The Cyclades Restaurants

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  • 1. Aktaion

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    Since 1922, three generations of the Roussos family have offered hospitality and fine food in this tiny blue-and-white taverna. Outside tables overlook the caldera, inside murals and paintings are by the owner. Traditional recipes and local ingredients are given room to shine and are presented well by the attentive staff. If you are lucky enough to get a reservation, the cozy atmosphere may well find you chatting with fellow diners who are just as pleased with their choice.

    Main square, Firostefani, Santorini, 84700, Greece
    22860-22336

    Known For

    • Intimate, romantic, and quaint
    • Delicious, authentic, island food
    • A couple of tables at the road-side have the best views

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
  • 2. Confetti Dessert Boutique

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    This beautifully designed patisserie offers a range of delicious bijou creations that look like works of art. Gorgeous and chic, they are the best sweet treats on the island and would not look out of place in a Parisian boutique.

    Heron Street, Imerovigli, Santorini, 84700, Greece
    22860-25167

    Known For

    • Brunch menu is a treat
    • Homemade ice creams are a delight
    • Right next to the blue dome of Theoskepasti church and the caldera
  • 3. Red Bicycle

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    At the tip of Ia in a 19th-century mansion is one of Santorini's most storied eateries. A traditional white exterior and glossy painted door lead to a chic interior with Maria Callas photographs and a stupendous terrace with caldera views on all sides. People call to not only make reservations but to request specific tables. The food is a match for the surroundings; assured and confident, it is an elevated take on the traditional island cuisine with a very seductive wine list to complement it.

    Ia, Santorini, 84702, Greece
    22860-71918

    Known For

    • Local fine-dining favorite
    • Beautiful terrace views are unforgettable
    • Charming owner and staff

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Nov.–Mar.
  • 4. Roka

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    A pastel-yellow courtyard hidden among the sea captains' mansions is where those in the know come to eat in Ia. Elegant and delicious, these modern Greek updates on classic cooking are rays of sunshine among the more tourist-oriented fare elsewhere. Rooted in island ingredients, this is food to make you smile. Friendly, and down-to-earth staff help to make the experience memorable and the all Greek wine list is particularly strong on the local Santorini offerings.

    Marko Mpotsari 6, Ia, Santorini, 84702, Greece
    22860-71896

    Known For

    • Snappy Santorinian specialties
    • Sea-view terrace at the rear
    • Wood-burning stove for cozy winter evenings
  • 5. Sigalas Winery

    $$$$ | Greek

    Growing some of the best Greek grape varieties—since ancient times—has something to do with the land, and the enologists and sommeliers at Domaine Sigalas are ready to divulge every fascinating detail and present the Greek plates that perfectly accompany their best labels. Domaine Sigalas, a local, family-run winery, is a respected name in Greek wines and has opened up its lush island winery outside Ia for tastings and food pairing sessions. Get to know everything about the whites, reds and sweet wines that have made Santorini a wine connoisseur’s destination.

    Ia, Santorini, 847 02, Greece
    22860-71644

    Known For

    • Excellent wine tasting and food pairings
    • Best wines from Santorini
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  • 6. Sunset Taverna

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    The first of the Ammoudi fish houses that opened in the 1980s is still a standout among the several excellent tavernas that line the quay in this tiny fishing port just below Ia—you can walk down and take a cab back to town. Lapping waves, bobbing fishing boats, and tables so close to the water's edge that a clumsy move might add a swim to the evening's entertainment, testify to the freshness of the fish, which is simply grilled. Most diners arrive in time to witness the sunset, but the meal often steals the show.

    Waterfront, Ia, Santorini, 84702, Greece
    22860-71614

    Known For

    • Beautiful waterfront harbor setting
    • Sunset dining
    • Excellent seafood

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Reservations essential
  • 7. Candouni

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    A jasmine-shaded front garden, candle-lit at night, and an antique-filled salon are the charming settings in a centuries-old sea captain's house for this traditional family taverna. All the classics are there but perhaps the best approach is to order from the sizeable meze selection, wash it down with the very palatable house white, and soak in the cozy atmosphere.

    Ia, Santorini, 84702, Greece
    22860-71616

    Known For

    • Intimate and romantic
    • Family concern—mom cooks and son serves
    • Live Greek music some evenings
  • 8. FelafeLAND

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    The smart option for tasty street food in Fira—the Middle Eastern--inspired dishes are a delight here—quicky, healthy, and inexpensive. There is a small indoor dining area but the steps and benches outside are a great place to swap tips and photos with fellow travelers.

    Danezi, Fira, Santorini, 84700, Greece
    22860-36359

    Known For

    • Heaven for vegans and vegetarians
    • Bargain value
    • Handy location near the bus station
  • 9. Forty One

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    In a former historic tomato cannery off the Ayios Georgios section of Perivolos Beach, Forty One is a chic, stylish destination for fine Mediterranean dishes, with a calming sea view. Besides creatively presented favorites like regional salads, risotto, pasta, and freshly grilled seafood plates, there are a host of creative cocktails that steal the show and make a fine accompaniment to taking in the black-beach sunset.

    Kamari, Santorini, 847 00, Greece
    22680-82710

    Known For

    • Upmarket beach bar with bohemian atmosphere
    • Superlative seaside sustenance
    • Very extensive wine cellar
  • 10. Franco's Cafe

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    The hangout that is such a caldera-side hit in Fira also has a welcoming presence in Pyrgos, where cocktails and light snacks are served on breezy terraces overlooking the village, vineyards, and the sea. This spot is especially popular at sunset, but does a brisk business throughout the day, when the bar brews great coffee.

    Pyrgos, Santorini, 84700, Greece
    22860-33957

    Known For

    • Sunset drinks from the highest village
    • Classical soundtrack
    • A hike to reach it
  • 11. Metaxi Mas

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    It seems that just about everyone in Santorini looks forward to a meal at this village taverna. Even though the name means "between us," the secret is out and the key to success appears to be to keep it simple—the kitchen sticks to traditional home-style cooking from Santorini and Crete. You can only reach this rural outpost by car or taxi, though Fira is just a 10-minute ride away, so do make a reservation before you leave.

    Exo Gonia, Santorini, 84700, Greece
    22860-31323

    Known For

    • Hearty delicious Greek plates
    • Relaxed, simple home-style cooking
    • Nice rustic views
  • 12. Mezzo

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    A cute wooden doorway leads to three levels of dining terraces that mean getting that all-important cliffside view is easier here than most and the international menu is no slacker either. Asian and Indian flavors mix with Mediterranean tastes to offer something a little different from your traditional taverna.

    Imerovigli, Santorini, 84702, Greece
    22860-21874

    Known For

    • Caldera views across Skaros rock
    • Well-chosen Greek cellar
    • Unobtrusive service

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Apr.–Oct.
  • 13. Naoussa

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    Old-fashioned Greek fare, made with care and served by a friendly and accommodating staff, can be enjoyed on a breezy balcony; tables at one end get a caldera view. The decoration won't win prizes but the view will. Many consider the moussaka, served in an earthenware pot, to be the best on the island.

    Fira, Santorini, 84700, Greece
    22860-21277

    Known For

    • Traditional Greek plates
    • Beautiful view
    • Live music most evenings
  • 14. Nikolas Oinomagiremata

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    This charming little taverna, all pastel colors and spindle-backed chairs, is a cozy retreat from the busy streets outside. Named after the chef and owner's grandfather, traditional hearty recipes are delivered with charm and while there is no knockout view to distract you, the food works hard to keep you entertained.

    Fira, Santorini, 84700, Greece
    22860-36422

    Known For

    • Authentic Greek plates
    • Third-generation family-owned business
    • Good value

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No credit cards
  • 15. Skiza

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    The balcony overlooking the caldera on top of this café-cum-bakery is a prime spot for lazing over breakfast, a coffee, or a home-baked pastry. Open all year, too, for soothing summer ice-cream or warming winter treats.

    Ia, Santorini, 84702, Greece
    22860-71569

    Known For

    • Perfect pizza
    • Awesome Greek sweets
    • Big blue view
  • 16. Sphinx Wine Bar and Restaurant

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    A lovingly decorated mansion is home to the best cellar on the island with a deep and extensive international list. The food is no afterthought though; eclectic and creative magic goes on in the kitchen as a mainly Mediterranean menu is put through its paces. The rooftop terrace is a favorite for sunset views, but the vaulted-ceilinged dining room can be a wiser option on blustery summer evenings—either way, it is a wonderful place to spend an evening.

    Ia, Santorini, 847 02, Greece
    22860-71450

    Known For

    • Excellent wine selection—more than 400 labels
    • Romantic and historic setting
    • Super knowledgeable staff
  • 17. The Dolphins

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    A jetty juts out into the sea and is a memorable setting for lunch, while on calm nights the moon playing off the water makes this quiet outpost on the southern end of the island one of the most romantic spots around. By day it's not unusual to see fish being hauled into the kitchen fresh from the docks. Lobster spaghetti, a quick meal fishermen used to prepare in their boats, is the speciality, and the fresh catch kept on ice is nicely grilled and served with generous salads.

    Akrotiri, Santorini, 84700, Greece
    22860-81151

    Known For

    • Idyllic dining on the beach
    • Simple, fresh seafood plates
    • A short walk from Akrotiri Museum and Red Beach

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