Best Restaurants in Marathon & Nea Makri

One of the pleasures of staying at Cove Athena is discovering the authentic food culture of the northeast coast of Attica.

Unlike the busy tourist areas of central Athens, Marathon and Nea Makri are known for family-owned tavernas, fresh seafood, waterfront restaurants and warm Greek hospitality. Whether you're looking for a leisurely lunch after Schinias Beach or a memorable dinner by the sea, you'll find plenty of excellent choices within a short drive.

Here are some of our favourite recommendations.

Paradiso

A favourite among both locals and visitors, Paradiso is the perfect place to enjoy a relaxed meal overlooking the sea. It is about a 15 min drive from Cove Athena Great for take aways too. Order and pick it up on way home.

Known for its welcoming atmosphere and beautiful waterfront setting, it's an excellent choice for lunch after a morning at Schinias Beach or for a sunset dinner with family and friends.

Expect fresh seafood, grilled meats, traditional Greek salads and classic Mediterranean flavours.

Paradiso captures everything people love about dining on the Greek coast—great food, beautiful views and a relaxed pace of life.

Fresh Seafood Along the Waterfront

The coastline around Nea Makri is famous for its seafood restaurants serving the day's catch.

We particularly recommend Isalos Seaside Restaurant for its elegant waterfront setting and fresh fish, and TRATA (H), a long-established local favourite known for seafood and traditional Greek dishes.

For a more traditional fishing taverna experience, Fish Tavern Nea Galini is another excellent choice overlooking the water.

Authentic Greek Taverns

If you're looking for a true taste of Greece, Marathon offers several excellent traditional restaurants.

To Archontiko tou Lekka is one of the area's most highly regarded restaurants, famous for generous portions, grilled meats and warm Greek hospitality.

Another local favourite is Loulas Tavern, where visitors can enjoy authentic home-style Greek cooking in a welcoming atmosphere.

These are the places where many local families choose to dine, making them ideal for experiencing genuine Greek cuisine.

Schinias Beach Dining

After a relaxing morning at Schinias Beach, there are several excellent places to enjoy lunch by the sea.

Apoplous Schinias is particularly popular for fresh seafood and beautiful beachside views, making it an ideal stop after swimming or paddleboarding.

A leisurely seafood lunch followed by an afternoon on the beach is one of the best ways to experience this beautiful part of Attica.

Casual Dining

For something more relaxed, Nea Makri offers plenty of casual cafés, pizzerias and grills.

Faros Meet is highly regarded for quality grilled meats and souvlaki, while Εδεσματοπωλείον Νέα Μάκρη is a favourite for sharing traditional Greek small plates with friends and family.

These restaurants are perfect for a casual evening after a day exploring Athens or relaxing on the coast.

A Typical Day Near Cove Athena

One of our favourite ways to spend the day is simple.

Start the morning with a swim at Schinias Beach before relaxing beneath the pine trees.

Enjoy a long seafood lunch by the water, then explore the promenade at Nea Makri with an ice cream or coffee overlooking the marina.

As the sun begins to set, finish the day with dinner at Paradiso or another waterfront restaurant while watching the light fade over the Aegean Sea.

It's these simple moments that make this part of Greece so memorable.

Stay at Cove Athena

Cove Athena places you within easy reach of some of the best local restaurants on the northeast coast of Attica.

Whether you're looking for freshly caught seafood, traditional Greek hospitality or a romantic dinner beside the sea, you'll find outstanding dining experiences just minutes from your door.

Combined with nearby beaches, historic Marathon and easy access to Athens, it makes Cove Athena an exceptional base for discovering a side of Greece that many visitors never experience.