Zephyros Restaurant

Zephyros Restaurant sits right by Larnaca's fishing harbour, where the day's catch travels a short distance from boat to plate. This lively, high-energy tavern has earned a loyal local following alongside its many visitors, drawing crowds for some of the freshest seafood in Cyprus. Start with a generous fish meze of crisp whitebait, tender grilled octopus and calamari, plus house-made bread and dips like tahini and tzatziki.

Fresh sea bass and sea bream are treated simply, olive oil, lemon and fire, letting the quality speak for itself, while the fried squid and swordfish with tomato and onions are standout mains. The atmosphere is loud, warm and authentically Mediterranean, with a large dining room and outdoor terrace facing the port. A big team of attentive waiters keeps service brisk even at peak times, and families are welcomed with a dedicated kids' menu.

Open daily from 11:30 to 22:30, Zephyros is an easy recommendation for anyone chasing quality seafood at a reasonable price in a genuine, unpretentious setting.