TAMAM RESTAURANT CHANIA
Experience authentic Cretan cuisine at this highly-rated Chania restaurant (4.5/5). Enjoy fresh flavors, friendly service, and a charming atmosphere.
Simple restaurant providing traditional local dishes & wines in a storied building.
About TAMAM RESTAURANT CHANIA
Nestled in the heart of Chania's Old Harbour, this inviting establishment offers a delightful taste of Crete. With a strong 4.5-star rating from over 5,500 diners, it's clear this spot is a local favorite. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, perfect for a relaxed meal. Diners frequently praise the friendly service and the appealing location, making it an ideal place to soak in the Chania ambiance. While the menu features a range of traditional dishes, highlights often include aromatic sausages, flavorful Cretan pies, and a delicious Smirnean Rabbit. This restaurant provides a memorable dining experience, with its pleasant setting and consistently good food.
Restaurant Analysis
Restaurant Characteristics
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Price Range (Moderate)
Moderate pricing ($$) - Mid-range restaurants with good value
Meal Time (lunch)
This restaurant primarily serves lunch. 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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Why Travelers Love TAMAM RESTAURANT
Sourced from recent guest feedback and verified reviews.
Definitely recommend it. The location is great. The staff is very friendly. The food was pretty good. We had : Traditional sausages - very aromatic, fresh tasting Traditional cretan pies - very tasty Smoked aubergine dip - interesting taste but not sure I would recommend Smirnean Rabbit - delicious; definitely try it Mousaka - absolutely horrendous ; the texture was all wrong, too mushy and the taste was bland; the reason for the missing star Food was stunning. Had the tamam salad, naturally and it was very fresh. Walnuts, avocado mash, mint, radish and a lovely sauce to bind everything together. Also had the moussaka, which was prepared meticulously, starting with perfectly poached(?) potatoes on the bottom, a layer of beef and tomato mix, a smooth aubergine and a cheese topping that had such a lovely punch. 100% would recommend. And to top it off, we were served with complimentary Baklava! I can’t overstate how amazing this meal was. Every bite was a flavor explosion. We started with the beans, followed by the Iranian rice and rabbit — so delicious I could cry. We got a complimentary baklava at the end. The price was super fair, they could easily charge more for this kind of quality. Also, the service was quick, friendly, and really made the whole experience even better. I was so impressed that I ended up buying their cookbook.
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Recent Reviews
Ovidiu P.
October 21, 2025
Definitely recommend it. The location is great. The staff is very friendly. The food was pretty good. We had : Traditional sausages - very aromatic, fresh tasting Traditional cretan pies - very tasty Smoked aubergine dip - interesting taste but not sure I would recommend Smirnean Rabbit - delicious; definitely try it Mousaka - absolutely horrendous ; the texture was all wrong, too mushy and the taste was bland; the reason for the missing star
Daniel O.
September 30, 2025
Food was stunning. Had the tamam salad, naturally and it was very fresh. Walnuts, avocado mash, mint, radish and a lovely sauce to bind everything together. Also had the moussaka, which was prepared meticulously, starting with perfectly poached(?) potatoes on the bottom, a layer of beef and tomato mix, a smooth aubergine and a cheese topping that had such a lovely punch. 100% would recommend. And to top it off, we were served with complimentary Baklava!
Tjaša B.
September 6, 2025
I can’t overstate how amazing this meal was. Every bite was a flavor explosion. We started with the beans, followed by the Iranian rice and rabbit — so delicious I could cry. We got a complimentary baklava at the end. The price was super fair, they could easily charge more for this kind of quality. Also, the service was quick, friendly, and really made the whole experience even better. I was so impressed that I ended up buying their cookbook.
Merrilee B.
November 4, 2025
We thoroughly enjoyed our meal at Tamam in Chania. Very yummy, and well presented dishes in an authenticity Cretan space. We had the moussaka, lamb chops and sea bass. Stand out food in a very touristic area surrounded by other not so good establishments. This one is definitely worth a visit if you love your food but you will need to make a booking.
Tina K.
September 28, 2025
No need to say much about this place… it’s PURE ART! The chefs here are true artists of food. Honestly, I don’t know how I’ll enjoy food the same way again after having lunch at Tamam. Every dish was authentic, full of flavor, and simply unforgettable. One of the many reasons I’ll come back to Chania is definitely this restaurant. Just WOW!
What to Expect
Features and amenities that make TAMAM RESTAURANT special
Outdoor Seating
Cocktails
Beer
Wine
Coffee
Family Friendly
Groups Welcome
Reservations
Practical Information
Everything you need to know before you visit
Payment Options
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