Our Tastes

Top-notch experience awaits guests at the hotel’s onsite restaurants with enchanting settings, Mediterranean inspired Cretan cuisine, fine service and panoramic view of the Cretan sea.

The Herb's Garden Restaurant

Located Just a few meters off 25th August Str in downtown Heraklion, Lato Boutique Hotel hides a very pleasant surprise for those who know where to look. The hotel’s roof garden is home to one of the most impressive rooftop restaurants with a sea view to Koules Venetian Sea Fortress. A discrete sign at the building’s entrance marks the spot for the beginning of a wonderful culinary journey that blends Greek homemade tastes with contemporary gourmet gastronomy on a charming terrace that makes you think you can touch the sky if you stretch out a bit.

Its dishes display an exquisite mix of traditional Greek cuisine with modern elements, including plenty of vegetarian choices prepared with the utmost attention to detail.

Synonymous with top-quality food the a la carte options redefine the rich heritage of Greek gastronomy. Savor traditional delicacies made with fresh seasonal ingredients. A menu that showcases contemporary Greek and Mediterranean cuisine along with a long list of both local and international labels and signature cocktails, makes it ideal for a very special night out in Heraklion.

After gaining experience in some of France’s prestigious and acclaimed kitchens, Chef Marios Theodorides is inspired by the Cretan nature and its extraordinary quality ingredients.

Menu curated by: Marios Theodorides
Open from April to the end of October.Open daily from 13:00 till 00:30 – Meals served from 13:00 till 23:00

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The Brillant Restaurant

Established in February 2007 in the city of Heraklion at Crete Island, Brillant Restaurant is located on the ground floor of well-known Lato Boutique Hotel. In Brillant you will have the ultimate Crete culinary experience choosing to have a lunch or dinner in a luxurious atmosphere.

Brillant emphasizes traditional Greek meals; however, the classy Mediterranean cuisine is also largely present. It serves sumptuous dishes prepared from fine raw local ingredients, cooked with imagination and respect towards authentic Cretan traditions. Fresh pasta fresca dishes, locally sourced grilled meats, fish and seafood are not to be missed. Gluten-free and vegan options are also available.

Keeping the value of consistent quality we enhance the experience with a wide variety of Greek beers, international labels and even more signature cocktails.

Indulge in the inviting atmosphere with soft-lit, low ambient lighting and enjoy the finest Lounge choices or Jazz & Chill Instrumental depending on time and day.

Whether it is that extra positive vibe you experience when you eat in Brillant or that overall happy feeling when everything seems to come together in a supremely satisfying dining experience, you will certainly want to come back and tell your friends about it.

Menu curated by: Marios Theodorides
Operating from November until March

Aroma Breakfast Room

Legendary nutritional Cretan diet starts with a breakfast buffet placing a spotlight on dishes and fresh ingredients eaten traditionally across the island. Daily served from 7:00 am to 10:30 am at the onsite Aroma restaurant.

Our Offsite Restaurants

Throughout the year guests can embark on a flavorful journey to our company’s restaurants at the city center and experience exclusive special offers, international cuisine at 626 All Day Lounge Italian tailored menu from the Greek-Italian chef Ettore Botrini at Papi Osteria Caffeteria and tastes “over the fire” inspired by Cretan tradition at Epsilon Restaurant crafted by the Michelin award-winning chef and his team.

Room Service, ensures that those indulging in a lie-in don’t miss out on the gastronomic experience offered at our restaurants.