Combining a smart listening bar vibe with nostalgic Greek dishes cooked over fire, the joint project of four Greek friends – a food journalist, a chef, a baritone and a wine connoisseur – it has since been awarded a Michelin Bib Gourmand. Packed every night of the week, DJs play vinyl behind the bar counter (the most coveted seats), while plates such as horta (wild greens) with manouri cheese, risotto-like trachana and paidakia (lamb chops) are served. All fuelled by homegrown natural wines, including Pet Nats.  

Loved by locals for good reason. All day this restaurant is bustling with people eating the best gyros and souvlaki. 

With its retro 1970s aesthetic and innovative flavours, Zigoala is the creation of Konstantino Dagritzikos – a curator, artist and DJ who grew up in the area – alongside the Greek Palestinian chef Vasilis Chaman, who is also behind Estet Cafe in Thessaloniki. The wine list by Heteroclito – the forerunner of Athens’ natural wine scene – is on point, as are the playlists. 

A fashionable hangout which is positively teeming with all the artsy types of Athens. Pop on by if you're feeling inspired, for a drink or two and a few amuse bouche in the afternoon sun.