From traditional home-cooked dishes and comforting favourites to freshly prepared meals and seafood, these 13 restaurants offer plenty of options for a satisfying lunch in Cyprus.
Remember when the lunch break meant stopping at a favourite local restaurant, enjoying a freshly cooked meal and chatting with colleagues? Over the years, city life has changed. Restaurants have become a bigger part of our daily routines, and lunch has evolved into a welcome moment of enjoyment during a busy day.
Today, there are plenty of options for a good midday meal. Whether you are looking for comfort food, traditional dishes, creative meat or fish recipes, fresh salads or something to suit different dietary preferences, restaurants across Cyprus have adapted their menus to meet the needs of people who want to eat well without spending their entire afternoon at the table.
Here are 13 places worth considering for your next lunch break.
1. Columbia Beach
For lunch by the sea, Columbia Beach remains one of Limassol’s established choices. Open throughout the day and welcoming visitors all year round, it combines carefully prepared cuisine, a relaxed atmosphere and uninterrupted sea views.
The menu offers something for different tastes and occasions. Options range from salads and lighter dishes to pasta, burgers, seafood, steaks, sushi and sharing platters. This makes it suitable for both a quick weekday lunch and a more leisurely meal with friends, colleagues or family.
Its variety is one of its main attractions. Groups can choose between lighter options and familiar favourites, while sharing platters give the meal a more sociable feel. The setting is comfortable and polished without being overly formal.
The bright, spacious interior, consistent quality and attentive service also make it a suitable choice for business meetings. Its all-day concept means lunch can easily continue with coffee or a cocktail.
Open daily from 9am to 2am, Columbia Beach is a popular meeting point for those looking for a complete lunch experience by the sea.
Info:
Phone: 25 321 500
Address: 6 Protomachon Eleftherias, Agios Athanasios, Limassol 4103
Website: columbia-beach.com
2. Columbia Pier
Just a short walk from the historic Enaerios pier, Columbia Pier offers lunch with direct sea views and a relaxed atmosphere.
Its menu has a casual feel, with salads, sandwiches, burgers, pizzas and sharing platters. These options are well suited to a quick break or an informal meeting during the day. Coffee, other drinks and cocktails are also available for those who have time to stay a little longer.
The concept is straightforward: familiar choices, with an emphasis on quality and efficient service. Its location along the seafront, quick service and comfortable setting make it a practical option for people working or spending time in central Limassol.
The proximity to the sea gives the restaurant a distinctive atmosphere, making even a short meal feel more relaxed.
For a sweet finish, guests can also enjoy desserts and the popular gelato from Columbia Confectionery.
Info:
Phone: 25 321 900
Address: Olympion A, 331 28 October Avenue, Enaerios Port Area, Limassol 3106
Website: columbia-pier.com
3. Dionysus Mansion
Who says a special meal has to wait until the evening?
At Dionysus Mansion, an ordinary weekday can become an enjoyable dining experience. From Monday to Friday, the restaurant in the heart of Limassol offers a lunch menu that brings together creative cooking and warm hospitality.
Using fresh, quality Cypriot ingredients and selected local produce, chef Dimitris Chaidemenos draws inspiration from Greek and Cypriot cuisine. Each dish is handmade, with familiar flavours given a contemporary touch.
Housed in an impressive mansion, the restaurant combines elegant surroundings with a welcoming atmosphere. Its setting makes it suitable for a business lunch, a meeting with friends or a meal with family and loved ones.
Whether you want to take a break from work or enjoy a more leisurely midday meal, Dionysus Mansion offers a chance to enjoy carefully prepared food in a distinctive setting.
Info:
Phone: 25 222 210
Address: 5 16th June Street, Limassol 1943
Instagram: @dionysusmansion
Facebook: Dionysus Mansion
4. ĒTHIMO
With more than two years on Nicosia’s dining scene, ĒTHIMO has established itself as part of the city’s everyday food culture. At lunchtime, its tables attract workers and groups looking for a good meal away from the demands of the day.
The menu combines familiar flavours with creative touches, giving Greek dishes a fresh perspective. The kitchen uses selected products from Greek and Cypriot producers, with simple cooking techniques that allow the ingredients to speak for themselves.
Traditional dishes are among the highlights. These include slow-cooked lamb with roast potatoes and herbs, rooster pastitsada with hilopites pasta, and beef cooked in tomato sauce with chips.
Legumes also feature prominently, with dishes such as black-eyed beans and giant beans baked in tomato sauce, depending on the season and availability. A standout is the chickpea stew with lemon thyme.
For seafood lovers, the restaurant places particular emphasis on fresh fish. Catch-of-the-day fish is grilled to preserve its natural flavour, while more creative options include orzo with the fish of the day, fennel, courgette and Assyrtiko wine.
Seasonal specials may include courgette fritters, raw red porgy, raw shrimp from Koilada and lobster pasta, alongside meat dishes. A carefully selected wine list, with an emphasis on Greek wines, completes the experience.
Info:
Phone: 22 494 449
Address: 13 Vasileos Pavlou, Nicosia 1096
Opening hours: Monday–Saturday, 12.30pm–3.30pm and 5pm–11.30pm (kitchen)
Facebook: Ethimo Restaurant
Instagram: @ethimo_restaurant
5. Maestro Place
In Engomi, an area with a strong business presence, chef Ilias Lekkas’ Maestro Place offers a good reason to step out for lunch.
The restaurant focuses on fresh, carefully prepared food and ingredients sourced from Cyprus. Its daily dishes draw inspiration from Greek and Cypriot cuisine while maintaining a contemporary approach.
Seasonality, local produce and freshness are at the heart of its philosophy. The menu is updated daily, depending on the ingredients available and what is fresh at the market. This means lunchtime can bring different choices, from traditional home-cooked dishes to more creative plates.
Alongside its regular menu, the restaurant offers daily specials. Recent examples include pumpkin soup, purslane salad with cherry tomatoes, fresh black-eyed beans with courgette and lentils prepared in the traditional Cypriot style.
Main courses may include moussaka, pork with taro, and grilled chicken fillet with honey-mustard sauce and orzo. Meat options also include pork chops, black pork with sweet-and-sour sauce and sweet potato purée, and grilled beef picanha with chips.
Fish and seafood dishes include grilled red porgy fillet with wild greens, tuna fillet with aubergine rice, salmon with boiled greens and meagre with wild greens. Desserts of the day may include anari cream and Panorama-style pastry triangles with pistachio cream.
The food is served in a relaxed setting with earthy colours and wooden details, complemented by the team’s warm hospitality.
Info:
Phone: 22 262 598
Address: 21 Stasinou Street, Engomi, Nicosia 2404
Opening hours: Monday–Sunday, 12.30pm–4pm and 7.30pm–11.30pm
Facebook: Maestro Place
Instagram: @maestroplacecy
6. PizzaExpress
For a relaxed lunch without too much formality, PizzaExpress remains a familiar choice. It works equally well for a quick break from work, a meeting with friends or a casual family meal.
Pizza is naturally at the heart of the menu, with its characteristic thin base and a selection of classic and more contemporary toppings. Salads, starters and other favourites provide additional options for a meal that can be adapted to the occasion and the time available.
The restaurant focuses on familiar flavours and dishes that are easy to share. Guests can opt for a quick pizza and salad or take their time over a more complete meal.
Its lively, welcoming atmosphere and consistent quality have helped it maintain a loyal following over the years. It is also an easy choice for families and groups looking for a straightforward lunch.
Info:
Limassol: 14 Spyrou Kyprianou Avenue, 4043 Limassol — 25 318 709
Paphos: Pafinia Sea View Court 52–53, Poseidonos Avenue, 8042 Kato Paphos — 26 923 034
Website: pizzaexpress.com.cy
7. RESERVA 52 LOUNGE
Signature dishes, traditional favourites and a warm, elegant atmosphere make RESERVA 52 LOUNGE an option for a business lunch or a relaxed meeting with friends in central Nicosia.
Located on the ground floor of LABS Tower, a short walk from Stasikratous Street, the restaurant combines contemporary Mediterranean cuisine with familiar traditional flavours.
Inspired by Crete, Cyprus and the wider Mediterranean, its lunch menu includes signature dishes, fresh salads and a selection of daily specials, with an emphasis on quality ingredients and authentic flavours.
Highlights include slow-cooked pork knuckle with thyme and honey, organic chicken breast with crispy skin, chimichurri and pavé bravas potatoes, and rack of lamb with slow-cooked chickpeas, spinach and citrus notes.
Those looking for more familiar, home-style food can choose from the daily specials. These may include pork chop with sweet potato purée and grilled vegetables, mutton burger with Parmesan mashed potatoes, and traditional Cypriot black-eyed beans.
Elegant décor, natural light and attentive hospitality create a setting that balances comfort with understated luxury. The restaurant is suitable for business meals and informal gatherings, while its leafy garden at the back offers a quieter setting.
Info:
Phone: 22 212 505
Address: Ground floor, LABS Tower, 4 Foti Pitta Street, Nicosia 1065
Opening hours: Monday–Friday, 8am–11.30pm; Saturday, 9am–11.30pm; Sunday closed, except on special occasions
Website: reserva52.com.cy
Instagram: @reserva_52_lounge
Facebook: Reserva 52 Lounge
TikTok: @Reserva52Lounge
8. Pyxida Fish Tavern
A good lunch calls for quality ingredients, carefully prepared food and a setting suited to the occasion. With more than 20 years in the restaurant business, Pyxida has become a familiar name among seafood lovers, with locations in Nicosia and Limassol Marina.
The restaurant places the emphasis on fresh ingredients and well-balanced flavours, combining seafood with attentive hospitality. Its venues are suitable for everything from a relaxed meal with friends to a business lunch.
In Nicosia, Pyxida is an established choice for those looking to enjoy a meal in the city centre, whether during a break from work or as part of a meeting with colleagues. At Limassol Marina, the seaside setting adds a more leisurely feel to the experience.
Seafood is at the heart of the menu, with the kitchen focusing on preparations that bring out the natural flavour of the ingredients. The comfortable surroundings and attentive service make it suitable for both everyday dining and special occasions.
Info:
Limassol Marina: 25 051 200 — open daily, 12.30pm–11pm
Nicosia: 5 Menandrou Street, 1066 Nicosia — 22 445 636; open daily, 12pm–4pm and 6.45pm–10.30pm
Facebook: Pyxida Fish Tavern
9. Eukouzin
Ten years after opening, Eukouzin continues to attract diners. Owner Antonis Kotsis and his team have built the restaurant around hospitality, good food, quality wine and, above all, relationships with their customers.
The menu brings together dishes that evoke memories of home cooking. Options include stuffed vegetables, slow-cooked beef soup, homemade bread baked over charcoal, fresh-cut Cypriot potatoes fried in olive oil, aubergine imam, giouvarelakia in egg-and-lemon sauce, chickpeas and moussaka.
The charcoal grill is always in use, while the kitchen continues to prepare its dishes throughout the day.
On Thursday and Saturday evenings, food is accompanied by live music, turning the restaurant into a meeting place for people and culture. The events also provide a platform for local artists and help keep traditional music alive.
Info:
Phone: 70 003 336
Address: 3 Kimonos Street, 6015 Larnaca
Website: eukouzin.com
Facebook: Eukouzin
10. Beba
Evenings at Beba have their own charm, but lunchtime offers a different experience. Located in the heart of Nicosia, the award-winning restaurant combines a warm atmosphere, carefully considered design and a much-loved courtyard with its own interpretation of Greek and Cypriot cuisine.
It is a good choice for a relaxed lunch, a meal with friends or a meeting with colleagues that does not have to end in a hurry.
The restaurant’s identity is closely connected to its people. Owner Thomas Bekas, named Best Restaurateur at the Cyprus Eating Awards 2025, often welcomes guests personally. In the kitchen, chef and co-owner Varnavas Ilias approaches Greek and Cypriot culinary traditions with a creative perspective.
All dishes are prepared in-house, with particular attention paid to ingredients and seasonality.
The menu changes regularly, with a small selection of established dishes complemented by daily specials based on available ingredients. Fresh fish, seasonal vegetables, meat and Cypriot cheeses from selected producers all feature.
The meal begins with sourdough bread and black olives, followed by the day’s recommendations. Guests can order several dishes to share or enjoy a complete meal.
Lunch options may include traditional cooked dishes such as black-eyed beans, as well as stews and other home-style favourites. Starters include white taramas, homemade courgette fritters and a selection of dishes from land and sea.
Fresh fish and seafood, including langoustines, prawns and red porgy, sit alongside grilled meats, premium Creekstone cuts and more creative dishes such as short rib with Commandaria and carrot purée, risotto and pasta.
Desserts include tiramisu and lemon cheesecake with berry sauce, as well as homemade creations such as pavlova.
The wine list focuses on Cypriot and Greek vineyards, alongside selected international labels. Wines by the glass are also available, while the bar offers cocktails for those looking for something different.
Info:
Phone: 22 252 626
Address: 2 Pindarou Street, Nicosia
Instagram: @beba_restaurant
11. Pantopoleio – Kali Orexi
At Pantopoleio – Kali Orexi, Greek and Cypriot cuisine meet contemporary cooking, making lunchtime an enjoyable part of the day.
Some places are chosen not just for the food, but also for their atmosphere, hospitality and familiar feel. Located in the heart of Nicosia, Pantopoleio – Kali Orexi is one of them.
Its approach is rooted in the authenticity of Greek and Cypriot cuisine, combined with a modern, creative perspective that has helped the restaurant develop its own culinary identity.
Chef Fanis Papaefstratiou approaches familiar Mediterranean flavours with creativity, respect for ingredients and attention to detail. Traditional recipes are given a contemporary character, while comfort food is presented with a fresh perspective.
The menu includes meat, fish, seafood and vegetable dishes, while daily specials range from legumes and fresh fish to creative Mediterranean options.
Info:
Phone: 99 075 151
Address: 38 Metochiou Street, Nicosia 1101
Opening hours: Monday–Saturday, 12pm–4pm and 7pm–11pm
Website: pantopoleiocy.com
Instagram: @pantopoleio_kaliorexi
12. Stoa tou Dimitri
With more than 40 years of history, Stoa tou Dimitri is an established part of Nicosia’s restaurant scene. Known for its home-style cooking and freshly prepared meals, it has become a landmark in the Digeni Akrita area.
The restaurant is particularly popular with those who appreciate traditional, straightforward food. Guests can order either full or half portions, while its selection of meze and daily dishes has helped it maintain a loyal following over the years.
The menu changes daily according to seasonal ingredients and places particular emphasis on quality. Freshly cooked legumes and traditional dishes include beef stifado, taro, green beans, okra and moussaka.
There are also grilled options such as sheftalia, souvlaki, wine-marinated meat and liver, as well as fish dishes.
With its spacious dining areas and friendly service, the restaurant offers plenty of choices for different appetites. Whether you are in the mood for legumes, a selection of meze or grilled food, there is something to suit the occasion.
Info:
Phone: 22 343 030
Address: 28 Digeni Akrita Avenue, Nicosia
Opening hours: Monday–Saturday, 12.30pm–4pm and 7.30pm–11pm (kitchen)
Facebook: Stoa tou Dimitri
Instagram: @stoa_tou_demetri
13. Chytron Geuseis
A familiar name on Nicosia’s food scene for many years, Chytron Geuseis continues to attract people who appreciate traditional Cypriot home cooking.
Named after the quiet street where it is located, the restaurant has become a popular choice for those looking for familiar flavours and the warmth of a home-cooked meal.
Its daily menu includes freshly prepared dishes, vegetables cooked in olive oil, traditional stews and boiled dishes. The welcoming setting makes it suitable for a filling meal between work commitments, a quick meeting with friends or simply a day when you want something comforting.
The selection changes regularly and includes lentils, fresh beans, giant beans, chickpeas, broad beans and black-eyed beans. Other dishes include taro prepared in the traditional way, peas, green beans, spinach with lamb, meatballs and courgette fritters.
Classic favourites such as pasta with minced meat and cinnamon also feature.
For those who prefer seafood, options include salmon, sea bream and calamari. There are also fasting dishes, providing choices for different dietary preferences.
The restaurant places emphasis on value for money, offering fresh, filling and affordable meals. Guests can round off their lunch with coffee or a homemade dessert.
Info:
Phone: 22 261 261
Address: 11 Chytron Street, off Kennedy Avenue, Nicosia
Opening hours: Monday–Friday, 12pm–4pm
Facebook: Chytron Geuseis
Instagram: @chytrongeuseis
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