The best seafood restaurants in Skiathos

Skiathos is a fishing island and the seafood is the reason a lot of people come. The distinction that matters is between restaurants that serve fish and restaurants that source it — and the second group is smaller than the menus suggest.

Mouria lands its fish from the family's own boat. Kabourelias opened the first ouzo taverna in the Old Port in 1969 and remains where locals go for fish mezze. Akrogiali sits directly on the water and is busy with residents as well as visitors, which is the compliment that counts.

Prices for fresh fish are usually by weight and can climb quickly — ask what the catch costs per kilo before agreeing, which is normal practice and not rude.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best seafood restaurant in Skiathos?

Scala Restaurant Bar on the Old Port terrace, which holds 4.9 on Google — the highest of any restaurant in this guide — with king prawns and seafood risotto the dishes reviewers name most. Akrogiali is the better-value alternative directly on the water.

How much is fresh fish in Skiathos?

Fresh fish is typically priced by the kilo and is the most expensive thing on most taverna menus. Ask the price per kilo and roughly what your fish weighs before it is cooked — this is standard practice on the island.