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Lyra

Modern Greek·Plaka

Neoclassical house

Traditional and contemporary Greek cooking in a neoclassical building in Plaka.

Inside Lyra
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The terrace at Lyra
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Inside Lyra
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A night at Lyra
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About Lyra

Lyra brings traditional and contemporary Greek cuisine together in a neoclassical building on Lysiou Street in Plaka, and takes table bookings through its own website. Our advice: book ahead for dinner, then walk on through Plaka’s lanes.

Our take

Address
12 Lysiou
Plaka, Athens
Phone & reservations
+30 210 322 9727
Opening hours
Daily 09:00–00:30

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Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Lyra before you go.

Last checked: October 2026 How we choose

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