Places to Eat in Kastelorizo

If the first thing that greets you when you set foot on Meis Island is the turquoise sea view, the second is the smell of mastic coming from the narrow stone streets. When you get off the boat and walk a bit, your nose leads you to the island's only but legendary patisserie. When you step inside, you are greeted with stalls full of fresh cookies, warm salty snacks and recipes that sound like whispers from the past. With new varieties every morning, you're unlikely to eat the same thing.

Coffee culture is a way of life on Meis Island. Here, people start the day with coffee in the morning, cool off with a frappe in the afternoon and chat over a glass of ouzo in the evening. The island cafes are open from morning until midnight and there is no rush, you can sit and watch the sea for hours and sip something. A dessert or a small appetizer is always served with it.

Where to eat in Kastellorizo Island?

Island cuisine is not limited to traditional Greek flavors. This place is literally a mosaic of flavors. Typical Aegean appetizers such as tiny prawns, fried feta cheese, sun-dried octopus and stuffed calamari are the main star. Middle Eastern and Anatolian influences can also be felt in the menus: Falafel, moussaka and baked beans can be found in almost every restaurant. Pasta and risotto dishes also clearly reflect the Italian influence.

Lazarakis Restaurant: If you ask us to recommend a single restaurant, our answer is very clear: Lazarakis Restaurant. There are not many options on the island, but this place immediately makes you feel the difference in terms of service and flavor. The waiters are friendly and their conversations are sincere. Eggplant with cheese is by far the most special flavor on the menu. The jumbo shrimp with cream sauce is a feast for the palate.

Alexandra's Restaurant: If you are dreaming of a more special, perhaps romantic dinner, you can choose this place. The pleasure of dining while watching the sunset is like nowhere else. Every detail has been carefully thought out and the menu has modern touches to classic flavors. It exceeds expectations in terms of both presentation and flavor.

Ta Platania: Ta Platania is a good option for those looking for something simple but peaceful. The tables are set under natural shade and the food is served with a homemade feel. You can immediately feel the warmth of being a family-run business.

Billy's: For a mid-day break or a coffee after breakfast, Billy's is ideal. Light snacks, refreshing drinks and local desserts await you here.

For accommodation suggestions, you can check our Kastellorizo Island Hotels page.