Kastro Beach Taverna in full
Kastro was the fortified medieval capital of Skiathos, abandoned in the nineteenth century, and its ruins sit on a dramatic rock headland on the exposed northern coast. The taverna on the beach below it is about as far from the resort strip as the island gets.
The food is simple, fresh and delightful — the phrasing reviewers keep reaching for. This is not a kitchen doing anything complicated, and the setting means it does not need to.
Two practical notes that come directly from reviews: it is cash only, and early in the season it can feel like a private beach. One reviewer calls it simply a great gem, which is the general tone.
Combine it with a walk around the Kastro ruins, which are genuinely worth seeing, and plan your transport — this is a long way from town on rough roads, and many people arrive by boat.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.4 | — | ||
| Tripadvisor | 4.3 | — |
Third-party aggregates recorded 2026-08-16. They change continuously — check current reviews before booking.
What to order at Kastro Beach Taverna
- Simple grilled fish
- Greek salad
Who it suits
- Day trips
- Ruins and history
- Escaping the crowds
- Swimming
Know before you go
- Cash only
- Remote — plan transport
- Seasonal
Practical information
Contact and booking
Details change. Check with the restaurant before you go.
Frequently asked questions
Is Kastro Beach Taverna worth visiting?
Beneath the ruins of the island's medieval capital on the wild northern coast. Simple, fresh food in a setting nothing else on Skiathos can match. We score it 8.6 out of 10 overall, with food at 8/10 and setting at 10/10.
What is Kastro Beach Taverna rated?
As of 2026-08-16, Kastro Beach Taverna was rated 4.4 on Google, 4.3 on Tripadvisor. These are third-party aggregate scores and change continuously.
What should I order at Kastro Beach Taverna?
The dishes reviewers name most often are Simple grilled fish, Greek salad.
Do I need to book Kastro Beach Taverna?
Not applicable — check it is open. Bookings are taken by telephone.
How expensive is Kastro Beach Taverna?
Cash only. On our scale it is €€ — mid-range taverna pricing.
Where is Kastro Beach Taverna?
Beach below the Kastro ruins, north coast, on Skiathos in the Sporades, Greece.
Does Kastro Beach Taverna have a website?
No website of its own was found as of 2026-08-16. Bookings and enquiries go by telephone.
