Eat & Drink

These are places with many restaurants and bars that attract lots of visitors every night. However, restaurants in Rethymno are also found in many secluded beaches and villages around the region.

Best Rethymno Restaurants

Avli

In a stately Venetian villa with a beautiful garden set in one of the most impressive spots in the Old Town of Rethymno stands Avli Restaurant, a perfect place for a romantic evening out or a classy dining experience with family or friends. Avli Restaurant has an impressive ambiance with tasty nouveau-Cretan-style food.

You can enjoy your meal in the idyllic garden courtyard surrounded by fruit trees, bougainvillea canopies, pots of aromatic herbs and works of art. The dining area is decorated with iron and glass. The old stable in the building has been converted to a sleek wine bar, where you can choose from an interesting collection of over 400 Greek wines as there are experts to take you through wine-tasting. 

The food served at Avli attempts to redefine gourmet Cretan cuisine taking it one step further toward offering the best of Mediterranean fare. Local produce and fresh seafood add to the rich flavor and taste of dishes created by a talented chef. He even cooks dishes, especially for the children. The desserts menu is quite interesting with modern and traditional sweets of all kinds. Avli is included in Concred (Conserving the Cretan diet) as one of the best-recognized restaurants in Crete.

7 Thalasses

7 Thalasses is a seafood restaurant, located right by the sea in Thalassa Boutique Hotel. All dishes are based on Mediterranean and traditional, Cretan cuisines and everything is cooked only with fresh, quality ingredients. The peaceful view is another plus for this elegant place.

Best Rethymno Cafe

Bankery

Bankery is an ideal place to stop for a refreshing drink, a coffee or a brunch. Its beautiful, unique decoration will make you feel relaxed in a glimpse of an eye. Don't miss out the delicious, fresh pastries!

Galero

Galero is a charming and vibrant cafe located in the center of the Old Town of Rethymno, close to Rimondi Fountain. Galero has outdoor tables at the square and an indoor area tastefully decorated with paintings and wooden furniture. In the upper floor, there are the Internet facilities. You can use the computers to connect to the Internet or if you have a laptop, you can use the wireless network.

Galero offers a large choice of drinks and light snacks. You can actually walk into the Galero for a full breakfast and simple snacks, like omelets, sandwiches or hamburgers. They also make handmade pizzas. The desserts menu has ice creams in a variety of flavors, waffles and crepes. The drinks menu offers a wide choice, including wines, beers, long drinks, cocktails and a fine selection of Cretan liqueurs.