Solid cocktails. That VW Bulli cut down as the bar... pretty cool. Staff was friendly, even spoke German which helped. House creations were decent. Place got a bit loud later but whatever. Worth stopping by for a drink.

The nuggets were really good&mdash;crispy and fresh. Staff got me in and out fast, which I appreciated. Solid spot if you need a quick bite in the center.

Coffee was decent, cappuccino came out quick. Staff friendly enough. Place was busy but got my order fast. Nothing fancy but does the job for a morning pick-me-up.

Stopped here after paddle boating &mdash; the seafood pasta was spot on, fresh and garlicky. A glass of crisp white matched it perfectly. Portions are big, maybe too big, but no complaints from me.

Been here twice already on this trip. The gyros are solid, exactly what you want after a long day. Staff remembered us the second time, nice touch.

Came for the game, ended up staying longer than planned. The place has a proper local feel, not too loud, and the seats are actually comfortable for watching a match. Draft list is solid too.

The terrace view is really nice, sea breeze and all. They even brought blankets when it got chilly, which was a nice touch. Food was solid, nothing crazy but tasty.

The beef fillet was cooked just right, really tender. The waiter suggested a wine that matched it beautifully, didn&#39;t expect that. Service was friendly without being pushy. Only thing, the sides felt a bit plain for the price. But the meat itself, honestly, that was the highlight for me.

Came back three times after the first visit. Salty pancakes were spot on. Staff knew their stuff when we asked about stuff to do around Crete. Quick and easy.

Loved the free dessert at the end 🍰 and that sea view is seriously hard to beat. Chill spot to hang with friends, though it did get a bit busy later.

They asked about allergies before I even ordered, then confirmed again when the food came out. Felt like they actually got it, not just nodding along. I didn&#39;t have to worry about cross-contamination once. That alone makes me want to go back. Just wish the place was a bit bigger, felt a little tight.

Came for lunch and split the mixed seafood pasta and ceviche. Pasta was fresh, lots of shrimp and squid. Ceviche was good but the dressing tasted different than the last time I was here a few years ago. Still a solid pick if you&#39;re nearby.

The view over the bay is honestly the main reason to come here. We sat outside and just watched the water while eating. Octopus salad was good, fresh fish cooked properly too. Service was fine, nothing to complain about. Just wish the tables were a bit more spaced out, felt a little cramped with people next to us.

The owner barely said two words but kept checking if we needed anything. That Sfakian pie though &mdash; still warm, honey dripping everywhere. Greek salad was proper too, feta thick and creamy. Place feels like someone&#39;s actual home, not a tourist spot. Just wish they had more seating outside.

The Ethiopian espresso here is seriously good&mdash;fruity, a little complex, not your usual cup. I grabbed one and just chilled on the terrace for a bit, the view&rsquo;s a nice bonus. Friend of mine tried the special omelet with local sausage and said it hit the spot. Place has a relaxed vibe, good for hanging out. Just wish they had a bit more seating up top. 😊

The beetroot salad alone is worth coming back for. Went twice just for that dish. Garden cats are a bonus but honestly I barely noticed them.

The lamb kleftiko here is the real deal. Fell right off the bone, proper seasoning. Had the sea bass too, cooked spot on. Went back a second time during the week, same quality. Owners were friendly enough, but honestly, the food did the talking. That kleftiko alone is worth the visit.

The lamb chops here are the real deal. Juicy, decent amount of seasoning, cooked properly. That&#39;s pretty much all I care about. They brought out some raki at the end, which was fine, but honestly I was still thinking about the meat. Place seems family-run, but I wasn&#39;t paying much attention to that. Just order the chops and you&#39;re good.

The sea bass was spot on, flaky and fresh. Sitting there looking at Spinalonga while sipping their homemade wine was the highlight. Alexander took good care of us too.

The lamb chops alone are worth the trip. Got a table with a great view and the staff treated us like old friends. Pretty solid spot.

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