Johnny's Grill Taverna

Johnny's Grill Taverna is a grill taverna at Kamiros Skala, a small fishing harbour on the west coast of Rhodes, Greece. Kamiros Skala lies about 50 kilometres from Rhodes town and serves as a gateway to ancient Kamiros, the excavated Doric city on the hillside above, and as the departure point for the boat to the island of Halki. That makes the taverna a natural stop for visitors touring the west coast, whether before or after the archaeological site or while waiting for a ferry. The cuisine is Greek grill. The dishes named are grilled meats and grilled fish, cooked over charcoal and served with salads, bread and dips in the usual taverna fashion. Prices are in the budget bracket, so a full meal remains inexpensive. The atmosphere is informal and harbourside, with a relaxed pace, casual dress and a low to moderate noise level. Sunset over the Aegean is the main draw on the west coast, since the harbour faces the setting sun, and evening tables are popular on clear days. Opening hours are listed daily from 10:00 to 22:00, which covers lunch, an afternoon meal and an early dinner. The drinks list follows custom: Greek house wine, beer, soft drinks and ouzo. Reservations are taken by phone on +30 2246 031342; calling ahead is sensible for groups, particularly when tour buses stop at midday or at sunset in high season, while quieter visits are generally walk-in. The harbour is reached by road from Rhodes town, and public bus service is limited, so most visitors come by car, rental scooter or organised excursion. The site of ancient Kamiros has little shade, so many visitors visit in the morning and eat afterwards.