Restaurant Exo Gonia TavernaCretanLocal favouriteWine €€
A much-loved taverna in the inland village of Exo Gonia mixing Cretan and Santorinian recipes, with a long wine list. Book ahead in summer; it sits near the Agios Charalambos church with views towards the east coast.
Taverna
Cretan
Local favourite
Wine
The kitchenCretan meets Santorinian
Metaxy Mas in Exo Gonia mixes Cretan and Santorinian cooking with a curated wine list. The house favourites are Santorini fava, oven-baked white aubergine, fillet with Vinsanto sauce and boneless pork chops with orange sauce.
Local insider tipBookings are by phone only (+30 22860 31323) — call ahead, it is one of the island’s favourite tables.
The settingA courtyard below the church
Park by the church of Agios Charalambos and take the steps down from its forecourt to the restaurant’s relaxed courtyard.
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Photos: © Metaxy Mas — official website
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