Mietta's Review
A very accomodating place is Cafe Platia. Owner Les Sidaropoulos will always look after his local regulars and squeeze them in even when he is booked out. The cafe is bright and modern with its doors opening right out onto the busy street. Inside the tables are polished wood with linen napkins. The seafood is on display in front of the kitchen at the rear of the room. Chargrills are popular as well as risottos. Can't say that a Greek 'risotto' is necessarily a great dish. Best to stick with the traditional Greek-style dishes and to BYO here. The wine list is minimal.
Other published opinions
TheAge, SundayLife, Eatstreets, 17/9/2000, Carolyn Holbrook "Owner Les Sidaropoulos pumps up party atmosphere, modern design, smartly presented food, garlic laden dips, excellent bread, seafood pilaf, lamb chops."
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