Hydra offers a variety of options for all types of visitors. From cafés and restaurants by the sea to hidden shops in alleyways, beach bars on the rocks and laid-back cocktail bars. Its breezy yet cosmopolitan island style make it appealing to both Greek and foreign travelers.
A Greek Traditional restaurant on the port overlooking the fishing boats, the sailors and the yachts . Orea Ydra, which means beautiful Hydra, has gained a spot in our hearts and our stomach! Discover the many interesting traditional seafood options, combine your food with Greek ouzo or tsipouro, or even a glass of wine. Fotis, the owner of this restaurant, will always be there with his big smile to serve you and make your day special!
Located on the rocks on the right end of the port, Spilia is the perfect chill-out spot. It’s a colorful beach bar decorated with the colors of summer, where you can dive into the clear blue sea straight from the rocks. Spilia offers snacks and drinks throughout the day, from breakfast and coffee in the morning, to light lunches, cocktails and dinner later in the evening. It also hosts many events during the summer such as live music bands, beach parties and it can be the ideal spot for an open air pre-wedding or wedding party next to the sea.
On an excellent location on the port overlooking the fishing boats and the rest of the petal-shaped port for your morning coffee, you will find ‘Papagalos’. Discover the many interesting breakfast options, have a light lunch, early drinks or a refreshing cocktail from our special cocktail menu while partying until the late night. What, also, makes Papagalos stand out is its tropical interior décor of plants, wall artwork and exotic vibes.
Formerly known as “Lagoudera”, Omilos has become a reference point on the island where famous celebrities would hang out during Greece’s Golden Age. Today, Omilos is a popular fine dining Restaurant and event venue with a Contemporary Mediterranean Cuisine. It has a minimalistic white décor and an elegant outdoor patio where you can enjoy your lunch or dinner, prepared by chef Aristotelis Anastasakis, while listening to the waves crashing on the rocks below. During the weekend, when the island gets into its nightlife mode, stick around because Omilos turns into a hotspot nightclub. Dressed in it's total white, Omilos, can be the perfect location for a private wedding, starting at the time that the sun goes down till early morning hours.
On one of the busiest alleyways on the island you will find the creative Greek food restaurant, Manna. Its open air kitchen and bar make you feel as if you are a guest at someone’s home, while the smells pouring out of it are in perfect sync with the restaurants atmosphere. The space is decorated in detail to resemble an old Greek grocery and there is a wide selection of Greek wines & drinks. You may also choose to sit outside on the cobbled street and, at night, be accompanied by the music coming from Amalour Bar right next door.
As one of the island’s few bars, Amalour is the hottest spot for early cocktails or to dance the night away. With its ethnic music and summer hits, the entire alleyway beats to its rhythm. The name Amalour means a place filled with the energy of love in ancient Catalan, which is depicted in the various decorations, whether they are hanging from the ceiling or drawn on the tables.
There are quite a few stores to shop at on the island, each with its own character and style. Svoura is located on the port near Papagalos Cocktail Bar. It has selected items such as ceramics, jewelry, clothes and bags all by Greek Companies and Greek artists. Its goal is to offer its customers unique items that will carry a sweet memory from their trip. Don’t forget to pop in and get something special for yourself or for a friend!
