Ethimo – Monastic Pescetarian Cretan Gastronomy
Ammoudara Beach, Heraklion, Crete
A longevity-focused restaurant inspired by the wisdom of Cretan monastic cuisine,
seasonal plant-based cooking and seafood with the purity of extra virgin olive oil.
Adults Only Restaurant as a part of Alsus Boutique Hotel
ETHIMO Cretan Gastronomy Restaurant
Crete is known as one of the world’s Blue Zones, where people live longer through simplicity, olive oil, plant-forward nutrition and community.
Cretans are noted for lower rates of chronic disease, high consumption of olive oil, and a relaxed,, “siga-siga” (slowly-slowly), lifestyle.
At Ethimo, we reinterpret this wisdom through:
Seasonal Cretan abundance
Plant Protein & Wild Greens
Fresh fish and seafood
Mindful balance in every plate
Zero frying techniques
Natural fermentation & simplicity
No butter. No seed oils. Only extra virgin olive oil.
Ancient principles. Modern clarity.
Every dish delivers slow-release energy, clean protein and natural micronutrients for steady vitality and inner balance.
“Everyone stays for the atmosphere.”
You park comfortably.
You stay longer than you planned.
Some come for the longevity cuisine.
Some for the seafood.
Some for sushi and cocktails by the pool.
Some for our curated events and summer nights.
Everyone stays for the atmosphere.
You want to sit somewhere that breathes.
A garden with flowing water.
An open pool reflecting the evening sky.
Soft lights. Calm music. Space between tables.
Just minutes from Heraklion city center and only 100 meters from the sea, Ethimo feels far from everything — yet close to it all.
“ Ethimo is where balance meets pleasure. Where you feel lighter when you leave.”
