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Updated: October 13, 2021
By Santorini Dave
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The Old Tavern of Psarras in picturesque Plaka first opened its doors in 1898 and welcomed celebrities such as Lawrence Olivier, Vivian Lee, and Graham Greene, to name a few.
The romantic and family-friendly Old Tavern of Psarras in Plaka is over a century old. The Psara family lived in the building and ran the tavern for 3 generations before Mr. Stathokostopoulos bought the restaurant in 1998. The original Mr. Psara fled the political turmoil in Constantinople to the US where he worked several jobs, including theater, and made several celebrity friends. When he returned home and opened his restaurant, his celebrity friends visited him and ate here, making it very popular. The traditional Greek menu consists of several delicious meat, seafood, and vegetarian options at affordable prices, and the staff is very welcoming.
The Old Tavern of Psarras Hours and Information
- Season: Open year-round.
- Hours: 12 noon to 1 am every day.
- Website: psaras-taverna.gr
- Location: Erechtheos 16, Plaka, under the Acropolis.
- Telephone: +30 210 321 8733
- View: Beautiful views of the city from the outdoor dining areas.
- Parking: 2 paid parking lots are around the corner.
- Metro: Monastiraki and Acropolis stations are both 500m away.
The Old Tavern of Psarras
Tables are spread out on the square in front of the restaurant and climb the steps alongside of the building.
The building was originally the home of the Psara family; a lot of their decor still remains as is.
The original fireplace.
The restaurant kitchen can be seen at the top of the short flight of stairs from the indoor dining area.
Pantry items and homemade sauces are displayed alongside family antiques.
The outdoor terrace.
Tables snake their way up the stairs next to the restaurant.
Tables have been arranged in every available space outdoor around the restaurant.
A small entrance of the restaurant at the top of the stairs.
The restaurant has a huge balcony and rooftop terrace where more tables are laid out.
The trees and plants around the property make for a great backdrop.
The rooftop terrace has tables on 2 levels.
Tables in the balcony offer views of the street and diners below.
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