Think Tank

Think Tank is an espresso and wine bar at Andreou Kritis 7 in the centre of Heraklion, Crete, Greece, set in a renovated neoclassical building. Neoclassical architecture is relatively uncommon in a city whose historic core is mostly Venetian and Ottoman, which gives the building a distinctive look among the Old Town's venues. The bar pairs specialty coffee by day with Cretan wines in the evening, so it works across the whole day.

The crowd is a mix of locals, remote workers, students and visitors, usually in their mid-twenties to forties. Dress is casual to smart-casual, and there is no door policy. The atmosphere is calm and conversational, closer to a wine bar than a nightclub, and it suits visitors who want a quiet drink, a reading or working session by day or a relaxed start to an evening out. Music is kept in the background.

The drinks programme has two strands. Specialty coffee, including espresso-based drinks, is the daytime focus. In the evening the emphasis moves to Cretan wines, with glasses at about EUR 5-9 (USD 5.75-10). Crete has a long wine tradition, and local varieties such as Vidiano, Vilana, Kotsifali and Mandilari are commonly poured across the island, so visitors interested in regional wine can ask the staff for a local recommendation. Cocktails and beer may also be available, though the full list is not confirmed.

Opening hours are not confirmed. Venues of this type usually open in the morning and close around or after midnight, with the evening wine trade strongest on Thursday to Saturday. No cover charge applies, reservations are generally unnecessary except for larger groups, and bottle service is not a feature. Visitors should check locally for current hours.

The central address puts Think Tank within walking distance of Lions Square and the Archaeological Museum, so it is a practical stop for a coffee after sightseeing or a glass of wine before dinner. It is one of the quieter options for those who prefer conversation to loud music.