Between the cliff and the sea, Folegandros is an island that knows how to serve tradition on a plate, with authentic flavors and local ingredients.
Folegandros is one of the most captivating islands in the Cyclades, with whitewashed squares and blooming bougainvillea creating a romantic backdrop. Its Chora is among the most atmospheric in the Cyclades and its beaches are impressive with turquoise waters. However, beyond all these charms, it also offers culinary experiences that will truly stay with you.
On the island, local products and traditional recipes come alive through simple yet delicious dishes. Signature local products include matsata, handmade pasta, pies and local cheeses, such as souroto which you will find in many recipes. From Ano Meria to Chora and the beaches, there are many restaurants and tavernas ready to offer you a taste of the island.
To Sik
In the heart of Chora, Sik stands out for its elegance and modern character. Its little tables spill out onto the square so you can enjoy the people-watching along with your meal. Its Cycladic aesthetic and atmosphere are ideal for evenings with meze and wine. Here Greek cuisine meets creative touches, with dishes that are constantly refreshed, based on seasonal ingredients. Among other things, you will try penne with eggplant, chicken souvlaki, pumpkin soup from their garden and carrot soup. Chora, Folegandros
Pounta
Pounta is one of Choras most beloved hangouts, with a reputation that has lasted for years. Its tables are set along a picturesque alley, but the beauty of the place is its hidden flower-filled garden. From morning, in the shade of the trees, you will find those who start their day with brunch, yogurt with fruit, homemade bread, crepes and omelets. Later the menu features plates for sharing, such as salads, a selection of local cheeses, fava, tzatziki, pasta and grilled octopus. Chora, Folegandros
1790 Wine Cave
Housed in a historic building with stone arches and atmospheric lighting, 1790 Wine Cave is ideal for wine lovers. It is a 24-seat restaurant, with a menu that is constantly updated, based on the recipes of Folegandros and on local ingredients and the fish that reach their kitchen every day. You will try seafood and meat recipes in combinations that impress, for example dishes with charcuterie and seafood. Their cellar is rich, filled with wines mainly from Greek vineyards. Chora, Folegandros
Synantisi
There isnt a visitor to Folegandros who doesnt stop at this little taverna. Inland, in Ano Meria, you will find Synantisi, a place that keeps the islands tradition alive. The setting is unpretentious, with the feeling that you are in a friends home. Here you will try local recipes such as the famed matsata, the handmade pasta usually served with rabbit or rooster, as well as fresh salads from the garden and other meze. Ano Meria, Folegandros
Papalagi
One of the islands best-known fish tavernas, Papalagi, is a balcony on Agios Nikolaos beach with crystalline waters. With a stunning view of the sea, it is ideal for a meal after your swim. The taverna serves fresh fish and seafood and you will enjoy everything from the catch of the day to swordfish and tuna fillet, grilled octopus and shrimp. The menu also includes a few olive-oil dishes and summery meze. Pair the views and the dishes with ouzo or tsipouro. Agios Nikolaos, Folegandros
