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Takis Place Beer-Restaurant

Sofokli Venizelou 48, Rethymno 741 33, Greece · Mediterranean restaurant · 4.4/5 Google (701 reviews)

Reservations · Delivery · Takeout · Outdoor seating

Beachfront Greek taverna with a huge beer list and full sunbed service; tasty crowd-pleasers and warm hospitality, but service and quality vary and some beach-staff rudeness reports.

Restaurant Summary

Right on the promenade, Takis Place blends a beach bar and taverna vibe with rows of comfortable sunbeds and a sea view that does the selling. Service is often warm and playful—servers put matches on the TV, share raki at the end, and keep beers flowing—though a few reports call out abrupt beach-staff interactions. One diner summed up the mood as "we came for a beer, stayed for lunch and more beers," a common story on this busy beachfront strip. However, there are some review authenticity concerns suggesting certain reviews may be solicited or influenced. The cooking leans classic Greek with a broad menu: lamb chops and kleftiko, steamed mussels, gyros, pizzas, and meze. When it hits, plates are generous and satisfying; several guests praised flavorful lamb dishes and simple seafood done right. Misses tend to be chewy squid, heavy seafood pizza, or a bland moussaka, with management sometimes defensive rather than adaptive. The extensive beer lineup is a real draw for enthusiasts, fitting a casual, sun-soaked meal more than a fine-dining moment. Families do well here thanks to kid-friendly staples like pizza, pasta, gyros, and burgers, plus easygoing beach service. There is no kids menu noted, but portions are shareable and the setting suits stroller-age to teens. Do expect a minimum spend for the free sunbeds, and if your crew is sensitive to seafood textures or strong flavors, steer toward gyros, pasta, or grilled meats.

At a Glance

What Sets It Apart

What People Love

Points of Concern

Service & Dining Experience

Service StyleTable Service Average Cost€28-42 per person ReservationsRecommended

What to Order

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Location Insights

Area: Busy beachfront promenade catering to tourists and locals; casual beach vibe with bars, tavernas and sunbeds.

Safety: Generally safe, high foot traffic; daylight and evening bustle; occasional petty hassles typical of tourist strips.

Nearby: Directly across organized beach zone; multiple rival beach bars, hotels, and sports screens nearby.

Practical Information

Opening Hours

Monday10:00–23:00 Tuesday10:00–23:00 Wednesday10:00–23:00 Thursday10:00–23:00 Friday10:00–23:00 Saturday10:00–23:00 Sunday10:00–23:00

Available: Reservations, Delivery, Takeout, Outdoor seating

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