Agios Nikolaos and Lake Voulismeni

Zygos Urban Garden & Coffee, Agios Nikolaos

Zygos Urban Garden & Coffee, Agios Nikolaos: a garden café-restaurant over Lake Voulismeni for breakfast, brunch, bowls, souvlaki and homemade ice cream.

By TripToCrete · Updated 20 October 2026 · 2 min read

Quick answer: Zygos Urban Garden & Coffee is a garden café-restaurant in central Agios Nikolaos with views over Lake Voulismeni. It is open from breakfast into the evening, with pancakes, bowls, souvlaki, vegan options and homemade ice cream.
Area
Agios Nikolaos centre
Location
By Lake Voulismeni
Type
Café-restaurant, garden
Good for
Breakfast, brunch, casual meals
Agios Nikolaos and Lake Voulismeni

What to expect

The garden setting and lake view are the draw. Reviewers mention red velvet pancakes, grilled chicken souvlaki, soba noodle bowls and pork tenderloin, with vegan dishes, homemade ice cream and a raw vegan cheesecake. Service is friendly.

When to go

Morning for breakfast and coffee, or a light lunch or dinner. Opening days and seasons change. Check with the restaurant before you go, especially outside July and August.

Not to be confused with

Zygos taverna in Kalo Chorio (Istron), 12 km away, is a different, traditional taverna.

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Questions before you go

Where is Zygos Urban Garden?

In central Agios Nikolaos, overlooking Lake Voulismeni.

Is Zygos Urban Garden good for breakfast?

Yes, breakfast and brunch are its strongest times.

Does Zygos have vegan options?

Yes, several vegan dishes and desserts.

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