What should I order at To Maridaki?
To Maridaki
Sea Bass
Mentioned as incredibly fresh and delicious, and praised as a standout seafood choice.
Octopus
Highlighted as a favorite for being fresh, delicious, and well-prepared; also appears in several dishes like octopus salad and seafood risotto.
Mussels Saganaki
Recommended for its delicious flavor and is specifically called out as a dish worth ordering.
Seafood Platter
Praised as huge, very high quality, and an excellent value for seafood lovers.
Fried Calamari
Described as the best ever tried, with perfect seasoning, crispy batter, and tender squid inside.
Sea Bream
Called amazing, making it one of the most strongly recommended fish dishes in the reviews.
Fish Soup
Mentioned positively as delicious and a pleasant surprise, showing up in more than one review.
Moussaka
Specifically singled out as excellent and part of the restaurant’s standout traditional dishes.
Fried Eggplant
Recommended as delicious and part of a well-liked selection of starters.
Grilled Cuttlefish
Praised as a really liked dish, noted for its fresh taste and good preparation.
Hours
| Monday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
| Wednesday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
| Thursday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
| Friday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
| Saturday | 12 PM to 12 AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
About To Maridaki
Laid-back restaurant with a patio serving seafood specialties amid simply decorated surrounds.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free street parking
- Usually difficult to find a space
Frequently asked questions
What is To Maridaki known for?
To Maridaki is best known for very fresh seafood, especially grilled and fried fish, fish soup, and fried calamari. Reviewers also repeatedly mention that the staff shows the whole fish before grilling or frying it, which adds to the sense of freshness and care.
What dishes are most recommended at To Maridaki?
Frequent recommendations include fried calamari, fish soup, mussel saganaki, grilled seabass, seabream, and shrimp pasta. Reviewers also highlight octopus salad, marinated anchovies, grilled cuttlefish, fried anchovies, and seafood paella as standouts.
What is the atmosphere like at To Maridaki?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and a bit trendy, with outdoor seating and a laid-back patio feel. It suits groups, tourists, and solo diners, and reviewers say service stays friendly and efficient even when the place is busy.
Is To Maridaki good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, reviewers consistently say the value is excellent, and the listed price range is €15–20. Several guests mention getting multiple dishes plus wine for a modest bill, with comments that the seafood quality is high while prices stay reasonable or even unbeatable for Chania.
When is the best time to visit To Maridaki?
Go earlier in the evening if you want to avoid a wait, because reviewers say lines often start around 6:30 to 7:00 pm. Lunch and earlier dinner visits tend to be easier, and reservations are recommended for both lunch and dinner.
Is parking available at To Maridaki?
Yes. Free street parking, Usually difficult to find a space is available.
Does To Maridaki have vegetarian options?
Yes, To Maridaki offers vegan options.
Is To Maridaki kid-friendly?
Yes, To Maridaki is good for kids.
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