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.
Tasting menus, Michelin stars, and the kitchens redefining what fine dining means in Thessaloniki.
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Trizoni Exclusive ★ 4.6
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.
Mavri Thalassa ★ 4.5
Founded in 1926, Mavri Thalassa is Thessaloniki's most storied seafood table. Tasting menu €60-90. Book several days ahead. At Nikolaou Plastira 3.
Olympos Naoussa ★ 4.6
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.
Clochard ★ 4.5
Clochard operates at the intersection of French bistronomic discipline and Greek ingredient sourcing. The monthly menu, exceptional wine list.
Glykanisos ★ 4.4
The Sotiroudis brothers have built one of Thessaloniki's finest seafood tables since 2008 in Pylaia. Tasting menu €55-75. Book several days ahead.
Salonika Restaurant ★ 4.2
The Makedonia Palace Hotel dining room overlooks the Thermaikos Gulf and Mount Olympus. Led by chef Sotiris Evangelou. Tasting menu €70-100.
Extravaganza ★ 4.3
Housed in the historic Stoa Ptolemeon arcade in the city centre, Extravaganza presents the contemporary Greek kitchen under chef Antonis Moustakas.
SinTrofi ★ 4.5
SinTrofi's zero-waste kitchen and biodynamic wine cellar represent Thessaloniki's most principled fine dining. Tasting menu €45-65. Book several days ahead.
Iliopetra ★ 4.4
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.
Mourga ★ 4.7
Mourga straddles the boundary between casual and fine dining: handwritten menus, organic-market sourcing, and a kitchen with genuine creative ambition.
Deka Trapezia ★ 4.4
The more accessible side of chef Manolis Papoutsakis's Thessaloniki operation, Deka Trapezia serves Cretan-rooted meze in a casual no-reservation format.
Maitr and Margarita ★ 4.4
Open only September to May, Maitr and Margarita brings a genuinely seasonal approach to Ladadika. Tasting menu €40-60. Book several days ahead.
Nea Folia ★ 4.3
Since 1967, Nea Folia at the edge of Ano Poli has served the old Thessaloniki dishes: kavourmas of Xanthi beef, smoked mackerel with samphire.
Mezen Salonica ★ 4.5
Mezen's never-ending philosophy of small seafood plates arriving continuously until the diner stops them has made it one of Thessaloniki's most imitated.
Mia Feta Feta Bar ★ 3.9
Mia Feta Feta Bar bills itself as the world's first feta bar, combining a Greek cheese retail counter with a communal-table dining room that celebrates.
Book food experiences in Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki Food Walking Tour : Smell, taste and feel
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.
Cooking classes for Foodies, Discover Greek cuisine.
“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.
Thessaloniki: Greek Cooking Class, Market Visit and Lunch
Unleash your inner chef in Thessaloniki! Join our cooking class to master authentic Greek flavors and create delicious memories in the heart of this culinary haven.
Fine Dining in Thessaloniki, FAQ
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Editor picks in Thessaloniki include Charoupi, Trizoni Exclusive, Mavri Thalassa, plus the full fine dining chapter on TableJourney.