Zonars sits airside in Terminal 2 as the “nice” option
Terminal 2 at SKG doesn’t have many sit-down spots, so Zonars stands out as the smarter cafe-restaurant choice once you pass security and passport control. It trades on the historic Athenian brand name, which is why you’ll see some locals heading here instead of the generic snack bars near the gates. Think coffee-first, food-second, with table service and a bit more polish than the kiosks by gates 13–16.
Menu focus is Greek-style cafe fare: espresso, cappuccino, freddo drinks, basic wines and beers, plus light plates like sandwiches, salads, and pastries. Expect an espresso around €3 and simple snacks pushing past €6–€8, which is where the complaints about value start. Portions read more “light meal” than full restaurant, so this fits better for a pre-flight coffee and bite than a long dinner before a late Aegean departure.
Service pace lines up with airport timing: you can usually get coffee out in under 5–10 minutes, while a toasted sandwich or salad may take closer to 15. That works fine for a one-hour Schengen turnaround in Terminal 2, but for non-Schengen flights at busy evening banks you’ll want at least 45 minutes gate-to-gate. Staff handle both table orders and takeaway at the counter, so flag them if you’re tight on time.
Regulars who know the Athens original treat Zonars as a last Greek cafe stop before boarding, especially on morning flights between 06:00 and 10:00. They sit inside the main seating area, order a freddo espresso and a pastry, then move to the gate around T-30. The trade-off: several reviewers mention high prices for average taste and modest portions, so you’re paying for the brand and calmer setting compared with the stand-up snack bars.
Practical tip: check your gate first, then sit close to the aisle side of Zonars so you can see the Terminal 2 departure screens without getting up.