Santorini Greek Taverna in Calgary

1502 Centre St N, Calgary, AB T2E 2R9, Canada

★★★★★
(889 reviews)
Categories: Greek restaurant Family restaurant

About

Authentic Greek food, served in the traditional ways of Greece.

Website
santorinirestaurant.com
Address
1502 Centre St N, Calgary, AB T2E 2R9, Canada
Plus Code
3W8Q+43 Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Time Zone
America/Edmonton

Business Hours

Sunday
4–9 PM
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
11:30 AM–3 PM – 5–9 PM
Wednesday
11:30 AM–3 PM – 5–9 PM
Thursday
11:30 AM–3 PM – 5–9 PM
Friday
11:30 AM–3 PM – 5–9:30 PM
Saturday
12–3 PM – 5–9:30 PM

Services

Service options
Outdoor seating Takeaway Dine-in
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park Wheelchair-accessible entrance Wheelchair-accessible seating Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Alcohol Beer Cocktails Coffee Healthy options Small plates Spirits Vegetarian options Wine
Dining options
Lunch Dinner Catering Dessert Seating
Amenities
Bar on site Toilets Wi-Fi Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual Cosy Romantic
Crowd
Groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards Debit cards NFC mobile payments Credit cards
Children
High chairs
Parking
Free of charge street parking Free parking lot Parking

Photos

Reviews

4.6
★★★★★
889 reviews

Most Mentioned

calamari (32) saganaki (27) birthday (22) platter (21) roast lamb (12) spanakopita (11) fried cheese (9) chicken souvlaki (8) bougatsa (7) rack of lamb (5)
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★★★★★
December 17, 2024

I tried Greek food for the first time at this restaurant, and it was absolutely delicious! The flavors were vibrant and unique, making it such a memorable experience. What made the meal even more enjoyable was the exceptional service. the server was incredibly kind and attentive, despite how busy the restaurant was. I was especially impressed by how she managed multiple tables with a genuine smile the entire time. The food was a little salty for my taste, but that’s likely because I usually prefer milder flavors. Still, everything was prepared beautifully, and I would definitely visit again—if not just for the food, then for the amazing service!

★★★★★
November 24, 2024

The upstairs eating area was really nice and cozy atmosphere, perfect for a date night. The service was fast, efficient and everyone was friendly. The food was amazing. I tried Moussaka for the first time and it was amazing. Had some calamari for appetizer and it was delicious. Will definitely go back there again.

★★★★
August 27, 2024

Came here for lunch with my family. Overall very fresh and well cooked greek food. Not surprising that this restaurant has been a fixture on center Street for so long. We ordered the octopus starter which was very nice. Amongst the three of us we shared the chicken souvlaki, lamb chops, chop salad and hummus dip. Great meal and fantastic option if you are in the mood for Greek food.

★★★★★
July 31, 2024

Stopped here for a bite to eat today. Had the whipped feta with shot peppers with warm pita bread and the Greek meatballs. Ordered a glass of white wine and the server immediately let me know it was very unique taste and I should try it first. I ordered something else but still tasted the first one. She was correct. It was very different. Not bad but a little out there for a non Greek pallet Service was excellent

★★★★★
May 26, 2024

BEST GREEK FOOD I’VE EVER HAD!!! My husband and I arrived on a busy Saturday night without reservations. They were gracious enough to accommodate us at a table between reservations. We did not know what to expect, but it was WORTH EVERY PENNY & ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS. Lovely ambiance, the service was wonderful as was the food. Feels like you’re in Greece! Can’t wait to go back!

★★★★★
January 19, 2024

I hadn't been here in over a decade and stopped in for lunch with a friend because one of our other favorite spots was closed. We were pleasantly surprised to discover that the food quality and service had improved, so I brought my wife back here for a birthday dinner. The place was packed on a Saturday night and, at one point, a waiter threw a plate on the floor and started a dance. Other staff and patrons joined in yelling Opa! as they danced, which made for a memorable evening. Our favorites, at the moment, are the calamari, roast lamb, moussaka, and bougatsa. We'll definitely be back to try some other dishes on the menu.

★★★★★
January 5, 2024

I love that it's authentic Greek food and has such a long history in Calgary! Detailed attention to food and service is amazing! I recommend the Combination platter for two to try a bit of everything and portions are enough for three if you add a side of pita bread. The calamari is fresh, crispy and tender and comes with tzaziki. The moussaka is authentic and rich. The dolmathes is a bit salty. The spankopita is light and cripsy. The salad, rice, roast potatoes are good. The lamb and chicken souvlaki are lightly seasoned but are a bit dry. The soup we added is very sour and refreshing. The pita bread is cooked on charcoal so might be a bit brown but tastes amazing! The waitress always filled our water and the server was so nice! Definitely on the expensive side but it was worth it. Overall, recommend!!

★★★★
July 4, 2023

Great food, good prices compared to portion sizes. Went on a Tuesday night. Seated in the upstairs corner so it ws darker than I liked. Not a ton of service, probably cause they were busy? Food was a lot slower than I am used to at a Greek restaurant. Would still recommend and come back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 18, 2024

An established Greek restaurant. It has been here for a long time. We go there whenever we want Greek food in the neighbourhood.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 17, 2024

Food was delicious and the service was friendly and attentive. The restaurant seating is a little cramped though.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 15, 2024

I always love their food and service.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 14, 2024

Celebrating my wife s birthday. Great food, great atmosphere!

★★★★★
December 7, 2024

Outstanding food, service and atmosphere. The cold pllatter and dinner for 2 were fabulous

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 30, 2024

Amazing dinner and service. Authentic Greek food. Lucky to have such a place in Calgary.

★★★★★
November 30, 2024

Such a great little oasis away that has a wonderful staff, and high quality food. I have been a few times with work and I will absolutely keep coming back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 30, 2024

Went for our first time to celebrate my fiancés birthday, and we were not disappointed! Food was amazing, service was top notch. Will definitely be returning.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

Our family first time at Santorini Greek Taverna. We were so impressed with our meal (taverna special). Family style meal which provided the opportunity to experience many of their great dishes. Our waitress, Maria L was amazing and made our families birthday celebration such a great night. We also loved the cozy athmosphere. We definitely will be back along with recommending this place to our friends. Thanks Maria and to all your family and staff!!

★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

Been wanting to try this for a while. Went tonight and was pretty disappointed. I mean food was decent, but lacked flavour. Server was nice overall service was lacking. Waited 45 min for our mains and wasn t worth the wait. And prices were not worth what was given. I am grateful for the fact that it is family owned and I got to eat food, just think they can do much better. I won t be coming back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

Great place for Mediterranean food in Calgary. Highly recommend

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

Been awhile since I been here with the family ..the staff here are amazing and it s such a great experience.. so it s 5star food from me and the wife and the kids gave it a 4.. lol don t worry we will be back and we recommend if you haven t been here you should check it out

★★★★★
November 21, 2024

Just left this awesome establishment and can t say enough good. I had made a reservation, but booked the wrong amount of people. they still accommodated us. It was packed and the service and food were absolute amazing. Go here, you will not regret it! Enjoy

★★★★★
Local Guide
November 21, 2024

Best Greek food in the city and the staff were incredible!

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 21, 2024

Santorinis is that place that you ask why dont we come here more often? Love this place and the staff. Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 21, 2024

We had a lovely dinner tonight at Santorini. We shared the couples platter for two, which was to die for. The food was fresh, and even the simplest parts (rice + potatoes) was so unique and delicious! Our service was friendly, kind and genuine. They even gave us baklava on the house for dessert! 10/10 would go back.

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

Everything was great

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

Soooo much food for two with the taverna meal! Everything steaming hot and outstanding! Wont wait long to return.

★★★★★
October 21, 2024

First time coming here and the food was amazing and delicious.

★★★★★
Local Guide
October 21, 2024

Great service, amazing food.

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

Delicious and authentic food. Highly recommend. Will be returning whenever I m in the area.

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

Wow, that was probably the best meal I ve had in a long time. I ordered the lamb chops, I don t even have words to describe how delicious they were, only Greeks know how to make the best lamb chops. My husband got the mussels and I think he drank the sauce after because it was so tasty! The staff were all so great, always checking in and I love that the owner or manager came by to say hi and to thank us for dining with them. I love the Greeks!

★★★★★
Local Guide
September 21, 2024

We loved this place. The service was excellent and the food was beautifully presented and tasted even better than it looked.

★★
September 21, 2024

If you re not a regular customer be prepared to feel it. Upon entry, the waitress wanted us to follow her upstairs however the owner said downstairs. The feeling was, save the good spots for others. Even mentioned upon entry we were from out of town and had a reservation. Food was definitely overpriced and if you didn t order a starter you would be hungry after you left. Chicken souvlaki was lacking potatoes, 3, quarter halves the sizes of child s thumb. Rice portion was 3/4 of a cup but lacked flavour. Chicken was just ok. The noise in the restaurant was loud from other patrons that the owner was entertaining, was so loud we couldn t speak to each other at the table without raising our voices so we didn t talk much. Waitress and waiter, likely the owners children were very attentive. We have had plenty of Greek food, the best we had was in Germany, where the owner would give you a shot of ouzo at the end of your meal and appreciated your business and you as a customer, a little chit chat goes a long way, regular customers or returning customers. The noise got to us, we couldn t get out of there fast enough. It s not just about your regulars, treat all customers the same. You never get a second chance to make a first impression

★★★★★
September 21, 2024

A group of 15 of us came for my birthday dinner and most of us partook of the Taverna Special. OH MY GOODNESS! It was utterly fantastic! Sooooo much food, and all of it delicious! We ate saganaki (I seriously dream about the saganaki here), pita, hummus, tzatziki, meatballs (you need these!!), salad, kalamari, spanakopita, roast lamb, chicken and roast potatoes! Everyone was STUFFED and happy! Not only was the food incredible but the staff were wonderful! Attentive, friendly, generous and a real pleasure with every interaction! Santorinis has never disappointed on any level!

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

Thank you to Rolandos and his amazing staff, its a must when I visit Calgary. Family wedding dinner on Sunday for 19, the food is undeniably the best Greek food I have ever had anywhere in Canada including Toronto, Windsor and London (Detroit too). I am Greek-Cypriot and can tell you this Taverna is as authentic as it gets, it felt as though I was in Cyprus. We will always come back.

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

Absolutely amazing food! Very authentic.Top notch service and great atmosphere. Definitely a returning customer!

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

A very authentic Greek experience.

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

Excellent Greek food. We had the chicken souvlaki which was well seasoned and tender. The saganaki and spanakopita were very good; the pastry was nice and crispy on the spanakopita. The baklava was one of the best I ve ever had. Prices are reasonable with good service and nice atmosphere. Can t wait to go back.

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

My partner and I have travelled to Greece and ate alot of Greek food back home in Australia. Santorini Restaurant is an excellent place to visit. We were both highly impressed with the quality of food, service and atmosphere of the venue! The food was fresh and and tasty whilst the waiters were attentive and easy to talk too. We highly recommend a visit if youre in the mood for some authentic Greek cuisine

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

Excellent Greek cuisine! Had a craving for Greek while traveling and happened to pick this place, and was very glad we did. Everything we had was top notch across the board. Delicious, good presentation, great service. If I have any complaint at all, its that the prices are a little high for the portion sizes (except the Moussaka which was a gigantic piece).

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

Loved the hot and cold appetizer plates, and the saganaki.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

Very tasty food, the atmosphere took me back to Grecia, I could not be more happy with the service!! I recommend this little oasis of happiness to everyone!! Prices are fair considering the quality of food, way to go, chef!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

They have good food and nice environment great patio

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

My wife and I have wanted to try the restaurant for quite some time, and we are so happy we did! The staff was very friendly and welcoming, and the atmosphere was made to feel like you were dining in Greece! The food was fantastic and cooked to perfection. The spanakopita was some of the best that I ve ever had! We both highly recommend this place.

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

Food was absolutely incredible! The chicken skewers were super tender, tasty, and had not one bit of fat! We also had the hummus and which were wonderful too. Rolandos, the owner, made the experience all that better! You can show the pride he has in his restaurant. Atmosphere was great too! Be sure to make a reservation in advance! 10/10 would absolutely come back!

★★★★★
August 21, 2024

Hands down some of the best fish Ive had in my life.

★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

Food was average. The place has an unusual and slightly unpleasant odour. The preparations were very average and not with the cost. I would recommend skipping this place. There are plenty of other options.

★★★★★
Local Guide
August 21, 2024

Very nice atmosphere. Friendly staff, delicious food. Definitely recommended!

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

Great food and service!

★★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

They were super busy but still found us a table. Served us fresh, hot delicious food at a good price. Very friendly staff. Definitely worth a visit.

★★★★★
July 21, 2024

The food is great, and the atmosphere is amazing. What a great place

★★★★★
July 21, 2024

Great food great owners awesome atmosphere

★★★★★
July 21, 2024

Easily the best greek food I have ever had in my life. The owner of the restaurant was also extremely friendly and helpful, despite how busy the restaurant was at the time. I highly recommend Santorini

★★★★
Local Guide
July 21, 2024

Great food, great service. You can tell they try very hard to keep the bar high here. Very relaxed atmosphere serviced by well dressed and attentive staff. I only had a couple of suggestions. If they want to charge $10 for a beer it needs to be ice cold. Mine arrived coolish. The other thing is the acoustics are not the best in there. Id recommend putting sound baffles on the walls to absorb all the echos and fast moving sound. I found it very noisy for this reason and that was a big distraction for me.

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 21, 2024

Last minute choice for dinner with my son. We definitely were underdressed for this somewhat upscale restaurant (they have table clothes). Food was a bit pricey BUT worth every penny. You can taste the quality of the ingredients and the love that goes into preparing it. Definitely will return!! I had the chicken souvlaki with rice pilaf and Greek salad ($34 because I substituted for salad) and my son had the pastichio ($26). Sorry no photos. Dietary restrictions: I am gluten intolerant. They dont say they offer gluten free but I know what items to pick that would be less likely to contain or be cross contaminated.

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 21, 2024

Very pleasant experience. The food was really good and tasty.

★★★★★
June 21, 2024

Excellent food, service and ambiance. Very friendly staff. Will definitely be going again. Food

★★★★★
June 21, 2024

We had the most amazing lunch here yesterday. We had just landed into town and happened upon this adorable, fun, friendly and amazing spot. Mariana was our server and she explained all the different options. The owners stopped by the table to greet us. We mispronounced everything. And loved it all. The meatball app was insanely good. Same for the eggplant app. We fought over whose souvlaki was better. But I think my prawns won. Honorable mention to the beef and lamb. They brought us over two desserts. The best baklava I have ever had and some hot puff cream filled concoction that I will dream about forever. Then told us dessert was on them. What a treat. Highly recommend this little gem!

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 21, 2024

Randomly decide to go to a Greek restaurant and this was super close. Got the metaxa brandy which was delicious! Shared the taverna special which came with 7 plates and every single one was beyond delicious! The staff was also very friendly and will definitely come back! Thank you very much!

★★★★★
June 21, 2024

I had not been here is many years, even though it was always a favourite. We had family in town for a graduation and went on Saturday night as a group of 12. I was so happy that the food and service was exactly how we remembered. Our server (Luca), was amazing as was the support staff. The food came out in a timely manner and more importantly it was fresh and delicious. Great job Santorini

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 21, 2024

Very good Vegetarian options: Nice Kid-friendliness: Its nice

★★★★★
June 21, 2024

Went here last night for fathers day and it was awesome! Food was amazing, service was amazing, overall experience was great! Will definitely be back here.

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 21, 2024

Good portion, ambiance gave us a pretty greek vibes. Will come back

★★★★★
Local Guide
June 21, 2024

One of the best Greek meals we have ever had!! I would say the best dolmades ever. The platter for two is wonderful.

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 21, 2024

The food was SO Good that I didn t even have time to take a picture before we absolutely inhaled everything we ordered. We had the saganaki, spanakopita, and chicken souvlaki for lunch. Shared between two people. Perfect portions! Salad was fresh. Chicken super tender. Tatziki to die for. So good!

★★★★★
May 21, 2024

What an amazing experience. The service was incredible and the food was amazing. The baklava ice cream was a unique Greek dessert. Thank you and see you soon!

★★★★★
Local Guide
May 21, 2024

Amazing food and service, never once had to ask for a refill on a drink as the servers were very attentive. Beautiful interior and the chef always makes sure everything is to your liking. In the mid range for price but certainly worth it. Definitely check this place out! Also the owner is such a friendly man and always makes sure youre having a good time Parking: If you cant find parking in the main parking lot, look for street parking nearby. Its free past 6: 00pm on weekdays

★★★★★
May 21, 2024

Nice food and nice people

★★★★★
May 21, 2024

Amazing authentic Greek food with excellent service. Highly recommend the soanikopita, moussaka, and soulavaki prawn!

★★★★★
May 21, 2024

This is absolutely one of my favourite places to eat in Calgary. The food is phenomenal, staff is so lovely, and the service is great. Been many time, and will go many more times in the future. Highly recommend

★★★★★
April 21, 2024

Great lunch with the team. Food was fantastic as always and service was great as well.

★★★★★
April 21, 2024

This is a lovely experience, both food and service are top notch. I would love to bring a large group here as I know it would be perfect.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 21, 2024

Food was amazing. We had a platter for two and it was a great way to try a bunch of different things. Everything was amazing and we will definitely go back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 21, 2024

This is THE BEST GREEK IN CALGARY. This is not an exaggeration! Been here 4 times now from far out of town, and every time the food is so flavourful and delicious. We just beat their closing time with a pickup order, and the food was just the same as every other time! The service is always friendly and wonderful. We will return many more times and tell all who ask! Thank you!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 21, 2024

We absolutely love this place! The food and service and exceptional! I highly recommend this business if you are looking for a wonderful authentic meal!

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 21, 2024

I went 30 years of life thinking I did not enjoy Greek food, Ive tried multiple different Greek restaurants across Canada and never felt any different. My friends picked this as a dinner spot and it changed my perspective. Every other Greek restaurant feels like a bland imitation in retrospect. If you like Greek food, try this place. If you dont like Greek food... Try this place anyway.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 21, 2024

this cafe is like a piece of Greece, cozy atmosphere, very good service, the girl waitress was polite and nice, the interior is very interesting and cozy, special thanks to the chef, I got the maximum pleasure from the chicken and salad, I recommend everyone to visit this establishment, you will get the maximum pleasure

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 21, 2024

Very, good Greek food. Have been here a few times now and it has been good every time. Dietary restrictions: Restaurant was very accommodating regarding a food allergy. There is something for everyone.

★★★★★
Local Guide
April 21, 2024

Everytime we come here the food never disappoints! The atmosphere is great. The staff are very friendly and takes care of you. With our most recent visit, we ordered the seafood platter for two. It was very filling! We will definitely be back again!

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 21, 2024

Without a doubt the best Greek restaurant in Calgary if not the best restaurant in Calgary. The food is excellent and consistently of high quality. The service is personal and friendly without being obtrusive. And the restaurant stays quiet even when its busy. A delightful way to spend an evening with people you enjoy being with.

★★★★★
March 21, 2024

My wife and I have come here sporadically for many years. Very good Greek food and authentic atmosphere. Be sure to start with the saganaki!

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 21, 2024

Highly recommended. Amazing Greek food. Vegetarian options: Loads of vegetarian, food, many options to pick from! Parking: Big parking lot

★★★★★
March 21, 2024

Absolutely delicious food and the service is wonderful. Tastes exactly like the food in Greece. A nice place to go if you are missing the homeland

★★★★
March 21, 2024

I felt like I was in Greece with the decor and ambience! Me and my husband loved it - we ordered the combo for 2. Best souvlaki we ve had, tenderly falling off the skewer and moussaka was to die for too! I really came for the bougatsa dessert which is one of my fave desserts. It was alright - it had a lemon-y taste and it was individually rolled in phyllo and not as a slice (from a pie). I was not too fond of it but we also ordered baklava which was amazing!

★★★★
March 21, 2024

An excellent meal with attentive staff and friendly atmosphere. The only draw back was a lack of vegetarian options.

★★★★★
Local Guide
March 21, 2024

We attended as a larger group celebrating 2 birthdays. The place was busy but the wait staff was able to attend to all our needs. The food was very good. The place really gets bustling which only adds to the atmosphere. We enjoyed it immensely.

★★★★★
February 21, 2024

Top notch flavor

★★★★★
February 21, 2024

Everything about my experience at Santorini was top-notch! A qauint, rustic little hole in the wall, which served me the best Greek plate Ive ever had. Cant wait to come back Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 21, 2024

The best lamb chops on the world. Cooked/made to perfection .

★★★
February 21, 2024

Looked forward to going back after a long time away. They were able to seat us despite being crazy busy, but still with a reservation. A 15 minute wait seemed like quite awhile for an initial drinks order, so we worried that was going to be the standard set for service. We weren t wrong. We ordered the calamari and saganaki to start. The calamari was beautifully tender and the saganaki was delicious, but our server s lighter didn t work, so we didn t get the full saganaki experience. That was disappointing. We ordered some pita and tzatziki too and both were yummy and fresh. For the mains, we ordered two souvlaki - one beef (medium rare) and one chicken. Greek salad is noted on the menu as an addition for $4, so we asked for that. Apparently that meant we lost the potatoes, rice and steamed veg sides for one of our souvlakis. So we had to pay extra for salad and lost all the other sides. Seemed weird. Everything was flavourful, but our server clearly forgot about our food since it arrived barely lukewarm and the beef was very rare. We didn t say anything because we had plans to be elsewhere. If the server hadn t taken another 15 minutes to bring us our bill, I d rate this experience higher. Pretty disappointed overall after a very long time away. We ve had a better experience up the road at Calypso.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 21, 2024

OUT of this world flavour and service. We ordered the combination platter for two and everything was absolutely fresh, delicious and had enough for lunch at work tomorrow! Super kind, personable and attentive waitstaff. Will be back!

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 21, 2024

Shared one of the luncheon specials with 4 other friends. Tons of food, and delicious!

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 21, 2024

4 of us ordered Taverna Special last night. It was an incredible feast!! $48 per person is such a generous deal for the variety, quality and quantity they serve. We were all impressed with every single dish. I was particularly amazed by their calamari. Its not an exaggeration to say it is the best calamari Ive ever had. The squid was succulent and the breadcrumb was so light and crispy. Great service and quaint atmosphere.

★★★★★
February 21, 2024

Eugenia was wonderful, food was delicious and atmosphere was lovely! Dietary restrictions: Made gluten free pita for us and it was excellent! Food : 5/5 |

★★★★★
February 21, 2024

First time there, food was amazing. Lamb chops so tender, shrimp, mussels so delicious so much flavor. The five of us enjoyed our meal, fantastic service will definitely be back. Definitely a must. Thank you for an amazing meal.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 21, 2024

Nice cozy spot with tasty food and dish brake experience.

★★★★★
Local Guide
February 21, 2024

Really great food and service, a little noisy, but its a small place. Very friendly staff will definitely go again.

★★★★★
January 21, 2024

This is by far the best food and best service I have ever had in Calgary! My husband, daughter and I enjoyed every second of being here. Thank you to the amazing people running this restaurant

★★★★★
January 21, 2024

Excellent food served in an atmosphere that takes you away from cold Calgary in winter!! Huge servings, fantastic service. We will be back.

★★★★★
January 21, 2024

Always drove by here and wanted to go in. The interior is cozy and atmospheric, very well thought out. The room is paired with Greek music that sets the tone very well. Service was respectful and very well paced. Very nice people! Food was all delicious, no complaints. We ordered the Taverna special and prawn Souvlakia. Servings are huge and well prepared/and presented. Haven t had this much fun eating out in a while. Would definitely come back.

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 21, 2024

Dined there on December 29th with my wife and another couple. It was the best dining experience we all had the pleasure of enjoying. The service, quality of the food and professionalism of the staff made a very memorable evening out for all of us. Food : 5/5

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 21, 2024

I visited this small, cozy restaurant and loved the warm atmosphere. They have a small bar offering Greek drinks and other popular options. Even though they dont have beer on tap, it didnt affect their great service. The food was outstanding! I had the roast lamb (ARNI KLEFTIKO) - it was juicy, tender, and delicious, served with rice, potatoes, and tasty fried vegetables. The moussaka was also fantastic, and the baked béchamel (white) sauce on it was unbelievably delicious. The staff was friendly and helpful, recommending I try Ouzo, which turned out to be a delightful drink, though similar to Turkish Raki. I also tried Mastika, which was a bit too sweet for a spirit and felt more like a liqueur. Despite that, it was a good experience trying something new.

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 21, 2024

Great food , service and any occasion

★★★★★
Local Guide
January 21, 2024

Wow. A Calgary institution! The food lives up to the the incredible legacy of this restaurant. Can t wait to dine again here. 1000% . Thank you!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Traditional and Beautiful. The swordfish was delicious. Wish I had become here sooner! the owners are doing a wonderful job!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

One of my best experiences of the week in Calgary. Exempt service, spectacular authentic Greek fate and even had a great Greek beer! Spanakopita was incredible. All the dips we had fresh and full of flavour. I only wish we saved room for dessert. We will definitely be back!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Always a delicious experience

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Perfect every single time and the staff are just wonderful. Love coming here!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

One of my favourite dining experiences in Calgary! The food was delicious and the service was wonderful.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

What a superb restaurant! The lemon soup and . Souvlaki were delicious. Our table in a quiet upper level was served by Louis, the owner, who takes great pride in his delightful 50 year old establishment. our experience was outstanding We will be back on our next trip to Calgary. Support local!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

The food was delicious the atmosphere was wonderful, the staff was absolutely spectacular. They are legitimately some of the most gracious and pleasant people in the restaurant industry.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Amazing family owned restaurant!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Very good and authentic food and excellent service!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

ABSOLUTELY EXCEPTIONAL FOOD & SERVICE!!!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

We had the Taverna menu. Very good. I will probably go back to have Greek food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Fantastic cuisine and outstanding service. This hidden gem is one of the best places to get Greek food in the city.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Tried this place on a quick trip to Calgary. Kind of a cozy place with some Greek decor. A lot of interesting stuff to try. Ordered a sampler type meal. The meat was good and the greek potatoes were good too. Satisfying meal.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

So much fun, so delicious

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Beautiful Greek restaurant on Center Street North in Calgary. Authentic Greek food and restaurant. The owner visits every table to make sure that everything is good.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Amazing food amazing service amazing atmosphere would recommend to anyone looking for a great quality Greek meal at a reasonable price, but most of all AMAZING service

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

EVERYTHING IS WONDERFUL! If you never tried Santorini, this is your sign to go and give it a try. I enjoyed all the foods we ordered, not a single thing that I don t like My top 3 would be Mousaka, Spanakopita and Saganaki! There was a birthday celebration too that night and they were celebrating with smashing plates to the floor and dances It was very memorable!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

First time here won t be my last time, very delicious food full of flavour service was awesome small intimate atmosphere all the other staff would drop by and say hi top up water and make sure all is well!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Excellent food as always, super authentic and delicious. The service was top notch as well. Very friendly and accommodating. A must try in Calgary!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Hands down one of the best Greek meals we ve ever had!!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

What an amazing meal and experience! The food was so fresh and delicious!!! We were served by the owner, who was excellent, kind, attentive, and professional. He shared a lot about the restaurants 30+ year family history and even gave us some baklava ice cream to try, which was one of the best desserts I ve had. Lovely environment as well, with authentic eclectic Greek decor that the owner explained has been around for decades. This was our last meal while visiting Canada, and it was everyone s favorite!

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

The food tastes very good. However the portion is small and price is little expensive. Parking: Lunch time the parking lot was almost full even thought not a lot of people in the restaurant.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Staff is great Food is soooo good Looking forward to the next visit Food : 5/5

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Great food. Very comfortable atmosphere. Staff is awesome. I will definitely return and highly suggest you visit. I would suggest making a reservation. We got lucky and it got VERY busy very quickly. One last thing. The Sangria was very enjoyable.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Always awesome authentic Greek cuisine. Reccomend to everyone!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

We could have stopped anywhere in Calgary for lunch. We made the right choice. Authentic Greek food. Did I say delicious?

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Great Greek food, superb service. Very cozy and a friendly atmosphere. Would come here again!

★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

My husband loved Greek food so every year we remember him by going out for Greek food. For the past 14 or so years, we have been going to Calypso Taverna but tonight for some reason, it was closed so we found ourselves at Santorinis. Now being a Calgarian, I definitely know Santorini as it has been a staple in Calgarys restaurant scene for quite some time now. The restaurant is distinctly Greek. And that is a good thing. We had a nice table on the main floor. We didnt have reservations but the place was not that busy when we first arrived shortly after 6. However, around 7 the place started filling up. I would suggest a reso if you want to go around this time. We ordered all appetizers. The hommus was the first to arrive. The first thing my daughter noticed was the presentation. Most hommus she has been served has olive oil on top and often an olive or two, at the minimum, some parsley. This was rather plain looking. However, it was obviously homemade and quite tasty. The pita breads were hot and delish. The next dish to arrive was the Kalamaria. Again, the presentation was lacking. Even just parsley would have made it look like they cared. But once again, it was very tasty. The batter was light and crispy while the squid was very tender. The tazikik sauce was a great addition. We needed another sauce before we finished. The next dish were the ketethes, Greek meatballs. We were expecting meatballs in a tomato sauce, although the description does not say anything about any sauce so this is on us. Take a look at the picture of them. That is a totally unappetizing dish. They did taste better than they looked but the look of them had already turned us off a bit. Next were the prawns in garlic wine & butter sauce. The prawns themselves were big and nicely cooked and the sauce was tasty enough. They did not wow us though. The bright light of the whole meal was our waitress. She was exceptionally upbeat and smiling. We were not the most engaging customers tonight. But I could see from her interactions with other patrons, she really took her time and enjoyed the chat. After each dish was served, she waited until we had tried it and then came and asked if we enjoyed it. She was very sweet. The bill was hefty but I felt it reflects todays insane food prices. Parking: Parking is located beside and behind the restaurant. There is a rear entrance.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Ive driven by this place so many times and finally went in to give it a try. We were here for a birthday dinner so got to try a few things. Good was really good and the entree portions are generous. Staff was amazing and explained the menu very well. Will definitely return again.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Santorini Greek Taverna has been in Calgary as long as I can remember. So its a huge surprise that this is my first time visiting. The food is spot on. Service is excellent. We had a couple platters so we could try everything. Calamari and Mousaka is our favorite. Lamb chops were also delicious.

★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

We dropped by here on a whim and had some lovely hot appetizers. We enjoyed the saganaki the most, but the dolmades, keftedes & tzatziki, and mussels were very on point as well. We also loved the pita bread, probably the best pita bread weve had in Calgary. We didnt like the marinated octopus cold appetizer enough to want to order it again, it was quite plain and required a lot of lemon to liven it up. The spanakopita and stuffed egg plant were all right, but not our favourite. We tried a Fix (Greek) beer and that was a new and interesting experience. The service was great and we didnt want for anything.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

It was an experience! Food was amazing, I suggest the lamb. The staff & guests danced a little and smashed a plate or two. It was a great vibe, the food & people were amazing! Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Had the lunch special so got to sample lots of dishes and they all were superb.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

The best Greek meal we have ever had! The owners and all the staff were wonderful and the restaurant atmosphere is really lovely.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Came in from out of town and had dinner here with friends. Service was fantastic- our waitress was Eugenia, and she was wonderful & so charming :) food and atmosphere also excellent, plus sambuca shots on the house for our birthdays. Great experience overall! Well definitely be back!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Authentic Greek food in charming atmosphere. Outstanding service and plenty of parking.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Amazing authentic Greek food!! Highly recommend.

★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Both the roast lamb and chicken souvlaki were salty. For the price we expected more than 1 potato cut in half and the veggies were overcooked and soggy. It was busy so perhaps our expectations were too high Not good value for money.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Wonderful experience at Santorini. My boyfriend and I came for an early 2 years celebration and couldn t have been happier. Incredible atmosphere, amazing wine and food, and great service from all the staff. Made us feel like we were in Greece!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Fantastic food and service but a bit noisy and tight seating. Highly recommend the Traverna meal

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Great food, amazing service, cozy atmosphere! Went there for lunch with my better half, and now definitely want to check out the dinner.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Amazing, authentic Greek cuisine! Really enjoyed my meal.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

If you like authentic Greek food, you will love Santorini! Best saganaki I have ever had. Our server was so sweet and really great at her job. I will be back for more Vegetarian options: Good variety of vegetarian options

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

What an awesome experience from beginning to end. Louis was amazing at making sure we were completely taken care of. At the end of our meal he even brought us the homemade bachlava ice cream to try in addition to our bachlava dessert. It was as OMG delicious! I ll definitely be back bringing friends and family to try this amazing place.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

From our greeting to our bill was an amazing experience. The service was fabulous,the food was fabulous and the ambience was delightful. We basically ordered 3/4 of the appetizer menu as we wanted to try a little bit of everything and it was all delicious. The staff were friendly and engaging. My only disappointment was that I didnt have enough room for more food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

The food was AMAZING. We tried 6 different appies and every single one had us wishing we had room for more. Cannot wait to go again! Also, the host and our waitress were friendly and wonderful. Very welcoming.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

They slipped us in quickly without a reservation, the meal was unbelievable. Roasted lamb served with the bones, the meat fell off and had the perfect taste. Would recommend.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

We had my nieces sons baptism here. The service and the people were fantastic. The food is always so good and so consistent. I want to thank Loizos, Rolando and the entire santorini team for everything. You guys deserve a 5 + for the food and service.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Delicious fresh food and incredible service. Got my party of 14 in and out in a tight time window and were extremely pleasant about it. Always recommend this place for Greek food!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

I had the most incredible dining experience at Santorini Greek Taverna, and I cant stop raving about it, all thanks to the exceptional service provided by Rolandos and Luka. My group of 15 friends and I decided to dine at this charming establishment, and from start to finish, our experience was nothing short of outstanding. First and foremost, I have to commend Rolandos and Luka for their exceptional hospitality. Accommodating a large group can be a daunting task, but they made it look effortless. They greeted us with warm smiles and made sure we were seated comfortably. Even when we had some last-minute changes to our reservation, they handled them with grace and professionalism, ensuring that everyone in our party felt welcome and well taken care of. The atmosphere at Santorini Greek Taverna was simply enchanting. The soft glow of the candlelit tables created an intimate and inviting ambiance that was perfect for our gathering. One of the standout features of Santorini Greek Taverna is its ample street parking. Finding parking for a large group can be a hassle, but here, it was a breeze. This convenience was the icing on the cake for our night out. The vibe in the restaurant was nothing short of festive. The live music, traditional Greek tunes, and the occasional burst of enthusiastic dancing from the staff added to the overall energy of the place. We couldnt help but join in the merriment as we enjoyed our delicious Greek cuisine. Speaking of the food, it was absolutely delectable. The menu offered a wide range of Greek delicacies, from classic moussaka to perfectly grilled lamb chops. Each dish was bursting with flavor and authenticity, making it a true culinary delight. In conclusion, I cant recommend Santorini Greek Taverna enough, especially if you have the pleasure of being served by Rolandos and Luka. Their impeccable service, along with the fantastic atmosphere, ample parking, and mouthwatering food, make this restaurant a must-visit. Whether youre planning a special event or simply looking for a delightful dining experience, Santorini Greek Taverna is the place to be. Trust me; you wont be disappointed!

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Had a Saturday night dinner here and the food, service and atmosphere was great! Busy night for them so that tells you they have alot of happy people! We were a party of five and all enjoyed the food. My first experience at an authentic Greek restaurant and they hit it out of the park. Recommend to experience their hospitality.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Great people and the opa birthday celebration rocked

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Hadnt eaten greek for a while and had the craving. This place fulfilled my need.

★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

It was ok but won t be returning. I feel like the meals are quite small for the price. Too bad they do not have options for single skewers - the server mentioned only taking 5$ off the meal if we wanted just single skewers (so around $17 for a single skewer???) I asked to skip the rice then and add more salad - ended up with rice and tiny salad anyway. Didn t have time or patience to complain further. $90 dollar lunch is a little excessive.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Great fun, celebrated my birthday with ouzo and dancing. The place was packed and noisy, but wait staff were terrific, fast and responsive.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

First time going here the food was amazing, the staff were fast and helpful, clean bathrooms, reasonably priced. Even our young kids enjoyed the food. Food

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

My partner and I had an awesome experience eating here! Our server recommended we try the taverna special and we were not disappointed! Every dish was excellent. The service throughout and the presentation of the food was amazing. Definitely recommend!! We will be back soon.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

The three of us got the platter ($85), it was really good.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Absolutely outstanding food and service! Highly recommend the Taverna Special, a complete dinner that comes in courses, family style. The spanakopita and calamari were unbelievably good. Kid-friendliness: They were super with our 2.5 year old!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

There s a reason Santorini has been a Calgary institution for great Greek food for nearly forty years! With a wide variety of menu options, including some items not commonly found, fresh ingredients abound with the home style vibe and service. We immediately felt welcomed upon arriving, and throughout the entire dinner service. Quite honestly, everything was worthy of a 5 star rating! Parking: Free parking at side and rear of restaurant

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Just wonderful. Very friendly people that make you feel welkom. And the food is just amazing. Definately will come back again when we are in Calgary. We are from Europe and had several vacations in Greece. The taste here was just as i remembered from these holidays. Santorini Thank you very much for everything.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Excellent restaurant. Has a charming atmosphere, was buzzing with people enjoying the delicious food. The dinner special included a little bit of everything and we loved it all. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Would strongly recommend for a date night or a group!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Genuinely the greatest experience my wife and I have ever had in a restaurant. The servers and owner were so very friendly, and wonderful with us and other guests. Our water was never empty, they came by and checked on us very regularly. Every course was amazing, and the pacing of the meal was perfect. We ordered the Taverna Special for 2 and the dishes were made perfectly. The lamb and Greek salad was especially good. Near the end of our meal, the music changed and they invited us and some other guests to join in some traditional dances and plate shattering! The atmosphere really feels like youre in Santorini, and it was definitely a night to remember! To top it all off, our server brought us a complimentary baklava for an occasion we were celebrating. On a quick note, be sure to make a reservation because this place is popular!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Very good place to eat Greek food.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Best Greek food in Calgary!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Quaint and classic. Best Greek food Ive had in a very long time.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

We ha the Taverna Special. The portions were generous and the experience was delightful. Dishes coming at different time was a great experience. Everything exceeded expectations. Parking: Plenty of parking on the back. Very convenient.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

I do not normally do a review unless it was exceptional, and this place is. The taste was excellent and authentic. The service was fantastic.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

Wonderful food and service! Must visit for Greek cuisine.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Busy but great

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

The lamb is tender and succulent. Everything on the menu is delicious and prepared with care. Service is wonderful. Theres a reason this place is a Calgary institution.

★★★★★
December 21, 2023

The food was really good. Good services

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Great place. Food seems to be authentic, it is delicious and they make you feel very welcome.

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

Most Authentic Greek Restaurant in Calgary!!!! Excellent all around!!!

★★★★★
Local Guide
December 21, 2023

We ate here for the first time and the food was amazing. We got the Taverna special and everything we tried was spot on.The roast lamb was falling off the bone and the lemon potatoes were incredible. The Saganaki was a real treat. Im not normally into meatballs but Ketethes was perfectly seasoned and their Tzatiki is to die for. Weve never had Bougatsa but it was the perfect dessert to wrap up the evening. All the food was timed perfectly. Our server was attentive and great with recommendations. Everyone that dropped off our food or cleared plates was so kind and friendly. There was a real family restaurant vibe. Highly recommend!