Aravanes Restaurant

Cretan gastronomy at its best!


Taverna Aravanes established in 1982 and known for the genuine hospitality, warm welcome and the delicious traditional food. It is run by Eleftheria and Maria Papoutsaki, daughters of Lambros and Maria Papoutsaki, who first started the business.

In taverna Aravanes you can taste delicious recipes, based on tradition, made with local products and pure ingredients. Many dishes are cooked in the wood oven, which makes the food exceptional! You will be welcomed with homemade bread, baked in the oven and once you complete your meal you may taste a homemade dessert, or homemade ice-cream!