This place suits more for a quite date dinner then a dinner with a toddler, but they did a great job of accommodating three of us. They had a highchair for a toddler and a coloring page with crayons. They don't have a kids menu, but their main menu is suitable for a toddler if you are okay to pay $20-30 for their meal. They also didn't have milk or big selection of juice (only orange and grapefruit) and they didn't have toddler friendly cups, they served the juice in a regular glass. Besides that, food was delicious, my toddler finished almost all lobster roll. Also the roasted beef and pork were on another level
Julie Grace
I’d give 10 stars for service if I could! Jeremy was the best server I’ve had at any Santa Fe restaurant so far, he really went over and beyond and made the night special. The food was superior to many fine dining places in Santa Fe. I’ve never had elk carpaccio before but it was innovative and delicious. Lobster rolls were delicious, the mushroom soup was on point, the beef filet was cooked perfectly. We took our super discerning friend to dinner here and even he was impressed (he’s rarely impressed) the Bolognese was a winner with him. The bartender makes great mocktails if you’re not a drinker. And the dessert, OMG was soo good too. We enjoyed the bread pudding, banana custard, and cheese cake. It’s going to take a lot for another Santa Fe establishment to top this experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Emily
the menu options were inventive and varied, the service was excellent and the entire experience was exceptional.
Alissa
Great food... some of the dishes were a bit salty for me, but for most it was great. expensive but worth it once in a while.
Dee
Santacafe was a wonderful restaurant with superb food. We were celebrating a birthday and our waiter, Jeremy, brought us champagne after being seated. And, he brought us a piece of Opera cake at the end of our meal. Our beginning plates were so delicious. Our main dishes were prepared to perfection. It was a one of a kind culinary experience!
Tom
Santacafe always delivers. A great place for special and regular meals. Solid wine list. We had the blackened Salmon and the sea bass, both provided different takes on taste and presentation. The Santa Fe Opera Cake for dessert.
Sarah Gray
Cozy, quaint, GREAT mushroom soup.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
E Con
Fantastic food, superb service and sofisticaded atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
John S
My only regret is not taking pictures of the food to share. Sadly, this amazing restaurant fell off our radar as a local gem, having considered it a tourist destination. Regardless, the food and service are top notch. We will be going back soon because my wife cannot stop dreaming about the Key Lime Pie.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Steven R
Took my wife here for her birthday and they really went the extra mile to make the night feel special. All of the courses were excellent, the service was great and the chef, Dale, was very hospitable. I would come back here for any special occasions.
Amazing spot for a fancy dinner. Pricey, but worth it ~presentation & tastewise. Service is professional and good
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mom Lucero
I have lived my whole life in Santa Fe. This was my first visit to this restaurant. The lobster rolls are excellent. Service is excellent. Thank you!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jeff Phillips
We wanted to love Santa Cafe — the atmosphere is charming and the reputation well-earned — but our experience fell a bit short, particularly in the entrée execution.
To begin with the positives: the service was excellent. Jeremy took wonderful care of us, thoughtfully guiding us through diet-appropriate options and providing warm, attentive service throughout the evening. He was a highlight of our visit.
The cocktails were excellent and the appetizers showed promise. The pear and burrata salad was visually striking and genuinely enjoyable. The house Caesar, while flavorful, was dressed far too heavily — the components were fresh and appealing, but the balance was overwhelmed by the dressing.
Where the evening faltered was the main course. We shared the beef bourguignon, which arrived beautifully presented; however, the meat was room-temperature and surprisingly under-seasoned. Of the four pieces we received to split, one was entirely fat — unexpected and disappointing for a dish at this level.
In all, Santa Cafe offers gracious service and a lovely setting, with appetizers that hint at excellence. With more attention to balance in the Caesar and especially to temperature, seasoning, and quality of cuts in the entrée, this could be a truly exceptional dining experience. We hope to return and find it living up to its celebrated reputation.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Kevin W
My boyfriend and I were having a tough day while on vacation in Santa Fe when we stumbled across this place. We were both impressed and it turned our evening around. The service is outstanding! The flavor and presentation were exceptional. Some of the best food I’ve ever had at this price point!! I will return next time I am in Santa Fe.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
mcgotes
Still one of our top 3 favorite fine dining restaurants in Santa Fe! The menu is creative, fresh with overall positive service! Our salads and entrees were prepared as described and delicious! The pork chop, chicken thighs and beef bourgunion entrees were extraordinary! Service was consistent, not exceptional, but acceptable and friendly. Still a favorite for special occasions and definitely one that we share with guests.
This place suits more for a quite date dinner then a dinner with a toddler, but they did a great job of accommodating three of us.
They had a highchair for a toddler and a coloring page with crayons. They don't have a kids menu, but their main menu is suitable for a toddler if you are okay to pay $20-30 for their meal.
They also didn't have milk or big selection of juice (only orange and grapefruit) and they didn't have toddler friendly cups, they served the juice in a regular glass.
Besides that, food was delicious, my toddler finished almost all lobster roll. Also the roasted beef and pork were on another level
I’d give 10 stars for service if I could! Jeremy was the best server I’ve had at any Santa Fe restaurant so far, he really went over and beyond and made the night special.
The food was superior to many fine dining places in Santa Fe. I’ve never had elk carpaccio before but it was innovative and delicious. Lobster rolls were delicious, the mushroom soup was on point, the beef filet was cooked perfectly. We took our super discerning friend to dinner here and even he was impressed (he’s rarely impressed) the Bolognese was a winner with him. The bartender makes great mocktails if you’re not a drinker. And the dessert, OMG was soo good too. We enjoyed the bread pudding, banana custard, and cheese cake. It’s going to take a lot for another Santa Fe establishment to top this experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
the menu options were inventive and varied, the service was excellent and the entire experience was exceptional.
Great food... some of the dishes were a bit salty for me, but for most it was great. expensive but worth it once in a while.
Santacafe was a wonderful restaurant with superb food. We were celebrating a birthday and our waiter, Jeremy, brought us champagne after being seated. And, he brought us a piece of Opera cake at the end of our meal. Our beginning plates were so delicious. Our main dishes were prepared to perfection. It was a one of a kind culinary experience!
Santacafe always delivers. A great place for special and regular meals. Solid wine list. We had the blackened Salmon and the sea bass, both provided different takes on taste and presentation. The Santa Fe Opera Cake for dessert.
Cozy, quaint, GREAT mushroom soup.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Fantastic food, superb service and sofisticaded atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My only regret is not taking pictures of the food to share. Sadly, this amazing restaurant fell off our radar as a local gem, having considered it a tourist destination. Regardless, the food and service are top notch. We will be going back soon because my wife cannot stop dreaming about the Key Lime Pie.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Took my wife here for her birthday and they really went the extra mile to make the night feel special. All of the courses were excellent, the service was great and the chef, Dale, was very hospitable. I would come back here for any special occasions.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Amazing spot for a fancy dinner. Pricey, but worth it ~presentation & tastewise. Service is professional and good
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I have lived my whole life in Santa Fe. This was my first visit to this restaurant. The lobster rolls are excellent. Service is excellent. Thank you!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We wanted to love Santa Cafe — the atmosphere is charming and the reputation well-earned — but our experience fell a bit short, particularly in the entrée execution.
To begin with the positives: the service was excellent. Jeremy took wonderful care of us, thoughtfully guiding us through diet-appropriate options and providing warm, attentive service throughout the evening. He was a highlight of our visit.
The cocktails were excellent and the appetizers showed promise. The pear and burrata salad was visually striking and genuinely enjoyable. The house Caesar, while flavorful, was dressed far too heavily — the components were fresh and appealing, but the balance was overwhelmed by the dressing.
Where the evening faltered was the main course. We shared the beef bourguignon, which arrived beautifully presented; however, the meat was room-temperature and surprisingly under-seasoned. Of the four pieces we received to split, one was entirely fat — unexpected and disappointing for a dish at this level.
In all, Santa Cafe offers gracious service and a lovely setting, with appetizers that hint at excellence. With more attention to balance in the Caesar and especially to temperature, seasoning, and quality of cuts in the entrée, this could be a truly exceptional dining experience. We hope to return and find it living up to its celebrated reputation.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
My boyfriend and I were having a tough day while on vacation in Santa Fe when we stumbled across this place. We were both impressed and it turned our evening around. The service is outstanding! The flavor and presentation were exceptional. Some of the best food I’ve ever had at this price point!! I will return next time I am in Santa Fe.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Still one of our top 3 favorite fine dining restaurants in Santa Fe! The menu is creative, fresh with overall positive service! Our salads and entrees were prepared as described and delicious! The pork chop, chicken thighs and beef bourgunion entrees were extraordinary! Service was consistent, not exceptional, but acceptable and friendly. Still a favorite for special occasions and definitely one that we share with guests.
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