In the ’90s, Athenians could only dream of the variety and quality of street food that exists in their city today; ‘street food’ at that time meant only souvlaki and koulouri. Over the last 15 years however, with a broad and colourful influx of cultures to the capital and with a rise in innovative entrepreneurship amongst Greeks, the capital has seen a welcome explosion of top quality places serving freshly made, tasty, imaginative and authentic street food.
With influences from as far and wide as Vietnam and Asia Minor, Italy, North and South America and the Middle East, Athens is now spoilt for choice. The foods served at the places we present here, in the most thorough and varied guide you’ll currently find online, are mostly made by expert cooks who have firsthand experience of the recipes and ingredients they are serving with love and care, and it shows. Here we showcase our tried and tasted selection of places that serve flavour-packed dishes that can be enjoyed on the hoof. We have not centred on souvlaki, pizza or burgers, as there are many wonderful places specialising in only those foods that deserve their own presentation. Most places described here are located in the town centre, offering the perfect food stop while you are exploring the Athens’ most exciting spots and landmarks.
Feyrouz
Located at Karori 23 & Agathonos 1, near Plaka and opened in 2014 by a five-member family, this place artfully merges Balkan and Levantine cuisine. With its innovative menu, it blends Eastern and Western culinary styles, featuring lahmacun, peinirli, wraps, soups, beef pies, and several vegetarian options. The atmosphere is relaxed, and the fresh, artisanal dishes that elevate traditional street food to new heights, will have you going back for more.
Guarantee
Guarantee, a renowned sandwich shop in Athens, has been crafting sandwiches since 1988. Located at Veikou 41 in Koukaki, this venue prides itself on constant improvement and high-quality offerings. Known for its diverse selection of breads and eclectic ingredients, Guarantee allows customers to create their ideal sandwich, or helps them along the way. Over the years, their menu has expanded to include salads and juices made from fresh ingredients, maintaining their commitment to unbeatable quality at affordable prices.
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Poke Hawaiian Sushi & Sando
The first of its kind in Athens, this place, located at 7 Petraki Street in Syntagma offers a mix of Japanese and Hawaiian cuisine. Established by a group of friends, the venue presents a fresh take on traditional Japanese sushi by serving it in bowl form, combined with exotic fruits, herbs and vegetables. One of their standout dishes is the “Waimea” from the Poké Hawaiian menu, which includes fish, avocado, red chilli, coriander, and sesame sauce. They also sell Japanese sandwiches known as “Sandos” on fluffy shokuman bread. Notable from this selection is the Cheeseburger Sando, which features a beef patty, cheddar, and other yummy ingredients.
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Street Wok
This popular stop on 21 Aiolou in Monastiraki is an easy and delicious alternative to the usual Asian street food options, and specialises in Asian stir-fry. It stands out with an innovative three-step menu, where customers get to pick their ingredients, including a choice of noodles or rice, a variety of vegetables, seafood or meats, and a selection of sauces, leading to a personalized meal cooked right in front of them. The concept emphasises fresh, healthy ingredients and speedy preparation, offering a unique, customisable dining experience. Street Wok has multiple locations across Athens, including Aiolou and Syntagma, making it a convenient option for those looking to enjoy a quick and delicious Asian meal.
Saitama
This place, on 101 Kerameikou in Kerameikos, is the place to visit for an innovative street food experience with an Asian-Mediterranean twist. The menu, the brainchild of chef Adam Kontovas, features eclectic dishes such as kebabs with rice, pickles and flatbreads, as well as unique noodle dishes with beef, pork or vegetarian options. Signature cocktails by Panos Migklis add excitement and flair, including a cherry-strawberry negroni and a pineapple Mai Tai. Inspired by the One Punch Man Japanese manga character, this spot combines culinary creativity with a vibrant atmosphere, making it the ideal place for both tasty bites and refreshing drinks.
Vietnam Street Food
Whether it’s a spicy Pho (meat or vegetarian), Car Sui, fried noodle dishes with a variety of ingredients or stir-fried rice dishes, steamed or pan-sizzled dumplings or fresh or fried spring rolls that your mouth is watering for, this Vietnamese place on 56 Perikleous in Syntagma delivers authentic Southeast Asian flavours at decent prices.
Thess Bao
At Thess Bao on 30-32 Perikleous in Syntagma, the daily-made bao buns stand out for their fluffy freshness and creative fillings, with a menu featuring popular choices like pulled beef bao with oyster sauce, fresh vegetables, cilantro yoghurt, and shimeji mushroom pickles or the BBQ pancetta bao with kimchi cucumber and smoked black garlic mayo. They also serve unique bao burgers and vegan options like mushroom gyro bao with avocado tzatziki. For dessert, their fried bao-bougatsa with cream and cinnamon is a must-try, blending traditional Greek flavours with creative twist.
Big Mouth
Located at 20 Praxitelous in Monastiraki, Big Mouth is a cosy sandwich bar known for its hearty and inventive sandwiches. They toast a variety of breads, including sourdough and wholemeal, and fill them with diverse ingredients such as sausage, mushrooms with melted cheese, pastrami, pickles, and an assortment of meats like chicken, turkey, beef, salmon, or tuna. Options also include ciabatta and brioche bread. Each sandwich is grilled, wrapped, and served in generous portions. Noteworthy are their Italian meatball sandwich and sweet treats like peanut butter and jam, and chocolate and halva sandwiches.
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Falafellas
On 51 Aiolou Street, near Agia Irinis Square in Monastiraki, Falafellas stands out for its sought-after falafel wraps. It is known for its delicious, high-quality sandwiches, with falafels served in either small and large pita wraps and enhanced with a variety of ingredients like minty yoghurt, tahini, pickled aubergine, crisp cucumber, chilli sauce, and hummus. This popular spot often sees long queues, a testament to its rewarding offerings.
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Poncho Tacos
Alfonso Alvarez, affectionately known as Poncho, runs this small and vibrant taco spot located at 10 Plateia Karytsi in Syntagma. The menu offers three kinds of tacos and quesadillas. Each day, Poncho and his team prepare fresh masa de mais taco dough, which is then topped with choices like mushroom, pork gyro, or chicken, and garnished with cheese, spring onion, pineapple, and coriander. For added zest, lime wedges and a selection of sauces, including salsa verde, chipotle, and habanero, are available. They also serve unique homemade beverages like agua de Jamaica and agua de tamarindo, tequila-based cocktails and craft beers.
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El Burro
El Burro, on 102 Dimitrakopoulou in Koukaki, is a must-visit place for Mexican food lovers. This restaurant charms with its quirky décor, blending a canteen’s appeal with 90s nostalgia, with neon rainbows and bright, colourful details. Its menu, rich in fresh, quality ingredients, includes favourites like tacos, burritos, and quesadillas, guacamole, alongside unique dishes such as Carne Tirada con Pina and Pollo Asado. The bright atmosphere is enhanced by their signature frozen margarita.
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Volvi
Located at the entrance of the Varvakeio Meat Market on Athinas in Psyrri, Volvi is a compact eatery, occupying just two-by-two metres, yet it’s a hub of culinary enjoyment. Specialising in a limited yet memorable menu, they serve pork souvlaki skewers and soutzoukakia, which are meatballs baked in a rich, spiced tomato sauce. Freshness is key here, as the meat is sourced daily from nearby butchers. Customers relish the tender pork skewers, served either in a pita wrap or as a main dish with tomato, onion, chilli flakes and mustard.
Hoocut
This modern souvlaki joint, a creation of the team behind the chic Cookoovaya restaurant, offers a refined twist on classic street food. Located at 9 Agias Irinis Square in Monastiraki in a spacious setting with high ceilings, it has four areas: a bakery, a fresh produce section, a butcher’s counter, and a grill station. At its heart lies a large marble bench where cooks in aprons meticulously prepare ingredients. The menu includes four types of premium meat – pork, beef, chicken, and ewe – presented in three styles: wrapped in small pitas, atop pitta bread, or served over thin, crispy, hand-cut fries. For those preferring vegetarian options, the eatery offers calamari or dolmadaki (stuffed vine leaves) in pita, alongside salads and aubergine dip.
Galiantra
Galiantra, a unique food truck located on 4 Iatraki, behind a 1920s mansion on Avdi Square, sells a fusion of traditional and modern street food in a carefree setting that echoes a Greek summer vibe, with a white gravel floor, colourful tin barrels as seating, young bitter-orange trees, fairy lights and flags. The truck prides itself on its homemade offerings, from sauces to bread rolls. Their grilled meatballs and fries are menu highlights, alongside inventive vegan choices like sloppy joes with braised soy mince and mushroom gyro souvlaki. Patrons are encouraged to pair their meals with a popular and refreshing frozen margarita.
Curry Express
Managed by the same team as the Indian Chef restaurant on Syggrou Ave, this fast-food Indian outlet at 37 Kolokotroni in Syntagma offers a pleasingly rich menu. Among their specialties are savoury Indian souvlaki-style wraps, with options like a Chicken Korma and tandoori filling. The menu also boasts a variety of dishes including delicious basmati rice bowls, a selection of chicken and vegetable dishes cooked in different styles and numerous vegetarian options. For a refreshing drink, try the Iassi, a traditional Indian yoghurt drink available plain or flavoured with mango.
Naan Stop
At Naan Stop on 223 Alexandras Ave. in Ambelokipi, the chef’s mission is to authentically present traditional Indian cuisine in Europe. The restaurant serves fresh, spicy, and delicious dishes with a menu that keeps evolving. Choose from a selection of Indian classics and regional specialties passed down through generations, as well as plenty of vegetarian options. Notable dishes include the Makhni Curry with tomato butter cream sauce and the vegetarian Tadka Daal with creamy yellow lentils. Complement your meal with a Lassi, available in mango, strawberry, or classic sweet or salted flavours.
Granello
Granello, on 18 Perikleos in Monastiraki, aims to redefine Neapolitan pizza with its unique sourdough base, fermented for 48 hours for a distinctive taste. Set in a revamped 1865 brick building, this pizzeria features an impressive wood-fired oven from Naples and a stylish, somewhat futuristic interior. Their menu includes a variety of pizzas, including seasonal specialities and a standout carbonara pizza with parmesan cream and mozzarella. To drink, try a wine from their quality menu or a craft beer.
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Piroski from paradise can be found at 81 Solonos and 27 Stadiou, in this place loved for its Russian flavours. The piroski here range from fried varieties with meat or potatoes and mushrooms to lighter, baked versions, all with a fluffy, melt-in-your-mouth texture. In summer, try their diet-friendly piroski made from wholemeal flour with a mizithra filling. Complementing their savoury dishes are sweet berry-filled piroski and refreshing granitas.
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Cantina Mavili
This is one of the city’s most beloved “vromiko” (dirty, the classic term Greeks use for street-food) hot dog and sandwich spots, at the back of Mavili Square (on 3 Dim. Soutsou), has catered to Athens’ boozy night owls streaming from the surrounding bars since 1989. Its large hot dogs with fluffy buns, are best enjoyed loaded with coleslaw, pickled carrots, onions, and a variety of oozy sauces, and topped off with several dashes of dash of Tabasco.
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Located at 84 Akadimias in Syntagma, this place has a warm, unassuming ambience and serves a global range of vegan/vegetarian dishes. Its standout item is the pleurotus mushroom souvlaki, accompanied by vegan tzatziki, parsley, tomato, and potatoes. Popular dishes on the menu include their fluffy and tasty falafels served in Arabic tortillas with salad, hummus, raita, and chilli sauce, tortillas with tomato, onion, and eggplant and corn or wholemeal pita souvlaki, soothing nutritious soups and various burgers (including a unique black charcoal bun option). The Exarchia outlet also sells a variety of vegan dishes such as moussaka, soutzoukakia, traditional Indian meals, and fresh salad bowls.
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Amandine’s Bagels, on 13 Nikis in Syntagma, is beloved especially for its diverse and delectable range of homemade bagels made with Greek flour and a French passion for food. Their speciality lies in the unique handmade sauces and varied fillings available – from goat cheese and prosciutto to jamón and cockerel, along with fresh vegetables and pickles. Customers can also buy plain bagels, cookies, eclairs, soups and other treats to enjoy at home. Whether for a quick lunch or a leisurely breakfast with coffee and a satisfying bagel, Amandine’s caters to all tastes.
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Located at 78 Ippokratous in Exarchia, Hayat offers a genuine Kurdish culinary experience. The open kitchen showcases the creation of every dish, from toasted buns to handmade boat-shaped pineirli topped with aromatic kebabs. Try the spicy Adana kebabs, the robust aubergine salad with chunky garlic and Peinirli with egg. Diners can also savour the wafer-thin lahmajoun, the light pastourmas cake and the mercimek kofte. Hayat’s warm, unpretentious ambience complements its unforgettable, authentic Eastern flavours.
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Cocona, on 10 Milioni in Kolonaki, sells a mouthwatering array of traditional Greek pies with a heartfelt Asia Minor influence. The secret to Cocona’s unparalleled taste lies in the quality of the ingredients used; the vegetables and herbs are always fresh, and they exclusively use fine extra virgin olive oil in all their preparations. The menu includes tray-baked options like the spinach and feta cheese pie, mushroom, chicken, and herb-rich greens pie. Apart from the presence of its welcoming and effervescent owner Ioanna, the most special feature is the Mikrasiatiko Gkiouzleme, a thin, curved metal-baked pastry rolled out daily using a traditional rolling pin and filled with choices fresh mushrooms, spinach with herbs, pastourma & kasseri cheese.
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Lacantina Street Food
Lacantina, a quaint eatery established in 2016 at 24 Zodochou Pigis & Koleti in Exarcheia, is more than meets the eye. Inspired by his travels in Asia and Europe, its owner created a canteen that doubles as a compact restaurant. Specialising in ethnic street food, it offers a culinary journey from Lebanon to India. Highlights include uniquely prepared falafel with fava beans, as made in Egypt, and unconventional salads like that with mung beans with goat cheese and balsamic dressing. The bestseller, the Chicken Curry Wrap, is a must-try, with chicken cooked in coconut milk with mushrooms and peppers. Also, the daily selection of seven velvety soups, ranging from classic celery root to chestnut soup with cognac, offer feel-good warmth on a cold day.
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