About Harmony Ios
Carved into the golden cliffs above Mylopotas Beach on Ios Island, Harmony stands as one of the Ios's most distinctive venues, a place where traditional Mexican hacienda architecture meets Aegean sunsets, where live music drifts across terraces overlooking a 300-degree panorama of turquoise waters, and where couples discover that the most memorable celebrations blend unexpected cultural fusion with authentic island charm. As TripAdvisor's #1-ranked restaurant in Ios and a Travellers' Choice award winner, Harmony has earned its reputation through creating an atmosphere so magnetic that guests describe it as "the place where everyone leaves a little bit of themselves behind." The venue's hacienda-style house seems to grow from the rock face, occupying one of Mylopotas Beach's most enviable positions with sweeping views from Ios's southern coastline to the endless Aegean horizon. For couples planning weddings, Harmony presents a refreshing alternative to polished luxury resorts. This is where perfection means authentic joy, where carefully curated casualness creates space for genuine celebration rather than performance.
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Venue Spaces
Main Dining Terrace
Capacity: 100 guests guests
The heart of Harmony, this expansive terrace offers 300-degree views of Mylopotas Beach and the Aegean Sea. Perfect for both ceremonies and receptions, the space can be configured with traditional seated dining arrangements or opened up for cocktail-style celebrations. The terrace's elevation captures spectacular sunset views while maintaining connection to the beach atmosphere below. Live music stage positioned to provide entertainment without overwhelming conversation.
300-degree Aegean viewsSunset ceremony positioningLive music stageFlexible seating arrangementsOpen-air with covered sectionsBeach atmosphere
Little Thailand Lounge Area
Capacity: 40-50 guests guests
The lower section of Harmony features a relaxed bohemian atmosphere with bean bags, hammocks, day beds, and stairs cut into the cliff for ocean access. This casual space works beautifully as a pre-ceremony gathering area where guests can settle in with drinks, or a post-dinner lounge for late-night conversations under stars. The laid-back aesthetic contrasts perfectly with the formal dining terrace, giving weddings natural flow between structured and spontaneous moments.
Bean bags and hammocksDay bedsCliff stairs to oceanBohemian atmosphereGames area (bocci, backgammon)Swimming access
Amenities
Multi-level terrace with 300-degree Aegean views
Hacienda-style architecture carved into cliff
Direct Mylopotas Beach location
Live music stage and sound system
Little Thailand bohemian lounge area
Cliff stairs providing ocean access
Open-air dining with covered sections
Full bar with handcrafted cocktails
International chef team
Bean bags, hammocks, and day beds
Games area (bocci, backgammon)
Sunset viewing platform
Beach access
Multiple Areas
Services Offered
Wedding event coordination and planning
Custom Mexican-Greek fusion menu development
International chef team with fresh local ingredients
Full bar service with signature cocktails
Handcrafted drink menu and wine pairings
Live music curation (Greek traditional, acoustic, DJ)
Nightly live music from international performers
Sound system and technical setup
Ceremony setup and breakdown
Flexible seating arrangements
Off-site catering and bar services for villas
Portable bar services
Themed decorations available
Rehearsal dinner and welcome party hosting
Post-wedding brunch coordination
Bachelor/bachelorette party events
Transportation coordination from port
Vendor relationship facilitation
Dietary accommodation (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free)
Custom celebration packages
Good to Know
From port:4.8 km, 15 minutes
Frequently Asked Questions
Harmony accommodates up to 100 guests for weddings. The main dining terrace holds 80-100 for seated dinners or receptions, while the Little Thailand lounge area adds space for 40-50 additional guests in a more casual setting. We specialize in intimate to mid-size celebrations rather than large-scale events.
Harmony is Greece's only Mexican restaurant wedding venue, combining authentic Mexican cuisine with Greek island ingredients and atmosphere. Our 300-degree Aegean views, nightly live music culture, and bohemian-meets-luxury vibe create celebrations that feel authentically joyful rather than formally elegant. We're TripAdvisor's #1-ranked restaurant in Ios, so food quality is exceptional.
Our internationally trained chefs specialize in Mexican cuisine with Greek island influences. Wedding menus feature fresh-caught seafood, locally-sourced produce, and authentic Mexican techniques. We create custom menus blending both cultures—think grilled octopus with poblano cream, lamb with guajillo chilies, and Greek honey in Mexican desserts. We accommodate all dietary restrictions.
Yes! Live music is central to the Harmony experience. We feature talented musicians nightly from 6 PM to midnight. For weddings, we curate your soundtrack—traditional Greek musicians for ceremonies, acoustic sets during dinner, or DJs for dancing. Our Sunday Jam Sessions are legendary, and some couples time weddings to coincide with these weekly celebrations.
We operate May through October, with peak season June-September. The venue is open-air with covered sections but limited fully-enclosed space, so we recommend dry season weddings when rain is rare. September and early October offer excellent weather with fewer tourists and slightly cooler temperatures than peak summer.
Mylopotas Beach is 4.8 km (15 minutes) from Ios Port. Regular KTEL buses run every 20 minutes during summer, or we can arrange private transfers. The beach area has numerous accommodations within walking distance. Ios is reached by ferry from Santorini (35-45 minutes) or Athens/Piraeus.
Absolutely! Mylopotas Beach's infrastructure makes multi-day celebrations easy. We host welcome dinners, rehearsals, post-wedding brunches, and bachelor/bachelorette parties. The beach location means guests can enjoy downtime between events, and numerous nearby accommodations allow everyone to stay close.
Yes! If you prefer a private villa or alternative venue on Ios, we provide off-site catering and portable bar services. Our team brings the same quality food, handcrafted cocktails, and service to your chosen location anywhere on the island.
Wedding packages are customized to each couple. Typical inclusions: venue use, ceremony setup, custom menu development, bar service, live music coordination, event coordination, and staff. We work with you to create the celebration you envision rather than offering rigid packages.
For peak season (July-August) weddings, book 12-18 months ahead. Shoulder season (May-June, September-October) can often be arranged 6-9 months in advance. We're a popular restaurant, so exclusivity or dedicated sections require advance coordination.
The venue is primarily open-air with covered terrace sections. We have limited fully-enclosed indoor space. Rain is rare May-October (Ios averages 2-3 rainy days per month in season), but we recommend event insurance. Covered sections can accommodate most ceremonies and dinners, though the full 360-degree view experience is best in clear weather.
External photographers, videographers, and planners are welcome and we collaborate smoothly with island wedding professionals. Catering is exclusively in-house (our food is why couples choose us!), but we're flexible with entertainment, floristry, and other vendors. We maintain relationships with local suppliers and can provide recommendations.
Guest Reviews
Google Reviews
If you are coming to Ios you need to add this to your restaurant list of places to visit. The vibes are immaculate service is top tier and the food is the best Mexican we have had. Not to mentioned th...
From the moment we arrived, we were warmly greeted by the friendliest staff — such a lovely first impression! Service was impressively fast without compromising quality, and the food… absolutely delic...
The food is great, the staff very friendly and the service is excellent. I went there several times during my stay in Ios. The location up on the hill overlooking the bay, beach and mountains is just ...
Popped in on our last night for dessert (amazing chocolate lava cake!) and immediately regretted not stopping in sooner for other meals. The service and vibes and views were amazing.
TripAdvisor Reviews
The best brunch in IOS
Had a great last day at brunch with the family. Maria recommended some amazing brunch items like the chimichangas and the organic açai berry smoothie to go with it. Wow was it tasty! every bite was de...
Great food, great drinks.
Great food and good vibes. I loved the chicken tacos and the drinks were some of the best we’ve had! Maria was our hosts and she was lovely. View while you was is absolutely stunning.
Amazing venue
My daughter and I dined here the other evening and had a fabulous experience. From the friendly greeting when we first arrived, the service, live music and great food made it into an excellent night. ...
Amazing restaurant with view in Ios!
Amazing location on the island of Ios! The staff is lovely and the food is even better! Definitely go for the fried calamari, amazing, and also the prawn ceviche tostadas and the fish taco! Drinks are...
Wonderful time!
Maria took wonderful care of us. Food was great, and atmosphere was outstanding. We’ll certainly come back next time we’re in Ios
