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Astir Beach (Apollonos 40, Vouliagmeni 16671) – located just 25 km. south of Athens, this beach is part of the Arion Resort & Spa (Astir Hotel Complex). Regardless, it is still open to the public daily from 8:00 am to 9:00 pm. Along with access to the beach, sand sports are also available (including two […]

Technopolis (Pireos and Voutadon, Athens 11854) – located within a former natural gas processing plant, this venue hosts a variety of concerts, parties, DJ events, and exhibits. Also found within the grounds of this venue is an amphitheater (suitable for theater performances, concerts, lectures, seminars & book presentations), the Museum of Radio Broadcasting (which hosts […]

Papagalos (37-39 Persefonis, Gazi, Athens) – this restaurant, located in the trendy Gazi district, is popular among the locals for its long, traditional dishes, along with the live music played on weekends (Friday & Saturday night from 11 pm, and Sunday from 6 pm).

Orizontes Lycavittou (Lycabettus Hill, Athens) — this upscale restaurant offers patrons spectacular views of Athens – a reason unto itself to be there. This is a popular restaurant for romantic couples. Dishes served there include lamb (slowly cooked with beer, thyme & honey – served with vegetables); mignion veal fillet with roasted vegetables and hand-cut […]

New York Sandwiches (Sinopis 3, Athens) – frequent visitors to New York over the years recall that a number of local diners were owned & operated by Greek immigrants. So it’s no surprise that at least one Athenian restaurant would serve American diner food at the Greek capital, too. This eatery is dedicated to American […]

Mr. Pug (Argirena, Mykonos Town) – this restaurant, whose owner (celebrity chef Georgios Venieris) drew inspiration from the cuisine of ancient royal Thailand, prepares dishes from that country, as well as from China. This restaurant, launched in Summer 2014, also has an open kitchen, and its seaside location, overlooking the Aegean, is another draw for […]

Mono (4C Mpenizelou Paleologou, Plaka, Athens 10556) – located in the tourist-friendly section of Plaka, this upscale restaurant serves dishes like duck breast terrine with sundried figs, pistachio and seared foie gras; Risotto Violane (with watermelon and parmesan & feta cheese); grilled salmon; and The Mono Salad (seared tuna mixed with watermelon, avocado, baby leaves […]

Labros (20 Poseidonos Avenue, Vouliagmeni, Athens 16671) – this restaurant, which has a view of Saronicos Bay, has been in business since the late 19th century, and has a prominent local following. Seafood is Labros’ specialty (given the restaurant’s extensive connections with local fishermen) – items served include saganaki prawns with fresh tomato, shrimps and […]

La Taverna (Laka Square, Mykonos Town) – this restaurant serves various Italian dishes, along with pastas and pizzas. A worthy stop for those wanting a break from Greek dishes and fish.  

Kiku (12 Dimokritou Street, Kolonaki, Athens) – launched in 1993, this is the first authentic Japanese restaurant in Athens, winning over the palates of both prominent locals and world travelers. Along with sushi, Kiku also serves sashimi, black cod fish marinated with miko, stir-fried sea bass with butter and sake sauce, chicken teriyaki, prawns and […]