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FROM THE ARCHIVE · 2021
Cinque to Go Marousi — Fast Casual Wine Bar for the North of Athens
A look back at Cinque to Go Marousi in 2021: Greek wine, takeaway food and a fast casual approach shaped by changing daily habits.
Published 2021-11-04 · Cinque — The Greek Wine Journey
IN THIS ARTICLE
Cinque to Go Marousi represented a decisive step in the evolution of the Cinque concept, shaped by the realities and lessons of the quarantine and post-quarantine era.
As everyday habits changed and the need for flexibility became essential, Cinque introduced a new way to experience wine — accessible, informal, yet uncompromising in quality. With this location, the brand expanded beyond the city center, connecting with the Northern Suburbs and making wine, food and take-out culture part of daily life.
Born from a New Reality
The quarantine period reshaped how people gather, eat and drink. Home consumption, outdoor moments and delivery platforms became part of everyday routines.
Cinque to Go Marousi answered this shift with clarity and intention.
This location was created to:
– serve the Northern Suburbs efficiently
– make take-out wine and food more approachable
– bring the Cinque experience closer to where people live
Rather than replicating a classic wine bar model, Cinque adapted — without losing its identity.
Introducing the “Fast Casual Wine Bar” Concept
With Cinque to Go, the brand formally introduced the term fast casual wine bar.
This meant:
– carefully selected Greek wines, available to take away
– cheeses, charcuterie and delicacies prepared for home enjoyment
– seamless ordering through delivery platforms including Wolt
– a relaxed, modern service model that fits everyday life
Guests could pick up wine and food on their way home, order delivery, or create spontaneous wine moments without the formality of a sit-down experience.
Wine That Moves with the City
The Northern Suburbs offer something unique: open spaces, parks and urban areas where people naturally gather outdoors.
Cinque to Go Marousi embraced this lifestyle.
The concept supported:
– wine and food enjoyed at home
– casual outdoor gatherings in nearby parks
– social moments without strict structure
Wine became part of movement, not destination — something you carry with you, not something that confines you.
A Strategic Expansion with Clear Purpose
Cinque to Go Marousi was not an experiment.
It was a strategic response to consumer behavior, geography and lifestyle.
By focusing on take-out, delivery and fast casual service, Cinque:
– strengthened its presence beyond the city center
– connected with a younger, mobile audience
– showed that wine culture can adapt without losing depth
This location confirmed that Cinque is not defined by format, but by philosophy.
Cinque, Wherever Life Happens
Cinque to Go Marousi stands as a reminder that wine does not need ceremony to be meaningful.
It needs quality.
It needs honesty.
And it needs to meet people where they are.
Whether at home, in a park, or on the move, Cinque remains present — shaping a modern wine culture that feels natural, accessible and deeply human.