Cafe Santorini

4.7

2072 Reviews

$30 and under

Mediterranean

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2 people

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 26 times today

Charming
Great for outdoor dining
Good for special occasions

Tucked in the heart of Old Town Pasadena, Cafe Santorini is the spot to be in. Offering a variety of delicious Mediterranean dishes and a romantic second floor patio. Perfect for a date, a family gathering or a celebration. Cafe Santorini also offer a large banquet venue, The Rococo Room, which can fit up to 150 guests.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Italian, Greek
Hours of operation
Brunch: Sunday: 11:00am - 3:00pm; Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:30am - 3:00pm, Saturday - Sunday: 11:00am - 3:00pm; Dinner: Sunday - Thursday: 3:00pm - 10:00pm, Friday - Saturday: 3:00pm - 12:00am
Phone number
(626) 564-4200
Website
http://www.cafesantorini.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Louie Gonzales
Catering
Please contact the restaurant for information about outside catering & take out. We can also accommodate special requests.
Private party facilities
Located in historic Old Town Pasadena, Cafe Santorini offers an ideal setting for weddings, personal celebrations, or corporate events. Our Private Mezzanine room holds up to 50 guests. Please email inquiries to Events@CafeSantorini.com

Location
64 W Union Street, Pasadena, CA 91103
Neighborhood
Pasadena
Cross street
Delacy
Parking details
Public parking is available across the street on Union, and valet parking is available on the corner of Delacy and Union. We validate valet parking only.
Public transit
2 blocks away on Holly St.
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,072 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Pasadena
Healthy
Pasadena
Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Cafe Santorini offers a consistently delightful dining experience, praised for its "great food and excellent service." Diners love the "fantastic" lamb shank and grilled octopus. The charming outdoor patio and lively atmosphere enhance the experience. While some note menu changes and portion sizes, the overall ambiance and attentive staff make it a "must-try" spot in Pasadena.

2,073 Reviews

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Elisa
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is the second time I've been to Cafe Santorini and it was great just like I remembered. The red curry risotto was so delicious! The mussels appetizer was good especially the sauce. The chocolate pear with cranberry sauce was so good. The tiramisu could've been a bit better. Overall, great experience to. celebrate a birthday!
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Julie
Orange County
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We decided to have a nice dinner on a Friday night and headed to Cafe Santorini in Pasadena. We were seated in a lovely patio area that was lit with string lights. They have heat lamps to keep you warm from the evening chill. We started with the grilled octopus appetizer. It was simple, but slightly acidic and over dressed. I got the branzino, which was nicely seared, but the plate was a little plain with just fingerling potatoes under the fish. The others in our party got the beef kabob plate. It was edible, but again, otherwise not memorable. For dessert, we enjoyed the tiramisu and a cup of coffee. Our server was pleasant and the food was brought out in a timely manner.
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Robert
Los Angeles
41 reviews
vip
3.0
41 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Cafe Santorini is a wonderful choice for a nice dinning experience. They mostly have an outdoor patio that is fully covered in the winter. Even with heaters it can be on the cool side. So dress appropriately. We had a number of appetizers and entrees. All were solid dishes well prepared and presented. It is a very nice place that you will have a very nice time. I highly recommend you give Cafe Santorini a try.
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Carol
Orange County
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server was excellent. Drinks came in about 5 seconds. Food was delicious.
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Marlene
Los Angeles
34 reviews
vip
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Love this restaurant. Music was waaay too loud. Pulsating nightclub music. Really was hard to talk. What about some lovely music that fits the theme of the restaurant. Other than that the food and service was superior. As always.
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Elsie
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing!!!! My favorite Mediterranean place in the greater Los Angeles area. Excellent, fast service, and some of the freshest food I’ve ever had. Thank you so much!
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Jose
Los Angeles
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on November 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and awesome ambiance. It was perfect setting for a dinner with friends.
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Wendy
Los Angeles
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I've been going to Cafe Santorini for years, and it's always great--especially out on that festive and scenic heated patio. The wine choices are a bit pricey, but really good. I appreciated being able to order a Santorini white blend--something you almost never see in L.A., but a no-brainer for the namesake restaurant. The vegan burrata and tomato "carpaccio" is a lovely twist on a Caprese, a lot more subtle and really delicious. Matt, our server, was absolutely wonderful: he was friendly, attentive, full of good suggestions-- and showed genuine interest in making sure we had a good time. We did--even more so than usual. This place is always a great choice for dinner in Pasadena--and is even worth the occasional drive.
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Jennifer
Los Angeles
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service are always outstanding at Cafe Santorini! Lovely setting and friendly wait staff 👍🏼👍🏼
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Gina
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful time at Cafe Santorini. The food and drinks were exceptional. The ambience was perfect. The staff we’re great. We will definitely come back.
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FAQs

Cafe Santorini offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (626) 564-4200.

Cafe Santorini is rated 4.7 stars by 2072 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 26 times today

Order delivery or takeout

64 W Union Street, Pasadena, CA 91103

Additional information

Cross street
Delacy
Neighborhood
Pasadena
Hours of operation
Brunch: Sunday: 11:00am - 3:00pm; Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:30am - 3:00pm, Saturday - Sunday: 11:00am - 3:00pm; Dinner: Sunday - Thursday: 3:00pm - 10:00pm, Friday - Saturday: 3:00pm - 12:00am
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Italian, Greek
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Public parking is available across the street on Union, and valet parking is available on the corner of Delacy and Union. We validate valet parking only.
Public transit
2 blocks away on Holly St.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Louie Gonzales
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.cafesantorini.com/
Phone number
(626) 564-4200
Catering
Please contact the restaurant for information about outside catering & take out. We can also accommodate special requests.
Private party facilities
Located in historic Old Town Pasadena, Cafe Santorini offers an ideal setting for weddings, personal celebrations, or corporate events. Our Private Mezzanine room holds up to 50 guests. Please email inquiries to Events@CafeSantorini.com

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Cafe Santorini

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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Popular dishes

Moussaka

Cioppino Santorini

Grilled Octopus Salad

Menu

What 2,072 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

Does Cafe Santorini offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Cafe Santorini restaurant rated?

Is Cafe Santorini currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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