Bon Appetit

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• Zoi kai Igia read more ›
  (Tsimiski Street. )
  This small health food store offers freshly made sandwiches and snacks all day long. Try the speciality wholemeal pies.
• Derlicatessen read more ›
  (7 Kouskoura, near Cathedral Mitropoli. Tel. 2310 226 367)
  When you feel like a snack, why not pay a visit to Derlicatessen? It offers various types of souvlaki made from skewered pork, chicken, mushroom or haloumi cheese.
• Gregory's read more ›
  (17 Dodekanisou. Tel. 2310 556 149)
  The ideal place if you want a quick bite to eat. Plenty of healthy options, as well as pastries, freshly blended juices and smoothies.
• Le Frais Croissanterie read more ›
  (2 Aghias Sophias. Tel. 2310 243 990)
  Famous for its freshly baked croissants filled with creamy chocolate or jam, it also serves pies and delicious sandwiches all day long.
• Zoiga read more ›
  (54 Alexander Svolou. Tel. 2310 283 238)
  This quaint café bar is ideal for those who want to sit, chat and relax. Serving hot and cold snacks all day, the crêpes with chicken and mushrooms are delicious.
• Karavides Restaurant read more ›
  (Ikea, Thessalonikis 12km. )
  Strangely enough, the café at the IKEA store is a popular place for a bite to eat, with tasty meatballs and an impressive salmon platter.

• Vrotos read more ›
  (6 Mitropolítou Yennadhíou, Platía Áthonos. Tel. 2310 223 958)
  This family-run taverna serves Greek specialities made with local ingredients to produce hearty dishes, washed down with good house wine. Summer-time specials include stuffed pepper and tomatoes.
• Thermiakos read more ›
  (Thetidos. )
  This popular fish tavern, right by the sea, is the perfect place to enjoy the fruits of the Aegean. The speciality is midopilafo (rice with mussels).
• El Burrito read more ›
  (Town Centre. Tel. 2310 220 622)
  Mexican food prepared by a Mexican chef, so this must be the spiciest food in town! Eciel Cuevas Lopez also prepares a pretty mean list of cocktails, with more than 50 to choose from.
• Inochos read more ›
  (39 Melenikou. Tel. 2310 206 863)
  This popular restaurant has been going for years. It has a warm, homely atmosphere, and the chefs serve up a decent variety of dishes until late at night. The risotto rice with mushrooms and liver is the house speciality.
• Times read more ›
  (156 Tsimiski. Tel. 2310 224 300)
  Glamorous but affordable restaurant offering a daily menu at reasonable prices. Often, there are live acts to accompany the good food. Look out for the large wooden horse at the entrance to help you find it.
• Nargi read more ›
  (Alexander Svolou . Tel. 2310 228 502)
  This Indian eatery serves dishes ranging from mouthwatering to fiery from 2pm till late at night. It has its own tandoori oven, and serves delicious samosas and cool lassis (yoghurt drinks) to wash the hot stuff down.

• Draft read more ›
  (3 Lykourgou Street, Ladadika. Tel. 2310 555 518)
  This trendy restaurant is open from midday till late at night, serving filling meat and vegetarian dishes. After dinner, stick around for a drink or two.
• Hamodrakas read more ›
  (13 Manoli Gagili. Tel. 2310 447 943)
  This bustling fish restaurant has been around for years and it still manages to cook up some of the tastiest dishes around. Excellent seafood and typical Greek dishes.
• Elia Lemoni read more ›
  (19A Markou Botsari. Tel. 2310 865 600)
  This up-market restaurant with a smart interior offers meals until late at night. It specialises in meat dishes, ranging from rabbit stew to succulent skewered lamb, but don't miss the pan-grilled Mitilini cheese with roasted almonds.
• Is Stin Poli read more ›
  (17 Eigiptou, Ladakika. Tel. 2310 521 376)
  This quaint tavern offers Turkish and Greek dishes from early afternoon to late evening, with occasional live music. Young chef Selim cooks up some mouthwatering treats, including baklava for dessert.
• Kioupia read more ›
  (Morichovou, Ladathika. Tel. 2310 5532 39)
  This restaurant has an excellent reputation for its Greek cuisine, with dishes from across the country-you'll find everything from mouth-watering pies to steaming fish soups. Book in advance.
• Meat Me read more ›
  (24-26 Ermou. Tel. 2310 222 644)
  Elegant restaurant with plenty of meat dishes on the menu-many cooked on a barbecue. Be warned-portions are very generous. Kali orexi (bon appetit)!

• Interni read more ›
  (6 Megalou Alexandrou Street. Tel. 2310 888 865)
  Spoil yourself at this multi-level bar/restaurant by the sea. Try one of the cocktails and then feast on the extensive menu. It has eye-popping views over the Thermaikos Gulf.
• Interni read more ›
  (6 Megalou Alexandrou Street. Tel. 2310 888 865)
  At this multi-level bar/restaurant by the sea, spoil yourself with something tasty from the extensive menu. The fantastic views over the Gulf of Thermikos complement the excellent cuisine. Mouth-watering cocktails, too.
• Iskandar read more ›
  (8 Salaminos. Tel. 2310 555 518)
  This stylish restaurant spreads across three levels with a piano room downstairs, a fine dining room on the second level, while the top floor entertains with dancers. The food is delicious, mainly Arabic and Indian cuisine.
• Clochard read more ›
  (4 Proksenou Koromila. Tel. 2310 239 805)
  Noted for its impeccable service, elegant style and array of awards, Clochard attracts celebrities and politicans, and offers the best in Greek and French cuisine. It also has a wide selection of good wines.
• Room 22 read more ›
  (22 Iktinou. )
  This newly opened restaurant is considered by many to be the cream of the crop. Its stylish, elegant décor and attentive service will really make you feel spoilt. Order the pork loin served with grilled halloumi cheese, or the unusual salmon wrapped in vine leaves.
• Orient read more ›
  (18 Tsimiski Street. Tel. 2310 244623)
  Established for more than a decade, spoil yourself with fine cuisine. Among the many tasty offerings, try the unusual rice dish with exotic spices. After dinner, sip a rakomilo (sweet raki-similar to ouzo).

After Dark

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• Flocafe read more ›
  (41 Nikis Avenue. Tel. 2310 226 185)
  The place to be day or night. Its relaxing atmosphere attracts people of all ages, serving up tasty teas and coffees until late.
• Electra Palace Coffee Shop read more ›
  (Platia Aristotelous Square. )
  Take the lift to the roof garden and while away a couple of hours with a drink as you enjoy the lovely view.
• Zithos read more ›
  (5 Katouni. Tel. 2310 540 284)
  After a tough day's sightseeing, shopping or even just lazing on the beach, there's no better treat than Zithos' hot chocolate souffle with chocolate sauce.
• Starbucks read more ›
  (City Gate. )
  OK, so it's a Starbucks, but it does serve some of the best coffee around in relaxing surrounds. Grande cappuccino, peace and quiet, and WiFi, what more could you want?
• Coffix read more ›
  (11 Lora Margaritou. Tel. 2310 250011)
  The quirky décor will give you plenty to talk about over your coffee. Order one of the special flavoured coffees topped with whipped cream.
• Electra Palace Coffee Shop read more ›
  (Platia Aristotelous Square. )
  Take the lift to the roof garden and while away a couple of hours with a drink as you admire the spectacular views of the Thermiakos Gulf. A must!

• Principal read more ›
  (Junction of Neo Riso. Tel. 2310 428 088)
  This popular theatre and bar is open all year round, and offers great concerts and top Greek singers.
• Orient read more ›
  (18 Komninon Street, corner of Tsimiski. Tel. 2310 244 623)
  The Orient not only offers excellent food, but on Friday and Saturday evenings live local bands play tunes from all over the Balkans, throwing in a few jazz melodies, too.
• Orient read more ›
  (18 Komninon Street, corner of Tsimiski. Tel. 2310 244 623)
  On the second floor, the Orient not only offers excellent food, but on Friday and Saturday evening live local bands play tunes from all over the Balkans, throwing in a few jazz melodies in between. You might see the odd belly dancer, too.
• La Place Mignone read more ›
  (Ethnikis Amines 4. Tel. 2310 288354)
  Live la vie en France... well almost! This French café boasts live jazz and a charming atmosphere. Book ahead to bag a good table.
• Mylos read more ›
  (56 Alexander Gerogiou. Tel. 2310 51836)
  Set in a renovated old mill, this multi-entertainment centre always has something going on. Check out the website for this month's top acts (www.mylos.gr, Greek only).
• Malt and Jazz read more ›
  (1 Proxenou Koromila Street. )
  The place for jazz fans. Appreciate the music over a glass of malt whisky.

• Bar Me read more ›
  (3 Agiou Mina, Ladadika. Tel. 2310 554 099)
  This intimate yet popular club is open from Thursday-Sunday, with excellent DJs churning out the coolest hits. The crowd is young and funky.
• On the Road read more ›
  (Nikis Street. )
  This little bar is located on the seafront, but right in the heart of town, across from the White Tower. It's popular and gets very busy, so arrive early to secure a seat, then drink and dance the night away.
• Enola read more ›
  (19 Valioritou. Tel. 2310 552 266)
  A gay-friendly nightclub that's open from midnight till sunrise, with heavy-hitting dance hits till the break of dawn, and then some serious chill-out vibes. Just make sure you have enough energy to keep going!
• Da-Da Club read more ›
  (4 Peristeriou, Ladadika. )
  Get ready to party late into the night: this club doesn't open till 12.30am but it keeps going till sunrise. DJs spin a popular selection of tunes.
• Figaro read more ›
  (41 Papanastasiou. Tel. 2310 911 578)
  This disco plays 70s and 80s music nightly. With its sparkling atmosphere, Figaro is the perfect place to meet up with friends and make new ones.
• Taverns Imvros read more ›
  (47 Argonafton & Kidonion (Kalamaria Area). Tel. 2310 417 325)
  At this buzzing tavern you'll find live Greek music every night-and the later you stay, the crazier it gets! Plenty of dancing on the table action.

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