Weekend guide: Where to brunch, dine and explore across Cyprus

Eat & Drink foodTop News Weekend guide: Where to brunch, dine and explore across Cyprus Wekkend Agenda 1 Relevant News Weekend guide: Where to brunch, dine and explore across Cyprus 4 August 2026 Cyprus police officers to start wearing body cameras on duty 4 August 2026 Study confirms Cyprus nursing shortage, with deficit set to persist 4 August 2026 Diana Aza 4 August 2026 FacebookXWhatsAppEmailPrintViber The weekend is the perfect excuse to change things up, try new flavours and discover places that make summer in Cyprus even more beautiful. From relaxed brunches with creative dishes and aromatic coffee, to restaurants worth adding to your list and seaside escapes, we’ve put together suggestions to break you out of your routine. Whether you’re planning a stroll around town or a trip further afield, here you’ll find ideas to fill your weekend with good food, beautiful scenery and summer spirit. FOR BRUNCH Columbia Pier In the heart of Limassol’s seafront, Columbia Pier offers one of the city’s most beautiful brunch experiences, with unobstructed sea views and a relaxed atmosphere. Served daily from 8am to noon, the menu has something for every taste, from Eggs Benedict and an English Breakfast to a Greek breakfast and a Norwegian Breakfast with smoked salmon. For those with a sweet tooth, the pancakes and the Columbia Chocolate Breakfast stand out. With quality ingredients, carefully crafted flavours and friendly service, it’s an ideal choice for starting your weekend by the water. 331 28th October Avenue, Enaerios area, Limassol, 25 321900. FOR DINING Kuzuba The Top Notch distinction at the 2025 Cyprus Golden Hat gastronomy awards confirms what Nicosia’s diners discovered early on: Kuzuba is one of the city’s most interesting culinary addresses. With talented Cretan chef Yiannis Providakis at the helm of the kitchen, the restaurant reinterprets the flavours of Cyprus and Greece through modern techniques, drawing on influences from the Eastern Mediterranean and the Far East. The result is a creative cuisine built on seasonal local ingredients, offering familiar flavours with a fresh, international outlook. Its name, inspired by the Cypriot word for a vine’s trunk, reflects its close relationship with the land and its produce. The setting follows the same philosophy: Scandinavian aesthetics with Mediterranean warmth, a youthful character and a beautiful terrace that makes summer even more enjoyable. The striking bar that dominates the space also plays a key role in the experience, with gastronomic cocktails that pair perfectly with the food. The menu moves comfortably between tradition and creativity. Among the small plates, standouts include the Fresh Fish Ceviche with white almond, pickled fennel and early-harvest olive oil, smoked aubergine with tahini, carob syrup, pistachio and halloumi, and the Poureki with veal, pine nuts and Persian lemon yoghurt. Among the mains, the Grilled Calamari with fava and tomato-caper sauce, the Prawn Kritharoto with a rich bisque and Galeni foam, sea bass fillet with fennel and parsnip, and the exceptional Iberico Chops with parsnip purée, sour apple and smoked whisky barbecue sauce all capture the kitchen’s character. The meal rounds off perfectly with a fine Rizogalo Brûlée flavoured with chamomile, or the light Lemon Cream, combining a hazelnut biscuit, meringue and lemon sorbet. 54 Kyriakou Matsi, Agioi Omologites, Nicosia, 99 865444. FOR FISH Kingfisher Kingfisher in Paphos has become one of Cyprus’s leading destinations for fish, combining authentic seafood cooking with modern techniques and fine dining. Chef and owner Lefteris Saparillas draws daily on the best of the sea’s produce, creating dishes that showcase the fish’s freshness and natural flavour. From perfectly grilled fish and seafood to creative preparations using techniques such as dry-ageing, every dish reflects knowledge, consistency and respect for the ingredient. The kitchen’s continuous evolution has established Kingfisher among the island’s top restaurants, with significant recognition at the Cyprus Golden Hat awards. 2 Epaminonda Street, Paphos, 26 944252. FOR COCKTAILS 7Skies Roof Bar 7Skies Roof Bar in Protaras has returned refreshed this summer, offering a complete experience that combines panoramic views, creative Asian fusion cuisine and signature cocktails. On the rooftop of Atlantica Aqua Blue, just steps from the sea, guests can enjoy sushi, nigiri, sashimi and imaginative rolls, while the setting is rounded out with music from DJs, live performances and themed nights. With its atmospheric surroundings and summer mood, 7Skies is an ideal choice for those wanting to combine dinner, drinks and views in Protaras in one outing. 7 Konnou Street, Protaras, 23 849980. FOR A DAY TRIP Northwest Paphos From Latchi to Tillyria, northwest Paphos reveals a side of Cyprus that remains authentic, peaceful and deeply connected to nature and local tradition. Small seaside villages, picturesque little harbours, secluded beaches, traditional coffee shops and taverns serving fresh fish make up a route well worth discovering at a slow pace. The area invites stops at spots of particular natural beauty, walks in Akamas, swims in Latchi’s crystal-clear waters and exploration of villages where time seems to move at a different pace. Along the way, you’ll meet people keeping local traditions alive, workshops producing handmade goods, and flavours that express the character of the Cypriot countryside. It’s an ideal suggestion for a day trip or a two-day getaway, away from the busiest tourist destinations, with an emphasis on authentic experience, local hospitality and unique landscapes stretching from the coastline to the hills of Tillyria. It’s a route that combines sea, nature, history and gastronomy, revealing one of Cyprus’s most unspoiled and charming corners. Subscribe to our Newsletter Latest News Cyprus police officers to start wearing body cameras on duty Study confirms Cyprus nursing shortage, with deficit set to persist Things to do on Tuesday, August 4 Mostly clear skies with highs of 39 degrees on Tuesday Cyprus has EU’s second-highest desertification rate, JRC report finds Man stabs woman in occupied Nicosia supermarket, then harms himself Cyprus court rejects bid to unfreeze accounts linked to Angola’s former President Follow en.philenews on Google News and be the first to know all the news about Cyprus and the world.