With dinner starting as late as 10pm, breakfast and brunch traditionally have not been important meals in the Greek island of Paros. In the last years, however, many businesses have become more aware of the needs of their summer visitors. Today in Paros you are spoiled for choice with numerous restaurants and cafés that serve quality food in the mornings. We have discovered the 10 best.
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Xamilothoris Patisserie
Cafe, Patisserie, Greek, Coffee, Tea , Fast Food, Street Food, Vegetarian, $$$
Operating for more than four decades in the heart of the town, Xamilothoris Patisserie is an institution on the island. This traditional patisserie initially became famous for its great pastries, cakes and ice creams, but it also serves a variety of breakfasts including fresh juices, omelettes, greek yogurts, fruit salads, sandwiches, great espressos and croissants. Located in a strategic position in Naoussa it is a good spot to watch the world go by while seated outside in the spacious and comfortable patio.
Sousouro is a stylish all day corner café-bar that is located in a picturesque little alley in the Old Town. A famous cocktail bar at night, in the mornings it thrives, with an organic menu that offers creative combinations of fresh fruits and veg. A Sousouro breakfast includes healthy smoothies such as Goji Cacao Shake and Morning Power Shake, as well as imaginative power dishes such as bread topped with almond paste, fresh fig, pumpkin seeds and organic vanilla and fir honey. The seating area outside in the traditional alley is gorgeous too.
Naousa, 84401 Páros +1 228-405-3113
Manamana
This café restaurant in Parikia is famous for its shady courtyard that creates a little oasis in the scorching summer heat. Even though it is styled as a café, it a perfect spot for lunch or brunch too, serving all day delicious gourmet dishes including pastas, salads, fresh fish, calamari and great wines. The breakfasts are worth a visit, with the standard eggs and bacon, pancakes, fresh smoothies and a variety of coffees to choose from. It is the perfect spot to chill out in Parikia and forget about time.
This stylish art café in Parikia is a great all-rounder for any meal and any time of the day. Styled like a Greek island “Kafenio” (traditional café) with small round tables decorated with flowers and colourful chairs, it has an artistic charm that is perfect for the romantics. From coffees, omelettes and pancakes in the morning to small local tapas and fresh fruits with wine later in the day, Symposium is the perfect little place to enjoy the island vibe and appreciate the local character.
This pretty café is a leafy oasis in the heart of Naoussa that is perfect to enjoy a well prepared gourmet brunch . Konstanza Cafe’s menu includes homemade lemonade, fresh fruit platters, excellent cocktails, frothy cappuccinos and a selection of light meals such as sandwiches, salads, omelettes and crepes. Everything is made with fresh ingredients, prepared and presented to a high standard. The serene patio is adorned with a beautiful garden and slightly artsy decor.
Meltemi Kafe
Located on the seafront in Paroikia, Meltemi Kafe has a privileged location that offers breathtaking views. With the water lapping just a few meters away, you can enjoy delicious coffees, eggs, home made pies, waffles and ice-creams. A good selection of cocktails, wines and beers is also available. Meltemi is one of the best and most romantic spots in Paros to watch the sunset, while you enjoy the island’s invigorating sea breeze.
In the picturesque port of Naoussa, Kafe Karino offers superb marina views and a cosmopolitan ambience to enjoy a meal, a coffee or a glass of wine in style. The spacious outside seating area is ideal to watch the elegant yachting crowds in the nearby tables while you enjoy the first lazy meal of the day. Kafe Karino specialises in breakfast and brunches, including greek omelettes, pancakes, excellent coffees, and quality wines and cocktails. There is also a lunch menu that includes burgers, fresh salads, pizzas and pastas.
In the picturesque Piso Livadi is Soiree Cafe Restaurant. The location right on the waterfront facing the fishing boats of this adorable little bay is spectacular. Soiree Cafe Restaurant daily serves breakfasts, fresh fish and salads, pizzas and some of the most enticing platters of fish or mixed grill you will find in Greece. Food perfect to share with a glass of good wine or some ouzo! Traditional dessert Loukoumades is also available, and of course, great coffees and greek yogurts.
In the alleys of the port town of Parikia you can find To Distrato, a beautiful courtyard café famous for its good coffees and generous breakfast and lunch dishes. The tables are set under a huge tree in the middle of a courtyard, creating a beautiful shade and a fresh ambience that is perfect for the hot summer days. To Distrato is open all day and serves a variety of salads, sandwiches, fresh juices, crepes, yogurts, coffees, and local wines and beers.
In the heart of Naoussa it’s hard to miss Yo love, a modern café specialising in Greek frozen yogurt desserts. Yolove initially was the first organised internet cafe on the island, which later re-branded itself as a frozen yogurt cafe. It makes excellent sweet and savoury crepes, waffles coffees, eggs and bacon breakfasts and, of course, superb frozen yogurt with a good selection of toppings. Its location on the main road in Naoussa makes it a good spot for people watching too. The wifi is very reliable.
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