An inland table with Cretan and Santorinian roots
Metaxi Mas is the kind of restaurant that rewards leaving the cliff villages. The menu brings Cretan influence together with Santorinian ingredients: smoked pork, local cheeses, legumes and slow-cooked dishes sit alongside seasonal specials. Portions and flavours are generous, and the setting above Exo Gonia feels convivial rather than ceremonial.
Demand is high and the restaurant operates seasonally, so reserve and verify current opening before travelling across the island. A taxi or designated driver is sensible, particularly if sharing raki or wine. Combine dinner with Panagia Episkopi or an inland village walk to make the journey more than a single booking.
Good to know
Greek cooking, Cretan influence, Inland, and Reservations
