Lauda Restaurant
Refined Chef Driven Destination
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Selene
Santorini's founding gastronomic landmark, now in Botrini's hands
Reviewed by Mes Prestiges Editorial Team Last reviewed June 2026
Forty years old and still the island's reference point for Cycladic cooking, set in an 18th-century Catholic monastery courtyard in Fira. Since 2021 it has been led by Michelin-starred chef Ettore Botrini, who builds tasting menus around volcanic-soil produce and Aegean catch — red mullet with wild fennel pesto, milk-fed lamb with Tinos artichokes. The wine list is curated by Master of Wine Yiannis Karakasis.
Editor's Tip
Scored 15.5/20 at the 2026 Greek Cuisine Awards — a cooking destination first, with no caldera view to hide behind. The courtyard-and-fountain setting is the point, not a sunset.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Selene, reservations, hours, dress code, and price range.
Where is Selene?
Selene is located in Fira, Santorini, Fira town, Old Catholic Monastery, Fira 84700, Santorini.
What is Selene best for?
Selene is especially popular for Special Occasion, Date Night, Celebration.
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