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| - Santorini was fabulous. Starting with a feta saganki encrusted with sesame and topped with hot figs. Then, we were treated to perfecrly cooked lamb chops, moist, tender and perfectly seasoned, with green beans and roasted potatoes. Also, the Moussaka was served in its own crock and was hot and hearty and delicious. Bread came with olives, hummus and yogurt butter. Melissa provided excellent service. She was knowledgeable of the new menu and very attentive. The restaurant has been beautifully decorated in a modern taverna style, with blues and whites, stonework and even a Greek fishing boat, named aptly after the owners parents. A whole wall reveals pictures of the island of Santorini with the classic white washed buildings and blue domes. Lovely. Owners and brothers Gus and Tommy were on hand making everyone feel welcome. Cousin Alex, too! Chef Cosmo made his rounds at the tables and revealed the full menu would be available as soon as next week, and it looks marvelous. We learned he has quite an extensive culinary history, in Greece and NYC. Lastly, we enjoyed the pastry chefs rolled baklava- flaky, crunchy, sweet , and also had a shredded phylo dough crust topped with chocolate pudding, whipped cream and pistachios- light and tasty. A sweet ending to Santorini's first day on W. 9th Street. And we're glad they're here. Thanks Gus for all your hard work.
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