Nicosia’s food scene is always evolving, with new restaurants and concepts continuing to appear across the city.
From contemporary dining and creative street food to traditional Cypriot flavours, here are some of the newest spots in Nicosia worth having on your radar in 2026.
Rubi
Best for: Dinner & drinks
One of the newest additions to central Nicosia, Rubi opened on Stasikratous Street in August 2026.
The concept describes itself as bistronomie, combining a contemporary bistro atmosphere with Southern European influences across its food, wine and drinks.
A spot to keep in mind if you’re looking for a new dinner option in the city centre.
Ta Tsillimena
Best for: A different take on street food
For something more casual, Ta Tsillimena is one of Nicosia’s newer food concepts, located on John Kennedy Avenue.
The focus is on elevated street food, with artisan smash burgers at the centre of the concept and influences from Japanese techniques and Cypriot ingredients.
A good one to save for a relaxed evening when you want something less formal.
Stin Avli tis Mias Milias
Best for: A taste of Cyprus
If you’d rather experience something more traditional, Stin Avli tis Mias Milias is a recent arrival in Pallouriotissa built around Cypriot flavours and the atmosphere of a traditional courtyard.
The concept draws inspiration from Cypriot and Greek cuisine, offering a very different experience from Nicosia’s contemporary city-centre restaurants.
Worth considering if experiencing local food is part of how you like to discover a city.
Μπλα Μπλα
Best for: A short escape from the city
A little outside central Nicosia, Μπλα Μπλα opened in Agia Varvara at the end of August 2026.
Set in a restored traditional house, the new concept brings together food and drinks with an emphasis on seasonal ingredients and produce from smaller local producers.
This one is less about a quick city dinner and more about getting away from the centre for the evening.
Worth the short drive if you have some extra time in Nicosia.
Visiting Nicosia?
Whether you’re here for work, a weekend or a longer stay, discovering somewhere new is always a good excuse to experience a different side of the city.
Keep an eye on What’s New in Nicosia for more new openings and places worth knowing around the city.
