A welcome new addition to Geelong’s restaurant scene, Mavs Greek Restaurant was a finalist in two categories at the 2019 Deakin University Geelong Business Excellence Awards.
Mavs made it to the final round in the Tourism and Hospitality and Best First Year Entry categories.
Mavs Restaurant burst onto Geelong’s burgeoning foodie scene in 2017 as part of the revitalisation of the Little Malop St’s ‘West End’ project.
The family-run business of Rhodes native Milton Mavromoustakos and wife Julia offers an “authentic“ Greek dining experience.
“In developing the Mavs’ brand the team decided to do something bold and different; instead of the typical olive branches and Greek columns, they paid homage to Milton’s family name, which means ‘black moustache’ in Greek,” says Mavs’ award entry.
“The brand has now become one of Geelong’s most recognisable, and Mavs is proud to support Movember each year, with Milton showcasing his trademark ‘mo’ to delighted customers.
“Located just off Little Malop St in a prime and accessible alcove, the building itself is styled with the traditional blues and whites of Greece and you really do feel like you’re dining in Santorini.
“Last year a flexible alfresco area was added, allowing customers to soak up the sun during summer, and tuck away for a cold, winter feast complete with outdoor heating.”
The extensive menu offers everything from saganaki and moussaka to traditional souvlaki, all hand-made and prepared on-site, the entry says.
Crowd favourites include the meze share platter, often accompanied by some traditional ouzo shots and Mav’s renowned zorba nights, complete with a belly dancer and bouzouki player and which sells out weeks in advance.
Milton says his personal welcome makes patrons feel like part of the family by the end of the night.
