Quick answers
- Coffee nearby
- Nomad Bread & Coffee, about 7 minutes' walk.
- Steak
- Wolfgang's Steakhouse, about 15 minutes' walk. Beefbar at the Amara for a special night.
- Seafood by the sea
- Fat Fish, about 7 minutes by car.
- Special occasion
- The Amara hotel: Matsuhisa, Beefbar, Locatelli and NEREA.
- Night out
- Cinéma Bar and the tavernas of the Old Town.
- With children
- The SeaBlings pizza, Columbia Beach, Marina Breeze and Jamie Oliver Kitchen.
Walking and driving times are measured from Azure Haven in Bayview Gardens, Germasogeia. Opening hours change often, so check the Google Maps link before you go. Places marked Host's pick are our own favourites.
Germasogeia: on foot from the apartment
The tourist area around Bayview Gardens has filled up with new cafés and restaurants in the last few years. Everything here is a short, flat walk from Azure Haven.
Nomad Bread & Coffee
A busy little bakery-café with fresh pastries, cinnamon rolls and good coffee. Mornings are lively, so grab a pastry to take down to the beach.
Good for: Couples · Families
Open in Google MapsGallus Coffee Brew
A relaxed specialty coffee bar with fresh juices, healthy snacks and sandwiches. A calm place to start the day.
Good for: Couples
Open in Google MapsHarvest Germasogeia Bistro
A stylish all-day bistro, from breakfast to dinner. Known for homemade dumplings and hearty European comfort dishes, with desserts worth saving room for.
Good for: Couples · Families
Open in Google MapsThe Garden
A green hideaway with gazebos, running water and plenty of plants. Good for a slow brunch or a relaxed dinner outdoors.
Good for: Couples · Families
Open in Google MapsAYA Cooks
Creative sharing plates and original cocktails, served in a beautiful garden. A lovely choice for a date night close to home.
Good for: Couples
Open in Google MapsWolfgang's Steakhouse
Host's pickThe Limassol branch of the famous New York steakhouse. Classic cuts like porterhouse and filet mignon, a terrace for warm evenings, and a special-occasion feel.
Good for: Couples
Open in Google MapsThe SeaBlings
A small pizzeria with crisp, generous pizzas and inventive toppings. Easy for families, and great for takeaway on the balcony.
Good for: Families
Open in Google MapsSeafront west: Columbia and Agios Athanasios
A short drive towards the city brings you to some of Limassol's best-known seaside spots, with tables close to the water.
Fat Fish
Host's pickOur favourite for fresh fish and seafood by the sea. Choose from the day's catch and enjoy a long Mediterranean dinner. Book ahead in season.
Good for: Couples · Families
Open in Google MapsColumbia Beach
A lively beach club where you can spend the whole day: breakfast, sunbeds, lunch and cocktails. Good for families who want everything in one place.
Good for: Families
Open in Google MapsNOA
A beach and sailing club in summer that turns into a cosy seafood restaurant with fireplaces in winter. Lovely sea views all year.
Good for: Couples
Open in Google MapsLa Brezza
Elegant Mediterranean cooking by the sea, for an evening when you want to dress up a little.
Good for: Couples
Open in Google MapsEast coast: Agios Tychonas and the Amara hotel
East of the apartment, the coast road leads to Limassol's five-star hotels. The Amara hotel has a collection of well-known restaurants under one roof.
Matsuhisa Limassol
Host's pickChef Nobu Matsuhisa's restaurant at the Amara. Signature dishes like the black cod miso and creative sushi. Book well ahead.
Good for: Couples
Open in Google MapsBeefbar
Host's pickThe Monaco-born Beefbar at the Amara: premium beef cuts, plus lighter street-food style plates and fish.
Good for: Couples
Open in Google MapsRistorante Locatelli
Chef Giorgio Locatelli's Italian kitchen at the Amara, with fresh pasta and classic regional dishes.
Good for: Couples · Families
Open in Google MapsNEREA
Refined, seafood-led Mediterranean cooking with tasting menus, and good options for vegetarians.
Good for: Couples
Open in Google MapsThe Grill Room
A dedicated steak and grill restaurant on the coast road, with prime cuts and well-made starters.
Good for: Couples
Open in Google MapsPetite Plage
A relaxed seaside restaurant a few steps from the waves. Fresh local fish and a calm Mediterranean atmosphere.
Good for: Couples · Families
Open in Google MapsLimassol city centre and Old Town
Narrow streets around Limassol Castle are full of tavernas, bars and new restaurants. It's about 15 minutes by car, or a ride on bus 30 along the seafront.
Cinéma Bar
Host's pickA favourite evening spot in the Old Town for cocktails, wine and dinner. It gets busy late, so come early or book a table.
Good for: Couples
Open in Google MapsMEZE Taverna
A classic place to try a full Cypriot meze, with dish after dish brought to the table. Arrive hungry and book ahead.
Good for: Couples · Families
Open in Google MapsKaratello Tavern
A taverna in the restored Carob Mill buildings next to the castle. Grilled meats and local dishes in a historic setting.
Good for: Couples · Families
Open in Google MapsMostra Meze Tavern
A friendly meze tavern in the heart of the Old Town, close to Saripolou square.
Good for: Couples · Families
Open in Google MapsGiagkini
A small, traditional coffee house and home-cooking taverna, for honest Cypriot food in a local setting.
Good for: Couples
Open in Google MapsColumbia Steak House
A long-established steakhouse in the city centre with a loyal local following.
Good for: Couples · Families
Open in Google MapsSmoky Cowboy Steakbar
Steaks and smoked meats in a relaxed, informal setting.
Good for: Couples · Families
Open in Google MapsRoe and Bone
Modern fine dining near the Old Port, for a special night out.
Good for: Couples
Open in Google MapsStoa Urban Kitchen
A cosy brunch and lunch spot in the old streets, with eggs, avocado toast and good coffee.
Good for: Couples · Families
Open in Google MapsLimassol Marina and Old Port
The waterfront between the Marina and the Old Port is perfect for a sunset walk followed by dinner or drinks by the boats.
Remezzo Cafe
A café-restaurant overlooking the Old Port, good from breakfast to dinner.
Good for: Couples · Families
Open in Google MapsMarina Breeze
Right on the Marina, by the water. Brunch, fresh seafood and creative cocktails, with options for children.
Good for: Couples · Families
Open in Google MapsJamie Oliver Kitchen
Relaxed Italian-Mediterranean dishes at the Marina, an easy choice for families.
Good for: Families
Open in Google MapsCafe Calma
A wide menu with grills, pasta and sushi, and tables facing the Marina.
Good for: Couples · Families
Open in Google MapsWorth the drive
Prime SteakHouse
The steakhouse inside the City of Dreams Mediterranean resort, west of the city. A big night out with premium cuts and polished service.
Good for: Couples
Open in Google MapsSteakhouses at a glance
Meat lovers are spoilt for choice in Limassol. These are the steakhouses we suggest to our guests, from closest to furthest.
| Steakhouse | Where and how far |
|---|---|
| Wolfgang's Steakhouse | Mouttagiaka, about 15 min walk |
| Beefbar | Amara hotel, about 10 min by car |
| The Grill Room | Agios Tychonas, about 6 min by car |
| Columbia Steak House | City centre, about 15 min by car |
| Smoky Cowboy Steakbar | City centre, about 15 min by car |
| Prime SteakHouse | City of Dreams, about 20 min by car |
FAQ
Where can I eat near Germasogeia in Limassol?
Within a short walk of the Germasogeia tourist area you'll find Nomad Bread & Coffee and Gallus Coffee Brew for breakfast, Harvest Bistro and The Garden for all-day dining, AYA Cooks for creative dinners, The SeaBlings for pizza and Wolfgang's Steakhouse for steak.
Where is the best seafood in Limassol?
For fresh fish by the sea, our guests love Fat Fish in the Columbia area. NOA, Petite Plage and NEREA at the Amara hotel are also good seafood choices.
Which steakhouses are there in Limassol?
Popular steakhouses include Wolfgang's Steakhouse in Mouttagiaka, Beefbar at the Amara hotel, The Grill Room in Agios Tychonas, Columbia Steak House and Smoky Cowboy Steakbar in the city centre, and Prime SteakHouse at City of Dreams Mediterranean.
Which restaurants are at the Amara hotel in Limassol?
The Amara hotel on Amathus Avenue is home to Matsuhisa (Japanese-Peruvian by chef Nobu Matsuhisa), Beefbar, Ristorante Locatelli, NEREA and the Amara Rooftop Bar.
Where should I go for a night out in Limassol Old Town?
Start with a sunset walk at the Marina, then head into the Old Town around Limassol Castle. Cinéma Bar is a favourite for cocktails and dinner, and the streets nearby are full of tavernas and bars.
Where can I try traditional Cypriot meze in Limassol?
MEZE Taverna, Karatello Tavern in the Carob Mill complex, Mostra Meze Tavern and Giagkini are good places to try a traditional meze.
Do I need to book restaurants in Limassol?
For dinner on Friday and Saturday, and for the popular restaurants at the Amara hotel and by the sea, booking ahead is a good idea, especially in summer.