Avli
Rethymno Old Town, Greece
Avli occupies restored Venetian buildings in Rethymno's old town, with a planted courtyard that makes dinner feel removed from the surrounding lanes. The cooking draws on Cretan ingredients and traditions while allowing a more contemporary expression, and wine is an important part of the proposition. It suits an evening when atmosphere matters alongside the food, particularly for couples staying nearby who can finish the meal with a walk through the historic streets.