Location: Nicosia
Top Restaurants in Nicosia
Nicosia District, Cyprus Food Guide: 10 Mediterranean food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Nicosia
Find out what Mediterranean restaurants to try in Nicosia. Nicosia, the capital of the island of Cyprus, has incorporated elements of the many empires and kingdoms that have claimed it over centuries stretching back to the Bronze Age. Narrow winding streets lead visitors from the Cyprus Museum, with its collection of Neolithic and Roman artifacts, to the thick city wall. Built in the 1600s by the Venetians, the wall now divides the ancient part of the city from the modern. Step through the stone gates and enter a place where the past is still alive.
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10. Estiatorio Euroullas
Overall Ratings
4 based on 89 reviews
Reviewed By gmt18
Even though Nicosia is not a touristy place, the cluster of restaurants in Lidras street and its immediate vicinity comes closest to a tourist hub and seems to have variable quality and authenticity. I visited this one on a late summer evening and it was only filled with local guests, which to me is a very good sign. The food itself was great, tasty, tender, juicy, simple but of really good quality. Do not expert talkative waiters or fancy desserts, this is a place to enjoy souvlaki and other traditional fare with no fuss, no rush, in the light breeze coming from the lively pedestrian street (as pointed out by other contributors, the entrance is on Onasagorou, a few paces south of the Avo restaurant). Count about 10 euros for a copious dish and a drink.
9. To Elliniko Ouzomezedopoleio
Overall Ratings
4 based on 337 reviews
Reviewed By REVIEWER_CY
If you want to taste Greek food this place is ideal. The quality of most of the dishes that we ordered ranged from very good to excellent and the prices were, on the whole, reasonable. However, the ventilation of the place needs to be looked at, as one's clothes are left with a not so pleasant smell of food.
8. Il Forno
Overall Ratings
4 based on 742 reviews
Reviewed By sue a a
Great food, very accommodating, very busy . Visited twice during 7 night stay in Nocosia . Really fun time,all the staff werel incredibley friendly, amazing free profiteroles at the end of both meals. Great pizzas and lovely salad, bottle of local wine very tasty and well priced cannot fault this venue.
7. Syrian Arab Friendship Club
Overall Ratings
4 based on 608 reviews
Syrian cuisine. Oriental atmosphere. Delicious mezes and sweets in a friendly environment. Enjoy narghile in many flavors.
Reviewed By Krikoravedissian
a good place to taste the best Arabic food in Nicosia it has fast reliable service the food quality of ok and tasty .nicely decorated palace with oriental style .if you are in Arabic food and atmosphere then this is the place to be
6. Zanettos
Overall Ratings
4 based on 560 reviews
Zanettos Cyprus tavern welcomes all who pass through our door as every customer's visit is special. We strive to offer quality Cypriot cuisine the way it has been meant to be. Made fresh every day with only the choicest of local ingredients. Come and visi
Reviewed By 930saskias
This restaurant does one course only: a table full of mezze. A lot of mezze, and really a lot of it! different veggies, fried zucchini, tahini, yoghurt, salad, four kinds of meat, fries, potatoes, rice.. And all of good fresh homemade quality for about 25 euros each. Nice chardonnay from Cyprus. And despite of the comment before this one: it is no waste at all, because they kindly ask you if you want to take the rest home with you, gave us two aluminium boxes and a bag. So we'll have enough lunch and dinner for tomorrow. Well done, Zanettos!
5. Pyxida
Overall Ratings
4 based on 808 reviews
Traditional Cyprus food all home-made with Cyprus fresh fish and shellfish, Panikos and Astero welcome all with a friendly smile and respect for all the customers, we organise all kinds of parties with low prices as any kind of food can be served 90 peopl
Reviewed By fiakasgeo
I've only been there twice with work cause they were buying us dinner, wouldn't go again myself. In general the restaurant has an amazing atmosphere, excellent service and everything looks elegant. If you want to impress and don't mind the bill, this is a good place to do it. Food quality both times was average with the exception of a huge fish they brought at the end. I mean fried Molluscs tastes the same where ever you go but they cost way more here. Not sure if there were grilled options since our boss picked the food.
4. Vino Cultura
Overall Ratings
4 based on 246 reviews
Vino Cultura Wine and Tapas bar is here to offer a comfortable, friendly atmosphere for wine and food lovers, to enjoy their wine accompanied with exceptional food in the form of enjoyable delectable small platesâ¦in an affordable price valueVision Stateme
Reviewed By sdp6
Slightly out of the centre of Nicosia, near the old English cemetery, this is a local gem that combines wine bar with tapas. A superb range of wines is available & the nibbles complement the drink well. This is a very popular haunt with limited space, so booking or going early is recommended. The atmosphere is friendly and relaxing and the music great. Break away from the usual touristy routine and enjoy a local experience.
3. Cook Shop
Overall Ratings
4 based on 247 reviews
Meeting place for lunch time whether you work in the city or want to enjoy a quality meal. Also open on Friday nights and Saturday lunch time.
Reviewed By Journey747
Decor is inviting and cozy, service is friendly. When looking at the dishes being served around me, each dish had a unique touch.I opted for the vegetarian risotto. Dish was very colorful and the taste was nice.At 12 euros which is the same price of the lamb and more then the pork chop, i thought it was expensive. Vegetarian dishes are usually less expensive.Thank you for your review. We are glad you enjoyed the risotto with mango, beetroot, asparagus and pleurotus mushrooms.See you again soon.Amalia
2. Piatsa Gourounaki
Overall Ratings
4 based on 2024 reviews
Casual dining Comfort food Local cuisine
Reviewed By Vince G
While out on a tour of Nicosia we were looking for somewhere to have a bite to eat. After looking for a recommended eatery, we chose this lovely restaurant.While it is lovely inside, we chose to sit outside in the good sized eating area.After ordering our drinks we perused the very inviting menu. I had the large chicken souvlaka while other members of my family had chicken souvlaka in pitta bread or other versions of souvlaka.All the food was well cooked and presented and was extremely tasty and filling. The portion sizes are very good without being too much.Coming from London, I found the prices to be very reasonable.All in all, all 5 of us were very pleased, and we range in age from 30-80's.I would have no problem in heartily recommending this restaurant.
1. Habibi Food
Authentic & Freshly Made Syrian Food in the Heart of Nicosia. Our wide selection of original Syrian meals includes salads and dips, Syrian pies, Chicken & Lamb Kebabs, Kebabs in a Clay Pot and Sandwiches.
Reviewed By tinkle_24
Good simple food at reasonable prices. We on,y tried the lahmajoun, S Syrian pizza but a lot more delicious. Freshly made on the spot and baked to a crisp dry biscuity base. Very tasty. Other dishes on offer look most attractive and reasonably priced especially given its location. Very friendly staff.
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