Parthenon Restaurant

Restaurants in Kalamaki

         
Lehann R          10/10

the only restaurant we used twice during our two week stay

fantastic friendly staff
delicious food
would definitely recomend

Glenys H          9/10

  The staff here are more like old friends after so many years visiting them.  Lovely to see Yiannis back after a spell away.  He does a wonderful PR job in getting in the families, the children adore him.  All the staff are polite and courtous and the food is very good value for money.  The spring rolls with chilli sauce are delicious and the special omelettes are great. Always a warm welcome.

 
(George if you read this, drive more carefully or get a Fiat Panda  or perhaps a bicycle)
 
Dave, Glenys & Patrick

Sue B          10/10

We ate here for six nights and it was good food each time cant pick a fave as all were good service quick and always friendly so i guess see you nxt june !!

Hafwen, bronwen, ffion t          10/10

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   ... and for all you Yiannis fans ... his spinning menu trick.

We'll be back, so BEWARE!  (from July 22nd).

Hafwen, bronwen, ffion t          10/10

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Hafwen, bronwen, ffion t          10/10

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The Parthenon is not only the best restaurant in Kalamaki - it is the best restaurant in Zakynthos.

The food is fantastic. Try the Lamb Kleftiko and the local beef dishes - absolutely superb, while they do a great range of meals for the kids (even Sunday Dinners!).  The local wines are great - and priced very cheaply here.  The value for money is second to none.
 
... and then there's the waiters, who make everyone feel so very welcome and special.  They constantly entertain the kids!!  Make sure you ask George to do some of his magic tricks, and Yiannis to do his disappearing ice-cream act - and spinning menu trick (see below). 
 
Many, many thanks for all the great meals and entertainment over the years (and many more to come) and especially George, Yiannis, Tiannhe, Julian and the rest of the gang (Babis, Bledi, Nari, Robert)!
 
Our family have grown up with the Waiters of the Parthenon ...
 
 

Angela C          10/10

p.s. There may only be 2 toilets but they make a good background for photos!!!!hahahaha!

 
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kirsty!
 
 
me!

Paul M          10/10

with all the old crew back this year , including the singinng yaniss, it was as good as ever!!!! as for the comments about the toilets  etc [ you are inn greece not the hilton hotel in london] chillout and enjoy !!!!!

Mel W          10/10

 hi everyone,

hope everyone's having a good year! just had loads of friends come back from over there said your restaurant was the best! keep up the good work! heard that george was really popular with the girl's, what a cutie! im at home with my 3 month old daughter, can't wait to bring her on holiday, know the next generation will love it the same! take care and enjoy the rest of the summer x x x
i cant believe how people could write such bad comments it was always the best place in the 3 years i was out there, and still is today!  
   love always mel, ellie and family x x      
     xxxx

Claire B          10/10

MS FRANCES KILLON,IM APPALLED BY THE COMMENT YOU HAVE PUT ABOUT THE PARTHENON,I THINK YOU HAVE NO JUST CAUSE TO MAKE SUCH COMMENTS AND THINK YOU SHOULD PROMPTLY REMOVE IT!!! THE PARTHENON SETS EXTREMLY HIGH STANDARDS AND AS FOR THE PRICES WELL I SUPPOSE IF YOURE USED TO MCDONALDS PRICES THEN I SUGGEST YOU EAT THERE IN FUTURE,THE PARTHENON PRICES ARE IN NO-WAY EXPENSIVE AND AS FOR THE TOILETS ... SERIOUSLY COME ON!!!!! AS YOU CAN SEE YOUR ON YOUR OWN WITH THE WAY YOU FEEL. THE PARTHENON IS THE BEST RESTAURANT IN KALAMAKI WITH THE BEST SERVICE FOOD AND STAFF,SEE YOU ALL IN 10 WEEKS  I CANT WAIT TO SEE YOU GEORGE.AND CAN I JUST SAY WELL DONE TO ALL THE PEOPLE THAT STUCK UP FOR THE PARTHENON .

Glenys H          7/10

We always pay a visit to the Parthenon and have never had a bad meal here, but have had various standards of good.  The service is excellent and the premises clean.

 
You cant really expect more than two loos that seems the norm, as Paris, Dias and Buen Amici only have two!
 
Going out again on August 5th it will be nice to see Yiannis back again.

Matt W          10/10

Im saddened to here such comments about the Parthenon,

The prices at the Parthenon are as the same as many other restaurants in the area and the quality of the food and service is second to none.
If you read all the other comments on the board you'll see no one else making such comments,
You cant please everyone and perhaps some people are just suited to eating at Big Boys! rather than a friendly family run restaurant like Parthenon.
 
The toilet issue has caused no problems at all, and in all the times ive been to Zante and Parthenon ive never heard anyone complain before, The most ive ever seen is 2 people waiting for no longer than a few minutes, This is not a problem and sharing with the Rose and Crown customers is no problem, The toilets are checked and cleaned hourly and they beat the facilities at many other bars/restaurants by far.
 
One thing to remember is you cant please everyone.
 
Yammas
 

Zena C          10/10

To Ms Killon,do not know where you usually eat,but if prices are high at the Parthenon try elsewhere believe me you will not get value for money.As for toilet facilities-you will not find cleaner,believe me I have seen them.Yes,I know there are only two but how many can one use at one time?

Frances K          1/10

HAD A NICE HERE BUT IT IS A TAD EPENSIVE, ALSO HAVE TO MENTION THE LOO'S (SORRY), THEY ONLY HAVE ONE OF EACH AND THAT IS THE WHOLE OF THE RESTUARANT WHICH IS QUITE BIG AND THE LARGE BAR NEXT DOOR.  SO GET TO THE FRONT OF THE QUEUE.

Heather R          10/10

Without a doubt one of the best restaurants in Kalamaki, I only ate Greek food and it was fantastic. All the staff are so friendly and make a fuss over the children too.  Well worth a visit.

 
Heather and Grace x

Brian C          10/10

click to enlarge My friend John is such a nice shy guy who LOOKS scary

But fear not he is a real gent and all round fine fellow.  Along with his wonderfull wife Joanne they give you a great welcome and not forgeting, truly good home cooked Greek cuisine.  Regarding the staff they are really friendly especially with the children.  I am an old regular of the Parthenon and frequent it when I am in Kalamaki.. Try it yourself you will not be dissapointed. See you all in September.  Brian & Dorne   

Claire B          10/10

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forgot to say big yianni (the owner) is not scary at all hes just a big p***y cat,and a top bloke!!    long live the parthenon kalamaki would not be kalamaki without it!!!! thanks for a fab two weeks,see you in 13 weeks

Claire B          10/10

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just returned home from two weeks,was our fifth year of visiting and were so sad.although were so happy to see yianni back where he belongs xx . we ate at the parthenon every night apart from two,its still the best restaurant in kalamaki with the best food,service and the best hunky waiters!! nothing is ever too much trouble,my seven year old loves it here as she adores george and yianni,miss you all soooo much see you in 13 weeks cant wait, special big hugs to georgie xxxxxx

Zena C          10/10

 
As advertised on Sky Travel. Best restaurant in Kalamaki.
 
THE PARTHENON.
 
Get down there. Not to be missed!!!
 
 
 

Matt W          10/10

Another year and the place just gets better

Excellent food as always
Excellent staff as always
Thank you Everyone at Parthenon for Everything!!!!

Claire B          10/10

DOESNT MATTER WHAT THE WEATHER IS LIKE,GO TO THE PARTHENON AND AND I PROMISE YOU WILL FEEL MUCH BETTER!!

Claire B          10/10

matt-     im sooooo jealous you will be there before us! oh well suppose i can cheer myself up by thinking you will be going home before us ,  the parthenon is by far the best restaurant on the island we totally love it and the staff ,especially GEORGE & YIANNI,  have a fab time ,say hi to george for me.

Claire B          10/10

four weeks and two days to go cant believe it on the 24 of may at 7.30pm we will be sat in the parthenon enjoying the best meal weve had all year!!!    cant wait to see you again george and the gang,see you very soon  xxxx

Linda D          10/10

I agree with Claire Brooks.....the Parthenon is great.  The one thing that would make it even greater

would be to have Yiannis and Babis back there, where they belong .
 
Looking forward to visiting again in May/June 2007. Can't wait to taste your Spring Rolls again..yum.

Lynsay B          10/10

FOOD PERFECT,STAFF PERFECT ,GEORGE PERFECT,BEEN 3 TIMES ALL FOOD IS PERFECT SERVICE PERFECT,WHAT CAN I SAY JUST GO TRY IT FOR YOUSELF YOU WILL NOT BE DISSAPOINTED (ACTUALLY DON'T ,AS I DO NOT WANT THE PLACE FULL WHEN I GO IN MAY) BUT DO GO ANY TIME AFTER

Claire B          10/10

click to enlargeclick to enlarge  we now  have eleven weeks to go!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  leah says we are eating with you every night george she cant wait to see everybody,when we return in september  we are bringing our friends and some family so we will need a table for ten please!!!!!  they are looking forward to eating at the best restaurant in kalamaki  cant wait to see you george big hugs for now  speak to you soon xxxxxx i dont have any pictures of you george  so when we get there im going to take lots of you so i can put youre pics on here!!!!

Claire B          10/10

click to enlarge seventeen weeks to go until we can eat in the best restaurant in kalamaki cant wait,looking forward to seeing you again george,ive been dieting like crazy so i can enjoy youre gorgeous food,.  anyone would be crazy to eat anywhere else,service is second to none and food the best!! see you soon.xxx

Ann D           

August 22nd 2006 Our 25th Wedding Anniversary, We held the meal at the Parthenon.

George and the gang were brilliant, the food is first class the service even better. They can't do enough for you. They make you feel very welcome like part of the family. Nothing is too much trouble. The layout of the tables for the meal was spot on. If anyone has anything special to celebrate go and see George a few days before and they will cater for everything you desire. I can't reccomend them highly enough
 
 

Hayley M           

Really liked it here was very nice, service was fantastic and staff very friendly! Food was very nice had breaded mushrooms for starter and had nearly enough to fill me up as a dinner. Spaghetti bolognaise was delicious. Would recommend this place to anyone.

Brian C           

Without doubt the Parthenon is one of the best. You are served a variety of home prepared Greek food at a cost which is affordable.  We have been to Zante for many years and we are never dissapointed when we pay them a visit.  My warmest regards to all the staff we will see you next year.  A special mention to Jani  ' GLAROS' and his lovely lady Joanne.  Thanks for all you do.

 
The Connolly Family 

Jeanette H           

click to enlargeThis is still our favourite restaurant in Kalamaki  It was lovely to see you all when we were back in Kalamaki in September.  Delicious food, excellent service and lovely staff.   Would recommend the Lamb Kleftico which is my favourite and hubby loves the stuffed beef burger.  Can't wait to see you all next year.

 
Jeanette, Nigel, Amy & Ellie

George P           

these 2 comments below are from the same person as you can see if you click on the blue words that say view all comments from that person!!!

As for the service and food all our excellant comments speak for them selves... nothing further to say!
thanks everybody for all your support!!!!

Claire B           

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been visiting the parthenon for 5years now and is still the best restaurant in kalamaki,great food great service,plus george is very cute!!!!!!!

we will be back in may 2007 plus august 2007 would be fantastic to see yiannis and babis back!!!!!

Lesley S           

 Ate here for the first time after recommendation of friends. Pork chops grilled to perfection, and HUGE!!! Accompanied by a lovely salad and greek potatoes, gorgeous. Husband had steak, again very good. Would eat here again and have no problem recommending it ourselves

Michelle H           

click to enlarge  we ate here quite a few times while we stayed in Kalamaki, couldn't name anything bad about it the whole experience, food (gorgeous) staff (so friendly) value for money (excellent) we just kept coming back for more. Hi George and everybody at the Parthenon, really missing your food  hope to be back next year!!

Kayleigh N           

We had a great time in greece and ate at the parthenon almost every night, cant wait to see you all again we have booked it already for next year, and hopefully us girls will come with our friends aswell

 
 
 

Michael B           

There is not a lot to say about this excellent restaurant, the food,service, and value for money says it all.

You just have to try it, for yourselves, its great 

Rachel L           

The food and service here was fantastic - we couldn't fault itat all!

Charlotte H           

woops as you can see from my last message i didnt say what the food or entertainment was like i will on this one lol xxx

Charlotte H           

hi all at the resturant and the bar how are all you doing hope you are all ok. lara i sent you an email but i dont know if you recieved it. have you got your tatoo yet. hope the food is still geat as ever. is costas still being a little devil. and yannis keep spinnin them tunes. the food was excellent here and the weather was great we might be coming back next year for my mum and dad hen and stag night which shud be fantasic and we can see you again. once i have got all the pictures developed and find my usb cable i will pit them oin here for you so that everyone can see how happy you all are and busy you are. see you all soon hopefully. lots of love jo, niel, charley and carl xx

Lesley B           

went several times, love it, great food and service, lovely to see george yiannis babis and the crew again, excellent! one of our big favourites

Amie B           

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Hey guys, Amie here, just puttin up sum piccys, had yet another fantastic time in Kalamaki! food is great at the Parthenon, check it out!!

Alison C           

Came back from Kalamaki today. Ate at Parthenon 3 times and can honestly say it was some of the best food we have tasted. All the staff were friendly especially Yiannis who made friends with our 9 year old daughter.A great restaurant, would recommend it to everyone

Angela C           

hey everyone! we've not even been back a week yet and we're missing zante like mad. this is the third time i've visited and everytime the parthenon is my favourite place to be, with the fab food and friendly service i would recomend that you give this place a try! (oh yeh they serve the best sunday roast ever)!
    angela x 

Brian C           

Why oh why We must Say Goodbye

And to England must Return
Our waistline Bigger thats for Sure
The Blame is the PARTHENON
 
A diet started straight away
To curb our yearly Excess
Which goes to prove
What iv'e always thought
Your restuarant is the best
 
Your delicious homemade Greek cuisine
Your service with a smile
Makes of me a happy chap
Remembering with a smile
 
Thanks to all
Btian Dorne

Tracy C           

We really enjoyed our evening here and would recommend it

Jo M           

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Just returned from our third year at Kalamaki and Parthenon is the best restaurant! Thanks to George, Yannis and everybody for once again making this a great holiday. See you again soon............Miss you already!Wink

Jessica            

Nice restaurant!! Nice food!! My mum and dad felt guilty afterwards because we had came to Greece and had a Sunday Roast!! It was nice though  !

Amie B           

this is our 3rd time in kalamaki and everytime we go here we eat at the parthenon! the food is great n the staff are even better! big shout out to my main guy george!! many great laughs we had in the rose n crown when u finished in the restaurant!  although was not happy when you kept throwing ice at me!! thanks for yet another great holiday, you know that you will be seeing me soon coz i can't stay away from zante! lovin everyone in the parthenon, lots of love amie xxxx

Laura O           

Had lovely food, here very nice. ***

Jack A           

hi george and yanni and (Sarah jessica PARKER) ha ha!Meant to reply earlier been back home almost 4 weeks.WE highly recommend this restaurant we ate here 7 times would of been more but you are on your holls so u need 2 try other places.Thanks (George) 4 bringing James dinner out first! 

 
!!!YIAMAS!!!

Charlotte H           

Hi everyone. Joanne charley carl and nelly here. Just want to say were gonna miss you all even george haha. You know the food was great and really big portions because you mainly got my plate back full because i could not eat it it was great really filling. Enjoy your selfs and hi to lara yannis and kostas xx

Dave D           

Yiannis is singing in a bar in Tsilivi this year - we didn't have enough time to track him down.  Anyway the Parthenon is a great place to visit in Kalamki.  The whole family loved it.  Great food serverd in a friendly, informal atmosphere.  It was good to see you again George and Yannis - we will be back next year. 

Paul M           

yannis 3 is singing in a greek dance entertainment in tsivili acording to the other yannis and gang , though where it is i am not sure . we have just got back today but did not have time to track him down as we were to buisy stuffing our faces on all best greek food  we could eat. resort seemed quieter this year but the food and staff were just as good. yamas once again everyone!!!

Sim F           

The food here is GORGEOUS and really good value. We had the specials, which overall worked out at 25euros for 2 starters, 2 main meals (big portions aswell) four drinks and we were given two complimentry drinks of this fruity punch stuff which was really nice! Yum yum!

Glenys H

Where has Yiannis 3 gone from the Parthenon, does anyone know?

George P           

Hey everybody its george, thank you all for your excellant comments and your great photos...its very nice to let us know that you had a wonderfull time in our restaurant, and its been a pleasure metting you all!  I hope i see you all soon again or next year!!!

p.s nicole your puppy george is great, bring him over next year i must meet him... say hi to mum and dad!

Liz G           

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hi george its nicole again, this is one of my puppies, guess what hes been named? george after you, hope u r ok miss zante take care lots of love nicolexxxx

Brian C           

Behind the scenes is where its

OK John and Joanne You make our stay
Not only food But kindnest too
Its no wonder we grew to love you true
And remember this in our thoughts you are
Till we meet again
Your friends from afar
Try the trully Greek Experience without the tourist Hype
We did
 
Brian and Dorne

Liz G           

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hi george its nicole again can i come back if i do the washing up like u said??? hope u liked my picture take care and much love to yr brill place nicole xxxxxx its so boring being home please good at washing up!!!!

Liz G           

click to enlarge  hi all this restaurant is the best in kalamaki in the two weeks we stayed in zante  26th june to 10th july 2006 ,we went back 5 times, service and very freindly, always rememberd us when we were just walking by restaurant by daughters name, beautiful meals each time, quick service with a smile, brill prices well worth a visit, love to george from nicole hes the best!!!!! hope to see u all very soon take care xxx ps george i had my lolly when i got home as u said and thought of you miss zante see u soonxxxx nicole

Sammy & Scott           

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see you next year :)
 
xxxx

Sammy & Scott           

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Sammy & Scott           

Woo. BBQ chicken is the best in the world.

Hello Georgy baby its sammy and scott we went home yesterday :( we are definatly coming back next year im trying to get scott to say yes for august haha. but he hasnt got much money, i want my bbq chicken, missing you lots already your a really nice guy and hope you will be there next time we come

bye
Sammy & Scott

Ps i put a few pictures on aswell :)

*kisskiss*

Sammy & Scott           

Woo. BBQ chicken is the best in the world.

Hello Georgy baby its sammy and scott we went home yesterday :( we are definatly coming back next year im trying to get scott to say yes for august haha. but he hasnt got much money, i want my bbq chicken, missing you lots already your a really nice guy and hope you will be there next time we come

bye
Sammy & Scott

Ps i put a few pictures on aswell :)

*kisskiss*

Jayne            

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best restaurant in kalamaki the food is excellentClap

just one complaint george would nt give me his number fiveCry
but the one he made me is greatLaugh
watch out though we will be back for that FIVE!
love to everyone
big kiss  Embarrassed   to yannis , bill  &  george xxx

Natalie M           

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here is a picture of us...hope you like it!

love natalie

Natalie M           

to the worlds best restaurant,

its natalie who eats pancakes and fudge cake i would like to say i really enjoyed the time we spent with you.
the food and service was fabulous, it was so sad to leave.
we are coming back next year so have our tables ready for 8:00pm.
we hope all of you are well and hope you keep in touch.!
love
natalie!!!

Paul M           

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Paul M           

zante veterans say there is no where better,  superb value and the most wellcoming restraunt around.

1995,2002,2004,2005, and we are coming back july 2006 need we say any more , YAMAS everyone,
rose and crown good drink after your meals,.

Claire B           

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 hello  george,its leah , still the best  restaurant in kalamaki  , even though im only 6 and three quarters id still like to ask you to marry me when im 18?? i miss you and cant wait to see you on september the 22nd,and my mummy said she wants a big hug!!!!  see you very soon love   leah  xxx

 
 

Claire B           

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 12-May-2006 to 26-May-2006

 
As ever, still the best restauarnt in Kalamaki
 Although it was a shame that Yiannis (3) and Babbis have moved on.
It was fantastic to see the gorgeous George still there
 
Food as ever first class, and service as ever makes you feel special.
 
George, I missed a huggy when we left, so have booked to return 22-Sep-2006 to 06-Oct-2006 so I need a big hug when we arrive and even bigger when I leave again. (don't be shy as Nigel says that will be OK) Look forward to seeing the new car - can I take it for a spin, you have seen how careful I am on the roads
 
Love you all heaps, Claire, Nigel & Leah xxx

Sophie W           

hia everyone,

my mum n kim say hi hope eveyones ok, we miss being over there so much n cant wait till we can come back. it wont be this year but we will come as soon as we can !!! keep lookin at the pics n cant believe it was nearly a year ago since we were there!!! miss you all lodz
 
  lv soph xxxx
    speak 2 ya soon georgex

Richard B           

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Hello to Yiannis, George, Yianni, Babis, Michael and the rest of the guys at the Parthenon restaurant. the restaurant is fantastic, the food is delicious, the service is second to none.

i have previously visited twice before over the past five years and the service they provide there gets better with each visit. it is an accolade to the management that all the staff are so genuinely friendly and even spare the time to have a chat and even keep your children amused, that is great because this year we have an addition. see you all friday 12th may, evening for supper, love and best wishes to all
Richard, Jenny and baby Rhiannon Bowes.

Nigel B           

Hello to all at the Parthenon,

This restaurant is excellent for great food and attentive service, have visited for past two years and never had cause for complaint at all. All the guys are particularly good with kids, and my daughter Leah is besotted with Yiannis Malamidis who just makes her holiday special. As far as my wife is concerened there are several of the waiters that put a smile on her face! Not sure how I should take that?
 
Special hello's to Yiannis, George &  Bubis
 
See you all next week, arrive 12th May - be prepared for Leah to scream the place down when she see's Yiannis!
 
Love, Claire, Nigel & Leah. x

George P           

hi everybody, this is george!!! we r opening today ...so hope to see you all soon so we can make your holiday complete

Yvonne C           

good luck with the start of the new season everybody. cant wait to see you all soon

love yvonne xxxx

George P           

hi john sykes...

the season starts around 1 of may and maybe a bit earlier!!!
hope to see you all soon!!!

John S           

Hi  Joanna, Yiannis, Spiros and George, myself and my partner catherine go to the Parthenon when we are in Zante. We travel to Tsilivi to visit my sister at least twice a year and travel down to Kalamaki to see the family and eat their wonderful food at reasonable prices and then go next door to the family bar which is part of the restaurant for a song on the Karaoke, A very very enjoyable evening and you are really looked after by all the staff. P.S. see you in May

Michelle, carl, rhys & ka W           

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hi to george and all staff at parthenon kalamaki,

 

just like to thank you for the warm welcome we receive when we visit your restaurant.

 
we have returned to the island for the past two years and in this time have never been unhappy with any of our meals at your restaurant. michelle (mother) is a vegetarian and the staff at the restarant are always helpful and happy to accomodate this. all the family enjoy the hot, delicious, and tastey food served at the parthanon. 
 
the people who have said bad comments on the internet must be eating at a different restaurant, not the parthenon.
we have two children and they are always accommodated for at your restaurant. this is why we give your restaurant an excellent 100% and return each year.  see you soon the williams family swansea.xx

 

 

Spiros, G           

hope everyone has happy holidays and a great new year from the hole familly and we hope 2 c all our friends back in 06 for some great food and a great holiday. c u soon

Yvonne C           

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hello everyone. It has took me eight weeks to get this picture on so you had better like it. I hope you are all having a well earned rest. I am now slogging myself to death so i can come back next year. george. I won't tell you again. Mum says will you text more frequently.

     from your adoring sister yvonne xxx 
 
me.    Angela, George and Miro

Zena C           

we were in kalamaki for two weeks in august/september and ate each night at the parthenon.great menu for dead-flesh eaters and veggies alike.as a vegetarian i had the vegetarian hotplate it was delicious. also had the veggie stirfry and the cheese/spinach pies with salad. waiter service, very attentive without being fussy.children warmly welcomed and entertained.

george,"i know it's hard but do try and keep yiannis in order."

yiannis 1 "continue being nature's gentleman and look after those vegetarian chickens"

yiannis 2 "best of luck on becoming an astranaut. hope n.a.s.s.a can cope. if not try being a waiter."
to everyone else, many thanks .
     see you next year
     mizpah
zena x

Brian C           

I am a great fan of the Parthenon and have no problems with comments made one way or another However I would poiint out that the food prepared in the Parthenon is prepared daily from FRESH products and I can assure you that if people are not satisfied the staff will do all in their power to rectify the situation so dont be afraid to complain as the management really do appreciate constructive criticism so they can improve their service to you. I have complained and had my complaint dealt with to my satisfaction By the way the food is excellent as my waistline will testify.

Susan B           

ate at the parthenon every night in may 2005 and again inoctober2005 wonderful food and a wonderful family. joanna,yannis,george spiros cousin yiannis and uncle yiannis. we were made to feel so welcome and even choose our own menu, going back again in may 2006 and also october 2006 just to see the family. they also own the rose and crown next door which is a great pub staff brian and little kosta are also fantastic. see you all next year. i know spiros reads this love lynsay and sue

Kate F           

Was quite crowded, food was okay, portions quite small. Was worth trying but didnt go back. 

Sharon W           

Due to various reports we went there - and regretted that we had.  The tables were very close together and the staff were rushed off their feet.  The result - the started arrived in record speed and as soon as we had finished them they whipped our plates away and promptly deposited our main course - not a moment in between courses.  Again when we had finished our main courses they were back immediately and, as we did not want sweets or coffees, the bill arrived, we paid and were out - all in under 1 hour.  Not a relaxed evening meal by any stretch of imagination.

The food?  Disappointing to say the least. I ordered meat balls to start with and they were dry, tasteless and grim.  They appeared to be made up mostly of bread or the like, not a lot of meat to be seen and I would put money on it that they were ready-made frozen ones that are just dropped in the fryer for a couple of minutes - revolting.  We cannot recall what the rest of the meal was, it was so tasteless, and would not recommed this restaurant to anyone.

Sorry folks

Diane F           

We went to this restaurant having read reviews but were throroughly disappointed. 

I was not impressed with the food or services and I also found that some of the prices were slightly higher than other restaurants.    The tables were quite close together and I would not go back again.

Joanne U           

hiya its joanne, george's admirer haha, just wanna say hello, n thanks for makin us feel welcome, might see you all nxt year! bye xxx

George            

hi everybody its george... thank you all for your excellent comments!!!

Shelby B           

Hi your comment here

Yvonne C           

hi everyone. how are you. am missing you alot. i hope yannis has still quit smoking. i went in to the parthenon every night and i never got bored of it. the food was fantastic with a wide range of vegitarian food available (including the vegitarian chicken lol) and the waiters was so funny. the day i came home i didnt feel like i was home and wanted to come straight back where i felt of a family. hopefully i will see you soon in london (george and spiros) and there is no way i am not coming next year possibly to work for the summer season.so if that washing up job is still available george then you have not my number.   

Lesley B           

another restaurant we always visit more than once during our holidays, great friendly service, the country lamb, and lamb chops are lovely, greek meatballs are excellent, great cheesecake for afters, well priced, thanks guys.

Jeanette H           

click to enlargeclick to enlargeclick to enlargeA big thank you to all at the Parthenon.  We had three lovely meals here in August and can recommend the Lamb Kleftico and Chicken Slouvaki...both are delicious.  Yianni kept the kids entertained, trying to make Ellie work at the restaurant, by handing out menus when customers arrived and Amy had to spin the menu on her little finger like he does, to keep the customers entertained.  Thanks again, and we'll see you next year.

 
Jeanette, Nigel, Amy and Eleanor 

Claire P           

Hi Everyone!

Just a little note to say thanks for making our holiday what it is every year!
You are all great!
 
George i will be practising my Go Karting - so be careful next year! i will lap you at least once! i promise
haha!
 
See you all next year take care of yourselves
 
Claire and Barry xx

Karen M           

What a fantastic restaurant, friendly, helpful, attentive, our 10 year old luke would'nt let us eat anywhere else( Hi Yianni, Yianni and Georg, luke is missing you already especially the play fights when you tried to make him pay by taking his shirt off) The service was excellent and nothing was too much trouble, we did look in at the mermaid but like many things it was overated, noisy and everyone felt crammed in.Not for us we like to relax and feel we are not being hurried. we will definitely see you guy's at the parthenon next year.

Soph W           

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Just adding some pictures on here in case the ones we have sent don't reach you love soph xxxx

 
 
 

Dorne B           

What can I say.  We had a really lovely time.  George THE MANAGER and his serving family need to be congratulated especially the dear old boy in the kitchen and the rather lovely cashier.  To all who read this I will tell you that the food in the Parthenon is original and hand prepared from all local produce I have witnessed the actual preparation.  You will without doubt sample a small piece of Greece and I highly recommend it to all.  Thankyou once again to all in the staff see you soon.

Soph W           

hiya everyone,
    just wanted to say thanks for making our holidays brilliant!!! loved every minute of it and hoping i can come back and see all of you again soon. george you have deffinatily got to come and stay in the winter no excuses! thankyou all loads and loads.missing you already (especially georgey)
        love soph xxxx    
 
 
 
 
p.s. photos are in the post george! jude and kim say hi and thanks too xx

Judith L           

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Just thought I'd add a picture to go with comments from us below, Katie and George on our last night on the Island.

Judith L           

Big hello to everyone at The Parthenon, and Rose and Crown.  Katie, Chris and Myself would like to thankyou to all for making our holiday the best ever. By far the best restaurante/ bar on the island, with the loveliest, friendliest staff  Katie misses you George and is already nagging to return to see you again.. She will send the photos on in the next few days.

Amy C           

hi george (future husband) i really enjoyed every night we spent in your restaurant i must admit you do make good margerita pizza. yannis is honest and lovely very funny stealing laurens drink. babi seemed quiet didnt stop lauren from eyeing him up. family who worked there were very helpful and friendly. but george is absolutely gorgous and very sweet even thou i had swollen eyes from being headbutted on a jucuzi didnt stop george lol i.e ( i have 2 to see the eyes of my wonderful wife) you old charmer you! i will return in 6 years to marry you of course.the only downfall was leaving you and your restaurant and i got dressed up on the last night brad just about to take a picture of us when the worst happens it runs outa batteries how dissapointed was i seeing as the only picture i have is the group picture with me you lauren and babi was when i had a swollen face. ill add the picture as soon as i get time. i hope everyones okay lov ya all amyxx ( big baboo!)

Daniel R           

 hi its me. you wont know my name but you will know my face (goerge and yianni trying to cart me off into the kitchen to wash up last year) we come back from our holiday a week ago now and im missing zante very much, even though we have been twice i want to see yianni`s face when i walk doen the street again (that was hilarious). the food was brill, that mix grill greek platter i had a week ago was excellent.enjoy being in zante you lucky buggers p.s. i want to go back to try to get charged all the time ha ha that was funny!!!!

Dave D           

Great food, Great people - esp Georges & Yiannis,  & Great prices.  The children loved it, and we all hope to be back next year.  Try the Taskebab - it was very good.

Declan G           

click to enlargeWell, what can I say, spent most evenings here, the service and food was excellent, as was the price. A beautiful Lamb Kleftico, Beef Stifado and also a great Sunday Roast....The kids loved it here, thanks to the all the staff and especially Yiannis, you had the kids in stitches. Hope to see you all again next year.

 
Declan, Debbie, Tasha, Lauren and Callum. 

Lauren H           

The Parthenon is the best Resturaunt ever! I went with my best friend Amy and my family.we went back like every night! The staff are so friendly my friend Amy liked George , and yannis said that he would marry them in five years time! Amy had the Pizza every night but I had loads of different things, which were all lovely! We should be back next year hopefully as we are going to return to Zante, as I said the best resturaunt ever!!!

George            

hi Vegard Skjold thanks for trusting our restaurant... lots of hello's  from george and yianni hope to see you guys again......

.....p.s take it easy with the breezers mate!!! 

Vegard S           

Hey yani! We LOVED your restaraunt, as you maybe understood, since it became our regular resturant on our stay:D

Greetings from the norwegian vikings :D 3 X coke and one breezer please;)

George            

hi sarah its george from the parthenon i am the manager and the head waiter in parthenon and if you like are e-mail its: parthenon_diner@yahoo.com click on it straight away!!!

Sarah E

Does anyone know who the manager is and who the head waiter is?

Sarah E           

hi yannis and george we had a great time and cant wait to c*m back you two are so funny. well what can i say the food is brill and so is the service and price. a must for lovers of good food hope to see you soon yannis and george

Ian W           

Hello to all in the Parthenon

 
We just got back from Kalamaki and I would like to give a big thankyou to all the family and staff.
My 2 grandchildren Alex and Shannon loved Yianni and George and were thoroughly spoilt by them.
Service and food is great and we will come back again. 

Miranda J           

 
A big hello to everyone at The Parthenon.  I hope you are all well.  I haven't visited for a while now but Zakynthos and Kalamaki and especially the Parthenon are still in my heart!   I just wanted to send a quick message to my old and very good friend, Yannis Kardilez (sorry about the spelling!).  I wondered George, if you wouldn't mind, maybe you could just pass a quick message to Yannis for me, just to say that Miranda says hello stranger, it's been a while and that she hopes him and all his family are well.
 
Thank you!
Love to you all
Miranda :) x

George            

George            

see you soon BRIAN, DORNE AND OF COURSE DANNY!!!

Dorne B           

Hello Jan and Joanne Spiros George Jani and of course Janis and Babbi We will be there on 22 aug Looking forward very much to seeing you all

 
brian and dorne dan
Ps Lamb Kleftiko chicken greek potatoes and brocoli please

Sue&tony&danny&colin D           

hi george,thanks 4 makin us all feel very ,very welcome.

danny says thanks 4 the birthday cake.it was classic.
 
food was excellent pizza fantastic favorite 4 the kids
 
cheers mate

George            

cant wait to c u to .........sis!!!

see ya in for weeks yvonne

Chloe N           

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Great food, friendly service, we are all looking forward to going back at the end of the summer and spending some entertaining evenings at the Parthenon.
 
 cheerz m8
 
Can't wait to see you again! 

Zena C           

cant wait to see everyone in the parthenon in four weeks. i only visited your place twice and regretted not going more. I can make up for lost time this time round. everyone says hi. see you soon big brother (george)..................Yvonne

George            

hi tina, wayne, chloe, chelsea, gayn, pers, callum, sue, tony, colin, danny  !!!

thanks for sending me the photos with little chelsea and chloe, say hi to every one from me and hope to see you all next year!!!
 
 
 
 
  CHEERS MATE!!!
   

George            

hi gavin!!!

as it seems you got a point there............but it doesn't matter let the other restaurants say whatever they like!!!   parthenon is the best restaurant 7 years running now (and 26 more in america "chicago" the windy city)...nothing is better then a family restaurant, each part of the parthenon family pleases each and every one of our customers with extra special care every day, mum and dad does the cooking and the preparing every day to make sure all our food is fresh and tasty as always!!!so many years of expirience can speak for itself!
pleasing our customers is our job and we love doing that!!!

Gavin C           

Probably won't get the chance to get over to Zante this year but to anybody who is planning a trip I strongly recommend a visit to the Parthenon. Friendly staff who not only serve remarkably well but do their best to entertain. Nothing is too much trouble!

The only bad comments about this restaurant seem to come from the friends of rival restauranteurs.
Parthenon, "not to be missed"

Tina D           

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hi george how r we,  we all ad a mnt time at the parathon hope 2 c u all again love tina, wayne,chloe,chelsea ,gayn,pers,callum,sue,tony,colin,danny 

Trish T           

The best restaurant in the island. We ate there most nights, October last year and can't wait to get back.  Couldn't fault the food it was all delicious - my daughter Emma is veggie and nothing was a bother to make for her - and the Jack Daniels chops are to die for! The waiters were so entertaining and great with all the diners. Only 5 weeks to go - looking forward to seeing you all.

Lisa M           

We loved the Parthenon! We visited it in June, the food was amazing and the people extra friendly, George and Yianni are really good with kids, little brother loved going there!

Jilli E           

hi went to the parthenon a few times the food was amazing as was the service the waiters are a great banter loved it will deff be going back to see ma gorgeous pal yiannis (the head) take care boys xxxxx

George            

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here are some friends of our in the pathenon... CHARLIE, RACHAEL, ZOE, AND RYAN !!!

HOPE YOU ENJOYED YOUR FOOD AND EVERY MOMENT YOU HAD IN OUR RESTAURANT,
SEE YOU GUYS AGAIN SOON HOPEFULLY!!!

George            

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george and yianni with a lovely couple... we hope you liked the lamb!!!!

George            

  
 
 
 
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Zena C           

Cannot wait to come over,as you know we arrive end of August and will be making the Parthenon our main venue.Always great service,great food,no problem if you are veggie!Many places boast a veggie menue but not available when you order!But the Parthenon no problem .It is also great entertainment value from the boys.So anyone going to Kalamaki make this your main venue, you won't be disappointed!

George            

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here r some photos of our XXXL menu it doesn't even fit in the photo!!!

George            

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here are some pics of our lovely evenings... dining in parthenon!!!

parthenon is a great place to relax and  have a great meal without anyone rushing you to finish your food!
the parthenon family will make sure everything will always be perfect as long as you stay in the restaurant, becoming a part of your wonderfull holidays!!!

Angela S           

Hi George & Joanne, also to Yiannis ( Head Boy), Yiannis 2, George & all the other guys. Thankyou for making us so welcome. The atmosphere and the warmest of welcomes make you the best by far. The food is spectacular and particularly the country lamb (mmmmm).I would recommend you to anyone visiting kalamki.

Angie & Dave Sheldon ( Hayleys mum& dad).

George            

   

THANKS EVERYBODY FOR ALL THE THUMBS UP AND YOUR EXCELLANT COMMENTS!!!
PARTHENON ALWAYS TREATS THERE CUSTOMERS LIKE OUR OWN FAMILY.
 
 
HOPE TO SEE YOU ALL  AGAIN AS WE WILL BE HERE FOR MANY MORE YEARS!
 
   

George            

hi patricia sorry to bother you but im te boss of parthenon restaurant and i just read your comment... and i also read about 20 more comments of yours about mermaids and as i see you r good friends, we dont have any competition with mermaids i dont know what he tells you but anyway lets get to r point!!!
you have wrote a comment on the 14th of june saying:
"Went back there this year took neice and husband in. The meal was as usual great, service fantastic. See you in Sept."
and then on july 18th about a mounth later you write:
"WE have always been happy with the Parthenon. but this year find they are trying a dirty tricks tactic. They have always been in competion with Mermaids but this yearthey are standing just about outside Mermaids and offering free wine with their meals. This to us was not nice. By all means look for custom but by fair means, we did not go over there this time because of this."
i dont think giving some wine is so bad which will make you change your mind from one mounth to the other for our restaurant in such sort time...and at the bottom line its our own home made wine we dont buy it!
we dont give away childrens meals or let the reps eat free to buy there customers like the most do in kalamaki! as you see on the internet all our comments are thumbs up the best comments on the site,only yours is different, you should check it out!!!
i would like it if you reply back at our restaurants e-mail address parthenon_diner@yahoo.com (between parthenon and diner there is a downslash 
_) ... we always try our best to please our customers and as i said i dont think wine will change there mind, we offer the best tasty food in kalamaki and it has been proved!!!

Nicola            

 

Patricia S           

WE have always been happy with the Parthenon. but this year find they are trying a dirty tricks tactic. They have always been in competion with Mermaids but this yearthey are standing just about outside Mermaids and offering free wine with their meals. This to us was not nice. By all means look for custom but by fair means, we did not go over there this time because of this.

Sally M           

I just HAD to comment on this restaurant, my boyfriend James and I went 5 times during our week in  Kalamaki (last week of June).  It was fab food,excellent quality at v reasonable prices! We loved it, and the service was excellent with friendly waiters.  The 'country lamb' dish is a "must" for anyone who goes there...and lots of other dishes too!! Sally&James June 05

Jo M           

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Hi to all at the Parthenon its the Moores here! Just returned from our second year holiday at Kalamaki and again your restaurant was tops especially my friend I beat at pool! Food excellent and service as always fantastic very highly recommeded. See you all next year........The Moores ( Jo,Mick and Connor) XX  

Phill I           

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Yasoo guy's, Kalispera, ti kanete? George, Yannis 1 and Yannis 2,

Thanks for a fantastic time in your restaurant, this truly made the holiday special.  What can I say about the food, the service and the staff - Exceptional in all aspects.  Even when I tried my best at broken greek the guys put me on the right path. Yamis !! Smile Forget Mermaids the Parthenon will beat it hands down.
 
Katie say's yasoo to her favourite menu spinner, Mam say's Yasoo to George.
Can't wait to get back to Kalamaki to chill out all over again. This was our 1st holiday in Greece and Kalamaki helped to make it special.  To all reading this, this is an excellent place for family holidays or to those just wanting to chill. We will be back!
 
Phill, Lisa, Katie, Mam.Wink
 

Ryan H           

We only ate at this restaurant once during our two week stay but we had a really nice meal there.  It was good Greek food, good value for money and the waiters were very friendly!

Charlotte and Ryan

Patricia S           

Went back there this year took neice and husband in. The meal was as usual great, service fantastic. See you in Sept.

David E           

  hi George and the boys thank you for being so hospitable and freindly during our stay you are all great guys and the food was excellent and as was the service the best place to eat in kalamaki  ????  AND NATHAN SAYS KEEP THE CHANGE YOU THILTHY ANIMAL!!!!!!!! see you all next year 

Michelle B           

Wasn't particularly impressed. My boys liked the greeter, but I felt his charm was very put on and false. Full of raucous parteies of chain-smokers when we visited. Cheapest meal of the holiday, food OK, nothing special.

Siobhan P           

Tasty mousaka! Lovely cheap house wine too. The service was excellent - the waiters knew when to talk to you and when to leave you alone, and cheekily kept filling our glasses with wine. Excellent!

Jilli E           

Hiya boys!!!!!!!! hows ma wee jhannis ( i dont know how to spell it lol ) ? hope your keeping good darlin! miss you hunders ! keep playin pool an gettin free masages  hope to see you soon an take care emial me if you can babe my e-mail address is edmonds_sxy_pants@hotmail.com  loadsa love jilli..........paula says hello

Karen K           

One of the best restaurants we visited.The food is fantastic and the staff are brilliant! The kids loved their sparkly ice creams.Nothing was too much trouble and despite being really busy we were made to feel the most important people there, as was everyone.

 Whatever you do  DO NOT miss out this restaurant

Lee H           

the parthenon is the best!!!!!

the wine was great, the food was fantastic and the staff were out of this world!!!!
its the perfect place to eat whether your with your family and friends, or alone with a loved one, everybody is made to feel welcome, and once you've eaten there,
you will return, like we did many times.
 huge thanks to the fellas, jorgos, yiannis, yiannis #2, babis, and everyone else
who made our holiday so special.
we'll see you in september
love
lee, sarah, kayleigh and mckenzie x
ps. yiannis, dont forget u promised to sing at the wedding!!!!!
 

Claire B           

Hi, our group was known as the george on tour.   just wanted to say that the  parthenon was the best place that we ate out at   and the rose and crown  is excellent, now even more so as my gillingham football shirt is on the ceiling!!!!    Thank you for making us feel welcome and making our holiday the best. xxx  luv  claire.

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