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Ask Larnaca locals where to take visitors for a proper Cypriot meze and Vlachos comes up again and again — a family-run tavern on the Pyla side of town, away from the seafront strip, where a large share of the tables speak Greek.
What is the meze like?
Traditional and generous rather than refined: wave after wave of grills — souvlakia, sheftalia, pork chops — alongside kleftiko, moussaka, grilled prawns, and squid. The kitchen sends a complimentary fresh salad to start and fruit to finish, and there is homemade lemonade for drivers. Expect roughly €23 per person for the full meze.
Why go here instead of the seafront?
Because this is where the locals actually eat. Prices run a notch below the promenade tavernas, portions a notch above, and the owner works the room himself most nights. The trade-off is location: it sits out toward Pyla on the Dhekelia road side, so you will need a car — the free on-site parking makes that painless.
When should you book?
It is dinner-only and fills with local families from Friday to Sunday; book by phone for weekend evenings. Note the tavern is closed on Mondays.
Opening hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 17:20–00:30 |
| Wednesday | 17:20–00:30 |
| Thursday | 17:20–00:30 |
| Friday | 17:20–00:30 |
| Saturday | 17:20–00:30 |
| Sunday | 17:00–22:30 |
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Meze (per person) | €23.00 |
| Pork souvlakia | €14.50 |
| Grilled halloumi | €7.00 |
| Grilled sea bream | €18.00 |
Frequently asked questions
- When is Vlachos Tavern open?
- Evenings only: Tuesday to Saturday from around 17:20 until after midnight, Sunday 17:00–22:30, closed Mondays. Confirm before driving out, as hours shift seasonally.
- Does Vlachos Tavern have parking?
- Yes, the tavern has its own parking — one of its practical advantages over the seafront tavernas in central Larnaca.
