Restaurants with
Acropolis Views
Greece Travel Secrets chooses its top ten Athens restaurants with Acropolis views, perfect for dining by day or by night, including places with Michelin stars.
Restaurants with
Acropolis Views
Tudor Hall
One of the best meals we’ve ever had in Athens was at the Tudor Hall Restaurant, on the 7th floor of the King George Hotel on Syntagma Square and with fantastic Acropolis views. Fantastic food, too, from chef Asterios Koustoudis, who creates a menu of contemporary Greek cuisine, featuring seasonal ingredients with a modern twist.
GB Roof Garden Restaurant
Right next door to the Tudor Hall, and one floor higher, is the Grande Bretagne’s newly-refurbished GB Roof Garden Restaurant. Asterios Koustoudis is also the man in charge of this kitchen, and his menu includes Mediterranean dishes like zucchini risotto with basil and tsalafouti cheese from the Pindus Mountains.
Hytra Restaurant & Bar
This Michelin-starred restaurant boasts one of the most extraordinary fine dining experiences in Athens. The luxurious rooftop restaurant occupies the top floor of the Onassis Stegi cultural center, enjoying a magnificent view of the Acropolis. Their menu offers degustation menus and a la carte options that redefine Greek gastronomy
The Zillers Roof Garden
Located at the foot of the Acropolis, this charming boutique hotel has a restaurant with a lovely terrace hidden away on the rooftop. The lush roof garden offers an unbeatable view of the Acropolis, especially magical at night when the Parthenon is lit up. Chef Pavlos Kiriakis, who has experience working for Pierre Gagnaire, offers a menu that has been rewarded with a Michelin star.
Our Pick of the Athens Guides
Strofi Athenian Restaurant
This restaurant offers classic Greek fare in a simple, airy space with a roof terrace for amazing Acropolis views. Their menu features traditional dishes using fresh, local ingredients. This place is definitely on our hit list for any future visit to Athens.
Thissio View
Thissio View is a popular restaurant with a casual atmosphere and a large terrace offering panoramic views of the Acropolis. They offer a wide variety of Greek and Mediterranean dishes, making it a great option for any time of day, or at night.
Dionysos Zonar's
Known for its elegant atmosphere and panoramic views of the Acropolis and the Parthenon, this restaurant offers a fine dining experience with a range of Mediterranean and Greek dishes. The fish is always fresh from the sea and they specialise in serving Black Angus beef in a variety of cuts.
360 Degrees
This rooftop bar and restaurant just off Monastiraki Square offers a breath-taking 360-degree panoramic view of Athens, including the Acropolis. It has an amazing cocktail list, many of the drinks named after Greek towns and islands, but they do classics too. Try their spicy margarita which is made with both tequila and mezcal. You can snack in the bar, or go full out in the restaurant.
A for Athens
Located on top of the A for Athens hotel near Monastiraki Square, this rooftop bar and restaurant provides a spectacular view of the Acropolis along with a contemporary Mediterranean menu. Their Greek salad uses three different types of tomato and cheese from Chios rather than the ubiquitous feta.
Greek House Attikos
Offering traditional Greek dishes, this place provides a cosy atmosphere with a terrace that offers a good view of the Acropolis. They offer traditional dishes like sofrito and moussaka, along with fish, beef, and vegetarian options – and save room for dessert!
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