ParosRestaurants

The definitive dining guide to Paros: Michelin-starred culinary institutions, iconic local bistros, reservation secrets, and must-order signature dishes.

01

Barbarossa

CUISINE:AEGEAN GREEK
SETTING:WATERFRONT
ATMOSPHERE:SOCIAL-HUB
SPECIALTY:FRESH AEGEAN FISH

Barbarossa sits beside Naousa’s old harbor, framed by whitewashed walls and weathered fishing boats. Sea air moves across candlelit tables while the waterfront grows lively after sunset.

Must Try:Fresh Aegean Fish
02

Matsuhisa Paros

CUISINE:JAPANESE PERUVIAN
SETTING:BEACHFRONT
ATMOSPHERE:FINE-DINING
SPECIALTY:BLACK COD MISO

Set beside Piperi Beach, Matsuhisa Paros pairs pale stone, warm wood, and open Aegean views. The dining room feels polished yet relaxed, with sea light softening every table.

Must Try:Black Cod Miso
03

Siparos

CUISINE:GREEK MEDITERRANEAN
SETTING:WATERFRONT
ATMOSPHERE:FINE-DINING
SPECIALTY:SALT-BAKED WHOLE FISH

Siparos sits beside a small beach, with whitewashed walls and tables facing the Aegean. Sea air moves through the open dining room as fishing boats cross the bay.

Must Try:Salt-Baked Whole Fish
04

Mario Restaurant

CUISINE:GREEK MEDITERRANEAN
SETTING:WATERFRONT
ATMOSPHERE:FINE-DINING
SPECIALTY:SEAFOOD CEVICHE

Mario spreads turquoise chairs across Naoussa’s stone square, steps from the fishing harbor. At sunset, warm light settles over lively tables and glasses of Parian wine. The mood is polished yet relaxed, shaped by the evening rhythm of the village.

Must Try:Seafood Ceviche
05

Yemeni Wine Restaurant

CUISINE:YEMENI
SETTING:STREET-SIDE
ATMOSPHERE:CASUAL
SPECIALTY:SLOW-COOKED LAMB MANDI

Whitewashed walls and warm lighting create an intimate Cycladic dining room. The kitchen pairs seasonal island produce with fresh seafood, herbs, and local cheeses.

Must Try:Slow-Cooked Lamb Mandi
06

Sigi Ikthios

CUISINE:GREEK SEAFOOD
SETTING:WATERFRONT
ATMOSPHERE:CASUAL
SPECIALTY:DAILY CATCH

Sigi Ikthios feels calm, intimate, and rooted in Paros. Fresh Aegean seafood arrives with local olive oil, tomatoes, capers, and herbs. Clean flavors keep each plate focused on the quality of its ingredients.

Must Try:Daily Catch
07

Tsachpinis

CUISINE:GREEK
SETTING:WATERFRONT
ATMOSPHERE:HERITAGE
SPECIALTY:GRILLED OCTOPUS

Must Try:Grilled Octopus
08

Mediterraneo

CUISINE:GREEK MEDITERRANEAN
SETTING:WATERFRONT
ATMOSPHERE:CASUAL
SPECIALTY:CUTTLEFISH INK RISOTTO

Must Try:Cuttlefish Ink Risotto
09

Soso Restaurant

CUISINE:GREEK
SETTING:STREET-SIDE
ATMOSPHERE:CASUAL
SPECIALTY:SEAFOOD ORZO

Soso fills a whitewashed Naoussa lane with small tables beneath flowering bougainvillea. The intimate setting feels polished, warm, and unmistakably Cycladic after sunset.

Must Try:Seafood Orzo
10

Palia Agora

CUISINE:GREEK
SETTING:STREET-SIDE
ATMOSPHERE:HERITAGE
SPECIALTY:SALATOURI

Must Try:Salatouri
11

Glafkos

CUISINE:GREEK
SETTING:BEACHFRONT
ATMOSPHERE:CASUAL
SPECIALTY:GRILLED SEA BASS

Must Try:Grilled Sea Bass
12

Galazia Hytra

CUISINE:MODERN GREEK
SETTING:ROOFTOP
ATMOSPHERE:FINE-DINING
SPECIALTY:AEGEAN FISH SOUP

Must Try:Aegean Fish Soup
13

Paron

CUISINE:GREEK MEDITERRANEAN
SETTING:HIDDEN-GEM
ATMOSPHERE:FINE-DINING
SPECIALTY:CYCLADIC SALAD

Must Try:Cycladic Salad
14

Rada

CUISINE:CONTEMPORARY GREEK
SETTING:BEACHFRONT
ATMOSPHERE:FINE-DINING
SPECIALTY:CYCLADIC ONION PIE

Must Try:Cycladic Onion Pie
15

Kapari

CUISINE:GREEK
SETTING:STREET-SIDE
ATMOSPHERE:HERITAGE
SPECIALTY:OCTOPUS RISONI

Must Try:Octopus Risoni
16

Safran

CUISINE:GREEK MEDITERRANEAN
SETTING:STREET-SIDE
ATMOSPHERE:CASUAL
SPECIALTY:COD LOUKOUMAS

Must Try:Cod Loukoumas
17

Blue Oyster

CUISINE:GREEK SEAFOOD
SETTING:WATERFRONT
ATMOSPHERE:CASUAL
SPECIALTY:DAILY CATCH

Blue Oyster sits beside the water in quiet Ampelas, with tables facing the Aegean. Whitewashed walls, pale wood, and blue accents keep the setting relaxed and clean. The sea feels close enough to shape every plate and conversation.

Must Try:Daily Catch
18

Halaris Ouzeri

CUISINE:GREEK SEAFOOD
SETTING:WATERFRONT
ATMOSPHERE:CASUAL
SPECIALTY:GRILLED OCTOPUS

Halaris Ouzeri pairs whitewashed Cycladic simplicity with closely set tables and an easy island rhythm. Plates arrive for sharing, led by seafood, local vegetables, bright lemon, and Greek olive oil. The mood is relaxed, social, and shaped by the clean salt air of Paros.

Must Try:Grilled Octopus
19

SeaRocks Paros

CUISINE:MODERN GREEK
SETTING:WATERFRONT
ATMOSPHERE:FINE-DINING
SPECIALTY:SEA BREAM CARPACCIO

Must Try:Sea bream carpaccio
20

Crios

CUISINE:GREEK MEDITERRANEAN
SETTING:BEACHFRONT
ATMOSPHERE:SOCIAL-HUB
SPECIALTY:STEAMED GROUPER

Must Try:Steamed Grouper