Athinaikon, Traditional restaurant in Central Athens, Greece
Athinaikon is a traditional Greek restaurant in central Athens, housed in a neoclassical building with glass, mirrors, and wood furnishings throughout. The kitchen prepares lobster croquettes, meatballs, and seafood crepes using recipes passed down from its founding era.
The restaurant was founded in 1932 by three cooks from Smyrna and has been operating in Athens since then. New owners took over in 1981 and continued the establishment's tradition.
The walls feature paintings and photographs that connect visitors to Athens through visual stories from different periods. These images create a link between the dining experience and the city's character.
The restaurant is wheelchair accessible and offers comfortable seating throughout the space. Reservations are recommended, especially during meal times, to ensure you have a good spot.
The menu features unusual dishes like lobster croquettes and meatballs with sour trachana, which are rarely found elsewhere. These specialties come from old recipes and show a less common side of Greek cooking.
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