What food is Santorini famous for?

Fava (yellow split pea puree) and tomatokeftedes (tomato fritters). Both use ingredients grown in volcanic soil, which concentrates their flavors. Chlorotyri cheese, white eggplant, and sun-dried octopus are also distinctly Santorinian. Full picture in our [complete food and wine guide](/discover/santorini-wine-food-guide).

Is Santorini cheap to eat out?

No. Meal for two with wine: EUR 50-80 mid-range, EUR 100-150+ fine dining. Inland village tavernas (Pyrgos, Megalochori) cost 30-40% less for the same quality. See our [Fira restaurant guide](/discover/best-restaurants-fira-santorini) for specific prices.

What is the traditional Santorini cheese?

Chlorotyri: soft, tangy fresh cheese from goat's or sheep's milk. Sharper than ricotta. Served as a meze with olive oil. You won't find it outside Greece.

Can I eat well as a vegetarian in Santorini?

Yes. Fava is vegan. Tomatokeftedes are often vegan. Most tavernas serve grilled vegetables, dolmades, gigantes, fresh salads. Ask about eggs and butter in specific dishes.

What should I avoid eating in Santorini?

Skip restaurants with 20-page menus. For the best santorini dishes, choose places with short menus and local ingredients. Don't order expensive fish at a caldera restaurant far from any port. Don't pay EUR 25 for fava when the taverna down the hill makes it better for EUR 7.

What time do restaurants serve dinner in Santorini?

Most open at 6:30-7:00 PM, serve until 11:00 PM or later. Greeks eat dinner around 9:00-10:00 PM. Arriving before 7:30 PM means less crowding and no reservation needed. --- The volcanic soil, the dry wind, the isolation, these conditions push every ingredient on the island to develop flavors you won't find on the mainland. Eating traditional Santorini dishes is the most direct way to taste what makes this place different. Our [cave suites in Fira](/accommodation/jacuzzi-cave-suite) put you withi

Traditional Santorini dishes including fava and tomatokeftedes served at a Greek taverna

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What to Eat in Santorini: Traditional Dishes You Need to Try

Last updated: March 2026

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