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Taverna O Thespis

Thespidos 18 | Plaka, Athens 10556, Greece
+30.210.3238242
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Ranked #83 of 1,054 restaurants in Athens
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Groups, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
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Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Groups, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
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San Diego CA
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20 reviews 20 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
34 helpful votes 34 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2013

Our second visit to this fine, authentic Greek restaurant. We first went in 2010 based on the Rick Steves recommendation. After being accosted seemingly every two minutes by beggars sitting in Plaka restaurants, this restaurant, on a side street near the Lysicratos monument, is in a very quiet, pleasant setting. The food is excellent; the service friendly and effecient. If... More

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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26 reviews 26 reviews
17 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 September 2012

Lovely outdoor setting, with view of Acropolis from some tables and view over a green valley from others. A little off the beaten path so not crowded. Food was simple standard Greek fare, but very well prepared. Service was prompt and friendly, with little extras thrown in (fresh fruit and after-dinner drinks thrown in gratis). Live music (a guitarist and... More

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Toronto
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41 reviews 41 reviews
15 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
66 helpful votes 66 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 September 2012

This is a cute, multi-level outdoor taverna tucked into a side-street halfway up to the acropolis and framed in grape vines - everything looks like it's in soft-focus ... very romantic at night. Service was very attentive and friendly. Food was simple but excellently done. Basic local wine list. Musicians playing at a nearby table throughout the meal were a... More

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Brussels, Belgium
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 September 2012

I found this restaurant on TripAdvisor before leaving for Greece and noticed that it had been written up by Rick Steves. It's off the beaten track, which makes it a lovely quiet place to relax over a good meal and a decent glass of wine. I sat under a huge tree, almost as the only patron for lunch on a... More

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See 2 more reviews by WendyDL for Athens
Roma
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35 reviews 35 reviews
23 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 August 2012

If you want to eat in the popular Plaka district while trying to stay away from the likely "trap for tourists" type of restaurant that you might very well encounter in this super crowded area of Athens, you might want to try this place. We had been adviced to go there and it was indeed a good advice. We visited... More

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See 2 more reviews by Pierluigi B for Athens
santa monica, california
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 August 2012

The food here was exceptional and the atmosphere pleasant. We lingered drinking it all in. They didn't rush us off.

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See 5 more reviews by edwin27 for Athens
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 July 2012 via mobile

We had lunch in a quiet and typical mediterranean place, I took a fish with an excellent garlic sauce. And the owner offered us fruits as desert.

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Indianapolis, Indiana
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17 reviews 17 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 July 2012 via mobile

Took Rick Steve's recommendation to eat here. Was treated to complementary ouzo (though it was hard to drink...it was great to try). Highly recommended....walk around until you find it!

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fife scotland
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18 reviews 18 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 July 2012

Live music with great food and atmosphere. Service also very attentive. A beautiful terraced dinning area in the Plaka area.

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Melbourne, Australia
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41 reviews 41 reviews
25 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 July 2012 via mobile

Nice place on the hill away from the masses. Bread was lovely and fresh, crunchy crust with soft inside. Provided at no request by costs 1€ pp. However, moussaka and chicken souvlaki complete fail. Could hardly finish it.

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