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Baltas

4.0(483 reviews)

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On Crete, Baltas draws a steady stream of diners to El. Venizelou 12 (4 Lions square), Iraklio 712 02, Greece, in the heart of the city near the main square.

Regulars know Baltas for its steady cooking rather than novelty, and the kitchen has built a following among locals who eat there week after week. First-time visitors should expect a straightforward meal in a busy central setting, where the restaurant's reputation rests on consistency rather than spectacle. Diners have given Baltas 4 out of 5 across 483 reviews, a strong record for a city-centre restaurant with this much footfall. Iraklio is well connected to the rest of Crete, with Heraklion, Chania, Rethymno and Agios Nikolaos all reachable by road, so the venue fits easily into a wider island itinerary.

The season on Crete runs roughly from May to October, with August the busiest month for ferries and beaches. Visitors based in the neighbouring resorts will find the restaurant within reach of Heraklion's transport links.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Baltas known for?

Baltas is a restaurant on Crete, in Greece, and it draws visitors for its food in Iraklio. The island's busiest stretch for ferries and beaches falls in August, when demand at eating places across Crete is at its highest.

What kind of business is Baltas?

Baltas is a restaurant on the island of Crete, part of Greece. It serves diners in Iraklio, and its kitchen operates through the season that runs roughly from May to October.

What should first-time visitors expect at Baltas?

First-time visitors to Baltas will find a restaurant in Iraklio on Crete, part of Greece. The island's season runs roughly from May to October, so the setting is liveliest in those months, with August the busiest for ferries and beaches.

Where is Baltas located on Crete?

Baltas sits at El. Venizelou 12 (4 Lions square), Iraklio 712 02, Greece. That address places it in Iraklio on Crete, within Greece, and the restaurant serves diners through the island's main season from May to October.

How do visitors rate Baltas?

Baltas holds a rating of 4 out of 5 from 483 reviews. Those scores reflect a restaurant in Iraklio on Crete, in Greece, that diners rate favourably across its reviews.

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