Demokritos Tavern

Paphos

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Demokritos Tavern

The real taste of a Cypriot Tavern The traditional atmosphere with a full Cypriot menu and fine selection of local wines and cocktails make this one of the finest tavern not only in the area of Paphos but in Cyprus as well. It is well known and is the favored eating place for many of the locals that is why it is advisable to make a reservation in advance. Demokritos is just three minutes away from the harbor and it is situated on Saint Antonios street. The tavern itself is cosy and traditional in style, and the food is tasty, plentiful and affordable. Lovers of Cypriot cuisine over here you will find what you are looking for. Prepare your appetite for real Cyprus traditional dishes, dishes on charcoal and wood oven food all cooked with love, in generous amount and at the best prices. Folklore shows are performed every evening during the high season, representing Cypriot & Greek dances as well as live music. Highlight of the show, is the glasses on the head dance where a dancer is balancing and dancing with more than 50 glasses on his head. That is why Demokritos is considered one of the best taverns on the island. Demokritos is a family run enterprise, and the owner Mr. Terry is backed by his two sons who all work to make your visit enjoyable, and to provide you with the greatest Cyprus traditional experience.

Dining

Cyprus cuisine is mainly Mediterranean with lots of fresh vegetable, fresh fish and special meat dishes. The element that characterizes the Cypriot cuisine is the freshness and the variety of dishes that you will find. The Cypriot cuisine due to its Greek and Middle East influences offer some unique dishes and culinary experiences. Among the dishes you would expect to be served in most of the Cypriot restaurants are meat of fish based meze, afelia, sheftalia, koupepia, stifado, kleftico, loukanika, lountza and halloumi cheese. However, Cyprus being a Mediterranean island has a lot of fresh fish dishes to offer. In Pafos you can also enjoy International cuisines from Asian, to European and Middle eastern.