Stou Kouroupi | Loutraki
Stou Kouroupi | Alternative Café
The alternative café "Stou Kouroupi" celebrates tradition and genuine Cretan hospitality.
It is located in the heart of the village of Loutraki, in Heraklion, Crete, and stands out for its authentic atmosphere and flavorful offerings.
The menu combines traditional delicacies and Cretan meze with selected traditional drinks, offering a complete gastronomic experience.
Coffee, meze, and dishes of Cretan cuisine are highlighted through fresh, local ingredients and a love for authentic flavor.
The view from the venue completes the experience, creating a destination that blends tradition, taste, and a warm atmosphere, capturing the essence of Cretan hospitality in every detail.
Michalis Kouroupakis | The Soul of the Place
Michalis Kouroupakis, owner and visionary behind the establishment, is the soul of this alternative café. With deep knowledge of Cretan tradition and a love for pure, honest food, he created a space that combines authentic flavors, warm hospitality, and an atmosphere that remains unforgettable.
Together with his team, Michalis turns every visit into a unique experience, ensuring that every detail offers lasting taste memories and strong emotions. The idea behind the café goes beyond food alone; it aims to create a place where tradition meets creativity and gastronomy becomes a means of expressing the Cretan soul.
With this vision, the café has become a point of reference for those seeking authentic flavors and a distinctive experience beyond the ordinary.
Menu | Cretan Cuisine at the Table
The menu and kitchen at "Stou Kouroupi" are a celebration of flavors, combining traditional Cretan cuisine with creative touches. They are based on fresh, daily ingredients and dishes that balance simplicity and taste, offering a complete gastronomic experience.
The selection of starters includes beloved recipes such as tzatziki, anthotyro, and dakos, ideal for opening the meal with the characteristic aromas and flavors of Crete.
Among the appetizers, one will find everything from irresistible handmade fried potatoes to the renowned grandmother's dolmades—dishes that on their own create a rich and traditional prelude to the main course. A special place is held by the daily dishes, freshly cooked and unique, which are hard to find elsewhere.
For meat lovers, the menu offers a variety of cuts and types of meat, all cooked with care and attention to technique and flavor. Each dish combines traditional recipes with the high quality of fresh ingredients, accurately expressing authentic Cretan cuisine.
The result on the table at Stou Kouroupi keeps tradition alive, while at the same time offering something both different and familiar.
Each dish is the product of respect for local products and Cretan gastronomic tradition, creating a complete experience that embodies authentic Cretan hospitality.
Stou Kouroupi Alternative Cretan Café in Loutraki, Heraklion
Coffee · Traditional Sweets · Raki · Wine · Cretan Meze
Monday – Saturday 7:00–13:00 & 17:30–23:30 | Sunday 9:00–13:00 & 17:30–23:30