Cuisine of Andros Island for gourmets. Places for dinner - best restaurants

Andros' cuisine is mostly traditional Greek. You will find Greek salad, assorted Mezedes snacks, souvlaki kebabs, and tzatziki sauce in almost any tavern. But there are also dishes that are a feature of the island. For example, it is a special omelet Froutalia. It is cooked only on the Cycladic Islands. Sausages, potatoes, and spices are usually added to it. This dish is served for breakfast. You should taste the traditional jam Glika Kutalyu. This is an extremely delicious jam made from green walnuts, boiled in syrup. It is customary to eat it with cold water. This is extremely unusual. You should also pay attention to local bakery products.

You should order fish and seafood. Fresh sea bass or Orata, grilled prawns baked with tomatoes and cheese, fried squid, and octopus stewed in a thick sauce – all this you can find in taverns on the coast. Hospitable owners welcome guests themselves. They cook and serve food. The Greeks treat food with great respect. Therefore, the dishes are sure to be delicious in any of the local establishments. The price for 100 grams of fish dishes is usually indicated in the restaurants’ menu. If you think that the weight does not match the size – do not hesitate to ask to weigh the fish with you.

You will be offered strong ouzo and Rakia from drinks everywhere. Mezedes will be served as an appetizer. Local wines cannot be classified as premium-class. But they are of quite good quality here. A glass or two of local wine at lunch or dinner will be very appropriate. There is a variety of wine here. This is white, red, and pink wine. All varieties are produced in the vineyards of the island. Of course, coffee is served everywhere. It is perfectly combined with dessert pastries. You should taste almond cookies and honey balls loukoumades. You should definitely buy honey. It is of excellent quality and very fragrant here. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

There are own "branded" cheeses on Andros. You can buy volaki or kopanisti at the market or order them in a tavern. You should taste the traditional Cycladic dry-cured sausage. It is called luza. The island is famous for its capers. You should definitely take a jar of capers home. This is a great addition to salads and sauces. In addition, you can see how this mysterious plant grows on the island.

There are a lot of taverns and restaurants here. There are a couple of establishments even in small villages. There are a huge number of them on the waterfront in Andros. You can visit a new restaurant and taste new dishes every day. Prices are average here. Lunch for two persons costs 20-35 euros. You will pay about 40-45 euros for dinner with wine. You should order dishes using local seasonal products. This almost guarantees you a great taste and real flavors of Greece.

It is recommended to dine at Cyclades Restaurant in Andros. In addition to the traditional Greek menu at very affordable prices, you will find a magnificent view of the sea and the island here. The restaurant is located on the second floor of the Perrakis Hotel. You can have a snack and a delicious cocktail at the Kypri Beach Bar. It is located on the beach of the same name. The bar is also owned by the Perrakis Hotel. Andriakon Pantopoleio is a special place that fans of healthy food and organic products will appreciate. You will be offered not only a menu of local products but also a large assortment of rare coffees from different parts of the world. Of course, it is also organic.

Krinos Art Cafe also deserves attention. It is located at the Andrea Empeirikou Street, Batsi. This restaurant is also located at the hotel. It is famous for its cuisine. You can taste a selection of local cheeses and delicious pastries for breakfast here. There are pizza and tasty ice cream on the menu. You can have a great time with a cocktail or local alcoholic beverages, listen to music, and watch the sunset over the sea here in the evening.

Very good taverns are located in the port of Gavrio. It is recommended to have a snack in the cafe En Gavrio. Good Mezedes are served here. You can have lunch at Psistaria Smurfs. It is located on the waterfront. Guests can enjoy an excellent fish menu with the freshest seafood here. The prices are average and the quality of the food is excellent here. Another fish tavern, which is worth a visit, is located near the Nimborio Beach in Andros. It is called O Nonas. Platanos offers excellent Mezedes. Tables are located under spreading plane trees. You should also visit Skalaria. A variety of Mezedes at very affordable prices are also served here.

The Cafe Del Mar restaurant offers a great view. However, prices are high here. But this is a very suitable place for a romantic dinner. Blue Games cafe attracts guests with a swimming pool and good Wi-Fi. The food is also very tasty here. If you want to eat cheap but tasty go to the waterfront in any coastal town. You will surely find a place with excellent local cuisine there.