New American Restaurants in Santa Fe, NM

“Excellent food and atmosphere“

“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.“

“I've raved about this restaurant to anyone that will listen. My favorite meal in some time. The service is amazing, mocktails were delicious and well crafted, prices were great. Everything you want from a romantic dinner, you'll find here. We loved the homemade stracciatella with house made bread, the filet mignon, and the alaskan halibut. Oh my gosh, and the key lime pie! I will absolutely return on another trip. We sat in the dining room, but the patio looked stunning, with fans and a wonderful view.“

“Coyote Cafe Rooftop Cantina is an absolute must-visit in Santa Fe! Alana and Lauren were amazing, and the service was so warm and friendly that we actually went back for a second night. The food was incredible, the service was always with a smile, and the vibe is fantastic.

If you can get a seat overlooking the street, it’s absolutely worth it—you really get to soak in the energy and atmosphere of Santa Fe.

And the food! The Frito pie and carne asada tacos were out of this world! Everything was delicious, but those two were definite standouts.

Highly recommend this place. Great food, amazing atmosphere, and an incredible team. We can’t wait to come back!“

“The food and preparation were exceptional. The wait staff were skilled, but service was slow. The main issue I had with the ambiance was the large dog accompanying the couple at the adjacent table. The dog made service to our table difficult, resulting and n my chair leg being kicked a few too many times. In my opinion, a dog has no business in a restaurant, especially a Michelin rated one. Come on Martin, if you want to be high end, dogs have no place inside.“

“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“

“Great family dinner! Favorite appetizer pork belly with blue cheese crumble salad was delicious. The entrees were shrimp and grits, the ribeye was a perfectly crusted medium and the trout plate was exquisitely prepared. The biscochito waffle dessert with coffee ice cream was out of this world. The service was attentive and friendly.“

“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!“

“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 ���“

“Lovely evening: delish cocktails, tasty appetizers, terrific dinner & dessert. Wonderful service -- attentive & friendly.“

“Dined there for a birthday dinner, and had a lovely evening. Beautiful interior courtyard setting, subtle fountain sound and clear twinkle lights in the the trees created a welcoming atmosphere. Friendly and prompt service. Food was very good. Would recommend.“

“I can't speak highly enough about this restaurant. The atmosphere was lovely, staff wonderful and food beyond incredible. As someone with who is gluten free I've never had so many incredible options to choose from. Everything looked so fresh and delicious. I had one of the specials and it was such a beautiful meal. Even my husband who typically refuses to eat anything gluten free really enjoyed his meal. I could truly eat here every day. So fantastic!“

“I stopped in after a hike at Bandelier Park. I sat at the bar and was immediately attended too, despite the bartender being busy. She served my drink promptly and serving my water as I decided, which was very courteous. She took my order and I had one of the most amazing pasta dishes I have ever had, bar none! I have had a lot of pasta dishes all around the world and this one was excellent! It was bursting with flavor and the right amount of spice. I ordered the Fettuccine Gambieri alla Diabla, sooo good! I will definitely be back when I come during ski season! Extra props for the bartender she was amazing!“

“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)!!!“

“Hello Hawt Pizza:
I am writing to let you know about a great experience my husband and I had at the Low N' Slow Bar in Santa Fe, NM where we ordered Hawt Pizza. It was great because of the chef baking the pizza - Paul Kokalis! He made amazing pizzas. We ordered the El Norton and it was fantastic. It was so good we came back the next evening for more. This is saying a lot when you are in Santa Fe, lots of good restaurants there! But we chose to come back for Paul's pizza. He was personable, professional, and a great chef! Kudos to Paul. He deserves any promotions possible!
Sincerely - Dana from Albuquerque“

“Lovely Easter Brunch Midtown Bistro. First time going in. Its an absolutely lovely space. The acoustics were perfect to be able to have conversations and not be overwhelmed. Brandon Martinez was our server and though busy was still attentive and kind. Careful to ask questions about the dishes we were ordering and giving recommendations. Expansive wine list and my mom did a spicy bloody Mary cocktail that she enjoyed. Patio looked lovely and they had live music. Food was delicious and fresh. My Mom says its the best calamari shes ever had and we grew up on the coast. So mucho compliments on that. I got the salmon and risotto which was delicious and filling. My Dad got the Huevos Rancheros and my mom did the Arugula salad. Plenty of parking. Two thumbs up from us. We are already planning another meal out. Want to try their lamb for dinner.“

“Excellent service and food in a lovely setting. Superb wine list too!“

“Nice and Cozy. Heater was Greay“

“The room I had has a nice fireplace and was very clean. The employees were very friendly and helpful. It's pet friendly. I would defiantly stay here again.“

“Great food, quiet, nice atmosphere. Highly recommend.“

“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.“

“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“

“Fabulous hotel! Wonderful staff!“

“A very rural but stylish place for breakfast/brunch !“

“Friday evening dinner on the Julia patio was just what we wanted - lovely, well-landscaped and lush setting, gracious service, delicious meal, and relaxing setting. Sister and I shared the beet salad, salmon, and carrot cake, along with a pretty and refreshing mocktail. Our shared portions were just right. We look forward to returning!“

“I was a little hesitant because of some of the reviews, but ignore the bad ones! We had brunch here and the food was delicious and full of flavor. I had the New Mexico Omelet and loved it (careful if you aren't use to spicy). Pancakes were awesome, even the potato side that comes with some plates were very good. Service was perfect, VERY friendly and sweet staff. The food arrived in the perfect time, no issues there. We highly recommend this gem.“

“Five stars! The quality of the food deserves recognition. The flavors are well balanced, the dishes are thoughtfully prepared, and the presentation adds to the experience without overshadowing what matters most—how good the food tastes. It’s the kind of meal that leaves you looking forward to another visit.

A special shout-out to Executive Chef Gabe Calhoun for the exceptional food and the care he brings to the kitchen. I really appreciate a chef who takes pride in getting the details right. Gabe deserves credit for his work, as does the kitchen team helping bring those dishes to the table.

Good food is a big part of what makes a restaurant worth returning to, and this is a place I’d happily recommend. Thank you, Chef Gabe and the team, for a meal worth remembering!“

“The food was fair to good and the only reason I rate it that way is because the salmon and the pork dish were over cooked. We don't mind over cooked food but I think for an upper level restaurant they could have done way better. We did have the breakfast as well and it was wonderful. Just need a bit of work on the “cook” for the dinners!“

“First off, we sat at the bar to watch the game and were impressed by the level of service we received. And the food was excellent. The steak was cooked to perfection, Medium Rare. Had the dinner special (16oz Porterhouse steak with a peppercorn sauce), brown sugar roasted carrots, and loaded green chile baked potato. I forgot to take a photo because we immediately dove in, but it was beautifully plated and we will be back on our next trip through Santa Fe.“