Chania Foodie Guide by Greek Like Me
Chania Foodie Guide by Greek Like Me
Anastasia Sotiropulos
The ultimate guide to the best spots within walking distance from the old Venetian Harbor and Old Town in Chania on the island of Crete.
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ANASSA - Boutique Hotel
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Anassa is a four room boutique hotel located directly on the old Venetian harbor in Chania. It also has the best brunch and cocktails in town.
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Salis
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Elegant lunch and dinner option along the old Venetian harbor with the most extensive wine list in town.
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Kritamon Wine Restaurant
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Outstanding Cretan food, beautifully presented, in a lovely setting. Fabulous wine list featuring local and international wines.
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The Five Restaurant
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Modern Cretan fare on the beach in Nea Hora. Great wine and dessert too.
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PALLAS
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Pallas is *the* place to be seen at sunset. It's a great spot right on the old Venetian harbor where you can enjoy a coffee or a cocktail and people watch with the harbor in the background.
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Señal Chania
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Very hip spot tucked behind a Venetian boathouse perfect for late night cocktails and great vibes.
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Chrisostomos
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Cozy taverna that hits the mark when it comes to traditional Cretan cuisine - meat, seafood, and veg dishes. Gets pretty cramped in the evening - book a table in advance if you can!
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To Stachi slow food
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Casual, family-run restaurant that focuses on vegetarian and vegan Cretan cuisine. Don't miss the daily specials which often highlight the best seasonal produce.
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Sandbar
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Amazing cafe with superb breakfast and baked goods. Delicious cocktails, coffee, cakes and more. Beautiful seaside location at the beginning of the Koum Kapi neighborhood just outside the Venetian Harbor.
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Pita Goal
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Great local spot for traditional souvlaki, gyro and daily homemade specials. If you can't get a table they'll pack your meal to go and you can park yourself on a bench by the sea!
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Pinaleon Fine Kitchen
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Cute taverna with great dishes like mousaka, pastitsio, seasonal veg, roasted meat and fresh seafood dishes.
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The Jar
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Cute cafe in the park with coffee, cocktails, a brunch menu and baked goods. Great casual place to go to escape the heat and crowds of the old town.
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Foods'n'Goods
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A fantastic wine and spirits shop with an extensive inventory of Greek and Cretan wines. Super friendly staff who will be able to help you find exactly what you're in the mood to sip!
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Kafeneio Fix
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Local taverna with delicious meze and main dishes in an outdoor setting. Perfect for a leisurely lunch or date night.
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AbLa
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Vibey spot tucked just behind Salis restaurant and across from some of the best clubs/lounges of summer. Great for lunch or late night souvlaki, and the best smashburger in town.
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Μπυραρία του Ρούντι
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Best beer selection in town with a lovely little outdoor beer garden and great vibes.
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Thalassino Ageri
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The ultimate sunset dining spot in Chania, not to mention the freshest and best seafood in town. Make a reservation if you're going during peak hours (7pm-9pm).
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To Maridaki
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Seafood-focused taverna with the best fresh fish prepared in traditional ways. Don't miss the fava with octopus if that's up your alley.
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Oasis
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Legendary local spot serving one thing, and one thing only - gyro sandwiches without fries - the authentic way (they'd say). Don't be afraid to order two...you can thank me later.
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Το Φαγητό Της Ζωής
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My favorite "homestyle" food in town. New menu items every day featuring whatever is in season. Take out or delivery only.
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Falavela
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Casual spot for falafel, fresh juices, and other tasty snacks. Great for vegetarians, but delicious enough for carnivores.
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Bougatsa Iordanis
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Historic spot for local delicacy called "bougatsa" - a baked filo pastry filled with either sweet custard or local cheese sprinkled with powdered sugar and cinnamon. Order a traditional Greek coffee or a frappe to go with it.
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Patsouros Cheese and More (Πατσουράκης Τυροκομικά Προϊόντα Χανιά)
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Local specialty food shop featuring their own cheeses and yogurt, as well as cured meats, olives, and other preserves. You can sit and order a charcuterie plate and a glass of wine or beer if you need a little snack.
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bougatsa Chania
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Local delicacy "bougatsa" served here filled with savory mizithra cheese wrapped in layers of buttery filo and topped with powdered sugar and cinnamon.
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Red Jαne Bakery
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Modern bakery focused on sourdough breads, Scandanavian and French-inspired pastries with great savory options like sandwiches serving their own locally roasted coffee.
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Bakery Patisserie & Coffee Shop Ntourountous Chania 1866 Square
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Traditional Cretan bakery based in Sfakia, on the south side of Crete. Great for traditional cookies, Cretan biscotti, barley rusks as well as cakes, tarts, and ice cream.
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Kokido
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Super casual spot for souvlaki and gyro as well as delicious homemade daily specials. Great for take out as well.
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Pol brew
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Hidden gem of a coffee shop just outside the main bus station in Chania. Outstanding espresso and cold brew coffee with a lovely seating area out back.
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Panda Project
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If you're tired of eating Greek food (understandable) and you're looking for dumplings or noodles, make your way here! Authentic Chinese dishes served in a super casual setting.
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KROSS COFFEE ROASTERS
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The largest of the Kross coffee shops. Scenic spot for delicious coffee and snacks outside of the madness of old town.
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Oinoa
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An elegant dining experience serving fabulous Cretan-inspired dishes and delicious wines.
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Perathōrákēs
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Traditional Greek bakery - the best thing to get here is the Galaktoboureko, either in small bite-sized rolls, or if you're ambitious, in a round tray to take back to your apartment to heat up and eat over a couple of days.
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Farmers Market on Thursday
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The Thursday farmers' market in Nea Hora is a good place to see how locals shop. It runs from 7am-2pm and is a great place to find seasonal fruit and veg, herbs, cheese and more.
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Saturday Farmers' Market
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The Saturday farmers' market is a sight to behold! It runs from 7am-2pm, but best to get there early to beat the crowds and the heat. It runs the length of Minoos street from Epimenidou to Nikiforou Foka. There are cafes serving coffee and breakfast along the road if you'd rather sit and watch the passersby.
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KROSS Coffee Works
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One of several Kross locations serving great coffee - try their cold brew!
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kalitsounas
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Local bakery with two locations serving "kalitsounia" - Cretan hand pies filled with different savory ingredients. Perfect snacks for a road trip or a stroll through town.
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VOTANI - herbs spices & nuts
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A specialty shop featuring local products such as wine, olive oil, herbs, teas, and soaps.
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BAKERY PLAKOPΟULOS
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Neighborhood bakery serving breakfast pastries, tarts, mini ice cream cones and more. Great for a quick snack and a coffee.
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SYN.KA Supermarket
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Local supermarket where you can find general goods as well as local items like honey, olive oil, herbs, teas, and more.
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Kalitsounádiko
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Traditional "kalitsounia" are specific to Chania and are savory hand pies often filled with fresh myzithra cheese, wild greens, spinach, mushrooms and other various fillings. This is a small family shop that sells really wonderful quality kalitsounia.
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Farmer's Market (Laiki Agora) on Monday
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Monday farmers' market featuring all the best seasonal produce, cheese, yogurt, herbs and preserves. Open from 7am-2pm, but the earlier you get there, the better.
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Dagkli by M&Co.
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Great coffee shop in a neighborhood setting very close to the home of the first Prime Minister of Greece, Eleftherios Venizelos.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Anastasia Sotiropulos
Greek Like Me was founded by Greek-American hospitality professional Anastasia Sotiropulos in 2020. As a fully customized travel planning service, Greek Like Me creates itineraries based on individual clients' needs and desires for their ultimate Greek holiday. Travel planning services to all destinations across Greece. Greek Like Me creates customized itineraries for the culturally curious and culinarily inclined traveler. We specialize in off-the-beaten path gems, unique gastronomic experiences, one-of-a-kind accommodations, and match our clients with their perfect Greek vacation. Set up a time to meet with Anastasia to get your itinerary planned now, whether you're traveling in the height of summer or in the quieter off-season. Greece has something for everyone!
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