Gay Crete · Restaurants & Cafes

Mamma Mio! Mezestaurant serves authentic Greek and Mediterranean dishes. This restaurant in Crete warmly embraces diversity and LGBTQ+ individuals, creating a welcoming space where friends and flavours meet.

Their menu takes diners on a culinary voyage for breakfasts, lunch and dinners, exploring the rich Greek and Cretan flavours. They serve timeless classics, like fresh salads and appetizing starters, as well as innovative delights, including the famous home-cooked meats and sweet desserts. At Mamma Mio! each plate narrates a distinctive tale.

Guests can also enjoy a wide range of beverages, including spirits like ouzo and raki, soft drinks and cocktails, house wines, beers, soft drinks, and coffee. 

All of these combined with the restaurant's warm interiors and breathtaking views create a charming atmosphere that makes it a must-visit place for gay travelers in Crete.

The restaurant operates seasonally and will be closed in the month of November.

Monastery is a gay-friendly traditional upgraded version of Cretan Tavern, located in the heart of Koutouloufari village, and part of the Esperides Resort.

The restaurant is set under beautiful vines, with traditional wooden tables and chairs overlooking the sea views.

The food options cover the wide range of Cretan cuisine, and offer from lighter, vegan or vegetarian options, to delicious fish & seafood dishes, as well as traditional, ‘hardcore’ meat choices. All the ingredients used come from local producers and farms, ensuring the food’s higher quality level and optimum taste.

Among the must-try dishes, are the homemade eggplant salad, fava beans paste, and tzatziki, the famous Greek souvlaki, the grilled meatballs, and the renowned Greek salad. Check out the restaurant’s live cooking spot, where you can see how our chefs cook your delicious souvlaki! Complete your meal with the local wines on offer or some ice cold beers as you soak up the traditional atmosphere in an authentic setting.

Please click through to the official website to see booking and menu options available.

Long-running, gay-friendly cafe bar in Heraklion. Take Five serves a nice selection of food, coffee and drinks including vegetarian and vegan options.

Go in the day for coffee and food, then spend the night drinking spirits, cocktails and enjoying the music.