Tavernas

Taverna: The most common and traditional Greek eating place, usually family-run and open all day. Found in Loggos, Gaios and Lakka.

PsaroTaverna: A fish taverna offering fresh fish and sometimes some meat dishes. Usually the taverna will have their own 'dedicated' fisherman (person) - sometimes this is the owner. The menu will always reflect what has been freshly caught. Lakka has a selection of these tavernas offering fresh fish.

Psistaria: These charcoal grill-room 'tavernas' are mostly found in the local villages and are often one of the most overlooked tourist 'experiences'. The service can be patchy, the presentation basic, but the taste and quality superb. They offer just a few starters and salads and many types of barbecued meats. Look out for 'Kokoretsi' - goat innards wrapped in intestine and gently grilled over charcoal - is a truly delicious Greek delicacy, but not for the squeamish!

Snack Bars: Quick, easy and usually good value for money. Not really over popular on the island of Paxos, however a couple can be found in Lakka and Gaios.


Souvlatzidika: Great fun. A sort of takeout Psistaria offering small souvlakis (kebabs) often made into 'gyros' by wrapping them in a toasted pita bread with salad and tzatiki.

Zacharoplasteion: A cake and coffee shop- often combined with a bakery. (Add photo of the one at casa lucia.) These wonderful cake shops can be found in most of the resorts on Paxos.

Ouzeri: A bar that offers a selection of 'mezes' to go with your drink. This can range from a few olives and a little feta cheese, to a large platter of mixed starters.

Kafeneion: A meeting place, mostly for the local male population who manage to spend a great deal of the day talking about politics and football! Dotted around the island of Paxos, in the resorts and inland villages. A 'must' to the Greek way of life.