Milos London
Greek Seafood · St. James's, London
Restaurant in London, United Kingdom
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Harbour-to-Table Greek Seafood
Chef
Costas Spilliadis
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Milos London is the city's most credible Greek seafood address, ranked in Opinionated About Dining's Casual Europe top 350 in both 2024 and 2025. Based at 1 Regent Street in St James's, the Costas Spilliadis-led restaurant runs a fresh whole-fish format priced by weight. Book it for business lunches or celebratory dinners where the food needs to carry the occasion.
About Milos London
How to think about Milos London
Milos London is a Greek seafood restaurant at 1 Regent Street in St James's, led by Costas Spilliadis. Its format centres on fresh whole fish priced by weight, so the meal is shaped by what has arrived and what the team recommends that day. That makes this page most useful for diners who care about seafood sourcing and want a polished but not highly formal setting.
Who it suits
The restaurant is positioned for business lunches, celebratory dinners, occasions where the food needs to carry the room. It can also work for couples and small groups interested in sharing whole fish and choosing between species or sizes. Opinionated About Dining ranked it in the Casual Europe top 350 in both 2024 and 2025.
Before you go
Check the current opening hours and reservation availability before planning around a specific service. Lunch runs Monday to Friday from 11:30 am to 3:00 pm; dinner runs from 4:30 pm to 11:00 pm. Saturday is continuous from 12:00 pm to 11:00 pm, Sunday runs from 12:00 pm to 10:00 pm. Because the offering is market-driven, ask what has arrived that day rather than relying on a fixed expectation.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 11:30 am–3 pm, 4:30–11 pm · Tuesday: 11:30 am–3 pm, 4:30–11 pm
- Location
- 1 Regent Street Saint James's, London SW1Y 4NW, United Kingdom
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- estiatoriomilos.com/location/london
- Phone
- +44 20 7839 2080
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Milos London channels the direct, market-driven spirit of Aegean fish tavernas into a refined central-London setting. The dining room balances casual immediacy with elevated execution: whole fish arrive daily, sit on ice at a prominent counter, and are priced by weight so guests choose their provenance. That counter-focused ritual gives the room a lively, slightly theatrical energy while the cooking remains simple and clearly fish-forward. In St James's, Milos reads as approachable and practiced rather than flashy — a place where the provenance of seafood is the organizing principle and the atmosphere supports focused, ingredient-led dining.
Best For
Milos London is best for diners who prize seafood provenance and a relaxed yet polished meal. It suits couples and small groups seeking a memorable seafood dinner, guests entertaining clients in St James's who want dependable quality, and anyone interested in the ritual of choosing whole fish at the counter. The service model places decisions about size and species in the guest's hands, making it ideal for communal sharing and sashimi- or grill-forward plates. While it carries an elevated price point, the format remains casual and convivial, fitting evenings that emphasize taste and transparency over formality.
Ordering Tips
Approach the counter first: fish are displayed on ice and priced by weight, and you select the piece you want cooked. Ask staff about the catch's origin and recommended portion sizes per person to avoid surprises on the bill. For a canonical Milos experience, try signature preparations such as the Milos Special or simply grilled whole fish to appreciate the quality; Grilled Octopus and a classic Greek Salad are reliable starters or accompaniments. Plan to share whole fish with your table so you can sample texture and flavor across preparations, and let the staff guide cooking method and seasoning.
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 11:30 am–3 pm, 4:30–11 pm
- Tuesday
- 11:30 am–3 pm, 4:30–11 pm
- Wednesday
- 11:30 am–3 pm, 4:30–11 pm
- Thursday
- 11:30 am–3 pm, 4:30–11 pm
- Friday
- 11:30 am–3 pm, 4:30–11 pm
- Saturday
- 12–11 pm
- Sunday
- 12–10 pm
Location
1 Regent Street Saint James's, London SW1Y 4NW, United Kingdom · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Cross-shop Milos London against Pearl's other London restaurant pages if you are choosing by occasion, setting, or cuisine. If Greek seafood is the priority, compare it with the source-country options Pearl covers in Mykonos and Halkidiki; if the trip extends beyond London, use the UK restaurant pages to compare destinations and styles.
Restaurant context
When Milos London is the right fit
Choose this page when you are evaluating a London restaurant for Greek seafood, a business lunch, or a celebratory dinner in a polished St James's setting. It is especially relevant if you want the meal to centre on fresh whole fish selected according to the day's supply, rather than a fixed menu expectation.
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Compare Milos London
| Option | Best understood as | Why consider it | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milos London | Greek seafood in St James's | Whole fish priced by weight, with a polished setting and recognised European ranking. | 2026 OAD Casual in Europe Recommended2025 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #3282024 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #321 |
| Almiriki | Greek seafood in Mykonos | A source-country comparison for the same broad cooking tradition. | No published awards |
| Ór.os Restaurant Menu | Greek seafood in Halkidiki | Another source-country reference when exploring Greek seafood beyond London. | No published awards |
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is Milos London?
Milos London is at 1 Regent Street, Saint James's, London SW1Y 4NW.
What kind of food does Milos London serve?
It serves Greek seafood, with a fresh whole-fish format priced by weight.
What are Milos London's opening hours?
Monday to Friday, it is open from 11:30 am to 3:00 pm and 4:30 pm to 11:00 pm. Saturday is 12:00 pm to 11:00 pm, Sunday is 12:00 pm to 10:00 pm. Check current details before visiting.
