4 editor picks in Plaka, Athens.
4 greek spots in Plaka, editor-picked by TableJourney. All of Plaka's food · All greek in Athens.
Taverna Saita on Kydathineon is the rare Plaka room in Athens cooking for locals. The Zacharopoulou family has fried bakaliaros skordalia here since 1970.
OrderBakaliaros skordalia, lamb chops and the grilled feta with the Byzantine-courtyard view.
TipPavement tables face the quiet end of Kydathineon, away from souvenir shops; book a fortnight ahead.
Taverna Platanos under the plane tree on Diogenous has fed Plaka in Athens since 1932, a courtyard room where slow-cooked lamb in lemon sauce is the order.
OrderLamb in lemon sauce, stuffed cabbage rolls and a glass of retsina under the plane tree.
TipThe courtyard opens late spring; book ten days ahead for the Friday and Saturday warm-weather seatings.
Taverna Saita on Kydathineon is the rare Plaka room in Athens cooking for locals. The Zacharopoulou family has fried bakaliaros skordalia since 1970.
OrderBakaliaros skordalia, lamb chops and the grilled feta with the Byzantine-courtyard view.
TipPavement tables face the quiet end of Kydathineon, away from souvenir shops; book ahead.
Taverna Platanos under the plane tree on Diogenous in Plaka Athens has fed the quarter since 1932, a courtyard room where slow-cooked lamb in lemon sauce.
OrderLamb in lemon sauce, stuffed cabbage rolls and a glass of retsina under the plane tree.
TipThe courtyard opens late spring; book ten days ahead for the Friday or Saturday seatings.
Guided tour · 3.5 hours
Discover the flavors of Greece on a guided walking tour of Plaka in Athens. Enjoy tastings of traditional Greek food and drinks, including meze, sweets, and spirits, a...
Guided tour · 3h 30m
Stroll through the charming streets of Athens as evening falls on a guided walking tour. Experience stunning views of the Acropolis and pass through Plaka before enjoy...
Guided tour · 3 hours
Enjoy Greek dancing and local food in the heart of Plaka. Savor Mediterranean dishes at a historic taverna while vibrant dancers perform lively Greek folk dances.