TLDR: Lives up to the hype!
We weren’t sure if the restaurant could live up to all the hype but Kanela more than delivered.
The staff were professional and polite, the location is stunning, and their decor and table arrangements make you feel welcome immediately (added bonus, very cool in the shade and we were comfortable despite it being a hot day).
The food was delicious - a special call-out to the mushroom risotto. The caramelized mushroom dessert with yoghurt semifreddo was also a highlight. Every dish was full of unique flavours you won’t find elsewhere. Was it more expensive than other options in Vitsa? yes, but you do not go to a restaurant like this one and expect the same food you can find in any tavern. The prices felt more than fair for the unique and delicious flavours and atmosphere provided.
A final note: I’m not sure how to account for some of the negative reviews, only to say that this is why I always look at overall scores and not individual negative experiences. It would have been a true shame to miss out on such a beautiful meal! Thank you to the staff and kitchen for giving us a night to remember :)