Pinia Restaurant

Name: Pinia Restaurant
Address: Perneras Ave, Paralimni, Ammochostos 5295, Cyprus, Protaras, CY
Telephone: +35723831004
Price range: €€€

Protaras · Pernera · Famagusta · €€€ · ★ 4.7 (667) on Google · Local favourite

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Open now · Today 17:30-22:30

Family-run traditional Cypriot restaurant in Pernera, Protaras, famed for slow-cooked kleftiko, generous portions and warm, friendly service.

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Photographs by Sebastian Semeth, Pawel Husar, Noga Kopfstein, Dominik Matějíček, Anna Machnicka, via Google

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Family Friendly Tourist Friendly Traditional Local Favourite Hidden Gem Good for Groups Budget Friendly Outdoor Seating Live Music Excellent Service Good Value

Tucked into the quiet Pernera area near Protaras, Pinia Restaurant is a family-run Cypriot institution loved by locals and returning visitors alike. Diners are welcomed with warm local bread and a relaxed, traditional atmosphere, with tables set outdoors and staff known for remembering guests by name. The kitchen turns out authentic Cypriot and Greek classics, with slow-cooked lamb kleftiko drawing particular praise, alongside afelia, moussaka, lamb chops, grilled calamari and hearty meze.

Portions are famously generous, so come with an appetite, and the well-priced house wine offers excellent value. Many guests note this is where locals eat rather than a tourist-oriented spot, and live Cypriot music adds to the evening on weekends. Holding a 4.7 rating from over 600 Google reviews, Pinia is open for dinner most evenings and adds weekend lunch service on Saturdays and Sundays.

Whether you are celebrating with family or seeking a genuine taste of Cyprus, it delivers heartfelt cooking and gracious hospitality. Booking ahead is recommended, especially on live-music nights.