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Dine at Ammoudi, the secret diamond
You can reach Ammoudi either by following the coastline road behind Oia or going down the 214 stairs connecting it to Oia. This bay used to teem with life, for it was the transit trade port. Ammoudi, along with Armeni (on the front side of Oia), used to be the ports of Oia in the 19th and 20th centuries. The boat for Thirasia sails from Ammoudi. Today, there are fish tavernas by the sea, painted in bright vivid colors with the houses of Oia overhanging aboveas if forming a crown at the top! You can enjoy fresh fish, after a stroll along the footpath leading to the rock of St. Nikolas Peramataris.
Have a swim at less known beaches
On the northern side of Oia, there is the district of Baxedes, a green expanse with a fantastic beach; on the southeast side there is Columbus, one of the wildest pebbled beaches of the island with crystal-clear waters. There is no tourist infrastructure here. You will find some shade only under the black-grey rock. Kantharos to the west of Oia is a small black sand beach and a serene atmopshere. You can also swim on Armeni, if you walk down the 300 stairs from the central road of Oia (Nomikos Road). To the east of Armeni beach you will find the chapel of Agii Eftapedes (The Holy Seven Youth from Ephesus). To the west there is the small Armenaki bay. Swimming in the fathomless deep waters is indeed an awesome experience! For the more adventurous, diving from the rocks at St. Nikolas offers a unique thrill!
Best for… Food & Drink
A guide to where you can taste gastronomic dishes, where you can enjoy dinner with a beautiful view, where you can eat delicious sweets, where to propose and where to eat fresh fish. We have selected for you the best places.
BEST FOR… FISH
Ammoudi
The true definition of fish tavern, built right next to the sea. It has been serving fresh fish since the beginning of the 19th century, when Ammoudi was the commercial port of Santorini. Dimitris will grill for you anything you desire. During the evening you will watch the sun diving behind Thirasia. The sunset here lasts more than anywhere else on the island.
Ammoudi, tel. 22860-71606
Katina
Mrs. Katina, a famous person in Ammoudi,− will serve you with the friendliest way. Everyone has visited this tavern. Taste the home-made taramosalata (fish roe salad), Santorinian split peas, grilled fresh fish and octopus and the famous tomato rissoles.
Ammoudi, tel. 22860-71280
Ο Petros
This fish tavern has been operating since 1950, preparing fresh fish and Greek traditional dishes. Taste the fine home-made Santorinian wine! Tip: From its terrace you have an amazing view of Caldera and Baksedes.
Oia, tel. 22860-71263, 16.00-24.00
Sunset
One of the oldest fish taverns in Ammoudi. Paraskevas prepares for you delicious dishes, mixing his mother’s recipes from Istanbul with local Santorinian flavors. House special is the lobster pasta and the grilled swordfish.
Ammoudi, tel. 22860-71614, from 10.00 until late at night
ΒEST FOR… GOURMET
1800
True gastronomic dishes. Most people sit on the terrace to enjoy the view. The whole energy of the captain’s house comes from its garden and its indoors area. The furniture is authentic. If you want to know more about the history of the island just talk to the owner of the restaurant, Mr. Giannis Zagkelidis. The restaurant also provides you an excellent wine list (friendly prices on local wines).
Oia, tel. 22860-71485
BEST FOR… VALUE FOR MONEY
Κyprida Restaurant
Unique Cyprian flavors: ravioli with halloumi cheese, seftalia (pork minced meat wrapped with lamb’s tuft), tavas (lamb with small onions in tomato sauce), grilled lountza (smoked pork), melitinopita and Santorinian wines. It also prepares dishes for vegetarians.
Oia, tel. 22860-71979, www.kyprida.gr, 12.00-24.00
Skala
Some of its advantages are the friendly environment, the good food and the unique atmosphere on the grim of the Caldera. House specials are sfouggato (omelet) with zucchini, small pastirma pies (pies stuffed with highly seasoned, air-dried cured beef ), octopus seasoned with vinsanto and bay leaves, pork with stamnagathi (spiny chicory).
Oia, tel. 22860-71362, www.feredini.gr, 12.30-00.30
Skiza Café
For coffee, breakfast, fresh juices and traditional sweets in the morning or for home-made pizza, crepes and pasta in the evening. Enjoy all these on the grim of Caldera.
Oia, tel. 22860-71569, www.feredini.gr, 8.00-1.30
Thalami Restaurant
Enjoy the creations of Mrs. Pagona while watching the view of Caldera. The Mediterranean dishes, the Greek traditional cuisine, the fresh seafood and the tap home-made Santorinian wine offer a feast of flavors.
Oia, tel. 22860-71009, 12.00-24.00
BEST FOR… VIEW
Feredini
An Italian restaurant, located at the entrance of Oia, with a beautiful terrace on the grim of Caldera. Its Italian chef will definitely amaze you with his classic dishes, such as hamon serano with melon, risotto with cuttlefish ink or with his more special dishes, such as shrimps flavored with vanilla. You can also try hand made potato nioki with wild asparaggus.
Oia, tel. 22860-71825, www.feredini.gr, 19.00-1.00
Kokkino Podilato
The most beautiful terrace in Oia with amazing works of art decorating the walls. It was an old house which was turned into restaurant but kept the homy atmosphere. Its Greek cuisine focuses on basic ingredients and local products.
Oia, tel. 22860-71918
Pandora’s Restaurant
It prepares extraordinary Santorinian dishes on the beautiful terrace in Ammoudi. The names of the dishes are rendered with absolute creativity (Brazen thieves, Japanese Cheese etc). It focuses on fresh fish and seafood.
Ammoudi, tel. 22860-72067, free wifi, from 11.00 until late at night
Pelekanos
Its terrace has an amazing view of the sunset and offers delicious dishes in friendly prices. Its Mediterranean cuisine consists mainly of seafood recipes (but not only). Tip: Order lobster pasta, the house special!
Oia, tel. 22860-71553,
www.pelekanosrestaurant.gr
218
This old kanava is a new entry restaurant-café with endless view of Caldera and a place of tastes with a Mediterranean-creative cuisine which emphasizes on traditional products. Just like its “brother” restaurant 1800, 218 will please both your palate and your spirit. Accessible to people with special needs.
Oia, tel. 22860-71801, 9.00-late at night
BEST FOR… COZY
Ambrosia and Nectar
One of the most charismatic restaurants in Oia, created by people who know all about taste (run by the owners of Ambrosia and 1864 The Sea Captain’s House & Spa). Its romantic scenery, the art de la table stylistic approach and the greek Mediterranean cuisine are things that you will cherish forever.
Oia, tel. 22860-71504
Κantouni
A quiet and elegant restaurant. You will be impressed by the cozy captain’s house that houses the restaurant, the low lighting, the wooden sofas and the fusion cuisine.
Oia, tel. 22860-71616, www.kantouni.com
