The local take
Each place comes with a short note on what makes it worth the trip, so you can pick the meal that fits your day.
Bakeries/Cafes72H Artisanal Bakery & Eatery
Stylish and boasting an upmarket sort of feel, 72H Artisanal Bakery & Eatery is a sourdough specialist.
Athens, PlakaRecommended by Demetrios I.
Bakeries/CafesAfetiria
Foodies, if peynirli is at the top of your list of must-try foods whilst you’re in Athens, do yourself a serious favor and grab yours from Afetiria.
AthensRecommended by Demetrios I.
Bakeries/CafesAristokratikon
Chocoholics: Aristokratikon has been specializing in handcrafted chocolates since 1928, from cacao truffles to rich milk chocolate medallions.
Athens, SyntagmaRecommended by Jenny M.
Bakeries/CafesCocona
Whether you’re in the mood for something sweet or savory, Cocona has got you covered.
Athens, KolonakiRecommended by Jenny M.
Bakeries/CafesErgon Bakehouse
ERGON Bakehouse is a culinary-led hospitality concept in the heart of Athens that blends an artisanal bakery, eatery, rooftop restaurant, and boutique hotel.
Athens, SyntagmaRecommended by Jenny M.
Bakeries/CafesHarry’s Kitchen
Pies, pies, pies…It’s all about traditional, homemade Greek pies at Harry’s Kitchen, with both savory and sweet options.
Athens, SyntagmaRecommended by Jenny M.
Bakeries/CafesI Prigipos
For anyone unfamiliar with traditional Eastern Mediterranean desserts from Greece and Turkey, I Prigipos will help you out.
AthensRecommended by Demetrios I.
Bakeries/CafesKORA
Sample Viennoiserie-type pastries (the term for pastries like croissants and au pain chocolate, originating from Austrian bakers in Paris) at Kora.
Athens, DexameniRecommended by Demetrios I.
Bakeries/CafesKoulouri tou Psyrri
If there’s one bakery to sample authentic Greek koulouri (a sesame-crusted bread ring, with a crisp exterior and chewy bread interior), it’s at Koulouri tou Psyrri.
Athens, PsyriRecommended by Jenny M.
Bakeries/CafesLittle Kook
Eclectic and whimsical as ever, fairytales of all kinds come to life at Little Kook.
Athens, PsyriRecommended by Demetrios I.
Bakeries/CafesLukumades
Loukoumades are those Greek donuts drizzled in honey and topped with chopped walnuts and a dusting of cinnamon, and date as far back as 776 BCE.
Athens, MonastirakiRecommended by Demetrios I.
Bakeries/CafesMonokeros Bakery
Greeks certainly know a thing or two about making delectably flaky pastry.
Athens, PangratiRecommended by Demetrios I.
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