Planning your vacation to Monemvasia and interested in the best restaurants there? Well, lucky for you, there is an enchanting place with a delectable choice of dining venues at hand to provide you with some soul food, plucked right out of the land. Holidays in Monemvasia at Kinsterna Hotel are all about the natural, earthly pleasures, shunning ostentatious displays of excess, and trying to reconnect with old-age simplicity through a luxury prism. That is amply evident as you stroll through the grounds, where every square inch has been utilized to its maximum capacity. So, if you fancy yourself a gourmand, or at the very least, a collector of acquired tastes, let us re-introduce you the best restaurants in Monemvasia.
Sterna Restaurant
First off, we present the award-winning Sterna – indubitably one of the best restaurants in Monemvasia, if not the most exclusive. It brings a Michelin-star experience to your table, with a Degustation Menu focused on the robustness of Greek flavors that showcases the exceptional craftsmanship of Kinsterna’s chefs and the exquisiteness of the ingredients used. It is the result of a fruitful collaboration with the renowned Trastelis Group and the renowned Athenian 2* Michelin restaurant ‘Spondi’. So, each Saturday, from mid-May to mid-September, you are treated to a superior gastronomic journey, enhanced by the enchanting atmosphere of the century-old cistern adorned with water lilies. If it sounds like something out of a fairytale, it does, because it is…
Star Chef Guest Appearances at Sterna
The emblematic Sterna Restaurant hosts our Epicurean Nights, they are something more than magical, where talented various chefs come and prepare an inspired feast of flavors. On June 29th, Chef George Hapsas paired his expertly crafted menu with fine wines from Monemvasia Winery, bringing the unique Monemvasian terroir to the fore. On July 6th, Chef George Kataras presented a sophisticated yet casual take on local gastronomy, complemented by wines from Semeli Estate. On July 13th, Arnaud Bignon of Spondi (2* Michelin), couples his French culinary finesse with exceptional wines from Vatistas Winery.
Coming up on July 27th, Chefs Dimitris Boutsalis and George Hapsas will collaborate on a Four Hands Dinner featuring Greek fine dining cuisine, carefully paired with Peloponessian varieties of Tselepos Wines. Spots are limited, so reserve your table today!
Mouries All-Day Restaurant
Next, we invite you to discover Mouries Restaurant, our main dining venue, under the cool shade of mulberry trees. Named after these trees, Mouries offers a serene outdoor setting with views stretching to the sea and Monemvasia rock, as well as a sophisticated indoor space. This all-day dining experience epitomizes authentic Greek & Mediterranean flavors with a sophisticated twist, using the freshest seasonal produce. The fertile soil and abundant water springs around Kinsterna Hotel yield a bounty of vegetables, fruits, and aromatic herbs, which, combined with the estate’s superior quality extra virgin olive oil and olives, form the cornerstone of each meal.
Local cheeses, fresh meats from the mountain villages of Parnonas, and the catch of the day from nearby fishermen further enhance the menu, thanks to Kinsterna’s strong ties with local producers. Every dish at Mouries pays homage to the rich culinary traditions of the Laconian region, celebrating simplicity and purity. The recipes, inspired by the wisdom and love of our grandmothers, bring forth a sense of nostalgia and childhood innocence.
Linos Tavern
Presenting the third of our best restaurants in Monemvasia at Kinsterna, Linos Tavern, which embodies the essence of wholesome, hearty meals and authentically rustic atmosphere, stripped of any formalities. Linos is full of charm and invites guests to experience a unique outdoor al-fresco setting. The restaurant is named after the traditional wine press, or “lino,” which stands proudly alongside an old stone olive oil press and a stone wood-fired oven, adding to its folklore-chic charm.
Surrounded by quince trees, pomegranates, and vines, Linos offers a picturesque backdrop for a meal you will definitely remember. The experience at Linos is more than just a meal; it is the essence of soul-food. It brings you back to the most beautiful version of homemade cuisine, where delicious flavors emerge from timelessly simple recipes, all enjoyed in a charming back-garden setting that feels more like home than home itself.
Tuck into fresh salads, country bread, vegetables from the hotel’s orchards, and local meats slow-cooked in the wood-fired oven. The simplicity of the dishes, combined with the full-bodied house wine, creates an inviting atmosphere where merry conversations and laughter are the order of the day.
Having chosen Monemvasia for your Greek escape means unlocking a very special region of the map, full of history and rugged charm; perhaps one of the most picturesque spots in all the country. Staying at Kinsterna Hotel affords you the chance to get to know the destination and its traditions in the most soulful way – with experience-based holidays to Peloponnese that immerse you into the local cultural wisdom and by indulging the fruits of the land at some of the best restaurants in Monemvasia. Will you be dining with us this summer?
