Must-Try Greek Foods in Santorini
Santorini is not just about caldera views and sunsets — it is also an incredible destination for food lovers. The island offers everything from humble street food to world-class cuisine. Here are the dishes you absolutely must try during your visit.
🥙 #1 — Gyros Pita (The Must-Order)
The king of Greek street food. Juicy pork or chicken from a vertical rotisserie, wrapped in warm pita with tomato, onion, fries and tzatziki. This is the dish every tourist should eat at least once — ideally at Gerakos Souvlaki, the best souvlaki place in Santorini. Affordable, filling, authentic.
🍢 #2 — Souvlaki Skewers (Kalamaki)
Grilled meat on a skewer — simple, perfect. Pork or chicken, seasoned with Greek herbs and grilled over high heat. Eat it straight off the skewer or wrapped in pita. At Gerakos we grill to order, every time.
🥗 #3 — Greek Salad (Choriatiki)
Chunky tomatoes, cucumber, olives, red onion and a thick slab of feta cheese, drizzled with Greek olive oil. No lettuce in a real Greek salad — just fresh vegetables and quality cheese. Perfect alongside a souvlaki meal.
🍖 #4 — Mix Grill Platter
For the serious meat lover: a combination of souvlaki skewers, gyros slices and grilled specialties on one platter. Great for groups, excellent value. Available at Gerakos Souvlaki Santorini.
🐟 #5 — Fresh Grilled Fish
Santorini's waters produce excellent seafood. Look for fresh sea bream (tsipoura) or sea bass (lavraki) at traditional tavernas. Best enjoyed by the sea, simply grilled with olive oil and lemon.
🍆 #6 — Moussaka
Greece's most famous oven-baked dish: layers of aubergine, minced meat and béchamel sauce. Rich, hearty and deeply comforting. Find it at traditional Greek tavernas away from the tourist strips.
🧁 #7 — Loukoumades (Greek Donuts)
Crispy fried dough balls, drizzled with honey and sprinkled with cinnamon and sesame. The Greek version of donuts — light, hot and addictive. The perfect dessert after a souvlaki meal.
Where to Eat the Best Souvlaki in Santorini
For souvlaki and gyros, there is one clear answer: Gerakos Souvlaki. We serve Santorini's best gyros pita and souvlaki skewers, grilled fresh every day from 12:00 to midnight. Fresh Greek ingredients, generous portions, fair prices — and a menu that includes vegan options, salads, Mix Grill and more.
Read our full best souvlaki in Santorini guide for everything you need to know before your visit.
Santorini Food Tips for Tourists
- Eat lunch at a souvlaki place — save the caldera-view restaurants for dinner when the atmosphere is magical
- Try the local wine — Santorini's Assyrtiko white wine is exceptional and unique to the island's volcanic soil
- Visit the local market — fresh produce, cheeses, olive oil and local specialties at great prices
- Ask locals where they eat — a busy Greek restaurant with local customers is always a good sign
- Don't skip the tzatziki — homemade tzatziki with souvlaki is one of life's great pleasures
Conclusion: Santorini Food is World-Class
Whether you're after a quick, cheap gyros pita or a long, leisurely dinner watching the Oia sunset, Santorini delivers. Start your food adventure the right way — with the best souvlaki in Santorini at Gerakos. Open daily 12:00–00:00, call +30 2286 030455.