Bars and Restaurants

Paxos is blessed with a wide range and varied selection of bars, cafes, restaurants and tavernas all offering great food and service; most are found around the waterfront areas of the three main villages of Gaios, Lakka and Loggos but you can find others scattered around the island and on the edge of beaches.  

Below you'll find a list of my favourites &/or some of the the most popular or better know bars, cafe's, restaurants and taverna's on Paxos.

Erimitis Restaurant.  A family owned and run restaurant located on the west coast of the island Erimitis is best know for its superb sunsets.  Hanging on top of dramatic white sheer cliffs the views of the cliffs, ocean and sunset are spectacular.  Renowned as the most romantic spot on Paxos people flock here for sunset drinks at the cocktail bar and sunset evening meals.  Swish and sophisticated it is the only place to be when the sun starts to set!  The Erimitis menu is typically a blend of simple, tasty ingredients with a unique twist but still in keeping with the traditions of Paxiot cuisine.  Pricey but worth it for sunset dining.

The Garage at Erimitis Restaurant.  Newly opened in summer 2022, this new addition to Erimitis is superb for sunset drinks.  Alongside Erimitis Restaurant "The Garage" also hangs on top of dramatic white sheer cliffs and offers views of the cliffs, ocean and sunset.  A great place to be when the sun starts to set!  Pricey but worth it for sunset drinking.

Mambo - Gaios.  A popular and well located restaurant on the edge of the waterfront.  With a selection of tables and chairs located outside on the quayside you dine in a simple yet thoroughly enjoyable location.  Offering a selection of Mediterranean and Greek dishes there is something for everyone.  Firm favourites include grilled squid stuffed with parsley & garlic, octopus in vinegar, artichoke in lemon and seafood spaghetti.  Pricey but worth it.

Mediterraneo - Gaios.  Located at the north end of the harbour, overlooking the island of St.  Nicholas, Medierraneo is a nice and quiet place, traditionally decorated and surrounded by pergolas and palm trees.  At Mediterraneo you can taste anything that comes fresh from the sea and is cooked using clean Greek ingredients.  Firm favourites include fish a la Livorenze, fresh handmade ravioli stuffed with fish, scorpio bourdeto and their variety of salads such as crab salad, seafood salad and fresh boiled green served with local olive oil.  Pricey but worth it.

Carnayo - Gaios.  Situated a mere 200 metres from the Gaios harbour front it is well worth tearing yourself away from the waters edge to experience Carnayo's exceptional cuisine and fabulous garden dining offers a secluded and peaceful environment to enjoy your meal.  Spyros Tranakas - Carnayo's chef / owner - Paxiot born and German trained personally oversees each and every one of the restaurants traditional or modern meals in order to satisfy even the most demanding gastronomic desires! You can accompany your meal with a bottle of wine selected from the " Carnayo's" own cava.  Pricey but worth it.

Vassilis Taverna - Loggos.  A family owned and run restaurant renowned to be one of the best restaurants on Paxos.  One of the oldest and most loved restaurants Vassilis serves traditional dishes made with fresh products from the sea and mother earth.  For wine lovers Vassilis delights in a huge selection of Greek and international wines.  Located on the waters edge you dine in a simple yet elegant environment.  Pricey but worth it.

Nassos - Loggos.  A fish lovers paradise for over 40 years Nassos offers fabulous seafood overlooking the beautiful harbour of Loggos.  Every day fishing boats bring their valuable catch and guests of the restaurant enjoy these gifts of the sea.  Firm favourites scion squid, fresh mussels, spaghetti with lobster, scorpion bourdeto, koukari bianco, fava and delicious fried feta with honey and sesame seeds.  Pricey but worth it.

Akis - Lakka.  An extremely popular restaurant so closed located at the edge of the harbor that you simply cannot get any closer to the sea without being in it!  Akis fish bar & restaurant is bright and airy with incredible views of the coastline of Lakka.  Akis fish bar & restaurant offers a quality range of choices containing mainly seafood but also with a mediterranian menu based on subtle flavors. Firm favourites include guatseto di Mare, Tuna Tataki, risotto with monkfish and saffron, fresh ravioli with shrimp and mushrooms and awesome octopus cooked with balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, red wine and honey.  Pricey but worth it.

Bouloukos Taverna - Levrechio Beach.  There are fewer beachside tavernas than you might expect but Taverna Bouloukos is one - located on Levrechio beach a mere a five-minute walk from Longos –  and it is sensational at that.  Located on the edge of Levrechio Beach and among olive treats it is impossibly romantic.  Bouloukos maintains the Greek tradition through authentic flavors and delicious recipes prepared from the freshest ingredients. Their menu includes fresh fish and seafood as well as stews, risotti, pasta and grilled meat. Firm favourites include fried cheese with beer, fried zucchini, greens with garlic sauce and puree of mashed beetroot, carrot and potato.   Pricey but worth it.

Ben's Bar - Monodendri Beach.  Located between Loggos and Lakka on the edge of Monodendri Beach you'll find this "Island institution" ... known to be one of the grooviest spots on the island; almost Caribbean in atmosphere.  The décor is rustic-chic, with boardwalks, decking and colourful gardens tumbling onto decks of sunbeds and hammocks.  The restaurant - open only for lunch - is located on the terrace above the bar, sun decks and beach.  This is where Ben's adorable mum Effie presides and serves up serving up a never ending supply of delectable "in season" meals.  Ben's Bar is one of those idyllic places you always hope to find on holiday but usually don’t.  Pricely but worth it.

Carnayo Gold RestoBar Lounge Cafe - Mogonissi Beach.   Located at the southern tip of Paxos island Carnayo Gold Lounge is tucked away in the Mogonissi Bay hanging over the edge of the water.  From Carnayo's vibey lounge bar you'll watch the yachts sway and the world pass you by.  Carnayo serves up a delicious Mediteranian / Italian menu against a backdrop of funky vibes.  Cool cocktails, food, service and vibes.  It's stated by many that it is here you find the very best pizzas on the island.  Carnayo Gold Lounge Cafe is another one of those idyllic places you always hope to find on holiday but usually don’t.  Reasonably priced.

Roxi Bar - Loggos.  Located on the waters edge in Loggos Roxi Bar is as popular with the locals as it is the the islands visitors - always a good sign!  Whether you're looking for a great cup of coffee [accompanied by an incredible pastry from the bakery located next door] or freshly squeezed juice at the start of the day, a cold beer / wine in the heat of the day or a cocktail as you watch night set up whilst gazing of the beautiful Loggos bay you won't go wrong at Roxi Bar.  Lovely ambiance and friendly service.  Reasonably priced.

Cafe Kalimera - Gaios.  Another Paxos "island institution" Cafe Kalimera is located 100m from the Gaios harbour front and just up from the main square.  Open from mid morning 10am to early morning 2am there is always time to go to Cafe Kalimera!  This "always busy" bar is known as the best all day bar on the island and provides great coffee, superb cocktails and a vast selection of beers, spirits and wines.  The service is always excellent and and their friendly staff always ready to serve you.  As the sun set the music is turned up and this become a lively and pumping bar the frequently spills out onto the beautiful cobbled Gaios passage.  Reasonably priced.