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Pinia Restaurant

Protaras · Pernera · Famagusta · €€€ · 4.7 (619) on Google · Local favourite

Accepts table requests

Closed now · Today 12:30-22:30

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

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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.

What guests say

Authentic, flavourful traditional Cypriot food
Generous portions
Friendly, attentive staff and engaging owner
Warm local bread served on arrival
Great value, including a nice dry house white wine
Consistent quality over many years of visits
Lamb chops came overcooked despite a request for rare
Advertised live music had not started as expected during one visit
Meze only served from 8pm on Fridays
Some road-facing tables felt less than ideal

Order this: Kleftiko (slow-cooked lamb), Lamb chops, Moussaka, Afelia, Fried feta with honey

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How busy it gets

Usually busiest 20:00-22:00, booking ahead helps (estimate)

Before 7pm or after 9:30pm is usually the relaxed window.

Hours

Monday 17:30-22:00
Tuesday 12:30-15:30 & 17:30-22:30
Wednesday 12:30-15:30 & 17:30-22:30
Thursday 12:30-22:30
Friday 12:30-15:30 & 17:30-22:30
Saturday 12:30-15:30 & 17:30-23:00
Sunday 12:30-16:00 & 18:00-22:00

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Perneras Ave, Paralimni, Ammochostos 5295, Cyprus

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