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Travellers' Choice2023
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PRICE RANGE
US$7 - US$26
CUISINES
Mediterranean, Greek, Healthy, International
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
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Top 3 Reasons to Eat Here

1. Finest greek cuisine
1. Finest greek cuisine
"We had a lovely home cooked Greek lunch and met the owner"
3papag
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2. Wonderful memorable visit!
2. Wonderful memorable visit!
"fresh kalamari, beautiful olives, and the most amazing fava bean salad"
LaughingGoat
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3. Must visit with Vegan options!
3. Must visit with Vegan options!
"Yannis, family and staff are very friendly, lovely home cooked food"
Kevshirlb
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All reviews roast lamb cretan salad baklava halloumi bread gyros stifado home grown malia port home made makes you feel family business real greek nice restaurant amazing food every night lovely atmosphere
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Reviewed 27 October 2023 via mobile

lovely family run taverna offering excellent service and beautiful food with more than generous sized portions . we liked do much we went back again . nothing was too much trouble either . recommend booking to ensure not waiting for a table , as can...be very busyMore

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 29 September 2022 via mobile

We were very lucky that this restaurant was very close to our apartment so we found it whilst going for a walk on our first morning in Crete. We only had 10 nights but ended up here five times. The food is fantastic, traditional Greek...in style, and your host, Yannis is so very welcoming. The prices are very reasonable too (and don't forget your doggy bag if it's too much for you!) We met repeat customers on a couple of occasions who had travelled from neighbouring towns such is the deserved excellent reputation of this taverna. There are also small touches like a wipe for your glasses and additional handwipes waiting for you on your serviette. Then there's the toilets! They are so clean and have so many items in there to freshen up with, that it's an almost spa-like experience. If you're anywhere near then it's well worth a visit.More

Date of visit: September 2022
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Reviewed 26 October 2023 via mobile

Amazing food felt very comfortable. Food amazing and great value . Very clean staff very friendly. Went above and beyond. Must try the honey raki

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 14 October 2023 via mobile

Great experience, food was AMAZING the best Greek salad I’ve ever taste 👌🥰 Ioannis is a great chef and such a lovely person. Top of the top ❤️ No.1 in whole Crete🇬🇷 Yamas!

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 11 October 2023

Staying near by this restaurant was a fabulous find excellent food at really reasonable price and the best service would highly recommend everything on the menu over 10 days we probably tried everything. Will definitely return. A big thank you to everyone. We have just...had our last meal before going home.More

Date of visit: October 2023
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Reviewed 10 October 2023

Excellent food Extremely friendly and accommodating staff Taverna is pristine This Taverna is a credit to the owner

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 4 October 2023 via mobile

Wow, what a find on day 1 of our holiday, so we came back, and came back, and … well, you get the picture. Food was beautifully presented and so tasty … all those little treats around the plate just add that extra little sparkle....This place just has atmosphere and Ioannis is such a star. So friendly (when he gets a minute to stop and chat, when he’s not run off his feet). Even stopped to give me a good talking to for not eating the sardines properly! Use your hands!! His moussaka is always made fresh, so that can be up to 20 min wait. As he said: If I pre-make it and re-heat it for a customer it would be yeuch! I wouldn’t eat it, so I wouldn’t give it to my customers. It was worth the wait! Thanks Ioannis and to all your staff too. Ευχαριστούμε πολή!More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 28 September 2023 via mobile

visited twice in late September. every dish was wonderful from chicken souvlaki , beki meza, stifado to kleftiko. would recommend them all. super friendly staff and the most equipped bathroom you will find 😊

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 28 September 2023

This place served the tastiest,freshest food and everything we had was presented beautifully. The sea bass was skinned and boned at the table and was absolutely delicious, I would give it ten stars if I could. The home made lemonade was to die for. Absolute...heavenMore

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 20 September 2023 via mobile

We had a fantastic meal here! The food was delicious, the service was great and we would absolutely recommend it! A wonderful example of authentic Greek food and thanks so much to Yani our host who was brilliant at looking after us and making us...feel super welcome 😊More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 19 September 2023

Very cozy and friendly service. Simple home made food. Nothings spectacular, but not bad, vegetables a little bit overcooked.

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 13 September 2023 via mobile

The Taverna was very Good. Nice people. Ionnis was very polite and kindly. The Stifado and Seahawks was perfect. Next time we come back

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 12 September 2023

This is a cute little restaurant with so many amazing little touches. It’s a perfect evening to enjoy a yummy Greek dinner. I would recommend this place and for sure come back here again. Very special place. 💕

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 11 September 2023 via mobile

Fantastic food 2nd visit. Recomend the local fish . The manager is so friendly and passionate and love for food . It's a must to visit.

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 4 September 2023

Extraordinary food and great service. We were surprised to receive home made potatos since every restairant use frozen french fries. I hade Gyros and my wife had a very good souvlaki.

Date of visit: September 2023
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Eva Taverna is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4.5
  • Atmosphere: 4.5