Aigaio has been holding the fort in the old town since the 1980s, before anyone else dared venture into what was then a dark, dead-end part of town. It has...
Ektoros 40
Deceptively large thanks to the charming garden area at the rear, this taverna has the enviable reputation of being the best in town. Unusually, an à la...
Gladstonos 5
This old, long-established eaterie is located in a traditional stonebuilt house, decorated with ancient tools and artifacts. It offers a 25-plate meze that...
Georgiou Kleanthous 17
The 20-dish meze (€16.20) is put together according to your tastes, from a list that includes snails, wild asparagus, spare ribs, beef liver, sausages and...
Ioanni Agroti 33
Two atmospheric venues in one. The menu at Love Bites is packed with tempting options, including a new sushi bar, and the pre-club Guru Bar garden oozes...
Odyssea Elyti 11
An excellent Italian pasta and pizza restaurant, Il Forno is small and always busy. Make sure you try its special version of garlic bread with cheese and...
Ledras 216-218
A short trek out of town, Koutsonikolias makes every kilometre worthwhile. It's housed in a traditional coffee shop and serves exceptional meze including...
Kalo Chorio
A hot destination hidden away in the old town, this beautiful little taverna showcases genuine Greek flavours. The chef is well versed in Greek cuisine and...
Votsi 8-10
This restaurant is part of its namesake hotel, but the food served here is renowned the island over. The 'special trout' comes recommended, while the...
Mylou 8
This sophisticated restaurant sits side by side with the Municipal Arts Centre, so you can combine lunch with a cultural experience. Located in an old...
Powerhouse, Apostolou Varnava 19
Menus are notably absent from the tables here. Instead, George, the effusive owner, will kneel down at your feet to tell you what's on offer. From this...
Geroskipou
For an imaginative take on the taverna visit this restaurant, which impresses with postmodern Greek cuisine and an interesting wine list in a renovated...
Nikiforou Foka 5A
One of the best tavernas in Cyprus, Voreas oozes traditional Cypriot charm. The extensive and memorable menu includes creamy tzatziki; bacon-wrapped...
Agiou Demetriou 3
Hidden away in the narrow streets of the old city, Zanettos can be difficult to locate. Ask any taxi driver, however, and they'll speed you straight to this...
Trikoupi 65