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Ifestioni Restaurant, Fira, Santorini

Ifestioni Restaurant

4.7 (52)
€30 and under
Mediterranean
Aressana Spa Hotel & Suites, Fira, Santorini 84700

About this restaurant

  • Romantic
  • Innovative
  • Great for fine wines
The Ifestioni Restaurant, nestled in the Aressana Hotel, offers a genuine experience of the island's culinary culture and flavorful Mediterranean cuisine. Our Head Chef Marios Laganas honors Greek Cuisine and has crafted a Dinner menu which is more of a 'journey' in time, with plates such as the famous 'Athinaiki Salata', 'Fish Yuverlakia' and the excelent 'Cod Dolma' (which is known to Greeks as 'Bakaliaros-Skordhalia'.
Join us for an elegant dining experience, tasting some of the best Greek dishes!
However, we absolutely love Comfort Food therefore our Lunch Menu is consisted of a Greek tapas mixture and Western comfort food! Offered by our expansive, freshwater pool where you can indulge in our refreshing cocktails!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    €30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Creative Western, Greek
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00–17:00 Daily 17:30–22:15
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Marios Laganas
  • Private party facilities
    Private events are welcomed to the Ifestioni Restaurant with friendly professionalism!We take joy in hosting your celebration with your loved ones and ensuring everything will be exactly as you requested.
  • Area
    Santorini
  • Cross street
    Metropolis Street
  • Parking Details
    None
  • Public transport
    The IFestioni Restaurant is located within the premises of the Aressana Hotel in the heart of Fira town, right opposite the Metropolis Church. From the terminal bus station and the taxi station it is within a 100m walking distance at the top of the cobble-paved path.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Ifestioni Restaurant.

4.7

4.7
(52)
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

52 Reviews
  1. Sheila Gold

    Las Vegas5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 17 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We ate at Ifestioni for dinner on a recommendation. The food was superb, especially the seabass in parchment paper. Our server was delightful, and spent good time with us as we were the first patrons of the evening. She offered us a savory complimentary fish soup. From start to finish, our time at Ifestioni was memorable and we look forward to recommending it to others. Bravo!

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  2. Carole

    Nottingham/Nottinghamshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 19 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We received a warm welcome from all the staff and our main server was warm, very helpful and knowledgable about the food and wine we were ordering. We really enjoyed the food and felt it was reasonably priced. The views from the restaurant were absolutely stunning. I would highly recommend Ifestioni for the food, ambiance, views and lovely staff!

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  3. Irini

    Greece1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 22 April 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had a wonderful dining experience at Ifestioni last night with my family. From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere was warm, elegant, and truly inviting—perfect for a relaxed and memorable evening. A special mention goes to our sommelier and server, Angeliki, who was absolutely outstanding. She was knowledgeable, attentive, and incredibly friendly, making us feel genuinely welcomed. Her recommendations were spot-on and elevated the entire experience. The food was simply delicious—each dish was full of flavor, beautifully presented, and clearly made with high-quality ingredients. Everything we tried exceeded our expectations. Overall, Ifestioni offers not just great food, but a complete dining experience with amazing service and a lovely ambiance. I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Santorini!🫶🏻
    Ifestioni RestaurantResponded on 23 April 2026
    Dear Irini, we are grateful for your review! Knowing that you and your family thoroughly enjoyed your dinner, is rewarding! Warm island greetings, on behalf of the Ifestioni team Anna

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  4. Αγγελική

    Greece1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 21 April 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I visited the Ifestioni restaurant with my partner two days ago. It was a very pleasant and relaxing experience! The food was delicious, and our waiter informed us that all the ingredients used come from the greek territory, it was impressive! What satisfied me even more, was the fact that they had a totally greek wine list and an extensive cocktail & beverage list that included even several choices for still and sparkling water!!! The staff was kind, friendly and very attentive and our waiter Kleopatra did everything to make us feel like being at home! I definitely recommend it!!!

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  5. David

    London1 review

    2.0

    Dined on 6 April 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Starters were amazing, but the Mains were cold and the waiter kept getting orders wrong and we had to challenge the bill. I would hope when this restaurant is busier in the high season, its quality improves. Not as expected.
    Ifestioni RestaurantResponded on 23 April 2026
    Dear David, We regret knowing you had an average dining experience, but are also grateful for your constructive review. A bill has never before been challenged and do hope you will visit again in order to receive the quality of services we are known for.

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  6. DEANNA Gold

    New Jersey16 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 1 April 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Ifestioni was such a cute and charming spot in Santorini with a really lovely atmosphere. The restaurant itself has a warm, inviting feel and was a great place to enjoy a meal. The food was good, and while there weren’t a lot of options that personally fit what I wanted to eat, what we had was still enjoyable. The standout for me was definitely the service—absolutely impeccable. The staff was attentive, friendly, and made the experience feel extra special. Overall, a very charming restaurant with excellent service and a nice ambiance. If you’re looking for a cozy spot in Santorini and appreciate great hospitality, it’s definitely worth a visit.
    Ifestioni RestaurantResponded on 21 April 2026
    Dear Deanna, we are grateful for visiting and sharing your great review! Island Greetings, The Ifestioni Restaurant

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  7. Stephan

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on 3 October 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    The food was poorly prepared and drowned in sauce, the fish and meat were dry. Overall, unfortunately not to be recommended at all…

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Dublin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 1 August 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was tasty, waitress was very friendly and helpful and represented the hotel/restaurant very well.

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  9. StephenA Gold

    San Diego12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 July 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food, service and atmosphere are without any question outstanding. The homemade jams and spreads are the hotels little known secret. You can leave without a jar or two of the amazing flavors. Especially the tomatoe jam. This hotel property really next level on all fronts. 5 stars all the ways around.

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  10. Liriana

    Greece1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 24 June 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Casual smart place, I thought it would be expensive judging from the pictures I had seen, but was pleasantly surprised with the value for money, excellent ambience and service!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    €30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Creative Western, Greek
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00–17:00 Daily 17:30–22:15
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Marios Laganas
  • Private party facilities
    Private events are welcomed to the Ifestioni Restaurant with friendly professionalism!We take joy in hosting your celebration with your loved ones and ensuring everything will be exactly as you requested.
  • Area
    Santorini
  • Cross street
    Metropolis Street
  • Parking Details
    None
  • Public transport
    The IFestioni Restaurant is located within the premises of the Aressana Hotel in the heart of Fira town, right opposite the Metropolis Church. From the terminal bus station and the taxi station it is within a 100m walking distance at the top of the cobble-paved path.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Yes, Ifestioni is often recommended for romantic dinners, with guests praising its candlelit upper veranda, intimate atmosphere, and thoughtful wine pairings.

Ifestioni is at its most magical for dinner just after sunset, guests recommend the sunset/early-evening service and praise the candlelit upper veranda for a romantic, panoramic experience.

Ifestioni Restaurant often feels calm and relaxed, guests repeatedly describe quiet, unhurried evenings, and one guest specifically noted it was “a little dead” on a Saturday, while another reported being one of only three tables that night.

Yes, Ifestioni offers outdoor spots: guests enjoy lunch by the pool and the menu mentions wine tasting “enjoyed on our restaurant terrace, ” plus the owner notes poolside service for cocktails.

Ifestioni Restaurant feels calm, elegant and welcoming, the dining style is listed as Casual Elegant, and guests describe a warm, romantic, candlelit veranda and relaxed poolside lunches.

Smart casual is the guide at Ifestioni Restaurant, think polished but relaxed, with many guests describing it as a “casual smart” spot where a touch of dressiness fits well.

Ifestioni offers indoor dining plus outdoor options, you can dine on the restaurant terrace/upper veranda or enjoy meals by the pool, and the venue also accepts private parties.

Wednesday evenings are a favourite, a guest describes a "magical evening" at Ifestioni on a Wednesday, noting it as the perfect spot for a romantic couples' dinner.

Ifestioni Restaurant welcomes private parties, it operates as the restaurant of the Aressana Hotel and explicitly allows private parties.

Starters can be generous at Ifestioni, one guest described an arancini starter as "a very big starter for one person" and another praised the prawns as "massive."

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Not bookable

This restaurant is open seasonally. Unfortunately, it is currently closed.

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