Frequent travelers will tell you, the best way to truly discover a place is to connect with the locals and live – albeit briefly – like one. That’s exactly the idea behind Locaλs, located in the heart of Naxos Town. A place that invites you to dive into the Naxian way of life, all day, every day, through flavors that carry the strong imprint of the island, blended with the fresh, cosmopolitan air of a modern Mediterranean destination like Naxos.
Locaλs immediately catches the eye with its striking aesthetic: clean, elegant lines, pastel tones, natural materials, and thoughtful design details that create a unique atmosphere of warm hospitality and refined simplicity. Whether you’re starting your day, making a midday stop, or winding down at night, this is your go-to spot.
Start your morning with a specialty coffee from Area51, served in handmade ceramic mugs that elevate the experience. Pair it with hearty breakfast options like traditional kagianas (scrambled eggs with tomato) or sour cream cheese from Naxos, avocado, cherry tomatoes, and soft-boiled eggs with smoked pancetta or salmon, all served on fresh sourdough. Or go for the creamy Naxian yogurt with homemade granola, seasonal fruits, honey, and nuts for a flavorful energy boost.
Throughout the day, Locaλs keeps hunger at bay with modern takes on local ingredients, like a green salad with quinoa, Naxian arseniko cheese, avocado, fresh onion, pumpkin seeds, and a ginger-lemon dressing. Or try the juicy burger made with Naxian beef, iceberg lettuce, tomato, cucumber, cheddar cheese, and a generous side of Naxian fries.
If you’re into snacking while sipping your drink, you’re in the right place. A rich platter of local cheeses and cold cuts or a perfectly baked pinsa pairs wonderfully with local spirits like psimeni raki or Kitron of Naxos, the island’s famous citrus liqueur, made from the aromatic leaves of the citron tree. Add to that a carefully curated wine list featuring both local and nationwide Greek vineyards, and you’ve got a tasting journey worth savoring.
Spritz lovers, rejoice, Locaλs is a revelation. Try the Aquamarine with bergamot, green apple, citrus, cucumber, and Martini Prosecco, or the Ruby Cooler with melon, local red wine, and sour cherry soda, true gems of fine drinking. Even the cocktails celebrate local flavors, like the Crocus Pocus with mandarin-infused vodka, yellow citron liqueur, and Naxian saffron, or the Citron Negroni with citron- and honey-infused gin, vermouth, and diktamo (a native Cretan herb), perfect for those carefree summer nights, the Naxian way.
A true landmark in Naxos’ local food and drink culture, Locaλs and its people welcome you to discover the hidden, but essential, side of island life. All you have to do is sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride.
The Locαλs
Protopapadaki Street, Νaxos, tel. +302285026789
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