Johnny's Restaurant & Bar in full
Johnny's is a small family-run outdoor restaurant at Tzaneria Bay on the Kanapitsa peninsula. It ranks #1 of 7 in Kanapitsa and #7 of 274 across all of Skiathos — the strongest position of any venue this research found outside the town.
The cooking is Greek and Mediterranean. There is no elaborate concept and no view being sold; the ratings are doing all the talking, and 4.8 across 791 reviews is a very large sample holding a very high number.
It books out every night, and reservations are taken by WhatsApp — a small, telling detail. This is a restaurant with no website and no booking system that has solved the problem with a phone, and it works.
Our scores
These five scores are The Skiathos Guide editorial judgements derived from the consistent themes across this restaurant's published review record. They are not platform data — Google publishes a single star rating and no category breakdown.
Published ratings
| Platform | Score | Reviews | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tripadvisor | 4.8 | 791 | #1 of 7 in Kanapitsa, #7 of 274 in Skiathos |
Third-party aggregates recorded 2026-08-16. They change continuously — check current reviews before booking.
What to order at Johnny's Restaurant & Bar
- Greek and Mediterranean cooking
Who it suits
- Foodies
- Special occasion
- Value
- The best-rated option outside town
Know before you go
- Books out nightly — reserve well ahead
- WhatsApp booking only
- Small; limited covers
Practical information
Contact and booking
Details change. Check with the restaurant before you go.
Frequently asked questions
Is Johnny's Restaurant & Bar worth visiting?
4.8 across 791 reviews and ranked #7 on the whole island — the highest-rated restaurant found anywhere outside Skiathos Town. Books out every night. We score it 9.2 out of 10 overall, with food at 10/10 and setting at 8/10.
What is Johnny's Restaurant & Bar rated?
As of 2026-08-16, Johnny's Restaurant & Bar was rated 4.8 on Tripadvisor across 791 reviews. These are third-party aggregate scores and change continuously.
What should I order at Johnny's Restaurant & Bar?
The dishes reviewers name most often are Greek and Mediterranean cooking.
Do I need to book Johnny's Restaurant & Bar?
Essential — by WhatsApp. Bookings are taken by telephone.
How expensive is Johnny's Restaurant & Bar?
Mid-range. On our scale it is €€ — mid-range taverna pricing.
Where is Johnny's Restaurant & Bar?
Tzaneria Bay, Kanapitsa peninsula, on Skiathos in the Sporades, Greece.
Does Johnny's Restaurant & Bar have a website?
No website of its own was found as of 2026-08-16. Bookings and enquiries go by telephone.
