Selene Restaurant

What a phenomenal dining experience! Every dish was a work of art—beautifully presented and bursting with flavor. A heartfelt thank you to the chef for the private presentation of the main course—it made the evening feel truly special. The service was exceptional, with special thanks to Alex and Maria for their warmth and attentiveness throughout. The only critique would be the pasta, which was a bit too salty for our taste, but everything else more than made up for it. Highly recommended for a fine dining experience that blends creativity with genuine hospitality!

Excellent Food and Service, But Ambience Could Be Improved ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Selene offers a truly impressive culinary experience. The food was exquisite — refined, flavourful, and beautifully plated. Each dish felt thoughtful and rooted in Greek tradition with a modern touch. The service was equally exceptional: professional, friendly, and well-informed. However, the ambience didn’t quite live up to the same level. While the setting was pleasant, it lacked the atmosphere and charm we were hoping for, especially for a fine dining experience in Santorini. Still, the quality of the food and service easily make Selene a strong recommendation for any foodie visiting the island. Just don’t go expecting a dreamy or romantic setting.

The overall experience was incredible. We ordered the half moon with the triumph of the sea, a seafood pasta served with a bisque prepared on the table side. Our server was exceptional, and the food was delicious, even though it was quite expensive. However, the only part of the experience that was a bit disappointing was the yelling coming from the kitchen. The waiters seemed visibly shaken and upset, and it bothered me because I care deeply about culture, even the background details.

Selene is such an experience - don’t miss it if you’re in Santorini! We have been twice now and both times the service and food were outstanding. Their team even gave us a lovely gift as part of our honeymoon celebration.

The most romantic dinner of my life because of the rooftop sunset! The staffs were nice but everything takes forever.Food’s decent, they can do better.We dined here in May 2019.

One of the best restaurants in Greece. The ambience is truly one of a kind, the service and food is amazing. Would highly recommend!

Dining at Selene was the highlight of my trip to Santorini. The setting inside Katikies Garden is pure magic - intimate, elegant, and unlike anywhere else. The staff made me feel genuinely cared for and every course was thoughtful, refined, and unforgettable. A true fine dining experience with heart.

We had high expectations for Selene, especially after staying at a Katikies hotel in Oia and dining the night before at Botrini’s — both part of the same group. Everyone recommended Selene as one of the best restaurants in Fira, and the glowing Google reviews convinced us to try it. Unfortunately, our dinner was a deeply disappointing experience. The setting is undeniably beautiful: a charming courtyard in a former monastery, with warm lighting and pleasant music. The staff were genuinely kind, professional, and attentive throughout the evening — and they are truly the highlight of this place. However, the food was frankly not good at all. The chef seems overly focused on experimental combinations that simply don’t work. We couldn’t finish any of the courses. For instance, I usually love vegetarian dishes, but the vegetarian “carpaccio” I ordered was nearly inedible. It turned out to be dehydrated watermelon designed to imitate meat — tough, uncuttable, and unpleasant in taste. The server explained that it was intentional, but honestly, it was one of the strangest and least enjoyable dishes I’ve ever had in a fine dining restaurant. And the dessert? A chocolate and eggplant cake — again, an unbalanced and confusing mix that we couldn’t bring ourselves to finish. It’s a shame, because the space is beautiful and the service is lovely. But the cuisine felt more like a failed experiment than a refined gastronomic experience — and for the price, it was frankly unacceptable. I sincerely hope the chef rethinks the current menu and focuses more on harmony and taste rather than forced innovation.