An elegant cliffside restaurant in Oia combining Mediterranean fine dining, an extensive Greek wine cellar, and some of Santorini’s most beautiful sunset views.
Why It Belongs on the List
Set inside a restored captain’s house in Oia, Sphinx Wine Restaurant is one of Santorini’s most atmospheric upscale dining venues. The restaurant is particularly known for its expansive wine program — more than 300 Greek and international labels — paired with Mediterranean cuisine that ranges from fresh seafood and risotto to refined Greek classics and grilled meats. Diners can choose between the romantic rooftop terrace overlooking the caldera or the vaulted indoor dining room filled with local artwork and candlelight. The experience is polished but relaxed, making it especially popular for sunset dinners and special occasions.
What Stands Out
- Romantic rooftop caldera views
- Extensive Greek and international wine cellar
- Housed in a restored captain’s house
- Mediterranean fine dining menu
- Elegant sunset dinner atmosphere
- Strong seafood and wine-pairing focus
- One of Oia’s classic upscale restaurants