Maza is a Greek restaurant just off Berkeley Square that marks the first Mayfair project from the team behind Mazi and Suzi Tros in Notting Hill. Translating from ancient Greek as 'everyday bread,' the restaurant draws inspiration from the atmosphere of Athenian tavernas in the 1970s and 1980s, recreating their relaxed, sociable style of dining in a contemporary London setting. Generous portions, shared plates and a sense of ritual hospitality shape the experience, reflecting the traditions of Greek family meals where food is placed at the centre of conversation and gathering.
Interiors by David Archer combine natural materials with subtle references to Greek culture, while an open fire kitchen forms the focal point of the ground floor. Diners seated at the counter can watch the cooking process up close, from bread baking in the wood-fired oven to meat turning on the spit. Upstairs, a vinyl listening bar plays Greek records from the 1970s and 1980s, adding another layer to the restaurant’s nostalgic atmosphere.
The menu focuses on traditional Athenian dishes interpreted through family recipes and research trips to Greece. Homemade breads baked in the wood oven and the restaurant group’s well-known tarama set the tone, followed by dishes such as handmade pasta with sea urchin, honey-roasted tomatoes with goat’s cheese and thyme oil, and grilled meats prepared over open fire. Lamb shoulder is slow-roasted on the spit, while pork belly gyros are served tableside with pitta, tzatziki and accompaniments so diners can assemble their own wraps.
Desserts reference classic Greek sweets, including a pistachio baklava ice-cream sandwich and kazanDibi, a caramelised milk custard similar to crème caramel. Guests are welcomed with the restaurant’s namesake bread, reinforcing the idea of Maza as a place where dining begins with a shared table.
Drinks include a wine list dedicated entirely to Greek producers, with more than 150 bottles curated by Adrien Carré, while cocktails draw on Greek ingredients.