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Grande Dame Athenian Tavern
Diners’ top pick
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Price: Moderate
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Greek
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4.7
(111)
Welcome to Grande Dame Athenian Tavern, we look forward to serving you.
  1. A photo of Nyx Rooftop Japanese Restaurant restaurant

    Nyx Rooftop Japanese Restaurant

    Price: Very Expensive
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    Asian
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    4.8
    (134)
    Take in the ultimate Acropolis view whilst savoring luscious Japanese delicacies with handcrafted cocktails on our glamourous rooftop lounge.
    NYX is located at the top floor of the Academias Hotel Athens and is the newest lifestyle entry in the Athenian gastro-scene. Exceptional, fresh and raw produce become the base of a fascinating selection of elegant Japanese influenced dishes, tastefully blended with its signature cocktails, fulfill the most of discerning palates and create a truly unique dining & drinking experience.
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    Kiouzin

    Price: Expensive
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    Greek
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    4.8
    (77)
    In a friendly and warm environment in Kolonaki, with a vintage feel to it, we promise that you will be pleasantly surprised by our traditional Greek recipes with a twist! Our chef, Lena Sfyroera, uses Greek PDO products, fresh ingredients and superfoods to cook special Greek recipes, enhanced with fresh notes. The result is tasty compositions that will stay with you forever and change your expectations regarding “home-made” food!
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Okio Restaurant
Top-rated food
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Price: Expensive
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Mediterranean
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4.5
(20)
Michelin-recommended from 2021 to 2024 and ranked among the Top 10 Restaurants in Athens by Restaurant Guru, Okio offers an exclusive small restaurant dining experience in the heart of Plaka.
Under the leadership of Executive Chef Panagiotis Giakalis—recently named Chef of the Year 2025—and Head Chef George Tsolkas, Okio presents a refined fusion of Mediterranean and Asian flavours. The sharing-style menu showcases fresh fish and shellfish, crafted from seasonal, sustainably sourced Greek ingredients with creativity and precision.
Set in a modern, intimate space with limited seating, Okio features outdoor tables and a private mezzanine—perfect for romantic dinners, group dining, and special occasions. Whether you’re joining us for a quiet evening or a private celebration, Okio delivers a personalised, high-end culinary journey with warm Athenian hospitality.
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    Geco Athens

    Price: Expensive
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    Mediterranean
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    4.6
    (14)
    GECO Athens is a modern all-day bar-restaurant located in the heart of Athens, just a short walk from Syntagma Square, offering a refined and creative approach to Mediterranean comfort food. The menu—crafted by Executive Chef Panagiotis Flakas in collaboration with 2-Michelin-starred Chef Georgianna Hiliadaki—features seasonal ingredients and bold flavors across brunch, lunch, and dinner.
    The brunch menu includes elevated classics such as avocado on toast, Salmon Royale, and Mediterranean-inspired egg dishes, alongside curated daytime plates and fresh-baked pastries. Lunch offerings focus on balanced, seasonal dishes, while the dinner menu showcases distinctive creations that reflect both tradition and innovation. A premium bar selection and signature cocktails complete the experience.
    GECO also features a curated program of live music, vocal performances, and DJ sets, creating a dynamic setting where food, music, and ambience come together.
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    Hill Athens

    Price: Expensive
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    Greek
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    4.7
    (374)
    Modern Greek cuisine, updated wine cellar and tasty Mediterranean cocktails, along with a unique view of the Acropolis. In the center of the touristic area, at Thissio, the Hill Athens restaurant, looking for raw materials by small Greek producers and offers Greek tastes, which change the gastronomic map of the area.
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Hard Rock Cafe - Athens
Top-rated hospitality
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Price: Moderate
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American
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4.4
(274)
Located at 52 Adrianou Str. in Monastiraki, just a stone’s throw away from the historic city center with stunning views of the Acropolis, Hard Rock Cafe Athens is a must-see for both visitors and locals alike. The Cafe Bar area features a beautiful internal atrium area with a sliding roof top. Guests can enjoy fresh, high-quality food from our food menu which includes a selection of our starters and salads, as well as our delicious Legendary burgers and many more. Hard Rock Cafe's food items, are complimented by an extensive, award-winning drinks menu that includes Hurricanes, Margaritas, signature favorites and Alternative Rock (alcohol-free) beverages, all available in Hard rock souvenir glassware. Hard Rock's cocktails are handcrafted, just like its cuisine and as authentic as the memorabilia on the walls. Memorabilia from Hard Rock iconic collection adorns the walls of Hard Rock Cafe Athens, including items form legendary and contemporary musicians from around the world.
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    Gloria Gati

    Price: Expensive
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    Italian
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    4.4
    (89)
    Gloria Gati is the new restaurant of chef George Papakostas who jokingly refers to Gloria as the older sister of Vittoria Gati, another famous restaurant of his in Glyfada. Gloria is located in a historic building in the Athens center just 50 meters from Syntagma square. It is defined by an eclectic vintage design in a very cosy space where the pizza oven takes center stage. The bar serves award winning cocktails and over 100 wines from Greece and around the globe. The menu is Italian with a focus on homemade pasta and quality meats. The pizza is made from a 1937 sourdough and baked in a traditional oven imported from Naples. Some of the signature dishes include the steak tartare, arancini bolognese, the raviolo cacio pepe, the reginette al tartufo for truffle lovers as well as pollo francese and the ossobuco which is cooked for 12 hours. A tiramisu is a must here accompanied by a single estate espresso. Outside seating is available all year round in the courtyard of St George church
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    THE BOTANY Roof Garden at Acropolis

    Price: Very Expensive
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    Greek
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    4.7
    (38)
    SAVOR THE ESSENCE
    The epitome of fine dining with stunning views of Athens' Acropolis and the Temple of Olympian Zeus.
    The charming atmosphere is enhanced by a lovely garden, and the mystery of the night stars, whose names have roots in ancient Greek mythology.
    The restaurant serves exquisite modern Greek cuisine with flavors as captivating as the monuments you live.
    The menu has been carefully curated to include sustainably sourced dishes with nourishing ingredients like Greece's well-known herbs, encouraging healthy balance for both the body and the soul.
    The exclusive dining experience and iconic memories are also offered in a private area (on request).
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Kosmikon
Great vibe
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Price: Expensive
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Greek
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4.5
(67)
Kosmikon is one of the oldest restaurants in the area of Plaka in Athens underneath of the Acropolis. The building has been constructed around the year 1850.
The main aim was to respect the history of the building. The decoration on the inside is in harmony with the imposing power of the building, leaving it with the delicate architectonic elements that dominate, creating an atmosphere of a chic local restaurant.
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    Gods’ Restaurant

    Price: Moderate
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    Greek
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    4.6
    (57)
    Greeks tend to associate pleasures with homemade food, quality wine and good company. Heirs of the richest gastronomy they always search for a special hangout that combines the intimate atmosphere of home with mama's kitchen aromas. When Mr. George and his wife Maria decided after more than 50 years of experience in cooking and restaurant business to create "Gods' Restaurant" they couldn't have not respected these principles. At the family - owned "Gods' Restaurant" you will feel right at home with rustic and hospitable atmosphere. Mrs. Maria and their two sons along with the executive chef create authentic recipes from all over Greece, like grape leaves, the famous lamb "kleftiko", cheese pie with honey & Greek kebab “Sheftalia”. There are also some unique dishes which you can hardly find elsewhere, such as ravioli stuffed with beef & spices with red pepper & yoghurt-mint sauce, slow-cooked goat with pappardelle pasta, Cretan macaroni "skioufichta" and the caramelized octopus

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