A total of 263 distinguished restaurants from across the nation have been honored for their exceptional contributions to the Greek culinary landscape.
This year’s event was hosted by Nancy Zabetoglou and Thanasis Anagnostopoulos, marking their debut in this role. Panos Deligiannis, the founder of The Food and Leisure Guide and the awards’ creator, addressed the audience, emphasizing the event’s importance.
FNL Awards: Top Restaurants for 2025
This year’s awards celebrated eateries from all regions of Greece, recognizing their commitment to quality, innovation, and the principles that shape modern Greek cuisine. For another year, Etrusco in Corfu maintained its prestigious four-star rating.
In the three-star category, Pelagos at Four Seasons Astir Palace and The Private Kitchen at Mandarin Oriental Costa Navarino received upgrades, while established names like Botrini’s, Delta, Elements, Lauda, Mylos, Selene, Spondi, Squirrel, and Veritable preserved their standings.
Among the two-star restaurants, newcomers included Basegrill in Glyfada, Pharaoh, Makris Athens, and NYN ESTI at EMST. In total, 62 restaurants received two stars, with 34 being new to this honor.
Furthermore, 189 restaurants earned one star, of which 25 were recognized as “newcomers” and 34 as “new entries,” showcasing the dynamic evolution of Greek cuisine.
The List 2025: Must-Visit Restaurants
This year’s “The List 2025” unveiled ten premier destination restaurants worth exploring:
- Pharaoh, Athens (Ranked No. 3 in 2024)
- Scorpios Mykonos, Mykonos
- Etrusco, Corfu (Ranked No. 2 in 2024)
- Manari, Athens
- Delta Restaurant, SNFCC, Athens (Ranked No. 4 in 2024)
- dex.Silo.01, Dexamenes Hotel, Ilia – Peloponnese
- Papaioannou Restaurant Vouliagmeni, Athens
- Lygaria, Kea (Ranked No. 5 in 2024)
- Zuma Mykonos, Mykonos
- Kavos 1964, Isthmia – Peloponnese
Sustainability’s Role
This year, the special awards took on greater significance, introducing new themes that emphasize vital aspects of modern gastronomy. The Sustainability Award, awarded in partnership with Blue Marble, went to the restaurant at Kir-Yianni Estate in Naousa, recognizing its leadership and unwavering commitment to sustainable practices.
Additionally, the Greek Culinary Ambassador Award was presented to Filippos Chronopoulos, the chef at Palais Royal in Paris and the only Greek chef abroad with two Michelin stars. This accolade reflects the international outreach of the FNL Awards, which now includes insights from five esteemed international evaluators, including notable journalists, influencers, and professionals from global institutions.
A Night of Tribute
The awards ceremony at the Athens Conservatory was characterized by a relaxed atmosphere and was live-streamed on FNL’s YouTube channel for the first time, allowing a wider audience of food enthusiasts to tune in. Attendees were greeted at the entrance by NBG Pay, which provided information about its services and exclusive offers for the awarded restaurants.
A traditional food event followed in the colonnade of the Athens Conservatory. Highlights included a Champagne bar by Moët & Chandon, cocktails featuring The Macallan and Campari, wines from Chateau d’Esclans, NOAM beer, and Taf coffee, served alongside the exquisite dishes prepared by participating chefs. Trofelia showcased its own Spanish Corner, while buffets were curated by award-winning establishments such as NYN ESTI, Patio, and Beefbar Athens. Dessert creations came from Alexandros Koufas and the Hotel Grande Bretagne. Noteworthy was the service of beer and wine in Riedel glasses, and a grand showcase featuring an impressive collection of wine coolers by Masterzen took place in the amphitheater.
Below is the list of restaurants recognized by the FNL Awards:
4 STARS
Consistently holds four stars
- Etrusco, Greek Haute Cuisine, Corfu
3 STARS
New to the three stars category
- Pelagos, Four Seasons Astir Palace, International Haute Cuisine, Athens (Vouliagmeni) – UPGRADE
- The Private Kitchen, Mandarin Oriental Costa Navarino, International Haute Cuisine, Peloponnese – UPGRADE
Maintaining three stars
- Botrini’s, Greek Haute Cuisine, Athens (Chalandri)
- Delta, SNFCC, International Haute Cuisine, Athens (Faliro)
- Elements, Canaves Oia Epitome Hotel, International Haute Cuisine, Santorini
- Lauda, Andronis Boutique Hotel, International Haute Cuisine, Santorini
- Mylos By The Sea, Seafood Restaurant, Leros
- Selene, Katikies Garden, Greek Haute Cuisine, Santorini
- Spondi, International Haute Cuisine, Athens (Pangrati)
- Squirrel, The Danai, International Haute Cuisine, Halkidiki
- Veritable, European Cuisines, Athens (Neo Psychiko)
2 STARS
Newly awarded with two stars
Athens, Thessaloniki, Mainland Greece
- Basegrill, Meat Restaurant, Athens (Glyfada) – NEWCOMER
- Brutus Tavern, Meat Restaurant, Athens (Kolonaki) – UPGRADE
- dex.Silo.01, Dexamenes Seaside Hotel, Greek Haute Cuisine, Ilia–Peloponnese – NEW ENTRY
- Gallina, Modern Bistro, Athens (Koukaki) – UPGRADE
- Kamares, Eagles Resort, Halkidiki, Modern Greek Cuisine – NEW ENTRY
- Kinjo, Fusion & Ethnic, Athens (Vrilissia) – UPGRADE
- Makris Athens, Greek Haute Cuisine, Athens (Thisseio) – UPGRADE
- NYN ESTI, EMST, Greek Haute Cuisine, Athens (Syngrou) – NEWCOMER
- Pharaoh, Traditional Greek Cuisine, Athens (Exarchia) – UPGRADE
- Salonika, Makedonia Palace Hotel, Modern Greek Cuisine, Thessaloniki – UPGRADE
- Sense, Athens Was Hotel, Modern Greek Cuisine, Athens (Center) – UPGRADE
- Haroupi, Traditional Greek Cuisine, Thessaloniki – UPGRADE
Islands
- Venetian Well, Modern International Cuisine, Corfu – UPGRADE
- Hasika, Gastro-tavern, Rethymno–Crete – UPGRADE
- Lycabettus Restaurant, Modern International Cuisine, Andronis Luxury Suites, Santorini – UPGRADE
- Melia, Lesante Blu, Greek Haute Cuisine, Zakynthos – UPGRADE
- Meraki Restaurant Mykonos, Cavo Tagoo, Fusion & Ethnic, Mykonos – UPGRADE
- Papaioannou Restaurant, Seafood Restaurant, Mykonos – NEWCOMER
- Perivolas Restaurant, Perivolas Hotel, Modern Greek Cuisine, Santorini – NEWCOMER
- Prosilio, Greek Haute Cuisine, Zakynthos – UPGRADE
- Yevo, Bill & Coo Suites, Greek Haute Cuisine, Mykonos – NEWCOMER
Maintaining two stars
Athens, Thessaloniki, Mainland Greece
(List includes: Aleria, Andromeda, Basegrill, CTC, Hytra, Matsuhisa, Patio, Soil, Tudor Hall, Vezené, etc.)
Islands
(Includes: Alemagou, Beefbar Mykonos, Cantina, César Meze Bar, Elemes, Galazia Hytra, Idol, Makris Corfu, Noēma, Petra, Pomo D’ Oro, Varoulko Santorini, etc.)
1 STAR
MODERN GREEK CUISINE
Newly awarded
(Ateno, Fresh, Olympus Naoussa, Olvo, Pacman, Pietra Restaurant)
Maintaining their star
(Includes: 7 Steak Lounge, Avli, Baos, Cuvee, Elia, Flow, Lady Finger, Metsovo 1350M., Naos, Old Mill, Salvia, Throubi, etc.)
TRADITIONAL GREEK CUISINE
Newly awarded
(Adamia, Ambelostrates, Bostani Restaurant, Coozest, Eteon, Lefteris, Pheia, Santorinia, Trypas)
Maintaining their star
(Includes: Apomero, Araklia, Giouvetsakia, Elies, Zerzova, Iliomanolis, Kalokeri, Kritamon, Panorama, Rosa’s, Santa Pacou, etc.)
MODERN INTERNATIONAL CUISINE
Newly awarded
(Almyvita, Dionysos, Mákris Elounda, Salis Wine-Bistro)
Maintaining their star
(Includes: GB Roof Garden, Hygge, Koukoumi Vegan, Lio)
MODERN BISTRO
Newly awarded
(Aspasia, Atopo Bistronomy, Epico, Local, Manitari, Proveleggios, Rick’s Athens)
Maintaining their star
(Albergo Gelsomino, Clochard, Jerar, Mákris Milos, Simul, Zurbaran)
GASTRO-TAVERNS
Newly awarded
(Lakani, Bobiras, Serza, Taverna ton Filon, Trygitis)
Maintaining their star
(Includes: Akra, Vasilikos, Broadway, Thamon, Mezen, Blue Canary, Peskesi, Tsiftis, +Trofi, etc.)
EUROPEAN CUISINES
Newly awarded
(Brasserie de la Bay, Brasserie Lorraine, Cabana…) (full list cut off)
