Paphos offers exceptional Mediterranean cuisine featuring fresh seafood, traditional Cypriot dishes, and international options. Waterfront tavernas, casual eateries, and fine dining restaurants reflect the city's cosmopolitan character while maintaining authentic Cypriot culinary traditions.
Seafood-focused establishments along Kato Paphos harbor specializing in daily catch, prepared simply and fresh. Diners can often select fish directly from the catch display. Restaurants feature romantic harbor views, sunset dining, and traditional Mediterranean preparation methods. Grilled octopus, sea bream, and lobster are particularly popular selections.
Ta Pinakia - Taverna is a highly-rated restaurant in Paphos, rated 4.9★ from 2224 reviews. Located at Platia, Kenedy Square 6, Pafos 8047, Cyprus.
Opening Hours
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: 6:00 – 11:00 PM
- Wednesday: 6:00 – 11:00 PM
- Thursday: 6:00 – 11:00 PM
- Friday: 6:00 – 11:00 PM
- Saturday: 6:00 – 11:00 PM
- Sunday: 6:00 – 11:00 PM
BALKANIKA RESTAURANT is a highly-rated restaurant in Paphos, rated 4.8★ from 1839 reviews. Located at Tombs of the Kings Ave 92, Pafos 8015, Cyprus.
Opening Hours
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: 12:00 – 10:30 PM
- Wednesday: 12:00 – 10:30 PM
- Thursday: 12:00 – 10:30 PM
- Friday: 12:00 – 10:30 PM
- Saturday: 12:00 – 10:30 PM
- Sunday: 12:00 – 10:30 PM
Happy Island Restaurant is a highly-rated restaurant in Paphos, rated 4.8★ from 1073 reviews. Located at 65 Natalia Court, Poseidonos Ave, Pafos 8042, Cyprus.
Opening Hours
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: 12:00 – 10:30 PM
- Wednesday: 12:00 – 10:30 PM
- Thursday: 12:00 – 10:30 PM
- Friday: 12:00 – 10:30 PM
- Saturday: 12:00 – 10:30 PM
- Sunday: 12:00 – 10:30 PM
To Eklekton Cypriot Corner is a highly-rated restaurant in Paphos, rated 4.8★ from 864 reviews. Located at Ikarou 2, Pafos 8041, Cyprus.
Opening Hours
- Monday: 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM
- Tuesday: 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM
- Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM
- Thursday: 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM
- Friday: 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM
- Saturday: 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM
- Sunday: 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Hickory Restaurant is a highly-rated restaurant in Paphos, rated 4.8★ from 980 reviews. Located at Tombs of the Kings Ave 110, Pafos 8015, Cyprus.
Opening Hours
- Monday: 10:00 AM – 10:30 PM
- Tuesday: Closed
- Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 10:30 PM
- Thursday: 10:00 AM – 10:30 PM
- Friday: 10:00 AM – 10:30 PM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM – 10:30 PM
- Sunday: 1:00 – 10:30 PM
Malu Bistro is a highly-rated restaurant in Paphos, rated 4.8★ from 345 reviews. Located at Constantinou Kanari 55, Pafos 8010, Cyprus.
Opening Hours
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 11:30 PM
- Sunday: 9:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Agora Tavern is a highly-rated restaurant in Paphos, rated 4.7★ from 3247 reviews. Located at Talat Paşa 1, Baf 8015, Cyprus.
Opening Hours
- Monday: 6:30 – 10:30 PM
- Tuesday: 6:30 – 10:30 PM
- Wednesday: 6:30 – 10:30 PM
- Thursday: 6:30 – 10:30 PM
- Friday: 6:30 – 10:30 PM
- Saturday: 6:30 – 10:30 PM
- Sunday: Closed
The Windmill is a highly-rated restaurant in Paphos, rated 4.7★ from 1359 reviews. Located at Pafias Afroditis 19, Pafos 8041, Cyprus.
Opening Hours
- Monday: 6:00 – 10:00 PM
- Tuesday: 6:00 – 10:00 PM
- Wednesday: 6:00 – 10:00 PM
- Thursday: 6:00 – 10:00 PM
- Friday: 6:00 – 10:00 PM
- Saturday: 6:00 – 10:30 PM
- Sunday: Closed
Gourmet Taverna is a highly-rated restaurant in Paphos, rated 4.7★ from 1100 reviews. Located at Dionysou 1-2, kato 8041, Cyprus.
Opening Hours
- Monday: 2:00 – 10:30 PM
- Tuesday: 2:00 – 10:30 PM
- Wednesday: 2:00 – 10:30 PM
- Thursday: 2:00 – 10:30 PM
- Friday: 2:00 – 10:30 PM
- Saturday: 2:00 – 10:00 PM
- Sunday: 2:00 – 10:00 PM
Laona Restaurant is a highly-rated restaurant in Paphos, rated 4.7★ from 846 reviews. Located at Votsi, Pafos 8010, Cyprus.
Opening Hours
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Thursday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Friday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Saturday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
Dias Zeus Restaurant is a highly-rated restaurant in Paphos, rated 4.7★ from 1812 reviews. Located at Tombs of the Kings Ave 47, Pafos 8045, Cyprus.
Opening Hours
- Monday: 12:30 – 10:30 PM
- Tuesday: Closed
- Wednesday: 12:30 – 10:30 PM
- Thursday: 12:30 – 10:30 PM
- Friday: 12:30 – 10:30 PM
- Saturday: 12:30 – 10:30 PM
- Sunday: 12:30 – 10:30 PM
NOLA is a highly-rated restaurant in Paphos, rated 4.6★ from 703 reviews. Located at Afroditis 12, Pafos 8015, Cyprus.
Opening Hours
- Monday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 10:30 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 10:30 PM
- Sunday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
CHRISTOS Grill and Seafood is a highly-rated restaurant in Paphos, rated 4.6★ from 1454 reviews. Located at Petraki Miltriadous 11, Paphos, Baf 8015, Cyprus.
Opening Hours
- Monday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
Karlina Restaurant is a highly-rated restaurant in Paphos, rated 4.6★ from 1354 reviews. Located at Tomb of The Kings road 78, Πάφος 8015, Cyprus.
Opening Hours
- Monday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Wednesday: Closed
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Sunday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Atrion Garden Restaurant is a highly-rated restaurant in Paphos, rated 4.6★ from 764 reviews. Located at QC3C+2PQ, Paphos 8042, Cyprus.
Opening Hours
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 AM
- Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 AM
- Thursday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 AM
- Friday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 AM
- Saturday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 AM
- Sunday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Authentic family-run restaurants serving traditional meze (appetizer platters), grilled fish, souvlaki, and halloumi cheese. These establishments feature friendly service, local wines, and genuine Mediterranean ambiance. Many offer outdoor seating with sea views. Meals typically feature multiple small dishes encouraging shared dining experiences and longer evening socializing.
Cyprus has a 5,000-year wine-making tradition. Local wineries around Paphos offer tastings of traditional varieties like Commandaria sweet wine and modern productions. Many facilities feature scenic vineyard locations with Mediterranean views. Wine-and-food pairing experiences complement local cheese and traditional snacks.
Tips for Food & Dining
- Dinner service begins around 8pm; restaurants are quieter before 7pm
- Ask server for house recommendations rather than ordering unknowns
- Cash payment often receives discounts at traditional tavernas
- Ordering multiple dishes to share is the traditional Cypriot way
- Service charge is often included; tips of 5-10% appreciated but optional