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    Cafe Santorini

    4.0 (3.6k reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    CAFE SANTORINI ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Romantic
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    PEAR & WALNUT (5 stars)
    Daniel C.

    Cafe Santorini is a rooftop restaurant in a brick building in Old Pasadena. You can access from street level via stairs or elevator. Its also right across the street from a pay parking lot. We came here for lunch on between visits at the Kidspace Museum. The food is a blend of Greek and Turkish cuisine and is overall outstanding. Our picky 6yo son normally only eats yellow-white saffron basmati rice but he enjoyed the brown basmati rice from the chicken kabob. The chicken looked very basic and dry with grill marks but surprise - it turned out to be one of the juiciest chicken thighs ever. 5 stars for the chicken kabob. Other excellent dishes are the pear-walnut salad, giant puffy pita bread, and hummus. Wife went for the seafood cioppino with its amazing tomatoey broth perfect for dipping bread.

    Cathy K.

    Went for my bf's bday celebration & it was such an outstanding experience! The service was incredibly friendly and welcoming, they were super attentive and accommodating. The food was SO good and fresh. Get the steak frites!!!! It was super tender and flavorful. The Greek salad was also light and refreshing. The chicken kebab plate was honestly just okay, and the hummus and Pita bread was solid. The star of the show was the borek flaky bread appetizer and the steak. The patio seating outside was nice and a vibe. I loved it here !!!

    SALMON
    Sabrina A.

    This was such a cute spot with second floor seating. The food was absolutely delicious I recommend the Branzino or salmon for a little more flavor. They had a variety of wine options as well. Service was friendly but there was a long wait for food and to be checked in on- it was a very busy Saturday night nonetheless. Overall a great spot but I wouldn't come here if you're in a rush- its an experience that will take you a bit over an hour!

    Outdoor rooftop patio
    Tony O.

    Came here last week with a few buddies. The food was great, and our waiter was excellent. Unfortunately, the host completely killed the vibe before dinner even started. We were the very first group there right when they opened. The host/manager asked if we had a reservation, and when we said no, he asked for our name and phone number "for the waitlist." What waitlist? The restaurant was completely empty besides us. That already felt unnecessary and ridiculous. Then after seating us, he came back about a minute later and told us we had to move because the table was "reserved for pictures." So you seat us in an empty restaurant just to immediately move us? Makes zero sense. Later during dinner, we noticed they were taking food photos for social media -- except they weren't even using the table they moved us from. So apparently we got moved around for no reason. To make things worse, the host kept looking over at our table throughout the meal, which just added to the awkwardness. Thankfully, our waiter saved the experience because he was genuinely great, and the food itself was very good. But the front-of-house experience was honestly lame and left a bad impression. If my friends weren't already set on eating there, I probably would've walked out after the way things started.

    Kit S.

    Good place for dinner and prices not bad and service very friendly thanks!parking need to find a parking lot . Need to pay parking .

    Outdoors
    Nicole D.

    This place is hands down the best! Everything on the menu is phenomenal. My family has been dining here for years. Alex and Elson are the best servers and work so seamlessly as a team. The restaurant is gorgeous and has a beautiful covered patio. They also have a bar area that has full service. We will eat here time and time again.

    RED CURRY SEAFOOD RISOTTO
    Ria P.

    I've been so excited to go here for so long, but it's definitely a little overhyped. The spanakopita were way too cheesy, but they were perfectly done other than the excess of cheese. The hummus was divine. The pesto pasta was fine. The seafood risotto was fine. My issue was that none of these were like oh my gosh best thing ever or something I'd want to spend money on going out to eat again. The ashta cake was the best thing I had by far and the most unique!

    Orrechiette
    Sam C.

    This is a very nice little place in Old Town. The front is a little hard to find as it's in a little alley and the restaurant is upstairs. The group I was with ordered a good variety of the menu and everything was very good I had the branzino. It's was cooked very well -- the skin was nice and crisp and the meat was flavorful and juicy. I think it could have used a little something more ... Maybe a little more seasoning or maybe a little sauce on the side. The potatoes were also cooked well. I think I would have liked a little something else ... Maybe spinach or something with a touch of acid. The lamb shank looked great and my colleague said it was very good. Service was good.

    Raymond B.

    We went today for our friends celebration and our server went above and beyond! He helped us take photos, cut our cake, constantly checking our table if we need anything! I personally ordered the chicken kabobs & a few at our table ordered the beef version and meats were all cooked perfectly and food was all delicious! The vibe outside was very nice with all of the lights - wish I had more photos of it!

    RED CURRY SEAFOOD RISOTTO
    Maria R.

    Stopped by here for a quick dinner bite. Man this was delicious. Parking is across the street from the restaurant. It's an upstairs restaurant with outdoor indoor but i love the outdoor vibe better than the i door specially with spring time. I had the fish it was delicious fresh classic branzino perfectly seasoned with a slice of lemon to squirt over the fish. i do however wish they should have had more of a different side than potatoes although the potato were good so i ordered a side of hummus to go with the fish . Service is nice i do feel like the tables are in close proximity and that is not so great because i can totally ease drop on the next table. I wouldn't say it's intimate but they made the most of the outdoor space. I also had the spritz and totally delicious.

    Barb B.

    The location was small and tucked away right behind busy Colorado blvd in downtown. Service is excellent and the wait staff are always available to refill waters and drinks. Large party or 14, sat us in the patio. It was uber hot but once the sun was down, it was pleasant to be outside. Ordered everything shown here. I probably would pass on the meze sampling plate. I didn't think it was as great for the price. Everything else was pretty good. I forgot my photo of the cioppino. But nonetheless, it was good.

    calamari salad
    Truman W.

    First visit after Covid. Chicken kabob still a perfect 10, grilled to perfection. However the $18 calamari salad is disappointingly low in the calamari to greens ratio (see before & after photo), worst of all they've replaced whole plump baby calamari with tiny rubbery rings, no bueno. Good service as before.

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    Gabriel R.

    Cafe Santorini is quaint. Fits in perfectly in Pasadena and you have to love it's location Old town Pasadena near the alley I like being seated outside where you get a good view of the courtyard Food is always good and be certain to ask for the specials. It's proximity to the IPIC theatre makes for a good date night

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    Amazing octopus salad, so delicious!! The service was excellent despite how busy it was on a Saturday night. Definitely coming back!!

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    We had a long time waiting at first for someone to come and serve us, then the waiter kept staring at girlfriend lol

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    Ask the Community - Cafe Santorini

    Is the restaurant toddler friendly , do they have high chair or booster seat available?

    Sorry, I do not know. I do not recall seeing any high chairs.

    Did the restaurant change management or chef? Food tastes different from what I remember from a few years ago.

    They did. The ownership changed for the worst also. Think the old owner is in Laguna beach now with old menu

    Hello, can I take a reservation for Father's Day?

    I believe they can, we made our reservation through Open Table.

    Are you going through a renovation? If so, is this impacting the ambiance?

    Hello Christine, we're going through a renovation which is in a new section of our Restaurant. The main dining area with the patio, which has been in business for the last 30 years, has not been affected at all and the ambiance is the same. Thank… Read more

    Can I bring outside drink into the restaurant?

    No. My wife had a Starbucks blended drink and they took it from us as it was "Not allowed" Dont know about corkage fees.

    Does this restaurant do vaccination verification for dine in?

    Not that I know of. I just walked in and ate. No one asked if I was vaccinated

    What is the covid-19 surcharge about?

    It's a surcharge to cover for all the added expenses the closures took on businesses. Considering the huge hit they all took, I don't mind. Life's not cheap.

    Can we bring our 60lb GoldenDoodle?

    Many people bring dogs to restaurants now Pippa.

    What is the hour for happy hour?

    They discontinued Happy Hour. :(

    Do they still make the shrimp saltado? Please please say yes, it was the best!!

    Hello Stephanie, Thanks for your question. For the last year or so, due to Pandemic, we have scaled down our menu and unfortunately shrimp saltado is one of them. Once… Read more

    Is it pet friendly on the patio?

    I sure hope not. Animals are unsanitary. I love them, but they belong at home.

    Hi I was able to make a reservation for this weekend on 10/10. Will you be back open by then?

    Is the restaurant open for take out or delivery during this time?

    Hello Jessica, Thanks for your email. Unfortunately we're not open for take out yet. We shall let the public know as soon as we're ready.

    Is this restaurant handicap accessible?

    They will accommodate handicap seating in their street level Rococo area if no private party has reserved it prior. No handicap access up to patio seating.

    Is this handicap accessible? Any elevator

    Don't believe so. Please call to confirm

    Do they have decent options for gluten-free folks?

    I would suggest calling restaurant directly. The menu is available on the cafe website and is marked with several gluten free items. If you have celiac you may want to check if the food is prepared in a gluten free area of the kitchen. The website… Read more

    Do they have happy hour on Saturday?

    Only Monday through Friday to indulge delicious Mediterranean food.

    Is there heaters outside?

    Yes there are heaters set up in strategic spots on outdoor patio

    Can you bring your own wine?

    Yes you could bring your wine, there will be corkage fee charge of , 1st bottle $25, additional bottles $35… Read more

    Are there any gluten free options?

    Im sorry, I don't know.

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    Zephyr Mediterranean Grill & Cafe

    Zephyr Mediterranean Grill & Cafe

    4.6
    (320 reviews)
    2.9 mi
    $$
    Wheelchair accessible
    Private events

    Update: Finally decided to try their restaurant with a big group - we were always more than 10 lol…read more Place was easy to find, lots of street parking, there is parking in the back but a bit tight. Of all else fails, there is a lot close to the restaurant. I believe its ok to park there. Food is consistently good! I had already mentioned this in my previous review so no surprise there. Service - very warm, welcoming, its as if we've known each other for years! We loved it so much that we have been coming here several times now. It's becoming our go to Middle Eastern place and we never get tired of it. We are in fact having dinner tonight with a other large group of 20 people. FYI - they do not serve wine but you are more than welcome to bring your own and they will provide the wine glasses without corkage.

    From the moment, my family sat down the people here felt like family, even though it was our first…read moretime there. When Sahag came by to take our order, he taught my toddler how to fist bump. When one of the dishes I ordered specifically for my kid arrived, I was worried it was going to be spicy based on the color. Sahag said it wasn't spicy but offered to bring us something else if our kid didn't like it. Luckily, she loved it. This place has a lot of regulars and it's easy to see why. Everything we got was so good!

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    Chicken Kebab Wrap!
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    Zankou Chicken

    Zankou Chicken

    3.8
    (1.9k reviews)
    1.6 mi
    $$

    I first tried Zankou Chicken in 2013 when my friend recommended it and I'm finally back to have it…read moreagain and it still hits! The rotisserie chicken is amazing, the chicken kebab plate is also one of my favorites. The hummus and tzatziki are my favorite sides and you have to eat it with the pita! Love that it comes on a bed of fluffy rice. The sauces here are so good - garlic sauce and tahini are actually way better than anywhere else. Great deals because most items are under $20. I definitely will have to come back here more often!! Service is friendly and they make everything to order so it's not that fast but it's ok! Ambiance is very casual. Ask the cashier for the bathroom door code!

    have been coming to this causal restaurant for their whole rotisserie chicken for years. Probably…read morethe best rotisserie chicken in the area. The price is reasonable IMO. They can get busy at times. A little wait is worth it. service is overall sufficient. A local burger joint vibe. I may lack the background to appreciate their mediterranean dishes but I have tried them. I still prefer the chicken, it is a safer choice if you are that not into Mediterranean foods. Hot sauce, garlic sauce, and the pita bread are a must. The nutty dessert baklava is good as well, sweet & sticky. Overall. This is a good place that offers amazing rotisserie chicken, way better than the ones from the supermarkets or the wholesales place. Just my two cents. Make your choice wisely ;)

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    Kokos Mediterranean Cafe

    Kokos Mediterranean Cafe

    4.3
    (1.4k reviews)
    1.2 mi
    $$

    Fast and good customer service. Food was hot and good. Businesses have gotten comfortable giving…read moreone kabob. This place gives you too. They're not thick pieces however, they are filling and seasoned good. I could've ate and used more salad. However, the portion amount is typical to everybody else. I'll be back. Glad I didn't believe the comment about the decline in flavor of the chicken. No complaints here. Inside was clean and kinda small for the amount of tables and chairs in there. The outside space was nice, clean, and quiet. That's not big either. However, it will do. They even provide shade. Definite plus.

    Been a customer for the past 16yrs, I used to like this place so much that I would take my friends…read moreand family whenever they visited me in Pasadena. Sadly, the quality and quantity of food has been going down these past 2 years. Prices keep going up which I understand and that's not my complain. In spite of all that I still went, not as frequently as in the past. But the last time I went on a Monday around noon, the greek salad was probably a day or two old. It was inedible so I had to toss it. I realized it after I got home. The beef kabobs were so thin and small, not worth the price anymore. This place used to be known for having long lines (but it moves fast) but not anymore and I can see why. I get a feeling they are not interested in keeping the place open for much too long. It's bittersweet since I live in the area and it used to be one of my go to places.

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    Corfu

    Corfu

    4.3
    (558 reviews)
    5.7 mi
    $$

    I was at a party and a lady told me that she had a fantastic meal at Corfu, so I made a mental note…read moreto check it out. About a week later I stopped in with a friend for dinner. Family owned and operated; Corfu specializes in Mediterranean food. This friendly neighborhood restaurant is small and quaint and the staff are warm and welcoming, especially Ryan & Maribel who took excellent care of us during our visit. I was curious to try the Muhammara (a dip made of crushed walnuts & red pepper paste.) I've never had it before, but it was particularly good. The fresh warm pita & Muhammara was a delightful combination. I couldn't stop eating it. The Greek Salad was a generous serving comprised of lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, kalamata olives, & feta. It was plenty for us to share and the dressing was light and not overwhelming. They don't have a full bar. My friend tried two beers. One from Lebanon (Almaza) and another from Greece (Hillas). He liked them both. I had a glass of sparkling wine, which paired well with my meal. The background music was enjoyable and added to the ambience. I didn't realize it was coming from musicians who were playing out front. Ryan informed me that they perform Friday, Saturday, & Sunday evenings. Overall, it was a pleasant experience from beginning to end. I'm grateful for the recommendation and look forward to returning. *Street parking or lot in back.

    Nice Greek restaurant in Sierra Madre. Stopped by here for dinner with some friends. We were able…read moreto make a reservation for 10 people with no problem and we had a nice space in the back. Parking on the street is abundant and we did not have trouble parking. The food here is on the pricier side compared to other places I have had but the food is delicious - specially the appetizer platter which was a hit!

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    Father Nature Lavash Bistro

    Father Nature Lavash Bistro

    4.1
    (757 reviews)
    0.0 mi
    $$

    This café in old town Pasadena has been around since 1984. I personally have been going there for…read moreat least 16 years as it was down the street from my previous office. There are so many Middle Eastern cafés and restaurants in town, but this one always stood out to me. It is extremely fresh and flavorful they make the food after you order and Service is warm and friendly. The quality has never wavered and trust me, I have eaten here many times. I enjoy their pressed wraps, but especially love the fries. I am picky about fries, but these are always made to order and always just perfect. It has a Middle Eastern seasoning on it which you can opt to leave off. I love them with a dipping sauce of spicy tahini, which they will provide if you ask. You can of course get it non-spicy as well. Their menu can satisfy many different diets including vegetarian/vegan, keto/low carb, pescatarian and meat eaters It's just extremely reliable and high-quality and I plan on continuing to be a regular customer.

    This has been one of our go-to spots for healthy lunch and dinner takeout since 2018. I really like…read moretheir lavash wraps with falafel and eggplant, while my husband has been a big fan of their chicken wraps and seasoned fries. We have also enjoyed their foole soup, peppers, baklava, hummus, and garlic sauce. Especially for Old Pasadena, the prices are very reasonable, and a good value with large portions. Unfortunately, our most recent order was not very good. The produce did not seem as fresh, the lavash was drier and falling apart (it didn't have the elasticity that it normally does), the falafel was very dry and flavorless, and the seasoned fries were plain. Some of the small containers of garlic sauce and hummus were also missing. We recognize that even good places have bad days every once in a while. Hopefully it was a one-off, and not an indicator of lower quality or less attention to detail.

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    Double-Pleasure Sandwich - falafel + Chicken shawarma
    Double-Pleasure Sandwich - falafel + Chicken shawarma
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