Astakos Seafood & Grill Restaurant, KOS Island — Restaurant in Municipality of Kos

Perhaps the worst food we've had on the island. For being named seafood and grill we found both departments severely lacking in quality as well as the appropriate price. The restauratnd is priced higher than all it's neighboring competitors and is unfortunately the worst. The less dissapointing part was probably the sardines that my mother described as they had rather been boiled than grilled because they lacked crispness. Then the grilled chicken.... Fistly the lack of options for a place called "grill" is crazy they have maybe 4 meals that are meat related and they obviously aren't a meat place.. The chicken was served with polenta that was grilled? also tasteless and the best part of the meal. The chicken itself was described as stuffed with seasoning and olives which was nowhere to be found as I am sure even the english would find it tasteless and not even salt and peper would save me as it was nowhere in sight. Upon cutting into the chicken the pinkish-orangeish stuffing made it look like the chicken was raw so yeah... The portion was also laughably small for 18 euros. If I was you I'd take grill out of my name... The lemonade with elederflower was great though... The most expensive disappointment yet... Go to the neighboring restaurants unless u want explicitly seafood false advertisement on the grill part. The staff was nice! Edit!!!!: Yeah we never said the food was delicious if i recall correctly my mother quite stiffly answered "ok😕". I don't owe you my time or my nerves i would have wasted arguing with you.. Which i knew would happen because i opened reviews in the restaurant and saw how you reply to people, unlike how you did to me. Even if i had complained and the cook changed the whole meal that wouldn't take away from the fact that that is how you usually serve the meal normally. You cooked the food i left a comment for other people mostly since you obviously spend more time replying to comments with hostile energy rather than bettering your kitchen. I wasn't going to dignify your implication that we can't afford your prices(embarrassing for any management) or the pljeskavica and ćevapi koment ahahahhah. But it is honestly quite embarassing for a "respectable" restaurant to compare themselves to, in my opinion nasty, serbian street food which is 2€... and which would have unfortunately been preferable to the offence you served. I don't really care if you will better the food since i had already decided there that I wouldn't be coming back but to leave the honest review for other people to see. You claim to want honest critiques but discourage people by replying like this....

Food intolerance does not mean anything to them and they bring standard plate despite detailed information given

Response: Your answer shows how right I am to think that you do not take allergies and intolerances seriously.

First of all, although I insisted that no other food be put next to the shrimp, it came in a small bowl on top of spinach and tomatoes, i.e. 100% in contact with these foods. Wish I was took a photo! Since it was not possible for me to eat this dish, my husband ate it. Why he ate it instead of reordering? Because we thought you will simply remove vegatables and bring same-but contaminated plate again. And it would arise serious conditions.

During the payment process we told the waiter that we would not tip him because he did not take such an important health issue seriously. Of course he got very angry, raised his voice and started arguing (customers at other tables turned to listen). He first claimed that the vegetables did not touch the shrimp although my order was “just shrimps on plate”. When I said that this was not possible in the small bowl, he suggested that we could send the plate back. Is this the “refusal” you mentioned?

The order had already arrived, we did not say anything, my husband had eaten it, we had paid for it, and you would have heard about it at payment moment. At what point I “refused” to change the plate?

The fact that I did not tip and this review upset you does not mean that you should give false information. This is an health issue. Putting vegetables on the same plate and claiming that they came separately will mislead other customers with this condition and seriously endanger their health in the island environment. I wish you had professionally said "we are sorry, we will try to prevent the same thing from happening again" instead of putting forward an unreal scenario.

Customers with allergies and intolerances should be very careful. They only care about the tip and review, not your health. And disrespectfully give false information on such an...

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Astakos Seafood & Grill Restaurant on KOS Island, and it was an unforgettable experience! From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warm hospitality and a stunning view of the sea.

The menu is a seafood lover’s dream, offering a wide variety of fresh catches and expertly prepared dishes. I started with the grilled octopus, which was tender and flavorful, a true testament to the chef’s skill. The main course was equally impressive – I had the sea bass, which was perfectly cooked and accompanied by a delightful medley of seasonal vegetables.

The ambiance of the restaurant is both elegant and relaxed, making it the perfect spot for a romantic dinner or a special occasion. The staff were attentive and knowledgeable, providing excellent recommendations and ensuring that our dining experience was top-notch.

What sets Astakos apart is not just the quality of the food, but also the commitment to using locally sourced ingredients, which really shines through in the freshness and taste of the dishes.

In conclusion, Astakos Seafood & Grill Restaurant is a must-visit when on KOS Island. Whether you're a seafood enthusiast or just looking for an exceptional dining experience, this restaurant delivers on all fronts. I can’t wait to return and try more of their...