Makris Yialos Restaurant & Beach Bar — Restaurant in Argostoli Municipality

A Slice of Paradise and Authenticity: We finally made it to The Makris Yialos by George, and we're thrilled to say it was absolutely worth it! Despite an initial detour caused by a taxi driver who, apparently, has the inexplicable habit of taking customers to "Costa Costa," our perseverance was amply rewarded. George himself confirmed that unfortunately, we aren't the first to encounter this inconvenience, which further solidifies our satisfaction at finally finding the right place. Authentic Welcome and Atmosphere The atmosphere here is exactly what we were looking for: spartan, genuine, and with a warm, family-like welcome. You immediately sense the authenticity of the place, far from tourist traps. It's not about luxury here, but the feeling of being in a true piece of Greece, run with passion. The availability of an umbrella and two chairs was a delightful extra touch, allowing us to fully enjoy the beauty of the spot. Simple, Yet Exquisite Cuisine And then there's the food! The cuisine is decidedly homemade, a hymn to true flavors and simplicity. We finally got to try the much-desired grilled octopus, and it exceeded expectations: it was incredibly tender and wonderfully flavorful, a true delight for the palate. It's clear that here, the freshness of ingredients and a love for tradition come first. A Charming Place to Recommend All in all, The Makris Yialos by George is a charming place we highly recommend to anyone seeking an authentic experience, away from the hustle and bustle and pretensions. If you manage to overcome any taxi detours, you'll be rewarded with a peaceful corner, excellent food, and true Greek hospitality. We'll...

The only reason we gave this place 2 stars instead of 1, was for the spectacular views of the sunset over the sea. Service and food both had problems; we got a table overlooking the beach and started with drinks while we watched the sunset. Beautiful views here. When we were ready to order, wait staff were hard to attract, despite there only being 3 other tables full. When our food arrived, 3 out of 4 dishes were good, but the 4th, the Kefalonian meat pie, was dry. When the owner asked us how our food was and this was mentioned, he launched into a passionate defense of the dish, and implied that we didn't understand what we were talking about. We resisted the temptation to point out how empty the place was, and decided just to vote with our feet. During our stay in Kefalonia, our party had that same dish multiple times at different tavernas, and it was never as dry and unpalatable. In summary, come here for the view but avoid that pie, and definitely don't mention any concerns to the owner unless you're ok with being patronised. I can only advise the owner to refrain from arguing with customers and instead learn to make use of honest constructive criticism. Maybe then he'll be rewarded with a full restaurant to compliment its...

This is a nice little place just above the main beach in Lassi, with a lovely view of the sea and a welcome breeze – especially handy in the heat.

It’s a casual spot, ideal for a light lunch. We visited twice – once during the lunchtime rush and once later in the day – and although the staff were friendly, the service wasn’t great either time. You do have to make the effort to get someone’s attention, which can get a bit frustrating. When the food came we did ask to order an additional bread and the waitress looked visibly annoyed, which wasn’t a great impression, but understand that they are probably a little overwhelmed.

The food was good – I had some bits to pick at, while the rest of the family had a beef burger and a Greek salad. My sister couldn’t finish her burger, and they kindly offered a takeaway box so she could have the rest later, which was a nice touch. Prices were very reasonable, especially considering the location.

All in all, a good, accessible spot for a laid-back lunch with...