Nicosia

To Elliniko in Nicosia is a Greek and Cypriot choice I would pick when I want familiar grilled food, meze and a relaxed table. It feels traditional, direct and easy to enjoy.

The restaurant It has a warm, casual tavern atmosphere, the kind that suits groups and long meals. I like it when the place feels local and the food is made for sharing.

The menu It leans toward meze, souvlaki, sheftalia, grilled meats, dips, salads, halloumi and potatoes. I would order meze or a mixed grill to get the best variety.

Silver Pot in Nicosia is a cafe I would choose when I want breakfast, brunch, coffee or a light lunch in a calm, polished setting. It feels thoughtful and comfortable, with food that suits a slower daytime visit.

The restaurant It has a bright, relaxed atmosphere and feels more personal than a generic cafe. I like it for mornings, quiet catch-ups or a lunch that does not need to be heavy.

The menu It leans toward brunch dishes, eggs, salads, sandwiches, coffee, cakes and fresh drinks. I would order something from the breakfast side with coffee, then maybe share something sweet.

Paul Cafe in Nicosia is a comfortable choice for coffee, pastries and light French-style cafe food. I would use it when I want something reliable, polished and easy during the day.

The restaurant It feels tidy, familiar and relaxed, with a cafe atmosphere that suits breakfast, lunch or a quick dessert stop. I like it for simple plans where consistency matters.

The menu It focuses on pastries, croissants, sandwiches, salads, quiche, coffee and sweets. I would order a pastry or sandwich depending on the time of day, and I would not skip the dessert counter.

Nom in Nicosia is a modern casual spot I would choose for something quick, stylish and satisfying. It feels like a good place for burgers, bowls or street-food-style plates when I want an easy meal with a bit of personality.

The restaurant It feels clean, compact and contemporary, with a casual mood that suits lunch or a relaxed dinner. I like it for the kind of meal where the food should arrive fast but still feel considered.

The menu It leans toward modern comfort food: burgers, sandwiches, bowls, fries, sauces and small sides. I would order one main item and add a side if sharing.

Moondogs Grill Bar in Nicosia is the kind of place I would choose when I want burgers, wings, beer and a casual night with friends. It feels like a proper bar-and-grill: lively, filling and built for comfort food.

The restaurant It feels relaxed and social, with a pub-like atmosphere that works best when the table is sharing starters and drinks. I like it for a casual evening rather than a quiet dinner.

The menu It leans toward burgers, ribs, wings, loaded fries, nachos, grilled plates and bar snacks. I would start with wings or nachos, then go for a burger or ribs if I was properly hungry.

Ecru in Nicosia is a polished cafe that I would choose for coffee, brunch and something sweet. It has a clean, modern feel and the kind of menu that works when I want a relaxed daytime meal rather than a heavy restaurant dinner.

The restaurant It feels bright, calm and stylish, with a soft cafe atmosphere that makes it easy to sit for a while. I like it for a catch-up, a quiet coffee or a light brunch that still feels a bit elevated.

The menu It leans toward coffee, pastries, brunch plates, sandwiches, salads and desserts. I would focus on the bakery and brunch side, especially if I wanted eggs, something toasted, or a sweet finish with coffee.

Burger Shop in Nicosia is the kind of place I would choose when I want a straightforward burger without making the meal complicated. It is casual, direct and built around the simple pleasure of a good bun, a juicy patty and proper fries.

The restaurant It feels informal and quick, with a small burger-place energy rather than a polished restaurant mood. I like that kind of setup when the food is the main reason to go and the plan is easy.

The menu It focuses on burgers, fries, sauces and the usual comfort-food sides. I would keep the order classic: cheeseburger, fries, and maybe something extra if I am sharing. When a burger place is clear about what it does, I prefer not to overcomplicate the order.

Apron Cooking Stories is a bright, polished cafe in Nicosia that feels built for brunch, coffee and something sweet after. I like it most as an easy daytime stop: comfortable, modern, and a little more careful than the average cafe.

The restaurant It has a clean and welcoming feel, with a stylish interior and a calm pace that works well for breakfast, lunch or coffee. It feels like the kind of place where you can sit for a while without the meal feeling rushed.

The menu It leans toward brunch plates, sandwiches, salads, coffee, cakes and pastries. I would focus on the breakfast and bakery side of the menu, especially if I wanted something light but still satisfying. The sweet counter is part of the appeal.

Yummy Mandarino (Nicosia) is one of the restaurants reviewed on Foodie.cy.

The restaurant Yummy Mandarino in Nicosia is a long-running Chinese restaurant with a calm dining room, proper table service and a menu aimed at sharing. The online feedback is quite divided: many regulars like the refined sauces, homemade-style noodles and Chinese staples, while others feel the food and portions have become less reliable for the price.

The menu The better-reviewed choices are the gyoza, noodles, sizzling beef, sweet and sour dishes and shareable plates. The kitchen can deliver a cleaner, less heavy style than many takeaway-focused Chinese restaurants, but recent reviews also mention bland dishes, smaller portions and high prices. This makes it a place where ordering carefully matters.