Ayia Napa is renowned not just for its stunning beaches and electrifying nightlife, but also for its impressive array of dining options that cater to various tastes and preferences. If you're willing to venture beyond the typical tourist traps, you'll discover hidden gems serving exceptional cuisine. To help you navigate this vibrant culinary scene, here’s a detailed guide to the restaurants worth visiting, organised by your mood and dining desires, ensuring you can easily find the perfect spot for a memorable evening. Whether you're in the mood for a romantic dinner, a lively atmosphere with friends, or a casual meal with family, there’s something for everyone in this picturesque seaside town.

Cypriot meze and the grill

If you want the classic Cyprus feast, this is where to start. Big tables, halloumi, souvla, seafood, the works.

  • En Yevo Tavernaki is a beloved local tavern doing traditional meze, fresh seafood and grilled meats. Reservations recommended, and the rating backs it up at 4.8 across 3,881 reviews.
  • Opa's Tavern Ayia Napa brings souvlaki, grilled halloumi and meze with nightly live music and dancing. Rated 4.8 from 2,666 reviews.
  • Yiasemi restaurant sits on Nissi Avenue with grilled favourites and set menus, indoor and outdoor seating. Rated 4.8 from 1,217 reviews.

Italian, pizza and pasta

Ayia Napa punches above its weight for Italian, and the pizza in particular is a highlight.

  • Spacca Napoli is an authentic Neapolitan pizzeria doing light, leopard-spotted wood-fired pies. A perfect 5.0 across 2,216 reviews tells you everything.
  • Quadro Restaurant covers antipasti, fresh pasta and pizza with a curated wine list and an allergy-aware kitchen. Rated 4.8 from 2,090 reviews.
  • Plus 39 Italian Street Food is the casual, grab-and-go option for Italian street food. Rated 5.0 from 14 reviews.

Global flavours

When you have had your fill of grill and pizza, Ayia Napa has plenty of range.

  • RASOI INDIAN CUISINE on Nissi Avenue does butter chicken, tikka and fresh naan with vegetarian and gluten-free options. Rated 4.8 from 1,016 reviews.
  • Nikkei Peruvian Senses brings something different to town, rated 4.9 from 167 reviews.
  • Erebuni is another strong pick, rated 4.9 from 88 reviews.
  • A&C Street Chefs is a local favourite, rated 4.9 from 206 reviews.
  • AnKiss rounds things out, rated 4.9 from 107 reviews.

Burgers, cocktails and late nights

Ayia Napa does not go quiet early, and these are the places for a burger, a drink and a bit of noise.

  • Robinson's Food & Bar on Nissi Avenue serves generous burgers, ribs, fajitas and cocktails, open late daily. Rated 4.8 from 937 reviews.
  • Asylum Rock Bar is a rock and metal bar with signature cocktails, American-style burgers and live music. Rated 4.9 from 278 reviews.
  • LOCO BONGO DANCE BAR keeps going until 3 am with music, drinks and shisha. Rated 4.8 from 744 reviews.

Skip the queue with pickup

If you would rather eat on the beach or back at your apartment, you can order ahead for commission-free pickup. The venues pay no commission on those orders, which keeps things fair for the kitchens you are supporting. Planning a bigger day out? Build an itinerary with the day planner.

Before you go

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