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Zylia: Greek-Cypriot Traditions at Covent Garden's Arcade

Nick Molyviatis and Barry Karacostas bring Greek-Cypriot flavours to Covent Garden's new Arcade development.

◆The Briefthe sixty-second version

Zylia opens in Covent Garden's Arcade on May 22
Nick Molyviatis and Barry Karacostas blend Greek-Cypriot flavours
Menu highlights: mezze, charcoal-grilled souvlaki, slow-roasted lamb kleftiko
50-seater venue features all-Greek wine list and regional cocktails

The full story below↓

The Concept

Nick Molyviatis, co-creator of Singburi 2.0 and former head chef at Kiln, joins forces with Barry Karacostas to open Zylia. This Greek-Cypriot taverna will sit within the new Arcade food hall in Covent Garden, blending Greek and Cypriot gastronomic traditions. Zylia aims to evoke the spirit of the tavernas from Molyviatis's childhood, enriched by Karacostas's Cypriot heritage. Opening on May 22, it promises a menu crafted to reflect both cultures' shared and unique aspects.

What to Expect

Zylia's offering begins with mezze: roasted aubergine melitzanosalata, tyrokafteri with feta and green chilli, and spanakopita. The charcoal grill is central, delivering pork and chicken souvlaki and grilled aubergine with anari cheese. Larger plates feature slow-roasted lamb kleftiko and whole fish, paired with olive oil chips. Desserts maintain tradition with karidopita walnut cake and galaktompoureko. Drinks include an all-Greek wine list and cocktails with regional influences. The room, a 50-seater with a dedicated entrance on Bedford Street, blends the lively atmosphere of Athens and Cyprus.

The Verdict

Zylia brings a slice of the Mediterranean to Covent Garden. Visit for the souvlaki and stay for the Greek wines. Opt for the slow-roasted lamb to truly savour the experience.

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Zylia: Greek-Cypriot Traditions at Covent Garden's Arcade

The Concept

What to Expect

The Verdict

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