If you’re looking for a place in Athens where you can enjoy authentic and delicious Armenian food, there’s a spot you should definitely visit. If you’re a fan of international flavors, especially oriental and spicy dishes, there are excellent choices to try traditional foods from other countries within the city.

In this guide, we’ll show you how to take a gastronomic trip to Armenia without leaving Athens, specifically by visiting Nikaia, where you’ll find the restaurant “Paraga.” “Paraga” is known for its authentic Armenian cuisine, served with care and attention to detail. Petros and Gariné have created a menu full of traditional recipes, all handmade, that promise unforgettable flavors. The restaurant is located at 48 Karaiskaki & Belogianni in Nikaia and is open daily from 18:00 to midnight (except on Sundays).

As for Armenian cuisine, while it’s mostly known in Greece for its cured meats like pastirma and sausages, its flavors are influenced by a wide range of sources. From Turkey, Georgia, and Azerbaijan to Lebanon, dishes like lahmacun, moussaka, mantı, içli köfte, and hünkar beğendi offer a rich culinary experience. One of the most characteristic traditional dishes is Harissa, a porridge made of meat and bulgur. Another popular dish is khorovats, the Armenian kebab, which uses pieces of meat, often served on the bone. The cuisine also incorporates yogurt, garlic, hot peppers, and aromatic herbs like parsley and basil.