Koukoutsi — Restaurant in Paros Municipality

a true hidden gem! three of us stumbled in on a rainy morning after a nearby bar said they weren't serving alcohol yet. we were frozen and just wanted to sit. the bartender/owner was incredibly kind and welcoming, and when we didn't know what we wanted recommended Rakomelo - which was incredibly delicious and exactly the right thing. as everyone else has mentioned, the bar snacks served with it were above and beyond what i was served anywhere else in my two weeks in greece. hearty, tasty, fresh and local. the bar is teeny tiny, i'm not even sure where he was producing these treasures from, but i still dream about them. when we ordered a second round of drinks he asked if we eat meat (so thoughtful!) and when hearing that two of us do, brought a whole new selection of treats (with enough vegetarian options! and not boring ones!) that were even better than the first. had a very local vibe, we saw a couple regulars come in while we sat. highly, highly,...

This place is a treasure. Sitting there and watching the world go by is like screening an avant-garde Japanese movie: riveting and meditative at the same time. Totally unpretentious, very warm but never obsequious welcome. Amazing mezedes which change every day and which just land on the table, none of the hassle of choosing. There is good music, sometimes betteer than others (I favour Cretan). I cannot recommend it too highly. I feel happy there even before the alcohol works its gentle way into one's For the disrecning tourist and traveller rather than the Stag Do...

What a lovely and friendly atmosphere in this little gem. A tiny bit hidden from the square you find this little oasis, run by a super friendly and smiley young woman. She serves ice cold drinks and surprises you with lovely home made little 'Greek meze'. Every round we got another yummy little thing to try. Sadly we had some drinks before and couldn't stay longer in this nice bar as we got a bit woozy already. Great music as well. A place to simply hang out and enjoy away from the tourist crowds. We...