Charoupi ★ 4.7
Charoupi opened in Ladadika in 2017 bringing Cretan modernism to Thessaloniki's kitchen. Led by chef Manolis Papoutsakis. Tasting menu €55-80.
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Charoupi opened in Ladadika in 2017 bringing Cretan modernism to Thessaloniki's kitchen. Led by chef Manolis Papoutsakis. Tasting menu €55-80.
Chef Asterios Sousouras runs a hook-to-fork seafood table in Ladadika with daily supply from a network of dedicated fishermen. Tasting menu €75-100.
The 1926 building on Nikis Avenue returned to fine dining in 2022 when chef Dimitris Tasioulas took over and earned an FNL star. Tasting menu €60-80.
Founded in 1926, Mavri Thalassa is Thessaloniki's most storied seafood table. Tasting menu €60-90. Book several days ahead. At Nikolaou Plastira 3.
SinTrofi's zero-waste kitchen and biodynamic wine cellar represent Thessaloniki's most principled fine dining. Tasting menu €45-65. Book several days ahead.
The Sotiroudis brothers have built one of Thessaloniki's finest seafood tables since 2008 in Pylaia. Tasting menu €55-75. Book several days ahead.
Iliopetra at the foot of Ano Poli is small, no-frills, and reservation-essential. Led by chef Giorgos Zannakis. Tasting menu €40-60. At Aischylou 5.
Open only September to May, Maitr and Margarita brings a genuinely seasonal approach to Ladadika. Tasting menu €40-60. Book several days ahead.
The Makedonia Palace Hotel dining room overlooks the Thermaikos Gulf and Mount Olympus. Led by chef Sotiris Evangelou. Tasting menu €70-100.

Guided tour · 3 hours
Discover the flavors of Thessaloniki on a guided food tour. Taste local delicacies, sip on ouzo or wine, and learn about the culinary history of the area.

1 day
“Cooking classes for Foodies” are the best way to experience the Greek culinary treasures and learn about the local culture. A seminar from an approved culinary school.

2 - 3.5 hours
Learn to make authentic Greek dishes in a hands-on cooking class in Thessaloniki. Prepare dishes like dolmadakia, Greek salad, and moussaka, then enjoy your creations ...