Top Restaurants in Rethymnon
Where to eat Grill food in Rethymnon: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Discover Restaurants offering the best Grill food in Rethymnon, Crete, Greece. Rethymnon is one of the most well-preserved Venetian old towns on the island of Crete. Its 16th-century buildings are stunning examples of ancient architecture, and the monolithic Fortezza reflects both European and Moorish influences. Explore the magical waterfalls, rock formations, and ‘"cave church" of Saint Anthony Gorge before taking a pleasant evening stroll along the colorful Venetian Harbor. Relax in a taverna over a plate of Cretan meze, like fresh feta drizzled with local olive oil.
Things to do in Rethymnon
8. Thalassographia
Overall Ratings
4 based on 461 reviews
Reviewed By Bernhard L
Had dinner with our friend there, overlooking the port and Cretan Sea - which already ensures a great setting. We ordered their organic white wine (excellent) and a mix of everything recommended for that day - risotto, Mediterranean salad, sardines, and mussles. The portions were large and really delicious. We have rarely been disappointed on Crete, but this was more than an unexpected pleasant surprise because the dishes were much better than anticipated and surpassed our expectations and hopes by far. The services is very welcoming, fast, and not pushy at all. Highly recommended place, in every aspect: people, cuisine, and setting.
7. Raki Ba Raki 1600
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1092 reviews
A modern reinterpretation of the classic Cretan Rakadiko - a place to eat small plates and drink raki. Top quality mezedes plates, come thick and fast; it's food to be shared. Choose imaginative Cretan tapas, such as local organic pork sausage, hand-picke
Reviewed By tomski2001
Some slightly more traditional items on the menu than many restaurants in the area. We began with artichokes and tarama which were delicious and then moved onto a lamb cooked in yoghurt, flavoured in herbs and grilled octopus with fava beans. Some locally unfiltered beer accompanied my dish. Complementary dessert and raki were served and I needed to walk it off around the fortezza. Excellent meal and service.
6. Pagliaccio
Overall Ratings
4 based on 688 reviews
Ristorante Pagliaccioâ¦since 1989 Itâ s prime position on Rethymno beach makes Pagliaccio the perfect setting for a wonderful dining experience. Taste our delicious and homemade Italian and Mediterranean cuisine. Our friendly staff will serve you freshly p
Reviewed By lizzielaw10
We have been visiting Crete and Rethymnon for 20 years and decided to try a new restaurant this week. We were very disappointed indeed. The spaghetti with clams and mussels was full of mainly empty shells. When we complained to the waiter he told us, "aha, I know what has happened. When we steam and drained the mussels,they went down the sink!" I have never heard anything like this in my life. They offered to bring more mussels, but the spaghetti was going cold and the sauce was like soup,so we declined. Rather than coming to deal with the situation,the manager sat down to talk and laugh with the customers behind first,which made us even more displeased. We didn't eat the food and advised the manager that we would not be paying. To be fair,the manager agreed to delete it from the bill, but he was not at all apologetic. He asked where we were from, then made a sarcastic remark about us being English and wishedus luck finding a better restaurant. We found the quality of food and attitude of the staff and management to be awful. Luckily, over many years we have found lots of fantastic restaurants in Rethymnon and all over Crete, so we will not be visiting this place again,or recommending it to others. No Cretan hospitality here sadly!
5. Castelvecchio
Overall Ratings
4 based on 900 reviews
Reviewed By Anna M
We ordered main dishes: fish and lamb and of course the wine.At the beginning we received starters. Starters were interesting /bread with olive, cheese, olives and and paprikaâs cream/ and of course we would like to taste them, but during our tasting the waiter disturbed us, took off our plates and did not let us to finish. He did the same with other guests. I have to write that it was very unprofessional it was was not acceptable!We had got our main dishes before we finished our starters. Just after we finished main dishes we had got some sweets as a present, before we finished our wine. We wanted to drink coffee but no one asked us about that.The food was excellent, but we did not have time for our dinner, we did not have time to smell, to taste and to talk, as in the factory... or in a fast food restaurant.
Where to eat Seafood food in Rethymnon: The Best Restaurants and Bars
4. To Parastratima
Overall Ratings
4 based on 854 reviews
Parastratima is a small traditional restaurant that love the local and fresh products. Everything we make is homemade. Come to our restaurant only if you love it from the first sight.. The meaning of "Parastratima":origin of word: the insight parallel roa
Reviewed By Przemyslaw B
Food was very good, We have got free starters and drinks (%). Meal was fantastic, appropriate portions and very good taste. Price ok, standard for this place. Restaurant is located in city center, and what is important during hot days - you can sit down in the shade. Very tasty local cusine. I will be back for sure! Thank you!
3. Vatania Taverna Meze Bar
Overall Ratings
5 based on 108 reviews
Pizzeria, grill house, vegeterian, sea food, cocktails, ice creams
Reviewed By Rubycat1
Nice pleasant location, opposite beach, with bar service for sunbathers. Good selection of snacks, Gyros particularly good with home made potatoe skin chips. We have ate twice over the holiday and not been disappointed. Family run business with helpful and friendly staff.
2. Pagona's Place
Overall Ratings
5 based on 942 reviews
Our small traditional taverna, will offer you something a little bit different.. You will be able to samble some of our traditional cousine cooked fresly from me Pagona and my mother ''Vaso''.. These small dishes we offer are called ''meze'' dishes and yo
Reviewed By jstan54
Visited here for dinner. The restaurant is lovely with a slightly eccentric but very friendly owner who prepares the most amazing Cretan food. I ordered meatballs followed by mousaka and a complimentary chocolate and cream dessert with Raki. My wife chose aubergine pattyâs with stuffed pepper and tomato as main with the same dessert. We had half litre of rose and a large beer and bill came to â¬33 !!! The food and service were amazing and the place is a must visit if your staying anywhere near Plantains, Réthimnon.
Crete, Greece Food Guide: 10 Greek food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Rethymnon
1. Hercules
Overall Ratings
5 based on 392 reviews
Hercules is a new restaurant in front of the beautiful beach front of Rethymnon. Delicious traditional dishes from Greek and Italian cuisine. Many vegetarian and vegan options.
Reviewed By rassu66
Estonian family in Crete.We have had a dinner twice in this place and it has been an amazing experience. Workers here are very helpful and handsome. Theyâre always trying to make the best food possible. It has great prices for foods and portions are big. Highly recommend!
