In the middle of the road between Rhodes and Lindos, a small town, Archangelos, hosts a special bar: a unique destination for lovers of quality cocktails and authentic atmospheric bars.
Good food, as well as good drink, are essential elements of going out, regardless of the time of year. During non-holiday periods, at least for those living in large urban centers, finding quality options is not a particular problem. Most cities have solutions, and often, particularly noteworthy ones. Things become more difficult in resort areas, which are usually almost deserted in winter and, consequently, are unable to sustain businesses of a similar caliber.
However, it is well known that approximately 25% of travelers choose their vacation destination based primarily on the cuisine and, of course, the quality of the drinks.
The The Taste it is one of those places that prove that quality can flourish far from big urban centers. Thanks to persistence, knowledge, and many years of experience Panagiotis Makiaris, an environment has been created that fully justifies its description as a label bar, with high standards at every level of operation.
Panagiotis Makiaris has over thirty years of experience in the hospitality and catering industry. He has worked in major hotel complexes abroad, and El Gusto is essentially the distillation of this long professional career. The identity of the space is clear and cohesive. The coffee, the premium spirits and cocktails they coexist harmoniously in an integrated all-day concept that appeals to both locals and visitors.
Special mention should be made of the cocktails. The existence of such a carefully curated cocktail culture is not a given, especially in small tourist areas of Greece. Nevertheless, in Archangelos, Rhodes, where El Gusto is located, Panagiotis Makiaris, through his expertise and dedication to bartending, has managed to create a loyal customer base and make the establishment a benchmark even for residents of Rhodes city.
In our opinion, and due to the close relationship we've developed with the venue, we can say that El Gusto doesn't resemble a typical provincial entertainment establishment in any way. On the contrary, it's a space that could operate with the same success in any major urban center. Perhaps this is why Panagiotis Makiaris himself often points out that the operation of El Gusto has contributed to changing many ingrained habits in the area, familiarizing residents with a different going-out culture and a higher quality perception of entertainment.
The atmosphere becomes even more impressive during the summer season when the bar welcomes a large number of foreign visitors. El Gusto boasts a particularly extensive and carefully curated spirits list, as well as a rich cocktail menu that features both timeless classics and inventive contemporary creations. A characteristic element of many of Makiaris's offerings is the prominent presence of fruit, either as a key ingredient or as a flavorful starting point for the composition.
The aesthetic and structure of the space clearly evoke contemporary bar culture. Nevertheless, future plans include the addition of select snacks, designed to harmonize beautifully with both premium spirits and cocktails. If this direction is combined with elements of local culinary tradition and Rhodian identity, the result could offer an even more complete hospitality experience.
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