Cafe Santorini

4.6

2079 Reviews

$30 and under

Mediterranean

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2 people

26 Dec 2024

22:00

Booked 24 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 Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–12:00 am
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
Area
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
Bar Dining, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

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Popular dishes

Grilled OctopusUS$19.00
Marinated in olive oil and herbs
BurrataUS$17.00
Basil oil, cluster tomatoes, crumbled pistachio, artisanal sourdough bread
Soujouk & HummusUS$16.00
Seasoned beef sausage, cherry tomatoes and pine nuts
HummusUS$11.00
Chickpea spread with garlic, tahini & lemon (fresh cut carrots & cucumbers +$4)
BabaganoushUS$13.00
Roasted eggplant spread with garlic, tahini & lemon (add fresh cut carrots & cucumbers +$4)
Grape LeavesUS$13.00
Grape leaves filled with rice, herbs & tomato paste
BorekUS$15.00
Filo pastry, filled with a blend of three cheeses, mint & sesame seeds
Mussels SantoriniUS$18.00
Soujouk sausage, shallots, smoked paprika, white wine, butter & parsley. Served with grilled sourdough
Fried Cauliflower MedleyUS$16.00
Brussel sprouts, Shishito peppers, tahini yogurt sauce, sesame seeds, pomegranate molasses and herbs
Santorini Mezze TastingUS$25.00
Stuffed grape leaves, feta cheese, tabouleh, cucumbers, pickled turnips, green olives, hummus, babaganoush & pita

Risotto and Pasta

All pastas have the gluten free option available

Red Curry Seafood RisottoUS$31.00
Black mussels, shrimp, clams, spinach & red onions
Tagliatelle Con GambarettiUS$29.00
Squid Ink pasta, shrimp, Calabrian chili, spinach, cherry tomato, garlic
Orecchiette ArrabbiataUS$23.00
San Marzano tomatoes, Calabrian chili, Parmesan cheese. Served with Broccolini
Paccheri Al Pesto E PolloUS$28.00
Creamy cilantro pesto, grilled chicken breast, Stracciatella and Parmesan cheese
Linguini with ClamsUS$28.00
Preserved lemon, saffron, white wine, butter and sesame seeds

Entree

Prime Flat Iron Steak FritesUS$43.00
Peppercorn demi glace, French fries
Beef KebabUS$35.00
Grilled marinated beef kebab. Served with Basmati Rice, Vegetables, Hummus & Pita
Chicken KebabUS$25.00
Marinated grilled chicken thigh meat. Served with Basmati Rice, Vegetables, Hummus & Pita
Faroe Island SalmonUS$36.00
Beluga lentils & butternut squash hash with dried currants, garbanzo beans, spinach and sage beurre blanc sauce
BranzinoUS$42.00
Pan seared Mediterranean sea bass, lemon Greek potatoes, cherry tomatoes, capers, extra virgin olive oil
Cioppino SantoriniUS$37.00
Mussels, clams, shrimp and white fish in a saffron tomato broth. Served with grilled sourdough bread
Moroccan Lamb ShankUS$39.00
Slow braised with prunes and apricots. Served with saffron couscous, almond and raisins
Farmers' Market Winter SquashUS$23.00
Topped with hot balsamic glaze, zaatar and herbs. Served with quinoa pilaf and romesco sauce

Salad

Greek Salad HoriatikiUS$16.00
Organic Cluster tomatoes, Persian cucumbers, bell peppers, red onions, Kalamata olives, oregano, feta cheese, lemon juice & extra virgin olive oil
Walnut & GorgonzolaUS$16.00
Watercress, romaine lettuce, julienne apples, candied walnuts & gorgonzola cheese, shallot sesame oil vinaigrette
Grilled CalamariUS$18.00
Grilled baby squid served over mixed greens, fennel, cherry tomatoes, tossed with lemon dressing

What 2,079 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Pasadena
Best Value
Pasadena
Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Cafe Santorini in Pasadena offers a delightful dining experience with "superb service" and "delicious food." Guests rave about the "beautiful ambiance" and outdoor patio seating. While some note changes in menu and portion sizes, "excellent octopus" and "moussaka" remain favorites. Perfect for group celebrations or intimate dinners.

2,079 Reviews

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Shelley
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We have been enjoying dinners at Cafe Santorini for many years and last evenings dinner with friends did not disappoint. We comfortably sat on the patio and the food, ambiance and service were all stellar. A great way to celebrate the holidays.
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Chris
Los Angeles
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
The food and service were outstanding however it was incredibly busy and the waiting area was overwhelming. People were stacked up around the diners and it took 30 minutes before we were seated for a reservation.
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Ellen
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Very enjoyable Mediterranean lunch on the terrace with ample and delicious food. We enjoyed a collection of the generously sized appetizers which we shared. Friendly and helpful service. On a day like this when there is not a lot of background noise from the plaza, this one of my favorite spots in Pasadena.
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Elizabeth
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 1 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The view is beautiful, and the environment is great.
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Jacquie
VIP
Los Angeles
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 28 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Patrick was great!!! Great food and love this place
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Brooke
Los Angeles
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 26 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Went as a group of 6 and split the white wine sangria which was good. The branzino was by far the best dish ordered! We ordered the lamb shank and sadly, they changed the recipe so it wasn’t as good as we remembered it to be. My husband ordered the risotto and that was also delicious. Service was lovely and the outdoor patio is a must.
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Elisa
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 24 November 2024
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
Los Angeles
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 23 November 2024
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
VIP
Los Angeles
42 reviews
3.0
42 reviews
Dined on 21 November 2024
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
VIP
Orange County
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 16 November 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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FAQs

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

Cafe Santorini is rated 4.6 stars by 2079 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

26 Dec 2024

22:00

Booked 24 times today

Order delivery or takeout

64 W Union Street, Pasadena, CA 91103

Additional information

Cross Street
Delacy
Area
Pasadena
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–12:00 am
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
Bar Dining, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

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

Featured in

100 Los Angeles Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Cafe Santorini

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

100 Los Angeles Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Moussaka

Cioppino Santorini

Branzino

Appetizer

Grilled OctopusUS$19.00

BurrataUS$17.00

Soujouk & HummusUS$16.00

HummusUS$11.00

BabaganoushUS$13.00

Grape LeavesUS$13.00

BorekUS$15.00

Mussels SantoriniUS$18.00

Fried Cauliflower MedleyUS$16.00

Santorini Mezze TastingUS$25.00

Risotto and Pasta

Red Curry Seafood RisottoUS$31.00

Tagliatelle Con GambarettiUS$29.00

Orecchiette ArrabbiataUS$23.00

Paccheri Al Pesto E PolloUS$28.00

Linguini with ClamsUS$28.00

Entree

Prime Flat Iron Steak FritesUS$43.00

Beef KebabUS$35.00

Chicken KebabUS$25.00

Faroe Island SalmonUS$36.00

BranzinoUS$42.00

Cioppino SantoriniUS$37.00

Moroccan Lamb ShankUS$39.00

Farmers' Market Winter SquashUS$23.00

Salad

Greek Salad HoriatikiUS$16.00

Walnut & GorgonzolaUS$16.00

Grilled CalamariUS$18.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does Cafe Santorini offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Cafe Santorini restaurant rated?

Is Cafe Santorini currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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