The Best Restaurants in Chania: Food You Must Try!
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Serenissima Restaurant
Location: Skoufon 4, Old Town
Phone number: 2821 086386
Open: High season only (from May to October)Tucked in the alleys of the old town, between the Jewish quarter and the Topanas district, the intimate and elegant atmosphere of Serenissima will introduce you to an outstanding world of colors, shapes, and tastes that best exemplifies creative Chania cuisine.Here, Chef Iosif Petrof elaborates the most stunning dishes with international techniques and fresh Cretan ingredients, creating a cuisine that’s influenced by his French experience in Lyon, his love for the island, and his passion for all that’s genuine.It’s very difficult to suggest a specific dish to eat in Chania here since Serenissima’s menu changes every twenty days to give way to his creativity, however, any dish you choose (either it’s Mer, Terre, or Vegan), will blow your mind with its taste and impeccable presentation.
Salis Restaurant
Location: Akti Enoseos 3, New Marina
Phone number: 2821 043700
Open: All year round
Right in on the romantic seafront promenade of the Neoria (the old Venetian arsenals), Salis made its way into the new gastronomic panorama of Chania with a proposal that’s entirely different from the traditional Greek tavernas in Chania’s port. Driven by a revolutionary farm to fork concept, the ingredients that are served on their tables are locally sourced, (mostly from Chania, but also from the rest of Crete), some of them produced by the owners themselves! This Chania restaurant star dish is the deconstructed pastitsio, which is a pasta dish with Cretan truffles. For that season, Salis is a must-try restaurant in Chania.
The Five
Location: Akti Papanikoli 15, Nea Chora
Phone number: 2821 086596
Open: All year round
The Five is a new entry in the Chania restaurant scene that truly made some noise on Chania’s great food culture — and with a solid reason. This modern restaurant in Chania is located in the quiet neighborhood of Nea Chora, right in front of the beach, less than ten minutes away from the Old Venetian Harbor.Nikos and his sommelier wife Kleopatra Bright pair extensive wine knowledge to revolutionary, cutting-edge dishes, full of taste and imagination, well away from the usual Greek traditional taverna. It’s very hard to choose a dish from their very impressive menu, however, you won’t go wrong if you taste the mouthwatering prawn ravioli. The Five also serves yummy brunches and has a great selection of beer. Both perfectly combine with the relaxing views of the sea.
Oinoa Wine Bar Bistrot
Location: Theotokopoulou 63, Old Town
Phone number: 697 608 9225
Open: From April to NovemberOinoa is a Mediterranean wine bar and restaurant located in the extreme west of the old town, not far from the Lighthouse. Living up to their mission, with their unique menu, Oinoa pays tribute to the Greek farmers, fishermen, local winemakers. At Oinoa you will taste delicious simple food presented with excellence and unique care.When sitting at one of their tables, go for one of the many different proposals of Black Angus as well as for their delicious (and best-selling) tuna tartare, or simply let their knowledgeable staff suggest to you what to try. You won’t regret it.
Tamam Restaurant
Location: Zampeliou 51, Old Town
Phone number: 2821 096080
Open: All year roundOne of the top choices when it comes to excellent food in Chania has always been Tamam Restaurant. It is located on one the liveliest roads of the Venetian neighborhood, inside an enchanting old Turkish hammam.Tamam’s food proposal combines Middle Eastern spices and flavors with excellent Cretan wines and a touch of imagination.One of their most requested dishes is Hünkar Beğendi, a delicious beef stew in Cretan Kotsifali wine and tomato sauce with aubergine puree.
The Well of the Turk
Location: Sarpaki 1, Splantzia, Old Town
Phone number: 2821 054547)
Open: High season only (from May to October)The Well of the Turk defines itself as an eclectic mix of Greek, Turkish, and Middle Eastern Cuisine. This venue has been regularly on top of every list of Chania’s best restaurants not only for the fantastic delicacies but also for the romantic atmosphere where this restaurant is located.Nestled in a romantic garden among the alleys of the Turkish quarter, The Well of the Turk opens only for dinner, serving creative dishes made with local ingredients. Their salads are a must, as well as their Moroccan mint tea.
Thalassino Ageri
Location: Vivilaki 35, Tabakaria, Halepa
Phone number: 2821 051136
Open: Seasonal opening (from the end of March to the end of October)Another traditional restaurant in Chania is Thalassino Ageri, located in the suggestive scenario of the old abandoned district of Tabakaria, where the tanneries can be found. The tables are set right on the beach where you can enjoy some of Chania’s most spectacular sunsets, which get even better when the food arrives. Thalassino serves tempting octopus, lobster with pasta, and a fantastic sea urchin salad.Everything is paired with excellent local wine labels and an inspiring seaside atmosphere. Reservations are suggested.
Chrisostomos
Location: Corner of Deukalon & Ikarous streets, Chania
Phone number: 2821 057035
Open: From Wednesdays to SundaysChrisostomos is the place to go if you’re looking for a taste of the traditional cuisine of Sfakia, one of the most authentic regions of Crete, known for the simple but tasty dishes exclusively made with local products.The utmost expression of local gastronomy, Chrisostomos serves original Cretan dishes cooked in the wood oven.Do try staples of the local cuisine, such as lamb with stamnagathi (local wild greens), sheep wrapped in cooking paper (kleftiko), and staka with fried eggs.
Colombo Kitchen & Bar
Location: Eisodion 17, Old Town
Phone number: 2821 044310
Open: All year round Hidden in one of Chania’s most gorgeous alleys, this tiny restaurant is one of the local gems when it comes to the Chania food scene.Colombo specializes in traditional dishes revisited with creativity as well as more modern proposals with a Mediterranean touch. A fresh selection of salads, such as the avocado salad and the tabouleh, as well as interesting wines, round out the menu.To end with, they replace the traditional shot of Cretan raki, with refined mastixa liquor from Chios and homemade sweets.
La Bodega
Location: Akti Kountourioti 60, Old Venetian Port
Phone number: 2821 036011
Open: All year round
This is the only restaurant in Chania on this list located on the old Venetian port, and it truly deserves a place on this list. La Bodega is a very informal wine bar & bistro, ideal for a late dinner close to Chania’s lighthouse, in the romantic setting of the harbor.They specialize in Mediterranean tastes, a delicious combination of Greek and Italian flavors, and an interesting wine list. Try their variations of bruschetta as well as their salmon salad!