Lakatamia · Deftera · Nicosia · €€€ · ★ 4.5 (513) on Google · Local favourite
Accepts table requests
Open now · Today 12:00-15:00 & 17:00-23:00
Beloved Cypriot tavern in Kato Deftera serving generous meze, pork souvlaki and chops. Busy, lively nights; parking across the road. Book ahead.
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Spilaio Tavern is a traditional Cypriot spot in Kato Deftera, just outside Nicosia, known for generous, family‑style meze and skillfully grilled meats. Regulars praise its succulent pork souvlaki and chops, alongside chicken kebab, beef burgers and fresh Cyprus salad. The meze brings a wide spread of classics, with plenty of vegetable dishes and, at times, traditional specialties such as snails.
The atmosphere is lively—especially on weekend evenings when there’s live music—making it a good choice for groups and family gatherings. It’s popular and often fully booked, so reserving ahead is wise, and peak times can mean longer waits. There’s convenient parking across the road.
With modest prices for the quality, many diners consider it good value. If you’re looking for an authentic local tavern experience a short drive from the city, Spilaio is a reliable pick for comforting Cypriot favorites and convivial evenings.
Order this: Pork souvlaki, Pork chop, Chicken kebab, Beef burger, Cyprus salad, Meze (incl. traditional items like snails)
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Usually busiest 20:00-22:00, booking ahead helps (estimate)
Before 7pm or after 9:30pm is usually the relaxed window.
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