The 6 Best Brunch and Breakfast Spots in Heraklion, Crete
The largest city of the amazing island of Crete attracts thousands of tourists every year, due to its natural beauty and cultural heritage. The visitor of Heraklion will wander around the archaeological site of Knossos, historical and cultural museums, the legendary fortress of the city and, of course, the wonderful nearby beaches. In order to cope with all that, in terms of physical stamina, you need to start your day with a rich breakfast!
1. Lambros Cafe Restaurant
Cafe, Restaurant, Greek
A dose of Cretan hospitality Lambros is a friendly family cafe-restaurant that instantly surrounds you with warm Cretan hospitality right from the minute you enter it, located next to the sea in the area Tertsa. Highly recommended place to start your day while in Heraklion, with a view of the beach and delicious homemade delicacies, like yogurt with fresh fruits and the traditional dakos.Price: Mid-rangeOpening times: 8 am – 12 pmWatch out for: the traditional Cretan dakos dishLambros Cafe Restaurant, Tertsa, Heraklion, Greece,
2. Peskesi
Restaurant, Greek
Authentic Cretan cuisine Peskesi is located on Kapetan Haralampi street, in the city of Heraklion. Its name is of Turkish origin and is commonly used in the folk Greek language and Cretan dialect, with the meaning of an unexpected gift as sign of friendship and/or hospitality. Peskesi is a friendly restaurant indeed, with always smiling and helpful staff and a nice atmosphere! It serves dishes based on the philosophy of the Cretan cuisine, prepared and cooked using fresh biologically produced local ingredients. If you come by for breakfast, you will have the opportunity to enjoy fresh Cretan pies, freshly cut salads or sweets. Of course, it is highly recommended to visit it also for lunch or dinner, as well as in order to try a fresh cocktail created with local ingredients!Price: Mid-rangeOpening times: 10 am – 2 am Watch out for: the Cretan pies and the saladsPeskesi, 6-8 Kapetan Haralambi street, Heraklion, Greece,
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