Somewhere squished between Ermou and Mitropoleos Streets, there is a pedestrian street that barely exceeds 200 metres in length, along which a tasteful array of eateries and bars have sprung up. Here you can enjoy everything from a cup of coffee, a glass of wine, or a cocktail to Mexican, Vietnamese and Hawaiian food. But, that does not mean you won’t find foods closer to home with some excellent Greek and Italian options too. So if you fancy a bite, it has most of your bases covered. Another alluring feature is that Petraki retains the character of an old Athenian side street. So, you can also browse in the interesting shops or pop into an avant-garde contemporary art exhibition at the non-profit gallery Radio Athènes. But here

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Vintage settings, pure urban aura, and a view of the Metropolis of Athens. The dining area is cozy and atmospheric, while there are tables scattered outdoors on the pedestrian street. Here you can enjoy a cup of Greek coffee with loukoumaki from Syros (traditional Greek treats, similar to the Turkish delights) – like in the good old days – or enjoy a glass of wine or simply relax over Greek ouzo and meze. This all-day restaurant is a nice respite from the everyday madness.

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