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Marias Restaurant

Lefkara · Larnaca · €€€ · 4.7 (998) on Google · Local favourite

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Open now · Today 09:00-18:00

Beloved family taverna in the mountain village of Vavatsinia serving generous, authentic Cypriot meze, kleftiko and grilled meats.

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  • Open now until 18:00
  • Rated 4.7 by 998+ guests
  • Perfect for today's sunshine

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Family Friendly Tourist Friendly Traditional Local Favourite Hidden Gem Good for Groups Budget Friendly Outdoor Seating Excellent Service Good Value

Tucked away in the mountain village of Vavatsinia near Lefkara, Marias Restaurant is a much-loved family taverna where traditional Cypriot cooking and warm hospitality take centre stage. Visitors travel from far and near for the generous meze spread, often welcomed with complimentary dishes and rounded off with Cypriot coffee, dessert and tea. The menu celebrates classic village fare: slow-cooked kleftiko lamb, tava, pork balls, tender grilled chicken and homemade sweets, all served in portions guests describe as large enough to feed an army.

With friendly, attentive staff, honest prices and a relaxed garden setting surrounded by fresh mountain air, it is a firm favourite for families, groups and travellers exploring the Larnaca countryside. Highly rated by hundreds of diners, Marias offers an authentic taste of Cyprus that rewards the scenic drive into the hills. Open daily from morning to early evening, it is an ideal stop for a leisurely, memorable meal in the heart of traditional Cyprus.

What guests say

Legendary, warm and generous hospitality
Authentic, delicious traditional Cypriot food
Very large, filling portion sizes
Great value with low prices for the quality
Friendly staff who often offer complimentary mezze and dessert
Scenic village setting with garden and fresh mountain air
Popular with locals from near and far

Order this: Meze / mezze platter, Kleftiko lamb, Tava rice dish, Pork balls, Grilled chicken, Cypriot coffee and dessert

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How busy it gets

Usually busiest 20:00-22:00, booking ahead helps (estimate)

Before 7pm or after 9:30pm is usually the relaxed window.

Hours

Monday 09:00-18:00
Tuesday 09:00-18:00
Wednesday 09:00-18:00
Thursday 09:00-18:00
Friday 09:00-18:00
Saturday 09:00-18:00
Sunday 09:00-18:00

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Unnamed Road, Βαβατσινιά, Larnaka 7712, Cyprus

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