The neighbourhood supermarkets, with map links
Two supermarkets are within a few minutes' walk from Ioulianou 50. Tap the address or the map button for instant directions in Google Maps.
Sklavenítis
Large supermarket with groceries, butcher counter, bakery, dairy and household basics. The most complete option in the neighbourhood.
AB Shop & Go
Neighbourhood-format supermarket with groceries, drinks and daily basics. Helpful hours and open on Sundays.
Neighbourhood map — supermarkets & bakeries
All points within a few minutes' walk from Ioulianou 50. Click any pin for the address and Google Maps directions.
Other chains and options
My Market
Useful for quick top-ups, water, snacks, cleaning products or something you forgot. The range depends a lot on the branch.
LIDL
Discount chain, good for packaged goods and promotions. It is worth it mainly if the route suits you or if you are staying longer.
Mini-markets / corner grocers
Small neighbourhood shops, often open later than the chains. They cost more, but they are useful for water, milk, snacks or toilet paper.
Bakery
For bread, koulouri, cheese pie, spinach pie and coffee. Often a better choice than supermarket bread.
Opening hours, the key point
Mon–Fri
Large supermarkets usually open in the morning and close in the evening. Smaller city-format stores may have longer hours.
Saturdays
They usually operate, but often close a little earlier than on weekdays.
Sundays
Most supermarkets are closed. For basic items, look at mini-markets, kiosks, bakeries or delivery.
Public holidays
Large supermarkets are usually closed. Do the basic shop the day before.
The Sunday rule
The Sunday closure
Sundays confuse many visitors because large supermarkets usually do not operate. There are some exceptions during the year, but they are not something to rely on without checking. On a normal Sunday in Athens, your options are:
- Mini-markets — more expensive, but enough for water, milk, bread, snacks, beer, wine and paper goods.
- Bakery — many open on Sunday morning for bread and coffee.
- Kiosk — for water, snacks, cold drinks and small basics.
- Eat out or order delivery — restaurants and apps work normally in most areas. See the delivery guide.
For a bigger shop, Friday or Saturday is the safer plan.
Indicative prices
Prices move around, but for basic products in a Greek supermarket you can roughly expect something like this:
- Bread loaf: about €1.20-€2 in the supermarket, a little more in a bakery.
- 1L milk: about €1.50-€2 for standard milk, more for organic or specialty products.
- 500g feta cheese: €5-€8.
- 500g Greek yoghurt: €2-€3.50.
- Half kg ground beef: €5-€8.
- Whole roast chicken: about €6-€12, depending on the shop.
- 1.5L bottled water: €0.40-€0.80.
- Bottle of retsina: €4-€7.
- Bottle of decent Greek wine: €5-€12.
- Olive oil 1L: €7-€14 for extra virgin Greek olive oil.
- Seasonal Greek produce: often better value than imported produce.
How to choose for a short stay
- Sklavenitis — for the main shop and everyday groceries.
- AB — for a smaller shop, international brands or a Sunday need.
- Local mini-markets — for the evening, Sunday and forgotten basics.
- LIDL — mainly if you are staying longer and the route suits you.
- Kiosks — for water, snacks and drinks, not a full grocery shop.
🍅 What to buy at the supermarket vs at specialised shops
Buy at supermarket
Packaged goods, water, milk, eggs, basic cheese, basic bread, household supplies, beer, wine, oil, pasta, rice.
Buy at bakery (fournos)
Bread, koulouri, spanakopita, tiropita — fresher and not much more expensive.
Buy at butcher (kreopoleío)
Better cuts of meat than supermarket; whole roast chickens; specialty sausages. Pricing comparable.
Buy at produce vendor (manaviko) or laiki
Seasonal Greek produce — cheaper, fresher than supermarket. Tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, leafy greens.
Shopping etiquette
- Bring your own bag — plastic bags are charged.
- Check whether you need to weigh produce before the checkout. In some shops you print the label yourself, in others the cashier does it.
- Card and cash both work in the chains; small mini-markets sometimes prefer cash for purchases under €5.
- At the tills there may be a little chat with regular customers. It is part of the neighbourhood rhythm.
- Trolleys often need a €1 coin, returned when you put them back.
A basic apartment grocery run
For 4-5 days
- Bread (€2), feta 500g (€6), Greek yoghurt 1kg (€4), eggs 6-pack (€2.50), milk 1L (€2).
- Tomatoes 1kg (€2-€4), cucumbers (€1.50), bell peppers (€2-€3), Greek olives 250g (€4), onion (€0.80).
- A ready roast chicken or another simple meal, depending on the shop.
- Olive oil 750ml (€8), dried oregano (€2), salt + pepper (€2).
- Coffee + sugar (€8), tea bags (€3), 1.5L water × 6 (€3).
- Bottle of red wine (€8), bottle of retsina (€5), 6-pack beer (€8).
- Cleaning basics — dishwashing liquid, multi-surface, sponges, toilet paper (~€7).
With a shop like this, you cover breakfasts, snacks and a few simple meals without needing to eat out every day.
Accessibility
Larger stores are usually easier for a pram or wheelchair, with wider aisles. Smaller city-format stores may have narrower passages or a step at the entrance.
FAQ
Are products labelled in English?
Some imported items have English labels, but many Greek products are mostly in Greek. A translation app helps a lot with ingredients and instructions.
What about organic / "bio" products?
Sklavenitis and AB usually have a small "bio" section. For a wider range, look for specialised organic shops in the centre.
Halal / kosher options?
Options are limited in standard supermarkets. In the wider Victoria area there are international and ethnic mini-markets where you may find halal products. Kosher is harder to find in Athens.
Greek wine and ouzo selection?
AB and Sklavenitis both have enough Greek labels for everyday use. For more unusual wines or advice, a kava is the better choice.
Bottle deposits?
Greece has limited deposit-return systems. Glass beer bottles sometimes carry €0.10-€0.30 deposits at certain shops; not universal.
Sources:
— Kathy
