Taverna Pinelia

Pinelia is a new Cypriot taverna in Engomi, Nicosia, offering traditional flavours, generous meze and live entertainment every Friday and Saturday. The restaurant has opened on 28th October Avenue, in the premises previously occupied by Etsi Apla Opos Palia.

The venue has been fully renewed with a simple, understated interior. Instead of excessive decoration, the design places the focus on comfortable dining, good service and the food arriving at the table.

Traditional Cypriot Meze in Engomi

The Cypriot meze is one of the main reasons to visit Pinelia. It brings together a varied selection of familiar local flavours, served in generous quantities and designed to be shared around the table.

Diners who prefer to order individually can choose from separate dishes and full portions. The menu covers different preferences and budgets, making the restaurant suitable for a casual meal, a family gathering or an evening out with friends.

Home-Style Cypriot Food at Lunchtime

At lunchtime, Pinelia moves beyond the usual grilled dishes and introduces a more home-style side of Cypriot cooking.

The daily selection includes oven-baked meals, pulses and traditional recipes inspired by the Cypriot family table. These dishes are served alongside grilled meats, giving diners a choice between familiar taverna favourites and the type of cooked food normally associated with a homemade lunch.

For anyone searching for traditional Cypriot food or lunch in Engomi, Pinelia offers more than a standard grill menu.

Experienced Team and Personal Service

Pinelia is managed by a team with many years of experience in Cypriot food and hospitality. Its approach is straightforward: good ingredients, satisfying portions, attentive service and a welcoming atmosphere.

The restaurant aims to retain the familiar character of a neighbourhood Cypriot taverna while presenting it in a refreshed and comfortable setting.

Live Music Every Friday and Saturday

Pinelia also joins the selection of tavernas with live music in Nicosia. Every Friday and Saturday evening, guests can enjoy popular Greek and Cypriot songs while dining.

The live programme creates a relaxed setting for groups who want their meal to continue into an evening of music and entertainment. It is a suitable option for weekend dinners, celebrations and gatherings with friends.

Why Visit Pinelia in Engomi?

Pinelia brings several parts of the traditional Cypriot taverna experience together in one place: generous meze, grilled meats, home-cooked lunchtime dishes, personal hospitality and live weekend entertainment.

Located on 28th October Avenue in Engomi, it offers Nicosia diners a new place to enjoy Cypriot food in a simple and welcoming environment.

Frequently Asked Questions Where is Pinelia located?

Pinelia is located on 28th October Avenue in Engomi, Nicosia, in the premises where Etsi Apla Opos Palia previously operated.

What type of food does Pinelia serve?

The menu includes Cypriot meze, grilled meats, individual portions, oven-baked dishes, pulses and traditional home-style Cypriot recipes.

Does Pinelia have live music?

Yes. Pinelia hosts live Greek and Cypriot music every Friday and Saturday.