I Foukou tou Giakoumi

Η Φουκού του Γιακουμή is a traditional Cypriot grill taverna tucked into a residential street in Engomi, Nicosia. The kitchen cooks everything over charcoal, keeping the menu short and focused on Cypriot classics such as souvlaki and sheftalies. Regulars describe it as a cosy, laid-back taverna with genuine local character, though the indoor dining room can get lively and noisy when busy. Reviewers repeatedly highlight the flavour and quality of the grilled meat and the simplicity of the menu as the restaurant's strength, with one calling it 'one of the top souvlaki places in Nicosia.' Service is generally quick, though experiences vary from friendly and efficient to less accommodating during a busy, fully booked Wednesday night. Open for lunch and dinner six days a week and closed on Sundays, it suits diners seeking straightforward, charcoal-grilled Cypriot comfort food in an unpretentious, local setting.