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Cafe Santorini
Lamb Shank
Mentioned multiple times as tender, marvelous, and the most tender lamb shank experienced. Praised for its tenderness and flavorful accompaniments like apricot sauce and potatoes.
Grilled Octopus
Frequently recommended for being delicious and among the best octopus dishes. Served as an appetizer and salad, highly praised for its flavor and quality.
Seafood Risotto
Described as rich, creamy, and perfectly cooked with seafood. Recommended for its balanced and fresh flavors.
Beef and Chicken Kebabs
Noted as a perfect combination, flavorful, and consistently good over many visits.
Calamari Salad
Highly recommended as one of the best, fresh, and flavorful. Mentioned as a favorite dish.
Tiramisu
Praised as one of the best tiramisus, a standout dessert option.
Flourless Chocolate Cake
Described as super rich and delicious dessert that was a hit among diners.
Hours
| Monday | 4 to 9 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 4 to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 4 to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 4 to 9 PM |
| Friday | 4 to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM to 9 PM |
About Cafe Santorini
This Mediterranean cafe boasts a rooftop balcony & specializes in classic seafood, pizza & mezes.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Curbside pickup
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Rooftop seating
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- High chairs
Parking
- Paid parking garage
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Cafe Santorini known for?
Cafe Santorini is best known for its kebabs, lamb shank, and seafood dishes like cioppino and grilled octopus. Reviewers also repeatedly mention the outdoor balcony and patio seating, which makes the meal feel especially memorable in Old Town Pasadena.
What dishes are most recommended at Cafe Santorini?
Reviewers most often recommend the lamb shank, kebabs, grilled octopus, hummus, and seafood linguine, with cioppino and tiramisu also getting strong praise. The food is described as fresh, flavorful, and consistently good, with portions that are generally satisfying.
What is the atmosphere like at Cafe Santorini?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, romantic, trendy, and a bit upscale, with outdoor lights, string lights, and balcony seating adding to the experience. It works well for date nights, groups, and family dinners, though some reviews note the inside can get loud.
Is Cafe Santorini good value, and what is the price range?
Cafe Santorini is in the $$ range, but several reviewers say some items feel expensive, including a $65 pitcher of red sangria and mains around $50. Even so, many guests feel the food quality, service, and balcony setting justify the cost, especially for dinner or a special night out.
When is the best time to visit Cafe Santorini?
Reservations are recommended for brunch and dinner, and reviews mention it is usually a wait, especially for popular patio seating. Early dinner can be quieter, while outdoor seating under the string lights is repeatedly praised for date nights and larger groups.
Is parking available at Cafe Santorini?
Yes. Paid parking garage, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Cafe Santorini have vegetarian options?
Yes, Cafe Santorini offers vegan options.
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