Pioneering the first wave of Athens’ new gastronomy was Linou Soumpasis & Sia on Psyrri’s Melanthiou Street. An idea conceived by friends Myrsini and George, the duo finally opened their restaurant-come-candle shop at the end of 2021 – complete with minimal white interiors, toughened up with studded aluminium tables and chairs, a St John-style nose-to-tail approach and a natural, Greek-focused wine list. Chef Lukas Mailer’s changing menu of (mostly) fish and meat uses simple Greek ingredients and flavours that surprise: think raw shrimp with roasted brussels sprout leaves and fried cod collars with aioli.

A hip wine bar in Monastriki, Wine is Fine is where you will find the cool kids in town. A frequently changing wine list with funky ones from all over. A small menu of bites to nibble on while you chat, people watch, and drink. 

Step back in time at this authentic Greek restaurant. Diporto has been serving customers delicious food for 130+ years, and it is still one of the best restaurants in Athens. The unassuming vibes of this place make the food taste even that much better.