Kafeneion to Steki

Kafeneion to Steki brings a slice of Crete to Leith, a Cretan taverna where tradition is poured as generously as hospitality.

The menu opens with small plates designed to set the tone. Horiatiko psomi, a traditional Greek village bread, is served with olive oil and oregano, perfect for dipping and sharing. Beer-battered fried courgettes offer a light, crisp bite, while marinated anchovies are served cold with fresh red chillies, parsley and garlic.

For heartier plates, slow-cooked octopus comes out rich and tender in an herby red wine sauce, finished over the grill, while pan-fried cured pork is gently cooked in olive oil with shallots and a splash of ouzo. Salads stay true to tradition, from the Cretan salad with barley rusk and feta cheese to the classic Greek salad, served with handmade bread.

Gather favourite people, settle in, and let the table fill as the evening unfolds. At Kafeneion to Steki, food is made to be shared and enjoyed at a leisurely pace, just as it is in Crete.