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IPPOKAMPOS (Sea Horse)

3 Venizelou Street (facing the sea), Heraklion, Crete 71308, Greece
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Ranked #24 of 110 restaurants in Heraklion
Cuisines: Greek
Most recent review
- 29 Apr 2013
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Heraklion, Greece
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3 reviews 3 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

Winter time so sat inside. Big fat zero because of the smoke. The policy is if you want to smoke, do so wherever you want - don't bother to ask if anyone minds. Totally against the law, totally typical. The owner wrung his hands in shame, looked to the heavens, shrugged his shoulders, looked severely pained and asked "what can... More

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Newton, Massachusetts
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25 reviews 25 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

This restaurant is favored by locals; we were able to get a table because we ate early, and it was filled by the time we left on both visits. The fish is excellent, and the rest of the food was quite fine. It's on the waterfront; you can eat inside, without views, and there are tables across the street on... More

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Duncan, Canada
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29 reviews 29 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013

The locals can't be wrong; and they're not. As we walked by, looking through the windows, there wasn't a seat in the place. We decided to try it anyway and we were pleasantly surprised to find a table in the mezzanine open. The table wasn't that great tucked far in the back, but when one came up overlooking the lower... More

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HERAKLION
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7 restaurant reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2013

It is placed right next to the sea, with perfect view and you can also see the sunset at summertime sitting outside. Their seafood is always fresh and very tasty.They can combine traditional plates with gourmet flavor. The last time there, we really enjoyed cuttlefish with ink and raw seafood (gialisteri in Greek).

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Heraklion, Greece
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 December 2012

I ve been visiting this restaurant for 20 years and the receipy is the same: the most fresh sea food, plainly and simply (as it traditionally should be) cooked, great hospitality from Mr. Giorgos. That is the perfect combination for me, along with the splendid view is the reason that I come back again.

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Israel
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23 restaurant reviews
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 October 2012

A great choice of all kind of seafood and fish, also great vegetarian choice, the prices are very reasonable and very quick and welcoming service. The covered waterfront terrace is also a treat.

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Savannah, Georgia
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18 restaurant reviews
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 October 2012

If you sit on the sea side of the street, the view is nice. The traffic can be noisy, but worth it. The food was very very good and not expensive. The fresh fish was simply great as was the seafood with pasta. The highlight however, is watching the staff cross the busy street carrying your food and drinks dodging... More

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Warrenton, Virginia
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 September 2012

Loved the fresh fish they showed at your table and grilled for you. The food was great and the Raki afterwards was fun. The street is a little busy, so watch the traffic.

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blacksburg, va
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 August 2012

Restaurant is on the street, seating area is across a busy seaside street on the sea side, and the waiters run back and forth from the restaurant to the tables. We ordered a special of the day: sea bass. When we did, they brought the fish, uncooked, to our table for our inspection. We ordered some vegetables and Greek salads.... More

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Brisbane
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10 restaurant reviews
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 July 2012

The waiters were honest about what was fresh or frozen, the seafood was cooked to perfection and the setting very nice. Four adults (including two bottles of wine) ate very well for under 100 euros. highly recommended if you want a seafood dinner near water

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