IONIAN ISLANDS 2025

ZAKYNTHOS

AMPELOSTRATES
TRADITIONAL GREEK CUISINE

Koiliomeno, Zakynthos
+30 26950 43718
€25-30 per person
Open all year round

Outdoor seating available; parking or valet service provided.

Leaving behind the bustling tourist hub of Zakynthos, the road to Koiliomenos — a mountainous village in central Zakynthos, 16 kilometres from the town — leads to Ambelostrates, a distinctive and rustic taverna. Its tables are spread out in a small clearing within a forest. The centuries-old, stone-built building housing the restaurant is part of the Maroudas family’s home, vineyards, and farm. Host and chef Antonis Maroudas embodies the farm-to-table philosophy with effortless authenticity—because here, it’s simply natural. Combining their own produce with local island products (mainly cheeses and cured meats), he presents a variety of Zakynthian dishes such as wild herb-stuffed “tsigaridopites,” birds’ gizzards with ladotyri cheese baked in the oven, or beef stew. His son, Alekos Maroudas, recommends pairing the meal with wines from the island’s wineries, particularly those produced by their own vineyard.

FLOW WINE AND DINE
CONTEMPORARY GREEK CUISINE

Tsilivi, Olea All Suite Hotel
+30 26950 22265
www.oleaallsuitehotel.com/flow
€100-140 per person
Open from May to October

Outdoor seating available; parking or valet service provided

The highly acclaimed chef Michalis Nourloglou curates the elegant restaurant Flow at the beautiful Olea All Suite Hotel, guiding it towards a more refined gastronomic path. His cuisine remains deeply rooted in Greek tradition, yet his ideas are fresh and innovative. His finesse and sharp technique elevate the experience at Flow, making each visit increasingly engaging and memorable.

MELIA
CONTEMPORARY GREEK CUISINE

Tragaki, Lesante Blu Hotel, Zakynthos
+30 26950 61600
www.meliazakynthos.gr
€50–75 per person
Open from April to October

Outdoor seating available; parking or valet service provided, particularly charming location or decor

As evening falls over the Ionian, the tables set on the decks of the atmospheric Melia Fine Dining appear to hover above the water, creating the perfect backdrop for enjoying the extraordinary cuisine curated by Executive Chef Nikos Ispiroudis of the Lesante Blu Hotel, alongside Head Chef Vasilis Kranias. Their menu, rooted in the freshness and high quality of local ingredients, interprets Zakynthian culinary tradition through a modern, sophisticated lens. Every contemporary technique, creative twist, and carefully crafted element in each dish advances the recipe, supports the concept, and elevates the flavour, making each taste both more refined and more profound. Nothing is superfluous; nothing seeks to impress for its own sake. Melia’s menu is at the peak of its maturity, radiating a confidence that captivates, and this year, it proudly earns its first two stars—an accolade well justified by its excellence.

NOBELOS
SEAFOOD RESTAURANT

Ag. Nikolaos, Zakynthos
+30 26950 31400
www.nobelos.gr/restaurant/
€75-100 per person
Open from April to October

Outdoor seating available; parking or valet service provided, in a particularly charming location by the sea

The exceptional food at Nobelos speaks fluently the language of traditional flavours, with a strong emphasis now on seafood. The deep flavours of certain dishes, such as the scorpionfish bourdeto (a traditional fish dish) or saganaki with slipper lobster, are reason enough to visit! Yet there are many more reasons: the meticulously curated, effortlessly chic setting is located in a dreamy spot on the northern side of the island. Every detail is carefully attended to, and everything that seems out of place is purposefully so, creating a neo-traditional, boho environment of high aesthetic value, designed for relaxation and escape. Passion, top-notch ingredients, attentive service, and a notable selection of wines and drinks define this delightful restaurant.

PROSILIO
CONTEMPORARY GREEK CUISINE

Ag. Panton 15, Zakynthos
+30 26950 22040
www.prosiliozakynthos.gr
€50–75 per person
Open from March to October

Outdoor seating available, particular charming location or decor

Prosilio, the restaurant of the talented chef Kristy Karageorgou and George Kampitsis, who skilfully orchestrates the service and manages an extensive and particularly intriguing wine list, is located in the heart of Zakynthos, just a stone`s throw from Solomos Square. In the oasis of its atmospheric garden, guests enjoy a creative cuisine that is solidly rooted in tradition, elegantly combining select local ingredients with modern techniques.

Chef Kristy crafts delicious and inventive dishes, most of which tell a story, such as "Clean Monday" (a nod to the typical dishes on this day), Polpeta (featuring beef fillet, rösti potatoes, sour cream, and tomato gel), or the “Seafood Mageiritsa" (sautéed sea bass wrapped with suet, greek lettuce, shells, and artichoke lemon sauce). These dishes justify the restaurant`s well-deserved stars.

CORFU

ETRUSCO
GREEK HAUTE CUISINE

Kato Korakiana, Corfu
+30 26610 93342
www.etrusco.gr
Over €140 per person
Open from April to October

Outdoor seating available; parking or valet service provided, exceptional wine list

For Greek standards, this is undoubtedly a unique dining experience that embodies all the characteristics that make a restaurant truly world-class. Even its location in Kato Korakiana, a village on Corfu made famous nationwide by Etrusco, says a lot. The aesthetics of the restaurant, set in a beautiful courtyard shaded by mulberries and adorned with white drapes, rotondas, and elegant art de la table, evoke the ambience of a grand restaurant abroad. Chef Ettore Botrini maintains within Etrusco, the only Greek restaurant awarded four FNL stars, a creative fervour at its peak—serving a refined yet sincere cuisine that is more democratic, more flavoursome, and emotionally charged than ever before. Pure magic! And of course, it consistently ranks among the very top in The List 2025.

KLIMATARIA TOU BELLOU
TRADITIONAL GREEK CUISINE

Benitses, Corfu
+30 26610 71201
www.klimataria-restaurant.gr
Up to €25 per person
Open all year round

Outdoor seating available

Hats off to the island’s top tavern, renowned for its superb, almost flawless traditional Corfiot cuisine that exudes nobility and a charming aura, thanks to Nikos and Lili Bellou. Just a taste of their bianco or bourdeto (both traditional fish dishes) is enough to understand why this gem rightfully earns its reputation.

MAKRIS RESTAURANT
CONTEMPORARY GREEK CUISINE

Moraitika, South Corfu, Domes Miramare Corfu Hotel
+30 2661 440500
www.domesresorts.com/domesmiramare/
€100-140 per person
Open from April to October

The gastronomic restaurant at Domes Miramare Luxury Collection Resort has shown impressive improvement, led by Chef Petros Dimas—better than ever. He offers a clever fusion of Greek, Corfiot, and Mediterranean cuisines, with dishes that exude freshness and are distinguished by their finesse and subtlety.

PIETRA RESTAURANT
CONTEMPORARY GREEK CUISINE

Restia Suites, Acharavi
+30 2663064077
www.restiasuites.gr
€50-75 per person
Open from May to October

Outdoor seating available; parking or valet service provided

At Pietra Restaurant, located within the small hotel complex of Restia Suites, right on the beach of Almyros, lies one of the island’s most interesting new dining venues. The hotel’s executive chef, Miltos Armenis, presents a menu inspired by traditional Corfiot cuisine, approached with a contemporary and skilful finesse. Signature dishes include the beef fillet tartare “like pastitsada,” served with a gruyère cream and spetseriko (a Corfiot spice blend), and the bourdeto featuring scorpionfish with a mild spicy sauce, wrapped in a light gyoza and accompanied by potato cream.

POMO D’ ORO
CONTEMPORARY GREEK CUISINE

Skaramagka Square, Corfu
+30 26610 28680, +30 697 4263560
€25-50 per person
Open all year round

Outdoor seating available

The cuisine of Aristotelis Megoulas at Pomo d’Oro is contemporary, captivatingly distinctive, and inventive, built upon rare, high-quality ingredients sourced from the island, which are harmoniously blended in the dishes. It offers a uniquely meaningful culinary experience that now resonates strongly with gastronomic consistency, as both the Greek flavours and Corfiot culinary character are interpreted with a fresh, bold, and highly personal style. The wine list is also notably interesting!

VENETIAN WELL
CONTEMPORARY INTERNATIONAL CUISINE

Kremasti Square, Corfu
+30 26615 50955
www.venetianwell.gr
€75-100 per person
Open all year round

Outdoor seating available; parking or valet service provided, particular charming location or decor, exceptional wine list

The Venetian Well of Yiannis Vlachos feels as if it has stepped right out of a fairy tale. Today, its cuisine is led by the experienced chef Spyros Agious, who eloquently expresses Corfu’s rich gastronomic heritage through a sophisticated and inventive approach. The dishes are characterized by exceptional technique, elegance, complexity, and, above all, remarkable flavour. The restaurant’s extensive wine list is among the most exciting in Greece, further establishing The Venetian Well as a fully rounded, must-visit destination for anyone in Corfu.