Blue Door Taverna
Elounda
Restaurant in Elounda, Greece
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Blue Door Taverna is a practical Plaka choice when you want a beachside Elounda meal with easy booking pressure, not a documented chef-led destination dinner. Choose it for relaxed celebrations, group flexibility, and location; compare Anthos or Domed Thólos if the occasion needs a clearer restaurant-led brief.
About Blue Door Taverna
Blue Door Taverna in Elounda has a casual dress code, making it a relaxed option. It is not a venue to choose on the basis of awards, a named chef, a specific cuisine, signature dishes, prices, hours, or a fixed menu format.
If the meal depends on a particular service time, budget, dietary need, or menu style, check the venue's current information rather than assuming details in advance. That extra confirmation matters most when the meal is tied to a group plan or a special occasion where uncertainty would be inconvenient.
Consider it for a casual Elounda meal, not for a destination-menu pitch
Blue Door Taverna suits diners who want a casual dress code and plan to confirm other details directly. It is better approached as a possible easygoing meal in Elounda than as a place to select for a specific menu promise. If the meal needs more specific information, compare it with Anthos, Domed Thólos, or Ambrosia before committing. For a wider scan, use the Elounda restaurants guide, then match the choice to the occasion rather than forcing one venue to cover every meal.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 12:30–4 PM · Tuesday: 12:30–10 PM
- Location
- Plaka 720 53 (beachside)
- Phone
- +30 2841 065500
Venue details
Ambiance
Enchanting, traditional, and seaside-focused, with a relaxed taverna feel and a scenic coastal atmosphere.
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Vibe
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Experience
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Drinks Focus
- Raki, Beer
- Dietary
- Pescatarian friendly
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
- Opened
- 2024
Signature Dishes
- salt-baked fish
- catch of the day
- meze tray
- raki
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Plaka 720 53 (beachside)
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 12:30–4 PM
- Tuesday
- 12:30–10 PM
- Wednesday
- 12:30–4 PM
- Thursday
- 12:30–10 PM
- Friday
- 12:30–10 PM
- Saturday
- 12:30–10 PM
- Sunday
- 12:30–10 PM
Location
Plaka 720 53 (beachside) · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Anthos, Notable alternative
- Domed Thólos, Notable alternative
- Ambrosia, Notable alternative
- Filema, Notable alternative
- Kelari Gourmet Restaurant, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How it compares in Elounda
Blue Door Taverna is the easier, lower-commitment choice in this set: book it when the beachside Plaka setting matters more than a tightly defined dining format. Anthos is the stronger cross-shop if the meal needs a more deliberate restaurant feel, while Domed Thólos is a better fit for diners prioritising ambiance over convenience.
Against Ambrosia, Filema, and Kelari Gourmet Restaurant, the case for Blue Door Taverna is simplicity: easier booking pressure and a beachside address. If value for money is the deciding factor, confirm pricing before sitting down. If quality-of-experience certainty matters more, cross-shop the peers first.
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Compare Blue Door Taverna
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Door Taverna | Elounda | No published awards |
| Anthos | Elounda | No published awards |
| Domed Thólos | Elounda | No published awards |
| Ambrosia | Crete | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in South America Ranked · #46We're Smart World Top Restaurants 20252024 OAD Top Restaurants in South America Ranked · #482023 OAD Top Restaurants in South America Ranked · #43 |
| Filema | Crete | No published awards |
| Kelari Gourmet Restaurant | Crete | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about Blue Door Taverna?
Start with the basics: Blue Door Taverna is in Elounda, and the dress code is casual.
Is Blue Door Taverna good for a special occasion?
It may suit a relaxed occasion if a casual dress code fits the mood, but there are no award, tasting-menu, chef-led, or formal-service details to build a special-occasion plan around.
What should I wear to Blue Door Taverna?
Dress casually. The dress code for Blue Door Taverna is casual, so relaxed clothing is appropriate unless the venue advises otherwise for a specific event or visit.
