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 Toniaﾃ不 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 itﾃ不 time to order
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Contents Eating Guide About this guide 5 A brief introduction to this publication Toniaﾃ不 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 itﾃ不 time to order
Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 3
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: info@timeoutcyprus.com Advertising: Tel +357 22580375 Fax +357 22580674 e-mail: ads@timeoutcyprus.com
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
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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: info@timeoutcyprus.com Advertising: Tel +357 22580375 Fax +357 22580674 e-mail: ads@timeoutcyprus.com
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
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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 1 tbsp finely chopped 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 6 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
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. Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 7
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 1 tbsp finely chopped 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 6 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
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. Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 7
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!
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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
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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!
8 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
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
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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 10 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
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 Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 11
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 10 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
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
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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
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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 Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 11
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
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
12 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
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.
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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 14 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
Paphos Archaeological Park and devotion with which the Commandaria is made is not only impressive, but the perfect end to a perfect day.
Discovering tradition in Omodos
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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
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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.
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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 14 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
Paphos Archaeological Park 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
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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.
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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. Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 17
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. ‘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. Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 17
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. 18 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
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.
Olives & Burgers Healthy Caf
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. Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 19
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. 18 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
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.
Olives & Burgers Healthy Caf
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. Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 19
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. 20 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
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 Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 21
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. (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. 20 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
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 Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 21
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.
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. 22 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
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.
Tavernaki tou Pambou
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
284, Archbishop Makarios III Ave., Lakatamia (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. Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 23
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) 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. 22 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
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.
Tavernaki tou Pambou
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
284, Archbishop Makarios III Ave., Lakatamia (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. Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 23
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) Open Daily 12 noon-11pm. Seafood is only half the story at this three-time 24 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
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
50, Archbishop Makarios III Ave. (22761515) 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. Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 25
Nicosia
Nicosia
(To) Latsi
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) Open Daily 12 noon-11pm. Seafood is only half the story at this three-time 24 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
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
50, Archbishop Makarios III Ave. (22761515) 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. Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 25
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.
Tutto Il Giorno Romantica 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 26 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
Rancho
106. Archbishop Makarios III Ave., Lakatamia (22454454) Open Mon-Sat 8pm-12 midnight. 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) Open Daily 8pm-12 midnight. 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. Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 27
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.
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.
Tutto Il Giorno Romantica 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 26 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
Rancho
106. Archbishop Makarios III Ave., Lakatamia (22454454) Open Mon-Sat 8pm-12 midnight. 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) Open Daily 8pm-12 midnight. 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. Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 27
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. ‘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. 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. 28 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
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 (25355355) Open Daily 10am-11pm.
Do it like the locals 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.) Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 29
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. ‘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. 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. 28 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
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 (25355355) Open Daily 10am-11pm.
Do it like the locals 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.) Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 29
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) 30 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
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
Old Da Vinci Caf Restaurant
Polo Bar & Restaurant
180, Amathus Ave. (25821082) Open Daily 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. (25377378) Open Daily 10am-12 midnight. 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. Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 31
Limassol
Limassol
House
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) 30 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
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
Old Da Vinci Caf Restaurant
Polo Bar & Restaurant
180, Amathus Ave. (25821082) Open Daily 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. (25377378) Open Daily 10am-12 midnight. 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. Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 31
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. (25377700/www.carobmill-restaurants.com) Open Mon-Sat 7pm-11pm. 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.
126B, Archbishop Makarios III Ave. (77778877) 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 32 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
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. 209, Saint Andrew (Agiou Andreou) St. (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) Open Daily 6pm-12 midnight. 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) Open Daily 11am-1am. 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) Open Daily 9am-3am (kitchen until 10.30pm). 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) Open Mon-Sat 7pm-11pm. 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
91, Archbishop Makarios III Ave. (25725333) 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. Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 33
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. (25377700/www.carobmill-restaurants.com) Open Mon-Sat 7pm-11pm. 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.
126B, Archbishop Makarios III Ave. (77778877) 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 32 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
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. 209, Saint Andrew (Agiou Andreou) St. (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) Open Daily 6pm-12 midnight. 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) Open Daily 11am-1am. 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) Open Daily 9am-3am (kitchen until 10.30pm). 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) Open Mon-Sat 7pm-11pm. 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
91, Archbishop Makarios III Ave. (25725333) 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. Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 33
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
1, Amathus Ave. (25322414) Open Daily 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. 34 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
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) Open Mon-Sat 8pm-11pm. 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
223, Saint Andrew (Agiou Andreou) St. (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 Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 35
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
1, Amathus Ave. (25322414) Open Daily 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. 34 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
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) Open Mon-Sat 8pm-11pm. 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
223, Saint Andrew (Agiou Andreou) St. (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 Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 35
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. 36 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
Italian Al Pesto
126, Amathus Ave. (25328782) Open Daily 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
Lanitis Carob Mill Complex, Vasilissis St. (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) Open Daily 5.30pm-11pm. 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 59, Amathus Ave. (25313184) Open Daily 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) (25328838) Open Daily 12 noon-11pm. 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. Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 37
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. th
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. 36 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
Italian Al Pesto
126, Amathus Ave. (25328782) Open Daily 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
Lanitis Carob Mill Complex, Vasilissis St. (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) Open Daily 5.30pm-11pm. 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 59, Amathus Ave. (25313184) Open Daily 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) (25328838) Open Daily 12 noon-11pm. 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. Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 37
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. th
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 caf s 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. 38 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
54, Piyale Pasha Ave., Mackenzie Beach area (24625904) Open Daily 11am-11pm. 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.
Do it like the locals 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.) Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 39
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 caf s 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. 38 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
54, Piyale Pasha Ave., Mackenzie Beach area (24625904) Open Daily 11am-11pm. 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.
Do it like the locals 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.) Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 39
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) Open Daily 11am-12 midnight. 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, 40 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
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) Open Daily 7pm-12 midnight. 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. Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 41
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) Open Daily 11am-12 midnight. 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, 40 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
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) Open Daily 7pm-12 midnight. 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. Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 41
Larnaca
(To) Paradosiako
CaptainÕs Table
2, Sakaria St., Mackenzie area (24658318) Open Daily 12 noon-11pm. 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 42 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
Zygiana
71, Grigoris Afxentiou St. Zygi (24332448) 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) Open Daily 11am-12 midnight. 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) Open Daily 11am-11pm. 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) Open Daily 11am-12 midnight. 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. Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 43
Larnaca
Paliomouktaros See p40.
Larnaca
(To) Paradosiako
CaptainÕs Table
2, Sakaria St., Mackenzie area (24658318) Open Daily 12 noon-11pm. 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 42 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
Zygiana
71, Grigoris Afxentiou St. Zygi (24332448) 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) Open Daily 11am-12 midnight. 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) Open Daily 11am-11pm. 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) Open Daily 11am-12 midnight. 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. Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 43
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
77, Athinon Ave., Phinikoudes (70004454) Open Daily 8am-2am (kitchen until midnight). 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) Open Daily 6pm-11pm. 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. 44 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
Mackenzie Beach (70008089) Open Daily 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
98, Athinon Ave., Phinikoudes (24816666) 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) Open Daily 10am-2am. 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. (24657000) Open Daily 12 noon-12 midnight. 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. Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 45
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
77, Athinon Ave., Phinikoudes (70004454) Open Daily 8am-2am (kitchen until midnight). 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) Open Daily 6pm-11pm. 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. 44 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
Mackenzie Beach (70008089) Open Daily 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
98, Athinon Ave., Phinikoudes (24816666) 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) Open Daily 10am-2am. 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. (24657000) Open Daily 12 noon-12 midnight. 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. Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 45
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. 46 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
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. (26844444) Open Daily 7pm-10pm. 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 Boulevard Bistro Wine Bar
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
Do it like the locals 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.) Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 47
Paphos
Paphos
Gold Sakura
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. 46 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
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. (26844444) Open Daily 7pm-10pm. 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 Boulevard Bistro Wine Bar
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
Do it like the locals 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.) Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 47
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. 48 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
FettaÕs Corner
33, Ioannis Agrotis St. (26937822, 99586099) Open Mon-Sat 6.30pm-11pm. 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 (26270800) Open Daily 11am-11pm. 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) Open Daily 8am-11pm. 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) Open Daily 12 noon-3pm & 6pm-10pm. 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) Open Daily 10am-12 midnight. 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. Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 49
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
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. 48 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
FettaÕs Corner
33, Ioannis Agrotis St. (26937822, 99586099) Open Mon-Sat 6.30pm-11pm. 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 (26270800) Open Daily 11am-11pm. 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) Open Daily 8am-11pm. 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) Open Daily 12 noon-3pm & 6pm-10pm. 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) Open Daily 10am-12 midnight. 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. Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 49
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
11, Georgiou Kleanthous St., Kathikas village (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) Open Daily 12 noon-11pm. 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. 50 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
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) Open Daily 9am-12 midnight. 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.
El a
Elea Golf Club, 1, Elaion Ave., Geroskipou (26202003) Open Wed-Sat 11am-10pm, SunTue 11am-8pm. Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 51
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
11, Georgiou Kleanthous St., Kathikas village (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) Open Daily 12 noon-11pm. 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. 50 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
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) Open Daily 9am-12 midnight. 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.
El a
Elea Golf Club, 1, Elaion Ave., Geroskipou (26202003) Open Wed-Sat 11am-10pm, SunTue 11am-8pm. Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 51
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 (26964888) Open Daily 12 noon-12 midnight. 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) Open Daily 6pm-11pm. 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. 52 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
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!
Italian/Mediterranean Cavallini
65, Poseidon Ave. (26964164) Open Daily 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. (26818298) Open Daily 6pm-11pm. 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. (26967979) Open Daily 6pm-12 midnight. 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
Intercontinental Hotel, Aphrodite Hills (26828000) Open Daily 7pm-11pm. 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 12 noon-12 midnight. 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. Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 53
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 (26964888) Open Daily 12 noon-12 midnight. 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) Open Daily 6pm-11pm. 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. 52 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
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!
Italian/Mediterranean Cavallini
65, Poseidon Ave. (26964164) Open Daily 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. (26818298) Open Daily 6pm-11pm. 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. (26967979) Open Daily 6pm-12 midnight. 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
Intercontinental Hotel, Aphrodite Hills (26828000) Open Daily 7pm-11pm. 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 12 noon-12 midnight. 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. Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 53
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) (23831101) Open Daily 7pm-11pm. 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. 54 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
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 12 noon-12 midnight. 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) Open Daily 3.30pm-11.30pm. 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.
Do it like the locals Taverna Mousikos (See p56.) Tappis (See p58.) Great Sunset Koi (See p54.) By the sea Alati by the Sea (See p60.) Kalamies (See p59.) Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 55
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) (23831101) Open Daily 7pm-11pm. 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. 54 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
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 12 noon-12 midnight. 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) Open Daily 3.30pm-11.30pm. 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.
Do it like the locals Taverna Mousikos (See p56.) Tappis (See p58.) Great Sunset Koi (See p54.) By the sea Alati by the Sea (See p60.) Kalamies (See p59.) Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 55
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) Open Mon-Sat 6.30pm-11.30pm. 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) Open Daily 4pm-12 midnight. 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 56 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
(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. Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 57
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) Open Mon-Sat 6.30pm-11.30pm. 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) Open Daily 4pm-12 midnight. 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 56 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
(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. Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 57
Famagusta District
from Greece. The name comes from a well-known Athens neighbourhood.
Ttappis 92, Stadiou St., Paralimni (23821959) Open Daily 5.30pm-11pm. 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 58 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
48, Grivas Dighenis Ave., Paralimni (23821456) Open Daily 7pm-11pm. 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) Open Daily 9am-11pm. 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) Open Daily 10am-11 midnight. 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) Open Daily 12 noon-11pm. 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. Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 59
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Ttappis
Famagusta District
from Greece. The name comes from a well-known Athens neighbourhood.
Ttappis 92, Stadiou St., Paralimni (23821959) Open Daily 5.30pm-11pm. 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 58 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
48, Grivas Dighenis Ave., Paralimni (23821456) Open Daily 7pm-11pm. 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) Open Daily 9am-11pm. 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) Open Daily 10am-11 midnight. 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) Open Daily 12 noon-11pm. 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. Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 59
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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) Open Daily 4pm-11pm. 60 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
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
21, Archbishop Makarios III Ave., Agia Napa (23725925/www.polynesian-agianapa.com) Open Daily 5.30pm-11pm. 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. Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 61
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Kyklos See p55.
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) Open Daily 4pm-11pm. 60 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
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
21, Archbishop Makarios III Ave., Agia Napa (23725925/www.polynesian-agianapa.com) Open Daily 5.30pm-11pm. 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. Eating Guide | Time Out Cyprus 61
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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 Quadro Osteria Italian Restaurant (see page 61) 23723838
S Sage Restaurant & Wine Bar (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 CambanellaÕs Steak Restaurant (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)
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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 Loizos Koumbaris Fish Tavern (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 Oraies Gefseis sto Alethrikon (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 Polycarpos Restaurant (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) 25323913 T.G.I. FridayÕs (see page 36) 25583355 Takis Taverna (see page 33) 25943631 Tokyo Teppan Yaki (see page 29) 25873333
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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 Quadro Osteria Italian Restaurant (see page 61) 23723838
S Sage Restaurant & Wine Bar (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 CambanellaÕs Steak Restaurant (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)
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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 Loizos Koumbaris Fish Tavern (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 Oraies Gefseis sto Alethrikon (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 Polycarpos Restaurant (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) 25323913 T.G.I. FridayÕs (see page 36) 25583355 Takis Taverna (see page 33) 25943631 Tokyo Teppan Yaki (see page 29) 25873333
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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 Ocean Basket (see page 24) 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 Mediterranean Something Fishy 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
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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 Vino Cultura Wine & Tapas Bar (see page 20) 22676707
O Ocean Basket (see page 50) 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 El a (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
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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 Ocean Basket (see page 24) 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 Mediterranean Something Fishy 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
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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 Vino Cultura Wine & Tapas Bar (see page 20) 22676707
O Ocean Basket (see page 50) 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 El a (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
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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. 66 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
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. 66 Time Out Cyprus | Eating Guide
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