Sunset over Aegean cove in Pyrgaki, Naxos with a candlelit table

Pyrgaki · Naxos · Greece

Where the day begins
by the Aegean.

A seaside table in Pyrgaki — seasonal Greek cooking, quiet light, and the hush of waves at the southwestern edge of Naxos.

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Chef plating a seasonal Naxian dish in Avgi kitchen

Our Story

A name that means
dawn.

The seaside restaurant of Finikas Hotel · Pyrgaki, Naxos

At the southwestern tip of Naxos, where the road quiets and the Aegean opens wide, sits Avgi — a small restaurant set against Pyrgaki's bay. Our name, Greek for dawn, is a promise: of unhurried hours, of light that softens stone and water, of a table that waits for you to arrive.

The kitchen draws from the island's gardens, fishermen, and herders. Naxian potatoes and graviera, sea bream pulled at first light, herbs that grow on the slope above the dining room — each plate is a quiet conversation with the season.

The Experience

Small details, held with care.

Seasonal Menu

A daily-changing carte rooted in Naxian produce, sea, and pasture - written each morning at first light.

Sunset Dining

Pyrgaki faces west. The terrace opens at the golden hour for a long, slow meal as the sky turns.

Greek Wines

A small but considered list of Cycladic and mainland labels - assyrtiko, agiorgitiko, mandilaria.

Private Tables

Anniversaries, proposals, intimate gatherings - quiet corners of the dining room set aside for you.

★★★★★

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Questions

Good to know.

Where exactly is Avgi?

Avgi is in Pyrgaki, on the southwestern coast of Naxos (postcode 843 02), about a 25-minute drive from Naxos Town. Use the Get Directions button in the Visit section for turn-by-turn navigation.

Are reservations required?

Strongly recommended, especially in the sunset hour and during high season (June-September). Use the form above, email reservations@avgi.restaurant, or call +30 22850 75230.

What kind of cuisine do you serve?

Seasonal Greek and Mediterranean cooking, with most ingredients sourced from Naxian farmers, fishermen, and producers. The menu changes daily.

Do you accommodate dietary needs?

Yes - vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options are available. Please mention any allergies in the notes when reserving and we will tailor your menu.

Is the restaurant family-friendly?

Children are warmly welcome. We provide simpler plates on request and have space for a quiet pram beside the table.

Is parking available?

Yes, complimentary parking is available a few steps from the entrance.