I have just recently returned from Pernera and had the pleasure of visiting the newly re-opened Phoenix Bar (belonging to the Steel family) which was formerly know as Spartacus. This was one of the bars/restaurants that was completely gutted in last year's fire, I saw the photographs and you would never imagine that six months on Barry & Yvonne are back in business (and aptly named now as the Phoenix Bar, 'risen from the ashes.') If you are in the Pernera area, please go out of your way to visit them. We were overwhelmed by their friendliness and as they say, 'you arrive a stranger but leave as friends.' You will go a long way to meet a more friendly couple, the food is superb, especially the breakfast - absolutely fab! Don't just stumble into the nearest bar (i.e. Knights) walk a little further up the hill on the left to find the Phoenix, you will not be disappointed. If you do go, please pass on thanks and a big hello from John, Claire and wee Gary from Scotland (remind Yvonne he is the boy who will be coming back soon to work as a dishwasher for her !)
Claire my apartment is nigh on opposite there (above the Chinese) and I was there last October when the fire happened.
I'd only been asleep an hour when I was woken up by it about 5am.
I've already made a mental note to go there for a meal as I heard they were good beforehand when it was Spartacus but the fire occurred before I had a chance to go in.
I'd only been asleep an hour when I was woken up by it about 5am.
I've already made a mental note to go there for a meal as I heard they were good beforehand when it was Spartacus but the fire occurred before I had a chance to go in.
The Cordon Blue was also burnt down and has been rebuilt. This was one of our favourite restaurants in previous years, so we are looking forward to going there again in September.
Claire - we'll be there in 4 weeks, will make a point of trying to find the phoenix and popping for a keo or two 
Same here............ Im sure that we shall pop In while we are there. What were the Bar meals like Claire?
Unless its changed it was a restaurant more than a bar before the fire.
I will definitely be going in there.
I may even try there breakfast as so far I haven't found a decent breakfast in Cyprus so maybe as they are Brits it will taste as it should.
I think my only complaint about Cyprus is that I haven't found a decent tasting breakfast but then thats just my taste buds probably.
I will definitely be going in there.
I may even try there breakfast as so far I haven't found a decent breakfast in Cyprus so maybe as they are Brits it will taste as it should.
I think my only complaint about Cyprus is that I haven't found a decent tasting breakfast but then thats just my taste buds probably.
As you pass the Tropical Dreams Apts, and head towards the Beach (Yianna Marie Resort) we have had a few Breakfasts In the Bar overlooking the Beach....... I cant remember the name though 
...... We shall definately be going back again this year....... either that or I will ened up doing Breakfast myself.
...... We shall definately be going back again this year....... either that or I will ened up doing Breakfast myself.
No way will I be cooking, I dont even make a cup of coffee when i'm on holiday lol.
I'll give Pheonix a go as its right across the road so easy to crawl over to after a heavy night in Protaras.
I'll give Pheonix a go as its right across the road so easy to crawl over to after a heavy night in Protaras.
Im only joking Cardiff Lad....... most I do on Holiday Is make a cup of Tea or Coffee and thats IT!! No cooking for me thanks.... unless you call opening a box of cereal for my kids!!! After all Its my Holiday aswell
I have to agree that I dont cook at all either....nor even open up cereal....lol altho am glad its just the two of us otherwise I wouldnt be able to afford to do it lol
WOW 1 sleep to go...but will try out this place too, sounds great (if I find it that is)
WOW 1 sleep to go...but will try out this place too, sounds great (if I find it that is)
Louise it's called the Yianna Marie Restaurant. When I've been and not stayed at the Sunrise Beach we've had breakfasts (and lunches and dinners lol) there and it's lovely. Lovely setting overlooking the sea.
http://www.yiannamarie.com/
I've not looked at that link as a whole before, it's got some lovely views on it!!
http://www.yiannamarie.com/
I've not looked at that link as a whole before, it's got some lovely views on it!!
Thanks Kezza. AAhhh, so Its actually called that, I wasnt sure.Yes they do lovely Breakfasts and meals there.
The bar meals at night were lovely too. From memory, I think a three course set menu was CYP 6.50 which I think is pretty good (and I can recommend the chicken curry !) You will receive such a warm welcome too - in all top class service from very nice people.
Cardiff Lad - Do you stay above the Chinese on the corner (name escapes me but begins with a K) when in Pernera?
Cardiff Lad - Do you stay above the Chinese on the corner (name escapes me but begins with a K) when in Pernera?
Oh and by the way Cardiff lad, I'm pretty fussy and had tried breakfast in both Knights and the Windmill - Phoenix beats them both by a mile (the lure of fried bread helped too !)
I will post a review of our accommodation too once I'm a bit more organised (Elamaris.) Very good at what they do but would hate to be there in the height of the Summer, I would imagine it would be a bit manic (i.e. nowhere near enough sunbeds, struggled to cater just now and it was the first week of the season.)
I will post a review of our accommodation too once I'm a bit more organised (Elamaris.) Very good at what they do but would hate to be there in the height of the Summer, I would imagine it would be a bit manic (i.e. nowhere near enough sunbeds, struggled to cater just now and it was the first week of the season.)
Yes Claire, the name looks a bit rude Komfukios.
I just got what you meant about the name - thank God my 12 year old nephew didn't spot that, we would never have heard the end of it !
To be fair its a great location, i've got a massive balcony and a lovely apartment to use.
Its in a perfect place on the main street of Pernera and nice and close for Protaras.
Its in a perfect place on the main street of Pernera and nice and close for Protaras.
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