The Top 10 Restaurants In Nafplio, Greece

Open daily, Aiolos Tavern a friendly spot in which to enjoy delicious Greek cuisine. Featuring an intimate interior space with low ceilings and walls adorned with marine-themed art, the restaurant holds about ten tables; however, the alley out back has several more tables where you can enjoy good company, food, and drinks. Aiolos is the type of place that serves up home-style Greek food. From appetizers to cheeses and salads to seafood, everyone is sure to find something to whet their appetite at Aiolos Tavern. Don’t forget to leave room for dessert, such as a slice of walnut pie.

Billed as a jazz, enoteca, and tapas bar, Es Aei is a lovely place where you can relax, listen to good tunes, and eat tasty fare. Serving up tapas, small plates meant to be shared, the culinary team at Es Aei doesn’t offer traditional Spanish tapas but rather those inspired by Greek flavors. Warm, inviting and away from the more touristy areas, it’s a great place to visit and sit alongside the locals who are enjoying their night out. Offering a terrific selection of wine from the area, especially those that aren’t readily available in other restaurants, Es Aei has a lot going for it, so don’t miss the opportunity to visit.

Located in Platea Syntagmatos, or Constitution Square, Kentrikon is one of the oldest cafes in the area. Being situated in a square, the environment allows for outdoor seating, which you will definitely want to take advantage of. Perfect for a break between all of your sightseeing adventures, Kentrikon offers a variety of drinks, snacks, and entrées, with one particular item being an absolute must-try; the loukoumades. These are Greek doughnuts served with honey, and frequenters of the cafe highly recommend them. So, be sure to check out this place when strolling around Nafplio.

Located in the heart of Nafplio, Kitton is a restaurant, cafe and bar that offers visitors an exceptional experience with its delicious fare. Another dining destination offering up a variety of Italian and Greek delicacies, the menu has everything from salads to pizza, all of which can be sampled in the sleek environment where old elements meet modern touches. Pair a Caesar salad with linguini with shrimp, the chicken cacciatore, or salmon with a creamy lemon sauce. You can visit Kitton for dinner Thursday through Saturday and lunch and dinner on Sunday.

Located in the heart of the lovely old town, with its cobblestone streets and buildings adorned with flowers, Popeye Bistro is a welcoming and cozy restaurant specializing in Italian fare and other delights that are sure to make mouths water. Headed by one of the top chefs in the Greece, Chef Ilias Kokoris, the culinary team uses the freshest ingredients for their tasty creations. If you’re craving something light, try the fresh Greek salad, and if you seek something more hearty, the burger with fries and the salmon pasta in a vodka-tomato-cream sauce are two highlights.

Sokaki Café has been a fixture on Nafplio’s dining scene since the 1980s – making it one of the oldest cafes in the town – so you know they are doing something right. A gathering place for both out-of-towners and locals, this welcoming cafe is a great place to take a break from all the sightseeing, as it is close to many attractions such as the Archaeological Museum. The eclectic interior space, with its mismatched furniture and pops of color, is a relaxing spot to enjoy light snacks such as crêpes, which pair perfectly with a coffee or other beverage. Sokaki is open daily.