Food
Information about Lefkadian cuisine
The dining options in Lefkada are countless, from traditional tavernas, quaint ouzeri and grills for delicious meze to sophisticated restaurants with ethnic cuisine. Try the delicious Egklouvi lentils, a rare variety that grows in the village of the same name. Handmade pies, salted codfish and rooster are some of the famous dishes of the local cuisine. Accompany your meal with local wine “verjami”, a rare variety, considered one of the best in the country. Don’t forget to try the salami and sausage of Lefkada, which have now established themselves as internationally renowned products in the tasting and deli circles. Pasteli and mandolata stand out as sweet options. Also try sumada, a local bitter almond drink, or rosoli, a yellow-tinged liqueur.
Suggestions for good food
and reservation numbers
Breath of Zorba in Nikiana is one of the most picturesque and old, seaside restaurants in the area. Gaze out to sea in the traditionally designed space and travel back in time. Tel: 2645 071449
In the seaside village of Nikiana, Minas is an authentic fish tavern in a stunning spot with a balcony drowned in bougainvillea and vines overlooking the sea and the scent of the Ionian Sea. Tel: 2645 071480
In Rachi for wonderful food and unique views in the village of Exanthia, a few kilometers away from Kathisma. Tel.: 2645 099439
Mazi is a restaurant in Finika Square in Lefkada. There you will enjoy a unique gastronomic experience where the menu includes dishes from Greek and Mediterranean cuisine, such as meat, seafood and salads, while it is also one of the most popular drinking destinations with a wide variety of options for all tastes. Tel: 2645 024477
At Margarita for Greek cuisine, in a beautiful cafe restaurant for seafood or meat. It is located in the town of Lefkada overlooking the Marina and the sailing boats. Tel: 2645 022232
In the village of Lygia you will find the tavern Eptanisa. A friendly family restaurant overlooking the port of Lygia. Tel.: 2645 071747
Above the beach of Kathisima, you will find the Amente Restaurant & Cocktail Bar with an incredible view of the village of Drymonas. Tel: 6977461415
Another suggestion in the village of Nikiana and in front of the sea is the Pantazis tavern. There you will find fresh seafood, meat of the moment and delicious stews. Enjoy the family atmosphere and homemade cuisine. Tel: 2645 071211
In the village of Athani with a wonderful view from the sea, the Ionio Taverna operates. A traditional, family-run tavern that is the epitome of homemade authentic cuisine with the fine delicacies offered. Tel.: 26450 33000
A few kilometers from the village of Eiskopos, in the enchanting Nydri, you will find the family tavern Aura. There you will enjoy traditional food, with emphasis on quality and service. In a privileged location, offering excellent views of the surrounding islands (Madouri, Skorpios). Tel.: 2645 092269
On the beach of Mikro Gialos you will find the tavern Zolithros. An attraction for the whole world since 1972. There you will find fresh fish and delicious local recipes with a view of the sea. Tel: 2645 095111
For fans of Italian cuisine, just outside Nikiana is the Segreto Vino e Cucina restaurant. There you will find genuine Italian recipes with pure ingredients, creative combinations and fine wine. Tel: 2645 093290
On a lush green hill in Drimonas, with a magnificent view of the west coast, Amente dominates. Try modern cuisine with a unique experience of relaxation, entertainment and gastronomic pleasure. Tel: 6977461415
