa.
Karras
Fish
Anemos Beach Restaurant
Next to Capo Bay Hotel, Protaras (23831488)
On the beach at the well-known and popular Fig
Tree Bay, this fish restaurant serves some of the
tastiest dishes in the district. The massive terrace
offers an excellent sea view.
Kalamies
Ocean Basket
15, 1st October St., Agia (23721703)
The well-known and much-loved flavours of the
value-for-money Ocean Basket chain are now
available at the harbour of Agia Napa. Excellent
quality and fabulous, friendly service add to the
delight of fresh sushi, fish platters to suit all tastes
and home-made desserts.
Spartiatis
40, Ellinon St., Pernera, Protaras (23831145)
Open Daily 9am-11pm (Mar-Oct).
This family-run taverna is one of the best-known places
for fresh fish in Protaras. The huge variety of fish and
seafood dishes, combined with a stunning sea view,
make this place many visitors’ first choice. Once you’ve
been, you will definitely be back for more.
79B, Konnou St., Protaras (next to Grecian
Park Hotel) (23831386) Open Daily 12 noon4pm & 6.30pm-9.30pm.
A fresh fish meze never tastes as good as it does
when you’re eating it by the sea, listening to the
lapping of the waves. You get all that here, plus
fabulous fish and seafood dishes. Others know
about it so reservations are essential.
Karras
Taverna tou Isaac
55, Kappari St., Paralimni (23820565)
Serving only 100% fresh fish, this family restaurant run by three brothers offers you the catch
of the day as well as a wide range of seafood
dishes. In summer the pleasant al fresco dining
area is a dream.
77-79, Archbishop Makarios III Ave., Harbour
area, Agia Napa (23723586) Open 9am-late.
Fresh lobster, mussels and all kinds of fish are
on the extraordinary menu of this local taverna
near the harbour. Moreover, if you happen to be
on your own,you can even order a mini meze for
one which is possibly unique in Cyprus.
Famagusta District
Ttappis
Famagusta District
Vassos Fish Harbour Taverna
51, Archbishop Makarios III Ave., Agia Napa
(23721884/www.vassosfishrest.com) Open
Daily 9am-10.30pm (15 Nov-31 Mar until 5pm).
A handful of restaurants in the Famagusta district
have earned themselves a faithful clientele of local
residents and return visitors to Cyprus, year in,
year out and this is one of them. The fresh fish
meze is undeniably one of the best-value anywhere
on the island.
International
Alati By The Sea
37, Pernera Ave., Paralimni (23833740/www.
alati-protaras.com) Open Daily 10am-2.30am.
With a menu that includes succulent dishes with
a Mediterranean flavour, this attractive all-day restaurant is the epitome of relaxation. Located right
on – and servicing – the beach, you don’t even have
to get off your sunbed to enjoy a cocktail or a snack.
It’s the hot spot of the area at night time for dinner,
combined with DJs and a trendy bar.
Orange Grove Restaurant
70, Nissi Ave., Agia Napa (23721995) Open
Daily 10am-3am (kitchen until 12 midnight).
Famed for its steaks and great value dishes, this
is a great place to go with children as there is
a large play centre. Elton John, Elvis and Kylie
tribute shows through the summer add another
dimension to your evening but even without the
additional entertainment, the extensive menu
ensures that you won’t be disappointed.
Paladela
61, Protaras Ave., Paralimni (23832896)
The set menus, suitable for all tastes and pockets, have made this a ver y popular place with
visitors to the district so you need to reser ve
a table well in advance. It also ser ves steaks,
traditional Cypriot food, fish (the seafood platter
is outstanding) and some Italian dishes. A good
selection of wines too.
Sage Restaurant & Wine Bar
10, Kryou Nerou St., Agia Napa (23816110,
99314000/www.sagerest.com) Open Daily 6pm11pm (winter Fri-Sat only).
If you want classy and atmospheric, elegant and
romantic, this place definitely fits the bill with
its sensational Mediterranean-inspired menu
of gourmet delights and sophisticated dishes.
A wonderful gastronomic experience for which
you need to book at weekends.
Square
2, Eleftheriou Iacovou St., Dherynia (23744833)
Open Tue-Sun 8am-11pm.
This rather nondescript looing place has an
extraordinary menu featuring not only a great
value-for-money Cypriot meze but impressive
international dishes such as salmon, burgers and
Thai curry that will make you want to go back
again and again. Not in the famous Agia Napa
square but right in the middle of Dherynia.
Italian/ Mediterranean
Just Italian
52, Kapparis Ave., Paralimni (23744300/www.
justitalian.com) Open Daily 12 noon-3pm &
5.30pm-11pm (Sun 1pm-10pm winter)
The name says it all at the Paralimni branch of
this established chain. With its lively atmosphere,
Abacus See p54.
simple décor, discreet ser vice and tasty food
including a range of wood-fire-cooked pizzas, it
offers Italian food at its best.
La Cultura Del Gusto
7, Ifestou St., Pernera, Paralimni (23833860,
99605291, 99419536) Open Daily 5pm-11.30pm.
The fact that it won the 2010 Time Out Eating Award
for Best Mediterranean Cuisine, shows just how
lucky Paralimni is to have such a restaurant. Its
game dishes, steaks and suckling pig are absolutely
delicious and it is clear that Cypriots and visitors
alike have discovered this exceptional dining venue.
Reservations essential at weekends.
Quadro Osteria Italian Restaurant
9, Kryou Nerou St., Agia Napa (23723838)
Open 1pm-11.30pm.
Whether you want traditional pasta dishes or
something a little more sophisticated – the first
dish on the menu, for example, is a scrumptious
star ter of smoked salmon with avocado and
orange ginger sauce – this little Italian eater y
is definitely one to try. Excellent service from
friendly and attentive staff.
Mexican
Los Bandidos
2, Ari Velouchioti St. (23723258/www.losbandidosmexican.com) Open Daily 5.30pm-11pm.
Arguably the best Mexican restaurant on the
island, and there are quite a few. Enjoy a refreshing margarita while you wait to be seated (it is
unbelievably popular) and enjoy something from
the large selection of starters before moving on to
the wide choice of main courses in large portions.
Great fajitas, fabulous salads.
Tequila Mexican
Corner of Nissi Ave. and Agia Mavri St., Agia
Napa (23723620) Open Daily 12 noon- 11pm.
Put on your sombrero and enjoy the Mexican
dining experience in the cactus-filled garden with
an ice cold Corona or Sol beer in your hand. You’ll
find a wide range of Mexican dishes served in
extremely generous portions. Great atmosphere,
wonderful staff.
Polynesian
Fiji
(23725925/www.polynesian-agianapa.com)
There are not too many Fijian restaurants around
but this one, done out in genuine Fijian style with
a thatched roof and bamboo décor, serves some
truly delicious food. The open kitchen means that
you can see the plethora of tropical fruits, unusual
vegetables, meats and spices being used as the
meals are created.
Famagusta District
Kyklos See p55.
Famagusta District
Vassos Fish Harbour Taverna
(23721884/www.vassosfishrest.com) Open
Daily 9am-10.30pm (15 Nov-31 Mar until 5pm).
A handful of restaurants in the Famagusta district
have earned themselves a faithful clientele of local
residents and return visitors to Cyprus, year in,
year out and this is one of them. The fresh fish
meze is undeniably one of the best-value anywhere
on the island.
International
Alati By The Sea
37, Pernera Ave., Paralimni (23833740/www.
alati-protaras.com) Open Daily 10am-2.30am.
With a menu that includes succulent dishes with
a Mediterranean flavour, this attractive all-day restaurant is the epitome of relaxation. Located right
on – and servicing – the beach, you don’t even have
to get off your sunbed to enjoy a cocktail or a snack.
It’s the hot spot of the area at night time for dinner,
combined with DJs and a trendy bar.
Orange Grove Restaurant
70, Nissi Ave., Agia Napa (23721995) Open
Daily 10am-3am (kitchen until 12 midnight).
Famed for its steaks and great value dishes, this
is a great place to go with children as there is
a large play centre. Elton John, Elvis and Kylie
tribute shows through the summer add another
dimension to your evening but even without the
additional entertainment, the extensive menu
ensures that you won’t be disappointed.
Paladela
61, Protaras Ave., Paralimni (23832896)
The set menus, suitable for all tastes and pockets, have made this a ver y popular place with
visitors to the district so you need to reser ve
a table well in advance. It also ser ves steaks,
traditional Cypriot food, fish (the seafood platter
is outstanding) and some Italian dishes. A good
selection of wines too.
10, Kryou Nerou St., Agia Napa (23816110,
99314000/www.sagerest.com) Open Daily 6pm11pm (winter Fri-Sat only).
If you want classy and atmospheric, elegant and
romantic, this place definitely fits the bill with
its sensational Mediterranean-inspired menu
of gourmet delights and sophisticated dishes.
A wonderful gastronomic experience for which
you need to book at weekends.
Square
2, Eleftheriou Iacovou St., Dherynia (23744833)
Open Tue-Sun 8am-11pm.
This rather nondescript looing place has an
extraordinary menu featuring not only a great
value-for-money Cypriot meze but impressive
international dishes such as salmon, burgers and
Thai curry that will make you want to go back
again and again. Not in the famous Agia Napa
square but right in the middle of Dherynia.
Italian/ Mediterranean
Just Italian
52, Kapparis Ave., Paralimni (23744300/www.
justitalian.com) Open Daily 12 noon-3pm &
5.30pm-11pm (Sun 1pm-10pm winter)
The name says it all at the Paralimni branch of
this established chain. With its lively atmosphere,
Abacus See p54.
simple décor, discreet ser vice and tasty food
including a range of wood-fire-cooked pizzas, it
offers Italian food at its best.
La Cultura Del Gusto
7, Ifestou St., Pernera, Paralimni (23833860,
99605291, 99419536) Open Daily 5pm-11.30pm.
The fact that it won the 2010 Time Out Eating Award
for Best Mediterranean Cuisine, shows just how
lucky Paralimni is to have such a restaurant. Its
game dishes, steaks and suckling pig are absolutely
delicious and it is clear that Cypriots and visitors
alike have discovered this exceptional dining venue.
Reservations essential at weekends.
9, Kryou Nerou St., Agia Napa (23723838)
Open 1pm-11.30pm.
Whether you want traditional pasta dishes or
something a little more sophisticated – the first
dish on the menu, for example, is a scrumptious
star ter of smoked salmon with avocado and
orange ginger sauce – this little Italian eater y
is definitely one to try. Excellent service from
friendly and attentive staff.
Mexican
Los Bandidos
2, Ari Velouchioti St. (23723258/www.losbandidosmexican.com) Open Daily 5.30pm-11pm.
Arguably the best Mexican restaurant on the
island, and there are quite a few. Enjoy a refreshing margarita while you wait to be seated (it is
unbelievably popular) and enjoy something from
the large selection of starters before moving on to
the wide choice of main courses in large portions.
Great fajitas, fabulous salads.
Tequila Mexican
Corner of Nissi Ave. and Agia Mavri St., Agia
Napa (23723620) Open Daily 12 noon- 11pm.
Put on your sombrero and enjoy the Mexican
dining experience in the cactus-filled garden with
an ice cold Corona or Sol beer in your hand. You’ll
find a wide range of Mexican dishes served in
extremely generous portions. Great atmosphere,
wonderful staff.
Polynesian
Fiji
(23725925/www.polynesian-agianapa.com)
There are not too many Fijian restaurants around
but this one, done out in genuine Fijian style with
a thatched roof and bamboo décor, serves some
truly delicious food. The open kitchen means that
you can see the plethora of tropical fruits, unusual
vegetables, meats and spices being used as the
meals are created.
Famagusta District
Kyklos See p55.
Index A-Z
Famagusta District A
Abacus (see page 54) 99637299 Alati by the sea (see page 60)
23833740 Anemos Beach Restaurant (see
page 59) 23831488
Archontiko tou Kosti (see page
55) 23943322 F
Fiji (see page 61) 23725925 H
Hokkaido (see page 54) 23721505 I
Ifalos (see page 55) 23834235
J
Just Italian (see page 60)
23744300 K
Kalamies (see page 59)
23831145 Karras (see page 59) 23820565 Koi (see page 54) 23831101 Kyklos (see page 55) 99272712 L
La Cultura Del Gusto (see page
61) 23833860 Limelight (see page 56)
23721650 Los Bandidos (see page 61)
23723258 M
Mousikos (see page 56) 23828833 N
Napa Tavern (see page 56)
23721280 O
Ocean Basket (see page 59)
23721703
Orange Grove Restaurant (see
page 60) 23721995 P
Paladela (see page 60)
23832896 (To) Ploumin Tavern (see page
56) 99658333 Q
(see page 61) 23723838
S
(see page 60) 23816110 San... ÔStou PsyrriÕ (see page 58)
23828777 Spartiatis (see page 59)
23831386 Square (see page 60) 23744833 T
Taverna tou Isaac (see page 59)
23723586 Tequila Mexican (see page 61)
23723620 Thalassa Gastro Bar (see
page 54) 23831011
Ttappis (see page 58) 23821959 V
Vangelis (see page 58) 23821456 Vassos Fish Harbour Taverna
(see page 60) 23721884 X
Xilino Restaurant (see page 58)
23962403
Larnaca
1900 Art Cafe (see page 43)
24653027 A
A33 (see page 38) 70006933 Agia Anna (see page 39)
22532500 Ammos Kitchen Bar (see page
44) 24828844 Archontiko Papadopoulou (see
page 39) 24531000 B
(The) Bailey Irish Pub & Restaurant (see page 44) 70004474
(The) Brewery (see page 44)
70004454
C
(see page 44) 24647877 Campanario Steak House (see
page 44) 24626110 CaptainÕs Table (see page 42)
24333737 D
(The) Depot (see page 38)
24625904 F
FengÕs House (see page 38)
T
24657176 FinniganÕs Bar and Restaurant
(see page 44) 77778393 G
Galu Seaside (see page 44)
24824100 Gefseis En Lefko (see page 40)
24655664 Grada (see page 40) 24647122 H
HoboÕs Steak House (see page
44) 24652584 K
Kansui (see page 45) 24849010 Kathari Kardia (see page 42)
24332415 Koutsonikolias (see page 40)
24361890, 99651818 Ktima Georgiades (see page 40)
24323222 Kyra Georgaina (see page 40)
24664978 L
La Veranda (see page 44)
24646777 Ladas Fish Tavern (see page 42)
24817300, 99681261
(see page 42) 24332450 Lord Kitchener (see page 45)
24333484 Lush (see page 44) 70008089 LuvSouvlaki (see page 40)
70000552
M
Marzano (see page 45) 24657000 Masalas (see page 43) 24644950 Militzis (see page 40) 24655867 Millosias Tavern (see page 40)
24534060 O
(see page 40) 97774877 P
Paliomouktaros (see page 40)
24323323 (To) Paradosiako (see page 42)
24658318
S
Santa Elena (see page 42)
24332203 Surf & Turf (see page 44)
24656647 T.G.I. FridayÕs (see page 44)
24816666 Taipei Town (see page 38)
24621399 The Bailey Irish Pub & Restaurant (see page 44) 70004474 The Brewery (see page 44)
70004454 To Paradosiako (see page 42)
24658318 V
Voreas (see page 42) 24647177 Gastra (see page 32) 25108718
Glykolemono (see page 30)
25761801
H
House (see page 30) 25364040 I
Il Gusto (see page 36) 25952638 Il Posto (see page 30) 25746777 Il Sapore (see page 37) 25313184 Istorikon (see page 32) 25377700 J
Juego Caf & Lounge (see page
30) 99481642
Z
Zefyros (see page 43) 24657198 K
Zygiana (see page 43) 24332448
Kalymnos (see page 34) 25632878 Karpenisi Kebab & Grill (see
Limassol
page 32) 25397701 Kavourotrypa (see page 34)
A
25390372 Akakiko (see page 28) 25323351 Kyoshi (see page 28) 25634333 Al Pesto (see page 36) 25328782 Kyprion Gevsis (see page 32)
77778877 Aliada (see page 34) 25340758 Angelos (see page 33) 25725333 Kyrenia Nautical Club (see page
Anotera (see page 32) 25354033 34) 25322414 Artima (see page 36) 25820466 Asiachi (see page 28) 25832000 L
La Boca (see page 37) 25278000 B
La Brezza (see page 37)
25851515 Berdema (see page 32)
La Maison Fleurie (see page 34)
25344350
25320680 Berengaria Restaurant (see
La Mer (see page 36) 25356095 page 32) 97895364
Library (see page 30) 25361362 Boho Chic Tapas Bar (see page
Lighthouse by Pralina Bay (see
34) 25364218, 99248772 page 36) 25313808
C
Limanaki (see page 34) 25832000 Lofou Traditional Taverna (see
Caf La Mode (see page 29)
page 32) 25470202, 99598903 25355355
Caprice at Londa (see page 36)
M
25865555 Chesters (see page 30) 25635155 (To) Mairkon tis Lysis (see page
32) 25560555 Chi Lounge (see page 28)
Mandaloun (see page 37)
25636357 25636845 Chopsticks (see page 28)
Mavrommatis (see page 36)
77777728 25858000 Columbia Steak House (see
Meze Taverna (see page 32)
page 34) 25278000 25367333 D
(O) Mezes tou Mimi (see page
33) 25712812 Dino Art Cafe (see page 30)
MichaelÕs Tavern (see page 33)
25762030 25934104 Draught Microbrewery (see
Milk Bar (see page 30)
page 30) 25820470 Drifters (see page 30) 25324243 25341000
Molly MaloneÕs (see page 30)
F
25821082 Forsos (see page 32) 25329490 N
G
Neon Phaliron (see page 36)
(The) Garden (see page 34)
25365768 25101212 (The) Noodle House (see page
28) 25820282, 77778979
O
Old Da Vinci (see page 31)
25342030
(The) Old Lemesos (see page
34) 25321047 (The) Old Neighbourhood (see
page 34) 25376082 (I) Oraia Ellas (see page 33)
25944328
Ousia Lounge Caf Bar (see
page 31) 25109040
P
P (see page 31) 25341944 Pagoda (see page 29)
25312000 Pasalimani (see page 34)
25321494 (O) Phiniotis (see page 33)
25733755 (Ta) Piatakia (see page 36)
25745017 Pitta tou Pappou (see page 33)
25588840 Plous (see page 31) 25377378 Polo Bar & Restaurant (see
page 31) 25332000
(see page 33) 25352135 R
Regato (see page 36) 25591259 Rio Bravo (see page 37)
25310362 Roku (see page 29) 70009777 S
Salut (see page 31) 25871614,
99626338 Seasons Oriental (see page 29)
25858000 Sikaminia (see page 33)
25365280
Skourouvinnos (see page 33)
25720692, 99608178 Sofroniou Beach Restaurant
(see page 34) 25632312 Stou Kyr Yianni (see page 33)
25422100 Syrian Arab Friendship Club
(see page 37) 25328838 T
(Ta) Tria Alonia (see page 33)
25583355 Takis Taverna (see page 33)
25943631 Tokyo Teppan Yaki (see page
29) 25873333 Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 63
Index A-Z
Famagusta District A
Abacus (see page 54) 99637299 Alati by the sea (see page 60)
23833740 Anemos Beach Restaurant (see
page 59) 23831488
Archontiko tou Kosti (see page
55) 23943322 F
Fiji (see page 61) 23725925 H
Hokkaido (see page 54) 23721505 I
Ifalos (see page 55) 23834235
J
Just Italian (see page 60)
23744300 K
Kalamies (see page 59)
23831145 Karras (see page 59) 23820565 Koi (see page 54) 23831101 Kyklos (see page 55) 99272712 L
La Cultura Del Gusto (see page
61) 23833860 Limelight (see page 56)
23721650 Los Bandidos (see page 61)
23723258 M
Mousikos (see page 56) 23828833 N
Napa Tavern (see page 56)
23721280 O
23721703
Orange Grove Restaurant (see
page 60) 23721995 P
Paladela (see page 60)
23832896 (To) Ploumin Tavern (see page
56) 99658333 Q
(see page 61) 23723838
S
(see page 60) 23816110 San... ÔStou PsyrriÕ (see page 58)
23828777 Spartiatis (see page 59)
23831386 Square (see page 60) 23744833 T
Taverna tou Isaac (see page 59)
23723586 Tequila Mexican (see page 61)
23723620 Thalassa Gastro Bar (see
page 54) 23831011
Ttappis (see page 58) 23821959 V
Vangelis (see page 58) 23821456 Vassos Fish Harbour Taverna
(see page 60) 23721884 X
Xilino Restaurant (see page 58)
23962403
Larnaca
1900 Art Cafe (see page 43)
24653027 A
A33 (see page 38) 70006933 Agia Anna (see page 39)
22532500 Ammos Kitchen Bar (see page
44) 24828844 Archontiko Papadopoulou (see
page 39) 24531000 B
(The) Bailey Irish Pub & Restaurant (see page 44) 70004474
(The) Brewery (see page 44)
70004454
C
(see page 44) 24647877 Campanario Steak House (see
page 44) 24626110 CaptainÕs Table (see page 42)
24333737 D
(The) Depot (see page 38)
24625904 F
FengÕs House (see page 38)
T
24657176 FinniganÕs Bar and Restaurant
(see page 44) 77778393 G
Galu Seaside (see page 44)
24824100 Gefseis En Lefko (see page 40)
24655664 Grada (see page 40) 24647122 H
HoboÕs Steak House (see page
44) 24652584 K
Kansui (see page 45) 24849010 Kathari Kardia (see page 42)
24332415 Koutsonikolias (see page 40)
24361890, 99651818 Ktima Georgiades (see page 40)
24323222 Kyra Georgaina (see page 40)
24664978 L
La Veranda (see page 44)
24646777 Ladas Fish Tavern (see page 42)
24817300, 99681261
(see page 42) 24332450 Lord Kitchener (see page 45)
24333484 Lush (see page 44) 70008089 LuvSouvlaki (see page 40)
70000552
M
Marzano (see page 45) 24657000 Masalas (see page 43) 24644950 Militzis (see page 40) 24655867 Millosias Tavern (see page 40)
24534060 O
(see page 40) 97774877 P
Paliomouktaros (see page 40)
24323323 (To) Paradosiako (see page 42)
24658318
S
Santa Elena (see page 42)
24332203 Surf & Turf (see page 44)
24816666 Taipei Town (see page 38)
24621399 The Bailey Irish Pub & Restaurant (see page 44) 70004474 The Brewery (see page 44)
70004454 To Paradosiako (see page 42)
24658318 V
Voreas (see page 42) 24647177 Gastra (see page 32) 25108718
Glykolemono (see page 30)
25761801
H
House (see page 30) 25364040 I
Il Gusto (see page 36) 25952638 Il Posto (see page 30) 25746777 Il Sapore (see page 37) 25313184 Istorikon (see page 32) 25377700 J
Juego Caf & Lounge (see page
30) 99481642
Z
Zefyros (see page 43) 24657198 K
Zygiana (see page 43) 24332448
Kalymnos (see page 34) 25632878 Karpenisi Kebab & Grill (see
Limassol
page 32) 25397701 Kavourotrypa (see page 34)
A
25390372 Akakiko (see page 28) 25323351 Kyoshi (see page 28) 25634333 Al Pesto (see page 36) 25328782 Kyprion Gevsis (see page 32)
77778877 Aliada (see page 34) 25340758 Angelos (see page 33) 25725333 Kyrenia Nautical Club (see page
Anotera (see page 32) 25354033 34) 25322414 Artima (see page 36) 25820466 Asiachi (see page 28) 25832000 L
La Boca (see page 37) 25278000 B
La Brezza (see page 37)
25851515 Berdema (see page 32)
La Maison Fleurie (see page 34)
25344350
25320680 Berengaria Restaurant (see
La Mer (see page 36) 25356095 page 32) 97895364
Library (see page 30) 25361362 Boho Chic Tapas Bar (see page
Lighthouse by Pralina Bay (see
34) 25364218, 99248772 page 36) 25313808
C
Limanaki (see page 34) 25832000 Lofou Traditional Taverna (see
Caf La Mode (see page 29)
page 32) 25470202, 99598903 25355355
Caprice at Londa (see page 36)
M
25865555 Chesters (see page 30) 25635155 (To) Mairkon tis Lysis (see page
32) 25560555 Chi Lounge (see page 28)
Mandaloun (see page 37)
25636357 25636845 Chopsticks (see page 28)
Mavrommatis (see page 36)
77777728 25858000 Columbia Steak House (see
Meze Taverna (see page 32)
page 34) 25278000 25367333 D
(O) Mezes tou Mimi (see page
33) 25712812 Dino Art Cafe (see page 30)
MichaelÕs Tavern (see page 33)
25762030 25934104 Draught Microbrewery (see
Milk Bar (see page 30)
page 30) 25820470 Drifters (see page 30) 25324243 25341000
Molly MaloneÕs (see page 30)
F
25821082 Forsos (see page 32) 25329490 N
G
Neon Phaliron (see page 36)
(The) Garden (see page 34)
25365768 25101212 (The) Noodle House (see page
28) 25820282, 77778979
O
Old Da Vinci (see page 31)
25342030
(The) Old Lemesos (see page
34) 25321047 (The) Old Neighbourhood (see
page 34) 25376082 (I) Oraia Ellas (see page 33)
25944328
Ousia Lounge Caf Bar (see
page 31) 25109040
P
P (see page 31) 25341944 Pagoda (see page 29)
25312000 Pasalimani (see page 34)
25321494 (O) Phiniotis (see page 33)
25733755 (Ta) Piatakia (see page 36)
25745017 Pitta tou Pappou (see page 33)
25588840 Plous (see page 31) 25377378 Polo Bar & Restaurant (see
page 31) 25332000
(see page 33) 25352135 R
Regato (see page 36) 25591259 Rio Bravo (see page 37)
25310362 Roku (see page 29) 70009777 S
Salut (see page 31) 25871614,
99626338 Seasons Oriental (see page 29)
25858000 Sikaminia (see page 33)
25365280
Skourouvinnos (see page 33)
25720692, 99608178 Sofroniou Beach Restaurant
(see page 34) 25632312 Stou Kyr Yianni (see page 33)
25422100 Syrian Arab Friendship Club
(see page 37) 25328838 T
(Ta) Tria Alonia (see page 33)
25583355 Takis Taverna (see page 33)
25943631 Tokyo Teppan Yaki (see page
29) 25873333 Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 63
Trata Fish Tavern (see page 34)
25586600 (O) Tsolias (see page 33)
2533752 V
Vivaldi (see page 37)
25858000 (To) Vouniotiko (see page 33)
25942054, 99316979 Nicosia 1900 Oinou Melathron (see
page 25) 22667668 A
Achillion (see page 20) 22668532 Aigaio (see page 20) 22433297 Ais Giorkis (see page 20)
22923600
AJÕs (see page 25) 22761515
Akakiko (see page 16)
77778022
B
Bastione (see page 17)
22730025
Buono Caf (see page 17)
22466566 C
Cafe La Mode (see page 17)
22510788, 22871787, 22447272
Cafe Mercedes (see page 17)
22270777 Casa Vieja (see page 27)
22673371 Chateau Status (see page 25)
77771167 China Spice (see page 16)
22875875 Chopsticks (see page 16)
22817070 Chytron Gefseis (see page 20)
22261261 D
Da Paolo (see page 26)
22438538 Daliou Mills (see page 20)
22521308 Dia Heiros Perikli (see page 20)
22669666
Domus (see page 25) 22433722
D.O.T. (see page 25) 22101228
E
El Torito (see page 27) 22757340 Ellinikes Diadromes (see page
20) 22330701 F
Family Nest (see page 24)
22427160 Fanous (see page 27) 22666663 FinbarrÕs (see page 17) 22376625 G
Garden of Chrysaliniotissa (see
page 20) 22343447 Gerakina (see page 20)
22668282
Golden Beirut (see page 27)
22676764 (I) Gonia tou Anastasi (see page
20) 22384884 Goodburger (see page 26)
22334959
GrecoÕs Nest (see page 21)
22358666 I
Il Bacaro (see page 27)
22676969 Il Forno (see page 27) 22456454 Il Forno di JennyÕs (see page 27)
22666643 K
Karpasia (see page 21)
22499040
Karvounomageiremata
(see page 21) 77777729 KathÕ Odon (see page 21)
22661656 (I) Koumparoi (see page 21)
22351070
O
22673777 Oktana (see page 18) 22760099 Olives & Burgers Healthy Caf
(see page 18) 77777447
Orpheas (see page 22)
22337788 Ousies & Oinopnevmata (see
page 22) 22777787 P
Palia Elektriki (see page 26)
22432559 Paragadi (see page 24)
22491310 (To) Periyiali stin Poli
(see page 24) 22490007 Pi & Phi (see page 19)
22263706 Plateia 1 (see page 19)
22675661
PlatoÕs (see page 19) 22666552 Pralina (see page 19) 22660491 Prosilio (see page 26) 22350520 Psarotaverna O Philippos
(see page 25) 22314020 Pyxida (see page 24) 22445636 R
Rancho (see page 26)
22454454 S
Sabai (see page 26) 97771912
L
Segafredo (see page 19)
77777714
(To) Latsi (see page 24)
Siantris (see page 22) 22671549 22780937, 22772459
Leventis (see page 21) 22773201 Sitio (see page 19) 22458610 Souxou Mouxou Mantalakia
Limoncello Deli Bar (see page
(see page 23) 22666600 18) 70009787
Stavros tis Asinou (see page
Loukoullos (see page 21)
23) 22852000, 22852500,
22844000 99352500
M
(To) Steki tis Loxandras (see
page 23) 22675757 (I) Mageirisses (see page 21)
Stoa tou Demetri (see page 23) 22381822 Marzano (see page 27) 22663240 22343030 Stou Kyriakou (see page 23)
Mattheos (see page 22)
22497539 22755846 Sushi La (see page 16)
Mayiopoula (see page 24)
22375036 22665577
T
(see page 24) 77777758
T.G.I. FridayÕs (see page 26)
Mezes kai Sychorio (see page
22674411, 22815776
22) 22593009
Tavernaki tou Pambou (see
Mezostrati (see page 22)
page 23) 22781083 22662727 Tavolino (see page 27)
MoondogÕs Bar & Grill (see
22663199 page 18) 22251177 Theodosis (see page 23)
N
22621537 Tsimpouradiko sti Stoa (see
No Reservations (see page 26)
page 23) 22875827 22376584 64 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
26941951 Mylos Restaurant (see page 49)
26342676, 99612368 Tutto Il Giorno Romantica (see
page 27) 22377276 Tzizi Mizi (see page 23)
22373444
N
Notios (see page 47) 26888700 V
Vasiliki (see page 23) 22349803
(see page 20) 22676707
O
26961379 (The) Old Town (see page 53)
26322758, 99632781
Olivetto (see page 52)
26220099 Oriental Sushi Bar (see page
47) 26844444 W
Wagamama (see page 16)
22870140 Z
Zanettos (see page 24)
22765501
Paphos
A
Araouzos Taverna (see page 48)
26632076, 99186496 Arapis Coral Bay (see page 50)
26621021 Asiachi (see page 46) 26883300 Asian Corner (see page 46)
26828043 Atlantis (see page 50)
26964525 B
Bacco (see page 51) 26844444 Bombay Brasserie (see page
51) 26964083, 26964084 Boulevard Bistro Wine Bar (see
page 47) 26910871
Brasserie Ifaistos (see page 51)
26829000 C
Cavallini (see page 52) 26964164 ChloeÕs No1 (see page 46)
26934676 E
Ela (see page 51) 26202003 F
Farmyard (see page 48)
26632745 FettaÕs Corner (see page 48)
26937822, 99586099 Fresco In Blue (see page 52)
26321088 G
Gold Sakura (see page 46)
26947492 Grazie (see page 52) 26818298 I
ImogenÕs Inn (see page 48)
Pi & Phi p19.
26632954 Imperial (see page 46)
26954010 K
Kanali (see page 50) 26342191 Karvounogonia (see page 48)
26270800
Kinyras (see page 48) 26941604 Konia Tavern (see page 49)
99622705, 99864807 L
La Place Royale (see page 47)
26933995 La Sardegna Da Gino (see page
52) 26933399 Laona (see page 49) 26937121 Leander Restaurant (see page
52) 26829000
Letymbou (see page 49)
26642614
Luna Rosa (see page 52)
26883300 M
Mandra Tavern (see page 49)
26934129 Mare e Monti (see page 53)
26967979 Meat Academy (see page 52)
26964888 Melitzia Tavern (see page 49)
26652979 Mesogios (see page 53)
26828000 Muse (see page 48)
P
Petradaki Tavern (see page 49)
26814191 Phuket (see page 47)
26936738 Pizza Express (see page 53)
26923034 Poco Loco (see page 53)
26961156 Poppadums (see page 51)
26949435 Porto Latchi (see page 50)
26321529 Psaropoulos (see page 51)
26321989 Psi (see page 51) 26881500
R
Risto La Piazza (see page 53)
26819921 S
Saint George (see page 51)
26621306 T
TheoÕs (see page 51) 26932829 Three Little Pigs (see page 49)
70003233
Tirimos (see page 51) 26942846 V
Viklari Observation Point
Restaurant (see page 49)
99489000, 26991088 Vouni Panayia Winery (see page
49) 26722770, 99453138
Y
Yiangos and Peter Taverna (see
page 51) 26321411 Yiannis (see page 50) 26633353 Yiorgos Taverna (see page 50)
26941379 Z
Zaffron (see page 52) 26933026
Trata Fish Tavern (see page 34)
25586600 (O) Tsolias (see page 33)
2533752 V
Vivaldi (see page 37)
25858000 (To) Vouniotiko (see page 33)
25942054, 99316979 Nicosia 1900 Oinou Melathron (see
page 25) 22667668 A
Achillion (see page 20) 22668532 Aigaio (see page 20) 22433297 Ais Giorkis (see page 20)
22923600
AJÕs (see page 25) 22761515
Akakiko (see page 16)
77778022
B
Bastione (see page 17)
22730025
Buono Caf (see page 17)
22466566 C
Cafe La Mode (see page 17)
22510788, 22871787, 22447272
Cafe Mercedes (see page 17)
22270777 Casa Vieja (see page 27)
22673371 Chateau Status (see page 25)
77771167 China Spice (see page 16)
22875875 Chopsticks (see page 16)
22817070 Chytron Gefseis (see page 20)
22261261 D
Da Paolo (see page 26)
22438538 Daliou Mills (see page 20)
22521308 Dia Heiros Perikli (see page 20)
22669666
Domus (see page 25) 22433722
D.O.T. (see page 25) 22101228
E
El Torito (see page 27) 22757340 Ellinikes Diadromes (see page
20) 22330701 F
Family Nest (see page 24)
22427160 Fanous (see page 27) 22666663 FinbarrÕs (see page 17) 22376625 G
Garden of Chrysaliniotissa (see
page 20) 22343447 Gerakina (see page 20)
22668282
Golden Beirut (see page 27)
22676764 (I) Gonia tou Anastasi (see page
20) 22384884 Goodburger (see page 26)
22334959
GrecoÕs Nest (see page 21)
22358666 I
Il Bacaro (see page 27)
22676969 Il Forno (see page 27) 22456454 Il Forno di JennyÕs (see page 27)
22666643 K
Karpasia (see page 21)
22499040
Karvounomageiremata
(see page 21) 77777729 KathÕ Odon (see page 21)
22661656 (I) Koumparoi (see page 21)
22351070
O
22673777 Oktana (see page 18) 22760099 Olives & Burgers Healthy Caf
(see page 18) 77777447
Orpheas (see page 22)
22337788 Ousies & Oinopnevmata (see
page 22) 22777787 P
Palia Elektriki (see page 26)
22432559 Paragadi (see page 24)
22491310 (To) Periyiali stin Poli
(see page 24) 22490007 Pi & Phi (see page 19)
22263706 Plateia 1 (see page 19)
22675661
PlatoÕs (see page 19) 22666552 Pralina (see page 19) 22660491 Prosilio (see page 26) 22350520 Psarotaverna O Philippos
(see page 25) 22314020 Pyxida (see page 24) 22445636 R
Rancho (see page 26)
22454454 S
Sabai (see page 26) 97771912
L
Segafredo (see page 19)
77777714
(To) Latsi (see page 24)
Siantris (see page 22) 22671549 22780937, 22772459
Leventis (see page 21) 22773201 Sitio (see page 19) 22458610 Souxou Mouxou Mantalakia
Limoncello Deli Bar (see page
(see page 23) 22666600 18) 70009787
Stavros tis Asinou (see page
Loukoullos (see page 21)
23) 22852000, 22852500,
22844000 99352500
M
(To) Steki tis Loxandras (see
page 23) 22675757 (I) Mageirisses (see page 21)
Stoa tou Demetri (see page 23) 22381822 Marzano (see page 27) 22663240 22343030 Stou Kyriakou (see page 23)
Mattheos (see page 22)
22497539 22755846 Sushi La (see page 16)
Mayiopoula (see page 24)
22375036 22665577
T
(see page 24) 77777758
T.G.I. FridayÕs (see page 26)
Mezes kai Sychorio (see page
22674411, 22815776
22) 22593009
Tavernaki tou Pambou (see
Mezostrati (see page 22)
page 23) 22781083 22662727 Tavolino (see page 27)
MoondogÕs Bar & Grill (see
22663199 page 18) 22251177 Theodosis (see page 23)
N
22621537 Tsimpouradiko sti Stoa (see
No Reservations (see page 26)
page 23) 22875827 22376584 64 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
26941951 Mylos Restaurant (see page 49)
26342676, 99612368 Tutto Il Giorno Romantica (see
page 27) 22377276 Tzizi Mizi (see page 23)
22373444
N
Notios (see page 47) 26888700 V
Vasiliki (see page 23) 22349803
(see page 20) 22676707
O
26961379 (The) Old Town (see page 53)
26322758, 99632781
Olivetto (see page 52)
26220099 Oriental Sushi Bar (see page
47) 26844444 W
Wagamama (see page 16)
22870140 Z
Zanettos (see page 24)
22765501
Paphos
A
Araouzos Taverna (see page 48)
26632076, 99186496 Arapis Coral Bay (see page 50)
26621021 Asiachi (see page 46) 26883300 Asian Corner (see page 46)
26828043 Atlantis (see page 50)
26964525 B
Bacco (see page 51) 26844444 Bombay Brasserie (see page
51) 26964083, 26964084 Boulevard Bistro Wine Bar (see
page 47) 26910871
Brasserie Ifaistos (see page 51)
26829000 C
Cavallini (see page 52) 26964164 ChloeÕs No1 (see page 46)
26934676 E
Ela (see page 51) 26202003 F
Farmyard (see page 48)
26632745 FettaÕs Corner (see page 48)
26937822, 99586099 Fresco In Blue (see page 52)
26321088 G
Gold Sakura (see page 46)
26947492 Grazie (see page 52) 26818298 I
ImogenÕs Inn (see page 48)
Pi & Phi p19.
26632954 Imperial (see page 46)
26954010 K
Kanali (see page 50) 26342191 Karvounogonia (see page 48)
26270800
Kinyras (see page 48) 26941604 Konia Tavern (see page 49)
99622705, 99864807 L
La Place Royale (see page 47)
26933995 La Sardegna Da Gino (see page
52) 26933399 Laona (see page 49) 26937121 Leander Restaurant (see page
52) 26829000
Letymbou (see page 49)
26642614
Luna Rosa (see page 52)
26883300 M
Mandra Tavern (see page 49)
26934129 Mare e Monti (see page 53)
26967979 Meat Academy (see page 52)
26964888 Melitzia Tavern (see page 49)
26652979 Mesogios (see page 53)
26828000 Muse (see page 48)
P
Petradaki Tavern (see page 49)
26814191 Phuket (see page 47)
26936738 Pizza Express (see page 53)
26923034 Poco Loco (see page 53)
26961156 Poppadums (see page 51)
26949435 Porto Latchi (see page 50)
26321529 Psaropoulos (see page 51)
26321989 Psi (see page 51) 26881500
R
Risto La Piazza (see page 53)
26819921 S
Saint George (see page 51)
26621306 T
TheoÕs (see page 51) 26932829 Three Little Pigs (see page 49)
70003233
Tirimos (see page 51) 26942846 V
Viklari Observation Point
Restaurant (see page 49)
99489000, 26991088 Vouni Panayia Winery (see page
49) 26722770, 99453138
Y
Yiangos and Peter Taverna (see
page 51) 26321411 Yiannis (see page 50) 26633353 Yiorgos Taverna (see page 50)
26941379 Z
Zaffron (see page 52) 26933026
Glossary
2013
The Winners
Best Taverna
Mousikos, Sotira, Famagusta District
Kateifi
Afelia: pork stewed in red wine and coriander.
Baklava: dessert made from filo pastry layered
with nuts and doused with syrup.
Gigantes: large beans baked in tomato sauce.
Halloumi: traditional Cypriot cheese made from
goat’s milk, often fried or grilled.
Hiromeri: marinated, smoked and pressed ham
Horiatiki salata: Greek ‘village’ salad made with
tomato, cucumber, onion, feta, green pepper
and olive oil.
Glyko: preserved fruits in syrup.
Kateifi: syrup-soaked, shredded-pastry rolls.
Keftedes: herby meatballs of minced pork or lamb,
egg, breadcrumbs, herbs and spices.
Kleftiko: slow-roasted lamb on the bone, flavoured
with oregano.
Koupepia: vine leaves stuffed with rice, spices and
minced meat (‘dolmades’ in Greece).
Koupes: cigar shaped wheat cases with meat
filling.
Loukanika: pork sausages with spices and
wine.
Mousakas: baked dish of minced meat, aubergine,
potato slices and herbs, topped with béchamel
sauce.
Pourgouri: cracked wheat rice.
Sheftalia: pig or lamb gut-membrane stuffed with
pork or lamb mince, onion, parsley and spices,
then grilled.
Souvla: large chunks of lamb or pork, slow-roasted
on a rotary spit.
Souvlaki: meat cubes quick-grilled on a skewer
(kebab).
Stifado: meat stew (often rabbit) with onions, red
wine, tomatoes, cinnamon and bay leaves.
Taramosalata: fish roe pate with olive oil, lemon
juice and breadcrumbs or potato.
Talatouri: dip of shredded cucumber, yoghurt,
garlic and mint (‘tzatziki’ in Greece).
Zivania: clear and ver y strong local alcoholic
spirit best enjoyed icy cold.
Best Newcomer
Dia Heiros Perikli, Nicosia
Nice Price
Olives & Burgers, Nicosia
Best Kebab
Leventis, Nicosia Best International Cuisine
No Reservations, Nicosia Best Mediterranean Cuisine
Artima Bistro, Limassol
Best Fish Restaurant
Pyxida, Nicosia
Best Hotel Restaurant
Vivaldi (Four Seasons Hotel), Limassol
Best Wine Cellar
Risto La Piazza, Paphos
Fresh Idea
Vino Cultura Wine & Tapas Bar, Nicosia
ReadersÕ Choice
Ocean Basket
Best Traditional Product
Eleni Neocleous Arkatena Bagels,
Omodos
Best Cypriot Product
Photini Arkatena Bagels, Omodos
Glossary
2013
The Winners
Best Taverna
Mousikos, Sotira, Famagusta District
Kateifi
Afelia: pork stewed in red wine and coriander.
Baklava: dessert made from filo pastry layered
with nuts and doused with syrup.
Gigantes: large beans baked in tomato sauce.
Halloumi: traditional Cypriot cheese made from
goat’s milk, often fried or grilled.
Hiromeri: marinated, smoked and pressed ham
Horiatiki salata: Greek ‘village’ salad made with
tomato, cucumber, onion, feta, green pepper
and olive oil.
Glyko: preserved fruits in syrup.
Kateifi: syrup-soaked, shredded-pastry rolls.
Keftedes: herby meatballs of minced pork or lamb,
egg, breadcrumbs, herbs and spices.
Kleftiko: slow-roasted lamb on the bone, flavoured
with oregano.
Koupepia: vine leaves stuffed with rice, spices and
minced meat (‘dolmades’ in Greece).
Koupes: cigar shaped wheat cases with meat
filling.
Loukanika: pork sausages with spices and
wine.
Mousakas: baked dish of minced meat, aubergine,
potato slices and herbs, topped with béchamel
sauce.
Pourgouri: cracked wheat rice.
Sheftalia: pig or lamb gut-membrane stuffed with
pork or lamb mince, onion, parsley and spices,
then grilled.
Souvla: large chunks of lamb or pork, slow-roasted
on a rotary spit.
Souvlaki: meat cubes quick-grilled on a skewer
(kebab).
Stifado: meat stew (often rabbit) with onions, red
wine, tomatoes, cinnamon and bay leaves.
Taramosalata: fish roe pate with olive oil, lemon
juice and breadcrumbs or potato.
Talatouri: dip of shredded cucumber, yoghurt,
garlic and mint (‘tzatziki’ in Greece).
Zivania: clear and ver y strong local alcoholic
spirit best enjoyed icy cold.
Best Newcomer
Dia Heiros Perikli, Nicosia
Nice Price
Olives & Burgers, Nicosia
Best Kebab
Leventis, Nicosia Best International Cuisine
No Reservations, Nicosia Best Mediterranean Cuisine
Artima Bistro, Limassol
Best Fish Restaurant
Pyxida, Nicosia
Best Hotel Restaurant
Vivaldi (Four Seasons Hotel), Limassol
Best Wine Cellar
Risto La Piazza, Paphos
Fresh Idea
Vino Cultura Wine & Tapas Bar, Nicosia
ReadersÕ Choice
Ocean Basket
Best Traditional Product
Eleni Neocleous Arkatena Bagels,
Omodos
Best Cypriot Product
Photini Arkatena Bagels, Omodos

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