Old Limassol Restaurant

Old Limassol Restaurant is a family-owned traditional fish tavern and Mediterranean restaurant that has been open since 1963, and the restaurant has maintained a traditional feel and local taverna atmosphere rather than being overly modernized. It is a casual restaurant with a beautiful sea-view outdoor terrace where it is very peaceful to sit and listen to the waves while eating, and some people even dive in for a swim after their meal. 

The restaurant is right by the Mediterranean, so you really get that feeling of being by the sea while you are eating. Old Limassol Restaurant is popular with both locals and tourists. Locals are drawn to the fresh seafood, traditional taverna atmosphere and familiar Cypriot dishes, while tourists can enjoy an authentic seaside dining experience with beautiful views of the Mediterranean. It is also located in Agios Tychon on Amathountos Avenue, which makes it a very convenient spot for people staying along the Limassol coast. But I would say there are more locals dining here than tourists, which to me is a sign of a good restaurant because it shows that it keeps people coming back for something.

I would say the location and atmosphere are the biggest draws, while reviews are mixed when it comes to the food and service. Some people really enjoy the food and overall experience, while others have had issues with the service or felt the food was not as good as expected. So I would say it is one of those restaurants where you will see different opinions depending on the person and their experience.
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However, even though there are some mixed reviews, many people say how much they enjoy the food. Some of the favorites among customers are the grilled octopus, which is one of their signature dishes, red mullet and fresh sea bass. They also have other seafood options such as grilled squid, grilled shrimp and different types of fresh fish depending on what is available. If you enjoy fish, this is definitely the main reason to come here as seafood makes up most of the menu.

​But if seafood isn’t your thing and you still want to come eat and enjoy the great seaside views, they have other options such as many Cypriot starters and different types of meat, including burgers, pork kebab, chicken kebab and pork chops. You can also find traditional starters such as halloumi, tzatziki, tahini and village salad, so there are quite a few options even if you are not looking for fish. 

The atmosphere is probably one of the best parts about coming here. You can sit outside right by the water, enjoy the sea breeze and take your time with your meal. I think it is more of a place to come for a relaxed meal by the sea rather than somewhere you would go for a quick dinner. It is especially nice if you want to sit outside and enjoy the views while having a traditional Cypriot meal.
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Portion sizes are generally described as generous, and the prices are considered fair compared to other fish taverns in Cyprus. Overall, I would say Old Limassol Restaurant is mainly about the location, traditional fish taverna atmosphere and being able to enjoy a meal right next to the sea. The food and service may have mixed opinions, but the setting is something that is hard to beat if you are looking for a traditional seaside restaurant in the Limassol area.