Votsalo — Restaurant in Municipality of Kantanos-Selinon

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A Place You’ll Want to Return To – Botsalo Snack Bar, Paleochora, Crete There are places you visit to simply eat.And then there are places you visit to truly feel.Botsalo Snack Bar in Paleochora belongs to the second category — no doubt about it. Right on the seafront, with the gentle sound of the waves as your background music and the Cretan sun painting everything in golden light, Botsalo isn't just a snack bar — it's a peaceful little corner crafted with care, for people who value simplicity done well. 🍴 The food is a quiet celebration of Mediterranean flavors. Fresh ingredients, honest tastes, and no gimmicks. Whether it’s seafood, light meze, or a quick yet satisfying dish, everything is beautifully prepared and full of character. We especially loved how even the simplest bites were served with intention and balance. ☕ The coffee and cocktails are best enjoyed slowly, with the sea stretching endlessly in front of you. Around sunset, the view turns cinematic — truly one of the best places to watch the day turn into evening. 👨‍🍳 The service is one of Botsalo’s biggest strengths. Warm, attentive, and genuinely kind staff who make you feel like a returning friend, not just a passing customer. It’s that subtle Greek hospitality that makes all the difference. 🌊 The location is ideal — just steps from the beach, quiet yet central, with nothing to block your view of the endless blue. You’ll feel like you’ve stumbled upon a hidden gem. 💰 The prices are more than fair for what you get. It’s not the cheapest place around, but it’s certainly worth every cent — for the quality, the views, and the feeling you’re left with.

🔚 Final thoughts: Botsalo Snack Bar is the kind of place you hope to find on holiday — or wish you had back home. A perfect blend of good food, genuine people, and that timeless coastal vibe that makes you slow down and just breathe. If you ever find yourself in Paleochora, treat yourself to a visit here.You’ll leave feeling more full than when you arrived — in the best...

They took care of better than our families! The place is usually busy because it's the best breakfast in town. Both the man with the beard and the lady that served us are angels! I will always come back only here for breakfast and recommend this place to anyone for an authentic Cretan experience. Truly majestic people!!! Best services I have ever had anywhere in the world! Oh and the beer is...

really good breakfast for a fair price, loved the yoghurt with muesli, fresh fruits and honey. Only negative thing I could say is I had better coffee than the one that's included in the breakfast, but you can buy cappucino, latte or other coffee seperated, it's just not included in the breakfast and I usually don't...