Santacafe

4.8

3993 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

Dec 29, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 68 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Good for special occasions
Great for outdoor dining

Old~world elegance meets contemporary cuisine in a venue that boasts one of the best outdoor dining experiences in Santa Fe. Nestled in the charm and elegance of one of Santa Fe's most beloved historical homes, Santacafé has been a restaurant icon for over 40 years. It was bought in 2019 by Santa Fe restauranteur Quinn Stephenson - the driving force behind another Santa Fe legend, Coyote Café. Boasting one of the best outdoor patio dining experiences the City Different has to offer, Santacafé combines the traditions of modern American cooking with exquisitely locally sourced ingredients.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(505) 984-1788
Website
https://www.santacafe.com/?y_source=1_MzI3NjAxMTktODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
DALE KESTER

Location
231 Washington Ave, Santa Fe, NM 87501
Neighborhood
Santa Fe
Cross street
231 Washington/Paseo de Peralta
Parking details
Large Parking lot Behind the restaurant open to the public as well as large Bank Lot available next door after 5:30pm. Metered Parking on the street is also available and free after 6pm
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

NEW YEARS EVE
$175.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 31, 2024 only
We are excited to offer a special Five course NEW YEARS EVE tasting Menu Complimentary Glass of Champagne with Kumamoto Oysters & Champagne Vinaigrette Radicchio salad, candied pecans, goat cheese mousse, Toasted Honey Figs Choose between Halibut Cheeks OR Foie Gras Stuffed Quail w/ Blood Orange & 5 Spice Choose Between Harrison Ranch Filet Mignon OR "Lobster Roll" Brioche , Sauce Mornay Tuxedo Chocolate Mirror Cake w/ Hazelnut Ice Cream We will be offering a 5pm a 7:00pm and a 9:00pm seating. PLEASE RESPECT THE EXPERIENCE is for a TWO HOUR PERIOD. Once you book through Open Table the experience for food, tax and gratuity are taken care of, the only bill that will be presented to you after your meal is the beverages you choose to enjoy.

Popular dishes

PORCINI MUSHROOM SOUP$18.00
Gruyere & Onion Soubise Puree | Toasted Pepita & Garlic Crunch | Balsamic Croutons
APPLE & DRIED FIG SALAD$18.00
Radicchio | Frisee | Goat Cheese Mousse | Candied Pecans | Toasted Honey Mustard Vinaigrette
WINTER BURRATA SALAD$20.00
Golden Beets | Arugula | Pickled Red Onions | Brioche Toast | Blood Orange | Aged Sherry Vinaigrette
CRISPY CALAMARI$18.00
Four Chili Lime | SC Tartar
DUROC PORK DUMPLINGS$18.00
Ginger | Napa Cabbage | Sesame Tahini | Ponzu
CAESAR SALAD$16.00
Horseradish | Parmesan | Croutons
LOBSTER SALAD$30.00
Farm Greens | Watermelon Radish SC Preserved Lemon Vinaigrette
CURED SALMON$20.00
Pommes Paillasson | Crème Fraîche | Caviar
MAINE LOBSTER ROLLS M.P.
Baked Bread | Farm Greens Tartar & Tarragon Butter
SUMMER ROLLS$14.00
Mint | Cilantro | Basil | Rice Noodles Fresh Vegetables | Tahini Ponzu
STEAMED MUSSELS$22.00
Hatch Green Chile | Coconut Milk In House Made Curry
TUNA SALAD MELT$18.00
Olive Oil Poached Tuna Cheddar | Sourdough Farm Greens
MAGGIE’S PASTA$18.00
Maggie has been making pasta At SC for 34 Years. The changes each month
BRANZINO$26.00
Zucchini Noodles | Piquillo Pepper Lemon Caper Butter
ENCHILADAS$16.00
Green Chile | Organic Chicken | Cilantro Rice
CHRISTMAS CHEDDAR BURGER$18.00
Hatch Green Chile | Red Chile Aioli | Parmesan Fries
STEAK FRITES$32.00
Hanger Steak | Calabrian Chimichurri | Bleu Cheese Crema
Farm Greens$14.00
Watermelon Radish | SC Preserved Lemon Vinaigrette

What 3,993 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

New Mexico
Best Ambiance
New Mexico
Great for outdoor dining
New Mexico
American
New Mexico
Most Booked
Santa Fe / Mountains
Best Ambiance
Santa Fe / Mountains
Great for outdoor dining
Santa Fe / Mountains
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Santacafe in Santa Fe offers a sophisticated dining experience with a "beautiful courtyard" and "outstanding food and service." Guests frequently praise the "amazing food" and "excellent staff," making it a favorite for both locals and visitors. While some reviews note occasional service hiccups, the overall ambiance and culinary offerings are consistently celebrated.

3,993 Reviews

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Mikey
VIP
Houston
69 reviews
5.0
69 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We got a late reservation to a beautiful covered patio table with gas-heating. Our Server Rachel and all staff were GREAT. Delicious dumpling appetizer with two exceptional dipping sauces. Bolonese w/ fresh pasta delicious AND the Beef Bourguignon would make Julia Childs very happy. Wine by the glass rated high. Nice bonus hot buttered rum was perfect to take the chill off tonight. Thank Y’all so much. Happy New Year.
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Debby
Atlanta Metro
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Santa Cafe is charming and exceptional service. Portion size of food is small but quite good. The drinks were excellent and we enjoyed sitting in the tent. It is pricey for the quantity.
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Katherine
VIP
San Antonio
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best restaurant in Santa Fe on all counts highly recommend!
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Linda
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely dinner.. hanger steak filled my belly with chili love I couldn't have been happier.. the porcini soup is also a highlight..will come back for more! Adored my server as well.. perfect timing .. as a chef I appreciated this wonderful experience..
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Heidi
Houston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful meal. Enjoyed the food and atmosphere of place
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meg
Austin
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was pretty good. The portion sizes were huge for lunch. We loved the lemon cake despite being chocolate dessert only people. It was perfect.
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Emma
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Increíble fixe prix menu for Xmas. Wonderful service. Pork chop was outstanding. Great wine. Chocolate torte was incredible
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Julie
VIP
New Mexico
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food service table host! Thank you for making our Christmas meal special!
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Donna
Dallas
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful Christmas dinner. The service was great. Not rushed. We had lobster and swordfish. Both were excellent.
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Sheree
San Antonio
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Christmas dinner was outstanding. Excellent experience overall.
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FAQs

Santacafe is rated 4.8 stars by 3993 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 29, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 68 times today

Experiences are available.

231 Washington Ave, Santa Fe, NM 87501

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
231 Washington/Paseo de Peralta
Neighborhood
Santa Fe
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Large Parking lot Behind the restaurant open to the public as well as large Bank Lot available next door after 5:30pm. Metered Parking on the street is also available and free after 6pm
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
DALE KESTER
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.santacafe.com/?y_source=1_MzI3NjAxMTktODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=
Phone number
(505) 984-1788

Santacafe

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

NEW YEARS EVE

Popular dishes

GNOCCHI

DUROC PORK DUMPLINGS

Bolognese

Menu

Lunch

PORCINI MUSHROOM SOUP$18.00

APPLE & DRIED FIG SALAD$18.00

WINTER BURRATA SALAD$20.00

CRISPY CALAMARI$18.00

DUROC PORK DUMPLINGS$18.00

CAESAR SALAD$16.00

LOBSTER SALAD$30.00

CURED SALMON$20.00

MAINE LOBSTER ROLLS M.P.

SUMMER ROLLS$14.00

STEAMED MUSSELS$22.00

TUNA SALAD MELT$18.00

MAGGIE’S PASTA$18.00

BRANZINO$26.00

ENCHILADAS$16.00

CHRISTMAS CHEDDAR BURGER$18.00

STEAK FRITES$32.00

Farm Greens$14.00

What 3,993 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

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