Athos opened its doors in 2025 in the Plato’s Academy neighbourhood. A generous open fire that nods to one of their Cretan origins, it is the kind of place you get stuck into wine or vials of tsipouro, while sharing plates from its short menu of comforting, traditional dishes that focus on meat and veg, such as chickpea stew. 

A chill place for that catch-up with friends, a mid-afternoon refreshment or game of cards. Enjoy the easy-going vibes at Blue Parrot, soaking up the atmosphere, and the sun, on its great outdoor terrace. 

Home of some of the most thought-provoking exhibitions we've seen, The Breeder is a gallery making moves amongst the art world. Founded back in 2002, though having relocated to an abandoned 1970s ice-cream factory in 2008, this site is an architectural design paradise.