Restaurant review: Great spot for artisanal breakfast
We were staying in Lefkara village and had deliberately decided not to set alarms or rush ourselves in the morning. No early breakfast, no hotel buffet, just a proper lie-in ...
Restaurant review: Taste of China: little bit of everything
Spontaneity can be fun but perhaps not the best idea on a weekday afternoon. Most places were ‘closing soon’ and opening again in the evening but we remembered the sister ...
Restaurant review: House 1923, Pano Lefkara
There’s something about a public holiday that makes you want to wander. We’d gone up to Lefkara village to stay the night, and the afternoon was perfect for ...
Restaurant review: Playful and satisfying spot for brunch
Bank holiday, good weather and the kind of mood that makes you want to get out and do something. A friend had suggested Smoothie Factory + Kitchen up in the Mercure, ...
Restaurant review: Hearty, traditional food in an unpretentious setting
When friends visit from abroad, there are always one or two restaurants they insist on going back to. For our guests this summer, that place was Militzis in Larnaca, a ...
Restaurant review: Royal Ris, Larnaca
Arranging dinner in summer is always a little game of back and forth. Somewhere air conditioned? Somewhere by the sea? In the end, the decision was obvious. We wanted the ...
Restaurant review: Bread and Spread, Larnaca
Brunch plans always seem easier in theory. My partner, my dad and I decided we were overdue a proper one, something with eggs, bacon, coffee; the works. Bread and Spread, ...
Restaurant review: Special Kebab House, Larnaca
Some of the best meals begin without a plan; just a feeling that it’s time to eat. That’s how my partner and I found ourselves on Pavlou Valsamaki ...
Restaurant review: Lambros Fish & Chips, Larnaca
There are meals that fill your stomach and then there are meals that wrap around you like a nostalgic hug. Fish and chips, that deeply British institution, is one of ...
Restaurant review: Al Dente, Metropolis Mall, Larnaca
There’s something about shopping with a young teenager that works up an appetite you didn’t know you had. After a few hours of hopping between stores with my ...
Restaurant review: AJ’s Gourmet Kitchen, Larnaca
Scanning online reviews, as you do, to find somewhere new to go, we came across a place whose website showed good humour, smoked meat and tantalising descriptions of the food. ...
Restaurant review: Capodecina, Larnaca
A miscommunication between friends meant that we had ended up at a restaurant with no reservation and they had no space to squeeze us in. Being all dressed up with ...
Restaurant review: Marzano, Larnaca
When going out, I usually like to find a cosy taverna, somewhere by the sea or support a local business. However, we can’t always fulfil those criteria and it’...
Restaurant review: Lisa’s Flammhaus, Larnaca
After being on the rotation of clean, cook, eat, repeat over the holiday period, we could take no more gave ourselves a rest and went out for a well-deserved treat. ...
EATING OUT
Restaurant review: The Brewery, Larnaca
Before the storms, rain and chilly weather all set in, we were lucky enough to have an enjoyable Saturday brunch along the famous Phinikoudes beach front. The weather was perfect, ...
Restaurant review: Philippos tavern, Larnaca
The GPS was set and we were approaching the location of the taverna we had been invited to for dinner. Maps said that we were close but I thought something ...
Restaurant review: Flavours @ THE LANDMARK Indo Thai Restaurant, Kiti
Arranging with friends where to go for dinner provided the perfect opportunity to go to a restaurant I had been wanting to try for ages because it boasts a combination ...
Restaurant review: Onar, Larnaca
As summer draws in and the temperature rises, the phrase ‘if you can’t stand the heat, get out of the kitchen’ never rang more true so we decided to ...
Restaurant review: Eu Kouzin, Larnaca
Usually when people come to visit the pressure is on to take them to a decent restaurant. Despite really liking somewhere myself, will they like it just as much? However, ...
Restaurant review: Oh My Cod, Larnaca
Real chippy draws in Larnaca crowds
Sometimes you just don’t know what you fancy for lunch and can’t be bothered to decide what to have and prepare it. ...
Restaurant review: Feng’s House, Larnaca
I enjoy walking along Finikoudes in Larnaca, especially now it stretches all the way to Mackenzy. But some of the restaurants have the reputation of being a tourist trap, and ...
Restaurant review: Masti Indian Bar and Restaurant, Larnaca
I love being by the sea; the sound of the waves and the sea breeze, which is why I frequently stroll along the seafront, which has become more enjoyable in ...
Restaurant review: To Kafe tis Chrysanthi’s, Larnaca
I’m usually a sucker for lunch by the sea or somewhere with a view. I feel content and it enhances my dining experience. However, for an ad hoc lunch ...
Restaurant review: Watar Ziryab, Larnaca
Always on the lookout for a new dining experience, I was pleased to see somewhere new on the scene whilst going for a stroll one day through town. There was ...
Best restaurants in Larnaca
Larnaca is known for its relaxed coastal atmosphere, rich culinary traditions and a food scene that continues to evolve. Searching for the best restaurants in Larnaca often means choosing between traditional tavernas, contemporary Mediterranean kitchens and international concepts shaped by the city’s multicultural character. From seafront dining along Finikoudes to small neighbourhood restaurants, Larnaca offers a wide variety of places to eat for every taste and budget.
Cyprus Mail’s restaurant reviews in Larnaca provide independent and experience-based insights into where to eat in the city. Our reviews look beyond menus alone and focus on food quality, service, atmosphere and overall value. This helps readers form a realistic picture of what to expect before choosing a restaurant. Whether you’re looking for fresh seafood, classic meze, modern fusion cuisine or casual everyday dining, these reviews highlight what makes each restaurant stand out.
Exploring dishes and restaurants in Larnaca
The best restaurants in Larnaca are not limited to fine dining. Many local establishments stand out because of their use of seasonal ingredients, family-run kitchens and recipes rooted in Cypriot tradition. At the same time, new openings bring fresh ideas to the local food scene, combining classic flavours with contemporary influences and international techniques.
By exploring these restaurant reviews, readers gain a clear and reliable overview of where to eat in Larnaca, what to expect and which places are worth visiting. Whether you live on the island, visit regularly or are discovering the city for the first time, Cyprus Mail helps you find the best restaurants in Larnaca through balanced reporting and honest, independent reviews.