Found near Piccadilly Circus and set within the former British Columbia House in Westminster, Estiatorio Milos is a haven of sophisticated Greek and Mediterranean seafood. It’s an elegant space - decorated with pristine marble, Grecian urns, and light wood - imbued with a sense of modern formal refinement. With restaurants based across the world from New York to Dubai, Estiatorio Milos has developed a reputation for exceptional philoxenia, the Greek term for welcoming hospitality. It’s the kind of spot you’d happily visit for both a business lunch and an important date night.
Devised by chef Costas Spiliadis, food at Estiatorio Milos encourages sharing. The menu changes frequently, varying according to what is fresh and available at local fish markets. Along with oysters from the British Isles and caviar, guests can expect raw and cured fish dishes such as Bigeye tuna sashimi with yuzu kosho, dill, and extra virgin olive oil; avgotaraho, the gently cured roe of the grey mullet; and Faroe Island salmon tartare with Fresno chilli, shallot and basil.
Along with the canonical Milos classics such as Greek meze platter, grilled octopus, and stuffed calamari, anticipate satisfying fish and seafood plates. Think Dover sole and Fagri grilled until just pearlescent, salt-baked loup de mer, and simple fried sardines with plenty of lemon.
However, if you’re really going to celebrate, we recommend the lobster - sourced from the Bay of Fundy in Nova Scotia, it’s grilled to perfection and served with classic Athenian pasta, Astakomakaronada. Coupled with a fine selection of wines and signature cocktails, dining at Estiatorio Milos is a recipe for holiday nostalgia. You’ll also find a pre-theatre menu, with all the favourites and a selection of traditional Greek desserts, all at a remarkable price given the Waterloo Place location.