Last updated: July 2026
For a long time, there was no variety of kosher restaurants in Athens, only a single meat restaurant run by Chabad.
Recently, several more kosher restaurants have opened in the city, today, one can find a kosher vegan restaurant and even a kosher hamburger.
Chabad of Athens also operates a kosher grocery store and provides catering services throughout Greece.
Kosher meat restaurants in Athens
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A Glatt Kosher Sephardic-Mediterranean meat restaurant, managed by Chabad Athens.
Opening Hours: Sunday-Thursday 13:30-21:30.
Address: Esopou 10, Athina 105 54, יוון.
Phone: T +30 210 323 3825
Kosher: Mehadrin, under the supervision of Rabbi Menachem Hendel, Chabad emissary in Athens.
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King David Burger
Kosher meat hamburger restaurant in Athens.
Opening Hours: Sunday-Thursday 11:00-23:00, Friday 11:00-19:00, Saturday night 18:00-01:00.
Address: Ermou 78, Athina 105 51, יוון.
Phone: T +30 694 9527534
Kosher: The “Tiferet Yisrael” Badatz, headed by Rabbi Harel Asher Yazdi.
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Shuk Restaurant
A kosher Mediterranean-style meat restaurant (with vegetarian options) in central Athens.
They offer hummus, falafel, shakshuka, salads, and more.
Delivery service is also available via Wolt.
Opening Hours: Sunday-Thursday 9:30-22:30, Friday 9:30-16:00.
Address: Ermou 117, Athina 105 55, יוון.
Phone: T +30 697 0252857
Kosher: The “Tiferet Yisrael” Badatz, headed by Rabbi Harel Asher Yazdi.
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The tour features audio commentary in 13 languages, including Hebrew.
Tour duration: 1.5 hours.
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance
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Kosher dairy restaurants in Athens
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Parakalo
A Glatt Kosher dairy café-bistro in Athens.
The establishment offers coffee and pastries, breakfast, pasta, pizza, and more.
Opening Hours: Sunday-Thursday 08:00-20:00, Friday 08:00-15:00, Saturday night – from one hour after the end of Shabbat until 23:00.
Address: Mikonos 18, Athina 105 54, יוון.
Phone: T +30 21 03248601
Kosher: Mehadrin, under the supervision of Rabbi Hendel, Chabad emissary in Athens. Pat Yisrael and Chalav Yisrael.
Kosher shops in Athens
A kosher shop located in the same building as Gustijo restaurant.
They offer delivery to Athens and all parts of Greece, products can also be ordered online.Opening Hours: Sunday 16:00-22:00, Monday-Thursday 10:00-22:00, Friday 10:00-15:30.
Address: Esopou 10, Athina 105 54, יוון.
Phone: T +30 210 323 3825
Chabad House Athens
The Chabad House in Athens is directed by the emissaries Rabbi Menachem and Nechama Hendel.
It offers an active synagogue, Shabbat and holiday meals, a kosher restaurant and grocery store, and serves as a resource for all Jewish needs.
Address: Esopou 10, Athina 105 54, יוון.
Phone: T +30 210 323 3825
Email: info@chabad.gr
Website: www.chabad.gr
Recommended hotels for Kosher-observant travelers in Athens
Nin&Bau Sarri 2
An excellent, new apartment hotel in a prime location in central Athens, just a 4-minute walk from the Chabad House.
The hotel is Israeli-owned and offers outstanding, warm service.
The rooms are air-conditioned and stylishly designed, featuring a coffee machine, electric kettle, and refrigerator.
Family-friendly rooms (accommodating up to 6 people) are also available.
Great value at an attractive price.For Shabbat observers: standard manual keys, the option for a late check-out on Saturday night, and proximity to the Chabad House.
Bonnie Athens by Nin&Bau
An excellent hotel in central Athens—modern, well-maintained, and pleasant—located just a minute away from the Chabad House.
The rooms and suites are air-conditioned and equipped with an electric kettle, coffee machine, and refrigerator.For Shabbat observers: It is located a one-minute walk from the Athens Chabad House, and a standard key option is available.
360Degrees Pop Art Hotel
An excellent, highly recommended hotel in central Athens, just a 3-minute walk from Chabad House.
Spacious, air-conditioned rooms featuring a minibar, electric kettle, and tea/coffee-making facilities.For Shabbat observers: standard keys provided for Shabbat; located near Chabad House.
Mono Lofts
A wonderful apartment hotel in central Athens, located opposite the Chabad House.
The beautiful, air-conditioned apartments feature modern décor, a fully equipped kitchen, and a washing machine, some include a balcony and can accommodate up to six people.For Shabbat observers: a manual key is provided, and the property is situated right across from the Athens Chabad House.
Electra Metropolis
An excellent 5-star hotel in the heart of Athens, located an 11-minute walk from the Chabad House and the kosher restaurant.
The hotel is within walking distance of most sites and attractions and offers a stunning view of the Acropolis.
The hotel’s rooms are modern and elegant, featuring a safe, a minibar, and hot beverage facilities.
The hotel offers partial accessibility for guests with disabilities, including wheelchair-accessible rooms and an elevator to the upper floors.
The hotel features two swimming pools, a gym, and a health and spa center.
Athens Lodge
A very good hotel in central Athens, right next to the Chabad House (a one-minute walk away).
The rooms are relatively large and air-conditioned, some are suitable for families, and there is a family apartment with a private kitchenette.For Shabbat observers: The staff is friendly toward Shabbat-observant guests and helpful with any necessary assistance.
Jason Inn
A wonderful hotel located a 5-minute walk from the Chabad House and the kosher restaurant.
The hotel rooms are air-conditioned and include a minibar, family rooms (accommodating four people) are also available.For Shabbat observers: The staff is Shabbat-friendly and assists with any necessary needs (such as opening doors, etc.).
Micon Str 18
An excellent boutique hotel, one minute from Chabad of Athens.
Air-conditioned rooms featuring a coffee machine, electric kettle, and minibar.
Recommended vacation apartments in Athens
Urban Athens Apartment
A beautiful, modern vacation apartment in central Athens, located about a 10-minute walk from the Chabad House and the “Beth Shalom” synagogue.
The air-conditioned apartment features two bedrooms and a living room, as well as a kitchen equipped with a refrigerator, oven, stovetop, electric kettle, and washing machine. it also includes a pleasant, furnished balcony.
Four Streets Athens
Four Streets Athens offers excellent luxury apartments in the center of Athens, located approximately a 5-minute walk from Chabad House and about 10 minutes from the “Beth Shalom” synagogue.
The apartments come in various sizes and can accommodate up to 24 people.
All apartments are air-conditioned and feature a kitchen fully equipped for meal preparation (including a coffee machine), as well as a washing machine and dryer.
UrbanStay
An apartment hotel in central Athens, a two-minute walk from the Athens Chabad House and the kosher restaurant.
Well-maintained apartments of various sizes, featuring a balcony and a kitchen equipped with a refrigerator, electric kettle, stovetop, oven, and everything needed to prepare meals.
Plaka’s Villa
A stunning private 4-bedroom villa in a perfect location, just a 5-minute walk from the Acropolis and a 16-minute walk from Chabad House.
The villa features a terrace with a view of the Acropolis, a fully equipped kitchen (including a coffee machine), two bathrooms, and free private parking, it accommodates up to 8 people.
Tripodon Plaka
A 3-bedroom villa in central Athens, a 13-minute walk from Chabad House.
The villa features a rooftop terrace with views of Athens and the Acropolis, as well as a fully equipped kitchen, it accommodates up to 6 people.
