Argo
A long-running Greek restaurant — once a Fira rim fixture, now relocated to a large garden venue in Kontochori, a few minutes inland from the centre.
The call
Worth it if you're traveling as a couple and food is a reason to travel.
Short answer
Is Argo worth it?
Argo deserves a place on most first itineraries.
The answer depends on your budget, time and travel style; the breakdown below shows who gets the most value.
Why
- 01
An old Fira name that has outgrown the cliff: 'Argo by Constantine' now occupies a sprawling 4,500 m² 'restaurant village' in Kontochori, about five minutes from central Fira, with a pool bar, underground wine cellar and event space.
- 02
The cooking is dependable Greek and Mediterranean, and there are open Aegean views from the upper patio — but this is no longer a caldera-edge, railing-over-the-volcano room.
Is it a fit?
Go if
Think twice if
You're watching the budget
Argo can strain a tight budget. Go only when it is a priority.
You only have one day
Keep Argo only when it outranks a half-day elsewhere.
You're traveling with kids
With kids, Argo needs the right timing and tolerance.
You're traveling solo
Solo, Argo needs the right timing and tolerance.
The plates that decide it
- Grilled fresh fish — a dependable signature off the Aegean menu
- Greek classics — moussaka, fava, salads — reliable
- Elaborate 'fusion' specials — stick to the classics here
Plan it well
- Cost
- Upper — polished Greek dining, no longer a view premium
- Allow
- 1.5 hours
Sources and method (3)
- Argo (now 'Argo Restaurant by Constantin Village') relocated in 2020 from the Fira rim to a 4,500 m2 garden venue in Kontochori, about 5 minutes from central Fira, with a pool bar and underground wine cellar. argo-restaurant-santorini.com ↗
- The Kontochori venue uses produce from its own hydroponic garden and local farms; it is no longer a caldera-edge location. argo-restaurant-santorini.com ↗
- tripadvisor.com ↗