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Patio - Cafe Santorini, Pasadena, CA

Cafe Santorini

4.7
4.7
2091 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mediterranean
64 W Union Street, Pasadena, CA 91103

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 30 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for groups
  • Great for brunch
​Nestled in the heart of Old Town Pasadena, Café Santorini has been delighting guests since 1993 with its refined Mediterranean cuisine and inviting ambiance. Housed in a charming brick building, the restaurant offers both cozy indoor seating and a romantic rooftop patio perfect for al fresco dining under the stars. Our diverse menu showcases flavors from Greece, Italy, Morocco, and beyond, featuring signature dishes like grilled calamari, beef brochette, and Moroccan lamb shank. Complement your meal with selections from our full bar, including handcrafted cocktails and an extensive wine list.​

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Italian, Greek
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Garo Kelleyan
  • Catering
    Please contact the restaurant for information about outside catering & take out. Thank you,
  • Private party facilities
    Located in historic Old Town Pasadena, Café Santorini offers an ideal setting for small weddings, personal celebrations, or corporate events. Our Private Mezzanine room holds up to 50 guests. For more information, please inquire at cafesantorini.com.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Pasadena
  • Cross street
    Delacey Ave
  • 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, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,091 people are saying

Cafe Santorini reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Pasadena

    Good for groups

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cafe Santorini offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food, service and ambience." The charming rooftop patio is perfect for relaxed meals, boasting a "festive and scenic" atmosphere. Guests praise the consistent quality of dishes, such as the lamb shank, branzino, and Greek salad. Expect "fine dining without fine pricing" in a lively setting.

2,091 Reviews
  1. Gary

    Los Angeles6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good experience. Great consistent service since the last time we dine there a while ago. Highly recommended this place.

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  2. Lucy VIP

    Palm Springs3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 31, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The menu has changed which was a disappointment. My favorite dish pesto de pollo uses a different pasta and I preferred the original bow tie noodle. The Greek salad was good but again it did not have any leafy greens as before.. The steak shish kabob was delicious but not as hot as I’d like but priced right. We appreciated the flourless birthday cake on the house. Lastly they removed the pasta dish that was a family favorite pasta de casa … I am willing to go back but it’s definitely not a must do anymore. I hope the owners read the review and reconsider some of the changes may not be working as well as might have been anticipated by chef …

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  3. Dirk

    Washington DC10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the steak/ frites and the chicken kebab and they were excellent.

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  4. Yolanda

    Los Angeles84 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great way to spend a Sunday afternoon- great food and service.

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  5. Solita VIP

    Los Angeles42 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    always have great food here. i always order the salad with walnuts and apples and the linguini with clams . the hummus is always so fresh and yummy

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service are always excellent at Cafe Santorini. It’s one of our favorite restaurants!

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Everything was wonderful. The patio is lovely … albeit very loud. Will be returning for sure!

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  8. SungF

    Los Angeles3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cafe Santorini is the best! Amazing food, service and ambience. Great for special occasions.

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  9. Andreu

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place. I think they have just reduced the menu which is a disappointment, but otherwise its great as always.

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  10. Martin

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fine Dining without Fine Pricing. Amazing Service and Food.

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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 2091 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 30 times today
Google Map for Cafe Santorini

64 W Union Street, Pasadena, CA 91103

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Delacey Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Pasadena
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Italian, Greek
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business 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
    Garo Kelleyan
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Please contact the restaurant for information about outside catering & take out. Thank you,
  • Private party facilities
    Located in historic Old Town Pasadena, Café Santorini offers an ideal setting for small weddings, personal celebrations, or corporate events. Our Private Mezzanine room holds up to 50 guests. For more information, please inquire at cafesantorini.com.
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