Location: Vamos
Top Restaurants in Vamos
Top 10 restaurants in Vamos, Greece
Vamos is a small town and former municipality in the Chania regional unit, Crete, Greece. Since the 2011 local government reform "Kallikratis" it is part of the municipality of Apokoronas, serving as its historical capital. It is situated on a small hill at an altitude of 190 metres (623 feet) above sea level, about 25 kilometres (16 miles) from Chania. In Vamos, one can find several restaurants, snack bars and shops in the village, as well as many public services, such as a fully equipped health center, schools, police station and the regional court for the regions of Apokoronas and Sfakia.
Things to do in Vamos
1. The Sterna of Bloumosifis
Overall Ratings
4 based on 264 reviews
Reviewed By P E - Greater London, United Kingdom
The Sterna is a nice restaurant on the village main street serving traditional Cretan food in a large and lively outdoor area with a convivial and laid back atmosphere.
Service is friendly and professional, they have live music (pretty awful when we visited) and prices are reasonable.
They serve good quality hearty food that is fine but not really special.
2. Koumos
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 162 reviews
An original museum from stone that started being built in 1990 using bulk stones from th Lefka Ori. A harmonius union of nature and traditions of Crete,of yesterday and today. Share important moments of your life(Weddings,Christenings,Engagements,Birthdays) with your friends and loved ones and only tradiotional and contemporary dishes.
Reviewed By ncaz - Middlesbrough, United Kingdom
Love this place and have visited it several times during the day over the past few years and always enjoyed looking at what can only be described as the art of the place. Eaten there numerous times and always had excellent authentic Greek food. This time we visited on an evening and it did not fail. As always, excellent food and the atmosphere there on a night is marvellous
3. Taverna Marouvas
Overall Ratings
4 based on 81 reviews
Reviewed By lgd23 - cheshire
There have been some mixed reviews regarding the service but the two young ladies on duty were excellent. We received a thorough run through of the specials that day and they were very attentive throughout the evening.
As mentioned by some reviewers the portions are large. The Greek salad was huge with a large block of Feta to crumble in.
The sardines and fried squid were excellent. The squid were served whole which was unusual but very enjoyable.
It was noted that a table nearby took some of their food home in a tin box due to the size of the portions.
This was one of the restaurants that served 2 types of complimentary Raki after the meal.
A thoroughly enjoyable evening.
4. Psaros
Overall Ratings
4 based on 247 reviews
Reviewed By lgd23 - cheshire
Called in late afternoon when it was very quiet but most of the seaside tables were booked for later arrivals.
Service was very good. We shared the cod in tempura batter,sardines and a half Greek salad. Absolutely delicious. Finished with a complimentary melon and grapes.
Very enjoyable late afternoon by the sea.
5. Drosostalia Tavern
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 223 reviews
Reviewed By Sophia C
A place someone should visit when in Chania, with excellent taste of food, great portions, very good prices, friendly environment, quick service, surrounded by big old trees which create enormous shade.
The owner, Giannis, is an awesome guy who makes you feel like home.
If you are in Chania, don't miss it!
6. Lagos Taverna
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 318 reviews
Reviewed By snellbydate - Essex
You will need to book on a Saturday or Sunday.The food is all made by the owner's mother and is really delicious.Try the cheese pies or stuffed pepper.The beef stifado and rabbit stifado are fantastic.Free raki and dessert and all at a very reasonable price.You will sit under the shady vines and flowers for the setting.
7. Gavalianos Kafenes
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 189 reviews
Reviewed By B M - Nottingham, United Kingdom
This taverna, just behind the war memorial, seems to be the centre of the community in the village of Gavalochori, a village of about 600 permanent residents, just 3km inland from the coastal resort of Almyrida.
Varied menu, good food, good house wine, good service and a very pleasant outdoor garden dining area with plenty of shade. Recommended! (& a much better standard than what's on offer in many restaurants in the coastal resorts!).
8. Mythos Taverna
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 232 reviews
Reviewed By PuddyCat99 - Holmfirth
We were looking forward to eating here, as the restaurant was highly rated on trip advisor. What a disappointment. The courgette fritters to start were fine. The beef stifado was poor; served on a pile of under-cooked chips ( I would have preferred Greek oven roasted potatoes but wasn't given a choice), the sauce, which should have been rich and tomato flavoured was thin , watery and lacked in flavour. Overall , a very unappetising plate of food. Not sure how it earned its high rating.
9. Il Forno
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 468 reviews
A wonderful Taverna at the beachside in Kalives Crete. Although known for their great pizzas, the owners, Giorgos and Stella, provide some of the best food available along with a friendly Devil may care attitude to whatever anyone might want to get up to. Lots of fun all year round. Come join us!
Reviewed By Dominika M - Waterford, Ireland
We enjoyed the food in this place, especially the II Forno salad which is absolutely huge, so if you're having it as a starter, make sure you know it's big enough for two people. The menu has pictures of the meals which was quite funny as it came handy for my husband who was generally put out by the fact that Cretan menus have such small description (eg. rabbit in the oven, lamb in red wine- and that's it!), so it was helpful for him :)
10. Harokopos Tavern
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 182 reviews
If you are looking for a true insight into Cretan food, then you should really must visit our traditional "HAROKOPOS" taverna located on the main square of Plaka village. just two kilometers from Almyrida.We are open all year round. Our family taverna provides a true experience of local cuisine with all our family involvement.The igredients we use in cooking our specialties are from the region. Some of our specialties are made with fresh vegetables from our garden and meat from our small farm.Our chef, Mrs Argyro, cooks every day a new delicious plate.
Reviewed By LeonaR778 - Tewkesbury, United Kingdom
Had a lovely meal here. The Hostess was just amazing and works really hard to give the customers individual attention. It gets very busy, so get there early!
