Heraklion Food & Drink

Kritamon Restaurant, Archanes

Kritamon restaurant offers Cretan cuisine with a gourmet twist.

It is located in the heart of Archanes village in a beautiful cobblestone alley. The lovely atmosphere and chef’s creativity and imagination will give you and your family a memorable dining experience.

Do you need more evidence that Kritamon is an authentic Cretan Restaurant? Just watch this video, where Kalimera Archanes Village is also featured.

Speciality dish

Pilafi (traditional Greek rice dish) with mushrooms
Kritamisou: a Cretan version of the Italian tiramisu

Families should know

Despite the high temperatures on this island, Arhanes is always a little cooler than the rest of Crete, so do not forget to bring a cardigan for you and your kids (even in the summer)
The restaurant is located on a pedestrianised street, so be prepared to park somewhere near the main square of the village and walk up to Kritamon
The restaurant is open daily except for Mondays from 19:00 pm until late
During weekdays, the restaurant is open only for dinner. The lunch option is only provided during weekends.
From Heraklion, follow the road that leads to Knossos and then drive until Arhanes. Pass the village of Kato Arhanes village and continue for 2 more kilometres towards Ano Arhanes, where Kritamon is located
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