Firenze

If you are craving authentic Italian food, head over to Firenze. The friendly and helpful staff serves fresh pasta, risotto and pizza. End your evening with a sweet dessert and just enjoy the warm atmosphere.

• Web:

  www.firenze-ristorante.gr

• Address:

  Plastira 91, Kalamaria

• Phone:

  +30 231 044 4615

Frutti di Mare

Frutti di Mare is a seafood restaurant close to the Aristotelous Square, nestled across from the Turkish hammam. Great staff, exceptional food and trendy interior come together to create a special evening or lunch date.

• Web:

  www.fruttidimare.gr/home-page-en

• E-mail:

  info@fruttidimare.gr

• Address:

  Komninon 20, Louloudadika, Thessaloniki

• Phone:

  +30 231 023 9100

Full tou Meze

Located in the centre of Thessaloniki sits Full tou Meze, a wildly popular and forever crowded restaurant. Take the opportunity to try an array of small dishes like dolmas, fresh tzatziki, spicy grilled peppers, fava and all sorts of grilled meatballs, meats, seafood and vegetables with delectable sauces. The food pairs nicely with local beer, wine or ouzo. No need to reserve a table, but you might need to wait a bit to be seated.

• Web:

  www.fullmeze.gr

• E-mail:

  info@fullmeze.gr

• Address:

  Katouni 3, Thessaloniki

• Phone:

  +30 231 052 4700

Mia Feta

Mia Feta is a cheese bar that’s all about the salty and crumbly Greek delicacy. Grab a bite right there or get a delicious bundle to go. This shop/bar combo uses ingredients delivered daily from their organic farm, giving old traditions a modern twist. Try the creamy yogurt swirled with pomegranate and linseed, bite into a black olive cookie filled with feta cream and studded with beetroot pearls. Pair exceptional Greek wines with sweet-and-sour desserts.

• E-mail:

  fetabar@miafetafetabar.gr

• Address:

  Pavlou Mela 14, Thessaloniki

• Phone:

  +30 231 022 1120

Nea Diagonios

Nea Diagonios is well-known for its gyros and soutzoukakia, a local type of meatballs. They also offer a gluten-free menu with a special handmade cheeseburger. Enjoy your dinner with a beer from artisanal breweries like Nissos from Tinos and Donkey from Santorini. The prices are quite reasonable compared to the neighbouring restaurants.

• E-mail:

  info@neadiagonios.gr

• Address:

  Themistokli Sofouli 64Α, Thessaloniki

• Phone:

  +30 231 002 9085

Ouzeri tou Kabouri

Ouzeri tou Kabouri is a traditional Greek taverna with fresh seafood and mouth-watering dishes. With over 20 years of experience, the restaurant prides itself on its quality and excellent service. The decor is traditional, creating an authentic atmosphere. Get ready for a perfect culinary experience with joyful and fast service, delicious food, large portions and reasonable prices.

• Address:

  Mitropolitou Kallidou 71, Kalamaria

• Phone:

  +30 231 041 9051

Club Vogue

Vogue is a club and concert venue for young people who are there to see and be seen. Strong industrial decor and understated luxury details create the big nightclub vibe for the thousand people in attendance. Best music acts start after midnight. If clubs are your thing, don't miss Vogue.

• Web:

  www.vogueclub.gr

• E-mail:

  info@vogclub-thessaloniki.gr

• Address:

  26is Oktovriou, Thessaloniki

• Phone:

  +30 231 055 0000

Dentro sto Bar

Dentro sto Bar is a fabulous cafe and bar with a big tree full of fairy lights and an old villa as its home. The selection of beers is huge and the music they play is perfect. A great place for a coffee or a drink, as the music is not too loud and the place looks nice. Nightly events with live music usually start around 10:30 pm. Definitely one of the top 5 bars to visit in Thessaloniki.

• Web:

  www.instagram.com/dentrostobar

• Address:

  Leoforos Vasileos Georgiou 25, Thessaloniki

• Phone:

  +30 231 081 1885

• More info:

  The name literally means 'Tree in the Bar'

Mylos

Mylos is a large entertainment complex in the warehouse district of the port where you will find bars, galleries, restaurants, cafes, theatres and plenty of live music.

• Web:

  www.mylos.gr

• E-mail:

  infokazandb@gmail.com

• Address:

  Andreou Georgiou 56, Thessaloniki

• Phone:

  +30 231 051 0081

Navarinou Square — The Youth Epicentre

All the cool Tik-Tok kids head to Navarinou Square, just seaward from the Rotunda. You'll find bars and restaurants, tattoo parlours and alt clothing stores, cheap bites and plenty of energy. Drift around the square and find a table at one of the bars or just pass through to see the modern Greece doing their thing right next to the remains of the Palace of Galerius.

• Address:

  Platia Navarinou, Thessaloniki

• More info:

  Thessaloniki has what is possibly the best behaved youth on the planet

OTE Tower — Skyline cafe-bar

OTE Tower is a 76-metre-tall whimsical tower located within the Thessaloniki International Exhibition Center. In addition to being a gleaming monument, the tower is also home to a revolving Skyline cafe-bar. The venue operates year-round, offering coffee, signature drinks and a small selection of small bites. After dark, there is live piano music. Skyline organises special events for Christmas and New year's Eve, should you visit Thessaloniki in winter.

• Web:

  www.skyline.bar

• E-mail:

  info@skyline.bar

• Address:

  Egnatia 154, Helexpo, Thessaloniki

• Phone:

  +30 2310 265 460

Rotunda

No, unfortunately, Rotunda does not become a bar at night. However, take a stroll around the landmark towards the evening and you will notice plenty of cute and creative bars attracting customers. The area is at the border of Thessaloniki's university district, and all the students gravitate towards Rotunda. The bars seem to differ by age a bit, but there are no strict divisions. Just take a look around and find your crowd. Some of the favourite bars here are Tabya, Diethnes, Elektron cafe, To Podilato Beer House, which is popular among Erasmus students, and Hippopotamus.

• Address:

  Platia Agiou Georgiou Rotonta 5, Thessaloniki

Art Café Théâtral

Art Café Théâtral is a cosy hidden place with a lot of character. Time slows down here, inviting you to relax with a cup of coffee, a book or maybe chatting with a group of friends. Every table gets a generous slice of chocolate cake. The interior design is quaint and is carefully designed to invoke the feeling of being in an old theatre or your favourite grandma's apartment. Utterly charming.

• Address:

  Tsimiski 97, Thessaloniki

• Phone:

  +30 231 022 3331

• More info:

  Some people might know this place as Πρώτο Πάτωμα (Proto Patoma), which means "first floor"

Diethnes

A beautifully decorated Greek traditional coffee shop where you can enjoy a relaxing evening in a warm atmosphere. A wide selection of tea is provided by friendly waiters and staff. It is located near Kamara, a few metres above Egnatia.

• Address:

  Konstantinou Melenikou 13, Thessaloniki

• Phone:

  +30 231 024 5520

Lena's Bistro

Located in the Ladadika area, this French bistro makes a perfect spot for a coffee break of an aperitivo. Take a seat outside and enjoy the vibrant city. The charm of the bistro hinges on its owner's personality: every visitor remarks how welcome they felt as Lena's guests.

• Address:

  Katouni 7, Thessaloniki

• Phone:

  +30 231 124 9140

Stereo

Cafe by day and a young trendy hipster bar by night, Stereo is the quiet alternative hangout for the young crowd with exceptionally nice staff. Literally the place to be if you want to mingle with cool locals. DJ's play understated and occasionally nostalgic hits. It's casual and friendly, perfect for weekdays and weekends. It will most likely become your favourite in Thessaloniki.

• Address:

  Dimarchou Vamvaka 3-5, Thessaloniki

• Phone:

  +30 2311 295 310

Tabya

Tabya is a quaint cafe with a garden in an old preserved villa. Enjoy a coffee or a cocktail at one of the bistro tables under the tree canopy or find a cosy spot in the neoclassical house with eclectic mid-century modern furniture. Great place for laptop warriors, even though WiFi is not the fastest. Tabya is located opposite the university on the pedestrian Melenikou street. The entrance is easy to miss which makes it a delightful hidden gem free of crowds.

• E-mail:

  tabyaplace@gmail.com

• Address:

  Konstantinou Melenikou 14, Thessaloniki

• Phone:

  +30 231 124 2522

• More info:

  Close to Rotunda

Trigona Elenidis

Trigona Elenidis is a family owned business that’s been passed down by generations. They serve a traditional Greek dessert — Trigona. It is a triangular filo-based pastry that’s dipped in syrup and filled with sweet vanilla cream. Their ice-cream is marvellous, as well.

• Web:

  www.elenidis.gr

• E-mail:

  info@elenidis.com

• Address:

  Dimotiko Gounari 13, Thessaloniki

• Phone:

  +30 231 025 7510

• More info:

  Corner of Gounari & Timisiki in Thessaloniki. There's a second shop down in Kalamaria