Skiathos Olive Thea in full
Olive Thea sits up on the hills above Katsarou, inland from the Achladies side of the island, and the view is the reason it exists: an unbroken panorama over Skopelos, Tsougria and the smaller islands. Reviewers reach for phrases like 'food of the gods in the gods', which tells you how much the setting dominates the experience.
The single most useful practical fact is that it runs a complimentary pick-up and drop-off service. Getting to a hilltop restaurant on Skiathos usually means a taxi each way or a nervous drive on unlit roads; Olive Thea removes that, and it is the reason a lot of people who would otherwise stay in town make the trip.
The cooking is Mediterranean with Greek roots and generally earns praise for taste and variety, scoring 4.4 on both Google and Restaurant Guru across a substantial 1,909 reviews.
Two consistent criticisms temper it: service is reported as inconsistent, and a minority find it overpriced. At 4.3 on Tripadvisor and #82 of 298 it is good rather than exceptional — you are buying the view and the transport, with a capable kitchen behind them.
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 | — | #82 of 298 |
| Restaurant Guru | 4.4 | 1,909 |
Third-party aggregates recorded 2026-08-16. They change continuously — check current reviews before booking.
What to order at Skiathos Olive Thea
- Mediterranean grills
- Sunset over Skopelos
Who it suits
- Views
- Special occasion
- No car needed — they collect you
- Sunset
Know before you go
- Service reported as inconsistent
- Some find it overpriced
- Remote — use the pick-up service
Practical information
Contact and booking
Details change. Check with the restaurant before you go.
Frequently asked questions
Is Skiathos Olive Thea worth visiting?
High in the hills at Katsarou with a panorama across to Skopelos and Tsougria — and a free pick-up and drop-off service that solves the getting-there problem entirely. We score it 8.4 out of 10 overall, with food at 8/10 and setting at 10/10.
What is Skiathos Olive Thea rated?
As of 2026-08-16, Skiathos Olive Thea was rated 4.4 on Google, 4.3 on Tripadvisor, 4.4 on Restaurant Guru across 1,909 reviews. These are third-party aggregate scores and change continuously.
What should I order at Skiathos Olive Thea?
The dishes reviewers name most often are Mediterranean grills, Sunset over Skopelos.
Do I need to book Skiathos Olive Thea?
Essential — and arrange the free pick-up when you book. Bookings are taken by telephone.
How expensive is Skiathos Olive Thea?
Upper-mid; some reviewers find it dear. On our scale it is €€€ — the upper bracket for Skiathos.
Where is Skiathos Olive Thea?
Hills above Katsarou, inland south Skiathos, on Skiathos in the Sporades, Greece.
Does Skiathos Olive Thea have a website?
No website of its own was found as of 2026-08-16. It does run a Facebook page. Bookings and enquiries go by telephone.
