End your Sami day at a harbourfront taverna where the catch was landed that morning — cephalopods grilled over charcoal, sea bream baked in rock salt, and local Robola white wine poured cold. Pure, unhurried Ionian dining.
What to expect
Sit directly on the quay as fishing boats bob a few metres away. Start with grilled octopus and taramasalata, move to a whole fresh fish or classic lobster pasta, and close with local honey cake. The Robola grape — unique to Kefalonia — produces a crisp, mineral white that pairs perfectly with every course. Service is warm, unhurried, and genuinely Greek.
Good to know
The taverna is a 5-minute walk from the port. Reserve your table by email or phone before your cruise departs to ensure a harbourview spot. Lunch typically runs 13:00–15:30; confirm your all-aboard time and allow 30 minutes to stroll back to the ship. Dress is smart-casual.
More to do in Sami
- Melissani Cave: Private Boat Tour of the Cave of the Nymphs
- Ithaca Day Cruise: Gidaki Beach Swim & Vathy Exploration
- Drogarati Cave: Private Guided Tour of the Great Stalactite Chamber
- Antisamos Beach: Private Half-Day with Sea-Kayak & Snorkel
- Ancient Acropolis of Sami: Private Guided Hilltop History Walk