AigaiolefkosiaOdos Oneiron See p21.gourmet burgers. A good choice for a break ifyou’re shopping in the centre <strong>of</strong> town.Oktana6, Aristidou St. Old Town (22760099) OpenDa<strong>il</strong>y 10am-2am. Main courses €9.90-€12.50.Cre<strong>di</strong>t AmEx, DC, MC, VHoused in an old neoclassical bu<strong>il</strong><strong>di</strong>ng, it servesa large variety <strong>of</strong> drinks and wines, plus lightmeals, salads, home-made burgers and crêpes.In the summer, go straight across the road toOktana Gardens and enjoy the cool garden, choicecockta<strong>il</strong>s and even a narg<strong>il</strong>eh.Pralina31, Stasikratous St. (22660491) Open Da<strong>il</strong>y8.30am-2am (kitchen unt<strong>il</strong> midnight). Maincourses €11.80-€27.50. Cre<strong>di</strong>t AmEx, DC,MC, V.This café restaurant in the main shopping area <strong>of</strong>Lefkosia is especially popular among the showy,fashionista set who feel underdressed if all theirdesigner labels aren’t showing at once. It featuresa wide range <strong>of</strong> well pres<strong>ente</strong>d, varied and tasty<strong>di</strong>shes and it has to be said that there are not manyrestaurants in the capital that can boast the kind<strong>of</strong> buzz that comes from lively late night, caffeinefuelleddebate as Pralina can. It also serves some<strong>of</strong> the best desserts in town.Seven Lounge7, Mykinon St. (22251177) Open Da<strong>il</strong>y 10am-2am. Main courses €9.20-€19.90. Cre<strong>di</strong>tAmEx, DC, MC, V.The moment you see this place you’ll be impressedby its modern décor. Salads, burgers, fabulous pastaand fish <strong>di</strong>shes, especially the Alaska salmon, are just afew <strong>of</strong> the culinary options. Good music and excellentcockta<strong>il</strong>s give it an edge over some other places.ChineseChina Spice26, Pindarou St. (22875875) Open Mon-Fri12 noon-3pm, 7pm-12 midnight, Sun 7pm-12midnight. Main courses €12.20-€16.80. Cre<strong>di</strong>tAmEx, DC, MC, V.Since its opening in 2003, China Spice has hadgreat success. The contemporary, minimaliststyle and modern décor with white linen blinds,dark wood panels and a colorful aquarium createa pleasant <strong>di</strong>ning setting. Good food and service,at reasonable prices.Dragon1, Stasinou Ave., Engomi (22591711,22591722) Open Da<strong>il</strong>y 7pm-11pm. Maincourses €10.90-€16. Cre<strong>di</strong>t AmEx, DC, MC, V.The recently refurbished, welcoming Dragonhas a good range <strong>of</strong> authentic <strong>di</strong>shes cookedby its Chinese chef. Prices are mid-range butthis makes it extremely popular and you shouldtherefore book before you go.Cypriot/GreekAigaio40, Ektoros St. Old Town (22433297)Open Mon-Sat 7.30pm-1am. Main courses€17 for meze. Cre<strong>di</strong>t MC, V.This all-time classic taverna has been servingthe very best Greek and Cypriot <strong>di</strong>shes for 25years now. It may be somewhat pricier than other24 Time Out <strong>Cyprus</strong> | Eating Guide 2013
Seven Loungetavernas in the capital but the atmosphere in theverdant open-air courtyard and the long wine listmore than compensate. Reservations essential.LoukoullosCleopatra Hotel, 8, Florinis St. (22844000)Open Mon-Sat 7pm-12 midnight. Maincourses €8.50-€20. Cre<strong>di</strong>t AmEx, DC, MC, V.In the summer, <strong>di</strong>ne on a succulent local mezeselection or enjoy European cuisine next to thepool. There’s a good wine list and live guitarmusic starting at 9pm Wed, Fri, Sat. Reservationsrecommended.MezostratiEirini Bu<strong>il</strong><strong>di</strong>ng, 31, Evagorou Ave. (22662727)Open Da<strong>il</strong>y 12 noon-11pm. Main courses €6.30-€12.60 (€19 for meze). Cre<strong>di</strong>t AmEx, DC, MC, V.Get ready for some Greek dancing in this cosmopolitantaverna in the heart <strong>of</strong> Lefkosia. Order ameze, choose from the menu featuring full <strong>di</strong>shessuch as kebabs, spicy sausages or pork chopsor select the Dish <strong>of</strong> the Day. Whatever yourchoose you’ll be more than satisfied. Reservationsessential.Souxou Mouxou Mantalakia47, Onasagoras St. Old Town (22666600)Open Mon- Sat 12.30pm-3pm, 8pm-11pm &Sun 12.30pm-4pm. Main courses €12-€25.Cre<strong>di</strong>t AmEx, DC, MC, V.One <strong>of</strong> the best taverna-style restaurants in <strong>Cyprus</strong>,it has an atmosphere that imme<strong>di</strong>ately says ‘Greece’.All you need to do is take a seat and you’ll be serveda stream <strong>of</strong> Greek <strong>di</strong>shes made with loving carewhich are rarely found elsewhere and which youw<strong>il</strong>l remember for a long time after your meal.You may also make your own selection. The fish<strong>di</strong>shes alone are worth visiting the restaurant for.Reservations required since plenty <strong>of</strong> people knowabout the place.(To) Steki tou Kosti1, Heroes Square, Aglandjia (22330059) OpenMon-Sat 8pm-11pm. Main courses €6-€12(€17 for meze). Cre<strong>di</strong>t AmEx, DC, MC, V.One <strong>of</strong> the best meze places in town, this is atra<strong>di</strong>tional little taverna whose walls are decoratedwith posters from the glory days <strong>of</strong> Greek cinema.The irresistible rich meze w<strong>il</strong>l tempt you back againand again and in ad<strong>di</strong>tion to the su<strong>per</strong>b food, theowner goes around the tables playing all-timeGreek classics on his guitar Fri & Sat. It’s notunusual for <strong>di</strong>ners to join in and sing along.Stou Kyriakou5, Paleologou St. Strovolos (22497539)Open Mon-Sat 7.30pm-11pm. Main courses€10-€12 (€17 for meze). Cre<strong>di</strong>t DC, MC, V.An oasis surrounded by trees in an area crowdedwith apartment blocks, this taverna <strong>of</strong>fers goodmeze <strong>di</strong>shes such as pork tandoori souvlaki, beefliver, marinated chicken, scrambled eggs withzucchini, v<strong>il</strong>lage sausages, tenderloin in winesauce, chicories and bourekia (sweet cheesepastries) for dessert.Zanettos65, Trikoupis St. Old Town (22765501) OpenDa<strong>il</strong>y 6pm-12 midnight. Main courses €18 formeze. Cre<strong>di</strong>t AmEx, DC, MC, V.Zanettos is a bit <strong>di</strong>fficult to locate becauseit’s hidden away in the narrow streets <strong>of</strong> theold city. Ask any taxi driver, though, and hew<strong>il</strong>l know where to take you as it’s as much alandmark in Lefkosia as the Eiffel Tower is inParis. Going since 1938, it serves tra<strong>di</strong>tionalGreek-Cypriot meze.Fish(To) Latsi1, Agiou Pavlou St. Agios Andreas (22780937,22772459) Open Tue-Sun 12.30pm-3.30pm &7pm-11pm. Main courses €12- €55 (€20 forfish meze). Cre<strong>di</strong>t AmEx, DC, MC, V.The huge refrigerated <strong>di</strong>splay case has grou<strong>per</strong>,sea bream, sea bass, g<strong>il</strong>t head bream, kingprawns, squid, inkfish, octopus and swordfish,your choice <strong>of</strong> which w<strong>il</strong>l be brought to yourtable, cooked as you have ordered. Great forbusiness lunches.To Periyiali stin Poli7, Kefallinias St., Acropolis/Strovolos(22490007) Open Mon-Sun 12.00-15.00, 19.30-23.30. Main courses From €13.50, depen<strong>di</strong>ngon weight <strong>of</strong> fish. (€22.95 for meze). Cre<strong>di</strong>tAmEx, MC, DC, V.This tra<strong>di</strong>tional fish tavern started up at Latchi,Paphos many years ago before opening a sisterrestaurant in the capital. Nicely decorated, thisTime Out Eating Award winner guarantees freshfish and attentive service.(To) Psarolimano O Ph<strong>il</strong>ippos7, Tseri Ave. (22314020) Open Mon-Sat7.30pm-11pm. Main courses €20 for meze.Cre<strong>di</strong>t AmEx, DC, MC, V.This fam<strong>il</strong>y-run fish tavern has one <strong>of</strong> the besttra<strong>di</strong>tional courtyards in Lefkosia. There is nomenu: what is ava<strong>il</strong>able is always the catch <strong>of</strong> theday so some nights the choice can be quite limited.The seating area alone is worth the visit.lefkosiaEating Guide 2013 | Time Out <strong>Cyprus</strong> 25
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