12-05-2026

Ark once again among the Top Greek Cuisine Restaurants for 2026

9th Greek Cuisine Award by Athinorama

The Ark restaurant was recognized among the Top 10 Greek gastronomy restaurants for 2026 in Athens and was honored with the Greek Cuisine Award by Athinorama.

Under the guidance of Executive Chef Giannis Baxevanis and his team — Antonis Zeridis, Dionysis Zacharopoulos, Konstantina Gkini, and Pastry Chef Tasos Zisopoulos — Ark continues to showcase contemporary Greek cuisine through creative culinary proposals that combine authentic flavors, premium ingredients, and refined aesthetics.

The award ceremony took place at Aigli Zappeiou as part of the Greek Cuisine Awards, an institution organized annually by Athinorama to recognize restaurants that promote and evolve Greece’s gastronomic identity.

The ceremony was held under the auspices of the Ministry of Development, the Ministry of Rural Development and Food, and the Municipality of Athens, with the support of the Ministry of Tourism, the Greek National Tourism Organisation, and the Region of South Aegean.

This important new distinction further confirms Ark’s ongoing commitment to quality, creativity, and respect for Greece’s culinary heritage, offering its guests a complete hospitality and dining experience.

Gastronomy with Sustainable Philosophy

With environmental responsibility forming an integral part of its philosophy, Ark continues to invest in sustainable development practices and responsible operations. In addition to its consistent recognition at the Greek Cuisine Awards, the restaurant has continuously earned Gold Distinction at the ZERO WASTE HORECA Awards and holds TUV Austria ISO 22000:2018 certification.

Through consistency, quality, and respect for the environment, Ark moves one step closer toward a future with zero environmental footprint.

About Ark

Ark is a contemporary gastronomic destination that highlights creative Greek cuisine through seasonality, authentic ingredients, and sustainable hospitality practices, offering a distinctive dining experience defined by elegance, authenticity, and exceptional taste.