Cerdo Negro 1985

Restaurant · Thisio ·

Cerdo Negro 1985

Restaurant · Thisio ·

Greek heritage meets Spanish cuisine, wood-fired dishes, buzzy vibe

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Vitonos 5, Athina 118 54, Greece Get directions

€50+

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"This restaurant, which has evolved from a small taverna to a multi-cultural meeting space, is located close to the Kerameikos archaeological site. Run in relaxed manner by two brothers who combine their Greek heritage with a passion for Spanish cooking, this single-floor property with an attractive covered patio is the perfect backdrop for varied and contemporary Mediterranean cuisine in which fire and smoke are key components. Options include the à la carte and a six-course menu entitled Taste of Cerdo Negro. We can highly recommend the home-baked bread and the “Welcome to Cerdo Negro” starter." - Michelin Inspector

https://guide.michelin.com/en/attica/athens/restaurant/cerdo-negro-1985

Cerdo Negro 1985

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Athens boasts three Bib gourmand establishments for a flavoursome trip

"Run by two Greek brothers who fell in love with Spain and its food, this Spanish enclave in Athens delivers bistronomic cuisine laced with Hispanic accents for a flavoursome gourmet experience in a casual vibe. Almost everything is cooked over a wood-burning fire: the homemade bread, garlic-flavoured oysters, seared squid and a puree of broad beans, and iberico pork in a chimichurri sauce. Choose between the à la carte menu or a 6- or 8-course menu, all washed down with a tip-top selection of Greek, Spanish, Chilean and Argentinean wines." - The MICHELIN Guide

https://guide.michelin.com/en/article/travel/athens-boasts-three-bib-gourmand-establishments-for-a-flavoursome-trip

Cerdo Negro 1985

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The MICHELIN Guide Athens 2021 Is Out!

"At this small taverna, brothers Konstantinos and Yiorgos combine their Greek heritage with a passion for Spanish cuisine; great-value, generously portioned dishes—mostly cooked over a wood fire—are packed with flavour, the brothers are wonderful hosts, and with the music turned up loud there’s a buzzy vibe to the place." - The MICHELIN Guide UK Editorial Team

https://guide.michelin.com/en/article/news-and-views/the-michelin-guide-athens-2021-is-out

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Ariadni G.

Google

A very welcoming atmosphere and an overall unique dining experience! The place is cozy and elegant in an old fashionable way, yet playful and quirky fitting the owner's personality. We had 6 dishes plus desert paired with an exquisite rose wine. Starting with the hot welcoming dish of bread, spiced olives and a smooth and delicate tarama sauce topped with crispy chicken skin. Followed by a beetroot salad with a zingy delicious pure and a fresh and perfectly balanced cevice with clementine. The cauliflower dish was a beautiful surprise. Perfectly cooked, with a very tasty and earth flavor of white chocolate sauce and hazelnut. For our two meat dishes, we got the spicy chicken and the iberico pork. The meat was tender and moist and once again the veggie sauce and pure offered the needed freshness. Finally the basque cake, was rich and delicious. I would definitely go again, even just to have a cocktail and a melomakarono at the bar and listened to awesome music!

Marie-Soleil C.

Google

We chose the tasting menu and overall, the food was good, but the experience didn’t quite live up to Michelin Guide expectations. The bread, olive oil, olives and tarama were excellent. Fresh, well executed, very enjoyable. The beet salad was light and flavorful. The cabbage with maple bacon was a nice idea, though a bit too sweet. The cod was the most disappointing dish of the night. Interesting concept, but it didn’t come together. The roasted chicken was good but under-seasoned. The pork had a nice charcoal flavor, slightly overcooked, with overly salty potatoes, though the onion condiment worked well. Dessert was a Basque-style cheesecake served on its own. It felt unfinished and lacked acidity to balance the richness. The spicy margarita was excellent, one of the best I’ve had. I chose a single glass of wine that was suggested as a good match for the entire meal, but it didn’t pair well and was disappointing. It was also unfortunate that no wine pairing was offered with the tasting menu. Service was the main issue. There were long delays before receiving the menu, and nearly an hour passed before the first course (the bread) arrived. Plates were served while one guest was away, water was not refilled, no drinks were offered before dessert, and we had to ask for the bill. Being asked to pay before seeing the itemized check was also uncomfortable. Good food, solid ideas, but inconsistent execution and service. For a Michelin-listed restaurant, the overall experience fell short.

Google

What a beautiful dining experience! Our friend recommended booked for us dinner here, as he always books there when he is visiting Athens and he did not disappoint. A 4 hour dinner filled with delicious flavors, there is not one single plate we ordered that we did not love. From the tuna ceviche to the beef tacos, to every single plate, accompanied by delicious spicy margaritas. And to finish off with that cheesecake, one of the best I’ve ever had. Super friendly brothers, we had the chance to talk to them a bit towards the end of our dinner. Honestly a must try !

M L.

Google

My sister and I thoroughly enjoyed our six course tasting menu with the sourdough bread starter. One of the two brothers who run this restaurant made an excellent recommendation for wine. Started at 20:00 and enjoyed the next four hours savoring each course at a leisurely pace. The vibes were immaculate. Great music, lovely setting. Each course had fantastic textures and flavors. Next time we’re in Athens we’re coming back! Come hungry!!

AMO

Google

Executive chef owner Konstantinos was able to squeeze us in for dinner after a few email exchanges. He personally came out to greet and talk to the diners. Ingredients were fresh and he personally explained where he sourced from. The two brothers are a dynamic duo and explains how the dishes are prepared. Presentation was beautiful and the love dedication and care in the cooking really shown through.

Sevana J. N.

Google

Found this gem on the Michelin guide website before my trip to Athens and I am so glad we were able to try it. First of all, the restaurant has so much charm and is so unique. The people are amazing and the food and entire experience will forever be imprinted in my mind as one of the best culinary experiences I’ve ever had. The dishes were so unique and tastefully put together. I never thought certain flavors would go together but they made my taste buds so happy. Everyone here is so obviously committed to making your experience as pleasant as possible. Everything goes so well together and the whole experience is something that cannot be described with words, you’ll just have to come try yourself to understand. Their menu is constantly changing with the seasons.

Rachel W.

Google

One of the best tasting menus we've ever had across the world - if we could give Cerdo Negro 100 stars out of 5, we would. Big joyful flavours, great atmosphere, and truly memorable food. Don't hesitate to book!

Nadya S.

Google

Amazing flavors, dishes and atmosphere! We were the first guests of the evening and were greeted by the chef. From our table we could look at the kitchen. We ordered the chef's menu; a great variety of dishes. From fish to meat with a lot of seasonal ingredients. The service was so friendly. They all made us feel very welcome. I would recommend and visit again😊