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 40True to its name, which means sand, this restaurant and lounge bar is right on the beach. The sand here is white, just like everything else in the decor....
Mackenzie Beach
The taverna is set in what was once the schoolhouse in the village of Anavargos; its owner attended school here. She cooks meze in what once formed part of...
Anavargos opposite the churchThis rustic taverna offers meat and fish meze and an à la carte menu, featuring traditional dishes as well as more creative propositions. There is a good...
Cleious 6
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 17Tucked away in Templos (Zeytinlik), 15 minutes from Kyrenia, the Archway has managed to remain a well-kept local secret. Opt for the full meze with kebab...
Dereboyu Sokak 5Set just off the old port roundabout, this Italian lends itself to business lunches. Nonetheless, its imaginative menu and slick service can also tempt...
Lanitis Carob Mill ComplexDespite the name, this is more of a full-blown formal restaurant than a casual brasserie. Rack of lamb often appears on the Mediterranean menu. The lovely...
Pyramou 6Located in a tasteful boutique hotel (Londa Hotel), the sister restaurant of Mykonos's Caprice luxuriates in spectacular sea views and subtle decor. In...
Londa Hotel, Georgiou I 72Casa Vieja is the only Spanish restaurant in town, but puts on an authentic show: there's decent tapas, strong sangria and a quaint little back garden for...
Archangelou Michael 3Casa Vieja is the only Spanish restaurant in town, but puts on an authentic show: there's decent tapas, strong sangria and a quaint little back garden for...
Archangelou Michael 3One of the most established Italian eateries in town, Cavallini has garnered itself a loyal following. Chef Pietro Ribone is responsible for the handmade...
Poseidonos 65
This new addition to the area can be found in front of the Napa Plaza hotel, serving salads, burgers and pasta with an Italian leaning in stylish surrounds....
Archiepiskopou Makriou IIIThis trendy, busy eaterie is located at the top end of Makariou, one of the capital's main shopping streets. Modern decor is paired with a wide-ranging,...
Archiepiskopou Makariou III 9