Guidebook for Athens
Drinks & Nightlife
This former auto workshop turned all-day bar/restaurant is a thriving hub in Koukaki. With its remarkable cocktails, unique atmosphere and personality, and convenient location, Bel Ray has become a favorite address in Koukaki. Come here for coffee in the morning, snacks and beer in the afternoon or a drink with friends in the evening. You won’t regret it.
56 locals recommend
Bel Ray
88 FalirouThis former auto workshop turned all-day bar/restaurant is a thriving hub in Koukaki. With its remarkable cocktails, unique atmosphere and personality, and convenient location, Bel Ray has become a favorite address in Koukaki. Come here for coffee in the morning, snacks and beer in the afternoon or a drink with friends in the evening. You won’t regret it.
Something old, something cute, something thorough. This is what Lotte inspired. This tiny bistro-bar, with its bright and colorful décor, is open all day, serving delicious Italian coffee and light snacks. At night, however, even though the tea room vibe is hard to shake off, Lotte serves refreshing beers (like a good Stella Artois on tap) and other drinks.
112 locals recommend
Lotte cafe-bistrot
2 Tsami KaratasouSomething old, something cute, something thorough. This is what Lotte inspired. This tiny bistro-bar, with its bright and colorful décor, is open all day, serving delicious Italian coffee and light snacks. At night, however, even though the tea room vibe is hard to shake off, Lotte serves refreshing beers (like a good Stella Artois on tap) and other drinks.
Winepoint is another wine bar worth mentioning. Located five minutes from the Acropolis Museum on a tiny side-street, it offers more than 270 Greek wines. Don’t despair if you are not a connoisseur; the qualified staff will guide you through the menu and will find the perfect bottle for you. If you’re feeling a bit famished, Winepoint also serves hot dishes as well as cheese and charcuterie plates. Like what you drink? Buy a bottle as a gift – or simply for yourself. We don’t judge.
53 locals recommend
Winepoint
2 PorinouWinepoint is another wine bar worth mentioning. Located five minutes from the Acropolis Museum on a tiny side-street, it offers more than 270 Greek wines. Don’t despair if you are not a connoisseur; the qualified staff will guide you through the menu and will find the perfect bottle for you. If you’re feeling a bit famished, Winepoint also serves hot dishes as well as cheese and charcuterie plates. Like what you drink? Buy a bottle as a gift – or simply for yourself. We don’t judge.
Drupes & Drips
20 ZitrouCozy place to have a wine or a spritz
Food Scene
For those with a sweet tooth, we highly recommend you drop by Takis Bakery for a delicious and yummy treat.
109 locals recommend
Takis Bakery
14 MisaraliotouFor those with a sweet tooth, we highly recommend you drop by Takis Bakery for a delicious and yummy treat.
Granted, Koukaki is not Piraeus where fish taverns and restaurants are legion, but it still houses a great fish eatery called Skoubri. The restaurant, with its bright and minimalist vibe reminiscent of the islands, caters to the fish lovers of the area. Feast on grilled sardines and octopus and other delicacies, and wash it all down with some ouzo – you will quickly feel as if you were by the sea.
54 locals recommend
Skoubri - Σκουμπρί
14 DrakouGranted, Koukaki is not Piraeus where fish taverns and restaurants are legion, but it still houses a great fish eatery called Skoubri. The restaurant, with its bright and minimalist vibe reminiscent of the islands, caters to the fish lovers of the area. Feast on grilled sardines and octopus and other delicacies, and wash it all down with some ouzo – you will quickly feel as if you were by the sea.
This new hot spot is often overlooked by tourists but revered by locals. The Fabrica of Euphrosinos was established by George Gatsos and serves hearty dishes such as slow-cooked ribs, lamb pie, and veal chops along with vegetarian options. Gatsos’ wife, Athina Tsoli, is a hard-core oenologist who has her own label. The duo makes this small restaurant a lovely destination for traditional Greek cuisine with a twist.
42 locals recommend
Fabrica tou Efrosinou
34 Anastasiou ZinniThis new hot spot is often overlooked by tourists but revered by locals. The Fabrica of Euphrosinos was established by George Gatsos and serves hearty dishes such as slow-cooked ribs, lamb pie, and veal chops along with vegetarian options. Gatsos’ wife, Athina Tsoli, is a hard-core oenologist who has her own label. The duo makes this small restaurant a lovely destination for traditional Greek cuisine with a twist.
This restaurant set in a minimalist setting is honoring traditional cuisine from the Mani Peninsula, in Peloponnese. No need to travel there (though you should), as you can sample everything the region has to offer here at ManiMani. For example, try the giouvetsi (beef in tomato sauce), the traditional Mani sausage with orange, or the bardouniotikos (rooster stewed with feta). Because of its location, ManiMani is an excellent oasis in which to take a break from the city.
127 locals recommend
Mani Mani
10 FalirouThis restaurant set in a minimalist setting is honoring traditional cuisine from the Mani Peninsula, in Peloponnese. No need to travel there (though you should), as you can sample everything the region has to offer here at ManiMani. For example, try the giouvetsi (beef in tomato sauce), the traditional Mani sausage with orange, or the bardouniotikos (rooster stewed with feta). Because of its location, ManiMani is an excellent oasis in which to take a break from the city.
Guarantee is the place that made sandwiches fashionable back in the day. Celebrating 27 years of service, this spot still serves delicious and tasty sandwiches, known in the neighborhood and beyond. Make your selection among the charcuteries and other garnishes, but make sure to order the fresh squeezed orange juice – it’s delicious.
63 locals recommend
Guarantee
41 VeikouGuarantee is the place that made sandwiches fashionable back in the day. Celebrating 27 years of service, this spot still serves delicious and tasty sandwiches, known in the neighborhood and beyond. Make your selection among the charcuteries and other garnishes, but make sure to order the fresh squeezed orange juice – it’s delicious.
Located in one of Koukaki’s pedestrian streets, Mikri Venetia (Small Venice) is a modern taverna/mezodopoleio. Characterized by modern Greek cuisine, Mikri Venetia serves a set menu, as well as daily dishes. The calamari risotto served with zucchini and basil is particularly tasty, while the cod ‘meatballs’ are a must-try. If the weather allows it, make sure to sit outside and watch the children play in front of the terrace. Here’s to a traditional taste of Athens.
39 locals recommend
little Venice
15 Geor. OlimpiouLocated in one of Koukaki’s pedestrian streets, Mikri Venetia (Small Venice) is a modern taverna/mezodopoleio. Characterized by modern Greek cuisine, Mikri Venetia serves a set menu, as well as daily dishes. The calamari risotto served with zucchini and basil is particularly tasty, while the cod ‘meatballs’ are a must-try. If the weather allows it, make sure to sit outside and watch the children play in front of the terrace. Here’s to a traditional taste of Athens.
Kalamaki Bar is where you can get your fill of souvlaki, grilled meats (lamb, beef, chicken) on a stick served with pita bread. But vegetarians are welcome too with options such as halloumi cheese and portobello mushrooms on sticks, as well as homemade fries and a wide variety of fresh salads. This modern Greek joint is a refreshing alternative to the usual greasy souvlaki places.
91 locals recommend
Kalamaki Bar
15 DrakouKalamaki Bar is where you can get your fill of souvlaki, grilled meats (lamb, beef, chicken) on a stick served with pita bread. But vegetarians are welcome too with options such as halloumi cheese and portobello mushrooms on sticks, as well as homemade fries and a wide variety of fresh salads. This modern Greek joint is a refreshing alternative to the usual greasy souvlaki places.
TUK TUK THAI STREET FOOD
40 VeikouExcellent Thai Street Food
Arts & Culture
The greatest and finest sanctuary of ancient Athens, dedicated primarily to its patron, the goddess Athena, dominates the centre of the modern city from the rocky crag known as the Acropolis. The most celebrated myths of ancient Athens, its greatest religious festivals, earliest cults and several decisive events in the city's history are all connected to this sacred precinct. The monuments of the Acropolis stand in harmony with their natural setting. These unique masterpieces of ancient architecture combine different orders and styles of Classical art in a most innovative manner and have influenced art and culture for many centuries. The Acropolis of the fifth century BC is the most accurate
351 locals recommend
Acropoli station
The greatest and finest sanctuary of ancient Athens, dedicated primarily to its patron, the goddess Athena, dominates the centre of the modern city from the rocky crag known as the Acropolis. The most celebrated myths of ancient Athens, its greatest religious festivals, earliest cults and several decisive events in the city's history are all connected to this sacred precinct. The monuments of the Acropolis stand in harmony with their natural setting. These unique masterpieces of ancient architecture combine different orders and styles of Classical art in a most innovative manner and have influenced art and culture for many centuries. The Acropolis of the fifth century BC is the most accurate
Acropolis Museum
15 Dionysiou AreopagitouEssentials
ΑΒ Βασιλόπουλος
151 LenormanSightseeing
Rising at 147 meters, Filopappos Hill (or Filopappou Hill or the Hill of the Muses) is well known for its majestic views of the Acropolis. Located to the west of the Acropolis, the hill is adjacent to the Pnyx hill, which used to be where ancient Athenians gathered to host their popular assemblies and features the emblematic Monument of Filopappos at its summit.
526 locals recommend
Filopappou Hill
215 ΦυλήςRising at 147 meters, Filopappos Hill (or Filopappou Hill or the Hill of the Muses) is well known for its majestic views of the Acropolis. Located to the west of the Acropolis, the hill is adjacent to the Pnyx hill, which used to be where ancient Athenians gathered to host their popular assemblies and features the emblematic Monument of Filopappos at its summit.
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center
364 Leof. Andrea SiggrouVery nice walk