10 Best Restaurants in Mykonos Town, The Cyclades

Tucked in a quiet corner of Mykonos Town, on a picturesque whitewashed street lined with bougainvillea, you’ll find talented chef Pavlos Grivas at work in his modern, open kitchen perfecting his innovative Mediterranean fusion dishes. Starters delight, reflecting the traditional products of Mykonos, including a uniquely flavorful panna cotta with kopanisti cheese, dried figs, and Greek prosciutto. The main dishes range from seafood, vegetarian, and meat dishes to gluten-free choices. Try the seared Mediterranean tuna and smoky aubergine mousse with lemon dressing. Finish with desserts that elegantly surprise, such as a peach crême brulée with house-made mint ice cream. Creative cocktails and excellent service round out the experience.

This long-established fresh-fish taverna is where many fishermen themselves come for solid, no-frills food. There are a handful of meat dishes but the best choice is the catch of the day—you can pick your own fish—and ask for it to be simply grilled. The menu depends on the weather—high winds means not many fish. Even in simple places such as Kounelas, fresh fish can be expensive.

Hidden away in the Dilou quarter, this is one of the most reputable restaurants on the island, featuring the best of both French and Greek cuisine, which makes it well worth the search to find it. Once you're here you'll see a handful of linen-laden tables sit under a canopy of brilliant bougainvillea in an iconic Mykonos photo pose, while the lovely whitewashed candle-lit interior features Cycladic arches and a faded 16th-century tapestry from Constantinople. It is very elegant, very sophisticated and very expensive but the fine food and excellent, hospitable service keep people coming.

If the wind is up, the waves sing at this magical and lively spot, set on a far tip of land below the famous windmills of Mykonos. The preferred place for Greek shipowners, Sea Satin Market's fine seafood dishes are enjoyed on a beautiful seaside terrace, and even onto the sand of the beach bordering Little Venice. When it comes to fish, prices vary according to weight. Shellfish is a specialty, and everything is beautifully presented.