PopularMixed Souvlaki
€14Charcoal-grilled skewers with pita, tzatziki and lemon.
4.9 · 1,274 Google reviews
Authentic Cretan flavours,
served like family.
A beloved family-run taverna in the heart of Chersonisos — fresh fish from the Aegean, slow-cooked stifado, charcoal-grilled souvlaki and a glass of raki to finish.
Open today · closes 11 PM Plateia Nymphon, Chersonisos Dine-in & delivery · €15–35
4.9 / 5
1,274 reviews
Family-run
since generations
Local favourite
loved by Cretans
Fresh daily
fish & produce
Our story
A true culinary gem of Crete.
For years, Taverna Harakas has welcomed locals and travellers alike with the warmth of a Cretan home. Our recipes are passed down, our fish arrives fresh each morning, and our tables are set for long evenings of food, raki and live music.
Sit on the square under the bougainvillea, order a few mezze to share, and discover why guests keep coming back.
Menu highlights
Loved by guests, again and again.
Popular
PopularMoussaka
€12Layered aubergine, beef ragu and golden béchamel.
Fresh fishWhole Grilled Sea Bass
€22Caught daily, dressed with olive oil, lemon and oregano.
Chef's pickGrilled Octopus
€16Slow-cooked tender octopus with capers and herbs.
Also popular: Stuffed Vine Leaves · Stifado · Greek Salad · Sardines · Baklava · Lamb · Fried Onion Rings
What guests say
4.9 stars from 1,274 diners.
"I cannot praise this place enough! This was the best experience of all the restaurants I've been to in Crete. We arrived and ordered quickly despite it being busy."
Karyna Azarian
Local Guide · 353 reviews
"A true culinary gem in Crete — Harakas Taverna is everything you could hope for in a traditional Greek dining experience."
Idan Rimon
Local Guide · 21 reviews
"Warm, family-run taverna with real Greek flavors. The fish is the star — fresh, well-roasted, and simply seasoned. Fair prices, friendly service, packed with locals."
Yicheng Ke
Local Guide · 35 reviews
Find us
Plateia Nymphon, Chersonisos.
Right on the village square — easy to find, easier to love. We welcome walk-ins, but on busy nights we recommend a quick call ahead.
2897 021815 Plateia Nymphon, Chersonisos 700 14, Crete
- Monday
- 12:00 – 23:00
- Tuesday
- 12:00 – 23:00
- Wednesday
- 12:00 – 23:00
- Thursday
- 12:00 – 23:00
- Friday
- 12:00 – 23:00
- Saturday
- 12:00 – 23:00
- Sunday
- 12:00 – 23:00
Reserve a table
Request your table — we'll call back.
Tell us when you'd like to visit and how many guests. We confirm every request within the hour during opening times.