Nick the Fisherman

We arrived an hour before the restaurant officially opened, but decided to wait – and we don’t regret it for a second! The food was absolutely fantastic – fresh seafood prepared with great care, perfectly complemented by excellent wine. The atmosphere was pleasant and relaxed. Great staff, especially the amazing young waitress with short black hair, who was very kind to the children, which we really appreciated. Thank you for a wonderful experience during our holiday!

In a city full of tourist traps and aggressive waiters, I finally found a hidden gem — a psarotaverna serving fresh fish! Greek music playing softly in the background, the scent of the sea, and a perfectly grilled catch of the day — what more could you want from a Greek holiday? This little restaurant is tucked away just outside the center of Kos, between cocktail bars. I had almost given up hope of finding real fish here, but this place proved me wrong. The waiter will recommend the fresh fish available that day, and you’re served delicious spreads for the bread — everything is full of authentic flavor. It’s also one of the few places where you can get genuine boiled greens (horta), which were amazing. The fish was simply delicious, and even the beer was local. Pure joy! 🇬🇷🐟 I’ll definitely be back. The only tiny downside: even after such a lovely feast, we didn’t receive a complimentary dessert or a shot of ouzo, which is something we’ve come to expect in Greece. Still, it’s absolutely worth visiting. And it’s not that expensive!

We had a wonderful evening! The atmosphere was cozy and relaxing, especially with the seaside view. The mezes, mussels, and especially the stuffed calamari were delicious. We also loved the meat-topped fava. The service was friendly and attentive. Highly recommended to anyone visiting Kos! Ευχαριστούμε πολύ!

Good seafood and even better appetizers. First time visited this place. It has a good location and traditional cuisine. Service was good and even we needed to wait and it felt slow in the beginning, once we were seated and made our order they were taking good care of us. My favorites were smoked herring and zucchini staffed flower. Staffed calamari was also delicious but after all food maybe it was too much, should be ordered separately as a main dish. I can’t comment on the main courses, didn’t order it. Also to go with the traditional dishes maybe would be better to have different traditional baked bread. And I would like to highlight the prices (very good) and the bill presentation (coming in a ship).

All the dishes we ordered were fantastic, except for the fried calamari, which was a bit rubbery, and it took 45 minutes just to get a salad on the table. The atmosphere was amazing, right by the sea—easily the best spot I visited during my Kos vacation. Although it was the most expensive restaurant among the ones we tried, it was totally worth it. The only downside was that most of the staff could have been more polite, as their attitude felt a bit off. That said, I’d like to set the owner apart from the rest—he was attentive and cheerful, and really made a difference in our experience.

There is a beautiful atmosphere and view right next to the beaches along the sea. Sea scallops were very nice. Their homemade wine came with a nice cooling sleeve so it deserves plus points. We ate tuna tartare, seafood pasta and zucchini flower fries, they were also average.

When I wasn't satisfied with the seafood at the hotel, I started looking into the famous seafood restaurants in Kos, and based on many reviews, I chose Nick’s Place. It’s a charming tavern with flawless service. The octopus is prepared using the traditional Greek island method of sun-drying, which, if you're not accustomed to, can feel quite chewy and salty. It was made according to tradition, but perhaps they could consider a marinade before serving. The tuna tartare, in my opinion, could use a bit more refinement. Using specific cuts suitable for tartare when filleting the tuna ensures it doesn’t become chewy. The sardines were well-cooked but felt slightly overdone inside, which could possibly be due to the October season. The calamari was also something I expected to be a bit more varied on the grill; it came off a bit plain to me. However, their fish soup was excellent. I highly recommend trying it when you visit.

If you have just one evening in Kos and are looking for a truly memorable dining experience, this is the place you've been searching for. The mussel saganaki and crab salad are definitely the stars of the show. You can indulge in fresh and delicious oysters, and feast on perfectly cooked grilled octopus, fried calamari, and grilled shrimp. The very friendly prices and satisfying service make this a unique and unmissable spot for any seafood lover.