What happens when taste meets art? “Akadimia” has succeeded in the last twelve years, from the very first day of its operation, to prove to us that these two can be harmoniously combined and have a unique result. After all, gastronomy is a form of art and expression, and when it is framed by works of art and appropriate music, it becomes an unforgettable experience.

“Akadimia” is therefore a warm place, with a friendly environment, special aesthetics with works of art adorning the space and wonderful cuisine. The passion and creativity of its owners, Constantinos Markos and Constantinos Garganis, succeeded in the bet to combine these two loves in a space aimed at those who seek an outing different from the usual.

Everything is art

At first glance, one understands that one is entering an art space. Old-time furniture, with rare works of art by leading Greek artists decorating both the interior and the beautiful courtyard of the restaurant, immediately giving the mark of “Akadimia”.

The space is aesthetically curated by the painter, Lazaros Pantos, with the decoration changing every year, but also with tributes to various important artists hosted at intervals in “Akadimia”.

Within this context, the menu could not help but impress. Greek, Mediterranean cuisine with modern touches, by Konstantinos Markos who focuses on his own art, cooking.

The subtle flavors move around a main axis. The one of excellent quality. Fresh raw materials – many of them actually come from the “Akadimia” garden – always in season, most of them organic, make up the raw materials for the imaginative dishes you will enjoy at “Akadimia”.

All of them full of deliciousness, with some standing out over time, as they have not been missing from the menu since the restaurant opened.

The gnocchi stuffed with mushrooms and parmesan sauce and the barley with a variety of wild mushrooms are must-choices. The beef meatballs with macalo sauce and trachana mousse, made according to grandma’s recipe, are excellent. While the fish fillet with fricassee greens and roe will surprise you with its deep deliciousness.

And if the favorite fried potatoes are considered conventional by many, at “Akadimia” you will enjoy them making their… revolution, with sage and garlic.

Even the bread at “Akadimia” is special. Handmade sourdough bread, fermented in Veria, by order, in various versions: with barley, with carob, with fig and walnut.

If the kitchen of this special restaurant is famous for anything else, it is its famous, handmade mille-feuille, which “closes” your meal perfectly.

The detail makes the difference

Of course, a special meal becomes ideal when accompanied by the right wine. At “Akadimia” the wine list is up to date with a great selection of wines, even organic.

All of the above can be enjoyed inside the restaurant, as well as outside on the beautiful pedestrian street of Agios Minas or in its wonderful courtyard, which operates all year round, although in summer it is truly an oasis of beauty in the city.

However, if you want a more private environment, there is the “Secret Dinner”, the restaurant’s cellar available for large groups who want more quiet or privacy.

Some evenings there is also live music in “Akadimia”, while artistic events are organized very often in its space.

Tip 1: The tasty creations of “Akadimia” are also available for takeaway.

Tip 2: It would be good to make a reservation before your visit to the restaurant.