Thessaloniki has long been celebrated for its rich culinary heritage that blends Mediterranean traditions with influences from the Balkans and Middle East. Beyond the street food scene, the city boasts exceptional restaurants where local chefs showcase their creativity and passion. We’re sharing some of our favourite dining spots that locals and food enthusiasts love.
What truly sets +trofi apart is their focus on reviving overlooked traditional Greek recipes with a creative, contemporary approach. Their innovative combinations breathe new life into forgotten culinary treasures, offering diners a chance to taste authentic Greek flavours beyond the typical restaurant experience.
This restaurant embodies a zero-waste philosophy, creatively using every part of their carefully sourced ingredients to craft exceptional Mediterranean dishes showcasing local Greek products.
halu!’s Order: Rooster with Red Wine Sauce, Shrimps with Eggs and Beef Sausage, and the Sautéed Zucchini with Goat Cheese.
Mezen introduces visitors to the world of “tsipouradiko” Greece’s answer to tapas culture. This dining style offers a uniquely interactive culinary adventure centered around tsipouro, Greece’s potent distilled drink.
The concept is beautifully simple: order your tsipouro, and the kitchen sends out a progression of small seafood plates to complement your drink. Each round of tsipouro brings new dishes to discover, creating an element of surprise that makes dining genuinely fun and social. Mezen distinguishes itself with an impressive selection of tsipouro brands and creative seafood combinations. Highlights include their handmade tirokafteri (spicy cheese dip), perfectly fried shrimps, and delicately pickled fish that balance tang and freshness.
halu!’s Order: For the full experience, we recommend letting go of control and trusting the experts. Simply choose your drink and let Mezen’s team curate your culinary journey.
Located in the heart of Thessaloniki, Signora Trattoria transports diners straight to Italy with its authentic cuisine and warm ambiance.
What makes Signora Trattoria stand out is its commitment to genuine Italian flavors that rival what you’d find in Italy itself. Their menu showcases classic dishes prepared with meticulous attention to traditional techniques and quality ingredients. The restaurant has an impressive selection of Italian wines, carefully curated to complement their plate offerings.
halu!’s Order: Caprese Burrata, Vitello Tonnato and the Rigatoni Cacio e Pepe.
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