KuzinavsVaroulko Seaside
Both establishments are recommended by writers. On balance, Varoulko Seaside scores significantly higher than Kuzina. Varoulko Seaside ranks #2 in Athens with recommendations from 7 sources such as Michelin Guide, DK Eyewitness and Lonely Planet.
Kuzina
Fodor's
Frommer's
Travel + Leisure
Michelin Guide
Rough Guide
Lonely Planet
Adrianou 9, Thiseio, Athens, Greece
From $0/night
Fodor's "Sleek, dazzlingly decorated, and moodily lit, this bistro attracts many style-conscious Athenians." Full review
Frommer's "With its views of the Temple of Hephaestus, the Agora, and the Acropolis, this gem of contemporary Greek cuisine has exceptional dishes, impeccable service, and a roof garden terrace to die for." Full review
Travel + Leisure "At this casually chic whitewashed gem, on pedestrian-only Adrianou Street, the menu changes with the season." Full review
Michelin Guide 0 Stars
"A lively split-level restaurant in a busy pedestrianised street; its shelves crammed with alcohol and homemade preserves." Full review
Rough Guide "Far more adventurous than the average Greek taverna, Kuzina’s fusion cooking sets it well apart from its neighbouring rivals."
Lonely Planet "Expect inventive Greek fusion, such as Cretan pappardelle or chicken with figs and sesame." Full review
Varoulko Seaside
Concierge Fodor's Frommer's Lonely Planet Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness Rough Guide Michelin Guide
Akti Koumoundourou 52, Piraeus 18533, Greece
From $0/night
Concierge "Lazarou rises before dawn to source his psari (baked seafood dishes) and treats them in ways that veer into classical French territory without ever leaving Greece."
Fodor's "Not one to rest on his Michelin star, acclaimed chef Lefteris Lazarou is constantly trying to outdo himself with magnificent results." Full review
Frommer's "There are no bizarre combinations of ingredients, there is no foam—just excellent fresh everything. As a bonus, there's an Acropolis view from the rooftop terrace, which is open in summer." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"For a heady Greek dining experience, try the Michelin-starred combination of Acropolis views and delicious seafood." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Varoulko's reputation as one of the best seafood restaurants in Greece stems from the creativity of chef-owner Lefteris Lazarou." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Michelin-starred chef Lefteris Lazarou has diversified from the innovative fish dishes at the original Piraeus branch of Varoulko to create unlikely recipes such as goat risotto."
Rough Guide "The elaborate and innovative seafood dishes are worth it: the cool, modern setting includes a summer roof terrace with Acropolis views."
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"Varoulko has relocated to Mikrolimano Marina - the chef's old neighbourhood." Full review
