New Sports Cafe Gastropub — Restaurant in Municipality of Chersonissos

Rolled into the New Sports Cafe in Koutouloufari like a Red Bull on pole—sleek, a bit sweaty, and in need of a good pit stop. Perched on Κώστα Βάρναλη 1, this place is the holy trinity of good grub, great vibes, and absolute bangers blasting from the speakers.

First off—George. The man, the myth, the mate you didn’t know you needed. Friendly, chilled, and runs the joint like he’s hosting you in his living room. He’s the kind of guy who remembers your drink, your favourite team, and probably your star sign.

Then there’s the pork gyros. Sweet Zeus on a skewer—these things are next-level. Perfectly grilled, wrapped up like edible gold, and absolutely hit the spot. Pair it with a cold pint and you’ll be wondering why you ever considered going anywhere else.

And the music? Oh mate… chef’s kiss. Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd—just pure rock classics rolling out while you watch F1 on the big screen and tuck into your food like a Greek god on cheat day. It’s not just background noise, it’s a full vibe.

If your ideal night involves roaring engines, sizzling gyros, and guitar solos that slap—this is your nirvana. George, keep doing the Lord’s (and Hendrix’s) work.

Come for the F1, stay for the gyros, leave with a full belly and a new mate...

Visited for a late breakfast which is served until 12:30. We were a party of 8.

Restaurant very quiet at this time and I think that is reflected in staffing levels, so when we placed 8 food orders it must have strained the kitchen, as four of our meals arrived first, and then those meals were virtually finished by the time the rest arrived. The toast for the breakfast also arrived when most of breakfast was finished.

But reasonable prices, the food was tasty, the waiter was very friendly. I'd visit again but ideally in a smaller party/ when there...

Sports bar in Koutouloufari. Really enjoyed the food (honey mustard burger in particular) and there's a good drinks menu. Child-friendly (as is everywhere on Crete to be fair).

There's a roof-top bar upstairs which is sheltered from the sun. The bar team are really friendly and helpful.

But the highlight for me was that they have lots of foreign sports channels which meant I could watch England win the last test of the Ashes 2023 in Crete (whilst drinking a Guinness) when I had all but given up watching cricket here....