Taverna Folia in full
Folia — 'the nest' — is in the centre of Skiathos Town, seated under old trees and heavy foliage in an alley that feels much further from the main drag than it is. Dinner in that alley on a Saturday night is the experience reviewers keep describing.
It is family-run, and the sourcing is part of the pitch: self-pressed olive oil, and vegetables, meat and fish bought locally. The cooking is Greek and Mediterranean, with sardines, moussaka and grilled squid the three orders reviewers most often recommend.
The ratings are consistent and good — 4.6 on Google, 4.5 on Restaurant Guru across 694 reviews, 4.4 on Tripadvisor across 467. Service is repeatedly called fast, and the staff are described as working hard and staying positive even under pressure, which is not a given in August. Prices are called affordable.
The dissenting reviews are specific rather than sweeping: grilled octopus that tasted pan-cooked rather than grilled, and a Greek salad made with tired vegetables. Not a pattern, but worth knowing which dishes to be careful with.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6 | — | ||
| Tripadvisor | 4.4 | 467 | #75 of 296 in Skiathos Town |
| Restaurant Guru | 4.5 | 694 |
Third-party aggregates recorded 2026-08-16. They change continuously — check current reviews before booking.
What to order at Taverna Folia
- Sardines
- Moussaka
- Grilled squid
Who it suits
- Value
- Traditional food
- Families
- Atmosphere
Know before you go
- A few reports of the octopus being pan-cooked rather than grilled
Practical information
Contact and booking
Details change. Check with the restaurant before you go.
Frequently asked questions
Is Taverna Folia worth visiting?
A family taverna in a central alley, tables under old trees and thick foliage. Own-pressed oil, local produce, fast service and honest prices. We score it 8.6 out of 10 overall, with food at 8/10 and setting at 8/10.
What is Taverna Folia rated?
As of 2026-08-16, Taverna Folia was rated 4.6 on Google, 4.4 on Tripadvisor across 467 reviews, 4.5 on Restaurant Guru across 694 reviews. These are third-party aggregate scores and change continuously.
What should I order at Taverna Folia?
The dishes reviewers name most often are Sardines, Moussaka, Grilled squid.
Do I need to book Taverna Folia?
Advisable in high season. Bookings are taken by telephone.
How expensive is Taverna Folia?
Affordable — a recurring theme in reviews. On our scale it is €€ — mid-range taverna pricing.
Where is Taverna Folia?
Central alley, Skiathos Town, on Skiathos in the Sporades, Greece.
Does Taverna Folia have a website?
No website of its own was found as of 2026-08-16. Its Instagram is @tavernafolia. Bookings and enquiries go by telephone.
