At the main square of a Greek island there are two tavernas, Aspasia's and Anargyros'. The owners quarrel constantly, but their relationship turns to absolute war when they both decide to become mayors. During the election campaign they promise whatever comes to their mind. The war comes to an abrupt end, when Aspasia's daughter who is in love with Anargyros' son stages her suicide and as a result her mother withdraws from politics.