Chania

To Maridaki, Chania

To Maridaki at Daskalogianni 33 in Chania old town: a small, busy seafood taverna with an open kitchen and a daily menu built on the fish catch.

By TripToCrete · Updated 20 October 2026 · 2 min read

Quick answer: To Maridaki is a small, busy seafood taverna at Daskalogianni 33 in Chania's old town. The menu changes with the daily catch, the kitchen is open to view, and prices are reasonable for the area.
Area
Chania old town
Address
Daskalogianni 33, Chania
Cuisine
Greek seafood
Price
Budget to moderate
Chania

What to eat

Reviewers single out the fried small prawns and the mussel saganaki, plus grilled fish and squid. Salads, legumes and some meat dishes are also on the menu. Raki and a little dessert often arrive at the end.

Plan your visit

It is small and fills quickly; reservations are accepted. Opening days and seasons change. Check with the restaurant before you go, especially outside July and August.

Getting there

Daskalogianni street runs inland from the eastern side of the old harbour. Walk from the waterfront in a couple of minutes.

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Questions before you go

Where is To Maridaki?

At Daskalogianni 33, in Chania's old town near the harbour.

What is To Maridaki known for?

Fresh seafood from the daily catch, especially fried small prawns and mussels.

Is To Maridaki expensive?

No, it is reasonably priced for the old town.

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