Epirus is a rugged, mountainous region in northwestern Greece bordering Albania, renowned for its dramatic landscapes, ancient history, and rich culinary traditions. Dominated by the Pindus mountain range and the Vikos–Aoös National Park — home to one of the world's deepest gorges — Epirus offers pristine rivers, stone-built villages, Byzantine monasteries, and the atmospheric lakeside city of Ioannina.
Top restaurants
Handpicked picks for the best dining experiences.
To Mantelo
Popular Epirote / Traditional Greek restaurant in Epirus.
Known for: Bourani (pork with wheat berries), offal dishes, local pites
Anexartisias 25, Ioannina 45221, Greece
Taverna Astraka
Popular Traditional Greek / Zagori restaurant in Epirus.
Known for: Mountain lamb, local cheese pies, Zagori trout
Megalo Papingo 44004, Zagori, Greece
Gastra
Popular Greek / Grills restaurant in Epirus.
Known for: Clay-pot slow-cooked meats, vegetarian mezedes
Kastro District, Ioannina 45221, Greece
Stoa tou Mitsi
Popular Greek / Meze restaurant in Epirus.
Known for: Ouzo and tsipouro with local mezedes, eel from Lake Pamvotis
Karatza 2, Ioannina 45221, Greece
Frontzou Politia
Popular Traditional Greek / Epirote restaurant in Epirus.
Known for: Whole-roasted lamb, traditional pites, local wine from Zitsa
Plateia Mavrili 4, Ioannina 45221, Greece
Ta Steki tis Rinas
Popular Seafood / Lake fish restaurant in Epirus.
Known for: Lake eel (Pamvotis eel), frogs' legs, carp
Ioannina Island Waterfront, 45221, Greece
Metsovone Cheese House
Popular Greek / Cheese platters restaurant in Epirus.
Known for: Metsovone smoked cheese, Metsovela, local wines
Central Square, Metsovo 44200, Greece
To Giozefakis
Popular Greek Grill restaurant in Epirus.
Known for: Souvlaki, pita gyros, lamb chops
Navarinou 7, Ioannina 45221, Greece
Restaurants by cuisine
Browse picks grouped by cuisine type.
Greek
To Mantelo
Taverna Astraka
Gastra
Stoa tou Mitsi
Frontzou Politia
Metsovone Cheese House
To Giozefakis
Katoi Restaurant Konitsa
Pikoulis Bakery & Pita Shop
O Kokkoras Taverna
Taverna Tolis Tsepelovo
To Mikro Kafeneio
Papanikolas Restaurant Parga
Kafeneio I Drosia
To Spiti tis Galatas
Ouzeri Lita
Petros Fish Taverna Preveza
Symposium Lounge Restaurant
Ipirotis Gefseis
Traditional Epirote
Kyria Katerina (Aristi Village)
Platanos Taverna Aristi
Epirote
Pita tou Ftera
International
Borsalino Café-Bar Ioannina
Seafood
Ta Steki tis Rinas
Vlach
Arxontiko Restaurant Metsovo
Dining etiquette & tips
Navigate the local food scene confidently.
Tipping practices vary — check local customs. Service charge is often included.
Restaurants may close between lunch and dinner. Plan meals around local dining hours.
Popular restaurants may not take reservations — arrive early or be prepared to wait.
Food budget guide
What to expect at different price points.
| Level | Price | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | $5-15/meal | Street food, local eateries, and simple restaurants. |
| Mid-range | $15-40/meal | Sit-down restaurants with good service and varied menus. |
| Upscale | $40+/meal | Fine dining, international cuisine, and premium experiences. |