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Special occasions, Romantic, Scenic view, Large groups
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A Traditional Greek Tavern which focuses on the creation of original delicious dishes combining tradition and imagination.
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Drinks, Late Night
CUISINES
Seafood, Mediterranean, Greek
FEATURES
Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards
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Reviewed August 22, 2023 via mobile

The restaurant appears to be a typical Cretan tavern but hides a real tourist trap. The fish was fresh, it must be said, but they sell a simple meze with a main dish. Miserable portions (look at the photo) but really miserable at exaggerated prices!!...In our whole holiday in Crete we never got up from the table that we were still hungry! Slow and sloppy service. Dessert offered very good. One star for feeling cheated onMore

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed August 12, 2023 via mobile

Excellent food specialising in seafood. A good selection of fresh fish. Like many Greek restaurants, the food arrives when it’s ready. Main courses can arrive before starters. Just go with the flow. Despite the name, the menu doesn’t have steak!

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed October 9, 2022 via mobile

We dropped in for an early dinner on spec after we had a late, and traumatic, arrival in Crete. One shredded car tyre and a roadside call out meant we were a tad frazzled. We had been recommended Argentina fish restaurant by the owner of...our villa and they were charm itself. They were somewhat surprised when we said we were happy to eat so early (18:30) but managed to rustle up a window table and produced a delicious seafood meal. The red snapper was particularly good. It’s a popular place; just as we were finishing a coach of young Americans descended and the place was heaving.More

Date of visit: October 2022
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Reviewed September 30, 2022 via mobile

Lovely sea view restaurant. Went with friends i had the prawn spaghetti and it was really tasty. . My friends had grilled fish, sea bream, which was lovely but disappointingly only served with a small amount of cuscous. The fish for two was probably only...big enough for one so probably not filling enough without a decent side. The callamari was a delight but would have been better served with a salad. The service was very good super friendly staff.More

Date of visit: September 2022
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Reviewed September 3, 2022 via mobile

This is a restaurant that is serious about serving good food made from fresh local ingredients. Don’t ask for the same as usual, risk asking the waiting staff for their recommendations- they are knowledgeable about what’s in season and what fresh fish is available. Do...try the shrimps in mustard sauce or the crab layered with aubergine. Highly recommended - great service- delicious food. Atmospheric location.More

Date of visit: September 2022
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Reviewed August 28, 2022 via mobile

Every dish was poor. Even the French fries were inedible. Simple dishes were somehow ruined and the service was almost as bad.More

Date of visit: August 2022
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Emmanouil K, Ιδιοκτήτης at Argentina Kapenekis, responded to this reviewResponded August 29, 2022
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Η αγενια μερικων πελατων ξεπερναει καθε οριο.. δεν ειμαστε αναγγασμενοι να δεχομαστε τα παντα.. η δουλεια μας ειναι ο χορος...More

Reviewed August 15, 2022 via mobile

This restaurant was quite expensive compared to other Greek restaurants in the local area. They show you fish (without a price sheet) then weigh it and you end up with large bill. They also don't remove the bones. The dakos was very tough and I've...had much better at the local tavernas. Our bill came up to 75 euros without alcohol for 1 dakos and a plate of small fish pasta. It is in a beautiful location but there's restaurants nearby that are cheaper.More

Date of visit: August 2022
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Reviewed August 1, 2022 via mobile

We waited for soooo long only to get an tiny portion of fish which they recommended. Waitresses forget what you say after a minute or so and they don't explain everything, normally you get drinks at the start and dishes after, this time we got...our fish after an hour and drinks after hour and a half. They brought us bread which we didn't order and added the price to the bill. Everything here is super expensive. Only positive part is the desert which was also tiny. We ordered two coffees and they counted four coffees in the bill. They didn't bring us glasses, napkins, nor hand sanitizer wipes.More

Date of visit: August 2022
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Reviewed June 28, 2022 via mobile

Great restaurant, wonderful fish. Excellent views. We had the fish platter for 2, only 61 euros including wine and so much food, could feed 3-4 people! We had a takeaway bag for our leftovers! We were recommended this from a local (worked in Divino in...Ag. Marina) and it did not disappoint one bit!More

Date of visit: June 2022
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Reviewed June 21, 2022

Excellent food and service. If you are VERY hungry and have a couple of hours to eat and enjoy the view, try the fish menu for two.

Date of visit: June 2022
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Reviewed May 27, 2022

We have eaten at this restaurant twice already on our holiday and think how fantastic the food was. Fresh seafood, the best. The woman who runs the restaurant is amazing, so passionate about the food, shows you the fresh fish of the day and recommends...how it should be cooked and served. We gratefully received free desserts and a digestiv One of the best restaurants I’ve been to in a long timeMore

Date of visit: May 2022
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Reviewed May 25, 2022

This place is fantastic! To start we had to push our reservation back a day due to unforeseen circumstances. The staff here were accommodating, understanding and even ensured we still had a window seat table overlooking the harbour. On arrival after being seated we were...shown the fresh fish of the day selection by the owner. She was wonderful in explaining the different types of fish, the sizes, how we could have them cooked and even the different tastes we could expect. It was a lovely touch and made us feel very catered for. We then ordered and again all our needs were met. I asked could I have the fish in a different dressing and there was no issue. The staff even went above and beyond and provided an extra house dip for the calamari. The food here is exceptional. To say it’s fresh is an understatement. The calamari was light and crisp and the Scorpion fish was tender, soft and almost sweet. Again we were asked a choice of sides and got to pick from a nice variety of seasoned fries, veg and a Cous cous salad. We also had complimentary bread and tomato to start and a soft baked feta starter. The service was second to none. The dessert we asked for was not available as they are made fresh and it was late however the waitress then appeared with a delicious cheesecake dessert for us to sample. Drinks were topped up regularly and at the end we were kindly brought some traditional Raki. It was strong as it is a strong spirit but the waitress keenly spotted this and brought some freshly squeezed, homemade lemonade to accompany the drink. That attention to detail was greatly appreciated. All in all the only downside to this restaurant is that we did not find it earlier in our trip as we would have been regulars! The decor is stunning, the views incredible and they even have a little box in the bathroom with ladies products/hair/beauty products free of charge should you need. I would eat here again with no hesitation and would sincerely recommend to anyone visiting. Thank you to all staff here!More

Date of visit: May 2022
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Reviewed May 20, 2022

Very friendly personal! The food was delicious, I recommend to take ravioli shrimps or paella. Our children was very happy! They could use the toys from their children! The panorama is fantastic and it is possible to go outside with the children! Fair prices, a...very good restaurant! And also suitable for children! 😊More

Date of visit: May 2022
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Reviewed May 12, 2022

Visited May 2022. Awful cold fish meal.Cold vegetables. Owner could not even apologise. So expensive and disappointing. Would definitely not recommend.

Date of visit: May 2022
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Reviewed September 2, 2021 via mobile

We had the lobster with spaghetti and it was just great!!! Fair prices, perfect food and very friendly staff, the location and the view is just perfect - big recommendation and definitely a must go! We will definitely come back!

Date of visit: September 2021
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