Cafes - Crete | ArrivalGuides.com

CafesGuide was updated: 29 kwietnia 2026

The traditional Cretan Kafenios are sadly beginning to disappear, replaced by Western-style cafés and coffee culture, but for now the tradition lives on. Remember that Greek coffee is quite strong and you need to specify your desired sweetness when ordering. The numerous modern places that you can find everywhere on the island offer, among other things, espresso, cappuccino, filter coffee, sweet treats and savoury snacks.

Livingroom Lounge Café (Rethymno)

Livingroom Lounge Café is an elegant and trendy venue in Rethymno, located on the beautiful seafront promenade. It is open all year round and offers sweet treats accompanied by coffee and fresh juices, as well as savoury snacks including finger food, salads, burgers, pizza and cold dishes. After dark, DJs and cocktails liven up the evening.

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Kentrikon Cafe (Chania)

Kentrikon Cafe is located in the old town centre of Chania. It is located in a historic two-storey building and, despite the modern decor, it retains its old charm. During summer it turns into a restaurant offering Greek food and it hosts live music nights.

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Sintrivani Cafe (Chania)

Renovated in recent times, the Sintrivani Cafe is beautifully located at the Old Venetian port of Chania, with tables offering a view of the sea. They serve a variety of drinks like juices, coffee, beer and cocktails. They also have a food menu that includes, among other things, burgers, pizza and salads, plus ice cream, waffles and other desserts.

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Fabrica (Hersonissos)

Situated in the picturesque village of Koutouloufari and housed in a 17th century building, Fabrica is a cafe-bar and creperie. They offer a variety of Greek and Mediterranean dishes, as well as cocktails, beer and, of course, hearty crepes that can be served with ice cream.

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Koukouvaya (Chania)

Situated 5 km from the city centre of Chania, Koukouvaya is worth the ride at least for the panoramic view that you can enjoy from its terrace, which overlooks Chania bay and the old Venetian harbour. Its name means "the owl" in Greek and the decor of the interiors is inspired by these fascinating nocturnal creatures. The cafe serves snacks and salads prepared with fresh local ingredients, as well as mouth-watering homemade desserts and a variety of beverages with or without alcohol.

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Café du Lac (Agios Nikolaos)

Café du Lac in Agios Nikolaos city centre features a terrace with a wonderful view of the lake Voulismeni. To start the day off right, you can choose from a vast array of breakfast items like pancakes, bacon and eggs, sandwiches, bowls, pastries and more. The cafe also has light meal options and at night it turns into a bar specialising in cocktails.

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Crete: Cafes

Livingroom Lounge Café (Rethymno)

Kentrikon Cafe (Chania)

Sintrivani Cafe (Chania)

Fabrica (Hersonissos)

Koukouvaya (Chania)

Café du Lac (Agios Nikolaos)