Crete, Greece Food Guide: 8 Italian food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Heraklion

June 22, 2020 Mikaela Didonna

Find out what Italian restaurants to try in Heraklion. Heraklion (/hɪˈrækliən/; Greek: Ηράκλειο, Irákleio, pronounced [iˈraklio]) is the largest city and the administrative capital of the island of Crete. It is the fourth largest city in Greece. According to the results of the 2011 census, the population of the city proper was 140,730 inhabitants, the municipality's was 173,993 while the Heraklion urban area has a population of 225,574 and it extends over an area of 684.3 km (264.2 sq mi).
Things to do in Heraklion

8. La Salumeria

Agiou Titou 20, Heraklion, Crete 71202 Greece Italian, Mediterranean Lunch, Dinner Seating, Table Service, Reservations [email protected] +30 697 053 1055 https://www.facebook.com/LaSalumeriagr/
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4 based on 35 reviews

La Salumeria

Reviewed By Aaron H

Stopped in here randomly for lunch. Had the Spaghetti Carbonera. It was so good we decided to go back the next day and try the Linguine con pesto al limone, and the Rigatoni Amatriciana. Was equally satisfied. Everything tasted so fresh and flavourful. The owner is absolutely lovely. If in the mood for pasta, would definitely recommend trying La Salumeria.

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7. Pastatempo

20 Ionias Louka Petraki, Heraklion, Crete 713 05 Greece Italian, Pizza, Mediterranean, European, International Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Highchairs Available [email protected] +30 281 033 4874 http://pastatempo.gr
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4 based on 144 reviews

Pastatempo

Reviewed By Y8808JGdavidt

Lovely restaurant well worth finding in the labyrinth of Cretan streets. A very wide range of food choices served quickly and pleasantly. The owner delivered a free dessert and louka petraki spirit at the end of the meal. Follow the address in case the map location is still incorrect.

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6. Kasaoulio

62 Martyron 260, Heraklion, Crete 71303 Greece Pizza, Mediterranean, European, Greek, Italian Lunch, Dinner Wheelchair Accessible, Reservations, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Cash Only, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Takeout, Pl [email protected] +30 281 026 2656 http://www.facebook.com/Kasaoulio-894062620643116/info/
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4 based on 106 reviews

Kasaoulio

Reviewed By dorak151

This restaurant is really convenient for families with little children . It is easy to reach with parking area right outside and once you are there your kids will fall in love with the playground. We had a pizza with meat which was great ,rizzoto with yoghurt and apaki (smoked meat), and a nice salad with nuts. Eveyything was great and the waiters really took gokd care of us. As for the price, Totally unbelievable. We thought the waiter had made a mistake because the bill was too low!!!

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5. Alfredo

Georgiou Gennimata 2, Heraklion, Crete 71305 Greece Italian, Pizza, Mediterranean, European Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Serves Alcohol, Table Service, Accepts Credit Cards [email protected] +30 281 021 4141
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4 based on 89 reviews

Alfredo

Authentic Italian Cuisine

Reviewed By VeronicaPetrarca

this restaurant is really A-MA-ZING !!! I'm Italian but i'm on Crete for work so I went to this restaurant with collegues/friends and they really discovered what Italian pizza, pasta and wine is.. The food is REALLY Italian/Napolitan food, the staff is friendly as nowhere else and we paid just 18€ for 3-course dinner.. If you have the chance, go there and you will for sure not regret.. Grazie ragazzi siete eccezionali :)

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4. Pastarella

Sofokli Venizelou Minoos, Talos Plaza, Heraklion, Crete 71303 Greece Italian, Pizza, Mediterranean, European Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Table Service, Delivery, Highchairs Available [email protected] +30 281 026 0560 https://www.facebook.com/pastarella.gr
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4 based on 173 reviews

Pastarella

Reviewed By B H

This meal was truly memorable!We all loved everything we ordered. Pasta was cooked perfectly & was delicious. The flavors were delicate & exquisite. Service was spot on. View lovely- across from water. And a free surprise for dessert!

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3. Via Pastarella

Kantanoleon 2 Parko Theotokopoulou, Heraklion, Crete 71202 Greece Italian, Pizza, Mediterranean, European Lunch, Dinner Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +30 281 028 0505 http://www.facebook.com/viapastarella
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4 based on 450 reviews

Via Pastarella

An all day authentic Italian experience at the centre of Heraklion, just a minute walk away from Parko Theotokopoulos. Via Pastarella offers a great range of exquisite Italian dishes made in our open kitchen. Authentic Italian recipes with fresh ingredien

Reviewed By Ronninfinity R

For those who sick for excellent Italian cousin, the best I’ve ever ate. not only in Greece, even in Italy. Very clean, very tasty, perfect service. High quality fresh pasta, we tasted 3 different flavors/textures with fresh materials.Super kind staff, patient, pleasant, attentive, welcoming, what could we asked for more.I'm very excited I'm writing this restaurant. Super duper recommended.

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2. Silfio Pizza

Dimokratias 73, Heraklion, Crete 713 06 Greece Greek, Italian, Pizza, European Brunch, Drinks, Lunch, Dinner Delivery, Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Television, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Table Service, Highchairs Available [email protected] +30 281 023 7884 http://www.silfiopizza.gr
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4 based on 236 reviews

Silfio Pizza

Our menu includes pizza baked in the wood oven, variety of pasta and fresh salads. Beer, wine and soft drinks to accompany your food.

Reviewed By vtretiree2016

We came here because 2 restaurants that we had thought we would go to were closed for the day and this was next to our hotel. We were surprised that the veggie calzone and a pasta were both excellent. The restaurant was clean, modern and very comfortable. The waiter was very nice and helpful.

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1. Ristorante Pizzeria Pesto da Claudio e Alessandro

Vourvachidon 2, Heraklion, Crete 71202 Greece Italian, Pizza, Mediterranean, Seafood, European Lunch, Dinner Delivery, Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Television, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Cash Only, Free Wifi, Reservations, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service +30 281 033 4919 http://www.facebook.com/pestoheraklion
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4 based on 287 reviews

Ristorante Pizzeria Pesto da Claudio e Alessandro

Pizzeria restaurant italian food, pasta, meat, fish. Dear customers, We would like to inform you that our menu has selected flavours, from traditional Italian recipes and from the experience of 3 generations of Italian chefs, always using the best Italian

Reviewed By snoogstaaar1122

Amazing pizza topped with quality ingredients. Great find and very accommodating with requesting additional topping. Would visit again.

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