Koulourades is at 3is Septemvriou 94 — a 3-minute walk from Ioulianou 50. They open at 6 AM and serve stuffed Thessaloniki-style sesame koulouria in over 20 fillings. Great for a quick breakfast or an on-the-go snack.
🥨 Koulourades · 3is Septemvriou 94
Koulourades
- 3is Septemvriou 94, Athens 104 34
- +30 211 411 5566
- Mon–Fri 06:00–15:30 · Sat 06:00–15:00 · Sun closed
- ~3 min walk from Ioulianou 50
Traditional sesame koulouria from Thessaloniki in a modern twist — stuffed with apple-cinnamon, cream cheese, chocolate, Bueno and many more fillings. Open from 6 AM.
See on the neighborhood map →🎨 What to order
A koulouri (κουλούρι) is a ring-shaped sesame-crusted bread — one of the most iconic Greek street foods, traditionally sold by street vendors since ancient times. Koulourades reinvented it: same sesame crust, but stuffed with sweet and savory fillings.
Stuffed koulouria
The main event. Thessaloniki koulouri filled with your choice of topping: apple-cinnamon, Philadelphia cream cheese, chocolate-Oreo, Bueno, raisin-cinnamon, pepperoni and more. 20+ options.
Plain sesame koulouri
The classic unfilled version — crispy sesame crust, freshly baked. Best eaten warm with a coffee. One of the cheapest and most satisfying breakfasts in Athens.
Coffee & drinks
Espresso, freddo cappuccino, frappe. Pick up your coffee with your koulouri — they open at 6 AM, perfect before a full day of sightseeing.
Bougatsa & snacks
Bougatsa (cream or cheese pastry), cold sandwiches, traganakia (crunchy snacks). Good if you need something more filling in the morning.
💡 About Koulourades
The chain was founded in 2016 in Piraeus by baker Dimitris Grivas, using a recipe dating back to 1956. The concept took off quickly — by 2018 they were opening 44 new stores in a single year. Today the network produces over 250,000 koulouria per day and serves more than 120,000 customers. The Victoria Square location is one of many across Athens and Greece.
🗺️ How to get there
Leave through Ioulianou, turn left on Aristotelous and right on 3is Septemvriou. The shop is at number 94, about a 3-minute walk from the apartment.
❓ FAQ
What exactly is a koulouri?
A koulouri (κουλούρι) is a ring-shaped bread covered in sesame seeds, originating from Thessaloniki. It's been a staple Greek street food for centuries — light, crispy, and perfect for breakfast. Koulourades took the classic recipe and added stuffed versions with sweet and savory fillings.
How much does it cost?
A plain sesame koulouri is around €0.60–0.80. Stuffed koulouria range from €1.20 to €1.80 depending on the filling. One of the most affordable breakfast options in central Athens.
Are there gluten-free options?
No — the koulouri contains gluten. Products may also contain traces of sesame, egg, lactose and tree nuts. If you have allergies, ask staff about the specific ingredients of each product.
Sources: koulourades.gr, Google Maps.
— Kathy
