Varoulko Seaside Restaurant

Athens: The Best Seafood Restaurants for Feasting on Fish

"Helmed by Lefteris Lazarou—often called the admiral of Greek cuisine and the first chef in Greece to earn a MICHELIN Star—this Mikrolimano institution spreads its dining rooms and panoramic terraces over three harbour-facing levels for a spectacular view. The kitchen serves only seafood, showcasing mussels from Chalkidiki, prawns from Platamónas and ‘gamberi’ from Ermioni, while all fish are certified 100% Greek thanks to the chef’s long-standing relationships with suppliers who call him first. Lazarou isn’t afraid of species others overlook, transforming them into signatures like divine squid spaghetti with ouzo pesto and wonderfully delicate cuttlefish in squid ink; a cellar of some 280 wines deepens the experience. Beloved by gourmets and politicians alike, it all adds up to an unforgettable meal." - The MICHELIN Guide