10 delicious choices for lunch in Nicosia
Looking to get somewhere close to work, eat good food, and enjoy this precious break from the office?
We searched and found the most delicious destinations in the city for lunch. Just get ready for a business lunch or snack with colleagues!
A small break for good food will definitely help you get on with your day!
Beba
Lunches at Beba are great. The food is delicious, the staff are impeccable, the owner (Thomas Bekas) is lovable, the space is beautiful, and the atmosphere is so nice, it seems that they plotted to make you want to stay. In its menu you will find Greek and Cypriot recipes that will excite you, and different daily dishes are also offered.
(22252626) Pindarou 2, Nicosia.
Yefsasthai
Here at lunch, you will enjoy well-made culinary food, in a modern setting, in one of the most beautiful neighbourhoods of old Nicosia. You will not find a steady menu here, as the kitchen adapts to fresh seasonal ingredients and only makes daily dishes such as, okra, chickpeas and other legumes, grilled items, fish and seafood. Pork with kolokassi, roast chicken stuffed with chickpeas, lamb in the oven with potatoes and boiled beans aer just some of the items on the menu now.
For more information call 22314486. Patriarchou Grigoriou 22, Nicosia Old Town.
Kali Oreksi
Nicosia’s renowned and award-winning restaurant awaits you at its (relatively new) impressive venue. Here you will taste Greek creative cuisine with influences from the Mediterranean and daily dishes made from the produce of every season.
(22675151) Metochiou 38, Nicosia.
Proedros
The Greek chain of restaurants specialising in souvlaki, kebabs and Middle Eastern flavours, with a presence in Cyprus where it operates its store on Themistoklis Dervis Street in Nicosia. If you want to combine good food, fast and quality service in a magical setting you should definitely visit ‘Proedros’. Here you will find excellent Middle Eastern flavours, such as kavourmas, lachmajun, sausage – pasturmas, traditional falafel, kebab, chicken kebab, and kebab with yoghurt. A good choice for lunch in the city centre.
(70088070) Themistoklis Dervis 9 & Stasikratous Corner 1, Nicosia.
Bottega Amaro
At Pindarou Street’s stylish downtown shop, you’ll go out for lunch with partners and friends. The space is atmospheric and the semi-circular bar is ideal for cocktails and dining. If you’re a pizza aficionado, the Bottega Amaro is great, filling, and made in the right Italian way with four versions and with prices ranging from €13- €18 depending on the topping. A good suggestion for lunch and Sundays at noon.
(22777270) Pindarou 14, Nicosia.
Social Kitchen
Nicosia’s new arrival serves lunch. Social Kitchen is located in a corner store on the avenue and comes to us offering delicious daily cooked meals for an ideal lunch in the centre of the capital. It is a place that has the decor of an American eatery, we see in Hollywood movies with ’50s-’60s aesthetics and design. The menu is divided by day where you are offered four to five dishes. At the same time, there are grilled dishes such as pork and chicken souvlaki, pork and chicken sheftalia, halloumi and chicken breast or thigh. In addition, you will find a selection of five different salads, side dishes and starters.
(22256644) Themistoklis Dervis Ave, Nicosia.
Piatsa Gourounaki
This is a well-known eatery in Nicosia, which makes great Greek food. There is a large modern seating area, and many people enjoy sitting in the outdoor space.
For more information call 70007670.
Skinny Fox
The Eating Awards-award-winning restaurant offers refined international cuisine from a small but comprehensive menu, very good cocktails, low-key music and beautiful décor.
(22256070) Menandrou 14B.
Pyxida
If you love fish and want to impress your guests, Pyxida is the place to go. Whether you go for meze, fish of the day or pasta with seafood, you are sure to eat well.
(22445636) Menandrou 5, Themistoklis Dervis side street.
Cookshop
Pindarou’s small and cute shop, with the sophistication and gastronomic culture of Central Europe’s bistro, brings an alternative dining experience to the capital. Visit for a lunch break with colleagues and enjoy well-made food with quality fresh produce.
(99012307) Pindarou 6A, Nicosia.
