Corfu’s Med diet is one of the healthiest and tastiest on the planet. Fresh, locally grown ingredients are key to Corfiot cuisine, as are lashings of homegrown olive oil. Hearty dishes of lamb and game, fresh seafood, and made-for-sharing mezze plates are what you’ll find on most Corfiot dining tables, typically partnered with glasses of wine from nearby vineyards. The dining scene is dominated by traditional Greek cooking, with restaurants in Corfu ranging from rustic tavernas to stylish modern venues – many with atmospheric ocean views and alfresco terraces.
If you’re the kind of person who chooses a destination based on its food and drink scene, then look no further than this Greek island. It’s time to get those tastebuds tingling with our list of the best restaurants in Corfu and some foodie-fuelled experiences for your next holiday!
Corfu cooking classes, tours and tastings:
1. Ambelonas, Karoumpatika
Credit: Ambelonas, Karoumpatika
Anyone craving great Corfiot cuisine can learn how to cook traditional recipes and then feast on the fruits of their labour at this interactive cooking class. Led by chef and cookbook author Vasiliki Karounou, the session kicks off with a quick history lesson of the vineyard and gardens where the class takes place, followed by a full-on cooking session covering the common ingredients and techniques of Corfu’s culinary culture. You’ll taste local products and end up preparing a five-course meal. The class also includes a copy of Vasiliki’s cookbook, Corfiot Cuisine.
2. Corfu Beer, Arillas
Credit: Corfu Beer, Arillas
Founded with the goal of crafting world-class real ale in Corfu, this microbrewery makes five exclusive beers that are now sold throughout Greece. Master brewer Claudio Mouzakitis produces a real ale called Ionian Gold and a string of trendy bottled beers, including everything from a dark bitter to an IPA. The family-run brewery is dedicated to using pure ingredients that are free from chemicals, and brewery tours showcase the work and vision of the small team and their sought-after products.
3. Corfu Walking Tours, Corfu Town
Corfu Walking Tours, Corfu Town
If you really want to get under the skin of Corfu’s culinary scene, let a local foodie lead you to the best spots in town. The experts at Corfu Food Tours offer an excellent walking tour around the open-air market, where they’ll let you in on the finest producers of everything from ouzo to cheese. Visit artisan traders in specialist food shops, all handpicked for their expertise and the quality of the produce. During the tour, you can taste local seafood, cold cuts, olives and olive oil, and traditional snacks such as spinach and cheese pies. They also offer a food and cultural tour or a wine-tasting tour.
Best restaurants in Corfu:
4. Oliva Ristorante, Nisaki
Corfu Town, Greece
One of the highest-rated restaurants in Corfu, Oliva Ristorante is a cosy and stylish eatery offering a delightful blend of Mediterranean and Italian cuisine. Located in the heart of Corfu Town, it provides a welcoming ambience with elegant decor and a relaxed atmosphere. Guests can enjoy a variety of dishes, including fresh seafood, pasta, and local specialities, all prepared with high-quality ingredients. Its attentive service and charming setting make it easy to see why it ranks so highly among locals and visitors.
5. Avli, Corfu Town
Credit: Avli Restaurant, Corfu Town
At the Avli restaurant, you can feast on local ouzo, good wine, and traditional Greek dishes, such as bouyiourdi (baked feta with spicy peppers, tomatoes and paprika) and agioritiki tigania (a chicken and pork sausage dish with onions and white wine). There are also plenty of more familiar Mediterranean dishes and local favourites on the appetisers, mezze and salad menus, as well as grilled meats and fresh seafood. With an open-air dining room bordered by Eucalyptus trees, overlooking both the sea and Old Fortress, the setting is nothing short of enchanting.
6. The White House, Kalami
The White House in Kalami
Dine like the Durrells at The White House in the picturesque village of Kalami. Now one of the best restaurants in Corfu, it also has a rich history; the house once served as the summer residence of Lawrence Durrell and has since become a beloved spot for both locals and visitors, offering a warm, inviting environment paired with excellent food and service. Boasting stunning views of the Ionian Sea, you can enjoy fresh Mediterranean cuisine – including seafood, grilled meats, and traditional Greek dishes – while overlooking the crystal-clear waters.
7. Corfu Sailing Restaurant, Old Fortress
Credit: Corfu Sailing Restaurant, Old Fortress
Head for the Corfu Sailing Restaurant for a special meal in an equally special location. Follow the old stone pathway that winds to the harbour on the north side of Corfu Town’s Old Fortress, and you’ll find this atmospheric dining room right on the water’s edge. With its position inside the Old Fortress, this place is a piece of history right at the heart of Corfu. The menu comprises Mediterranean and Greek dishes, with special attention paid to fresh fish and seafood.
8. Pazuzu, Pelekas
Credit: Pazuzu, Pelekas
This much-loved beach club and restaurant embodies the concept of barefoot luxe and attracts a suitably chic crowd. Spend the day spread out on sunbeds, having cocktails and snacks delivered to your side. Or arrive for sunset drinks before retreating into the airy restaurant for more substantial dishes, such as black Angus rib-eye or roasted wild sea bass, while a DJ spins a laid-back house and techno set.
9. Trilogia Restaurant Corfu, Kassiopi
Credit: Trilogia Restaurant Corfu, Kassiopi
With a friendly vibe and a romantic beachfront setting beneath the ancient castle walls, the Trilogia Restaurant is a truly atmospheric dining spot. Heading up the kitchen is a master chef with 25 years of experience crafting classic Greek and Mediterranean dishes from the finest local ingredients, including net-fresh fish, top-quality meat, and some of the best wines in Greece. The dining room’s floor-to-ceiling windows are pulled back to bring in the breeze on warm summer nights, while tables on the terrace enjoy uninterrupted sea views.
10. Pyramid Restaurant & Cocktail Bar, Saint Spiridon
Credit: Pyramid Restaurant & Cocktail Bar, Saint Spiridon
The stone and marble dining room overlooks the restaurant’s private stretch of beach so that you can enjoy your food with a cracking view. Dishes are made with homegrown ingredients from the restaurant’s gardens. And there is a stylish restaurant bar on the beach, ideal for pre-dinner sundowners or late-night cocktails and music after your meal.
11. Vitamins Taverna, Nissaki
Credit: Vitamins Taverna, Nissaki
Vitamins restaurant has been in the same family for three decades and retains the ethos it had when it opened: to showcase the best of Corfu’s homegrown produce. Its name, which references the nutritional value of eating fresh, local food, echoes the sentiment. Beautiful and simply prepared Greek dishes are served on the dining room’s swoon-worthy hillside terrace, which affords panoramic views over the sea. And while seafood and grilled meats are among the menu’s standouts, vegetarians and vegans are also well catered for here.
12. Cavalieri Hotel Roof Garden, Corfu Town
Credit: Cavalieri Hotel
If you’re a rooftop bar fan (and why wouldn’t you be?), this last entry on our list of restaurants in Corfu will be right up your street. Ranked #13 out of 50 of the best rooftop bars and restaurants by CNN International, this hotel rooftop is the best place for a sunset cocktail or an evening meal. With the Old Fortress in one direction, a local fishing bay in the other, and towering above Corfu Town – there’s no better setting for your dining experience.
If our list of restaurants in Corfu has given you an appetite for a luxury villa holiday in Corfu, take a look at our full guide to the island and our handpicked collection of villas in Corfu. Contact our friendly concierge team for help deciding where to stay.
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