Nydri harbour, Lefkada
Fish of the day,mama's cooking,harbour views.
Mama Eleni's kitchen, since 2013
We cook with the best ingredients and real love for tradition. Every dish is prepared the moment you order it.
Pasta is boiled to order, the fish comes straight off the boat and the bread is toasted on the grill. Creativity and simplicity, with the harbour boats in front of you.
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From our menu
Full menu
Seafood & fish of the day
Grilled sea bream and sea bass, prawns, squid, octopus. Ask what the boat brought in today.
Main courses
Moussaka in a clay pot, lamb kleftiko, stifado and premium cuts of meat on the grill.
Salads
Cretan dakos, fried burrata, fig with prosciutto. Something fresh for a summer table.
Starters
Politiko meatballs, hand-rolled dolmades, feta in filo pastry with Lefkada honey.
6,500+ Google reviews
What our guests say
This is absolutely the best spot in Nydri for dinner. We stayed here for a week and ended up having four dinners here! Everything we tried was incredibly fresh and delicious. You can really feel the touch of a female chef, Chef Eleni, it shines through in the attention to detail across the menu and the service. The fish, octopus, moussaka, calamari, fried zucchini were all extremely good. Their house wine is served by the bottle; it’s crisp, fresh, and paired perfectly with the seafood. The service is attentive and so friendly. Highly recommended! Don’t forget to book in advance, as it’s always full around 19:00, they have a very convenient online platform for reservations. They also offer a complimentary daily dessert and a shot of limoncello. Cheers to all the staff at Basilico!
Best food we’ve ever had, without exaggeration! We still can’t believe how incredibly delicious everything was. The saganaki and the moussaka were both absolutely perfect, the best moussaka we’ve ever tasted in our life. The prices are very fair, and the service is outstanding. Everyone is so friendly, smiling, and always checking if everything is okay. Special thanks to waiters Theo and Manos for making our evening unforgettable! The complimentary dessert at the end was the perfect finishing touch. We can’t wait to come back. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
One of the best restaurants in Nydri, if not the best. We received amazing service from the attentive and welcoming staff. The waiters genuinely seemed to love what they do and what they represent. The food was excellent, and a special shoutout goes to the passionfruit mojitos, which were honestly the best we have ever had. We ended up visiting twice during our seven day stay in Nydri, and I would definitely recommend trying the fried zucchini, tyrokafteri and passionfruit mojitos. Special shoutout to Spiros & Petros!
We had dinner here and it was perfect. The food was excellent, the service was friendly, as you expect in Greece and the prices were right. Overall one of the best experiences in Nydri and would definitely recommend it.
The best in Nidri ✅ We have been 3 nights here and will be back again. Here you can try seafood pasta that is better than in other places like Rachi and Amente. Crazy! This place is overcrowded but the quality is very high and portions are big. Thanks 🙏
Excellent choice and right off where our boat docked. Great apps and entrees - everyone enjoyed their meal. Didn’t get servers name but he was super friendly and spoke good English. A solid choice if you are looking for something to eat in the area.
We respect tradition, cook with fresh local ingredients and let the sea do the rest.
Nydri
Skorpios and Madouri across the water, the harbour boats right in front of you.
One of the liveliest places on Lefkada, 17 km from the island's main town. Basilico sits right on the waterfront, on Akti Aristoteli Onassi. Come for a relaxed meal or for dinner at sunset.
How to get hereFrequently asked questions
Everything you need to know before visiting Basilico. For anything else, call us on +30 26450 93121.
Where is Basilico?
On the harbour front of Nydri (Akti Aristoteli Onassi 34, Nydri 31100, Lefkada, Greece), about 17 km from Lefkada town, looking out towards the islets of Skorpios and Madouri.
What are the opening hours?
Daily 16:00 – 23:45 during the summer season.
How do I book a table?
All reservations are made through our online booking platform, with instant confirmation. For large groups, private events or special requests, email us at basiliconidri@gmail.com.
What kind of food does Basilico serve?
Greek and Mediterranean cuisine: fresh fish of the day and seafood, traditional slow-cooked dishes such as moussaka and lamb kleftiko, grilled meats, salads, hot starters and Felicetti pasta cooked to order.
Do you have fresh fish?
Yes. We serve wild-caught fish of the day (priced by the kilo), grilled sea bream and sea bass of around 450 g, as well as octopus, squid, prawns and mussels.
Can we book for a large group or a private event?
Yes. For large groups and private events, please contact us by email and we will plan your table together.
What if I have allergies or dietary requirements?
Let us know when you book or tell your waiter, and we will do our best to accommodate you.
What do guests say about Basilico?
Basilico is rated 4.8/5 from 6,500+ reviews on Google.
