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Lotus Eaters

Seafront | 250meters From Main Square, Keeping the Sea to Your Left, Elounda, Crete 72053, Greece
28410 41538
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Ranked #1 of 63 restaurants in Elounda
Price range: ₹1,498 - ₹4,265
Cuisines: Greek, Mediterranean, Seafood, International
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Groups, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, View, Entertaining clients, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Delivery, After-hours, Dessert
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Groups, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, View, Entertaining clients, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Delivery, After-hours, Dessert
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Tel Aviv, Israel
1 review
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

Strange to see this taverna N 1???Place and location is good but that's it!!!! Good is average with very specific taste.... Definatly not for us. Overrated and of coarse not number one.

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Herndon, Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

It took us two attempts to find Lotus Eaters but well worth it (from the main square, head toward the Ferryman Taverna sign on the waterfront and go a little farther when you reach it). We ate outside with a nice view over the water. Dan waited us on us and made our meal into a fun experience. He filleted... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW via mobile

Have literally just come from rhe restaurant. The hummus was the best myself and wife have ever had. That includes visiting many many delis and making it ourselves. Our main courses the Stifado and Spiced Lamb were rich and full of flavour. Service was immaculate and we will be returning on Wednesday. Thank you for an excellent evening.

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

After visiting this place after all good reviews we can say that the food is the worst we ate in Crete. We had a stomach problem all day after his african food. Total disappointment .Give it a miss.

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LotusCrete, Owner at Lotus Eaters, responded to this review
17 June 2013

Thank you for taking the time to review our "african food", its moroccan spiced lamb by the way,if you had eaten with us, you would know. Its one of 3 dishes we cook fresh everyday so trust me,it wasn't my food that made you sick. I just wish you had shared some of your positive expieriences with TA & put... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW via mobile

What can I say that other reviewers haven't? This is a fantastic Taverna offering something different yet still staying true to Elounda/ Greece. The service can't be faulted and offers an experience as well as a fab meal. If your lucky enough to go on a night where Daniel has made a cheesecake then your in for a treat! They... More

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LotusCrete, Owner at Lotus Eaters, responded to this review
17 June 2013

Thank for you the lovely review. Reading such nice things written about our restaurant gives us the ability to keep up the good work, to come to work smiling and generally to be here to provide you all with the best dinning experience we can. Hope you had a fantastic holiday, Hope to see you again next year, Daniel &... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2013 NEW via mobile

Two words describe this restaurant 'absolutely fabulous' will be going again without a doubt food outstanding as is the service & the host

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LotusCrete, Owner at Lotus Eaters, responded to this review
17 June 2013

Short and sweet: beautiflu review: thank you! I am sure I will be lucky enough to serve you again one day, Thank you again, Daniel & Team More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2013 NEW

Not knowing anything about which restaurants were the best on our first night of holiday, this was the first place we came across in our walk down from our hotel, and as it was getting late, decided to try it rather than exploring further and potentially ending up with nothing! We had an absolutely excellent meal (tzatziki with fried courgette,... More

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LotusCrete, Owner at Lotus Eaters, responded to this review
15 June 2013

Amazing review: Thank you. We do our best to make our restaurant look as cosy & inviting as possible, especially in the evenings. As for the steaks and lamb chops: hats off to my butcher because the quality has been consistantly excellent & to my chef (Thanos) for working the grill with skill even when he is inundated with orders.... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2013 NEW

Dare to be different, and try this well crafted mix of Greek and North African - the Moroccan lamb was particularly good. The hummus and pita bread was also excellent. Closed for lunch on Tuesdays - but when it is open, well worth a visit.

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LotusCrete, Owner at Lotus Eaters, responded to this review
15 June 2013

Thank you for the outstanding review, sorry if we missed you on tuesday. Lunch trade virtually stops as it gets hotter so we allow ourselves a half day closure once a week. My father is so proud that his moroccan lamb & humus recipes continue to impress even after his retirement from the kitchen 2 years ago. Thank you again,... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2013 via mobile

We had a large group (13 people) and had a fantastic evening. The service, people and food were world class. When trying to locate the restaurant, we asked a handful of cab drivers if they knew where it was and all acted like they did not know what we were talking about. We were later told that the owner does... More

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LotusCrete, Owner at Lotus Eaters, responded to this review
15 June 2013

Thank you for taking the time to write us such a nice review,it means alot to me to get a state side review and to know we managed to successfully cater for 13 comfortably. As for my friends the taxi drivers: never mind, what can I do? Its just a shame that when I ring them they know exactly where... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

I can only repeat what others have said on here. My friend and I really enjoyed our meal here. The cooking is of a particularly high standard and the welcome is warm. Some people are commenting on the small portions or no veg, but to be honest, after having meals at other places where you are given potatoes, rice and... More

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LotusCrete, Owner at Lotus Eaters, responded to this review
15 June 2013

Thank you for your amazing review,sorry it took so long for me to respond; we've been keeping ourselves very busy! Our formula remains the same: simple home cooked food, fresh local ingredients, nothing to fancy and no pressure to turn tables. I am glad that worked for you, Thank you again, Daniel More

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