Romios

Romios keeps the taverna formula intact: blue-and-white dining room, a long list running from grilled octopus and spicy shrimp saganaki to gyros and moussaka, and a bill that undercuts nearly every Greek in town. Greeks and Balkan neighbours eat here, which says what it needs to about authenticity; execution can vary dish to dish, so order the grill-and-charcoal side of the menu — the chicken skewers are the sure thing. Closed Mondays, terrace out front for warm evenings, reservation wise at weekends.

At a glance

You'll find Romios at Ceintuurbaan 350 in De Pijp, where it's listed as a Greek restaurant. Closed on Monday; the earliest opening time is 13:00. Check romiostavernaofficial.com for current opening times and the menu. It's about a 1-minute walk from Sarphatipark.