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1. Dinner for Two
4.6
Exceptional(3967)
Price: Moderate
• Steak • Santa Fe
Booked 31 times today
Dinner for Two has been named Best Steakhouse in New Mexico!Excellent food, great cocktails and a fun dinning environment! We specialize in Prime cuts of beef, Filet Mignon Rib-eye, New York strip as well as table-side presentations like Caesar salad and Chateaubriand and Bananas foster. Please Call To make a reservation for our dog friendly Patio. Multi-award winning: including Wine Spectator and top 10 in southwest and Best Cocktail. Our cocktails are Well made fun and Forward Thinking, With an emphasis on Seasonality. Happy hour is available from 4 -6:00 every day! (Except Holidays). We love to host dinners for Weddings, organizations, or private celebrations from 2 to 90, everything is made in-house so special diets are easily accommodated: allergies, gluten free, etc.Excellent Food and Service at a Reasonable PriceParking on any local street meter Sunday park for free at any meter
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2. Sazon
4.7
Exceptional(5270)
Price: Very Expensive
• Latin American • Santa Fe
Booked 26 times today
Sason is a Latin American restaurant in Santa Fe, known for its authentic and creative Mexican cuisine. Reviewers consistently mention the 'wonderful food', 'beautiful atmosphere' and 'amazing service'. The menu is praised for its 'eclectic and unique' flavors, and the restaurant's art pieces and history make it an 'exciting' and 'interesting' place to dine.
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3. Coyote Cafe
4.6
Exceptional(7255)
Price: Moderate
• Southwest British • Santa Fe
Booked 19 times today
Coyote Cafe & Cantina continues to be Santa Fe's most famous and celebrated restaurant & rooftop bar. Coyote Cafe continues to be Santa Fe's most iconic restaurant, celebrating our 30th year!
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4. Zacatlan
4.8
Exceptional(1279)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican / Southwestern • Santa Fe
Booked 14 times today
The name Zacatlán surged from the origins of our chef, Eduardo Rodriguez. He was born in Zacatecas, Mexico (north-central Mexico), which is defined as "the habitants of the land where grass grows". Zacatlán is the nahuatl translation for "land with an abundance of grass", and that is where our idea of Zacatlán Restaurant began. Zacatlán Restaurant desires to continue to preserve the traditions for our upcoming generations, while bringing forth new flavors. These new flavors incorporate Southwestern and Mexican influences. We are established near the Santa fe Plaza, right off of Guadalupe Street. We want to unveil a new fusion of food for everyone in Santa Fe and those who visit.
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5. Joseph's Culinary Pub
4.8
Exceptional(2434)
Price: Expensive
• Continental • Santa Fe
Booked 36 times today
Chef Joseph Wrede is a Food & Wine Best New Chef, the winner of several AAA Four Diamond Awards, several DiRoNA Awards and has received both Wine Spectator and Wine Enthusiast distinctions. Joseph’s Culinary Pub is a creation of Chef Wrede and his creative and business partners. This is the third incarnation of Wrede’s original Joseph’s Table, conceived in Taos, New Mexico, not quite 20 years ago, for which he is well known and loved within the region and beyond. Joseph’s Culinary Pub is designed to be a platform for Chef Wrede’s unique and uncompromising vision on traditional and contemporary cuisine, both regional and international. Regarding the restaurant as a process much like theater, Wrede envisions the experience of dining in his restaurant as an interactive play between the pub and the public, with his sights aimed at rivaling high art.
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6. Palace Prime
4.6
Exceptional(650)
Price: Expensive
• American • Santa Fe
Booked 27 times today
**NOW OPEN MONDAYS**Located one block from the plaza and one block from the Lensic Theater. We are a Santa Fe tradition reborn. Chef Angel Franco serves up small plates, farm-fresh veggies, seasonal seafood, and handmade pasta made with local ingredients, paired with premium wines and seasonally curated craft cocktails to enjoy in an elegant and historic setting. We have a private dining room for groups of up to 14. Our tree-covered back patio and fully covered front patio are open in the warm months when weather permits. You can also dine inside our chic bar/lounge or dining room with plush booth seating. Happy Hour is Wednesday - Monday from 5 pm to 6:30 pm. Chef, Angel Franco | Sous Chef, Aaron Daniels | General Manager, Austin Flick | Bar Managers, Ashely Lynn + Karli Guerrero
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7. Alkemē
4.8
Exceptional(466)
Price: Very Expensive
• Asian • Santa Fe
Booked 2 times today
We are closed for our Winter Break Jan 1 - 16, 2025. Please visit our website for reservations for our January Cooking Classes and Pop-Up Dinners. Welcome to Alkemē where dining is a unique culture-to-table experience. We are honored to be a 2024 James Beard Award Best New Restaurant Semifinalist! Our food menu is Asian heritage cuisine reimagined. Chef-Owner Hue-Chan Karels and Executive Chef Erica Tai are reinterpreting heirloom recipes from their culinary roots to create dishes that are innovative yet steeped in tradition and culture. We offer 3 tasting menus, a seasonal a la carte menu, dim sum brunch on Saturdays, and a full-liquor beverage menu with creative cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks.Our patio is open from Spring through Fall. Our indoor dining space has 3 dining rooms & a bar: > Main Dining Room is vibrant and modern> Dawn Dining Room is warm and inviting and can seat large parties from 6 to 14> Indochine Room (aka "The Red Room") exudes passion and intimacy
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8. TerraCotta Wine Bistro
4.6
Exceptional(2423)
Price: Expensive
• Global, International • Santa Fe
Booked 6 times today
TerraCotta Wine Bistro in Santa Fe is a fun and welcoming spot. Customers rave about the warm, inviting ambiance, the diverse menu and the extensive wine selection. It's the perfect place for a casual meal or a special occasion. Plus, the music adds a nice touch to the atmosphere.
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9. Pranzo Italian Grill
4.5
Awesome(758)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Santa Fe
Booked 16 times today
Since 1987 Pranzo Italian Grill has been serving the community of Santa Fe, New Mexico and tourists from all over the world. Something that we want to give everyone is a fantastic family experience. We are a casual fine dining restaurant. Our seafood is always fresh from Above Sea Level. Our mussels are from the pristine Atlantic waters off the coast of Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island mussels are known for their jet-black shells and sweet flavor. Our halibut and salmon wild caught and sourced from Alaska.We work with many local nonprofits such as Kitchen Angels, and the Santa Fe Animal Shelter. Chef Steven Lemon also Works with Big Brothers and Big Sisters. We have beautiful private dining rooms and our bar area available for private parties. We invite you to come and visit us to enjoy those special moments with the people you love and care about! Thank you for all your years of patronage!
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10. Hervé Wine Bar
4.3
Awesome(24)
Price: Moderate
• Wine Bar • Santa Fe
Booked 9 times today
Welcome to Hervé Wine Bar, a sophisticated retreat for wine enthusiasts. Here, you’ll find a curated selection of Lescombes’ finest wines, from vibrant reds to crisp whites, each chosen to enhance your tasting experience. Our expert staff is passionate about wine and eager to help you explore our diverse offerings, whether you’re a connoisseur or just starting out.The ambiance at Hervé Wine Bar blends elegance with coziness, featuring contemporary design that celebrates the rich heritage of our wines. It’s the perfect setting for intimate conversations, celebratory gatherings, or relaxing after a day of exploring Santa Fe.Join us at Hervé Wine Bar for an unforgettable journey through exceptional wines, where every sip reveals the artistry of Lescombes’ winemaking.

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  • WillAllen3
    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    An exquisite experience, start to finish. May have been our best meal ever from the beginning (chef's moles) to the end (Princessa--light pastry and cream with fresh berries) and Carajillo (Mexico City style coffee with Licor 43, Godiva Dark Chocolate Liqueur, espresso, and cream). We shared Sopa de Amor (to-die-for pamblano soup), Xochimilco (huitlacoche), and black pepper-encrusted aged Angus beef tenderloin. All perfectly prepared and delectable. 
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    SazonPrice: Very Expensive• Latin American• Santa Fe
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    4.7
  • HeatherVIP
    Austin •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Coyote Cafe is a staple in our Santa Fe restaurant rotation. Every meal we’ve had there has been excellent. New Year’s Day was no exception (even though we were still full from our New Years Eve dinner lol). Started with the kampachi and then I had the sea bass and my husband had the elk tenderloin. I opted for wine by the glass instead of bottle (see NYE comment above) and the server recommended a wonderful, minerally white that perfectly complemented the fish. We’ll definitely be back!
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    Coyote CafePrice: Moderate• Southwest British• Santa Fe
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    4.6
  • ScottVIP
    Houston •16 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    We'd been meaning to check out Dinner for Two for quite a while and finally got the chance when friends came into town. It didn't disappoint. Cocktails were very good, food was excellent (including the bananas foster for dessert), and the wine list offered the wine we wanted. Service was very good - Jose took great care of us. Other than the slippery floors, a great evening. We're coming back to check out the Happy Hour menu which looks like a great opportunity to try lots of menu items.
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    Dinner for TwoPrice: Moderate• Steak• Santa Fe
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    4.6
  • kimVIP
    Los Angeles •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Fantastic food!!! Sweet little place with an attached enclosed patio. We had a family style table and from the special prawn dish; the outstanding cedar salad, lamb shank.. awesome margaritas too. The food is more elevated than the decor- which on the positive creates a charming vibe.. like you’ve stumbled upon something unique and special. Which of course you have!! Do not hesitate to book here!
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    ZacatlanPrice: Expensive• Mexican / Southwestern• Santa Fe
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    4.8
  • Karen
    New York City •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    The food is always wonderful at Joseph's. Our server was most attentive and informative, which we very much appreciate! You can never go wrong here. And the ambiance is just lovely. Small and intimate. Love it!
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    Joseph's Culinary PubPrice: Expensive• Continental• Santa Fe
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    4.8

Discover best fun restaurants in Santa Fe

Discover the vibrant and eclectic dining scene in Santa Fe, New Mexico, where fun and flavor meet against the stunning backdrop of the Santa Fe Mountains. Whether you're in the mood for the bold and imaginative Japanese dishes, a taste of Latin America with authentic Mexican flavors, or a cozy wine bistro experience, Santa Fe offers a range of restaurants that promise an unforgettable dining experience. Each spot is celebrated for its unique ambiance, which ranges from the inviting and warm to the creatively themed, ensuring every meal is not just a dish but a journey. These restaurants are lauded for their exceptional service and the ability to create a memorable atmosphere that complements their culinary delights. Perfect for food enthusiasts and adventurers alike, Santa Fe's dining scene caters to those looking for a meal that's as fun as it is satisfying. Come for the food and stay for the experience in Santa Fe, where every meal is served with a side of scenic mountain views and a dash of local charm.

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