Restaurant Overview in Cyprus: Service, Menu, and Value for Money

An article from the publication "Vestnik Kipra," published on October 20, 2025, analyzes the state of the restaurant sector in Cyprus: hospitality, healthy cuisine, and establishment design are highlighted, alongside menu uniformity and rising prices.

The authors note that in most venues, guests are greeted warmly, the atmosphere is often homely, and the service is prompt and humane. Menus feature a wide range of fish, seafood, legumes, and vegetables, with olive oil frequently used.

There is also an improvement in restaurant decor: interiors and terraces have become more stylish. At the same time, the article points out the uniformity of offerings, even in fine dining restaurants: most menus include similar items — salmon, chicken fillet, steak, and familiar salads.

In traditional taverns, the authors note, there are sometimes preparation issues: dishes may be overcooked or excessively oily, reducing the natural flavor. In addition, prices have risen in recent years, and quality does not always match the bill.

For residents in Cyprus, this means that the choice of a place depends on priorities: atmosphere and familiar dishes are easy to find, while gastronomic experiments require careful selection of establishments.