Restaurants in Santa Fe
Best Restaurants
Bar • $$
“This was our second meal for our weekend getaway, and it did not disappoint. The restaurant is very nice, but not pretentious. The service was excellent with just the right amount of attention. The food was very good and we never felt rushed. The suggestions from the server were well thought out and he listened to us, and we ended up splitting and it was just the right amount of food, so it turned out to be a great experience. The presentation of the food was excellent. We would definitely recommend this place. ”
New Mexican Cuisine • $$
“There is nothing we don’t love about this restaurant. The food is “real” New Mexican with some excellent special touches by the chef. The ambiance is wonderful, and the decor is authentic. Even the music is well selected and at a volume that enables pleasant conversation during the meal. The staff is helpful, responsive and friendly. A special shout out to Daniel, who is appropriately attentive and professional, always with a smile. Already looking forward to our next visit!”
New American • $$$
“This is a mixed review. Jospeh is a formidable chef, but the restaurant itself is run down, chairs uncomfortable, noise level excessive and service sketchy. Some of our food (Duck confit pad thai and mixed mushrooms) was excellent, but the watermelon gazpacho was way too heavy on the garlic, and my husband couldn't eat it. Tuna tartare was mediocre and overpriced. Waitress couldn't stop asking how things were "TASTING", but didn't wait for an answer! Building should probably be condemned and the decor is falling apart.”
African • $$
“fantastic food, service was great. the waiter was extremely informative and attentive! the BBQ sandwich was really good!”
Restaurants by Cuisine
Japanese • $$$
“The food was pretty good. It was the best miso bass I have had in a long long time. The atmosphere was jovial and alive. The parking is difficult but there is a driver to take you up and down the mountain. I loved the Caesar salad too.”
Restaurants with Delivery
Chinese • $
“Dumpling Review: (August 2025, 5 stars)
This place has some of the best pork steamed buns I have had. Shumai and other options on the menu and some amazing looking soups too!
The dumpling sauce with Chile paste is superb!
Perfect place to go on a short lunch break or while stopping by in Santa Fe
Original boba review: (pre 2024, 4 stars)
Very good boba tea, especially for the price! I love the brown sugar boba the most but the dragon fruit and lychee poppers and fruit drinks are also very refreshing and sweet
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Vegan • $
“The NEW MEXICO food {breakfast, lunch, dinner} at this place is A+++++. Yes, I am a native New Mexican - I very much know about New Mexico food. The owners are very much involved. Your server may in fact be an owner. John Funk / Roswell, NM / john”
American • $
“41 years in NM - How have i missed this ? 5 stars … 6 stars for the enthusiasm of the staff !”
Bar • $$
“This was our second meal for our weekend getaway, and it did not disappoint. The restaurant is very nice, but not pretentious. The service was excellent with just the right amount of attention. The food was very good and we never felt rushed. The suggestions from the server were well thought out and he listened to us, and we ended up splitting and it was just the right amount of food, so it turned out to be a great experience. The presentation of the food was excellent. We would definitely recommend this place. ”
New Mexican Cuisine • $$
“There is nothing we don’t love about this restaurant. The food is “real” New Mexican with some excellent special touches by the chef. The ambiance is wonderful, and the decor is authentic. Even the music is well selected and at a volume that enables pleasant conversation during the meal. The staff is helpful, responsive and friendly. A special shout out to Daniel, who is appropriately attentive and professional, always with a smile. Already looking forward to our next visit!”
American • $
“I’m not a big fan of pasta but my husband is, we found this place while walking around downtown and exploring a bit, and we decided to tried. OMG this blow up my mind, mac&cheese here is DELICIOUS, if I wanna eat pasta I’m definitely coming back here, I don’t mind driving 4-5 hrs. Me and my husband ordered a size medium container of mac&cheese and it was super cheap and they give you A LOT. We were super full. Congrats to the owner.”
New American • $$$
“This is a mixed review. Jospeh is a formidable chef, but the restaurant itself is run down, chairs uncomfortable, noise level excessive and service sketchy. Some of our food (Duck confit pad thai and mixed mushrooms) was excellent, but the watermelon gazpacho was way too heavy on the garlic, and my husband couldn't eat it. Tuna tartare was mediocre and overpriced. Waitress couldn't stop asking how things were "TASTING", but didn't wait for an answer! Building should probably be condemned and the decor is falling apart.”
Mexican • $
“If you are in Santa Fe you absolutely have to visit Tres Colores! We were up there with family and friends for my dad's internment in the national cemetery. There were 13 of us that showed up for lunch without calling ahead. The space is small but they didn't even bat an eye. They quickly slid tables and chairs together and seated us. Service was excellent and the food was some of the best I've ever had. The presentation was beautiful and flavor was phenomenal. I don't think I will ever be satisfied with nachos from anywhere else. It was so well balanced. I am grateful for the hospitality they provided and will always remember this experience.”
African • $$
“fantastic food, service was great. the waiter was extremely informative and attentive! the BBQ sandwich was really good!”
Japanese • $$$
“The food was pretty good. It was the best miso bass I have had in a long long time. The atmosphere was jovial and alive. The parking is difficult but there is a driver to take you up and down the mountain. I loved the Caesar salad too.”
American • $$$
“We came here a couple of years ago and it was fantastic. We came on Tuesday night this time so it was a little quieter. It was a comfortable, breezy evening on the patio. The food was top notch. The salmon and Tenderloin were perfect and the rest of the dishes were outstanding. Highly recommend.”
Salvadoran • $$
“Amazing food, service and music! Venezuelan here living in NM and this is very close to Hispanic taste! We ordered Salvadorian Tostadas and Mojarra Frita as main dishes and nachos as appetizers! Everything was fresh and very good! The chip and salsa they serve is pretty good as well! If you are ever in Santa Fe and feel like eating Hispanic food, this is definitely the place to be!”
Online Reservation Available
American • $$$
“We came here a couple of years ago and it was fantastic. We came on Tuesday night this time so it was a little quieter. It was a comfortable, breezy evening on the patio. The food was top notch. The salmon and Tenderloin were perfect and the rest of the dishes were outstanding. Highly recommend.”
Spanish • $$
“El Farol is my absolute favorite place to dine and visit in Santa Fe! The food and the drinks are perfection! Love this place! Must must visit! ♥️”
American • $$$
“Beautiful dinner with impeccable serviceBoth the food offerings and wine offerings are varied and delicious. Our go to place for special occasions and non special alike. Check out their sunset deck, their many wine tastings, and don't forget- for a week after dining with them- all liquor purchases from their wine room, are 10% off!”
Mexican • $
“I came up to same fe from Phoenix Arizona for a few days and decided to stop by to eat and saw this place , so I figured I stop on by and I must say I never heard of brisket nachos before but let me tell you it's so fresh and hot and was very good ! if I ever come back to Santa fe next time I will stop here again”
Vietnamese • $$$
“This is a great restaurant for those who seek an excellent "fusion" experience. A mixture of SE Asian with a French flair...appetizers, small plates to share and mains. Highly recommend the fish dishes...Cod & Trout like you have never seen them before. A small but reasonable wine list by the bottle and glass. Noise level is moderate...the far back red room is best for a quieter dining experience. This is our third time at this restaurant they have clearly maintained their high dining standards. Due to popularity reservations (often in a week in advance) recommended. Only downside is that the delicious sounding specialty "Thursday" Ribs are only served on Thursday, sadly we were dining on a Friday. Finally wonderful homemade original deserts.”
Tapas Bar • $$$
“Service was on slower side of things throughout the meal, but all servers were pretty nice. All of my tapas were pretty delish, and I really liked their Spanish mushroom soup, papatas bravas and and mussels with coconut milk salsa verde: everything was spot on. Their Spanish negroni cocktail was lovely, too. The gateau basque dessert kinda ruined my meal: it seems to have been sitting in the fridge for the day but it was certainly not made fresh and I could hardly taste vanilla bean in it. A lady manager came by and was rather kind to comp it after I declined to try another dessert instead.”
Mexican • $
“Fine food, great service, very roomy space with lots of parking. Wine and beer choices are decent. Has AC cooling. Not a long wait for a table most of the time. Highly recommended. Tom.”
American • $$$
“We had been on the road for a few days and hadn't really had a really good meal since we left home. Well, Radish and Rye changed that!! It was sooo good! The cocktails were tasty. And all our food was delicious. We had the roasted beet salad and it ended up being one of my husband's favorites for the night which says a lot since he is not a fan of beets. But, if you order it just know that the beets are cold. The dressing on them was great- so it kind of made up for the beets being cold.”
American • $
“Our first time at the Ranch House was less than an exceptional experience. Our waitress, Peggy Lee was the most professional, courteous and friendly person I have met at a resturante. She made us feel like we were old friends . The food was absolutely the best flavored I have experienced. The prime rib plate was to die for and I wouldnt have known it was being served except our waitress, Peggy recommended it. Very heads up resturante. I wish we had a Ranch House in Wichita Falls Tx.”
Fine Dining • $$$
“Lovely evening: delish cocktails, tasty appetizers, terrific dinner & dessert. Wonderful service -- attentive & friendly.”
Bistros • $$$
“We went to TerraCotta a couple of years ago. We got back from Taos late and it was one of the few places open on a Sunday night. We loved it so decided to go back this trip. So happy we did. We had a perfect night to dine outside. Our server was really nice, the food was beautiful and full of flavor. Highly recommend.”
American • $$$$
“Excellent service and food in a lovely setting. Superb wine list too!”
Steak House • $$
“Why does the host ask me to sit outside when is 72 degrees and raining?1😒🙄🤔 Then the waiter completely ignored me, atleast the manager noticed and tried to make amends so I ordered bone in ribeye welldone, the chef decided to send well charred dried out bitter steak, it took me a while to figure out they are not used to having guests that look like me, I like my steak dinner every time I am on a work trip, I certainly won't be going back to Outback on Cerrillos Rd, Sante Fe NM, I hope the next time a guest that looks like me walk through your doors you will recieve them better than you did me...”
American • $$$
“Beautiful dinner with impeccable serviceBoth the food offerings and wine offerings are varied and delicious. Our go to place for special occasions and non special alike. Check out their sunset deck, their many wine tastings, and don't forget- for a week after dining with them- all liquor purchases from their wine room, are 10% off!”
24 Hour Restaurants
Bar • $
“Want a Sunset Experience??? Just walking through La Fonda Hotel to the Bell Tower was a sacred photographic, and artistic/handycraft, pilgrimage through the 30's through the 50's! Every room and hallway were filled with ,visually, savory artifacts.”
Fast Food • $
“Thes girls. Taking my order make my nigth. Grate service thanke you girls.”
Fast Food • $
“This restaurant offers a familiar and convenient dining experience. The menu provides a wide variety of classic fast food options. Service is generally quick, making it a suitable choice when time is limited. While the food may not be gourmet, it satisfies a craving for something simple. The restaurant maintains a clean and brightly lit environment.”
Vietnamese • $$$
“This is a great restaurant for those who seek an excellent "fusion" experience. A mixture of SE Asian with a French flair...appetizers, small plates to share and mains. Highly recommend the fish dishes...Cod & Trout like you have never seen them before. A small but reasonable wine list by the bottle and glass. Noise level is moderate...the far back red room is best for a quieter dining experience. This is our third time at this restaurant they have clearly maintained their high dining standards. Due to popularity reservations (often in a week in advance) recommended. Only downside is that the delicious sounding specialty "Thursday" Ribs are only served on Thursday, sadly we were dining on a Friday. Finally wonderful homemade original deserts.”
Tapas Bar • $$$
“Service was on slower side of things throughout the meal, but all servers were pretty nice. All of my tapas were pretty delish, and I really liked their Spanish mushroom soup, papatas bravas and and mussels with coconut milk salsa verde: everything was spot on. Their Spanish negroni cocktail was lovely, too. The gateau basque dessert kinda ruined my meal: it seems to have been sitting in the fridge for the day but it was certainly not made fresh and I could hardly taste vanilla bean in it. A lady manager came by and was rather kind to comp it after I declined to try another dessert instead.”
American • $$$
“We had been on the road for a few days and hadn't really had a really good meal since we left home. Well, Radish and Rye changed that!! It was sooo good! The cocktails were tasty. And all our food was delicious. We had the roasted beet salad and it ended up being one of my husband's favorites for the night which says a lot since he is not a fan of beets. But, if you order it just know that the beets are cold. The dressing on them was great- so it kind of made up for the beets being cold.”
Takeout Restaurants
Bakery • $
“Gorgeous place. Fresh bread and food in every variation! Delicious quiche and amazing coffee”
Family • $
“I had the chicken fried steak breakfast special. $13.75 for the steak smothered in green, , hash browns, two eggs, and two biscuits with gravy. Half for brunch and half I took home for dinner. What a excellent value, plus it was super tasty and well- prepared. We love this place!”
Mexican • $
“The food at La Choza is excellent. There are a ton of vegetarian options, and the green chiles and margaritas are delicious. We went to this restaurant 2 out of 3 days we were in Santa Fe, and if we were staying longer, we would go again. The server our second night was Luis. We had never met such an outstanding server. Luis made sure we had all the information to order something we would enjoy. He noticed that some crema was left off of my chile relleño before I even noticed, and he immediately sent some to the table. He was friendly, and when we mentioned what an excellent job he did, he said it was because he loves people. I hope you get to meet him while you are eating there!”
Steak House • $$
“Why does the host ask me to sit outside when is 72 degrees and raining?1😒🙄🤔 Then the waiter completely ignored me, atleast the manager noticed and tried to make amends so I ordered bone in ribeye welldone, the chef decided to send well charred dried out bitter steak, it took me a while to figure out they are not used to having guests that look like me, I like my steak dinner every time I am on a work trip, I certainly won't be going back to Outback on Cerrillos Rd, Sante Fe NM, I hope the next time a guest that looks like me walk through your doors you will recieve them better than you did me...”
Mexican • $
“We are always recommending this place to our guests so we decided to check it out for ourselves and we were not disappointed. Owner brought a grande margarita that was sooo tasty. We ordered the combo plates. Huge portions and so very tasty. Tina was such a gracious host, Sopapillas were huge and lots of honey. Oh, we will definitely be returning!!”
Breakfast • $
“such an amazing place. I was born and raised in Germany on the border, what was then Tchechoslovakia and actually have visited the area the owner and some of her staff are from. the food is amazing, great atmosphere and can't wait to see how she Integrates more of her farm items into her lovely cafe! thank you for chatting with us today we look forward to our next visit here in Santa Fe and your place!”
Cafe • $
“Great food fast and clean. The staff were all fast friendly and everyone moved with smiles and like a well working machine. The best food I had while visiting Santa Fe!”
Pet Friendly • $
“10/10 food, literally everything on the menu was good. we didn’t ever get tired of it even after going just about every day of our trip. will be back every time we’re in santa fe!”
Cafe • $
“This is such a unique place to eat while visiting Santa Fe NM. The service is outstanding, quick to help with questions and give some guidance. The food is fresh, delightful and delicious. The ambiance is “relax and enjoy”- perfect!”
Chicken Wings • $
“Food is absolutely delicious!! True to Soul Food. I am visiting from Louisiana for work. I was afraid I wasn't going to find good Soul Food cooking here. Someone in my office recommended this place and they did not disappoint!! I got the catfish and fries. Everything was absolutely delicious! The service was amazing as well! I will definitely be back to try everything on their menu! I am one happy Country Girl!! Thank you!!”
Bar • $$
“Gem restaurant just a short distance from the Santa Fe Plaza. The view from the place and the environment was special. Having come on a snowy day in April, the soups were delicious and warming. The fresh sourdough rolls were good as well.
Local artisans' work is featured on the bar area walls. Tribal clothing examples are also framed on the walls along with native pottery. It was eye candy to me.”
Vegetarian • $$
“Each and every visit, we enjoy something "new" to us - and the passion the chef(s) put into each of their dishes is truly remarkable. Do not miss Cafe Pasqual's. They will accommodate you for breakfast/lunch, and the wait is worth it. They do accept reservations for their dinner service.”
Spanish • $$
“El Farol is my absolute favorite place to dine and visit in Santa Fe! The food and the drinks are perfection! Love this place! Must must visit! ♥️”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
Mexican • $
“Best buffalo chicken fries Great portions great customer service amazing churros”
Ice Cream Shop • $
“I loved this place!! Must go if you’re a foodie. The person working there gave me multiple free samples of cookies and also we chatted for like 10 minutes about different flavor profiles.”
American • $
“ese lugar me encanta la comida es deliciosa mi familia y yo vamos cada fin de semana lo recomiendo 💯y todos los meseros son excelentes 👌”
Bakery • $
“My meal inspired by the fresh baked focaccia... look at those olives! Easy on line ordering and safe pick-up!!!”
Hamburger • $
“Best burger we have had in 10 years. Could use some freshening up on the inside but you can't beat the value for the money, fast food costs more for garbage. Highly recommend.”
New Mexican Cuisine • $
“My favorite place to eat at when I’m in Santa Fe. Excellent food and drinks and great customer service! Letty and Jordan are great servers!!”
French • $
“We went for lunch today. Atmosphere is great, friendly staff and fun decorations.
Note, they should fix the toilet seat.
We ordered the salami and prosciutto baguette sandwich’s with soup and salad. The soup and salad were great and really enjoyed them. The sandwiches were bland and fine, way too much butter.
The pastries were all good and sweat.”
Fast Food • $
“This food truck serves up the best tacos I had in Sante Fe when visiting From Wisconsin. They were so friendly and went out of the way to make sure I was happy with my tacos. 🥰”
Cafe • $
“Relatable neighborhood, and charming. The menu is full of unique dishes, as well as a solid roster of comfort. Prices are reasonable, about 20 per person before drinks and tax. Nestled in a residential neighborhood you can drive by it without noticing, but its worth it looking out for. Outside seating is perfect for nice weather days. Special without being fussy. 10/10”
Bar • $$
“Gem restaurant just a short distance from the Santa Fe Plaza. The view from the place and the environment was special. Having come on a snowy day in April, the soups were delicious and warming. The fresh sourdough rolls were good as well.
Local artisans' work is featured on the bar area walls. Tribal clothing examples are also framed on the walls along with native pottery. It was eye candy to me.”
Cafe • $
“At Iconik Red on Cerrillos, I highly recommend the pork chops with organic eggs and spiced potatoes slathered in red chili. Yum.”
Vegetarian • $$
“Each and every visit, we enjoy something "new" to us - and the passion the chef(s) put into each of their dishes is truly remarkable. Do not miss Cafe Pasqual's. They will accommodate you for breakfast/lunch, and the wait is worth it. They do accept reservations for their dinner service.”
Asian • $
“So delicious!! We wanted to eat one of everything! And the chef is such a cheerful and kind person! 100% recommend!”
Fine Dining • $$$
“Lovely evening: delish cocktails, tasty appetizers, terrific dinner & dessert. Wonderful service -- attentive & friendly.”
Bistros • $$$
“We went to TerraCotta a couple of years ago. We got back from Taos late and it was one of the few places open on a Sunday night. We loved it so decided to go back this trip. So happy we did. We had a perfect night to dine outside. Our server was really nice, the food was beautiful and full of flavor. Highly recommend.”
Spanish • $$
“Amazing dance performance! Top notch music and wonderful guitar.”
Cheap Eats
Coffee Shops • $
“Owner was super friendly and coffee was amazing! Lavender latte was the best I’ve ever had!”
Coffee Shops • $
“Lovely little cafe along the road of galleries! Wife and I stopped by for a little break and snack!
Delicious lemonade, delicious latte, —— and a nice tasty chicken salad sandwich + grilled cheese!
6/5 art connoisseurs would recommend this cute little cafe for a pitstop along your art walk!”
Latin American • $
“I never leave reviews but felt I had to. This was the best meal ever!!!.. so we ate here two nights in a row!!!. The atmosphere is casual, so take it to go and create a beautiful place in your hotel room or home with a bottle of wine and a candle. The Carne Asada cannot be beat!!! With the Pico de Gallo and lime on top , it is amazing!! The homemade tortillas are incredible and my husband had the shrimp one night and chicken the other. Both were fabulous!! The staff are friendly and humble and this is the most authentic delicious meal you will ever get for the price!! If they were local for me, I would get the Carne Asada every Friday night for life!! Thank you for a great meal and memory!! ❤️”
New Mexican Cuisine • $
“Attached to the Day Inn, they offer excellent Mexican food plus cheeseburgers. The service is fast and friendly,and the prices are reasonable.”
Coffee Shops • $
“My first time in Santa Fe, and my first visit to Java Joe’s. I love it! The staff is amazing and friendly, and their mocha was DELICIOUS! Highly recommend!”
New Mexican Cuisine • $
“Great for a couple looking for New Mexican food, just visiting from Kansas. Just good food.”
Latin American • $
“Great Take out menu and the food is fantastic. Support our local restaurant.”
Greek • $
“Casual dining order at the counter.
Food is good, but not exceptional. Prices are fair.
They do have the irritating 20% minimum tip suggestion on a tablet, for ordering at the counter.”
Mexican • $
“Best menudo ever! Best burrito mole ever! Very authentic! Well worth the trip! Would recommend this restaurant hands down!”
New Mexican Cuisine • $
“we ate here sunday with bloody marys and mimosas. the blue corn pancakes were extraordinary. we returned on monday because i always wanted to try chillquilles...so we both ordered a plate...they did not disappoint. the staff all were extremely attentive and kind. i wish we ate lunch here as well. there are no words to describe this gem, so go grab a meal and witness them for yourself. youll be returning”
Mexican • $
“I am a HUGE fan. Try the chile cheese fries. They're amazing. I prefer the green chile option. The fresh fruit smoothies are delicious and refreshing. The pricing, customer service, and atmosphere are excellent. Every time I'm in Santa Fe, I make a point to stop at Andale'.”
Wine Bar • $$
“Great atmosphere. Wines were delicious. And calamari was perfect”
American • $$$
“We were seated very promptly and were well attended to throughout the meal with good interaction from our server. The food was excellent. We started with the Mexican shrimp cocktail and a small basket of bread including small blue corn cakes, and bread . For our meal, we split the steak tenderloin and enchiladas, and it was cooked perfectly and was more than enough food for two people . For dessert, we had a cappuccino and a Tres Leche cake, which was very good. ”
American • $$$$
“Excellent service and food in a lovely setting. Superb wine list too!”
Italian • $$$
“The Omakase is great. Amazing saké selection. The staff is wonderful - very knowledgeable with good recommendations.”
American • $$
“Excellent food and service, I had the banana bread french toast that was so flavorful no syrup needed. My husband had the burrito and loved it. The coffee was sourced from Kenya and was constantly refilled needless to say the service was suburb. Highly recommend”
Italian • $$
“Lovely modern Italian restaurant in Santa Fe. Food and wine are excellent. Everyone at our table thoroughly enjoyed their meal.”
Bistros • $$
“Excelente servicio y fabulosa comida, una delicia de restaurante.”
Mexican • $$$
“My wife and I dined at The Pink Adobe on Tuesday, July 22, 2025. There was no wait time as we had a reservation. It was a special occasion, my wife's birthday. The ambiance was very nice; we sat inside as the music outside was a bit loud. Our waiter was very pleasant, although seemingly a bit overwhelmed. The food was very good but we were a bit shocked at the small size of the beet salad. We opted to share it and it would have been very little for one person. In addition, we were charged $8 for sharing. We were not informed about this charge ahead of ordering. We were pleasantly surprised to be served the traditional Pink Adobe apple pie as a birthday treat. All in all, it was a nice experience.”
Fine Dining • $$$
“Small place, food was excellent and service was friendly and helpful. The ravioli appetizer (would be better if the portion was larger) was really good with a sauce you will want bread to soak it up. The chile sauces are very good. The Chef came to the table talk with us. It's a little pricey, but comparable to other fine dining in Santa Fe. Maybe slightly less”
Wine Bar • $$
“This is the hidden gem of Santa Fe, walkable from the Plaza. The wine is great (and made locally) they also have spirits (also brewed locally) so cocktails are available too.
AND THE FOOD. It’s absolutely amazing. It’s a great break from the typical Santa Fe faire. Small plates, every bite is delicious. A group of four of us shared 5 plates and felt very content by the end.”
American • $$$
“Very nice place. The service was very nice. The food was really good and served hot or cold for cold items and served promptly. The price is a bit high, but you get what you pay for.”
Italian • $$
“By far, my favorite restaurant in Santa Fe...for years I have been going there for lunch during work days & après-ski dinner...consistent quality, fresh ingredients & great cooks...because they do not pretend to be anything they are not, they blow all wanna-bes out of the water...”
Mexican • $$
“Very beautiful theme, great big drinks and the queso fundido is delicious.”
Sushi • $$$
“This is elegant little gem is nestled behind the El Nido restaurant in the breathtaking village of Tesuque. The food was exquisite and the service was exemplary. The sous chef, Doug Prishpreed, was a real standout and helped prepare a marvelous meal that was perfect fare for our date night. 10/10 would return and I hope Doug is working!”
Steak House • $$$
“Food and cocktails were superb. Can’t wait to go back!!!”
Pizza • $$
“Guys and Gals!!!!!...thank youcso much for our favorites!!! Best ever Thin Supreme!!! Best we ever had!!! Momma does the setting with meat sauce. Thank you!!! We're here to serve you and we want to keep your business OPEN!!!”
Creperies • $$
“Possibly the best service I’ve had ever in a restaurant amazing food great for breakfast”
Brewpubs • $$
“My first time back since it was called Cans and Bottles or Club Allegria years ago. I went to see my old friend Tom Trusnovic and the band he's in now, the Hickoids. Hugely fun time.”
Mexican • $$
“Food service and ambiance are fantastic. Best coffee in NM ☕️”
French • $$$
“Excellent food and comfortable atmosphere particularly if Chef Owner is in the house. 😋”
Japanese • $$
“If you love Japanese food, this one is close to home! The excellent taste of okonomiyaki and takayaki plus the sushi 🍣 and nagiri blew me away! I changed from being satisfied to be fatisied! Love every bite of it!!”
Brewery • $$
“We love the tacos and we adore the staff! Every time, the service is friendly, prompt and exceptional. Love this place!”
Indian • $$
“just enjoyed the lunch buffet here, it was excellent and a great value for the quality of food.”
Bar • $$
“We had an early birthday dinner and the restaurant was lovely. All the food was very flavorful and we really enjoyed everything we ordered but especially the cocktails! The staff was excellent ?! And they gave me a free desert with a candle for my birthday.”
Deli • $$
“aww man, so happy to have been turned on to this place!! their homemade meatballs and prepared marinara are absolutely LEGIT! have also had their homemade bolognese sauce and it is equally as wonderful. stop by this hidden gem (park in the back) and pick up some pasta, sauce, and meatballs, and be prepared to dive into some true italian food heaven! thank you santa fe!!!”
American • $$$
“Beautiful setting, but if you are going to charge THIRTY TWO DOLLARS for a chicken Caesar salad, literally a few pieces of Romaine and a small chicken breast, you should at least try to make sure that the chicken is fresh and grilled and juicy, not sad and dry and overcooked.”
Tacos • $$
“Very bad service!…Rude lady, no salsa with our orders and she was charging $12 extra…when my husband asked how much each order was (we bought 3 orders) her excuse was “oh didn’t you order “drinks” too?”…No we did not order drinks but she did not have the “drinks” there either way. So if my husband wouldn’t of asked for the prices individually she would of kept $12 more. I do NOT recommend this place!!! Muy mal servicio!…Señora nada amable, nos dio las órdenes sin salsa y todavía estaba cobrando $12 de más, cuando mi esposo pregunto cuánto costaba cada orden ( ordenamos 3 ordenes) salió con la excusa de “oh que no ordenó sodas?” No, no ordenamos sodas, pero tampoco las tenía listas ni dijo “y de que “sodas” va a llevar?…si mi esposo no le cuestiona los precios, se ubiera quedado con $12 de más. No recomiendo este lugar!!…Se apoya lo local y con lo que salen!!!”
Bar • $$
“Really nice place attached to the Hotel Chimayo. Service was quick and friendly, the pizza was very very good, and we had a good time taking it easy. Was a bit overrun with a wedding party ordering a pile of crazy drinks, but Efren kept up with the crowd very well. During busy times it could be good to bring on another bartender, but we have no complaints and will be back next time we are in SF NM.”
Bar • $$
“Last Saturday night we celebrated my husband's 80th birthday. I called and spoke with Ricardo Gutierrez about our wish to make this a memorable event. He could not have been more helpful and pleasant to deal with, sending me sample menus and tolerating my changes and many questions. He and the staff went out of their way to make the dinner party a success - providing several shiny balloons proclaiming happy 80th birthday and even making 2 birthday cakes, which were very good by the way, one to eat there and one to take home. The price fix menu provided great selections and the food was very good and reasonably priced. A good time was had by all.”
Bar • $$
“Have been here off and on since the 1980s … one of my all time favorites….”
Cafe • $$
“Plentiful array of delicious, beautiful and unique delicacies of all sorts. Defiantly worth going and walking through the crowded street discovering things you never even knew you wanted.”
Steak House • $$$
“2d time dining and never disappointed. All 3 of our differently cooked Wagyu steaks came out perfect both times! Definitely a must for anyone visiting Santa Fe, NM.”
Mexican • $$
“Absolutely fantastic find on my trip! Food and service is superb. Nice atmosphere for stopping at the bar for a drink or sit and stay for an awesome meal. Can not go wrong here!”
Chicken • $$
“el mejor sabor y textura que hay aqui en Albuquerque ,buen servicio calidad precio todo 100% genial se los recomiendo”
Mexican • $$
“fantastic high quality Mexican cuisine. cocktails and service are equally impressive. 😊”
Asian Fusion • $$
“excellent experience. I highly recommend this restaurant. food and service is excellent!!!”
Indian • $$
“The butter chicken was to die for and the naan was amazing it was soft, warm, and chewy! the atmosphere was very calming and laid back. The staff were exceptional and attended to everyone with great attention. if you want amazing Indian food with exceptional service and laid back calm atmosphere highly recommend India House!”
Italian • $$
“Everything was made with quality ingredients. Our side salad looked beautiful and tasted even better. Our pasta and sauce all tasted home-made. Mine was cooked al dente. Zero complaints here.”
Seafood • $$
“We had dinner tonight and had the worst service at Charlie's section. He was attentive to all the surrounding tables where patrons were drinking alcohol. He never came to our table with refills, no garlic bread. Out order was mixed up. Carolyn the manager was kind enough to give is a discount. if you visit this location please ask to sit at another servers section. very disappointed with Charlie. terrible service!”
Sushi • $$
“This is our family’s favorite sushi restaurant in Santa Fe, been coming here for six years and it’s definitely our go to. Recently we tried two new rolls and they are now our favorites! Please try, so delicious, the Aloha and the Maui!”
Food Trucks • $$
“Ordered from door dash, got tacos dorados and beans and rice. The tacos were amazing. Fusion tacos has been my go to south-end spot but this place is honestly a lot better.”
Cafe • $$
“Had a wonderful leisurely late lunch of the lamb shank…it was absolutely delicious. Met Michael Linder, the owner, who was so incredibly friendly. A New Yorker transplanted to New Mexico.
A must visit for anyone who visits Santa Fe!”
Brewery • $$
“Friendly bartender serving great local craft beer. The vibe is very low key on a weekday and you can order food from the pizza next door and take it here. Try the hazy IPA selection.”
Brewery • $$
“Great meal- Friendly and Interactive Wait staff. Fresh salad, hand cut french fries, juicy and delicious burgers and a wonderful menu of available drinks! GF options ( including fresh hamburger buns) and the dog friendly patio were key! If you are near Santa Fe this is a MUST TRY! ( Oh and the prices were incredible)!!!”
Bistros • $$
“We are here at Vinaigrette in Albuquerque, NM. Fantastic place to eat!!! Our first time. We are from Sacramento, CA. We had the duck tacos, gumbo soup and the duck arugula with creamy goat cheese…super tasty!!! Love the decor, it was bright, relaxing and cheery at the same time. Our waiter, Christopher, was super!!! He was cheerful, polite, very interesting person to talk to, had some wonderful info about Old Town, and overall good guy!!! Thank you Christopher for making our dining experience lovely!!! Highly recommend this restaurant!!! Beth & Emre”
Recommended
“Actually enjoy going to Boxcar now that it has private party dining room, large dining area that's not ovee crowded, patio area, and an entertainment room. All are welcome and like that they are not woke as to leave out Conservative or make us feel awkward to "new society ". Actually enjoy karaoke now there that negitive people who don't want to be "so called bothered by us having fun and singing" are in another area completely. Everyone even if just watching some really good singers like Bricey, gets into it mood with dancing, singing along, cheering for the brave singers. Shanny Soul gives a great vibe Wednesday nights always being fair in rotation allowing those who haven't sang get a chance to plus only sings when its a small crowd, did overhear 2 ladies if that's what you call them complaining about not having a second tern in over an hour but there were just so many singers to have first turn and were being rude to KJ, staff and other patrons. Dorian cool but you can tell when he's drinking or drunk. He shouldn't bump people down list when there name is already showing in next 2. He tends to put people for second before others who haven't gotten chance. He also sings too much when long list. Crash is great but does do as Dorian with rotation and singing but is super friendly and does not drink. There's also a lady singer who seem to work with them or goes KJ for Shanny breaks. Seen her Sunday too, is super helpful with App and supper friendly adding to welcoming us environment. Food more expensive no but still great and expected for downtown. Loving wait staff and secutiy.. not recommended for young child”
Salad • $$
“We had a very enjoyable experience at Cottonwood Kitchen. Our server, Dan, was so friendly he made us feel very welcome and at ease. He promptly greeted us with cold waters and lemon slices, and returned moments later with delicious drinks from the bar and a delicious appetizer. He recommended entrees for the two of us, which surpassed both of our expectations. They tasted delicious, and the food presentations were so appealing. He frequently checked on our needs without ever interrupting our conversations. He seamlessly and unobtrusively weaved between his many tables, keeping everyone happy and satisfied. His calm cheerful manner complimented our dinner. He attended to needs we did not even know we had, like bringing us extra napkins during the meal. It was an outstanding dinner experience.”
American • $$$
“Carol was a server and she was phenomenal. Gave us good recommendations for food and insured. We knew what the specials were for today. Tammy helped us with the wine and the bottle of wine we chose is perfect.”
Italian • $$
“One of our favorite places in Santa Fe. Had wonderful salmon on polenta the other night, but everything has been good. Favorites include the cioppino, the crispy chicken thighs, and the linguine with clams. And we always start with the fritto misto. We will miss this place when we move.”
Japanese • $$
“Everything is delicious and fresh! I love all of the special rolls! Sam is the best!”
Mexican • $$
“Looks like Marias is Back! Great margs....and great NEW MEXICAN food.. That's what I grew up with....in Santa Fe....”
New American • $$
“Hooked my 82 yr old mom up with Brit for Reflexology & O2 while my sisters and I cruised downtown Santa Fe. Win-win! Mom’s feeling great & we got some extra steps in. Life is good ���”
Brewpubs • $$
“Amazing stall and to Top it off gear beer! A must stop when in Santa Fe!”
Gastropubs • $$
“A very rural but stylish place for breakfast/brunch !”
American • $$$
“The restaurant does not staff enough servers or bartenders which makes for very long waits for drinks and food. The floor manager did not seem to be aware and did not chip in to help with service. The food was absolutely delicious and beautiful to look at! It made the annoyance of long waits less painful.”
Bar & Grill • $$
“Never have I ever been offered more salsa for my chips!! 5 stars”
Seafood • $$$
“Crackin Crab has the BEST SEAFOOD in town!! I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for an amazing meal and service! You WILL leave here FULL AND HAPPY!!!!”
Cocktail Bar • $$$
“We met bartender Will at another bar in Santa Fe, or we'd never have known that Tonic exists. The drinks were excellent ( not inexpensive, but damned tasty). Will is a great barkeep and host. Funny thing is, a guy we met at Tonic, we just ran into at the same bar where we met Will....”
Thai • $$
“Thank you so much for a wonderful Christmas Eve dinner! Your food and service were both excellent!! We were so pleased. We’ll be back!!”
Steak House • $$$
“We recently had our wedding rehearsal dinner and welcome party at Rio Chama. My husband and I live on the Easy Coast and had never stepped into the restaurant before our rehearsal dinner (the fun of planning a destination wedding) so we were trusting other online reviews and hoping for the best. BUT LET ME TELL YOU. The moment we stepped into Rio Chama, the vibe was amazing and everything we wanted in a dinner/welcome party venue. I cannot say enough about the the staff, the food, the drinks, and the organization of the entire evening. It was beautiful, clean, and such a nice Santa Fe aesthetic. April, their events manager, went above and beyond as our main point-of-contact. From our initial conversation, she was so helpful and prompt with responses to any questions that we had. At the very last minute, we had about 10 more guests coming to our dinner and she handled it with absolute ease (our rehearsal dinner was 70 people and welcome party with drinks was around 100). She is an absolute gem and our night would not have been the same without her. She even texted me the next day and wished us a beautiful wedding day. I highly recommend Rio Chama if you're looking for anything from a delicious Santa Fe date night, to a large gathering like a wedding rehearsal dinner. We're now forever fans of the food, drinks, and people <3”
Japanese • $$
“Food is great and the service on the phone for placing take out orders are the BEST”
New American • $$
“Great food, quiet, nice atmosphere. Highly recommend.”
American • $$$
“Well worth the money! Absolutely wonderful dining experience. The chicken was so delicious and moist. My friend thoroughly enjoyed her lobster and pasta. I would most definitely return. Got to sit on the patio and it felt like we were in a whole different world. Such a memorable experience.”
Bar & Grill • $$
“Alex is the best! He remembered my order from 3 months ago. The bacon bleu burger with onion cloud and sweet potato fries was delicious! Enjoyed an early NYE at happy hour...Y'all are awesome!”
Latest Reviews
Mexican • $$$
“My wife and I dined at The Pink Adobe on Tuesday, July 22, 2025. There was no wait time as we had a reservation. It was a special occasion, my wife's birthday. The ambiance was very nice; we sat inside as the music outside was a bit loud. Our waiter was very pleasant, although seemingly a bit overwhelmed. The food was very good but we were a bit shocked at the small size of the beet salad. We opted to share it and it would have been very little for one person. In addition, we were charged $8 for sharing. We were not informed about this charge ahead of ordering. We were pleasantly surprised to be served the traditional Pink Adobe apple pie as a birthday treat. All in all, it was a nice experience.”
Restaurant • $
“The NEW MEXICO food {breakfast, lunch, dinner} at this place is A+++++. Yes, I am a native New Mexican - I very much know about New Mexico food. The owners are very much involved. Your server may in fact be an owner. John Funk / Roswell, NM / john”
Japanese • $$
“Food is great and the service on the phone for placing take out orders are the BEST”
New American • $$$
“This is a mixed review. Jospeh is a formidable chef, but the restaurant itself is run down, chairs uncomfortable, noise level excessive and service sketchy. Some of our food (Duck confit pad thai and mixed mushrooms) was excellent, but the watermelon gazpacho was way too heavy on the garlic, and my husband couldn't eat it. Tuna tartare was mediocre and overpriced. Waitress couldn't stop asking how things were "TASTING", but didn't wait for an answer! Building should probably be condemned and the decor is falling apart.”
American • $
“Our first time at the Ranch House was less than an exceptional experience. Our waitress, Peggy Lee was the most professional, courteous and friendly person I have met at a resturante. She made us feel like we were old friends . The food was absolutely the best flavored I have experienced. The prime rib plate was to die for and I wouldnt have known it was being served except our waitress, Peggy recommended it. Very heads up resturante. I wish we had a Ranch House in Wichita Falls Tx.”
Restaurant • $
“Ah…was here 5 years ago and missed by 2weeks to revisit a favorite in Santa Fe…!! Beloved, they were so kind food so good when I last came thru Santa Fe from West coast to east coast w a rescue pup, idecided to deliberately stay overnite and walk to my favorite for hreakfast w Winston. Alas Winston and I 15 days late..you will becforever rembered fondly”
Mexican • $
“I am a HUGE fan. Try the chile cheese fries. They're amazing. I prefer the green chile option. The fresh fruit smoothies are delicious and refreshing. The pricing, customer service, and atmosphere are excellent. Every time I'm in Santa Fe, I make a point to stop at Andale'.”
Restaurant • $
“Friendly and knowledgeable staff so a great job assisting with the many options the store provides. They appear to enjoy providing healthy options to our community and really go the distance to provide items from the menus you will taste good to you as well as meet your current physical needs. Highly recommended.”
Pizza Takeaway • $
“Since they close at 3:00, I get my pie par baked and finish it in my oven at 500 degrees for 5 minutes. It comes out delicious! I love a half pesto and a half #2 16 inch pizza. Just fits in my oven. Really nice and helpful staff too!”
Restaurant • $
“a little bit more advertisement and may be a little bit cleaner of a eating area ! The people are really nice and if they were to advertise, they would blow up”
Thai • $
“Exceptional food. Always cooked just right. It may be take out but it is much better than 95% of the restaurants in Santa Fe.”
“Jesus makes the best sushi in Santa Fe. Are you at his truck once a week and I look forward to it every time.”
Fast Food • $
“My family and I have eaten many meals at Carmelita’s in Eldo and have never been disappointed. Green chili cheese burger is hard to beat and the Greek feast is stacked and super tasty”
Fast Food • $
“Visited Monkeys food truckon 6/11/25 while in Santa Fe N.M . The burgers were the best burgers I've ever had! They were cooked to profection! I only wish we had food trucks like Monkeys in Colorado!”
Restaurant • $
“We eat there several times a week. Each time everything is the best. The food and service some of the best in Santa Fe, the coconut French toast is truly amazing.”
Most Popular Restaurants
New Mexican Cuisine • $
“My favorite place to eat at when I’m in Santa Fe. Excellent food and drinks and great customer service! Letty and Jordan are great servers!!”
Mexican • $
“The food at La Choza is excellent. There are a ton of vegetarian options, and the green chiles and margaritas are delicious. We went to this restaurant 2 out of 3 days we were in Santa Fe, and if we were staying longer, we would go again. The server our second night was Luis. We had never met such an outstanding server. Luis made sure we had all the information to order something we would enjoy. He noticed that some crema was left off of my chile relleño before I even noticed, and he immediately sent some to the table. He was friendly, and when we mentioned what an excellent job he did, he said it was because he loves people. I hope you get to meet him while you are eating there!”
American • $
“41 years in NM - How have i missed this ? 5 stars … 6 stars for the enthusiasm of the staff !”
American • $$$
“We went there to eat dinner after we soaked in the hot spring! It was raining and the staff graciously lent us an umbrella to go to the restaurant. The service was quick and efficient. Food was delicious. I finished everything. The sorbet at the end was refreshing. A nice ending to a lovely evening.”
American • $
“Our first time at the Ranch House was less than an exceptional experience. Our waitress, Peggy Lee was the most professional, courteous and friendly person I have met at a resturante. She made us feel like we were old friends . The food was absolutely the best flavored I have experienced. The prime rib plate was to die for and I wouldnt have known it was being served except our waitress, Peggy recommended it. Very heads up resturante. I wish we had a Ranch House in Wichita Falls Tx.”
Chinese • $
“Dumpling Review: (August 2025, 5 stars)
This place has some of the best pork steamed buns I have had. Shumai and other options on the menu and some amazing looking soups too!
The dumpling sauce with Chile paste is superb!
Perfect place to go on a short lunch break or while stopping by in Santa Fe
Original boba review: (pre 2024, 4 stars)
Very good boba tea, especially for the price! I love the brown sugar boba the most but the dragon fruit and lychee poppers and fruit drinks are also very refreshing and sweet
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Cafe • $
“Great food fast and clean. The staff were all fast friendly and everyone moved with smiles and like a well working machine. The best food I had while visiting Santa Fe!”
Barbecue • $
“Giddy up, cowboys and cowgirls! It’s time for some bucking good food!
Caleb had to work this day so Cassey took me downtown to show me some of the city that her and Caleb love. First thing was to find a place to eat and after throwing out a few different places, we landed on Cowgirl BBQ.
We rolled up after the lunch rush and quickly got seated. I almost got a buffalo burger at The Ranch House but didn’t feel like trying to customize it so I knew Cowgirl was the place to properly get one. I ordered a Santa Fe Brewing Social Hour beer and quickly fell in love with it. That ended up being my go-to beer during my stay in Santa Fe.
While sipping our beers and waiting for our food and with some liquid courage, I asked our waiter if they sold shirts and the manager came over and escorted me from my table back outside, to a side portion that seemed like private seating to a locked door with tubs and tubs of shirts inside. I got a Large since she said the shirts will shrink after a wash or two.
Back at my table, I was buzzing from the beer and getting a shirt from my travels. It’s been a recent thing of mine to get a shirt from places to help support them and to rep them while I am out and about during my non-traveling. Anyway, I was buzzing when our food was brought out. I don’t remember what Cassey got because I was enamored with the buffalo burger in front of me. Cooked to a medium rare, each bite was heavenly. Apparently buffalo is a big menu item in the southwest and reflecting back… I kinda wish I lived down there. It’s not much different tasting than a beef burger, to be honest, but it tasted hella good cooked to medium rare. It was nice and juicy and full of flavor. The fries were pretty decent but nothing to rave over. It also came with coleslaw and I got the green chile on the side since I wasn’t sure if I’d like it on my burger. Turns out, I forgot to put it on there but I did sample it and it was really good. As for the coleslaw, I don’t care for coleslaw personally but I did sample it and it was also decent.
It was around Cowgirl BBQ that I started to get the hint that I was in for a week of some of the most delicious food I ever had. Boy, how little I knew how true that would become.
If you find yourself in Santa Fe, do yourself a favor and wrangle up your friends/family and haul them in for a taste of how delicious the southwest is.
Giddy up, readers!”
Mexican • $
“I came up to same fe from Phoenix Arizona for a few days and decided to stop by to eat and saw this place , so I figured I stop on by and I must say I never heard of brisket nachos before but let me tell you it's so fresh and hot and was very good ! if I ever come back to Santa fe next time I will stop here again”
Vegan • $
“The NEW MEXICO food {breakfast, lunch, dinner} at this place is A+++++. Yes, I am a native New Mexican - I very much know about New Mexico food. The owners are very much involved. Your server may in fact be an owner. John Funk / Roswell, NM / john”
Pet Friendly • $
“10/10 food, literally everything on the menu was good. we didn’t ever get tired of it even after going just about every day of our trip. will be back every time we’re in santa fe!”
New Restaurants
Food Trucks • $$
“Ordered from door dash, got tacos dorados and beans and rice. The tacos were amazing. Fusion tacos has been my go to south-end spot but this place is honestly a lot better.”
Fast Food • $
“Great quesadillas & pupusas! Got a variety of things and give it all two thumbs up. Highly recommend adding his hatch chile salsa your food. I am El Salvadoran and have a very particular palate & high standard for pupusas. Adding the hatch chile salsa was amazing!! First time in my life I’ve had El Salvadoran cuisine with New Mexican flavor, take me back!”
“Excellent food and atmosphere”