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Prima House Restaurant-Tavern

Strovolos · Nicosia · €€€ · ★ 4.4 (113) on Google · Local favourite

Accepts table requests

Old-school Strovolos tavern grilling Cypriot souvlaki, sieftalia and signature antikristo, with live music nights and a warm, cozy atmosphere.

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Family Friendly Traditional Local Favourite Good for Groups Budget Friendly Live Music Excellent Service Good Value Late Night

Prima House Restaurant-Tavern is a family-run Cypriot taverna in Strovolos, Nicosia, that captures the spirit of the classic 1990s neighbourhood tavern. Regulars praise the grill: perfectly charred, juicy souvlaki, sieftalia, pastourma and halloumi, served with soft, fluffy pita, creamy tzatziki, golden fries and those beloved traditional potatoes. As soon as you sit, a plate of fresh vegetables arrives to start the meal.

The house specialty is antikristo, slow-grilled lamb typically available on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday and best pre-ordered so you don't miss out. The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, with music kept at just the right level and live music on select evenings such as Thursdays. Diners consistently note friendly, fast service, generous portions and reasonable, good-value prices.

Open for lunch and dinner from Monday to Saturday and closed on Sundays, it's an easygoing spot for a relaxed Friday night, a casual grilled-meat feast or a get-together with friends and family in an authentic Cypriot setting.

What guests say

✓ Excellent, perfectly grilled meats and outstanding food overall
✓ Cozy, welcoming atmosphere reminiscent of old 1990s Cypriot taverns
✓ Friendly, fast and helpful service
✓ Generous portions at fair, reasonable prices
✓ Music kept at a pleasant level plus live music on some nights
✓ Complimentary plate of fresh vegetables served on arrival
✕ Limited on-site parking (though street parking is available a short walk away)

Order this: Antikristo (house specialty, pre-order; served Tue/Thu/Sat), Souvlaki, Sieftalia, Traditional potatoes, Halloumi, Pastourma, Pita with tzatziki and fries

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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 12:00-15:00 & 18:00-00:00
Tuesday 12:00-15:00 & 18:00-00:00
Wednesday 12:00-15:00 & 18:00-00:00
Thursday 12:00-15:00 & 18:00-00:00
Friday 12:00-15:00 & 18:00-00:00
Saturday 12:00-15:00 & 18:00-00:00
Sunday Closed

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E927 31B, Strovolos, Lefkosia 2043, Cyprus

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