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What to order
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Quinoa Salad
Recommended multiple times for being fresh, flavorful, and very good; reviewers specifically praised its brilliant taste and said it never disappoints.
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Waffles With Ice Cream
Mentioned several times as a standout sweet item, especially the soft waffle paired with delicious ice cream and toppings like salted caramel and pistachio.
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Pizza
Praised for its excellent dough, crisp cooking, and high-quality toppings like prosciutto and mozzarella.
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Bao Buns
Called simply fantastic by a repeat visitor, making them one of the most strongly recommended food items.
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Salmon Souvlaki
Described as one of the best meals the reviewer had, with perfectly cooked salmon and well-seasoned sides.
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Chicken Quinoa Bowl
Noted as light but still delicious, with the reviewer highlighting it as a tasty dinner choice.
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Steak With Truffle Pieces And Eggs
Highly praised as one of the most delicious dishes the reviewer had ever eaten, with strong compliments for the truffle, eggs, and crispy potatoes.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM to 3 AM |
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| Tuesday | 7 AM to 3 AM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM to 3 AM |
| Thursday | 7 AM to 3 AM |
| Friday | 7 AM to 3 AM |
| Saturday | 7 AM to 3 AM |
| Sunday | 7 AM to 3 AM |
About Platea
Platea is a restaurant and coffee shop in Kalamata, Greece, located in the central square. It serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, dessert, coffee, cocktails, beer, wine, and small plates, with both indoor and outdoor seating. Reviewers consistently praise the polite and attentive staff, the central location, and the desserts, along with a menu that mixes traditional and modern dishes. The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, quiet, romantic, trendy, and upscale.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
Pets
- Dogs allowed
Frequently asked
What is Platea known for?
Platea is especially known for its desserts, coffee, and central-square setting in Kalamata, with reviewers repeatedly mentioning waffles, ice cream, and cocktails. People also highlight the polished service and the mix of traditional and modern dishes, which makes it a common stop for both casual lunches and romantic dinners.
What dishes are most recommended at Platea?
Reviewers most often point to the bao buns, quinoa salad, salmon souvlaki, pizza, and waffles with ice cream. The pizza is described as having excellent dough and good prosciutto and mozzarella, while the salmon souvlaki and quinoa salad are praised for fresh, flavorful preparation.
What is the atmosphere like at Platea?
The vibe is a classy, centrally located space with indoor and outdoor seating, described as cozy, romantic, trendy, and upscale. Reviewers mention it works well for people-watching in the square, as well as for groups, solo visits, and date nights.
Is Platea good value, and what is the price range?
Platea is in the €5–15 price range, and reviewers call it reasonably priced or say the prices are OK. That makes it a relatively affordable option for coffee, waffles, small plates, or a full meal in the center of Kalamata.
When is the best time to visit Platea?
Lunch and evening visits are both supported by the reviews, but several comments note that the central square gets busy during holidays and can be harder to find seating. Reservations are recommended for brunch and dinner, especially if you want a table with outdoor seating.
Is parking available at Platea?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.
Does Platea have vegetarian options?
Yes, Platea offers vegan options.
Is Platea kid-friendly?
Yes, Platea is good for kids.
