Apr 30, 2025

Nonna Athens

Emotional cooking

""Nonna" is a much-needed oasis in the center of Athens. The decoration makes it clear that this is a special place, and the food has grandmotherly love..."

Being at Nonna (Grandma, in Italian) is letting your emotions and your senses be free. It's being in a place where you know you will be comfortable and where you will be taken care of. No doubt: it's like being at home. In my opinion it's one of the most interesting places in the center of Athens and even getting to the restaurant is easy -it's located close to Monastiraki– and it's still kind of hidden, as you can barely find any sign outside; it's a much-needed oasis 20 meters from the chaos on Athinas Street.

The eclectic, well balanced, eye-catching decoration help you know you are not somewhere normal, but rather very special. The details have been taken care of and you can feel it. Most of the time they play classic jazz music in the background. Sometimes I have the impression that a young Diana Ross is going to appear from somewhere and start singing “Lover Man” the way she did in “Lady sings the blues”.

But when you go to any restaurant, the most important thing should be the food. And, believe me, here it is. We all remember how our grandmas cook or used to: a pan on a slow fire, moving and removing the sauces until they get perfectly thick, going for the perfect texture and, certainly, always adding the ingredient that makes the food taste special to us: love. So this is Nonna: love.

020-coffee-cup-1
Coffee & tea
021-spoon-and-fork-1
Restaurants

About this spot

Kakourgodikiou 6

2-people dinner:

40

+30

2130320321

Find your way with 262 Insider Tips from our Local Spotters

Discover hidden gems and all our locals’ favourites! Get full access to our Athens guide.

Nice place right!? There’s so much more to discover:

Discover all other hidden gems in Athens

House with Caryatids

An urban legend

The house is known for the two wonderful Caryatid sculptures located on the balcony of its facade. The house was built in the late 19th century and is a typical example of Athenian neoclassicism.

002-building
Art & culture

by

Antonis

Tsapepas

May 21, 2025

Zaharias Records

A music lovers' paradise

My favorite morning walk in the Monastiraki Flea Market always ends with a visit to Zaharias Records. Here I can browse a huge and ever-changing collection of second-hand vinyl records and CDs and always discover something to buy.

026-thrift-shop-1
Shopping

by

Antonis

Tsapepas

May 21, 2025

Takis Bakery

Athenian bakery at its best

And really, what to choose first? Takis Bakery produces every day thirty different types of bread, sandwiches, biscuits, pies, and sweets, in addition to the always fresh koulouri.

024-burger-1
Snacks

by

Antonis

Tsapepas

May 21, 2025

Agios Ioannis of the Column

A hidden gem

Agios Ioannis of the Column is one of the most interesting hidden attractions in the center of Athens. The church was built in the 6th century AD, and its sanctuary was formed around an ancient Corinthian column.

002-building
Art & culture

by

Antonis

Tsapepas

May 21, 2025

Louka Nika Street

A street art gallery

Street art has developed mainly in large urban centres, and Athens is no exception. The Psirri neighbourhood in the city centre is inextricably linked to the history of street art in Athens.

002-building
Art & culture

by

Antonis

Tsapepas

May 21, 2025

Oliver Nuts and Flavors

Going nuts for taste

Aside from the freshly ground coffee, which is either made on the spot or purchased in bulk to take home, you will find exceptional and always fresh nuts in sufficient variety.

020-coffee-cup-1
Coffee & tea
026-thrift-shop-1
Shopping
024-burger-1
Snacks

by

Antonis

Tsapepas

May 21, 2025

Mets

Athens most charming neighbourhood

Many artists, musicians, actors, and painters have relocated to Mets, giving it a more bohemian feel. There are only a handful of shops, cafes, bars, and restaurants in the area, a fact that creates a more intimate and cosy atmosphere.

002-building
Art & culture
017-plant-1
Relaxing

by

Antonis

Tsapepas

May 21, 2025

Giorgio Hatter

For the hat lovers

Quality and unique materials, special and simple colors, fashion, and personal style are combined in a large collection of men's and women's hats.

026-thrift-shop-1
Shopping

by

Andreas

Papadopoulos

May 19, 2025

Buho Bruncherie

The ideal place for brunch

The unique pancakes at Buho (sweet and savory) are in my opinion, the best I have tried in the city and the menu has enough options to satisfy all tastes.

020-coffee-cup-1
Coffee & tea
021-spoon-and-fork-1
Restaurants
024-burger-1
Snacks

by

Antonis

Tsapepas

May 19, 2025

Talking Breads

Talking about street food

My favourite burger is the Bacon Mushroom Melt, and my favourite sandwich is the Tika, which is slightly spicy and causes a chain of flavour explosions!

021-spoon-and-fork-1
Restaurants
024-burger-1
Snacks

by

Antonis

Tsapepas

May 19, 2025

Zefyros

An open air cinephile experience

Here is where viewers, myself included, got to know the worlds of Bunuel, Welles, Tarkovsky, Ozu, Bergman, and many more emblematic filmmakers.

008-ticket
Cinema

by

Antonis

Tsapepas

May 17, 2025

La Bella Napoli

Italian pizza like no other

At this place, they make pizza the original Neapolitan way. The dough is thin and tasty, and the tomato sauce has a refined taste.

021-spoon-and-fork-1
Restaurants

by

Antonis

Tsapepas

May 17, 2025

Heading to Athens?

262 Insider Tips from our local Spotters

Authentic Stories by Real People

Escape the Crowd & Travel Slow 🐌

... for just €9.99

0 Insider Tips from our local Spotters

262 Insider Tips

✓ Escape the Crowds

✓ Find Spots nearby

✓ Authentic Stories

... for just €9.99

App Download Download our app

City guides by those who know the city in and out!

Our Locals' Favorite Athens

Our team loves Athens

Get to know our other Spotters from Athens

As featured on:

New-York-Times
the-guardian
mashable
the-sunday-times
false
0
false
41
Filters