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Hours
Sun
12:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Mon
6:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Tue
6:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Wed
6:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Thu
6:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Fri
6:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Sat
6:00 PM - 12:00 AM
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4.5
Travelers' Choice 2024
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CUISINES
Mediterranean, European, Greek
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
features
Does this restaurant allow dogs or considered pet friendly?
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About
Dennis Taverna in Lithakia Zakynthos (Zante) opened in 1976 and was one of the first tavernas to operate on the island. Since then, Dennis has retained its authentic character in combination to high standards of service. The place has over the years become a well-known family restaurant where you can enjoy dishes from the Greek traditional cuisine, all prepared with fresh ingredients from the local market or often from the family's own garden. The genuine Greek hospitality and the always friendly staff will offer you a great gastronomic experience. Don't miss to try one of the many local wine choices!
CUISINES
Mediterranean, European, Greek
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Brunch
FEATURES
Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Digital Payments, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music, Playgrounds, Dog Friendly, Family style
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4.5
477 reviews
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Very good
118
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22
Poor
9
Terrible
5
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Jonatha G.
Zakynthos3 contributions
Sep 2024 • couples
Perfect evening, we ordered two typical local appetizers including Tzaziki and Bruschetta with feta and tomato (superlatives), followed by two main courses grilled chicken and pork ribs in barbecue sauce, a real treat. All in generous portions accompanied by half a liter of house wine and still water, coffee + limoncello for a total of 52 €. Great value for money! Friendly and friendly staff. At the end of dinner we were also offered a homemade cinnamon liqueur. Highly Recommendation!
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Written September 1, 2024
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pompeygirl1969
Portsmouth35 contributions
Aug 2023 • friends
This place is amazing. My friend knew of this place as she had been numerous times on previous visits and knows the owners well. The food did not disappoint me, service was great and very little wait time after ordering food before it arrived. We visited a couple of times, food was very tasty, although portions were too much for me to finish.
Written August 11, 2023
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MarkusCHGR
Canton of Graubunden57 contributions
May 2024 • friends
The saying "where the locals eat, it must be GOOD" is absolutely true for the Dennis Tavern.
The location of the tavern is not really romantic, no view of the sea or any other sight.
But the good to very good cuisine makes up for this disadvantage!
The staff is courteous and very friendly.
We also think the price-performance ratio is excellent.
People who are dependent on a wheelchair can also easily visit the tavern.

Written May 29, 2024
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Danny B
19 contributions
Aug 2024 • family
The food was very long in coming despite being very quiet regarding customers.
Ordered a gyros plate and a mixed grill plate for 2
The mixed grill were really lumps of meat which was not tasty. The bacon was very chewy and the chicken was mega dry despite us not eating it was just enough for one person.
The gyros too this was not like
You'd expect that from a real Greek. This was a Plate with pieces of meat that looks more like threads of meat than it does gyros.
The desert was as bad the ice cream was as a milkshake only in a saucer.
The price is extremely high at this taverna compared to the entire island.
For 4 years we come to zakynthos twice a year but this was the worst place we have eaten in the years.
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Written August 18, 2024
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simon99watkins
Greater London35 contributions
Sep 2023 • family
This was the only walkable restaurant near our accommodation. We gave it a try so the designated driver could have a glass of wine one night. Warmly welcomed and given an outside table on the terrace with views across the hill. Lots of choice on the menu, all very well priced. The specials must be popular as some had sold out by the time we ordered! The grilled meats were highly rated by our table. The staff were really good, very engaging, We liked it so much we revisited a couple of days later for the Greek Music night! That was a lot of fun too. It's worth a trip away from the seaside towns to visit Dennis Tavern.
Written October 13, 2023
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Kiran S
1 contribution
Aug 2023 • family
Thank you Dennis Taverna!
We had dinner with you twice during our stay in Zante and the food was always fresh and beautifully cooked. Our mouths still water when we remember the taste of the food.
The Friday night entertainment was second to none and the dancers were absolutely brilliant and the staff were friendly, welcoming and very entertaining too.
😊❤️
Written September 8, 2023
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Joanne W
16 contributions
Jun 2023 • couples
From the greeting when we arrived which was frosty and had no choice but to sit to the side rather than on the decked area with great views to the service poor wine and poor food, no apology when they brought out the wrong starter then came and and said that one is finished have this, out of the 4 of us 2 had mousaka both were like warm and 2 had pork off the spit which was so salty it want palatable when asked if the food was ok and we told them again no apology and all they offered was to warm up the mousaka! Nothing off the bill and no customer service. Have been a few times in years gone by and it was lovely, this time it wasn’t and will never return, their loss
Written June 28, 2023
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alessandroi8
Milan6 contributions
Apr 2023 • family
Quality-price this is probably the best tavern we found on the island. Food was delicious (we recommend grilled meat) and the staff very friendly. Apparently the place has been a family business for a longtime. We really recommended it!
Written April 27, 2023
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Laura P
1 contribution
Aug 2024 • couples
We left a piece of heart in this restaurant. We went on Recommendation of other tourists who had told us very well and our expectations were more than repaid! Delicious food, fish of the day, welcoming staff, a special mention to Tassos who welcomed us the first night and enraptured by his kindness we returned the next day for a dinner with show and Sirtaki. We thank him for the advice and for the nice attention he gave us. We look forward to returning, thanks Dennis!
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Written August 30, 2024
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alipiffer
68 contributions
Sep 2023 • couples
The restaurant is located outside Laganas. The setup and the external pergola are very nice. Great food and very low prices! The only flaw is the waiting time, it takes between 35/45 minutes to receive the ordered dish... a bit too long! If it hadn't been for that I would have definitely given a higher rating.

Written September 13, 2023
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Saveria O
Milan16 contributions
Sep 2023 • couples
We went here on the advice of a Greek girl who works in Porto Roxa, we wanted to eat in a place where Greeks eat and not tourists and we did very well.
Very nice place, romantic, value for money, good food, right times
We really recommend it both for location, food and hospitality

Written September 26, 2023
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FrankDar4u2
Almere327 contributions
Jun 2024 • couples
Very friendly service and the dishes are sufficient but not good enough. Some starters are almost a whole meal, which seems fine, but it is not pleasant to eat. And the main courses come while you are still working on the starter. If you ask for a break, that's no problem. Friendly.
Menu choices are good although most of it focuses on pork.
The Friday live music evening is fun and nice. Dancing and then pulling a tourist out of his seat, you know how it is.

Written June 7, 2024
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Derek H
Lymington449 contributions
Jul 2023 • couples
Set up in the hills, this Greek taverna offers wonderful views from the terrace. Equipped with high speed fans to keep you comfortable. Or a vine covered patio area take your pick. Staff are welcoming and the food very good. Can especially recommend the bbq lamb if it’s on the specials.
If your lucky a little bit of live greek music makes for a special evening. Truely exceptional and one not to be missed.
Written July 20, 2023
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regine b
84 contributions
Aug 2024 • family
Well, if you have no intolerances, you can eat here
We were here for dinner. Very nice and friendly service. The food was good, but as I said, if you can't tolerate additives in the food, you'd rather not go,
The cheese in the “angel hair” a poem! Otherwise, the regular starters.
I had a Dorad, was also ok, my son's rabbit, well, little meat at first, but well done. The rest, it's all right.
Again: I didn't, spent the rest of the evening in bed with stomach pains. It wasn't the quality, it was my intolerance. But the service was mega. All very, very friendly and tried.
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Written August 6, 2024
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SChambers56
Morpeth23 contributions
Jun 2023 • couples
Found this place by accident. It is just the best place to eat!
If you want traditional good Greek food and a great atmosphere this is the place to go. Unfortunately I missed the traditional Greek night (Friday) but even so had a great night.
Food was wonderful . I had chicken from the spit, partner had belly pork both were perfect. Orange pie was the best I have tasted (I need the recipe)
Well worth a visit
Written June 28, 2023
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