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The Ten Sentences You Need
Most restaurants work in English. But in a Troodos village taverna with Greek-only menu: these sentences save the evening. Even in tourist restaurants: ordering in Greek gets a smile, a larger portion and sometimes a kerásma.
Key Phrases
"Éna trapézi gia dýo" (table for 2). "Ti protínete?" (what do you recommend?). "Tha páro..." (I'll have...). "Ton logariasmo" (the bill). "Ítan poli oréo!" (it was delicious!). "Yamas!" (cheers!).
This was exactly our experience: Key Phrases "Éna trapézi gia dýo" (table for 2). "Ti protínete?" (what do you recommend?). "Tha páro..." (I'll have...). "Ton logariasmo" (the bill). "Ítan poli oréo!" (it was delicious!). "Yamas!"...
– Couple from Leipzig, in Troodos since 2022
Deciphering the Menu
Mezédes (small dishes). Kréas (meat). Psári (fish). Arnί (lamb). Souvláki (skewers). Moussaká (aubergine casserole). Kléftiko (slow-roasted lamb). Patátes (potatoes). Glykó (dessert).
Ordering Meze
"Meze, parakaló" – and lean back. 8-15 dishes arrive: hummus, halloumi, souvlaki, kleftiko, salad. €18-30/person. Best introduction to Cypriot cuisine.
Ordering at a Restaurant in Greek
Locations: Troodos
Topics: The Ten Sentences You Need, Key Phrases, Deciphering the Menu
CMC Practical Tip
But in a Troodos village taverna with Greek-only menu: these sentences save the evening.
Frequently Asked Questions
No – 90% have English menus. But Greek impresses and improves service.
8-15 small dishes served sequentially. €18-30/person. Best way to experience Cypriot cuisine.
10% upscale. Simple taverna: round up or €1-2. Not obligatory but appreciated.
Gift from the house – fruit, loukoumi or zivania after the meal. Sign of hospitality. Accept gratefully.
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