The island of Chios has a large number of taverns, where you can try the Greek cuisine and enjoy fresh seafood right from the fishermen basket. Choose between dinner in the main town, by the beaches or in the many villages of Chios. Particularly nice Chios restaurants are found in small fishing ports and seaside villages around the island.
Chios is blessed with fields of mastic, oranges, mandarins and botanic herbs, bringing incomparable taste and aromas to its local cuisine. In Chios restaurants, try juicy tomato meatballs, the local cheese kopanisti and do not miss a spoon sweet for dessert.
Amethystos
Greek
Traditional
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Amethystos restaurant is situated in Olympi village in Chios. Its rich, full of fantasy menu consists of various traditional, yet twisted Greek dishes, like eggplant rolls filled with local mastelo cheese. All the delicious meals are cooked with the finest, local ingredients and satisfy even the ...
Meltemaki
Mediterranean
$$-$$$
Meltemaki is a fish tavern, which combines high quality food with a welcoming atmosphere. Situated in a wonderful setting by the sea, it offers a stunning view of the Aegean Archipelagos. In this place traditional flavors are perfectly merged in gourmet dishes.
Hotzas Tavern
Greek
Traditional
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Hotzas is a cozy, welcoming tavern that serves popular Greek dishes in twisted variations. Everything is handmade, from the pasta to the dessert. The menu includes various options, like lamb kebab with yoghurt and rocket, white beans with tomato and mandarin, and dolmadhes with lemon.
Spontini
International
$$-$$$
In Chios Town, you will find Spontini, a cozy restaurant with a beautiful decoration and a welcoming atmosphere. It is an ideal place for you, in case you need to take a break from the traditional, Greek flavors during your stay in Chios.
The Pastards
Italian
Italian Pizza
$$-$$$
"The Pastards" is run by young, dynamic and innovative people. In this modern place, you will taste popular Italian dishes, which are prepared in many delicious variations.
Galera Taverna
Greek
Traditional
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Galera is a family taverna located just on the beautiful beach of Lithi, on the southwestern side of Chios. Headed by Emilios, the chef, and Asia who is welcoming guests with a large warm smile, this restaurant offers traditional dishes prepared with fresh local ingredients.
Roussiko
Greek
Traditional
$$
At Roussiko restaurant you will enjoy authentic Greek flavors and high-quality dishes. Its fine, friendly atmosphere, the nice location and the wide variety of options on the menu make it a really inviting place and a good choice for a delicious meal.
Fabrika
Greek
Traditional
$$
Fabrika is a traditional Greek tavern, which is situated in Volissos village. It is housed in a beautiful, stone-built building, that dates back to 1887 and which once used to be an olive oil mill.
Bachari
Mediterranean
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Situated by the sea, Bachari overlooks the beautiful bay with small boats floating on the water. Its menu is mainly based on flavors of the Mediterranean cuisine and consists of various seafood dishes and delicious meat options.
