Best Restaurants in Town, Chania

Tholos Restaurant is a charming eating place in the Old Town of Chania Crete. It is found in a lovely spot behind the Cathedral Church, among the narrow streets of the Old Town.

Offering a magnificent panoramic view of both the city and the sea, Carte Postale is located in Profitis Ilias (Sodi), a few minutes away from the Old Town of Chania. It is a trendy restaurant where you can enjoy fine drinking and eating, such as a great variety of wines, inspiring cocktails, pastry chef desserts, and a combination of the Mediterranean and Cretan Cuisine.

Located in one of the most beautiful parts of Chania Town, in a historical building, which once was home to Ali Pasha, Pallas stands out for its modern, distinctive style. Fresh, traditional Cretan products are the heart of Pallas cuisine and become the basis for creating dishes with a modern Mediterranean twist.

In the narrow streets of the Old Town in Chania, you will find the beautiful yard of “Semiramis”. There you can spend your evening in a friendly atmosphere, enjoying good food and the sounds of live Greek music.

Tamam restaurant is housed in a building that was originally used as a Turkish hammam. Located on the picturesque Zambeliou Street, Tamam has 3 spaces; 2 indoor and 1 outdoor, with the latter one having tables lining the alleyway of Zambeliou street.

Thalassino Ageri is a traditional fish tavern located near the port of Chania, in a much quieter area than the Venetian port. It opened its doors in 1985 and since then it offers good quality fish food in a place of warm and lovely atmosphere.

The Ginger Concept is located in the heart of Old Town in Chania. It is an all-day cafe and wine bar with a frugal kitchen and a retail shop. It serves breakfast, brunch, lunch & dinner.

A few steps from the bustling square of the old port, you will find Boheme. The atmosphere here is relaxed and cosmopolitan. A huge plane tree offers its glorious shade to the tables underneath it. Boheme offers Cretan dishes with a twist.

Chalkina offers raki, tsikoudia, retsina and many local wines in full abundance, as well as Cretan delicacies. Its traditional, Cretan ambiance is perfectly combined with the unique atmosphere of the Old Harbor, where it is situated. Cretan nights are occasionally organized, creating a special mood. 

This restaurant is housed in a building that carries a long and important history. It was built in the middle ages by Jews, who were brought in by the Venetians when they occupied Crete.

Nestled in the beautiful Venetian ruins of Chania old harbour, Restaurant Kariatis offers a memorable evening of fine dining, surrounded by our ancient decor and evocative music we create the perfect ambience for a perfect dinner.

Laganon offers you a unique pasta experience, as the pasta offered is totally homemade. Pasta dough is prepared daily from early in the morning, using Cretan olive oil, fresh local eggs and the best semolina flour. You can choose between 7 different kinds of fresh pasta and 14 kinds of tasty sauces. 

From the day the idea of Oinoa was born, its guiding principles have been built on strong values and the very highest of standards. At Oinoa they work closely with Greek suppliers and build strong personal relationships with all the farmers and producers so that Greek ingredients are used for all meals as much as possible.

Prassein Aloga is housed in an old, renovated building. It serves traditional, Cretan flavors with gourmet touches. Fried pork with honey and sesame, fried pork with raisins and rum, feta croquettes with red peppers and handmade kaltsounia with honey are just some of the menu options.  Enjoy your meal at Prassein Aloga under the sound of Greek music!

Nested in a prime spot on the harbor front of Chania Town, Salis restaurant is the place to dine, socialize and relax. Here you will taste Crete like nowhere else. In this restaurant, you will find a wide range of traditional dishes, merged with a modern flair and creativity, as well as an extensive wine list with many tempting varieties. If you are a foodie in search of unique cuisine, then Salis is a nice choice for your night out.

Thraka is a meeting point in Chania for all food lovers. In Thraka you can taste various delicacies, like traditional Greek souvlaki, fresh salads, pizzas, pasta, burgers, sweets, as well as veggie dishes! 

“To Maridaki” is an eatery that specializes in seafood. It has a great variety of salads, legumes, vegetables, some meat dishes and many fish and seafood options, which are offered baked, grilled or fried.