Restaurants

Alaloum

4.5 950 reviews 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM Papanikolaou 42, Nafplio 211 00, Greece

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Alaloum, nestled at Papanikolaou 42 in Nafplio, Greece, has cemented its reputation as a local gem among food enthusiasts. Time and again, diners have expressed delight in the restaurant's warm hospitality and outstanding culinary offerings. The highlights include their exceptional salads, particularly the viral 'Mother-in-law' salad, which is considered a meal on its own. Many reviews emphasize the freshness of the ingredients, especially the fish, which can be chosen directly from a daily catch display.

One particularly cheerful patron, Michael Atkinson, raved about the reasonable prices and the dedicated chef who brings a personal touch to each dish. Dishes like homemade pasta and delightful appetizers, such as tzatziki and tomato croquettes, have left a strong impression on visitors. Guests like Alexandra Poșchin appreciated generous portion sizes, often more than enough for two, allowing for a true taste of Cretan cuisine without feeling rushed.

While the service can occasionally be staggered, the warmth of the staff shines through, making Alaloum not just a place to eat but a community experience worth diving into. Whether it's the grilled octopus or the comforting eggplant salad paired with local wine, Alaloum beckons all to savor its culinary delights in a peaceful, local atmosphere. 100% recommended!

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Service options

Outdoor seating
No-contact delivery
Delivery
Takeout
Dine-in

Highlights

Great beer selection
Great dessert
Great wine list

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Atmosphere

Casual
Cozy
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Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Alaloum before visiting.

Reviews for Alaloum

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Review highlights

Based on 950 reviews

Alaloum is widely praised for its generous portions of traditional Greek dishes, particularly fresh seafood and distinctive salads. Customers frequently highlight the quality and freshness of ingredients, with an emphasis on expertly cooked fish and hearty servings that often exceed expectations. The warm and welcoming atmosphere, supported by attentive and helpful service, adds to the overall positive dining experience. While some note occasional discrepancies in service coordination, the restaurant's commitment to authentic flavors and reasonable prices remains a standout feature. Alaloum’s combination of well-prepared tavern-style cuisine and friendly hospitality makes it a favored choice for those visiting Nafplio seeking genuine local fare.

Michael Atkinson

Aug 21, 2025

Been to this lovely restaurant many a time... always great food and a warm welcome ... by way... they do the best salads ever... try the 'Mother-in-law' version.... a meal in itself! . Very reasonably priced fresh fish ... with a very talented and dedicated lady chef.

Alexandra Poșchin

Aug 18, 2025

Absolutely wonderful food and lovely service. We had appetizers (tzatziki and tomato croquettes) and a main course each. To our surprise, we found it to be way too much for two people. Big, hearty portions for both the starters and main courses. The waiters were very welcoming and helpful. When deciding what to order they showed us a platter with the offered seafood, pointing out the freshly-caught critters of the day, and were able to recommend the wine to go with them. Very tasty, hearty food. We found that all the pasta used (both the spaghetti and macaroni) is homemade, just like the dessert. The atmosphere is, thankfully, very local. When we had our meal, at least, it wasn't chock-full of tourists. Not sure it ever is. Very pleasant, we didn't feel the need to rush at all and could enjoy our lunch in peace. 100% recommended

Thomas De Vos

Aug 17, 2025

Very pleasant service and nice people. Plate with catch of the day was showed at the table to pick our preferred fish. perfect cooked fish and good vegetables. 10/10 would recommend.

Lacie Peterson

Jul 31, 2025

The food here is good. Probably better than many places in the area. The portion sizes are really massive. We ordered an appetizer and salad either the intention to order a main dish after (all family style) but there was too much food. This is the Creatan salad, stuffed peppers (the were cut before the photo ) and orange pie with ice cream. We also had 1/2 liter of wine.

Veronique Eichler

Jul 15, 2025

Excellent tavern food. We had eggplant salad, grilled daurade, and grilled octopus, with a pitcher of barrel wine. The service was a bit confused with 3 different waiters alternating to attend to our table. But all in all, we would eat there again!

Michael

Jul 04, 2025

Second time in Nafplion and we found this gem. Came here two times. The staff are really nice and fun. The food amazing. Had a delicious veal steak one night and also the house salad was enormous and one of the best I’ve had in Greece (over a six month stay.) Don’t miss the Gemista - stuffed pepper. Overall I would say one of the best places in town. Recommend!

Kayoko Tabata

Jun 15, 2025

A taverna known for its huge portion. On the menu, it looks expensive, but if you think that everything is double portion, it makes sense. It used to be by seaside and had two locations, but from this year (2025) there is only one. Very nice place to enjoy Greek food. The waiters are very efficient.