Kaiki

Kaiki is a seafood restaurant at Akti Papanikoli 5 on the Nea Chora seafront in Chania, on the Greek island of Crete. Nea Chora is the western beach quarter of the city, a short distance from the Old Town, and the restaurant sits on the promenade with the sea as its backdrop. The cuisine is seafood-led, with the kitchen offering a mix of Greek meze and more composed fish dishes at a price level above the average Old Town taverna. Signature dishes include shrimp orzotto, a risotto-style dish made with orzo pasta; sea bass fillet; and a selection of seafood meze plates for the table. The menu leans on the day's catch, so offerings vary with the season and the market. The dining room character is relaxed and seaside, with a casual-smart dress code, tables facing the water and a noise level that is generally moderate, with the sound of the sea and the promenade providing background. The evening light over the bay is a draw in summer, and the western position of Nea Chora gives sunset views over the water. Prices are upper mid-range, with a typical meal costing roughly EUR 30-50 per person with drinks. Cretan and Greek white wines pair naturally with the seafood, and the restaurant also offers local spirits and a short list of cocktails. Reservations are advisable, especially for dinner and for tables closest to the water in summer; the restaurant can be reached on +30 2821 094466. Lunch and dinner are served in season, and winter hours should be confirmed locally. The location makes the restaurant a good choice for visitors combining a morning at Nea Chora beach with a seaside meal, away from the busier harbour strip in the Old Town.