Kritikos Restaurant Port — Restaurant in Municipality of Thessaloniki

Simply disgraceful. For such a high-quality restaurant in appearance, it was a simply unacceptable experience. Let's start from the lesser issues. The services were fine, if you move past the fact the complimentary entrées usually come BEFORE the main dishes and not after. The ambiance was great, good decorations and a great view... if you don't mind the drains leaking on you from the ceiling. Another minor incident I would have moved past, assuming it's just summer, is that I found a dead insect on my plate right upon sitting on my table. I WOULD have moved past if it was JUST the plate, which I asked to be replaced. However imagine my surprise when, as I reach to use my towel, I see another dead insect. What a charming and most certainly clean place. Now the main issue: the food. We ordered four plates in total. Out of which only one can be properly called a dish. I would love to know how you turn your salads so acid we need double the amount of bread to be able to finish it. The mussels were served in such a heavy soup, an egg odour was heavier and more present than the mussels, which by the way weren't even fully cooked for some. Needless to say besides being unpleasant to eat, it is also dangerous. However we reach the apotheosis: the fish soup. Served to my grandma and expecting a warm and savoury dish that wouldn't bother her stomach, we were surprised to see she didn't want to eat after a few bites. That is until I decided to finish the soup for her and got a taste for myself. Never in my life have I had such a sour and bitter soup. I am not even able to describe the aftertaste it left in my mouth. You'd expect things to end here, but there is more. We are currently the morning after our night out when I'm writing this, and both me and my grandma have severe stomach ache. I'm most surprised you achieved to bring ME down, not many restaurants have managed that, congratulations. Now I wouldn't be AS mad, even though it is still unacceptable, if the place wasn't so expensive and didn't show off such a classy and high-quality aspect. We paid a bit less than 60€ in total, which means an average of around 15€ per dish, in a place serving lobsters at a staggering 128€ if I remember correctly. For such prices in Greece, you'd expect way, WAY better. Knowing that for that price in any random tavern in the city you wouldn't leave with food poisoning. Knowing that even in Paris for that price you get proper and edible food, this is simply laughable. Please make your chefs try their creations first before serving them to customers so no more people have to spend their night and morning drinking chamomile tea to ease their pain. That would be...

"A Culinary Gem: Kritikos Surpasses All Expectations"

From the moment you step into Kritikos, you are not just entering a restaurant; you are embarking on an exquisite culinary journey. This gem of a dining establishment excels in every aspect, from its ambiance to its impeccable service and, most importantly, its extraordinary cuisine.

The staff at Kritikos are the heart and soul of the experience. They greet you with genuine warmth, ensuring that every guest feels like an honored member of the Kritikos family. Their attention to detail is unparalleled, anticipating your needs before you even realize them yourself. It's this level of personalized attention that elevates Kritikos from simply a great restaurant to an unforgettable experience.

But the true star of Kritikos is, without a doubt, the food. Each dish is a masterpiece, a testament to the chef's passion for quality and creativity. The flavors are bold, yet balanced, with each ingredient shining through in a harmonious symphony. Whether it's a perfectly cooked piece of fish, a succulent cut of meat, or a creatively crafted vegetarian dish, Kritikos delivers an explosion of flavors that delights the palate.

Moreover, the presentation of each dish is a work of art, showcasing the chef's meticulous attention to detail and deep respect for the culinary craft. It's not just a meal; it's a visual and sensory celebration.

In conclusion, Kritikos is not just a restaurant; it's a destination for anyone seeking a dining experience that transcends the ordinary. Whether it's a special occasion or a desire for a top-tier meal, Kritikos consistently delivers a feast for the senses. It's a place where amazing service, outstanding staff, and incredible food come together to create not just a meal, but a memory that will last a lifetime. I’m giving 5 stars, because...

I’d recommend to order crab salad and octopus, both with refreshing flavour for appropriate appetisers; salad was served in small portion to personal plate directly by the thoughtful waiter while octopus served as the way it is however not troublesome at all for cutting as it’s so tender and properly seasoned. The rest of dishes are rather disappointing for their prices; bread served with olive and nuts was ok without much flavour, oysters are very small and lack of taste, cooked seafoods served into personal plate by the waitress was nicely presented but please be advised that do not expect an equal portion of mussels, scallops and shrimp as there is only 1 scallop and 1 shrimp and more mussels in general. Given that all the cuisines are in small portion so better add on spaghetti or risotto at the end. The prawns spaghetti I ordered was not wow but the sauce was well made.

Table service was quite detail oriented, especially the young waiter was very polite, professional and thoughtful. The seats are not very comfy but overall environment is relaxed and bright with view of the port. Although the WC is at 2nd floor, there is aid chair for helping people with special needs go upstair, and the environment of WC is bright and clean with great fragrance.

No desserts available but for some unknown reason other tables all served with liquor (probably mastiha) but I was not being served, which seems not...