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Experience exceptional Greek cuisine in Iraklio, Crete. This highly-rated (4.9/5) restaurant offers a warm atmosphere and delicious dishes. Book your table today!
Experience authentic Cretan dining in Iraklio with a 4.8-star rating. Savor delicious Greek cuisine and warm hospitality. Visit Merastri for a memorable meal.
Nestled in Iraklio, this beloved Greek restaurant offers an exceptional dining experience, consistently earning a 4.8-star rating from over 2,500 guests. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, reflecting true Cretan hospitality, making it a favorite for both locals and visitors. Diners frequently praise the first-class service and the outstanding quality of the food, noting dishes that are both traditional and beautifully executed. With its reasonable pricing and features like outdoor seating and the availability of cocktails, it's an ideal spot for groups seeking a memorable evening. A visit here promises not just a meal, but a genuine taste of the island's culinary heart.
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Price Range (Moderate)
Moderate pricing ($$) - Mid-range restaurants with good value
Meal Time (dinner)
This restaurant primarily serves dinner. Based on opening hours.
Group Size (Groups Welcome)
Welcomes large groups and families. Great for group dining.
Atmosphere (Outdoor)
Al fresco dining with outdoor seating
Dining Style (Flexible)
Flexible options. Reservations available but not required.
Features & Amenities
This restaurant offers: Outdoor Seating, Cocktails, Beer, Wine, Coffee, Family Friendly, Groups Welcome, Reservations
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This was recommended by our landlord and it didn't disappoint. The service was first class and the food was even better. Washed down with typical Cretan hospitality in the form of Raki and dessert, it was a very memorable night at a very reasonable price. I would highly recommend a visit. Really a brilliant restaurant. This was our second visit. Tonight we had the zucchini flowers, avocado salad, and lamb liver; also grilled rosemary chicken. Edit for emphasis: we do not ordinarily order liver of any kind, because most restaurants in Canada that offer it can't do it right. After our visit to this restaurant last night, we trusted them to do it right, and they did. It was beautifully tender and extremely rich and tasty. House wine is just fine. I had the red last night with my lamb, and the white tonight with the chicken. Extremely tasty as well. This place is SO nice! Honestly one of our best meals in two weeks in Crete. Excellent food at VERY reasonable prices, super-friendly service and very nice ambience / decor / setting too. HIGHLY recommended!
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September 17, 2025
This was recommended by our landlord and it didn't disappoint. The service was first class and the food was even better. Washed down with typical Cretan hospitality in the form of Raki and dessert, it was a very memorable night at a very reasonable price. I would highly recommend a visit.
July 15, 2025
Really a brilliant restaurant. This was our second visit. Tonight we had the zucchini flowers, avocado salad, and lamb liver; also grilled rosemary chicken. Edit for emphasis: we do not ordinarily order liver of any kind, because most restaurants in Canada that offer it can't do it right. After our visit to this restaurant last night, we trusted them to do it right, and they did. It was beautifully tender and extremely rich and tasty. House wine is just fine. I had the red last night with my lamb, and the white tonight with the chicken. Extremely tasty as well.
August 20, 2025
This place is SO nice! Honestly one of our best meals in two weeks in Crete. Excellent food at VERY reasonable prices, super-friendly service and very nice ambience / decor / setting too. HIGHLY recommended!
October 1, 2025
This restaurant has incredible food. The quality and service is outstanding. I highly recommend if you enjoy good food and sincere service. Great staff. Thank you for an amazing experience.
April 27, 2025
This was the best restaurant experience we had on vacation! We had a larger group (6), and the staff was incredibly kind, helpful, and made excellent recommendations. As someone who knows 0 greek, it was extremely helpful. The Creta cocktail and mojitos were so fresh. And then absolutely get the baked dessert and the orange cake!
Features and amenities that make Merastri special
Outdoor Seating
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Family Friendly
Groups Welcome
Reservations
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