KRINAKI
Read moreThis is undoubtedly one of the best places on the island. In the quiet and relaxing village of Finikia, just behind the hustle and bustle of Oia, is this excellent traditional Greek taverna. And we insist on the traditional aspect, with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, a tasteful rustic decoration and above all a local and extremely tasty cuisine. Andreas, the young owner, makes a point of sourcing the best local products. The Imam Bayaldi (stuffed with aubergines) is simply exquisite.
FEREDINI
Read moreFeredini is the ideal place to dine in a romantic atmosphere on the caldera of Santorini facing the Aegean Sea. Between intimacy and conviviality on two levels, you will enjoy a creative and high quality Greek semi-gastronomic cuisine, which revisits the unconditional Mediterranean cuisine. You will also enjoy a fine list of local wines. We recommend you to book in advance to get the best placed tables with a view and spend a memorable evening. An address not to be missed.
CANDOUNI RESTAURANT & BAR
Read moreIn the garden of an old captain's house dating from 1825, you can find yourself under a bougainvillea by candlelight in one of the most romantic places in the village. Candouni offers a Mediterranean cuisine defending fresh and local products. Especially not to miss the lamb baked in a paper parchment. Authentic atmosphere where good food and good mood meet. The very friendly managers speak fluent French.
GIORGAROS FISH TAVERN
Read moreLet's share here a very good discovery, especially at the time of a big hunger, at the end of the Akrotiri Lighthouse road (Faros). Perfect, this family tavern offers an authentic, classic and very successful Greek cuisine. The ingredients are fresh and the fish is the catch of the day, unlike many restaurants in Fira. Moreover, the setting is particularly pleasant with a large terrace and a breathtaking view of the entire Caldeira. To top it all off, the prices on offer are particularly affordable.
AKTAION TRADITIONAL RESTAURANT
Read moreOne of the most venerable addresses on the island, founded in 1922 and handed down from father to son. Today, even though it is the oldest tavern in Santorini, it has lost none of its charm. Good typical dishes are served on the often crowded blue and white terrace. Baked lamb with potatoes and feta is a delight. When the tourists are less numerous, the owner and his customers will remake the world and tell you the history of the place.
ALMIRA RESTAURANT
Read moreThis is a Greek restaurant known for its particularly warm welcome. On the stove side, it will offer you a quality Greek cuisine. In the kitchen, they prepare delicious dishes, and all for a very affordable price. In short, a very good traditional address in Kamari that it would be a shame to miss. The decoration is also very pleasant, with a special mention for the walls decorated with old rural objects and the multitude of plants and flowers which bring a welcome touch of serenity to this place.
KYPRIDA
Read moreA restaurant with unique specialties on the island, quiet, away from the hustle and bustle of the crowd, with a beautiful terrace and a view of the sunset. The French-speaking staff serves dishes as they are offered in Cyprus, but also many traditional local or Greek dishes. The cuisine is homemade, using fresh, top quality produce, and is divided between a wide variety of vegetarian starters and main courses, starters and traditional dishes such as moussaka, a classic of the house, seafood and grilled food.
PETRA RESTAURANT
Read moreWith its sublime view over the caldera from the slopes of the village of Oia, Petra is the perfect restaurant for a honeymoon. The cuisine? Greek gastronomy revisited with a successful experimental touch. Here's an extract from the tasting menu: calamari with pistachio, lobster with leeks and lemongrass, prawns with wild mushrooms served in their own bisque, trout with onions and pickled celery, monkfish with celeriac, truffle and bergamot, honey ice cream... All served with sublime paired wines. A real firework display!
BACCHUS TAVERNA
Read moreOpen since 1958, this traditional family tavern offers Greek and local specialities made with fresh products: tomato keftedes, fava, caper leaf salads. A local wine list accompanies this authentic cuisine. Its shaded terrace facing the church of Kamari, and its position away from the sea front, make it an authentic place. The 9th of July and the 24th of September are very busy days and a folk dance show is held because of the religious celebrations in the area.
PELICAN KIPOS
Read moreIn an old green garden full of palm trees and flowers. A relaxation area to enjoy coffee, wine, ice cream or meals under the vines. Excellent cuisine. It is also recommended to visit the wine cellar which is a museum with more than 200 bottles, mainly from local production. A veritable vaulted cellar 10 m underground for 400 years, now open to the public. Live music on Tuesday and Wednesday at 22 pm. Bar-restaurant in the centre near the square, in the small street down next to the Pelican hotel. An address for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
MELINA'S
Read moreThis excellent family tavern always has two small fishing boats that provide the restaurant with fresh fish. The kitchen is not exceptional but it is mainly for the situation: feet in the water, calm, let's go to wellness.
ELLINIKON
Read moreA recently decorated restaurant located on the central square of Fira. From its open kitchen, you can see the numerous Greek dishes made home, mainly with meat and vegetables. It also makes it possible to put water in your mouth and choose more easily what you want. Good value for money.
FANARI
Read moreWith a bit of luck, you will find a table with a view of the Caldeira here without making a reservation, which is still difficult because there are a lot of people. Fanari's major asset is its panoramic and plunging view on the Caldeira from one of its 3 terraces. On the kitchen side, you will of course taste local specialities such as stuffed tomatoes Santorini style or lamb kleftiko, but also grilled fish or spaghetti with lobsters. If you type, Loukas, the chef and owner, loves Paris.
AMMOUDI FISH TAVERN
Read moreThe exceptional setting at the edge of the port and the octopuses drying in the sun will make many salivate. The welcome remains very warm for this institution in the small port of Ammoudi, below Oia. Fresh fish purchased directly from local fishermen on the quay, lobster, Greek salads. A delight to eat with your feet in the water with an exceptional sea view. The place is also famous for its terrace on the first floor and its aperitifs at sunset. Just be careful with the bill if you catch fish by the kilo. Prices are rising fast.
ELIA TAVERNA
Read moreHere is a friendly and unpretentious place for those looking for something other than the caldera. The establishment and its rooftop have just been renovated. It serves fresh products, Greek dishes of course, but also pasta, meat, salads, fish. Many organic products, grown in the owners' garden. It is copious, very correct in terms of prices, and the staff is very friendly. The owner makes his own olive oil in his childhood village. Many black and white photos of Santorini are on display.
AMBROSIA
Read moreThis restaurant, opened in 1999, is located below the pedestrian street, right after the square near the main church. Ambrosia means "divine food". It is best to book, because the tiny terrace that overlooks the caldera directly counts only about twenty hedges. Greek fusion kitchen. Pasta, salads, fish, vegetarian dishes prepared with local produce.
OTTO E MEZZO CUCINA ITALIANA
Read moreAnother restaurant at the Nautilus Hotel, and as its name indicates, is specialized in purely Italian cuisine. The service is the same, only inside the changing dishes.
NAUTILUS SANTORINIAN COOKING
Read moreOne of the restaurants at the Nautilus hotel. The hotel specialises in local cuisine, especially on the island. The dishes are a pure delight, well served, in an architectural setting blending tradition and modernity. Magnificent view over Caldera. Private parking. Maps accepted: Visa, Master Card and American Express accepted.
TAVERNA SIRTAKI
Read moreWelcome to a pleasant tavern on the waterfront facing the volcano. What a nice surprise to find it after walking down the steps to share tasty plates with a welcoming Greek clientele. They serve very good specialities based on fresh fish. Taste the delicious homemade specialties: fish balls, eggplant puff pastry, tomatokeftedès and octopus. Prices are all the more correct compared to the restaurants that line the caldera in height and whose quality is sometimes questionable.