Greece Athens ToursAre you a wine lover and you are visiting Athens? Then, you should know where to find the best wine bars in Athens Greece. As Greek wine becomes more and more popular internationally, you may want, as a visitor, to taste some quality local wines inside a beautiful bar in order to have a nice experience.
Greece, although it is a small country, has around 200 indigenous grapes that are really interesting and deserve the attention of wine lovers. Don’t forget that according to Greek mythology, wine production has its origins in this country by God Dionysus, because of the cult of the God of wine, Theatre started in Athens during the great Dionysians around 534 B.C.
See the Best Wine Bars in Athens Greece: A Local Guide
1. Oinocent -First Wine Bar in Athens
Operating since 2008, it is the first wine bar to be opened in the city. It is located in the heart of Athens and has a wide variety of more than 1000 label bottles, not only from Greece but also from all over the world. The wine list is updated frequently, and they also serve Mediterranean cuisine.
Address: Voulis 44
Url: oinoscent.gr
2. Kiki de Grece- Best Wine Bar for Local Products
Located at Ipitou pedestrian street near Syntagma square, the owner, Mrs. Rosa Kardara, was looking for a way to connect deli producers and winemakers straight to consumption, and she did it. She searched for some of the best products in Greece and made deals with them. You can find here 50 labels of small businesses that are hard to find elsewhere, coming from all corners of Greece. The name Kiki comes from an artist-model whose real name was Alice Ernestine Prin. This woman loved to experiment as the owner of the wine bar.
Address: Ipitou 4
Url: https://www.facebook.com/kikidegrece/
3. Cinque Wine&Deli Bar – Best Bar for Wine Tasting
This is a family business where the owners are both sommeliers, and they really know how to satisfy every wine lover. They opened a wine bar some years ago in the Psirri area, a tiny shop that became very popular, both for locals and tourists. After they expanded to another spot in the Monastirakl area, which was the first wine-tasting spot in the center of the city, and recently they opened another one in the Maroussi area. Their motivation is their passion for wine, which they lavishly serve. You can find 30 labels in the wine bar, accompanied by various platters. If you are looking for a wine tasting in the city, then Cinque is the right place for you.
Address: Agatharhou 15, Psirri /Voreou 10, Monastiraki.
Url: cinque.gr
4. Materia Prima- Best Wine Bar in Koukaki Area
Continuing our list of the best wine bars in Athens, we could not exclude Materia Prima Wine Bar and Bistro. It is located in the Koukaki area, near the Acropolis Museum, but you can find the second bar of the owner in the area of Pangrati as well. Here you can find unique wines from small producers that are dedicated to what they do. You can also taste artisanal Greek cheeses, like Meriareno from Kasos and Lazareto from Ithaka, as well as the smoked eel with chickpeas in salsa verde or the tuna tartar with mango and ginger.
Address: Falirou 68, Koukaki/ Mesologgiou Sq. 3, Pangrati.
Url: materiaprima.gr
5. Heteroclito Cave& Bar a Vin- Best Wine Bar for Geeks
Heteroclito is another wine bar that you can easily reach, as it’s located in the center of Athens. It was founded in 2012, and in a short time, it was recognized by International wine magazines and opinion makers. In this wine bar in Athens, you can find more than 200 Greek labels that are considered natural wines. The friendly staff can advise you which wine to buy according to your needs, also you can ask for a wine tasting.
Address: Fokionos 2& Petraki str.
Url: heteroclito.gr
6. Vintage Wine Bar&Bistro- Best Wine Bar in Athens for Food
Vintage is also on the list of the best wine bars in Athens, but here, besides the wine, you can enjoy amazing food, as Vintage Wine Bar & Bistro is listed as one of the best restaurants in Athens. It holds over 1200 labels and a total inventory of 23.00 bottles. The menu includes fish, deer, traditional plates, and deli products. It is located in the tourist area of Plaka on Mitropoleos str.
Address: Mitropoleos 66-68.
Url: winebarsathens.com
7. By the Glass — Best Wine Bar for Wine Connoisseurs
Hidden inside the beautiful Stoa Rallis arcade near Syntagma Square, By the Glass is one of the most celebrated wine bars in Athens. Opened in 2012 by owner Fotini Pantzia, it offers an extraordinary list of over 500 wines — more than 200 available by the glass using the innovative Coravin preservation system, which allows rare and expensive bottles to be served without opening them fully. The historic arcade setting, dating from 1925, creates an atmosphere that feels like a secret discovered by a few. Voted the number one Bar-Wine Restaurant in Athens three consecutive years by Restaurant 100 Awards. Reservations are strongly recommended on weekends.
Address: Georgiou Souri 3 & Filellinon, Syntagma
Url: bytheglass.gr
8. Pharaoh — Best Wine Bar for Natural Wines and Atmosphere
Pharaoh is unlike any other wine bar in Athens — and arguably in Greece. This Michelin Bib Gourmand-awarded wine bar and restaurant in Exarchia operates entirely without electricity or gas — the kitchen runs exclusively on wood-fired stoves and charcoal grills. The wine list features around 400 natural wine labels from Greece and around the world, overseen by an experienced sommelier. Music is played exclusively on vinyl by some of Athens’ leading DJs, creating an audiophile atmosphere that perfectly complements the wine. The combination of natural wine, wood-fire cooking, and vinyl music makes Pharaoh a genuinely one-of-a-kind Athens experience.
Address: Dionisiou Solomou 54, Exarchia
Url: pharaoh.gr
9. Warehouse — Best All-Day Wine Bar in Athens
Established in 2013 in the vibrant Exarchia neighbourhood, Warehouse has become one of Athens’ most beloved wine destinations. Housed in a former bookbindery, it was founded by three experts — one in wine, one in coffee, and one in mixology — and it excels in all three. The wine list features 300 labels with 140 available by the glass, spanning Greek and international vineyards. Open all day from morning coffee through late-night wine, Warehouse attracts locals, expats, and visitors alike. Tables spill onto the Valtetsiou Street pavement, creating one of Athens’ most lively and authentic outdoor wine experiences. A second location, Warehouse CO2, near Plaka, specialises exclusively in sparkling wines.
Address: Valtetsiou 21, Exarchia
Url: warehouse.gr
Hope this guide will satisfy wine lovers who are visiting Athens. Greece definitely has many quality wines that are worth trying. For those who are looking for a wine tasting in a winery, check out our tour here.
What is the best wine bar in Athens, Greece?
Athens has exceptional wine bars at every level. For the finest wine list and most prestigious setting, By the Glass near Syntagma is consistently rated number one. For natural wines and a unique atmosphere, Pharaoh in Exarchia is unmissable. For an authentic all-day local experience, Warehouse in Exarchia is a favourite among Athenians themselves. For wine tasting with expert sommeliers, Cinque Wine & Deli is the top choice.
What Greek wines should I try in Athens wine bars?
Start with Assyrtiko from Santorini — a mineral white wine grown in volcanic soil unique in the world. For reds, try Xinomavro from Naoussa, often compared to Barolo, or Agiorgitiko from Nemea, softer and food-friendly. For rare indigenous varieties, ask for Malagousia, rediscovered from near extinction in the 1970s, or Limnio — one of the oldest grape varieties in the world, mentioned by Aristotle himself.
Are wine bars in Athens expensive?
Athens wine bars offer outstanding value compared to other European capitals. A glass of quality Greek wine costs between €6-12. Many bars offer tasting flights of 3-5 wines for €15-25. Cinque Wine & Deli and Heteroclito are particularly good value. By the Glass and Vintage Wine Bar are at the higher end but justify the price with exceptional wine lists and settings.
Which area of Athens has the most wine bars?
The Koukaki neighbourhood near the Acropolis Museum has the highest concentration of quality wine bars, including Materia Prima. The Exarchia neighbourhood is home to Warehouse and Pharaoh — more bohemian and local in atmosphere. The city centre around Syntagma has By the Glass and Heteroclito. All are within easy walking distance or a short taxi ride from central Athens.
Do Athens wine bars serve food?
Yes, almost all quality wine bars in Athens serve food alongside their wines. Materia Prima is famous for artisanal Greek cheeses from small island producers. By the Glass serves refined bistro dishes. Pharaoh specialises in traditional Greek recipes cooked on wood-fired stoves. Vintage Wine Bar is considered one of the best restaurants in Athens. Food portions are typically designed for sharing and pairing with wine.
When is the best time to visit wine bars in Athens?
Most Athens wine bars open from 6pm onwards and are busiest Thursday through Saturday evenings. For a quieter, more intimate experience, visit on weekday evenings when sommeliers have more time to guide you through the wine list. Summer evenings are magical with outdoor seating — Warehouse’s Valtetsiou Street tables and By the Glass’s arcade garden are particularly atmospheric. Always book in advance for weekend visits.
