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November 15 2025

Sea, Salt, and Santorini Flavors: A Miami Waterfront Dining Story

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There’s something magical that happens when salt from the sea meets the flavors of the Mediterranean. In Greece, dining by the water isn’t just about location — it’s a way of life. Meals stretch slowly into sunset, dishes are shared like stories, and flavors reflect the harmony between land and sea.

Now, imagine experiencing that Santorini feeling without ever stepping on a plane — right here in Sunny Isles Beach, Miami, at a waterfront restaurant where the ocean sparkles, the breeze carries hints of oregano and grilled lemon, and every dish tastes like a postcard from Greece.

Welcome to Mykonos Kitchen & Bar, Miami’s most authentic escape to the Aegean.

A Taste of Santorini — Recreated in Miami

At first glance, Miami and Santorini might seem worlds apart. But look closer, and you’ll see the parallels — the ocean breeze, the sun-soaked days, the vibrant culture, and the love for outdoor living and waterfront dining.

So it’s no surprise that Mediterranean food feels so perfectly at home on the Miami waterfront. And at Mykonos Kitchen & Bar, every detail — from the décor to the menu — is designed to whisk you away to the islands of Greece.

Here, dining is not just eating.
It’s coastal living, reimagined.

The Spirit of Greek Coastal Dining

In Greece, meals aren’t rushed. They unfold slowly, often starting with a table full of Mediterranean appetizers — tzatziki, hummus, dolmades, creamy taramasalata, grilled halloumi, and warm traditional pitas passed around the table.

As the plates arrive, so does conversation. Laughter grows, glasses clink, and time seems to pause — all against the backdrop of sunlit water, just like here at our waterfront view restaurant in Miami.

It’s authentic.
It’s emotional.
It’s Greek.

Signature Flavors that Taste Like the Sea

🐙 Charcoal-Grilled Octopus

Tender, smoky, kissed with olive oil, oregano, and lemon — a dish that reflects both the Aegean and the Atlantic.

🐟 Grilled Branzino

A Mediterranean classic — butterflied, flame-grilled, infused with herbs, and served with light greens. A perfect harmony of land and sea.

🥙 Traditional Greek Meze

Spanakopita, saganaki, tzatziki, and pita to share — because Greek dining is all about community.

🥗 Santorini-Inspired Salads

Tomatoes bursting with sweetness, cucumbers, olives, red onions, capers, and creamy feta — as fresh as a summer breeze.

These are not just recipes — they are memories of seaside dining in Greece, skillfully brought to the Miami waterfront.

Where Atmosphere Equals Flavor

One of the reasons people fall in love with dining at Mykonos Kitchen & Bar is the ambiance. Whether seated indoors surrounded by coastal-chic décor, or outside on our terrace overlooking the shimmering water, guests feel as if they’ve stepped into an elegant Mykonos evening.

🌊 The view makes every plate taste fresher.
🍃 The sea breeze makes every sip feel cooler.
🎶 The music warms the soul.
🍽 The food brings it all together.

This isn’t just waterfront dining in Miami — it’s Santorini living, Miami-style.

Why Miami Is the Perfect Home for Greek Cuisine

Both Miami and Greece share an appreciation for:

✔ Fresh seafood
✔ Outdoor dining
✔ Laid-back lifestyle
✔ Sun, laughter, and sharing plates
✔ Meals that turn into experiences

Miami locals and travelers love coming to Mykonos Kitchen & Bar because it doesn’t feel like a restaurant — it feels like a destination. A little slice of Greece by the water.

With Mediterranean food, elegant cocktails, grilled seafood, and a breathtaking waterfront view, every visit feels like a mini vacation.

✨ Sea. Salt. Santorini flavors.
You don’t need to cross the ocean to taste the Mediterranean —
you just need a table by the water at Mykonos Kitchen & Bar.