Duration
1h 15m
Best Time
Morning
Price
€€
Setting
Indoor
About Bairaktaris
Family-run taverna since 1879 on Monastiraki Square, known for traditional Greek dishes served in generous portions at tourist-friendly prices. The multi-level dining rooms feature barrel-vaulted ceilings and walls covered in old photographs.
Insider Tips
Ask for a table on the upper floor for views of the square and Acropolis. The lamb kleftiko (oven-baked in parchment) is their signature dish.
Practical Details
Getting There
Address
Μητροπόλεως 71-88 71-88, Mitropoleos St, Athina 105 55, Greece
Neighborhood
Plaka & MonastirakiFrequently Asked Questions
Plan for about 1h 15m. Morning visits are typically less crowded.
Bairaktaris is in the Plaka & Monastiraki neighborhood of Athens. The address is Μητροπόλεως 71-88 71-88, Mitropoleos St, Athina 105 55, Greece. The area is well-served by metro.
Morning visits, especially early, mean fewer crowds and better light for photos. Weekdays are significantly quieter than weekends.
Nearby in Plaka & Monastiraki
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