Local food and drink

With its Mediterranean climate and fertile land, the star features of Rhodian dishes are often fresh vegetables, olive oil and local herbs and spices. Expect to see a rich variety of meze selections, including a range of vegetables and beans, fresh fish, meats, cheeses and creamy Greek yoghurt. 

Local delicacies include rouzetia with skordalia, which are small fried fish eaten whole and served with garlic sauce. You can also find pitaroudia—chickpea fritters made with onions, tomatoes, mint and olive oil—all over Rhodes. Rhodian honey, famous for being high in antioxidants, is another must-try and used in many desserts on the island. 

At Kamari Beach, you’re only minutes away from the best of Greek cooking. For perfect calamari, friendly staff and rooftop views, get a table at Olympia Restaurant in Lindos. Beachfront restaurant Panos is also top-rated, with highlights including its fresh octopus, prawn orzo and Greek tacos. 

To accompany all that great food, Rhodes wine is exceptional—you can taste the island’s sunshine and rich minerals with every sip. But before getting too carried away with the wines, make sure you visit one of Rhode’s many ouzeries and try the Greek national liquor. Meanwhile, beer lovers will rejoice when they try Zythos, which is brewed locally on the island. There is also the locally produced lemon vap – a delicious take on lemonade.

Rhodes Old Town Retail therapy

There are opportunities to buy souvenirs all over Rhodes, but if you want to shop ‘till you drop, head to the Old Town. Just over an hour’s drive away from our Kamari Beach Resort, you’ll find all kinds of souvenirs, jewellery and clothing, plus locally produced olive oil, wine and honey. 

You’ll notice in particular an array of jewellery stores selling modern, classic and antique-reproduction pieces. Tassos Samourakis is a popular choice for reasonably-priced silver and gold jewellery. The area is also known for its leather goods. Savvas Sandals is a highly-rated store selling leather sandals, bags and accessories. For a unique gift, or to brighten up your own home, check out Savas Rhodes Hand Made Gallery which specialises in beautiful, handmade lanterns. 

If you’ve got room in your suitcase for stunning, hand-made ceramics, Faros Ceramic is the place for you. Situated an hour away from the resort, between the villages Paradisi and Theologos, the store is renowned for its top quality products. The owner Mr. George Katinas has been running the business with his wife since 1977. We’ll warn you now: the likelihood of you coming home with extra luggage is high.