3 Bougatsa
Bougatsa is a delicious pastry that originally became famous in northern Greece, especially in Thessaloniki. It is made with thin crispy pastry layers and usually filled with sweet custard cream or salty cheese. The sweet version is often topped with powdered sugar and cinnamon.
A warm piece of bougatsa with Greek coffee is one of the best cheap breakfasts you can try in Greece. Prices usually range between €2.50 and €4. You can find it in bakeries, pastry shops, and breakfast cafés. In many places, locals enjoy bougatsa early in the morning before work. It is comforting, affordable, and perfect for travelers looking for traditional Greek flavors.
