
On Apollonos Street, in the culinary heart of downtown Athens, Ovio presents contemporary Italian cuisine with a twist—where top-quality ingredients, a relaxed atmosphere, and the expert craftsmanship of Chef Panos Ioannidis and his team come together. With the Michelin Guide’ s seal of excellence, earned through its inclusion in the 2024 ‘Recommended’ category, Ovio has established itself as a premier destination for fine comfort dining.
Our Plilosophy
About us
Our philosophy is as crystal-clear as our name. Here, everything is fresh, handmade, and reimagined through creative vision and exceptional craftsmanship. The finest Greek ingredients, paired with unexpected twists, reinterpret the classic flavours of Italian cuisine while honouring its essence. Every dish is prepared in-house by our talented team, and our extensive wine list—featuring over 120 exceptional Italian and Greek labels—ensures the perfect pairing for each course.
The menu at Ovio is inspired by Mediterranean flavours, aromas, and memories that I have carefully preserved from my travels and the experiences I gained while living in Italy.
Taste is not merely a sensation; it is an entire world that fascinates me, and I long to share it with you.
Since childhood, I’ve been in search of taste and well-prepared food, and from a young age, I began experimenting with creating dishes that would transport me.











Signatures Dishes
OUR MOST CELEBRATED CREATIONS
Experience the artistry of Chef Panos Ioannidis’ renowned risottos, or savour the authentic Neapolitan pizza canotto, with its delicate dough and perfectly airy cornicione. Indulge in the bold flavours of tartare Bolognese, the refined elegance of tonno tonnato, and the irresistible texture of our handmade pasta fresca.
Discover
MENU
- GLUTEN FREE
- CONTAINS NUTS
- VEGAN
Cesare
€16with smoked chicken fillet

Caprese
€16with burrata

Kale salad
€15with goji berry vinaigrette
“Pasta e Fagioli” soup
€14
Salsiccia
€17with lentils & grilled seasonal greens
Frumenty
€11arancini lahmacun

Tonno Tonnato
€18smoked tuna fillet

Red sea bream tartare
€19with fresh black truffle
Tartare Bolognese
€19with beef fillet

Scallop with “Bagna Cauda”
€10/piece
Asparagus risotto & lime
€23Risotto Milanese
€28with shrimps and bone marrow

Risotto “stew”
€22with chestnuts - Vegan
Risotto
€24pepper cream, cantharellus & ventricina

Gnocchi
€16with gorgonzola, pear & walnuts
Pomodoro e basilico
€14with spaghetti chitarra
Cacio e pepe Tartufata
€20with spaghetti chitarra
Spaghetti bianco-nero al Savoro
€25Linguine
€25with mussels and “Messolonghi” roe

Spaghetti chitarra amatriciana
€19
Pork cheeks fricassee
€25Chicken Cacciatore
€19wild mushrooms & potato espuma

Tagliatta Black Angus
€29with herbs sauce, broccolini & kale
Ossobuco
€49 (2 pers)with wild mushrooms & risotto al salto

Weakfish
€28with grilled greens

Ribeye Black Angus Tagliatta
€38with trippled cooked potatoes

Beef Bistecca (850g)
€69gwith trippled cooked potatoes
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PIZZE
Margherita
€14Mozzarella di bufala, pomodoro e basilico
Spianatta
€15Mozzarella, spianatta piccante, pepper pickles & gorgonzola
Funghi e Caprino
€16Caprino, wild mushrooms, smoked pork
Asparagi
€16Asparagus, prosciutto cotto, mozzarella, Parmigiano Reggiano
Carbonara Zaferano
€16Mozzarella, pancetta, egg yolk, safran, peperoncino, Parmigiano Reggiano
Zucchini
€15Mozzarella, stracchino, marinated zucchini
Vitello Tonnato/
€19Beef fillet, tonnata sauce, capers, cherry tomatoes
Prosciutto e Tartufo
€19Prosciutto di Parma, pecorino cream, black fresh truffle & cherry tomatoes confit
Gamberi
€17Prawns, beetroot cream, taramas & fennel

Puttanesca
€13Μarinara sause, artichoke romana, olives, capers, onion
Shavour
DESSERTS
Lemon pie
€10Tiramisu
€12
Chocolate & pistachio finger
€12The Ovio Experience
VISIT US
Immerse yourself in our inviting space and explore bold flavour pairings, with our signature risottos taking centre stage. Discover modern Italian cuisine, crafted with passion and expertise by Chef Panos Ioannidis.




