4 Cool Places To Eat in Athens, Greece

Athens is a city that plays a major role in world history and has plenty of charm to suit visitors beyond its history today. From the Plaka area to the popular Monastiraki neighborhood, this city has much to offer during a trip to Greece. But what about Athens' food scene? It's quite good! Here are four cool places to eat in Athens to check out if you're visiting soon:

1. Attic Rooftop Bar

For a great view of the Acropolis, you can't beat the trendy Attic Rooftop Bar. The rooftop has a cool atmosphere with good music and is a nice place to have a drink or dinner with friends. There are quite a few rooftop bars in Athens, but this one is my favorite due to its amazing views, delicious food and drinks, good music and overall vibe, and friendly staff.

2. Snob

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Snob is a fun restaurant (that serves brunch, too!) with maximal style decor.

This place is located right off of the hip neighborhood of Monastiraki and serves coffee, brunch, and dinner. In addition to the great atmosphere, Snob has some delicious food. I only got brunch here with my friend TJ during one of my Athens visits, and will definitely return during my next trip to Greece.

3. Little Kook

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Little Kook is known for going all-out on seasonal decor, and offers delicious treats such as desserts, light bites, and cake. The staff will be dressed up in costumes too! This popular cafe is a fun place to have a quick bite and take photos at. When I was there in the summer, the decor was decked out in an Alice in Wonderland theme, and during September/October, it had completely transformed for Halloween. It's fun!

4. Ellyz

Ellyz is one of the most "Instagram-worthy" cafes in Athens. The decor is super girly pink and floral, and even some of the food is pink too! Ellyz has a great atmosphere and is a great place to chill in the middle of sightseeing around Athens. I enjoyed having a casual Aperol spritz cocktail with an avocado vegetable bowl. It's refreshing to have healthy options on the menu in addition to the sugary treats. And don't worry, not everyone is there just to take photos for social media, many want to enjoy the food and drinks with the fun, super girly decor!

Athens has plenty to offer on the food scene, and this post only scratches the surface.

Check out these places but don't be afraid to try more! Traditional Greek food is delicious (one of my favorite cuisines, personally), and Athens has no shortage of fresh, amazing Greek food.

WHERE TO STAY IN ATHENS

Athens is a massive, sprawling city. Most visitors stay near the Acropolis in or near the neighborhoods of Plaka, Monastiraki, and Psiri. Plaka is the most popular and the streets/pathways are super clean, though it can get very crowded with foreigners in the summer who are staying there or walking around near the Acropolis. I stayed close to Monastiraki and really liked that area. There was plenty to do, amazing food, and only a short walk or metro ride away from other parts of the city I wanted to visit.

Budget

Selina - I stayed at Selina during multiple visits to Athens! This is one of my favorite Selina properties around the world, partially because of the rooftop bar, friendly staff, and free yoga classes. I always opted for a private room and bathroom (the suite is amazing and super spacious for European standards), but they have dorm rooms as well if you are on more of a budget.

The free WiFi meets the Selina standard of being high-speed and consistent, and they have an attached coworking space you can access as an optional add-on. If you eat at the rooftop bar or cafe downstairs, you can work in those areas easily as well! I made new friends during each of my visits here, plus enjoyed attending the events with DJs on the rooftop and how close it was to walk to Monastiraki Square.

Pella Inn Hostel- This hostel has a good rating (it meets my “must be 8/10 or above” standard) with reviews stating super friendly staff. The rooms and bathrooms look clean, and it’s in a great area! An affordable option if you’re looking to go the hostel route on your trip.

Mid-Range

The Stanley - I stayed at The Stanley on one of my recent trips to Athens, and it was lovely! The staff was super friendly and knowledgeable about Athens, and the rooftop pool had a nice view of the Acropolis. The rooftop pool is also attached to a restaurant with indoor/outdoor seating, which is nice to have if you’d like n Acropolis view but are visiting in the cooler months. There is also a gym!

The location is right next to the Metax metro stop to get around the city with ease, plus there is a bakery, a bunch of shops, and restaurants basically all next-door.

Colors Hotel Athens - This hotel is right by Omonia Square, a popular place to shop and also one of the main metro stations! I found myself walking through the Omonia area in Athens quite frequently during my visits, either for shopping or going out to eat, or taking the metro. The decor is colorful, modern, and trendy (perfect for the ‘gram), and it’s also pet-friendly!

Voulis Attico Rooms & Apartments - The modern, yet cozy and minimalistic decor from these photos makes me want to move in! With a 9.5/10 rating from over 450+ reviews at the time of writing, there’s no doubt that this hotel is a great and affordable option for your stay in Athens.

Luxury

Belle Epoque Suites - This hotel looks grand and gorgeous! It’s only a few minutes’ walk from Monastiraki Square, one of the main squares in Athens. It’s pet-friendly, has a restaurant on-site, and has an option to take an airport shuttle - conveniences to make your stay that much easier!

Hotel Lozenge - This luxury hotel is right in Kolonaki near many designer shops, but also close to the historic area. Best of both worlds! The front desk staff is available 24 hours per day, which is especially helpful for late-night check-ins or early-morning check-outs! They also offer bike rentals which can be a fun way to explore the city or take a ride through the nearby National Gardens.

Electra Metropolis - With a panoramic rooftop bar featuring views of the Acropolis, plus another restaurant and a cafe lounge, this hotel has it all! The decor looks beautiful and this would be a wonderful place to start a luxury trip in Greece!

Not fully sure what you are looking for? Click here to find other hotels in Athens. I recommend filtering by 8+ rating and also looking via the map to find the best properties in the best location!