The Best Restaurant in Chania for Fresh Seafood & Mediterranean Flavors

RESTAURANT IN CHANIA BY THE OLD HARBOR

Palazzo Al Mare is a renowned restaurant in Chania, known for its exceptional dining experience, fresh seafood, and breathtaking views of the Venetian Harbour. Here, fine dining is reimagined—where Mediterranean flavors, Cretan tradition, and premium wines come together by the sea. Slow down, take a sip, and indulge in a unique gastronomic journey in the heart of Chania.

Meat

Fish

Wine

CHANIA’S HISTORY MEETS SEASIDE FINE DINING

Palazzo Al Mare, the best restaurant in Chania Harbour, sits right across from the historic lighthouse that has guarded the sea entrance since 1570. Housed in a former carpentry shop from the late 19th century, our restaurant blends heritage with elegance. As you enjoy your lunch or dinner, look around and take in the multicultural influences that surround you—the Venetian harbor, the Turkish Mosque Giali Tzamisi, the Byzantine walls of Castello, and the endless blue of the Cretan Sea all shape the unique setting of your dining experience.

WHERE FOOD IS ART AND CRETAN FLAVORS ELEVATE FINE DINING IN CHANIA

CREATIVE CUISINE,
INSPIRED COMBINATIONS

WHERE FOOD IS ART AND CRETAN FLAVORS ELEVATE FINE DINING IN CHANIA

CREATIVE CUISINE, INSPIRED COMBINATIONS

Seaside Splendour

PALAZZO AL MARE’S FRESH SEAFOOD EXPERIENCE

Savor the finest treasures of the Mediterranean with a seafood menu featuring fresh, expertly grilled fish of the day and signature dishes like lobster linguine. Join us at Palazzo Al Mare, the best restaurant in Chania Harbour, and indulge in a fine dining experience by the sea. Let the gentle breeze and stunning harbor views turn every bite into an unforgettable moment.

Seaside Splendour

PALAZZO AL MARE’S FRESH SEAFOOD EXPERIENCE

RAISE YOUR GLASS TO ROMANCE AND FLAVOR

WITH THE SOUND OF THE WAVES BESIDE YOU..

RAISE YOUR GLASS TO ROMANCE AND FLAVOR

WITH THE SOUND OF THE WAVES BESIDE YOU..

PRIVATE DINING FOR YOUR BIG MOMENTS

LET US HOST YOUR SPECIAL OCCASIONS

PRIVATE DINING FOR
YOUR BIG MOMENTS

LET US HOST YOUR SPECIAL OCCASIONS

THEY SAID ABOUT US

Perfect location with views over the harbour. Food slightly more expensive than other establishments but not only are you paying for the location and view, but the food is of a greater level than you typically get in the traditional restaurants.

Peter R

Would recommend here, the food was unbelievable, staff professional and lovely wine. Probably more expensive than other places but worth it.

oliviacV6120SV

Wonderful experience all round. Perfect environment. Wasnt rushed. Very attentive and friendly staff.

GregS909

My god this place is awesome. I’ve had ribs all over the world and this place tops them all - so big they look like they’ve come from Jurassic park, fall off the bone juicy and with a great classic BBQ sauce.

MilesRandall

We had a great lunch at the harbor. Food and service was absolutely top. Don't expect a typical tourist place, this is delicious.

Toleranzen

Ok so when you come to the tourist bit you expect cheap food expensive bill…… NOT here my husband and I have traveled all over the Worldand eaten and drank in 7* restaurant (Dubai) We have had some amazing food and wine with the best setting and lovely service. Thank u xx.

658deborah

This restaurant has the best, freshest, most innovative food in Chania Port. Not a typical tourist restaurant. Michael, our waiter (with the blue eyes) took great care, recommending dishes. We went back twice to experience the food. Highly recommend.

Therese L

Very nice restaurant (amongst so many, one after the other) facing the sea. Quite touristic (but this one is a bit more classy than some). Friendly and efficient service and good food. To be recommended.

YaelSwitzerland

After a bad experience, a local recommended to us this place and everything was amazing! Fresh sea food (in other places was frozen), very tasty beef & amazing desserts. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Overall, great experience at a good price.

Elenna228

The place must be call haven not palazzo its so good from strat to finish..the service the foot the manners the view ...and most specifically Michael..thank you for having me.

C2248KA_

It's not the cheapest restaurant on the harbour front, but the food was amazing and the portions very generous. The outdoor seating was comfortable, with excellent views over the harbour. We weren't staying in Chania, but after visiting it once earlier in our trip, we made a point of returning on our way to the airport.

336rebag

Great restaurant in the harbour. Beautiful views. Reasonably priced food and drinks with prompt service. I particularly enjoyed the grilled squid. A special thanks to Michael for being so kind and professional. Highly recommend this restaurant.

Gerardluke

One of the best restaurants on the venetian harbour in Chania. The food is so unique and has the most delicious flavors, the staff are helpful with recommending local wine that pairs perfectly with the food. The view is spectacular at sunset and in the evening. A must visit when in Chania!

Chrisyle

      EXCELLENT  
   Based on 7697 reviews 
    
 
 
 
   
 
 
       Posted on Google  
   
   Patrik Granlund 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This place is really good,even amazing. The personnel was really professional and really knowledgeable regarding the food and what to drink to it. A friendly warning. The desserts are huge and unless you huge appetite left after the food
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Bohdana Veprovska 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Na mně trochu přelidněno, ale restaurace krásná, obsluha milá a rychlá... Příjemný zážitek
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Emma Payne 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We went to Chania when a storm had hit the region, but sitting outside in the veranda was still lovely. We had heaters to keep us warm and the most amazing food. Beautiful presented - the best restaurant we went to on our holiday!
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   emmanuel rodot 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 28 octobre 2026 jour de fête
Un repas qui commence sec et qui se termine sous des trombes d'eau...repli des tables de la terrasse. Sous les gouttes excellent lamb et son aubergine farcie. Poulet aux legumes
Moment juste insolite mais service incroyable et tres prévenant. Professionnel et très commerçant. Dessert et Raki offert.
Turamisu ++
A faire sous le soleil !
On vous conseille
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   giannis zografos 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Υπέροχο μαγαζί.το σέρβις άψογο το φαγητό καταπληκτικό και η τοποθεσία υπέροχη
  
 
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   Chr Is 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wir waren zum Mittagessen im Palazzo al Mare.

Leckeres Essen, tolles Ambiente und ein hervorragender Service. Besonders Anna Maria war unglaublich freundlich und sehr aufmerksam. Ein schönes Extra ist der Gruß aus der Küche vor der Rechnung...eine liebevolle Geste, die den Besuch perfekt abrundet. Absolut empfehlenswert!
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Bolboreta 0_0 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ana Maria
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Jean-Paul Renouprez 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thank you Ana Maria !  Sardines amazing.

THEY SAID
ABOUT US

Palazzo Al Mare

ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!
I could not fault this restaurant and experience.
We had an amazing view of the lighthouse and bay just as the sun was setting. The staff were very nice and made sure we had everything we wanted.
We had shrimps and mussels for starters and they were gorgeous. For mains we had pasta cooked in front of us in a wheel of cheese! UNREAL!!
We were absolutely stuffed but the food was that nice we had to stretch ourselves to a dessert. We had the Chocolate Soufflé and OH WOW!
Would recommend this restaurant to everyone visiting Chania

YorkshireRoseTravels

I have been here a few times and never disappoints me. The service is great. I have tried almost everything on the menu and I love it. I guess I consider myself a regular here even though I don’t live in the area so I come maybe every few months. They have a very nice selection of wines but I always drink either Tsikoudaki or ouzo. I must admit that I like their fish and seafood choices better than the meats. It’s because I am sitting next to the ocean. The location is perfect. It was a bit cooler yesterday but they use those gas heating lamps and it was great to seat outdoors. I will not say much for the fast but just put the pictures and believe me the taste was amazing…

mtp1970

Peter R

We ate here on our last meal in Chania and we saved the best for last! Our hotel recommended this place and we are so thankful they did. The view was amazing, we sat outside with a view of the lighthouse. The lamb was the winner for the evening, even over the wagu beef my husband ordered. The owner, George, let us know it was his mothers recipe, which was so sweet b/c it reminded my husband of his mothers lamb. Everything was so good, including the service. They had very good wine options and we highly recommend this place if you are in Chania.

annenshields

Would recommend here, the food was unbelievable, staff professional and lovely wine. Probably more expensive than other places but worth it.

oliviacV6120SV

So as I submit this review Palazzo is 46th in chania- wow there must some very special places in chania because this is great! Located at the far end of the harbour by the water it’s an obvious tourist trap. The difference? These guys care. Happy to tell you don’t order that you will be disappointed but this instead. We had their amazing truffled beef pasta and salt crusted sea bass. Lots of theatre but equally brilliantly executed. You pay for the location (obviously) but the service is spot on the wine was fantastic- the Greeks have finally woken up! and food was worth what we paid for it and more. Unhesitatingly would I recommend this to trip advisor users. It won’t be the cheapest meal you eat in Crete but you will remember it for it’s quality not only it’s setting!

simonh643

Wonderful experience all round. Perfect environment. Wasnt rushed. Very attentive and friendly staff.

GregS909

MilesRandall

We had a great lunch at the harbor. Food and service was absolutely top. Don't expect a typical tourist place, this is delicious.

Toleranzen

658deborah

Therese L

YaelSwitzerland

Elenna228

The place must be call haven not palazzo its so good from strat to finish..the service the foot the manners the view ...and most specifically Michael..thank you for having me.

C2248KA_

336rebag

Gerardluke

Palazzo Al Mare is one the many harborfront restaurants, which appear largely touristy and wher you don’t expect a memorable dining experience. But Palazzo al Mare surprised us. After an uninspiring start with greek dips, we had a very solid (and inexpensive) sea bass in salt crust, and a really great Picanha steak. It was tender, with a perfect sear and medium rare inside. This was a piece of meat that you may expect in a top level US steakhouse, but that we did not at all except to be served in Chania.

The service was very good and friendly, and prices really reasonable. All in all a very pleasant dining experience.

Michael-Traveller-JP

Chrisyle

Outstanding restaurant with impressive menu on the waterfront in the Venetian port. Manager Giorgios has a strong command of local wines paired with exquisite seafood dishes. The Lavraki baked in sea salt is to die for and comes with boiled greens..washing it down with a Grand Reserve Assyrtiko will send you to heaven if you’re lucky enough to score a front table as the sun kisses the horizon in the early evening.

KayvanGlobal

      EXCELLENT  
   Based on 7697 reviews 
    
 
 
 
   
 
 
       Posted on Google  
   
   Patrik Granlund 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This place is really good,even amazing. The personnel was really professional and really knowledgeable regarding the food and what to drink to it. A friendly warning. The desserts are huge and unless you huge appetite left after the food
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Bohdana Veprovska 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Na mně trochu přelidněno, ale restaurace krásná, obsluha milá a rychlá... Příjemný zážitek
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Emma Payne 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We went to Chania when a storm had hit the region, but sitting outside in the veranda was still lovely. We had heaters to keep us warm and the most amazing food. Beautiful presented - the best restaurant we went to on our holiday!
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   emmanuel rodot 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 28 octobre 2026 jour de fête
Un repas qui commence sec et qui se termine sous des trombes d'eau...repli des tables de la terrasse. Sous les gouttes excellent lamb et son aubergine farcie. Poulet aux legumes
Moment juste insolite mais service incroyable et tres prévenant. Professionnel et très commerçant. Dessert et Raki offert.
Turamisu ++
A faire sous le soleil !
On vous conseille
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   giannis zografos 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Υπέροχο μαγαζί.το σέρβις άψογο το φαγητό καταπληκτικό και η τοποθεσία υπέροχη
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Chr Is 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wir waren zum Mittagessen im Palazzo al Mare.

Leckeres Essen, tolles Ambiente und ein hervorragender Service. Besonders Anna Maria war unglaublich freundlich und sehr aufmerksam. Ein schönes Extra ist der Gruß aus der Küche vor der Rechnung...eine liebevolle Geste, die den Besuch perfekt abrundet. Absolut empfehlenswert!
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Bolboreta 0_0 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ana Maria
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Jean-Paul Renouprez 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thank you Ana Maria !  Sardines amazing.

The Best Restaurant in Chania for Fresh Seafood & Mediterranean Flavors

RESTAURANT IN CHANIA BY THE OLD HARBOR

Meat

Fish

Wine

CHANIA’S HISTORY MEETS SEASIDE FINE DINING

WHERE FOOD IS ART AND CRETAN FLAVORS ELEVATE FINE DINING IN CHANIA

CREATIVE CUISINE,
INSPIRED COMBINATIONS

WHERE FOOD IS ART AND CRETAN FLAVORS ELEVATE FINE DINING IN CHANIA

CREATIVE CUISINE, INSPIRED COMBINATIONS

Seaside Splendour

PALAZZO AL MARE’S FRESH SEAFOOD EXPERIENCE

Seaside Splendour

PALAZZO AL MARE’S FRESH SEAFOOD EXPERIENCE

RAISE YOUR GLASS TO ROMANCE AND FLAVOR

WITH THE SOUND OF THE WAVES BESIDE YOU..

RAISE YOUR GLASS TO ROMANCE AND FLAVOR

WITH THE SOUND OF THE WAVES BESIDE YOU..

PRIVATE DINING FOR YOUR BIG MOMENTS

LET US HOST YOUR SPECIAL OCCASIONS

PRIVATE DINING FOR
YOUR BIG MOMENTS

LET US HOST YOUR SPECIAL OCCASIONS

THEY SAID ABOUT US

THEY SAID
ABOUT US

Palazzo Al Mare

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