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Mandolin Aegean Bistro Menu: Greek & Turkish Mezze in Miami

The full Mandolin Aegean Bistro menu -- the mezze-driven Greek and Turkish restaurant tucked into a whitewashed courtyard in Miami's Buena Vista / Design District since 2009. Below: what Aegean cuisine actually means, the small plates the room is built around, every main and side, the vegetarian picks, published drink prices, and how Mandolin compares to other Mediterranean spots.

Aegean · Greek & TurkishMezze-style small platesBuena Vista, MiamiOpen since 2009MICHELIN Guide listed
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Sample · $$$

Signature items

Baked FetaMeze
Grilled OctopusMeze
Manti DumplingsMain
Whole Sea BassMain
Tuna Crudo$26
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Quick answers

Mandolin Aegean Bistro, in one glance

The questions people ask most before booking Mandolin -- cuisine, must-order dish, signature main and what a meal runs.

Cuisine
Aegean (Greek + Turkish)

The shared coastal cooking of Greece and Turkey -- mezze, grilled seafood and lamb.

Must-order
Baked Feta

Slab of feta baked with heirloom tomato, Greek oregano and sumac -- the dish the room is known for.

Signature main
Whole Grilled Sea Bass

Mediterranean sea bass grilled with Aegean olive oil, lemon and oregano.

Typical spend
$50-$100 / person

Upscale-casual ($$$). Best shared mezze-style. Food prices not published online.

What is Aegean food

One coastline, two cuisines -- Greek and Turkish on the same table

Mandolin's menu is organized around the Aegean Sea, the coastline shared by western Turkey and eastern Greece. That's why a single meal moves from Greek tzatziki, taramasalata and spanakopita to Turkish lahmacun, manti dumplings and Ali Nazik without any sense of contradiction -- along that coast, these are neighboring traditions, not rival ones.

The format is mezze: a spread of small plates meant to be shared, arriving as they're ready rather than in courses, anchored by grilled seafood, wood-fired vegetables and lamb. House-baked bread comes to the table in small brown paper bags. It's meant to be ordered generously and passed around.

2009Opened
2Cuisines
$$$Price tier
MiamiDesign District
Signature dishes

The dishes Mandolin is known for

Ranked by long-standing reputation from Miami dining coverage and the restaurant's own menu. Mezze and mains you'll see recommended again and again.

  1. 1Baked FetaHeirloom tomatoes, Greek oregano and sumac -- Mandolin's calling card.Meze
  2. 2Grilled OctopusCharred over the wood fire; a long-running signature.Meze
  3. 3Manti DumplingsMinced-beef dumplings, garlic yogurt, Aleppo pepper, burnt butter.Main
  4. 4KoefteGrilled sirloin meatballs, Turkish-style.Meze
  5. 5Cheese SaganakiPan-seared Greek cheese finished with lemon.Meze
  6. 6Whole Sea BassGrilled with Aegean olive oil, lemon and oregano.Main
Vegetarian

Best vegetarian plates at Mandolin

The mezze section is unusually vegetarian-friendly -- a full meal is easy to build from small plates and salads alone.

  1. 1Greek & Turkish SamplersTzatziki/taramasalata/tirokafteri or hummus/tomato/eggplant with crudite.Meze
  2. 2Baked FetaVegetarian, one of the most-ordered plates.Meze
  3. 3Roasted BeetsTahini yogurt, sesame, mint.Meze
  4. 4Eggplant CarpaccioFigs, balsamic, mizithra cheese.Meze
  5. 5Grilled Halloumi & WatermelonBasil, lambrusco vinaigrette.Salad
  6. 6SpanakopitaSpinach and feta in flaky phyllo.Meze
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All seven menu sections, with item counts.

Mezes (Small Plates)18 itemsSalads3 itemsFlatbreads & Sandwiches4 itemsMain Courses8 itemsSides4 itemsCocktails & Zero-Proof4 itemsBeer & Cider5 items
The full menu

Mandolin Aegean Bistro full menu

Every dish from Mandolin's published menu, grouped by section. Tags flag vegetarian items. Drink prices are shown where Mandolin publishes them.

About prices. Mandolin Aegean Bistro does not publish full per-dish food prices online, so most food items below are listed without a price -- the dish names and descriptions come directly from the restaurant's own menu. The few prices shown (one crudo and the drinks) are the figures Mandolin publishes. Third-party guides estimate a typical spend of $50-$100 per person before drinks. Confirm current prices with the restaurant before ordering.
Drink prices

Cocktails, beer and cider (published prices)

Unlike the food menu, Mandolin publishes its bar prices. Below are the current listed prices for cocktails, the zero-proof option, beer and cider. The wine list is extensive (Greek, Turkish and European, roughly $15 a glass and up).

DrinkTypePrice
Mandolin 'Mavrogato' PilsnerAegean pilsner (house label)$10
FixGreek lager$12
Tripping Animals 'Ever Haze'Hazy IPA$12
Bomonti (500ml)Turkish lager$14
Lapo's NegroniZero-proof cocktail (8oz)$15
Aegean White SangriaGlass$22
Aegean White SangriaPitcher$79
Athenian SpritzCocktail$24
Karpouzi FrescoWatermelon, mint, prosecco$24
Cidrerie du Vulcain (750ml)Swiss pear cider$96

Prices as published by Mandolin at last review (May 2026). The full wine program spans Coravin pours, sparkling, champagne, white, orange, rose, red and large-format bottles -- ask for the current list.

How it compares

Mandolin vs. other Greek & Mediterranean spots

Where Mandolin sits against the Mediterranean options people weigh it against -- from fast-casual bowls to fellow sit-down seafood.

MandolinCAVANick the GreekAlmyra
StyleAegean sit-downMed. fast-casualFast-casual GreekGreek-Med seafood
FormatMezze / sharedBuild-a-bowlPita / bowlsSeafood plates
Price tier$$$$$$$$$$
SignatureBaked feta / octopusGrain bowls, dipsGyro, souvlakiWhole grilled fish
SettingCourtyard bistroCounter-serviceCounter-serviceSit-down

CAVA and Nick the Greek are fast-casual and far cheaper; Almyra is the closest sit-down peer for grilled seafood. Mandolin's distinction is the deliberate Greek-plus-Turkish Aegean blend, served mezze-style.

About Mandolin

A blue door in Buena Vista, open since 2009

Mandolin Aegean Bistro was opened in 2009 by husband-and-wife team Ahmet Erkaya and Anastasia Koutsioukis, who set out to recreate the food of the Aegean coast they both grew up near -- his Turkish, hers Greek. The result is a genuinely bi-national menu served in a converted 1940s house with a whitewashed facade, a blue door and a courtyard shaded by mature trees, orchids and slow-turning fans.

It has become one of the Design District's most enduring restaurants and is recognized in the MICHELIN Guide for Miami. The room is casual but the cooking is precise -- wood-fired seafood, house-baked bread and a deep Mediterranean wine list.

  • Address: 4312 NE 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33137
  • Neighborhood: Buena Vista / Design District
  • Opened: 2009
  • Owners: Ahmet Erkaya & Anastasia Koutsioukis
  • Style: Aegean mezze, wood-fired, courtyard
  • Recognition: MICHELIN Guide (Miami)
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Nick the Greek menu prices

Gyros, souvlaki and Greek bowls from the West Coast fast-casual chain. Quick, casual Greek versus Mandolin's sit-down mezze.

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Agha Turkish Restaurant menu

Turkish mezze, kebabs and pide -- the Turkish half of Mandolin's Aegean identity explored on its own.

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Almyra Restaurant menu

Greek-Mediterranean seafood with whole grilled fish -- the closest peer to Mandolin's sea bass and grilled-seafood side.

$$$ · Sit-down
Common questions

Mandolin Aegean Bistro -- frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Mandolin's food, prices, location, vegetarian options and the people behind it.

What kind of food does Mandolin Aegean Bistro serve?

Mandolin serves Aegean cuisine -- the shared coastal cooking of Greece and Turkey. The menu is built around mezze (small plates) such as baked feta, grilled octopus, koefte and spanakopita, followed by mains like whole grilled Mediterranean sea bass, beef souvlaki, lamb chops and manti dumplings. It is best approached as a shared, mezze-style table rather than a plated three-course meal.

Where is Mandolin Aegean Bistro located?

Mandolin is at 4312 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33137, in the Buena Vista neighborhood beside the Miami Design District. It is recognizable by its blue door and whitewashed facade, with most seating in a leafy outdoor courtyard shaded by mature trees.

How much does dinner at Mandolin cost per person?

Mandolin is a $$$ (upscale-casual) restaurant. Third-party guides put the typical spend around $50-$100 per person before drinks, depending on how many mezze and mains you share. Mandolin does not publish full per-dish food prices online, so the exact totals shown on the physical menu can vary -- confirm current pricing with the restaurant.

Does Mandolin Aegean Bistro have vegetarian options?

Yes -- the mezze section is especially vegetarian-friendly. The Greek and Turkish samplers, baked feta, roasted beets with tahini yogurt, eggplant carpaccio, zucchini chips, wood-oven mushrooms, cheese saganaki, spanakopita, the Greek village salad and grilled halloumi with watermelon are all vegetarian, plus vegetable-forward sides like lemon potatoes and sauteed spinach.

What are the most popular dishes at Mandolin?

Long-standing favorites include the baked feta with heirloom tomato and sumac, grilled octopus, manti dumplings with garlic yogurt and burnt butter, koefte, cheese saganaki, spanakopita, beef souvlaki and the whole grilled Mediterranean sea bass. House-baked bread served in small paper bags accompanies the small plates.

Who owns Mandolin Aegean Bistro and when did it open?

Mandolin was opened in 2009 by husband-and-wife team Ahmet Erkaya and Anastasia Koutsioukis. Ahmet is from Turkey and Anastasia has Greek roots, and the restaurant deliberately blends both traditions -- which is why the same menu carries Greek meze alongside Turkish lahmacun, manti and Ali Nazik.

Is Mandolin Aegean Bistro in the Michelin Guide?

Yes. Mandolin Aegean Bistro is listed in the MICHELIN Guide for Miami as a recommended restaurant, recognized for its authentic Aegean cooking and courtyard setting. Listing status and any distinctions can change year to year -- check the current MICHELIN Guide for the latest.

Does Mandolin take reservations and is there outdoor seating?

Yes to both. Mandolin takes reservations (widely available through Resy and OpenTable) and is known for its whitewashed outdoor courtyard with mature trees, orchids and an outdoor bar. Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends and during Miami's peak winter season.

What drinks does Mandolin serve?

Mandolin has a full bar with Aegean-leaning cocktails such as the Athenian Spritz and Karpouzi Fresco (watermelon, mint, prosecco), an Aegean white sangria by the glass or pitcher, and a zero-proof Lapo's Negroni. The beer list features its own Mandolin 'Mavrogato' Aegean pilsner alongside Greek Fix lager and Turkish Bomonti, plus an extensive Greek, Turkish and European wine list.

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