{"id":12860,"date":"2018-06-20T18:46:07","date_gmt":"2018-06-20T18:46:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cyprusescape.com\/?p=12860"},"modified":"2023-03-02T12:23:21","modified_gmt":"2023-03-02T12:23:21","slug":"koutourou-ouzeri-paphos","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cyprusescape.com\/koutourou-ouzeri-paphos\/","title":{"rendered":"Tapas Dinner at Koutourou Ouzeri (My Review)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

It’s not very often I get restaurant recommendations from friends, especially restaurants<\/span> I haven’t heard of yet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So when one came around last time, I needed to make sure I follow up on it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sandra, who I have known since we moved to the island, recommended this little gem hidden in central Paphos (Cyprus<\/strong><\/a>), very close to the newly renovated town hall square. Let me introduce you to….<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Koutourou Ouzeri in Paphos<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Koutourou<\/strong><\/a> is a very unique restaurant with rustic vintage charm inside and tells a very modern story through the dishes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It offers you to sample the best of Cypriot cuisine<\/span>, without having to go through the torture of the usual mezze meal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you have one of those, you know what I’m talking about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The interior adds a whole new element to this place. Filled with memorabilia, antiques, and – maybe I add – perfect for those precious Instagram moments (if you’re the type). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I was really surprised to find such a chic and beautifully decorated place in central Paphos. The spacious interior with plenty of seating options has a dedicated display in each of the rooms. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

My personal favourite – old typewriters which took up a whole wall and retro style fridge complete with classic Coca-Cola bottles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We took a seat outside by the road and perused the menu before settling on 5 dishes to share. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The dishes are of a generous portion and each plate is designed to share. Among some classics, I was happy to see a variety of choices and I think even Vegans would find something they enjoy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The village salad was super fresh, served with a freshly baked bun. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We continued with the carrots, which at first sight looked like sausages, prawns in beer, traditional pork patties for my husband and the favorite course of all – baked halloumi with cheese.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Restaurant Menu<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

So what was on our menu?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Village salad, Japanese Salad, Fava, Dakos, Oven Baked Olives, Spicy Cheese Dips, Taramosalata, Roasted Potatoes, Roasted Mushrooms, Aubergine with Garlic & Lemon, Baked carrots with yogurt and coriander, Oven Baked Halloumi with Honey, Oven Baked Oil Cheese, Prawns in Beer (our choice), Lamb’s Sausage with Spicy Cheese & Tomatoes, Roasted Chicken Livers, Traditional Pork Patties, Crispy Pork Belly, Marinated Grilled Chicken.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The food was very fresh and skillfully prepared without making it too complicated. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Simple flavors done well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Extra points on their card were scored by serving Kolios wine<\/span>, my favourite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you ever fancy a bit more decadent dinner in centre of Paphos<\/strong><\/a>, without spending a fortune, Koutourou is certainly the place to be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I loved the atmosphere, setting, food & service. Can’t wait to come back!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Koutourou Ouzeri<\/span> Details<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tel. 26 952953 – booking recommended<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prices – from 3 eur, going up to 16 eur depending on the dish. You would usually pick 4-5 dishes to share between two people.  Our dinner with a <\/em>caraf of wine and 5 dishes cost around 40-50 <\/em>eur. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cypriot cuisine served in tapas style<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Location<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n