- Area
- Central Heraklion, market
- Location
- Passage off 1866 street
- Cuisine
- Greek grill and mayirefta
- Price
- Budget to moderate
What to eat
The lamb chops are the reason to come; the grill cook has been making them for decades. The counter of mayirefta (stews and oven dishes cooked that morning) is a good option for a quick lunch. Portions are generous.
Getting there
Walk down 1866 street through the market from the Kornarou square end or from the Morosini Fountain; the tavernas are in a side passage. Agios Minas cathedral and the Agios Markos basilica are within a few minutes. Opening days and seasons change. Check with the restaurant before you go, especially outside July and August.
Good timing
It suits a market-day lunch, when the street is at its liveliest. Combine with a walk through the market stalls for herbs, cheese and raki.
Questions before you go
Where is Giakoumis taverna?
In a passage off 1866 street, Heraklion's market street, near the Morosini Fountain.
What is Giakoumis known for?
Lamb chops from the grill and ready-cooked Greek dishes.
Is Giakoumis expensive?
No, it is a simple, good-value taverna.
