Nykterida Restaurant

This magnificent restaurant first started work long ago in 1933. For decades, Nykterida was specialized in Cretan cuisine. From 2000 to 2006, new dishes were created by the chef, Dimitris Sarmoutsos, which, without changing traditions, are also based on Cretan cuisine. Approaching the restaurant, guests will be delighted with the beauty of the covered and garden areas, stunning views of the azure sea surface from the terrace of the restaurant.

Nykterida restaurant is located in the unique village of Korakies, which is located at a distance of 8 kilometres from Chania. If the road from the airport to your vacation site runs through Korakies, you should definitely stop to get a bite to eat here.

The restaurant is very popular among tourists who visit the architectural monuments of Venizelou in Akrotiri. You just need to walk about 1 kilometre on foot and you are there. After eventful sightseeing tours filled with the spirit of the past, when coming to the restaurant, guests plunge into the Cretan gastronomic culture of eating. Throughout their stay, the guests will be able to admire exceptional panoramic views – the fascinating White Mountains and amazing expanses of the gulf of Souda.

This place is perfect for a romantic dinner, a family dinner or celebration of various festivities, such as weddings, christenings or other events. The main dining area is designed for 500 persons; in addition, it will be a perfect place to relax on cold winter nights.

Nykterida restaurant is known for its values ​​in the preparation of Cretan dishes, bakery products, which are baked using a wood-fired oven. There, pies, crackers and bread are prepared using the traditional Cretan recipes.

National Cretan cuisine is famous for using the freshest dairy products, adding wild herbs, a huge amount of greens, seasonal vegetables, fruits, seafood and, of course, olive oil.

People working in Nykterida have a huge store of knowledge, necessary skills, and extensive experience in servicing. This allows providing the highest level service, organizing a reception as the guests wish – there are special prices and exceptional hospitality!

Services

• Interactive cooking lessons are arranged for English-speaking groups. Groups of tourists are offered to choose their own products, cook and eat the food cooked by them. Prior to start an exciting event wine tasting in the wine cellar will be obligatory.
• A visit to the wine cellar with an area of ​​40 square meters is accessible to everyone. It is made unique due to the finishing material – a volcanic rock brought from the island of Santorini.