What to order at Krinos Loukoumades

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Loukoumades with honey, Greek coffee
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Closed Sundays; the seated counter at the back is the destination, not the takeaway window.
CuisineGreek
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Neighborhoodsyntagma-historic-centre
The dishLoukoumades with honey, Greek coffee
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Tip: Closed Sundays; the seated counter at the back is the destination, not the takeaway window.

Location

Address: Aiolou 87, Athina 105 51, Greece, Athens

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