cafe-small plates restaurant

Welcome to "Aerides"

We are located in Aerides, a small neighborhood in Athens’ most famous area, Plaka. In an oasis of beauty built under the shadow of the Acropolis, in the heart of the city’s ancient center, we present you a new concept that emphasizes hospitality, excellent company, entertainment, and authentic Greek cuisine.

                After a relaxing stroll around Plaka’s charming streets, you may enjoy your breakfast with a large range of coffees and beverages, as well as your wine, beer, ouzo, or tsipouro! We have prepared a rich menu with traditional Greek meze (small dishes served as a complement to beverages), combining high-quality raw ingredients with genuine Greek products! We take pride in the fact that our dishes are prepared using traditional recipes passed down from generation to generation and are the essence of Greece!

                In “Aerides” we embrace the concept of Greek hospitality as it has been portrayed in our country for thousands of years, including the welcoming and care of visitors, the company, and exquisite Greek cuisine. Our goal is to provide you with our finest services in a very pleasant and friendly setting, with the imposing presence of the Tower of the Winds (Aerides) as the ideal backdrop.

We are located at Aerides in Plaka, one of Athens' most historic neighborhoods

"Aerides"

We are located at Aerides in Plaka, one of Athens’ most historic neighborhoods. The area gets its name from the Clock of Andronikos Kyrristos, also known as Aerides, Monument of the Winds, or Tower of the Winds, an octagonal tower that is currently regarded the world’s oldest meteorological-horometric station. It was constructed in the first half of the first century BC by the astronomer Andronikos from the Kyrros district of Macedonia, and the winds are etched with their symbols and names on the top of each side of the monument. A magnificent historical landmark that has existed in the same location for hundreds of years and takes us on a journey through Athens’ history from ancient times to the present! 

            In a beautiful square with plane trees, reminding of a scene from another era, we have created a friendly atmosphere, ready to welcome you every day! Our goal is to become your favorite hangout in a setting of friendly service and genuine relaxation.