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Metaxou

Greek Mezzes, Vegan Starters

Worth ordering: Soup

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Top tips

  • Live music begins at 9:30 PM Thursday through Sunday, expect a lively atmosphere and slightly higher prices.
  • Try the baked chickpeas and grilled mushrooms vegan starters.
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  • Combine multiple vegan starters to create a complete meal since no vegan mains are available.
  • Visit around 7:00 PM for quieter dining before live music starts.
  • Reservations are recommended on live music nights due to popularity.

People mention

Chickpeas, dessert and grilled mushrooms.

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Also tomato balls, tzatziki, fava, mushrooms, stew and baked chickpeas.

Good for

The vibe: groups

Praised for lively atmosphere, friendly service and beautiful interior.

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Also praised for cozy atmosphere.

Good to know

  • Outdoor seating
  • Wi-Fi
  • Lunch, dinner, takeout
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Metaxou is a traditional Greek restaurant known for its authentic mezzes and lively atmosphere featuring rebetiko and local folk music. The venue offers multiple vegan starters such as baked chickpeas, grilled mushrooms, and split peas, but no dedicated vegan mains. Outdoor seating and wheelchair accessibility complement the welcoming, casual vibe, with live music typically starting around 9:30 PM on weekends, which also slightly raises dish prices.

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Pithodorou 10, Athina 104 41, Greece

Opening hours

Monday
10:00–01:30
Tuesday
10:00–01:30
Wednesday
10:00–01:30
Thursday
10:00–01:30
Friday
10:00–02:30
Saturday
10:00–02:30
Sunday
13:00–01:00

the food

4.3 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Good food
  • Great atmosphere
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3.9 14 reviews Read on HappyCow
How we rank

eating vegan

Very vegan-friendly

vegan options
Some · 3–5 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
chickpeas, mushrooms, split peas
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