8 Food and Drink Spots You Need to Try in Athens
8 Food and Drink Spots You Need to Try in Athens
Born and raised in Athens, Christina founded IT'S A SHIRT in 2020 following her art and textile studies. She describes her project as "not a clothing brand, but a lifestyle which concentrates on conscious customers and human beings you want to be totally aware of what they wear".
Growing up close to the port in Piraeus, Christina has spent a lot of her time strolling around neighbourhoods and discovering hidden spots and stores around the city. With a rich cultural lens of Athens, she shares her top low-key spots for food and drink; from where to buy the best quality bread to the best traditional tavernas.
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Tanini Agapi Mou
Methonis str106 80 AthinaGreece
+30 21 1115 0145
“One of my favourite wine bars in Athens. Stergios is one of the owners, a warm-hearted person with a great knowledge of wine. I totally recommend trying Roditis Orange, Ktima Sklavou-Tsaousi and Ktima Patistis Bio. ”
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The Black Salami
Zoodochou Pigis 71106 81 AthinaGreece
“There are not a lot of spots in Exarchia where you can buy good quality bread. However BLACK SALAMI is quite a new entry and makes amazing bread as well as good espresso to take away. Try the focaccia and the avocado toast. Definitely pay a visit and grab your breakfast if you stay around. ”
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Asimakopoulos
Charilaou Trikoupi 82106 80 AthinaGreece
+30 21 0361 0092
“This is very old pastry shop just around the corner of my store transfers you to an old Athenian scenery. Wooden decoration, assistants with uniforms, long glass windows, smell of biscuits. If you pass by, try their fresh chocolate cream, the traditional rice cream and the squared tiny praline bytes! To die for!! ”
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Foyer Espresso Bar
Panepistimiou 46106 78 AthinaGreece
+30 21 0380 0047
“Two brothers own this cafe. The younger one, Makis, can make you amazing espresso and let you know more tips about Athens. In case you need a sugar boost , try their apple pie!! Last but not least , there you can find a well curated selection of international magazines. ”
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Galaxy Bar
Stadiou 10105 62 AthinaGreece
+30 21 0322 7733
“This place is as old school as my dad's Chevignon puffer jacket. There is no music, but there you can find the most original drinks in town. The space is cosy and small, filled with beautiful people who usually go for an 'afterwork' drink. ”
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Santarosa
Asklipiou 69106 80 AthinaGreece
+30 21 5510 1784
“Located opposite my store, this bar looks dark from outside but it will brighten up your taste with the best GIn & Tonic in Athens.”
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Ouzeri Lesvos
Emmanouil Benaki 38106 78 AthinaGreece
+30 21 0381 4525
“Traditional taverna in Exarchia, cult and cute, try the bacalao fish as well as their piaz beans.”
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Valtetsiana Pizzeria
Valtetsiou 41106 81 AthinaGreece
+30 21 2107 3755
“Best pizza in the area. I am always happy to eat the one with Zucchine & gorgonzola.”
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