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Kantina Makrigiali: The Best Beach Canteen near Igoumenitsa

4.8 Google (140 reviews)
Kantina Makrigiali Igoumenitsa: Enjoy coffee and snacks at this iconic beach canteen on Drepano’s sandy coast, perfect for a relaxing summer day.

On the sandy shore of Drepano, just a few kilometres from Igoumenitsa, Kantina Makrigiali has been welcoming visitors with fresh coffee, tasty snacks and a sea breeze since 2002.

If you are looking for a place to truly unwind, away from the crowds and the noise, Makrigiali Beach in Drepano is exactly what you need. Calm, clean, with crystal-clear shallow waters perfect for families and young children — and right at its heart, Kantina Makrigiali, serving every guest like an old friend for over two decades.

The menu brings together classic beach canteen favourites made with quality ingredients: coffees of every kind, fresh sandwiches, granitas in a wide range of flavours, cold drinks and light meals that taste even better with the sound of the waves in the background. For those who enjoy a cold beer or an ouzo with meze, that is covered too.

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Wooden signpost on Makrygiali beach pointing to the canteen and other services
Makrigialli beach near Igoumenitsa with canteen and relaxing seaside atmosphere
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4.8 / 5 Google (140 reviews)

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  • OrientationFaces south

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  • Location: Drepano, Igoumenitsa 461 00
  • Instagram: @kantinamakrigiali
  • Google Rating: 4.8/5 (140 reviews)
  • Parking: Free, ample space on site
  • Ideal for: Families, children, couples, groups
  • Facilities: Sunbeds, umbrellas, showers, changing rooms, sea bikes, canoes

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the canteen at Makrygiali beach?
The canteen sits right on Makrygiali beach, the northern end of the long Drepano–Makrygiali sandy beach just outside Igoumenitsa, in Thesprotia. Makrygiali is the closest proper sandy beach to Igoumenitsa town, which makes it a favourite with locals as well as ferry travellers with a few hours to spare.
What does the canteen serve?
It's a classic Greek beach canteen, serving coffee, cold drinks, ice cream and quick bites like toasted sandwiches and snacks rather than full restaurant meals. For a proper sit-down meal there are tavernas along the wider Drepano–Makrygiali strip.
Are there sunbeds and umbrellas?
Yes — sunbeds and umbrellas are rented from the business right next to the canteen, so you can settle in for the day with shade and refreshments in one spot. There's no permanent beach bar on this stretch, so the seasonal canteens are where you get your coffee and cold drinks.
What is Makrygiali beach itself like? Is it good for families?
Makrygiali is a long, sandy beach with shallow, well-sheltered water, which makes it genuinely good for families with young children. The calm, protected bay is easy for kids to paddle in, and behind the beach there's a lagoon with birdlife that's nice for a walk. Watersports such as kayaks and sea pedalos are usually available along the beach in summer.
Is there parking?
Yes — there's free roadside parking running along the beach, so reaching the canteen by car is easy. As with any popular local beach, the closest spots fill up by midday in July and August, so arriving earlier is the safer bet.
What other great beaches are nearby?
Plenty. Makrygiali is the closest sandy beach to Igoumenitsa, but the coast toward Plataria, Sivota and Perdika is full of beautiful spots within a short drive. See where each one is and how to reach it on our map of the best beaches in Thesprotia.
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