The Best Restaurants in Mykonos

Named after a philosophical Greek term for “nature,” Efisia Greek Fine Dining offers breathtaking Aegean views while showcasing farm-to-table cuisine. Combining an extraordinary culinary experience with an elegant upscale atmosphere in the Relais & Châteaux tradition, it’s located at renowned Platis Gialos beach and ranks among the most desirable tables in Mykonos. Infusing Greek classics with regional flavors, Executive Chef Ilias Maslaris is dedicated to the purity of ingredients, preparing dishes using seasonal organic products and an innovative approach, sometimes in surprising combinations.

The gourmet menu offers a la carte options like Sea Bass Fillet with Lemon Crust and Myconian lamb (slow-cooked with smoked eggplant and yogurt), along with a degustation menu featuring a vegetarian option. All can be complemented by an impressive, carefully selected list of wines.

Located on Platis Gialos beach, just steps from the turquoise sea, at Avli tou Thodori, you can dine on delectable dishes prepared using traditional Greek recipes while enjoying the salty sea breeze. While the outdoor seating is the place to be, if there’s a chill in the air, there’s a cozy indoor dining room with old black-and-white photos too. Either way, the extensive menu is sure to impress with classics like kleftiko and fresh seafood dishes like lobster, calamari, and octopus. Salads, pizzas, pastas, and even T-bone steaks are available too. This is also a popular spot for refreshing cocktails while relaxing on one of the restaurant’s sun loungers, perhaps in between swimming in the clear, brilliant blue waters.

Karavaki is a fine dining restaurant offering breathtaking views overlooking the Aegean. Located at the Vencia boutique hotel just a few minutes from the center of Mykonos Town, it’s available to guests and non-guests alike. Designed to entice all the senses, it’s an unforgettable feast of aromas and flavors, with the menu featuring refined Mediterranean cuisine that includes local Mykonian recipes. Traditional dishes have creative, sometimes edgy twists and combinations sure to please any gourmand. The extensive menu features everything from fresh grilled fish and meats to Greek salad, gyros, risottos, and pastas. Plating is artful without being overdone, portions are perfectly sized, and the flavors are well-balanced.

Nestled in pretty Little Venice, the most visually appealing part of Mykonos Town with colorful homes and buildings hugging the sea, Kastro’s is an icon for its views and its dining. It boasts a prime spot for sunset cocktails while serving meals based on grandma’s cooking. While Kastro’s has been operating since 1976, the family has been in its Little Venice building much longer – in fact, it belonged to their grandmother. If you’re lucky, you’ll get one of just four “window” tables, and in this case, they sit right over the water. You’ll be greeted with a smile and walked through the day’s selection of fresh fish and perhaps a starter like Sea Bass Ceviche with lime, pomegranate, parsnip, orange, and coriander.

Located at the Nissaki Boutique Hotel overlooking Platys Gialos and the endless blue of the Aegean, Phos Restaurant offers fine dining on local Greek and Mediterranean fare with a contemporary twist. A feast of aromas and flavors, tradition is combined with modern techniques for the total gastronomic experience, enhanced by a breathtaking sea view and exceptional service. Arrive at dusk to watch a glorious sunset before the stars sparkle across the night sky. Whenever you dine, you can expect the freshest ingredients supplied by local producers in every dish, from pastas and grilled salmon to the juicy Black Angus fillet with truffle oil.

Nestled in Agios Stefanos just over two miles from Mykonos Town, Limnios Tavern is known for its high-quality yet affordable cuisine, exceptional hospitality, and stunning view over the bay with Delos Island in the distance. It’s especially enchanting at sunset while an olive tree in the courtyard adds to the idyllic atmosphere. Family-run for over two decades, now operated by the second generation, it offers authentic, traditional Mykonian and Greek dishes, including the classics and a variety of lamb specialties. With the use of island products such as fresh herbs and olive oil, the authenticity and flavors of the dishes are enhanced even more. Plus, you’ll find a good selection of local wines and beers to perfectly complement your meal.