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Cafe Santorini, Pasadena, CA

Cafe Santorini

4.7
4.7
2074 Reviews
$30 and under
Mediterranean

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2 people
20:30
Booked 30 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.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Italian, Greek
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00–15:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–15:00 Sat, Sun 11:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 15:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 15:00–00:00
  • 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
    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, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,074 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.

2,074 Reviews

  1. Jacquie

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    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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  2. Elisa

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    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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  3. Julie

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days 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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  4. Robert

    Los Angeles

    41 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    41 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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  5. Carol

    Orange County

    6 reviews

    vip
    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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  6. Marlene

    Los Angeles

    34 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on 12 November 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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  7. Elsie

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 November 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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  8. Jose

    Los Angeles

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 7 November 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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  9. Wendy

    Los Angeles

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 7 November 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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  10. Jennifer

    Los Angeles

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 3 November 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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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 2074 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
20:30
Booked 30 times today

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Google Map for Cafe Santorini

64 W Union Street, Pasadena, CA 91103

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Delacy
  • Area
    Pasadena
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 11:00–15:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–15:00 Sat, Sun 11:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 15:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 15:00–00:00
  • 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, Takeaway, 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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