A new culinary player has emerged on the quiet stretch of Ktēna Street, quickly establishing itself as a standout in the capital’s competitive dining scene just months after opening.
Yphes Eclectic Eatery, located adjacent to the five-star Emerald Hotel Athens, blends refined Mediterranean flavors with a stylish, buzzing atmosphere.
The bistro marries modern design with classic touches, featuring Viennese-style seating, green tile accents, and a leafy outdoor walkway equipped with heaters for year-round dining.
The kitchen is helmed by Executive Chef Nikos Zervos, whose menu focuses on sharing plates that utilize local ingredients and contemporary techniques.
Meals begin with warm sourdough bread and evolve into inventive starters.
Highlights include a modern potato salad with smoked pork from the Mani region, and a refreshing sea bass ceviche dressed with chili, kumquat, and mango.
Mr. Zervos elevates comfort food with dishes such as crispy smashed potatoes topped with slow-cooked beef short rib, and potato croquettes paired with chorizo and Cretan graviera.
The main courses showcase a balance of land and sea.
Pasta options range from handmade lasagna with beef ragout to a kalamarata cacio e pepe finished with truffle.
A Greek-style kritharoto with squid and saffron offers a richer twist on traditional orzo dishes.
For entrees, diners can choose between lighter fare like seabass with a Santorini Assyrtiko wine sauce or robust options such as caramelized pork belly with trahanas and romesco, or a slow-braised lamb shank.
The experience is rounded out by a wine list featuring Greek and international producers, alongside a selection of fresh cocktails.
The dessert menu features three distinct choices, including a Grand Cru chocolate profiterole and an orange crème brûlée with chocolate cremeux.
With its polished ambiance and central location, Yphes has firmly positioned itself as a destination for both locals and visitors seeking a modern take on Greek gastronomy.
By Konstantina Voulgareli