Cinapos

The story

The building's history runs from 1845, when it housed King Otto's stables, to a later life as one of the oldest schools in Athens. Today its courtyard is modelled on the squares of Greek villages, and there is a wine cellar, with a sommelier on hand to talk through the options. As evening falls and the lights come on, the mood turns buzzy but relaxed. The cooking is typical Greek with a modern twist, built around plates meant to be shared: homemade lakerda, the marinated fish; bougiourdi for the group; beetroot with xygalo and citrus. Halva or walnut pie closes the meal, and the bar mixes unusual cocktails alongside a broad choice of wines, beers and shots.