Santacafe

Name: Santacafe
Address: 231 Washington Ave, Santa Fe, NM, United States, 87501
Telephone: (505) 984-1788
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7

4072 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

17 Feb 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 45 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
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.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Mon–Sat 11:30–14:30 Daily 17:00–21:00
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
Area
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, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

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

What 4,072 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

New Mexico
Great for outdoor dining
New Mexico
American
Santa Fe / Mountains
Best Overall
Santa Fe / Mountains
Best Ambience
Santa Fe / Mountains
Best Value
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 charming ambiance and "excellent service." Diners rave about the "fantastic food," with favorites including lobster rolls, scallops, and Maggie's pasta. The restaurant's cozy atmosphere and attentive staff create a "wonderful dining experience," making it a top choice for locals and visitors alike.

4,072 Reviews

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Tommy
New Mexico
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food here is absolutely delicious, and the service is super friendly! Overall, it's a wonderful experience!
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Shannon
VIP
New Mexico
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We always love going to Santa cafe! The lobster roll is so amazing !
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Harry
New Mexico
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As a long time SantaCafe supporter, we regularly return for the overall experience and our recent dinner confirmed their continued excellence .
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Cody
VIP
Denver
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and excellent service. We had the filet and pork dumplings.
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Shawn
New Mexico
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I enjoyed the whole experience. The service is impeccable
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Bret
VIP
Washington DC
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great Valentines dinner menu and outstanding service, as always. Really enjoyed our dinner!
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Richard
VIP
New Mexico
46 reviews
5.0
46 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went for Valentine’s Day. We had not been to Santacafe for a long time. We loved our meal and the waitstaff was helpful and efficient. The food was excellently prepared with many choices. Nice mocktail too! We’ll be back.
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Celesa
West Palm Beach
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Chef Dale Keyster is exceptionally brilliant at building complex dishes. The Valentine’s Day menu was a delight to choose from an assortment of tantalizing starters- each sounded better than the next. The Main list was a tough choice but landed on the Coq Au Vin which was fantastic. Desserts were equally tantalizing and delicious. It was a wonderful dining experience.
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Dakota
Phoenix
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My girlfriend and I went out for Valentine’s Day yesterday, and it was absolutely wonderful. I’ve never felt compelled to write a restaurant review before, but this experience was so exceptional that I had to. As two young professionals, we rarely get the chance to escape for a nice dinner, and this one was worth every moment. The service was outstanding—attentive yet unobtrusive—and ordering was seamless. The staff was warm and welcoming, making the evening even more enjoyable. The ambiance was perfect, with a lively yet comfortable atmosphere. We even struck up a conversation with the couple next to us, and the background music was at just the right volume—audible enough to hum along but never overpowering. For dinner, we started with oysters. I had the filet mignon and lobster, while my girlfriend had the branzino. Every dish was perfectly prepared and full of flavor. For dessert, I had the tiramisu, and she had the profiteroles—both were incredible. A heartfelt thank you to the staff for making it a Valentine’s Day to remember!
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John
VIP
New Mexico
42 reviews
5.0
42 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
A superb choice. Excellent, inventive food choices, reasonable wine options, very good congenial service, nice ambiance with moderate noise. It is always high on our choice in Santa Fe!
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Santacafe is rated 4.7 stars by 4072 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

17 Feb 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 45 times today

231 Washington Ave, Santa Fe, NM 87501

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
231 Washington/Paseo de Peralta
Area
Santa Fe
Hours of Operation
Mon–Sat 11:30–14:30 Daily 17:00–21:00
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, 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

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Popular dishes

GNOCCHI

DUROC PORK DUMPLINGS

Bolognese

Menu

Lunch

PORCINI MUSHROOM SOUPUSD 18.00

APPLE & DRIED FIG SALADUSD 18.00

WINTER BURRATA SALADUSD 20.00

CRISPY CALAMARIUSD 18.00

DUROC PORK DUMPLINGSUSD 18.00

CAESAR SALADUSD 16.00

LOBSTER SALADUSD 30.00

CURED SALMONUSD 20.00

MAINE LOBSTER ROLLS M.P.

SUMMER ROLLSUSD 14.00

STEAMED MUSSELSUSD 22.00

TUNA SALAD MELTUSD 18.00

MAGGIE’S PASTAUSD 18.00

BRANZINOUSD 26.00

ENCHILADASUSD 16.00

CHRISTMAS CHEDDAR BURGERUSD 18.00

STEAK FRITESUSD 32.00

Farm GreensUSD 14.00

What 4,072 people are saying

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