Affordable Restaurants

Aktaion
Once you've found the hamlet of Firostefani, you'll not want to leave. Particularly because of this homely restaurant, with its tables set out along the coast path. Try the homemade moussaka, delve into its meze selection of cheeses and dips, and cap it off with some sweet local Vinsanto wine.

Address: Main square, Firostefani | Telephone: 22860 22336 |

Skala
A classic Greek taverna with classic views to match, Skala overlooks the Caldera from the steep cliffs of Oia. Hidden just off Oia's main street, its moussaka, souvlaki and dips like tzatziki and fava make it worth the effort of finding it.

Address: Odos Nikolaos Nomikos, Oia | Telephone: 22860 71362 |

Fine Dining Restaurants

Selene
Sourcing much of its produce from the surrounding farms, this renowned restaurant prides itself on its inventive island cuisine. Pair fine Assyrtiko wines with meze such as tomato fritters and octopus carpaccio; and mains of grilled lamb faggot with aubergine purée or dorado with wild greens and caper cream.

Address: Pyrgos | Telephone: 22860 22249 |

Kandouni
The odd Hollywood star has been known to sample the mouth-watering Mediterranean menu at this former sea captain's house, styled like an old-fashioned island home. Sample their baked lamb with halloumi, freshly grilled fish, or bacon-wrapped beef filet mignon.

Address: Near main square, Oia | Telephone: 22860 71616 |