Easter often evokes memories of countryside escapades and village celebrations. As one of the most significant Christian festivities, Easter is the perfect time to reconnect with nature and bask in the beauty of spring. However, life’s demands might keep us in the city, or you’ve popped over for that city break over the holidays.

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Thankfully, Athens‘ vibrant restaurant scene offers a plethora of Easter dining options, combining authentic Greek cuisine and traditional Easter dishes.

This article will guide you through Athens’ top eateries, highlighting their unique Easter menus, and providing brief descriptions of the Greek dishes they serve.

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Photo: Agora Select/Facebook
Photo: Agora Select/Facebook

Photo: Agora Select/Facebook

Agora Select (210 7252252, https://agoraselect.gr) in Ilisia offers a Resurrection dinner on Saturday and an Easter lunch on Sunday. Saturday’s menu features mageiritsa, a traditional soup made with lamb offal, while Sunday’s menu includes roast lamb with potatoes, gardoumbakia (lamb offal rolls), kokoretsi (skewered lamb offal wrapped in intestines), kontosouvli (large pieces of spit-roasted pork), and various appetizers like tzatziki, Russian salad, liver dishes, and red eggs.

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On the other hand, the “Ipeiros” eatery (2103240773), located in Varvakeio, will serve mageiritsa from early Saturday afternoon, along with other choices to accompany the emblematic dish of the Resurrection. Heading north, specifically to Chalandri, “Bepeka” (2106854880) will serve mageiritsa and a full dinner on Holy Saturday night. In the same vein is the Kifisia-based “Wood” (2108074416), which, however, will offer spit-roasted lamb and kontosouvli on Easter Sunday. They will also serve kokoretsi, gardoumbes, and paidakia.

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Heading south, we make a stop at “Trellos Gaidaros” in Dafni, Alimos, and Glyfada, where they will roast lamb on Easter Sunday and have kokoretsi, kontosouvli, and many more festive mezedakia available. Additionally, specifically at the Dafni location (2109769411), they will have live music featuring artful folk music starting at noon. All three establishments accept pre-orders.

In Keratea, we make a stop at “Stafylomeli” (229063441), where they will host a proper festive celebration, featuring spit-roasted lamb, kokoretsi, gardoumbes, and everything else one could associate with the Easter table. Upon arriving at the tavern, take a moment to appreciate the photographs of old Keratea displayed on the walls.

Moving on to Marathon, near the archaeological site of Ramnous, the family-owned tavern “Ramnous” (2294063670) sets up a genuine Easter feast with spit-roasted lamb, kokoretsi, and all sorts of dishes associated with the special day.

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Mappemonde Rooftop Restaurant Bar & Lounge / Photo: Athens Capital, MGallery / Facebook
Mappemonde Rooftop Restaurant Bar & Lounge / Photo: Athens Capital, MGallery / Facebook

At the hotels:

On the 10th floor of Athens Capital Hotel, MGallery, the famous Mappemonde Rooftop Restaurant Bar & Lounge offers a unique Easter experience with its pool and unparalleled views of the Acropolis and Lycabettus Hill. Executive Chef Dimitris Boutsalis and his team will curate Easter menus featuring traditional elements perfectly harmonized with high-end flavors.

Enjoy tsoureki (sweet Easter bread), red eggs, Greek meze, mageiritsitsa, slow-cooked goat with vegetable briam puree, eggplant in tomato glaze with Cretan xygalo (a creamy cheese), gardoumbakia, spit-roasted lamb, and kokoretsi. The breathtaking view of the Acropolis and Lycabettus Hill only adds to the enchanting experience.

For an opulent Easter celebration, visit the Four Seasons Astir Palace. On Easter Sunday, “Taverna37” offers a delectable Greek Easter meal, crafted by Chef Alexandros Koskinas. Indulge in both savory and sweet Greek delicacies, such as traditional lamb dishes, flaky phyllo pastries, and honey-soaked sweets. On Holy Saturday evening, guests can mark the end of Lent at “Mercato” by enjoying the traditional first meal, mageiritsa, available upon request.

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