Guidebook for Apolpena
Food Scene
Thymari is a modern Greek restaurant placed in one of the stone walk alleys of the historical center of Lefkada town. Thymari is also the Greek word for the herb thyme, which explains the state of our garden (planted with fresh herbs and colorful flowers). Pay us a visit and try for yourselves the tranquility of the traditional alleys and the small selection of dishes which we cook fresh every day. The highlights of our cuisine are: fresh pasta prepared every day, fresh herbs from our garden, fresh fish according to the will of the sea and the absence of microwave ovens…
19 Pinelopis St., P.C 31100, Lefkada
Tel: +30 2645022266
Site: www.thymari-lefkada.gr
20 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Restaurant Thymari
19 ΠηνελόπηςThymari is a modern Greek restaurant placed in one of the stone walk alleys of the historical center of Lefkada town. Thymari is also the Greek word for the herb thyme, which explains the state of our garden (planted with fresh herbs and colorful flowers). Pay us a visit and try for yourselves the tranquility of the traditional alleys and the small selection of dishes which we cook fresh every day. The highlights of our cuisine are: fresh pasta prepared every day, fresh herbs from our garden, fresh fish according to the will of the sea and the absence of microwave ovens…
19 Pinelopis St., P.C 31100, Lefkada
Tel: +30 2645022266
Site: www.thymari-lefkada.gr
LygiaTavern Seven Islands is situated in Ligia, just 2 m. from the sea! (little street next to Shell)
It is a very cosy and friendly family restaurant with a lovely view over the small harbour of Ligia. You can enjoy the moon, the sun and play with the fishes; traffic is far away. Maybe, if you are lucky, you can watch some dolphins go by. The menu of the tavern is very extensive; you can choose from homemade Greek dishes prepared by the mother of the owners, beautiful steaks, vegetarian dishes or grilled fresh fish! The staff will do its utmost to bring you a wonderful evening! Of course, it is possible to book a table in advance.
The tavern also has a safe playground for little children.
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TAVERNA SEVEN ISLANDS, ΕΠΤΑΝΗΣΑ, LYGIA LEFKADA
ParaliakosLygiaTavern Seven Islands is situated in Ligia, just 2 m. from the sea! (little street next to Shell)
It is a very cosy and friendly family restaurant with a lovely view over the small harbour of Ligia. You can enjoy the moon, the sun and play with the fishes; traffic is far away. Maybe, if you are lucky, you can watch some dolphins go by. The menu of the tavern is very extensive; you can choose from homemade Greek dishes prepared by the mother of the owners, beautiful steaks, vegetarian dishes or grilled fresh fish! The staff will do its utmost to bring you a wonderful evening! Of course, it is possible to book a table in advance.
The tavern also has a safe playground for little children.
Margarita is one of the well known restaurants in Lefkada located in the entrance of the town close to “Ponte” bridge and in front of “Boscheto” (the poets park). Its a place full of locals and foreign visitors from the Marina. It follows the simple rules of quality of food in your plate. Its in the east side of the town with nice views from the harbor. In the recently renovated building you can enjoy your food or coffee and relax with the view. The kitchen is open all day and offers a variety of dish options including the standard Greek plates like moussaka and pastitsio and also less known lefkadian recipes based on fish or meat. The grill is on all day with burgers, stakes and fresh fish.
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Margarita
Dimitrioy golemiMargarita is one of the well known restaurants in Lefkada located in the entrance of the town close to “Ponte” bridge and in front of “Boscheto” (the poets park). Its a place full of locals and foreign visitors from the Marina. It follows the simple rules of quality of food in your plate. Its in the east side of the town with nice views from the harbor. In the recently renovated building you can enjoy your food or coffee and relax with the view. The kitchen is open all day and offers a variety of dish options including the standard Greek plates like moussaka and pastitsio and also less known lefkadian recipes based on fish or meat. The grill is on all day with burgers, stakes and fresh fish.
Rachi's balcony is offering an exquisite view of the Ionian Sea and it is really enticing to those who actually wish to drink their coffee, savor our homemade delicacies from the traditional wood-fired oven, our freshly gathered vegetables from our garden, taste our local meat and enjoy our wine. And finally, after this blend of tastes and smells you will be able to relax listening to nice music and let the eyes of your imagination "paint" the horizons of your heart in the hues of the azure sea and the setting sun!
P.C 31080, Lefkada
Tel: +30 2645099439
Site: www.rachi.gr
60 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Rachi Restaurant
Rachi's balcony is offering an exquisite view of the Ionian Sea and it is really enticing to those who actually wish to drink their coffee, savor our homemade delicacies from the traditional wood-fired oven, our freshly gathered vegetables from our garden, taste our local meat and enjoy our wine. And finally, after this blend of tastes and smells you will be able to relax listening to nice music and let the eyes of your imagination "paint" the horizons of your heart in the hues of the azure sea and the setting sun!
P.C 31080, Lefkada
Tel: +30 2645099439
Site: www.rachi.gr
In 1972 Armata's family decides for the first time to give the very fresh fish that "Barba-Nikos" was catching with his boat to the few visitors and friends. This is how we have created the small yard of "Zolithros" which some years later was meant to be the tavern that attracts everybody on the beautiful bay of "Mikros Gialos". Thirty-five years later "Barba-Nikos" continues tirelessly to barbeque the fresh fish which he fishes with his boat, Miss Yannoula fascinates us with the most delicious local recipies and the always polite and cheerful Vangelis with his jokes and willingness will serve you in a unique way so you enjoy your choices!
Poros, P.C 31100, Lefkada
Tel: +30 2645095111
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Tavern Zolithros
Eparchiaki Odos PorouIn 1972 Armata's family decides for the first time to give the very fresh fish that "Barba-Nikos" was catching with his boat to the few visitors and friends. This is how we have created the small yard of "Zolithros" which some years later was meant to be the tavern that attracts everybody on the beautiful bay of "Mikros Gialos". Thirty-five years later "Barba-Nikos" continues tirelessly to barbeque the fresh fish which he fishes with his boat, Miss Yannoula fascinates us with the most delicious local recipies and the always polite and cheerful Vangelis with his jokes and willingness will serve you in a unique way so you enjoy your choices!
Poros, P.C 31100, Lefkada
Tel: +30 2645095111
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Zorbas’ breath is one of the oldest and the most picturesque restaurants by the sea. Our long presence and experience (since 1978) together with the peaceful and relaxing environment, which is totally harmonised with nature, will make your meal or dinner into an unforgettable experience. Stare at the sea in our traditionally developed place on the beach and let yourselves travel back in time. Experience moments you may never forget, in a familiar and hospitable environment where our friendly and experienced staff is always available and willing to meet any need of yours. Taste delicious dishes with fresh fish, seafood and local meat, all cooked according to traditional, greek recipes!
Breath of Zorba
Zorbas’ breath is one of the oldest and the most picturesque restaurants by the sea. Our long presence and experience (since 1978) together with the peaceful and relaxing environment, which is totally harmonised with nature, will make your meal or dinner into an unforgettable experience. Stare at the sea in our traditionally developed place on the beach and let yourselves travel back in time. Experience moments you may never forget, in a familiar and hospitable environment where our friendly and experienced staff is always available and willing to meet any need of yours. Taste delicious dishes with fresh fish, seafood and local meat, all cooked according to traditional, greek recipes!
One of the most traditional tavernas of the island!
Do not miss the best ever greek salad and pork steak with fresh french fries!
Balkonaki
One of the most traditional tavernas of the island!
Do not miss the best ever greek salad and pork steak with fresh french fries!
Drinks & Nightlife
By far the best cocktails in the island in the most chilled out atmosphere! Open after 19.00pm, so do not miss the chance to visit!
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155 Cafe Bar
By far the best cocktails in the island in the most chilled out atmosphere! Open after 19.00pm, so do not miss the chance to visit!
Baccara is located in the main pedestrian street of the old town of Lefkada in Dorpfeld st. It is a small and cozy bar playing all kinds of alternative music, from Jazz to Rock and even Greek music, creating a fun mood. You will have the chance to try some of the best cocktails in the island as well as to meet lots of people. During the summer months be sure to find a free seat early cause otherwise you will be standing! Baccara's advantage is that it is located in a passage way. That means that you will see them and they will see you!
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Baccara Bar Lefkada
15 Goulielmou Derpfeld Baccara is located in the main pedestrian street of the old town of Lefkada in Dorpfeld st. It is a small and cozy bar playing all kinds of alternative music, from Jazz to Rock and even Greek music, creating a fun mood. You will have the chance to try some of the best cocktails in the island as well as to meet lots of people. During the summer months be sure to find a free seat early cause otherwise you will be standing! Baccara's advantage is that it is located in a passage way. That means that you will see them and they will see you!
Taratsa is one of the most known bars in Lefkada, it is preferred by the locals, but also the foreign sailors. It is located in the entrance of the town of Lefkada near the bridge of Ponte and next to the park of the poets. It will surely be a reference point for your summer entertainment on the island. You'll go for the amazing view but you will stay for the quality cocktails, the special atmosphere and elegant people that choose it for their night out.
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Taratsa Open
Ethniki Odos Amfilochias LefkadasTaratsa is one of the most known bars in Lefkada, it is preferred by the locals, but also the foreign sailors. It is located in the entrance of the town of Lefkada near the bridge of Ponte and next to the park of the poets. It will surely be a reference point for your summer entertainment on the island. You'll go for the amazing view but you will stay for the quality cocktails, the special atmosphere and elegant people that choose it for their night out.
At the village of Exanthia, above the clouds of your favorite restaurant “Rachi” and next to the mountainous paragliding site of the slope which fly you to the wonderful West coasts, the All Day café-bar “FLY ME” opens its wings and welcomes you with a big hug…You will find us every day since early in the morning, with friendly company coffee and traditional handmade sweets and substantial breakfast.We are exactly there where the view is breathtaking on the edge of the cliff in front of the vast sea. Later, you can taste cool drinks and unique cocktails, where the glance is magnetized by the sun which disappears in the Ionian open sea. And all this in a place which calms your mind and at the
17 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
FLY ME sun&stars bar
At the village of Exanthia, above the clouds of your favorite restaurant “Rachi” and next to the mountainous paragliding site of the slope which fly you to the wonderful West coasts, the All Day café-bar “FLY ME” opens its wings and welcomes you with a big hug…You will find us every day since early in the morning, with friendly company coffee and traditional handmade sweets and substantial breakfast.We are exactly there where the view is breathtaking on the edge of the cliff in front of the vast sea. Later, you can taste cool drinks and unique cocktails, where the glance is magnetized by the sun which disappears in the Ionian open sea. And all this in a place which calms your mind and at the
Parks & Nature
The sand is pure white and the deep waters are turquoise, a splendid sight, especially when seen from above. Not accessible by car. The beach is at the end of the scenic footpath setting out from Aghios Nikitas (a 20-minute walk) or you can go by ‘Taxi-boat’.
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Milos Beach
The sand is pure white and the deep waters are turquoise, a splendid sight, especially when seen from above. Not accessible by car. The beach is at the end of the scenic footpath setting out from Aghios Nikitas (a 20-minute walk) or you can go by ‘Taxi-boat’.
Just before Athani there is a big sandy beach called Gialos.
You can drive (carefully) all the way down to the beach and continue all straight as you reach the coast and park where the road stops. Ideal to walk alongside the seaside and explore all its hidden treasures!
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Playa Gialos
Just before Athani there is a big sandy beach called Gialos.
You can drive (carefully) all the way down to the beach and continue all straight as you reach the coast and park where the road stops. Ideal to walk alongside the seaside and explore all its hidden treasures!
A strip of pure white sand at the foot of a towering white rock: the picture is familiar as it was awarded the prize of the loveliest beach in Greece and appears on posters promoting tourism. To get there you go down a steep path with a hundred steps from the parking lot (with plenty of canteens) or by caique from Nydri and Vassilki.
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Porto Katsiki
A strip of pure white sand at the foot of a towering white rock: the picture is familiar as it was awarded the prize of the loveliest beach in Greece and appears on posters promoting tourism. To get there you go down a steep path with a hundred steps from the parking lot (with plenty of canteens) or by caique from Nydri and Vassilki.
There are three sand beaches near this village, with turquoise waters, white pebbles, sand and rocks for all preferences. There is a canteen and a few umbrellas and deck chairs.
Don't miss the opportunity to have a falafel at Avali cafe on the way up or down from the beach!
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Avali beach
There are three sand beaches near this village, with turquoise waters, white pebbles, sand and rocks for all preferences. There is a canteen and a few umbrellas and deck chairs.
Don't miss the opportunity to have a falafel at Avali cafe on the way up or down from the beach!