Dimitriou Gounari 7, Center, Thessaloniki In the heart of Thessaloniki, in one of the busiest and most beautiful squares in the city with the trademark fountain of Fanarioton Square, a short distance from the White Tower, awaits you the Canteen all-day restaurant bar, which combines urban sophistication with culinary creativity.
From early in the morning, Canteen welcomes its visitors with fine coffee and its timeless up-to-date brunch menu, which combines modern international proposals with Mediterranean and local ingredients, constantly striving to pioneer.
Some of the most popular dishes are the Mytilene Sfougato, a traditional omelette baked with zucchini, mizithra and herbs, the Hatsapouri, the classic fluffy Georgian flatbread filled with sulguni cheese and served with honey, and the handmade Italian Focaccia with mozzarella, mortadella and basil pesto, choices that highlight the comfort character of the restaurant.
As the day progresses, the space transforms into a modern restaurant: its Mediterranean cuisine acquires a refined character. The carefully prepared dishes, their perfect presentation, as well as the targeted wine list, are a testament to a fine dining experience in an unpretentiously elegant environment.
Standout creations include the delicious trachanoto with sour trachana, buffalo sausage, roasted pumpkin flavored with sage, fresh herbs and PDO feta cheese, the exquisite Italian Burrata served on bruschetta with cherry tomato confit, thyme and fresh basil, as well as the beef Ribs (Black Angus) slow-cooked with grilled broccoli, crushed fried potatoes and gravy sauce.
For lovers of more street options, we recommend the Pulled Angus Ribs burger with slow-cooked beef ribs on a patatu bun, caramelized onions, Dijon mayo pickles and fried potatoes.
The menu also offers many casual options, such as the all-time classic Truffata pizza with fresh tomato, rocket leaves and white truffle oil, and the balanced and aromatic spinach salad, with baby spinach, radicchio, fig compote, sunflower seed pasteli, grilled chèvre and petimezi dressing.
A must-try for visitors to the city is Canteen’s timeless Pavlova with its unique meringue with Chios mastic on the base, bavarois cream, forest fruit compote and, of course, strawberries.
In the evening, the lights dim, the space takes on a more atmospheric character and Canteen’s bar becomes a meeting point for those who appreciate aesthetics, an updated wine list, quality spirits and signature cocktails with personality.
Special creations stand out such as the Alko Pops with Ketel One, passion fruit, lychee, Tonka liqueur and citrus flavors; the aromatic Mocha Medic, with Pampero Rum Blend, tropical fascinola puree, falernum tequila, spices and citrus; as well as the spicy and refreshing Twisted Chill, with Jose Cuervo Traditional Silver, strawberry, chili pepper, cardamom and pink grapefruit soda.
Whether it is a light morning meeting, a business lunch or a stylish evening out, Canteen offers a complete experience of taste and senses in the most elegant spot in Thessaloniki.
