Maps: Handpicked Athens
Assuming you've climbed the Acropolis, you've been to the museum, you've toured the ancient sites... assuming you've pretty much covered all the not-so-hidden culture this beautiful city has to offer. What do you do now? This is a food-heavy list, and for good reasons. Enjoy.
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1. 360 Bar – Bar
Ifestou 2, Athina 105 55
http://www.three-sixty.gr/
For impressive views of Athens, climb up the stairs to the terrace of 360 bar, an oasis in the middle of the hectic Monastiraki area. There's also an elevator, so there are no excuses.
2. Feedel Urban Gastronomy – Food/Bar
Ktena 1, Athina 105 63
Great food, trendy crowd. Hidden behind Ermou street, Feedel is a bar/restaurant hybrid. Go in the summer for dinner on the terrace. Some of the staff may have a bit of an attitude, but if that's not a deal breaker for you then you should definitely give it a try.
3. Vezene – Food
Vrasida 11, Athina 161 21
http://vezene.gr/
Excellent restaurant in the Hilton area. Expect modern Greek cuisine. If you go with a group, try the towering dessert that goes by the name of Ari's Deal Closer.
4. Six d.o.g.s. – Club/Bar/Cafe/Culture
Avramiotou 6-8, Athina 105 51
http://sixdogs.gr/
Six d.o.g.s. (meaning six degrees of global separation) is a bit of an institution in Athens, and it currently stands as one of the most respected nightclubs in the city's electronic music scene. If you're not a fan of the techno culture, you can still go in the afternoon for a coffee in its too cool industrial garden.
5. Ta Serbetia stou Psyrri – Food
Eschilou 3, Athina 105 54
Greek sweets that are the size of your head. Skip a meal (or two) and head here. I challenge you to finish whatever you choose to get - it will all be delicious.
6. The Clumsies – Bar
Praxitelous 30, Athina 105 61
http://theclumsies.gr/
One of the World's 50 Best Bars, and open all day long. Worth a visit. Go on a weekday if you'd like a seat and a quiet drink.
7. Café Avissinia – Food
Kinetou 7, Athina 105 55
An impressive space serving home-made style dishes. Go on a sunny day and grab a spot on the terrace.
8. Balux Cafe - The House Project – Bar/Restaurant/Cafe/Beach
Β58, Vasileos Konstantinou, Glifada 166 74
http://www.baluxcafe.com/
Soho House vibes on the beach. Good for drinks, coffee, dinner or lunch; you name it. The sea around Glyfada is not the greatest, so I wouldn't recommend swimming there, but the place itself more than makes up for it.
9. Oinoscent – Wine bar
Voulis 45-47, Athina 105 57
http://oinoscent.com/
Tiny but excellent wine bar, with tasty nibbles and an extensive list of wines, focusing on Greek varieties.
10. Mama Roux – Food/Brunch
Aiolou 48, Athina 105 60
One of the city's most popular breakfast and brunch destinations.
11. Tzitzikas & Mermigas – Food
Mitropoleos 12, Athina 105 63 (+ more)
http://www.tzitzikasmermigas.gr/en/
Unpretentious Greek cuisine, massive portions. Popular for lunch.
