Taverna Stamatis in full
Stamatis has a lovely position overlooking the old port, and when it is on form the reviews are warm: delicious food, great value, superb views, perfectly cooked shrimp and chicken souvlaki, and a house Stamatis salad that regulars order every visit. The lamb kleftiko with local wine gets specific praise.
The problem is consistency, and it is significant enough that we cannot recommend it without a warning. Tripadvisor scores it 3.7 across 279 reviews — one of the lowest figures in this guide — with a second listing showing 3.5. The critical reviews are specific rather than vague: slow service, food not matching expectations, no replacement offered for unsatisfactory dishes while still being charged for them, and staff who become hard to attract once the food has landed, including when you want to pay.
That is a pattern rather than a couple of bad nights, and it is the kind of pattern that tends to indicate a floor operation under strain rather than a kitchen problem.
Included here because a complete guide should include the misses as well as the hits. If you are drawn by the view, Anemos and Scala occupy similar ground on the same harbour with markedly better records.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.0 | — | ||
| Tripadvisor | 3.7 | 279 | #166 of 299 in Skiathos Town |
Third-party aggregates recorded 2026-08-16. They change continuously — check current reviews before booking.
What to order at Taverna Stamatis
- Stamatis salad
- Lamb kleftiko
- Chicken souvlaki
Who it suits
- Harbour views
Know before you go
- Among the weakest service records in this guide
- Reports of being charged for dishes sent back
- Slow to bring the bill
Practical information
Contact and booking
Details change. Check with the restaurant before you go.
Frequently asked questions
Is Taverna Stamatis worth visiting?
A seaside taverna overlooking the old port with superb views and genuinely divided opinion about everything else. Included for completeness and honesty. We score it 6.8 out of 10 overall, with food at 6/10 and setting at 9/10.
What is Taverna Stamatis rated?
As of 2026-08-16, Taverna Stamatis was rated 4.0 on Google, 3.7 on Tripadvisor across 279 reviews. These are third-party aggregate scores and change continuously.
What should I order at Taverna Stamatis?
The dishes reviewers name most often are Stamatis salad, Lamb kleftiko, Chicken souvlaki.
Do I need to book Taverna Stamatis?
Not usually necessary. Bookings are taken by telephone.
How expensive is Taverna Stamatis?
Good value when it goes well. On our scale it is €€ — mid-range taverna pricing.
Where is Taverna Stamatis?
Overlooking the old port, Skiathos Town, on Skiathos in the Sporades, Greece.
Does Taverna Stamatis 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.
