Mykonos, Greek cuisine — Restaurant in Playa del Carmen

On my last day of vacation I found this Greek restaurant. Being well versed in Greek cuisine and having worked as a waiter at Milos in my younger days (which is for those who don't know a fancy high-end Greek place that has restaurant in at least 5 major cities around the world) I wasn't expecting much but I had been wanting octopus tacos for my whole trip and I wouldn't find any so I decided to try their Octopus with balsamic vinaigrette. I got to say I was pleasantly surprised by my order. Greek cuisine being about simplicity and freshness it was important for every ingredient to be spot on and I was delighted to get exactly that. I know how Greek people are (I admire and dislike them at the same time for that) but here the atmosphere was welcoming, easy going, genuine and also somehow appropriate for Playa Del Carmen. My beer was served with an ice cold mug which was a first for me here in Mexico and the service smooth and not pushy at all. I think Imma go back tonight and try their fish. Nothing bad to say although I perhaps would have liked a piece of bread to clean my plate but it was so hot outside that I didn't care to ask. Legit Greek cuisine! 490MXN for a generous plate and a beer. Apologies for the picture as I couldn't wait to take a few bites before taking it.

Reading other people's reviews there seems to be confusion with Milos. This isn't Milos. The same plate would have costed at least twice the price although the quality was comparable. This place's name is Mykonos and from what I understand looking at other pictures they changed their name. Possibly they thought they would get away with it and eventually got told. Seems like a typical Greek move lol. Doesn't matter to me it...

I've had Greek food many times in Greece and other cities around the world and this place is pretty darn good until our most recent meal.

For the appetizers we had the Tzatziki, as before awesome! Perfect! Love this stuff.

For dinner we ordered the lamb ribs and meat beef kabob. The lamb had wonderful flavors but was way....over cooked, I mean they killed it twice. I gave it away to my friend who likes well done meat.

The kabob was way...to spicy. Way! I love love love spicy, I grow my own peppers, etc. but this was over the top to the point you could not taste the meat, ruined it. We asked the owner what he did to it and he said he used cayenne. Obviously too much.

My other friends ordered the chicken gyro and they all said it was overcooked. They all ate them but said they were not that good.

I think the cook/chef screwed things up last night, I've been here 3 other times and did not have this bad of an experience. I feel bad because I recommended this place.

The services was great, prompt, attentive and helpful. I love the location, right near the beach on 38th and a great place to sit and people watch.

Would I go here again? Probably since the last 3 times the food...

My absolute most favorite restaurant in Playa del Carmen (visited several days in a row). Conveniently located just a block or so from 5th, and just steps from the beach.

Checked it our while on vacation with a Greek friend and she confirmed they are indeed legit!

The service was attentive and friendly. Owner seated at a table nearby, he’s even been known to serve the saganaki. Huge shot out to my fave waiter Joaquin. The food was fresh, bursting with flavor and well paced.

I highly recommend the Greek salad (two on the menu - both are awesome), sampler of Greek dips, gyro, and chicken kebabs. Also the baklava was sweet and tasty! Saganaki was a miss for my pal and I so I recommend skipping that - tho we do typically love that appetizer).

Definitely a must when you want some thing flavorful, healthy, and refreshing...