Stani Tavern — Restaurant in Municipality of Thira

Came here after seeing the rooftop and was immediately seated at 8:30 PM after sunset. Rooftop had some people but not overly crowded. Our waiter was initially helpful but then disappeared after we got drinks and an appetizer, prompting us to ask for an update on our other items. We got the fried zucchini (very good), shrimp w sweet and sour, and "easy fish" (dorado with spinach in between like a sandwich). It took like an hour to get the food so that was not great.

While the food was decent and service not impressive up to this point, what saved the day is when my girlfriend got upset (unrelated to the food or service - my fault I guess) and another waiter stepped in to get her a drink and free dessert as she was visibly upset. He calmed things down and helped her have a good experience while I was in the doghouse. I appreciated that immensely and not many waiters would have tried to help out to that extent.

So 4.5 stars for the view from the roof 2 stars for the normal service 4 stars for the prices of the menu vs tourist prices in Fira 4 stars for quality of food 5 stars for the waiter stepping up to go above and beyond to make sure she had a positive memory...

Firstly and most importantly the food was incredible. I had the beetroot and cherry tomato risotto, Devine! Secondly, the view! Wow, was not expecting that, took about 5000 photos of it. Overall, me and my partner had a fantastic evening. If I could critique one thing it would be that when the waiter asked if we wanted to tip we politely declined ( tips as they go, are optional and we weren’t in place to tip as we felt like the service we received from that specific waiter who took our payment was not anything special - and we are allowed to have that opinion.) the one thing that bothered me was that when we declined he muttered something in Greek under his breath. I’m not sure if it was unpleasant but it was rude regardless. He then marched off with a sour face. Not sure if he was having a bad day ( we all have them) but I just felt like I could not give 5/5 stars due to this matter.

Please note that I do tip occasionally , but I think saying at least “ bye” or “thank you” or “ have a nice meal” is just bare minimum elements of a service, unfortunately the waiter did not meet this criteria..

Apart from our encounter with that specific staff member, everything else...

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Nestled on the cliffs of Santorini, this Greek restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience that combines exceptional cuisine with one of the most stunning sunset views imaginable. From the moment you step in, you are greeted with the warm hospitality that Greece is famous for, and the ambiance immediately sets the stage for a memorable evening.

The menu is a masterful blend of traditional Greek flavors and innovative culinary techniques. Each dish is crafted with fresh, local ingredients, highlighting the rich culinary heritage of the region. The moussaka was the best I've ever had—layers of eggplant, perfectly seasoned meat, and a creamy béchamel that melted in my mouth. The seafood platter, featuring the catch of the day, was incredibly fresh and beautifully presented.

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