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The Best Brunch And Breakfast Spots In Plaka, Athens
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The Best Brunch And Breakfast Spots In Plaka, Athens

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Evangelos Tsirmpas
Updated: 8 October 2016
Plaka sits on the northern and eastern slopes of the Acropolis, and is one of the most historical neighborhoods of Athens. There are plenty of great brunch and breakfast spots hidden in its labyrinthine streets to start your day well; we pick some of the best in this lively area of the Greek capital.
Plaka, Athens | © Dimitris Graffin/Flickr
Plaka, Athens | © Dimitris Graffin/Flickr

Ydria

Ydria is a classic Greek restaurant located on Andrianou street, in the heart of Plaka, and offers a view of the Roman Agora. Open from early in the morning, it serves breakfast from 7am until noon. Chef Giannis Fotakis creates amazing dishes, including freshly cut salads and traditional Greek pies for brunch or a light lunch.

Ydria, 68 Andrianou street, Plaka, Greece, +30 21 0325 1619

Summer morning moment | Courtesy of Ydria
Summer morning moment | Courtesy of Ydria


Yiasemi

Yiasemi is much more than just a traditional local cafe; located on the narrow steps of Mnisikleous street it is a favorite with leading actors from Greek movies who come to enjoy their coffee here (as the numerous photos on the walls attest). Visit it in the morning to enjoy delicious spoon sweets accompanied by genuine Greek coffee and you won’t regret it.

 Yiasemi, 23 Mnisikleous street, Plaka, Greece, +30 21 3041 7937

Kimolia outside tables | Courtesy of Kimolia
Kimolia outside tables | Courtesy of Kimolia


Kimolia

Κimolia is located in a neoclassical building in Plaka. Its owners, two painters and one musician, have created this art cafe with special care, aiming to create a cultural cell that hosts painting and photography exhibitions, various workshops, book presentations and acoustic live music shows. Visit this small and charming local haunt to enjoy some great morning coffee accompanied by a variety of homemade sweets.

Kimolia, 5 ipereidou street, Plaka, Greece, +30 21 1184 8446

Kimolia interior space | Courtesy of Kimolia
Kimolia interior space | Courtesy of Kimolia


Anafiotika

Anafiotika is a tiny settlement that you wouldn’t imagine existing under the dominant rock of the Acropolis, And within the clutch of small white houses and their colorful gardens it has a great cafe-restaurant, Here you can enjoy strong Greek coffee, as well as incredible Greek and international sweet delicacies, from apple pie and cheesecake to baklava and ravani.

Anafiotika, 24 Mnisikleous street, Plaka, Greece, +30 21 0324 4428


Cafe Avissinia
Cafe, Market, Restaurant, Greek, $$$
Cafe Avinissia

Cafe Avissinia in Athens | © Cafe Avissinia

Cafe Avissinia

Cafe Avissinia is an award-winning cafe-restaurant, with warm and colorful interior design, located in the square, right next to the crowded flea market. Open from early in the morning, you can visit it for a delicious breakfast in an elegant atmosphere.

Cafe Avissinia, 7 Kinetou street, Plaka, Greece, +30 21 0321 7047

Nothing better than a fresh fruit salad in the beggining of a hot summer day | Courtesy of Ydria
Nothing better than a fresh fruit salad in the beggining of a hot summer day | Courtesy of Ydria

More Info
Mon - Sun:
8:00 am - 1:00 am

Atmosphere:

Traditional, Casual, Relaxed

Smile Athens

Smile restaurant is a vegan/vegetarian friendly place with tasty and budget-friendly breakfast options. Here you can enjoy an omelet, pastries and delicious local pies, all just a breath away from the Acropolis and at reasonable prices.

Smile, 24 Syngrou Avenue, Athens, Greece, +30 21 0921 8911