Even if you asked for directions in advance, the labyrinth-like interior streets of Mykonos will inevitably have you asking again. Luckily, every local knows the famous dining institution named after the feisty septuagenarian-chef. A beautiful boutique-style location on a narrow walking street is lined with whitewash tables and large picture windows looking into the legendary restaurant. With no more than ten inside tables, guests vie for the best positioning under an exaggerated ceiling and homey-décor.
The Food
It’s still a family operation, even though the longtime matriarch chef has lured new help inside the kitchen. The staff clusters around a rear bar area and staging area for field salads and savory antipasti platters. Not known for their fresh vegetables, this is one of Mykonos’ few restaurants with a worthy array of fresh produce and select salads. A lengthy appetizer menu includes salmon arrangements, incredible garlic-braised mushrooms and traditional Greek hummus platters. Daily fish catches are better in the early season (May and June) as later summer is better for prime cuts of beef and lamb served family style on large wooden trays. Dessert is a selection of homemade cakes and tortes including warm apple tarte and walnut crumble.
Last Word
Family-owned restaurant offers first-rate culinary experience on an island more familiar with kitschy fish restaurants and home-style taverns.
