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Qué comer en Tesalónica

Thessaloniki is famed for its street‑food culture and hearty local specialties, mixing Ottoman, Balkan and Greek influences. The city’s markets and waterfront tavernas make eating cheap and social.

Platos locales que probar

Bougatsa

A sweet or savory custard‑filled pastry, sold in bakeries for breakfast.

Gyros

Thinly sliced meat in pita with tomato, onion and tzatziki, found at street stalls city‑wide.

Soutzoukakia

Minced meat balls in tomato‑cumin sauce, served in tavernas for lunch or dinner.

Patsas

Hearty beef tripe soup, a late‑night comfort food in traditional tavernas.

Koulouri

Sesame‑coated bread ring sold from carts, a quick snack any time.

Stafidopsomo

Small sweet raisin loaf, often eaten with coffee.

Roasted chestnuts

Warm chestnuts sold from street carts in winter evenings.

Boiled corn

Fresh corn on the cob, grilled or boiled from summer stalls.

Dónde comer

1
Valaoritou Street
Bar‑café corridor with crepes, gyros and bougatsa.
2
Modiano Market
Indoor market offering fresh fish, souvlaki and local pastries.
3
Nikis Avenue waterfront
Seafront tavernas serve grilled seafood, soutzoukakia and ouzo.

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Consejos para comer fuera

Meal times: lunch 13:00‑15:00, dinner after 20:00.
Tip 5‑10 % in tavernas; cash is preferred.
No reservations needed for street food, but call ahead for larger groups in popular tavernas.