Top Restaurants in Matala
Where to Eat in Matala: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Discover the best restaurant in Matala, Greece including Sirtaki, Scala, Mystical View, Vafis Tavern, Aristidis, Die Zwei Bruder, Mikes Taverna, Sactouris, Taverna Eleni, Alexis Zorbas
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1. Sirtaki
Overall Ratings
4 based on 396 reviews
Reviewed By TravelMom269 - Orange, California
We stopped in for lunch on a hot day at this mid-beach taverna and were delighted to be warmly welcomed by the busy staff. Food was good-quality, typical Cretan fare (of course we had octopus!), and they also have an extensive cocktail and dessert menu. As noted a few reviews earlier, loved the "disco" restroom - - and they know you'll have a little sand on your feet. Worth noting that this restaurant pairs with a shop in the market street just off the beach that offers good quality souvenirs.
2. Scala
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 889 reviews
Reviewed By Steviee - Reading
We ate in Scala on our only visit to Matala this trip. Following TA advice as usual we were not disappointed. The position is lovely - right at the end of the Matala shops and restaurants right on the sea.
With a large varied menu the food was fresh and well presented and we enjoyed everything we ordered.
Only thing I would suggest is that when the young waiters are dropping the screens by your table that they do not speak Greek and laugh - slightly disconcerting! Rest of the service was impeccable.
3. Mystical View
Overall Ratings
4 based on 139 reviews
Reviewed By ricsuth - Birmingham, United Kingdom
Try this for the genuinely fantastic view, especially at sunset and wonderful hopsitality and service. I went in 1988, the year it opened, and returned this year. It has only got better and you wll receive a warm welcome from Nikos and Stelios the owners. Tell them I sent you! The mad englishman who nearly drove off the cliff!
4. Vafis Tavern
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 99 reviews
Reviewed By Amelia M
Amazing taverna in Sivas. We came with a big group during a trip and they handled all our numbers and food specifications with patience and great service. Great food (especially different seasonal starters, there's something for everyone)! A lovely, friendly place, cannot recommend any more highly!
Efcharisto!
5. Aristidis
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 67 reviews
Reviewed By Veronika Č
In overall greek food is always delicious and having it at this place...well, there are no words :)...At Aristides, the staff is friendly, they remember you when you come back even after a few years...all of their food is just great, starters, fish, lamb...anything. Thank you and we will come back again.
6. Die Zwei Bruder
Overall Ratings
4 based on 150 reviews
Reviewed By Ste M - United Kingdom
Die Zwei Bruder or Two Brothers Taverna is situation in the bustle of gift shops and restaurants heading onto Matala beach. The decor has a pleasant seaside feel with furniture made from weathered shutters. The food was good value at circa €10 per main course. No complaints from my family !
7. Mikes Taverna
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 166 reviews
Geo requested for Pitsidia
Reviewed By Charlotte W
We stayed 10 days in Pitsidia and had dinner at Mikes Taverna 3 times. I liked it very much because I'm a vegetarian and Mike has minimum 4 vegetarian dishes ;) we never had a view at the menu, because you can directly choose your...MoreThank you very much for your nice comments
8. Sactouris
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 137 reviews
Reviewed By Skin197 - Auckland, New Zealand
Came for dinner, the restaurant Seating is located in the village square under huge umbrellas while the food itself is cooked in the kitchen across the road. Two female maitre de charming but someone over the top with their enthusiasm; ordered the mixed grilled vegetables followed by a moussaka to share. Not alot of vegetables and not much meat in the moussaka main. Service slow, pretty ordinary
9. Taverna Eleni
Overall Ratings
4 based on 215 reviews
Reviewed By VirginiaGuildford - Guildford
We loved this place! Faultless food, classic taverna, very fresh, homemade brilliant meatballs, outstanding anchovies (this is truly what fresh tastes like!), lovely bread and Greek salad, good local wine, and just a fab location. Friendly service and outstanding views. There's a downstairs (you're almost in the sand) and an upstairs (great view and breeze). This is one of our favourite restaurants in Crete!!!
10. Alexis Zorbas
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 133 reviews
Reviewed By VirginiaGuildford - Guildford
Came for dinner, right on the beach, lovely service, great food, especially the sardines, good local house wine, everything very tasty. Easy for the beach either for lunch or dinner. Omelette was light as a feather, Greek salad fab, sardines super fresh. Waiters very friendly, attentive and kept giving us little glasses filled with various drinks! We'll be back, thank you!
