The owner of Carnegie Diner & Cafe has a new concept heading to Midtown. Stathis Antonakopoulos is planning to open Delos at 1185 Sixth Avenue in Midtown this fall, as first reported by Eater NY.
Originally from Greece, Antonakopoulos is returning to his roots for this concept.
“One of the things that I love is Greek food,” Antonakopoulos told What Now New York. “I always wanted to have my own Greek restaurant that is a little different from Milos and Avra, which are more high-end and expensive. My goal is to bring that high-quality food at an affordable price.”
While the menu is still in development, expect to see traditional Greek plates with a modern twist. Both fresh fish and meat will play key roles in signature dishes.
Delos’s name offers a nod to an island that played a key role in Greek mythology.
“In the mythology, Delos was the birthplace of Artemis, the goddess of hunt, and Apollo, the god of music,” Antonakopoulos said. “I tried to marry art into the food by having all these phenomenal dishes we are designing.”
The design of the space will feature a modern, clean look with a warm, homey feeling. For Antonakopoulos, this concept is all about helping people love the Mediterranean diet.
Expect more information on the opening date and the menu in the coming weeks.
“We’re extremely excited to put our first location in New York City,” Antonakopoulos said. “I’m going back to my roots and where I started.”
