Othonas

A very cozy restaurant. The staff is very friendly. The waiters work very fast. It's nice to see the owner of the restaurant, who comes out to the guests and takes orders himself. The food is fresh and delicious. We tried a lot of dishes and they were all great! We will be happy to come back again!

Very friendly and caring staff. Huge and well decorated room. We had a welcoming vegetable soup with the menu and chose several vegetarian choices as they are clearly indicated on the menu: stuffed wine leaves, aubergine in the oven, fried zucchini balls, mushroom with garlic and feta saganaki with figs & grape syrup. Everything was clean, perfect and delicious. Will come back with no question !

What a great place and staff. Food was delicious we had Lamb all over the place Shenk and shops. Very well prepared and spies /herbs. French Greek salad. Soup and Raki from the house. We will come here again the day after tomorrow. Greetings from Holland. Rene & Anne

We visited this restaurant three times in the 7 days we had in Rethymno, each time was excellent. The restaurant can get quite full so be prepared to queue a little outside whilst a table comes free. The food was amazing and I had plenty of choice for vegetarian food. The portion sizes were good and they gave you a little cup of soup to try before your food which was nice. A complementary dessert each night and Raki made this restaurant even better. I can see why this restaurant is so popular, all the staff were really friendly and welcoming.....try this place I'm sure you won't be disappointed

We had the zucinni, feta cheese & pepper as starters and for main we had the grilled octopus and the chicken gyros, both with perfectly home made chips. The food were amazing and very fresh. Service was excellent. Thank you and will definetely come back again.

Great food in the cosy old town street. Workers take care of you and even of your animals. They brought a bowl of water to the neighbouring customers' dog. Gyros with Pita tastes amazing. Portions are solid, big enough for me, a devourer! Highly recommend!

A hidden gem of Cretan hospitality and flavours! I can't recommend Othonas Taverna enough for anyone seeking an authentic and unforgettable Greek dining experience in Crete! From the moment we arrived, we felt welcomed like family, thanks to Panos, the head waiter, whose warmth and enthusiasm made our visit even more special. His knowledge of the menu and recommendations were spot on, adding a personal touch to our meal. The food here is simply divine. The fish was incredibly fresh, capturing the true essence of the sea with every bite. And the octopus? Easily the best I've ever had! It was perfectly tender, flavorful, and grilled to perfection. Don't leave without trying the loukoumades—they were heavenly! Drizzled in a unique orange-flavored honey, these warm, fluffy delights were a memorable end to an outstanding meal. Even the French fries were a standout, made from fresh potatoes and cooked to a satisfying crisp. Every dish felt thoughtfully prepared, celebrating local ingredients and traditional flavors. Othonas is truly a local gem, where each meal feels like a journey through the authentic tastes of Crete. If you're looking for a place that combines warm hospitality, fresh ingredients, and incredible flavors, this is it. Can't wait to return!

The food is tasty, the service is exceptional. We dined there twice, once with kids and the staff were extra kind. The food is fresh and good, the portions are generous and the price is reasonable.