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Spondi

Name: Spondi
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A long-established Pangrati restaurant where French technique, a deep wine programme and a composed courtyard offer a more classical counterpoint to Athens’ newer tasting rooms.

Our take

Classical fine dining in vaulted stone rooms

Spondi remains the city’s reference point for travellers who prefer classical fine dining to conceptual theatre. Dinner unfolds through vaulted stone rooms and, in suitable weather, a sheltered courtyard. The cooking is modern French in foundation, with polished sauces, luxury ingredients and a serious cellar; it is a deliberate change of register from the Greek-first menus elsewhere in this itinerary.

Michelin currently awards Spondi one star. Its long reputation sometimes produces outdated claims online, so use the current guide and the restaurant itself rather than old star counts. This is a strong final central-Athens dinner for guests who value formal service and wine pairing. Discuss preferences with the sommelier, leave a generous evening window and check the present menu, closure dates and dress expectations before committing.

Good to know

One Michelin star, French cuisine, Wine cellar, and Courtyard

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