Explore the flavours and fragrances of Crete by sampling our world-famous gastronomic offerings - inspired by the island’s legendary natural produce and unique local delicacies. Avli is proud to offer traditional dishes with a history and identity shaped by Crete’s rich gastronomic culture, and new and exciting interpretations of Cretan cuisine.
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Avli offers a unique and intimate fine-dining experience with exceptional personal service. Catering to all tastes and dietary needs, Avli’s award-winning restaurant has become an icon of modern Cretan gastronomy.
Avli’s dishes reflect the essence of Cretan and Greek culinary traditions infused with contemporary flair. The old ways and the new, combining to make an unforgettable gastronomic experience.
Begin your day with the timeless elegance and wholesome simplicity of the Avli breakfast, which pays homage to the nourishing traditions of the Cretan diet. Every dish is a celebration of freshness, featuring sun-ripened fruit, smooth local dairy products, eggs with golden yolks from happy hens, freshly baked breads, aromatic jams and pure, amber-coloured honey. Every ingredient is carefully sourced from trusted organic producers, ensuring an authentic experience of well-being and refined indulgence with every mouthful.
Avli's Enoteca (traditional wine cellar) provides the perfect spot to savour uniquely curated wines from Crete, Greece and beyond. One of the largest restaurant wine cellars in Greece, our specially curated collection features wines from over 460 producers, all chosen for their fine quality. Join us to sample many of the finest Greek wines, and the new generation Cretan wines at our regular wine-tastings.
Delicacies of the Cretan kitchen