This summer, Maona Monte-Carlo has reimagined itself with the spirit of Mykonos – and the result is a sensory voyage filled with bold Mediterranean flavours, euphoric ambiance, and cocktail craft at its finest. From the moment you arrive, it’s clear: this is not just a meal, it’s a lingering, sunlit celebration you won’t want to end.
It’s not often that a restaurant experience can truly transport you, but Maona Monte-Carlo has pulled it off with grace, flavour and flair. Now decked in Cycladic white and sea-blue, the restaurant’s latest concept From Mykonos to Monte-Carlo delivers exactly what it promises: a journey to the Aegean, without ever leaving the Riviera.
The revamped terrace is as striking as the views, with each table positioned to capture the sea breeze and rhythm of the setting, and set with individually crafted tableware that reflects the venue’s quiet attention to detail.
Come hungry, stay a while
The menu, helmed by Chef Erwan Miziane, is a love letter to Greek cuisine. For me, the real stars of the menu were the starters — each one a standout, each one impossible to resist. The tarama with warm pita was ethereal, whipped to perfection, while the fried courgette flowers arrived golden and delicate, their anthotyros filling offering a subtle, creamy contrast. The tiropita was an unexpected feta delight — flaky pastry, kissed with honey and preserved lemon, textured with walnuts. The spicy salmon had a smoky kick that paired beautifully with pickled kumquats, and the potatoes with feta, honey and oregano were a comforting twist on a classic, sweet and savoury in perfect balance.
By the time the seafood orzo arrived, generous with flavour and fragrant with herbs, I was grateful I had saved room.
Dessert was a joyful finale: loukoumades — light, sticky, irresistable golden donuts — and strawberries with ouzo, balsamic and shards of crisp meringue, a sweet, herbal lift to close the meal.
The cocktail menu at Maona is a journey in itself, crafted with the same devotion as the food, and infused with house-made syrups, herbaceous notes, and bold Mediterranean character. Each creation feels like a sip of Mykonos, echoing the flavours on the plate in both spirit and precision.
Whether you come for the feast or the mixology, Maona delivers a taste of the Cyclades in every detail.
More than a meal – a mood
There’s a moment in the afternoon when the music swells, a barrel of ceramic plates emerges, and guests are invited to break one or two — true to Greek tradition. It’s not gimmicky. It’s joyful. It’s a celebration of release, of being present, of letting loose under a Mediterranean sun with your shoes off and your spirits high.
Maona isn’t a place you rush through. It invites you to linger, to laugh, to let the afternoon melt into early evening. You’ll leave lighter, sun-kissed, and probably planning your next visit before you’ve even paid the bill.
Where Greek soul meets Riviera rhythm
Maona Monte-Carlo is open from 1pm to 6pm, Thursday to Sunday during the months of May, June, and September. In peak season, throughout July and August, the restaurant welcomes guests from Wednesday to Monday, maintaining the same afternoon hours.
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