Efisia
Greek Cuisine · Mikonos, Mykonos
Restaurant in Mykonos, Greece
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Cycladic Cooking Classics
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Efisia is a solid Mykonos pick when the brief is Greek cuisine in a beach-area setting with a credible 2026 Relais Chateaux Award signal. Book it for lunch if you want a calmer meal, or dinner for a special-occasion feel; choose a dedicated bar instead if cocktails are the main event.
About Efisia
Efisia is a Mykonos restaurant with Greek cuisine, Ilias Maslaris listed as chef/owner, daily hours from 12 PM to 12 AM, and a smart casual dress code. Its recognition includes a Relais Chateaux Award (2026).
Use it as a direct Greek-cuisine option in Mykonos.
Book it for Greek cooking, not for a cocktail-first night
Efisia makes the most sense when the group wants Greek cuisine in Mykonos. Avoid building the plan around a cocktail-led night.
The practical appeal is its schedule. Efisia is open daily from 12 PM to 12 AM, giving diners a broad window from midday through late evening. Choose the timing based on the rest of the Mykonos itinerary.
Where it fits among Mykonos Greek restaurants
Compared with BAOS Restaurant and Myconian Korali, Efisia is the pick when Greek cuisine, Ilias Maslaris, and the Relais Chateaux Award (2026) are the key facts guiding the decision. BAOS Restaurant and Myconian Korali are natural cross-shops if the group wants another Mykonos dining option, while Latitudes, Myconian Ambassador Thalasso Spa, and Old Mill may also belong on a broader Mykonos short list depending on the rest of the itinerary.
If the day needs more than one meal, compare Efisia with other Mykonos dining options and avoid relying on menu, price, or drinks claims.
Hours: daily 12 PM to 12 AM. Dress: smart casual. Best timing: choose a slot within the daily hours that fits your itinerary. Good for: diners who want Greek cuisine in Mykonos with Ilias Maslaris listed as chef/owner.
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- Hours
- Monday: 12 PM–12 AM · Tuesday: 12 PM–12 AM
- Location
- Πλατύς Γιαλός 846 00, Greece
- Reservations
- Book on the venue's website
- Website
- efisiamykonos.com
- Phone
- +30 2289 024166
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Efisia sits on the quieter side of Mykonos, where the island’s light and sea set a contemplative tone. The restaurant foregrounds Cycladic cooking that is spare by necessity rather than fashion: technique and produce take center stage, not props or hype. The proximity to Platis Gialos beach gives the room a warm, relaxed tempo: afternoons are flattened by the Aegean light and service favors attentive restraint. Guests find a setting that rewards listening to the food; the mood is intimate and classic, the kind of place that feels rooted in place rather than staged for social media.
Best For
Efisia is ideal for evenings when diners want the food to be the focal point: think date nights and special-occasion dinners that value restraint and provenance. Its position on Platis Gialos makes it a natural stop after a day by the sea, and the calm atmosphere suits couples and small groups who prefer conversation over spectacle. Because the kitchen emphasizes regional ingredients and deliberate technique, it works best for guests who arrive intending to taste and linger rather than rush through a meal.
Ordering Tips
Order with attention to seasonality and the island’s pantry: let straightforward preparations show their worth. The house’s signature plates, Myconian Lamb, Oxtail Sofrito, and Marinated Crayfish, are good anchors for a meal and illustrate the kitchen’s focus on ingredient and technique. Expect grilled fish or slow-cooked legume dishes to stand alone as complete statements; choose a few well-chosen plates to share so you can appreciate how the kitchen balances the Cyclades’ concentrated flavors.
Venue details
Ambiance
Candlelit al fresco dinners under the stars in a rough-hewn stone alcove with gentle glow and luxurious atmosphere.
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Vibe
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Experience
Sourcing
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Farm-to-table
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Tasting menu
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- Myconian Lamb
- Oxtail Sofrito
- Marinated Crayfish
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Πλατύς Γιαλός 846 00, Greece
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 12 PM–12 AM
- Tuesday
- 12 PM–12 AM
- Wednesday
- 12 PM–12 AM
- Thursday
- 12 PM–12 AM
- Friday
- 12 PM–12 AM
- Saturday
- 12 PM–12 AM
- Sunday
- 12 PM–12 AM
Location
Πλατύς Γιαλός 846 00, Greece · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Where to go if Efisia does not fit
Book BAOS Restaurant if the group wants another Mykonos Greek Cuisine option and the hotel setting is a plus. Choose Myconian Korali if convenience and a resort-dinner format matter more than a beach-side plan.
Restaurant context
How Efisia compares in Mykonos
Efisia is the stronger choice for diners who want Greek cuisine near Platis Gialos with an award signal attached. BAOS Restaurant and Myconian Korali are the closest Mykonos cross-shops for Greek Cuisine, especially if a hotel-restaurant setting is the priority. Choose Efisia when beach timing and a meal-focused plan matter more than a broader hotel itinerary.
Myconian Ambassador Thalasso Spa is the better fit when the meal is part of a resort day rather than the main event. Latitudes works as a comparison for readers who care more about setting and ease than a defined Greek Cuisine brief. For a Greek Cuisine alternative outside Mykonos, Old Mill is a useful reference point, though it is not a direct island substitute.
For securing a reservation, Efisia is the safer play than the restaurants that become plan-defining during peak island weeks. On ambiance, it suits a polished meal with some Mykonos energy; for a quieter, hotel-led Greek dinner, compare BAOS Restaurant and Myconian Korali before choosing.
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Compare Efisia
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Efisia | Mykonos | Greek Cuisine | 2026 Relais Chateaux Restaurants2025 Relais Chateaux Award |
| Myconian Ambassador Thalasso Spa | Platis Gialos | Greek | 2025 Relais Chateaux Award |
| Latitudes | Platis Gialos | No published awards | |
| BAOS Restaurant | Mykonos | Greek Cuisine | 2026 Relais Chateaux Restaurants2025 Relais Chateaux Award |
| Myconian Korali | Mykonos | Greek Cuisine | 2025 Relais Chateaux Award |
| Old Mill | Elounda | Greek Cuisine | 2026 Relais Chateaux Restaurants2025 Relais Chateaux Award |
How Efisia Mykonos compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Efisia good for a special occasion?
Efisia can be considered for a Mykonos meal when Greek cuisine, Ilias Maslaris as chef/owner, and the Relais Chateaux Award (2026) are important to you. The daily hours are 12 PM to 12 AM. For another Mykonos comparison, consider Myconian Korali.
What are alternatives to Efisia in Mykonos?
If you want to compare Efisia with other Mykonos options, look at BAOS Restaurant, Myconian Korali, Myconian Ambassador Thalasso Spa, Latitudes, or Old Mill. Efisia makes the most sense when you want Greek cuisine in Mykonos with Ilias Maslaris associated as chef/owner.
How far ahead should I book Efisia?
Efisia is open every day from 12 PM to 12 AM, so choose a time within that window based on your Mykonos itinerary.
Is Efisia good for solo dining?
Efisia can be considered by solo diners who want Greek cuisine in Mykonos and a broad service window. The daily hours are 12 PM to 12 AM. If you are comparing options, Old Mill is another Mykonos venue to consider.
What should I wear to Efisia?
Efisia lists a smart casual dress code. Choose polished but comfortable clothing suitable for a Mykonos meal. For another Mykonos comparison, Myconian Korali may also be worth considering.
Is lunch or dinner better at Efisia?
Efisia is open from 12 PM to 12 AM every day, but it does not provide separate lunch or dinner menus. Choose a midday or evening time based on your itinerary. If you are comparing other Mykonos options, Old Mill is one possible alternative.
