Psistaria i Deryneia (nea Salamina)

Psistaria i Deryneia (also known as Nea Salamina) is a village-style grill house on Eleftherias Street in Deryneia, in the Famagusta district. True to its name ("psistaria" means grill house), the menu centres on charcoal-grilled Cypriot classics: chicken and pork souvlaki, sheftalia, and pork chops, often served with fresh-cut fries and accompanied by traditional sides like ospri (pulses) and halloumi. Regulars highlight generous portions and reasonably priced house wine served by the carafe.

The setting is a typical Cyprus village tavern with a casual, unpretentious feel, and the family-run team is often described as warm and friendly. Reviews are mixed on consistency: some visits deliver standout, authentic flavours, while others report drier meat or slower service during busy or understaffed periods. Vegetarian choices are limited.

Open for lunch and dinner most days, with shorter Sunday hours, it suits diners looking for an unfussy, budget-friendly taste of traditional Cypriot grilled fare.