Terminal 1 has a spot called Herbs & Olives you may miss
Herbs & Olives sits landside in Terminal 1, before security, and hardly shows up in online reviews, which usually means small footprint or new sign above an older counter. It’s listed as Local · Mediterranean, so expect simple Greek snacks more than full plates. Factor in that JMK is tiny and often crowded in July and August, so grabbing anything here still beats boarding a 2-hour flight on an empty stomach.
Because it’s pre-security, it works best if you arrive at least 90 minutes before a Schengen flight and want something quick before joining the check‑in lines. Pricing at similar Mykonos airport cafés hovers around €4–€5 for coffee and €6–€10 for basic sandwiches, and it’s reasonable to assume Herbs & Olives lands in that same band. Don’t expect table service; think counter, bottled drinks, and maybe packaged salads or pies.
You’re likely to see Greek staples like feta-based salads, olives in small tubs, and packaged breadsticks or rusks that travel well in a cabin bag. If there’s a spinach or cheese pie in the warmer for under €6, that’s usually the safest hot option at small Greek island airports. Skip anything that looks like it has been sitting in a display case for more than a few hours; food turnover in shoulder season (May and late September) can be slower than in August.
With zero detailed reviews, treat Herbs & Olives as a backup, not your only plan. Check what’s available at other Terminal 1 cafés within the same hall before committing, especially if you have dietary needs beyond “Mediterranean-ish.” One practical move: buy your water here landside for around €1–€1.50 a bottle so you’re not stuck with higher prices at the single airside kiosk after security.