Mykonos on the Bay

#01-10 Quayside Isle 31 Ocean Way, Sentosa Cove 6334 3818 | mykonosonthebay.com

The scene: This semi-alfresco, pet-friendly restaurant fronts the prime harbour location of Sentosa Cove. The backdrop of yachts docked at the bay paints a picturesque setting from wherever you’re seated. One tip is to visit in the evening when it’s not too hot; we were there at 6pm on a Sunday and it was the perfect time to watch the sun go down. The atmosphere is casual and family-friendly, yet romantic at the same time, thanks to the stunning views and white-and-blue interiors inspired by Greece and the sea.

The food: Start with the Mykonos dip platter ($26), a trio of tzatziki (Greek yoghurt with garlic, dill and cucumber), taramosalata (cured fish roe), melitzanosalata (roasted eggplant) and handmade pita bread. My favourite appetiser, though, was the hummus ($17), which was fresh and light, yet incredibly tasty.

For mains, go for the pita gyros ($27.50), a generous serving of pork belly shaves, tzatziki, hand-cut fries and pita bread. It’s super filling, making it great for sharing. If you’re a fan of lamb, the giaourtlou ($33) will tick all the right boxes. The rich and gamey flavour of the minced lamb was beautifully offset by the layer of Greek yoghurt slathered on the meat.

Those with a sweet tooth will enjoy the pagoto giaourti ($14.90), a simple yet satisfying combination of Greek yoghurt and honey ice cream, with walnuts and light sponge cake. Another must-try is the iconic baklava ($15.90), pistachio pastry rolls bathed in a honey syrup.