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Old Village Tavern

Restaurant Greek restaurant

One of the Most Reviewed Greek restaurants in Ayia Napa


Address

Nissi Ave 48, Ayia Napa 5342, Cyprus

Website

oldvillagetavern.com

Contact

+357 23 723950

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (1.3K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Saturday: 12 pm to 12 am
  • Sunday: 12 pm to 12 am
  • Monday: 12 to 11 pm
  • Tuesday: 12 to 11 pm
  • Wednesday: 12 to 11 pm
  • Thursday: 12 to 11 pm
  • Friday: 12 pm to 12 am

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: music (16) great (14) restaurant (13) live (12) good (11) service (10) staff (10) nice (8) atmosphere (8) platter (8)
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  • 5/5 David L. 1 year ago on Google
    I came here last night with my fiancé and my little one to have dinner and we absolutely loved it! I must recognise we did not have great expectations due to be in a very touristy area and my fiance being Greek. However, the food was absolutely delicious! We ordered Dolmaides, chicken souvlakia, and calamari, all very fresh and tender! Even the calamari that I thought they could be chewy/rubbery Iike in some other places but happily I was wrong and it was absolutely yummy and perfectly cooked! They had also traditional live music which is very nice and they were superb! Staff was very friendly and service very fast. So far the best place we have eaten in Ayia Napa and reasonable prices comparing with other restaurants near by. We have been already recommended the place to people we know in our hotel. We'll definitely come back in our last night in town.
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Roman 2 years ago on Google
    Superb Cyprus/Greek food, always fresh and tasty, friendly service, dinner for 3 we paid about 60 EUR. I would recommend the grilled octopus and the vegetarian plate. On weekends live music starting from 19:30 - dinner reservation is recommended.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Johannes T. 8 months ago on Google
    This place is just disgusting! It’s definitely a tourist trap! We ordered 2 fish meze for 70€! and two meat meze for 48€! with 4 people. Nobody of us liked the food, so we asked for the manager but he didn’t really listen and he just said that they have their place since 30 years and they never had a complaint before. We kindly asked for a solution but he just repeated all the time, I don’t accept your complaint, the food is perfect and he just left the table, ignoring us. So we started a conversation with our neighbor table to asked other guests how they like their food. As soon as the staff recognized that, they came back to our table and interrupted our nice conversation with our neighbors and forbid us to talk to other guests cause they were afraid that other guests will also complain, they started to be very aggressive against us. So we’re feeling totally uncomfortable and our ladies got scared and we decided to leave that place immediately. We put half of the bill in cash on the table and was about to leave, but one of the waiters just blocked the exit and was pushing us back. We told them several times that they shouldn’t touch us but they became more and more aggressive and more staff appeared to stop us of from leaving. They were about to start a fight with us and forced us to pay the full amount, which we did when the chef came because he’s absolutely perfect in threaten people to scare them. Actually it felt like they had that kind of situations a lot of times before and they knew how to handle that situations in their favor.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Marina Z. 2 years ago on Google
    A wonderful restaurant, with a great atmosphere and even better food! The staff is helpful and the service is fast. The meat meze we ordered was very tasty! I recommend this place if you ever visit Ayia Napa!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Mariana N. 8 months ago on Google
    I have no idea how this place has 4,6 from more then 1000 reviews. We took the seafood platter and all the seafood was tasting old, we went quite afraid of eating the fish as it was very strange the taste. The staff is actually great, as well the ambience. Only problem was the seafood quality.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Giovana B. 8 months ago on Google
    I booked a table through Google Messages, and the process was quick and easy. One of the highlights of my dining experience was the live music that accompanies dinner every day except Sundays. It added a lively and enjoyable atmosphere to the evening. The menu was extensive, offering a wide variety of options to choose from. The portion sizes were plentiful, and the prices were very reasonable, providing excellent value for money. There were a few minor drawbacks. Hence, I would rate the restaurant 4 stars instead of 5. The rice was not up to par, a bit undercooked. One of the pita breads was completely dry, which affected the overall enjoyment of the dish. Furthermore, the chips were a bit on the oily side. The beer was not super cold, so we only had one bottle. * Another downside, people are allowed to smoke (pretty much everywhere in Cyprus), which for me wasn't pleasing at all.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Clive L. 10 months ago on Google
    One of those places that you want to return to. First of all, this taverna is stunning. Beautiful flowers and decorations everywhere. It feels like someone really loves this place and tries to make it as beautiful as possible. Secondly, food was great. Portion are big, food is very well seasoned and all vegetables are fresh.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kylie B. 2 years ago on Google
    Had the most wonderful lunch. Staff are so friendly, place is clean and it is the first place in a week that we have been here that have asked for the covid pass. We had the local sharing platter for 2. All freshly sourced food from their family farm and it was delicious. A proper taste of all local food and even a children's menu. It was so good we have booked again for tomorrow night. We're going to watch the live music and smash a few plates. 100% recommend this place!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Anna K. 6 months ago on Google
    The vibe was amazing, there is a lot of green plant within the restaurant contributing to the friendly and natural environment. The music was not too loud and to quiet either. The food tasted very good, and the portions were very satisfying. I can recommend it from the bottom of my heart!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kinga P. 9 months ago on Google
    The food was amazing. They have live music - incredible atmosphere! We had a blast. We got the grilled plate, olives and tomato onion feta salad. Try the homemade lemonade - the best I have ever had 🍋
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Catalin C. 9 months ago on Google
    We arrived very late on 03.06 in Ayia Napa and it was close to our hotel. Having good reviews we tried it. Atmosphere is great, they have Cypriot nights with live music. Decor is gorgeous. Service it’s great. Food is very good, I cannot judge by one dish. We had octopus and fried baby calamari. Octopus was a bit dry for my taste and rate it 7/10. The rest was exceptional. Definitely recommended.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Wim R. 9 months ago on Google
    My wife Netty and I were here on Friday May 19th. of this year. We made a reservation in advance, because of the fact that there is live music every friday and saturday. The restaurant looks great on the outside as well as in the inside, the looks of a real authentic tavern. The staff is super friendly and quick, the food and the wine were great. The live music, starting at 6 p.m., was taken care of by a two men band, They made the evening extra great. We enjoyed ourselves so much, that we made a new reservation for the next day, saturday 20th. We sincerely recommand a visit to this magnificent restaurant. You will not regret!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Allie H. 9 months ago on Google
    Needed a rehydration break after a long beach walk, glad I stopped by as this restaurant was extremely unique with a beautiful garden setting and fascinating trinkets all throughout the restaurant that were delightful to observe. Not to mention the service was impeccable from the lovely gentlemen working and my prawn/mussel appetizers were so tasty I wanted to drink the sauce. Well worth the break!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Martina P. 10 months ago on Google
    We ordered the meze and really enjoyed! Huge portions, we were full just from the starter. Maybe ask how many more courses are still coming so you are not surprised like us 😂 the food kept coming, they even had to bring an extra folding table as it didn’t fit. Definitely more then for 2, I would say would be enough for 4. We had to do a takeaway for the last (huge) meat platter and enjoyed it the next day. Staff very friendly and attentive!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Juozas B. 1 year ago on Google
    Wow, what an experience we've had here! Amazing food, best meze we ever eat. And most importantly the staff! We will definitely be back
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Paulina G. 1 year ago on Google
    Cosy and welcoming atmosphere for a good food and drinks. Traditional cuisine! Had seafood platter and white “Daniel” wine! Highly recommended 🙏🥂
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Alex S. 1 year ago on Google
    Pretty mediocre place. If you are a tourist you might like it as you are being exposed to a different cuisine. For me that I'm a local and i can compare it to other places in the near vicinity i will say that its food is mediocre and overpriced. There are much better places, with better environment or even next to the sea with better prices and better food.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Tanya J. 1 year ago on Google
    Great food and atmosphere. They squeezed our huge group of 22 in on a Friday night! The decor is authentic and the food exceptional. There was an entertainer playing Cypriot music and the chance to smash plates! The only dwnside was that, as its an open reataurant it was sooo hot, the cwiling fans werent up to much! Meat platter, seafood platter and lamb kleftiko were amazing!! Would recommend if in Aiya Napa!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Arsic M. 2 years ago on Google
    Excellent Tavern, nice and spacious, with great atmosphere. Unfortunately we didn’t have live music that night (I believe there is live music from Wednesday to Sunday). Great staff and food of course, we had fish and mixed grill, everything was perfect! Keep up the great work!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lee C. 2 years ago on Google
    Fantastic food and service, very accommodating. The food is all extremely fresh and traditional. Best restaurant in the area! Would highly recommend :)
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sergei R. 1 year ago on Google
    Very good food. Lamb chops were excellent. Staff was very friendly and helpful. I suggest to visit this place and you won't regret it. Plus in addition you can let your steam out (look at attached photo)

  • 4/5 Sónia M. 1 year ago on Google
    Traditional Cypriot tavern with unique decoration. The food was very delicious. Liked the presentation of the food, colourful and appealing. Very nice to start your meal with a warm bread. Didn't like the background music, the same music was played over and over. Such a shame we didn't have the live greek music when we visit. The staff was very attentive. Felt the service could have been quicker. Overall nice restaurant, recommended.

  • 5/5 Katrina C. 1 year ago on Google
    Very cozy and chill restaurant that offers high quality food and service! Everything on the plate was fresh and delicious. Sea bream blew me away! It was melting in my mouth. We also ordered piña colada which was a perfect match to our food. Serving time was decent and the atmosphere is superb! Highly recommended!

  • 5/5 Stangeran N. 9 months ago on Google
    The best traditional restaurant in all of Cyprus. A few weeks ago I had the opportunity to spend a few days in Cyprus and Ayia Napa. Luckily, from my first night, I found this amazing place to have dinner. I was very satisfied with the food, service, kindness and helpfulness. The place, it's a wonderful treasure chest in Ayia Napa. Thanks to my first day's experience, of course I came back and enjoyed my last day in Cyprus in the Old Village, my dinner accompanied by perfect grapes and traditional Greek live music. This was my first visit to Cyprus, but it certainly won't be my last. Thanks to the whole team for the great experience.

  • 5/5 Nora S. 2 years ago on Google
    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐😍Best restaurant at the area, lovely staff, tasty food, beautiful design, luxury toilets 👌we tried the authentic meze, one picture from the food is missing :) way enough for 2 person, and we tried a dry white wine which starts with a P.... (dont remember) thats a good choice :D

  • 5/5 Rita B. 7 months ago on Google
    It’s such a beautiful restaurant with lovely food. We had the king prawns flambe and the chicken kebab and both were delicious and in great portions. The staff was also really nice and the atmosphere was very cozy and positive.

  • 5/5 Terec C. 2 years ago on Google
    The place looks very nice, food is great, big and tasty portions for decent prices. Nice place to have a good dinner. Fish platter and meat platter are very good as per the photos attached to this review.

  • 5/5 Tomas B. 4 months ago on Google
    Very nice welcome and service! saganaki,grilled haloumi and Greek salad as starters were spot on and recommended sea beam fish was fresh and juicy...next time I would ask for less sides like rice and potatoes and replace them by Greek salad...where feta made wa real difference.

  • 1/5 Souffle S. 4 months ago on Google
    The food was wasn't anything special. My Pork Afelia was drowning in oil and coriander. The meat itself was very tender, but it should have been drained before serving or the oil/sauce it was in should have been seasoned differently. My friend's chicken flambe was cooked unevenly. The dishes came with a huge portion of rice and potatoes and a small side salad. I wouldn't go back.

  • 5/5 Piotr “Lord” D. 2 years ago on Google
    Good food, small menu with selection of traditional food. Prices are reasonable but a bit higher. In the evenings full, good to make reservation. Very fast service. They require flypass at entrance, which is very good so take it with you. Portions are also big like in most places here :)


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Late-night food
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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