Windy Place
About
On Crete, Windy Place is found at Φουρφουρά, Αμαρίου, Fourfouras 740 62, Greece, a restaurant in the island's interior.
Windy Place is known for its setting in the village of Fourfouras, away from the coastal resorts. First-time visitors can expect a restaurant focused on local dishes, with a 4.5/5 rating from 90 reviews. The venue's Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/Windy-Place-175428052525143/, provides updates.
Reaching Windy Place from the main towns of Heraklion, Chania, or Rethymno requires a drive into the interior, but the route passes through traditional villages. The restaurant's location makes it a stop for those exploring the island's mountainous interior. Other towns within reach include Agios Nikolaos, Ierapetra, and Sitia on the eastern side, plus Matala and Elafonisi further afield.
Island bakeries sell spanakopita and tyropita, and vineyards on Santorini, Crete and Paros produce local wines. The Greek islands have a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. Greek is the main language, written in the Greek alphabet, which also appears on road signs and menus. Monk seals and loggerhead turtles live around the islands, and many have protected nesting beaches.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Windy Place known for?
Windy Place is a restaurant on Crete, and the island's bakeries are known for spanakopita and tyropita. Crete, like Santorini and Paros, also produces local wines. So a meal here sits within that wider island tradition of pies and wine.
What kind of business is Windy Place?
Windy Place is a restaurant on Crete, in Greece. Its Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/Windy-Place-175428052525143/ is where it keeps its online presence.
What should first-time visitors expect at Windy Place?
First-timers should expect a restaurant setting on Crete, where the climate brings hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. Greek is the main language, written in the Greek alphabet, which also shows up on road signs and menus. Monk seals and loggerhead turtles live around the islands, and many have protected nesting beaches.
Where is Windy Place located on Crete?
Windy Place sits at Φουρφουρά, Αμαρίου, Fourfouras 740 62. That puts it inland on Crete, up in the mountains rather than down on the coast.
How do visitors rate Windy Place?
Windy Place holds a rating of 4.5 out of 5 from 90 reviews. That score reflects how diners at this Crete restaurant have judged it.
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