Vergiotiko

Vergiotiko is a restaurant at Thomaidou 2 in Veria. It draws travellers specifically for meat. Chef-owner Nikos Malliaras has featured in gastronomic coverage, including the FNL Guide, for Greek farm sourcing, aged steaks and careful cooking. Reviews also praise deep braises, such as short rib with trachanas and beef-cheek giouvetsi, and a standout burger. The room is casual but serious: a meat-focused table with an attentive wine list. Book if you want specific cuts. It is worth a detour when you are in Imathia for Vergina or the Vermio ski resorts; for a quick chop, a simpler grill on Alexandrou will do.

Opening hours: Monday to Saturday 1 pm–12:30 am, Sunday 1 pm–midnight. It is rated about 4.5 out of 5 from roughly 372 online reviews. Phone: +30 2331 074133. Grilled meats are made for sharing: order a few skewers or chops with salad, tzatziki and bread for the middle of the table, and book ahead for groups at weekends. On foot, it is easy to combine with a stroll along Mitropoleos Street, Raktivan (Clock) Square or Elia Park, with its views over the Imathia plain.