Moro

Moró: A new project blending Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine from the renowned duo of Glen Ballis and Arkady Novikov.

The famous duo is back together. In the historical center of Moscow, Moró (meaning "baby" in Greek) has opened – a cozy restaurant offering a contemporary and comfortable mix of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern culinary traditions. There are no complicated dishes or experimental gastronomy here; only what we expect from classic, comforting Mediterranean cuisine.

Moró is located on Kamergersky Lane, where almost every building has a history and creates a unique atmosphere. The restaurant itself has its own artistic soul, with a passion for beauty, comfort, and the art of enjoying everyday life. Everything is built on details – soft lighting, natural, slightly rough textures that are still tactile, and a color palette reminiscent of sand shimmering in the sun. The floor features unique handmade tiles, the corners are adorned with artifacts of craftsmanship, and the tables are decorated with vintage candle holders that the restaurant team members themselves sought out. Interior designer Yevgenia Uzhegova (Loro, Eva, Insider, Avocado Queen, Muse, LILA, etc.) created a space inspired by handcrafted work. You feel like you've stepped into a ceramics workshop, with the sound of the waves outside.

Menu highlights: * Pide (500 rubles) - *Price updated.* * Grilled Halloumi (590 rubles) - *Price updated.* * Zucchini chips (390 rubles) - *Price updated.* * Feta with Uzbek tomatoes, radish, and sweet red onion (590 rubles) - *Price updated.* * Assorted vegetables served as a dip with stracciatella (500 rubles) - *Price updated.* * Greek keftedes (490 rubles) - *Price updated.* * Greek lasagna made with bucatini pasta, Bolognese sauce, béchamel, Parmesan, and, of course, feta (650 rubles) - *Price updated.* * Pistachio baklava (550 rubles) - *Price updated.*

The wine list features wines from various regions and styles, including classic Old World wines paired with unique wines from Greece and Turkey. The cocktails combine a variety of herbs, fruits, and lesser-known Mediterranean ingredients. For example, the bar menu includes ouzo, a traditional Greek anise-flavored liqueur, which the team makes themselves. Each cocktail also has a story. The Rada cocktail (meaning "joy" in Serbian), made with plum rakia, plum cordial, and pineapple, embodies the Serbian tradition of enjoying rakia in both happy and sad moments – a tradition that dates back to when ancient Slavs arrived in the territory of modern Serbia and discovered vineyards left behind by the ancient Greeks and Romans (800 rubles). Another option is the Evr cocktail, made with sherry, tarragon liqueur, feijoa, elderflower, and yuzu (600 rubles). Evr is the Greek god of the east wind, and the cocktail is as fresh, slightly wild, and subtly spicy as the wind itself. Finally, the Pomona cocktail, named after the Greek goddess who protects gardens and fruit trees, is made with pear rakia, apple liqueur, and aquafaba (700 rubles).

In the summer, Moró offers a cozy terrace with beautiful facades, reminiscent of a Cypriot scene, evoking a sense of relaxation and tranquility. The terrace is adorned with Greek-style tablecloths with hand embroidery, a blooming garden, and handcrafted vases. At Moró, life is vibrant, and in keeping with the traditions of the Mediterranean coast, every moment is savored.