Three places where you should eat when visiting Athens

Visiting Athens in Greece is absolutely worth it. On top there is a big food culture in the city and as a result there are a significant amount of restaurants to choose from. In the center you have to be a bit wary of tourist traps where you will be served poor quality food for high prices, but there are also a lot of amazing restaurants, so make sure you do your research in advance.

Image (c) The Brunchers

Here are my top recommendations from the places I visited when in Athens:

Get Brunch at The Brunchers! We literally ate there every day during our six day stay in the capital of Greece. The restaurant is super clean, has a wonderful eclectic feel, is modern and their brunch menu is just perfect. From the classics to those adapted to a more Mediterranean flavor, this place is worth a visit.

Lunch or dinner at PO'BOYS BBQ. Nestled a street away from the busy tourist restaurant and bar area, you may not find classic Greek dishes here, but the food was amazing. It’s basically a classic US style BBQ restaurant where you can order a tray of food with all the condiments. We left on a very full and satisfied stomach.

The Parthenon

Amazing Greek food at Omorphi Polis. This restaurant is just a stone’s throw away from the Acropolis and set in the small tourist shopping district in the center of town sits this quant and comfortable restaurant. The staff were super friendly and the food was absolutely delicious. It’s the place where we discovered new Greek foods!

Also make sure you go get a coffee or a drink on one of the rooftop bars. It’s not always about the quality of the drinks or food, but more about the views! There are a myriad of them dotted around but some of the best views are from Ermou Road.