Sotiris Tavern — Restaurant in Municipality of West Mani

We have visited many Greek islands and love traditional cuisine. We are not ones to complain normally but this us an honest summary of our experience. Arrived at 20:30 and no tables were set up. Were not welcomed on arrival and felt like we were intruding. Given bread on arrival but told no butter. Took 20 minutes for waiter to appear and was told no point having menu as nothing was ready. Offered beef in tomato with spagetti/potatoes, beef, aubergine, goat in oven, green beans, Greek salad, tzatziki. Drinks took 15 mins to arrive. Misses asked for 1 glass of wine and was brought a caraf, when miatake was politely pointed out, the waiter made out it was our fault and poured a measure into a small tumbler and walked off. Misses' food came out 10 minues before mine. Food was terrible, mine was like a kiddy meal, meatballs with chips. Misses' loves souvlaki but this was a few bits of dried chicken on a stick. See pictures. 1 star for amazing view. 0 stars for hospitality and food. Went after looking at the great reviews so simply don't understand...

I've been vacationing in the area for fourty years, this was and continues to be my favourite restaurant, by far. It is the only place where I can eat my grandmother's sublime dishes, now that she's gone. Excellent quality, this is the epitome of Southern Peloponnese home cooking. You can expect great vegetables, homemade cheese, superb poultry and meat, all cooked, of course, in their own delicious extra virgin olive oil. Not to be missed, it's worth the extra miles...

One of our favorite tavernas to visit when we are staying in the area. Sotiris and his staff are incredibly welcoming and accommodating to everyone who comes here.

The food is fantastic, the portions are huge, and the prices are very affordable. We had a party of 16 people the last time we ate here. Our bill was 250 euro (15.60 per person) for drinks, appetizers, and main courses.

The best of all is the amazing views of Kalamata Bay,...