Tucked into the historic old port of Naoussa, Barbarossa Restaurant offers a modern, sensory-rich take on authentic Aegean cuisine, made all the more immersive by its seaside setting and refined approach.
A Culinary Heritage Reimagined
Barbarossa’s kitchen blends history and innovation, serving recipes grounded in the traditional flavors of Paros and the Aegean—while using simple, high-quality local ingredients to tell a timeless culinary story.
Culinary Leadership and Vision
At the helm is Executive Chef Thanasis Kakaras, a graduate of the Le Monde Institute of Hotel and Tourism Studies. With a wealth of experience across Greece and Europe, he crafts cuisine that honors tradition with contemporary technique and artistic expression
Aegean Cuisine as an Art Form
Rooted in celebration of land and sea, Barbarossa’s dishes highlight the Aegean’s bounty—sun-ripe vegetables, fragrant herbs, olives, seafood, and citrus—all woven into a flavorful narrative of Mediterranean tradition.
Menu Highlights and Dining Formats
Brunch & Café Offerings
Barbarossa also operates a café—perfect for high-quality coffee and brunch. Expert baristas prepare everything from classic Americanos to Greek Freddo Espresso with care, complemented by thoughtfully curated brunch fare.
Dinner & Fine Dining
On the dinner front, the restaurant masterfully combines Aegean tradition with fine dining. Chef Dimitris Nikolis contributes his technical prowess—drawing inspiration from Asian cuisine while elevating ingredients like chickpeas, capers, and local fish into refined dishes.
In Summary
Barbarossa Restaurant in Naoussa is a sensory-rich, seaside celebration of Aegean flavors, refined techniques, and high-quality local produce. From brunch to evening fine dining—with sushi elements, Josper grilling, per-kilo sea offerings, and house-made desserts—it’s a well-rounded culinary destination bound to delight.
Find out more:
https://www.barbarossarestaurant.com/
