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Peskesi

This restaurant is definitely more on the sophisticated side, with its unique recipes and well-researched aesthetic. But don't expect lousy portions, we are still in Crete after all! Their plates are innovative takes on modern cretese cuisine made with a carefully selected choice of local ingredients. If you go be sure to book in advance and arrive hungry, you don't want to miss a single course here, and make sure to try their homemade bread dipped in a selection of greek olive-oils.

Address

Kapetan Charalampi 6-8, Iraklio 712 02, Greece

What's to like

I was in Heraklion for three days, of the six main meals I could eat while there I ate five at Peskesi. Honestly, if I could magically transport their flavours to mainland Europe I would. I already regularly come home with at least two bottles of their olive oil, Ryanair be damned. I don't even know what I could suggest here, except to go as many times as possible, it's worth it.

Thalassino Ageri

Have you ever wanted to feel like a fisherman? This is the right place! At this highly rated restaurant you will eat delicious, fresh fish with your feet in the sand. However, it is perfect for a fancy romantic dinner as the tableware is sophisticated and the atmosphere at sunset is magical, with specially prepared lights that turn on after dark. They serve all sorts of fresh fish, simply prepared, just choose your catch and whether you want it grilled, sautèed or fried.

Address

Vivilaki str 35 Tabakaria, Chania 731 33, Greece

What's to like

It was one of my favourite dinners of my holiday to Crete with my boyfriend. We ate loads of new fish (including shark!) and we never felt rushed by the staff. This was also the one place I would organise an entire new holiday around. There are no human expressions fit to describe the taste of their fried calamari.

Taverna Leventis

Traditional plates from Crete are served in this remote Taverna in the Chania province. While you can only reach it by car, it is well worth the trouble, the food is as plentiful as the locals and every single dish will vanish off your plate. Do not forget to have some fried snails and some "antichrist" (fun name for a local lamb dish), they are local specialties.

Address

Stalos 731 00, Greece

What's to like

My favourite part, apart from the atmosphere created by huge greek families eating and laughing all around us, was definitely the chance to eat so well in a beautiful place. Finger-licking food, so good the local cats hang around like vultures, and the best possible view of the sunset on the hills. Best to go early, but you can easily stay seated for 3-4 hours for your meal, you won't be kicked out!

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