Discover Glyfada One Table at a Time
There are many ways to get to know a destination, but in Glyfada, food may be one of the best.
The neighbourhood has developed one of the most diverse dining scenes on the Athens Riviera, where contemporary restaurants sit alongside modern Greek kitchens, seafood spots and destinations dedicated entirely to exceptional meat.
You can spend one evening sharing Greek meze, the next discovering Japanese flavours, and another enjoying fresh seafood close to the coast.
For anyone searching for the best restaurants in Glyfada, the difficult part is not finding somewhere to eat. It is deciding where to start.
Here are seven restaurants worth adding to your list.
Manko Athens: Peruvian Flavours by the Riviera
For something completely different, Manko Athens brings a Peruvian dining concept to the Athens Riviera.
Located on Poseidonos Avenue in Glyfada, Manko adds an international dimension to the area’s food scene, making it a great choice when you want to move away from Mediterranean flavours and turn dinner into more of an occasion.
It is the kind of address to save for an evening when you are in the mood to dress up, take your time and experience another side of Glyfada.
Basegrill: For Serious Meat Lovers
If meat is the priority, Basegrill Glyfada deserves a place on your list.
The Glyfada outpost brings the philosophy of the well-known Basegrill to the southern suburbs, with premium cuts of beef from Greek and international breeds alongside signature dishes and a carefully considered wine selection.
Its industrial aesthetic is balanced by a more intimate, bistro-like atmosphere, making it a strong choice for a long lunch or dinner built around good meat and wine.
For visitors wondering where to eat in Glyfada when steak is non-negotiable, this is an easy answer.
Dopios: Modern Greek Food Made for Sharing
Dopios Glyfada takes the familiar idea of Greek meze and gives it a contemporary character.
Created by chef Christoforos Peskias, Dopios focuses on modern Greek cuisine with an emphasis on local ingredients and products sourced from small producers around Greece. Its Glyfada location sits on Laodikis Street, right in the heart of one of the neighbourhood’s liveliest dining areas.
This is a place for ordering several dishes for the middle of the table, sharing everything and allowing dinner to last longer than planned.
In other words, a very Greek way to spend an evening.
Beastalis: A Destination for Meat
There are restaurants that serve steak, and then there are restaurants where meat is the entire philosophy.
BEASTALIS ,Food for proud meat eaters belongs firmly in the second category.
Located on Kyprou Street, Beastalis is built around specialist meat preparation and cooking techniques, with handmade charcuterie, selected cheeses and seasonal accompaniments completing the experience.
The restaurant has a more refined feel, making it particularly suited to diners looking for a distinctive meat-focused experience rather than a casual steak dinner.
Ekiben Kitchen: A Different Side of Glyfada
Glyfada’s dining scene extends far beyond Greek and Mediterranean cuisine, and Ekiben Kitchen Glyfada is a good example.
Located on Laodikis Street, Ekiben brings Japanese flavours into the mix and offers an alternative for evenings when you want something different from the traditional choices associated with a Greek holiday.
It is also part of what makes Glyfada restaurants so interesting as a whole. You do not have to choose the same style of food twice during your stay.
Astakos: From the Sea to Your Table
Seafood feels naturally at home on the Athens Riviera, and Astakos brings the experience particularly close to its source.
Located by Glyfada’s Second Marina and adjacent to the fish market, Astakos follows a “hook to fork” philosophy. Guests can select fresh fish from the stalls before it makes its way to the table, while the menu also explores Greek seafood through meze, shellfish and other dishes.
The seaside location adds another layer to the experience.
If your idea of eating on the Athens Riviera involves fresh seafood, Greek flavours and being close to the water, Astakos is one to remember.
Barbounaki: Greek Seafood in a Relaxed Setting
For another take on seafood, Barbounaki Glyfada brings the philosophy of chef Giorgos Papaioannou to Glyfada.
The concept is simple: quality fish and seafood served in an uncomplicated, relaxed environment. The menu places emphasis on selected fish and seafood dishes, with availability changing according to the day and season.
It is a good option for a leisurely lunch or dinner when you want Greek seafood without turning the meal into an overly formal occasion.
One Neighbourhood, Seven Completely Different Experiences
What makes the restaurants in Glyfada particularly interesting is not simply how many choices there are, but how different those choices can be.
Manko can take you towards Peru. Dopios brings you back to contemporary Greece. Ekiben introduces Japanese influences. Basegrill and Beastalis approach meat from two different perspectives, while Astakos and Barbounaki remind you that the sea is never far away.
And that means dining in Glyfada does not have to be something you plan around your holiday.
It can become part of the holiday itself.
Try somewhere different each evening. Return to the place you loved most. Order dishes for the table. Stay for another glass of wine. Or decide where to have dinner only when the afternoon starts turning into evening.
Stay Close to Glyfada’s Dining Scene
One of the advantages of staying at South42 Luxury Apartments in Glyfada is having the neighbourhood’s restaurants, cafés, shops and everyday life within easy reach.
Instead of travelling into central Athens every time you want a memorable dinner, you can experience a diverse food scene right here in Glyfada and return to the comfort and privacy of your apartment afterwards.
And when you would rather stay in?
The South42 QR Concierge makes things even easier. Guests can explore selected local restaurant recommendations and order food directly to their apartment, alongside accessing other services and experiences during their stay.
It is another way South42 allows you to experience Glyfada according to your own rhythm.
Eat, Explore, Stay in Glyfada
The best way to discover Glyfada is not necessarily through a checklist.
Sometimes, it happens around a table.
From seafood near the marina and modern Greek meze to premium meat and international cuisine, the area’s restaurants reflect the cosmopolitan character that has made Glyfada one of the most exciting destinations on the Athens Riviera.
So arrive hungry, leave a few evenings unplanned and discover your own favourite along the way.
Make South42 Your Base in Glyfada
Book your stay at South42 Luxury Apartments and discover some of the best restaurants in Glyfada, all while experiencing the Athens Riviera at your own pace.