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Santa Fe's Iconic Landmark Restaurant - Santacafe, Santa Fe, NM

Santacafe

4.8
4.8
4047 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 35 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

  • 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

Experiences

  • VALENTINES

    USD 100.00 per person

    Prepaid

    14 Feb 2025 only
    SANTACAFE will be offering a special pre-fixed Valentines Menu for you and your loved ones. You will pick from a selection of appetizers , Entrees and Dessert. In addition to our signature dishes Chef Dale Kester will be adding Special Menu selections for this evening Only. Visit our website to see Valentines Day Menu. The only bill you will be presented will be for any beverages you choose to enjoy. This experience is Non Refundable We hope you choose to enjoy your Valentines with us.
    VALENTINES photo

What 4,047 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
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New Mexico

    Best Ambience

  • New Mexico

    Great for outdoor dining

  • New Mexico

    American

  • New Mexico

    Most Booked

  • 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 is a beloved Santa Fe gem, renowned for its "fantastic food," "outstanding service," and "elegant ambiance." Patrons delight in the creative menu, featuring standout dishes like lobster rolls and porcini mushroom soup. The attentive staff and memorable dining experiences make it a top choice for locals and visitors alike.
4,047 Reviews
  1. Mike

    New Mexico

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Santacafe is back to its old top-rung performance. Food,service,atmosphere are all great! Beef bourgignon & caesar salad are some of the best I've had anywhere.

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  2. Martin

    VIP

    New Mexico

    28 reviews

    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding in every respect. The best restaurant in Santa Fe?

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  3. Tonia

    VIP

    Las Vegas

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Warm and cozy ambiance. Hospital staff, and incredibly mindful menu. Absolutely delicious!

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  4. James

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Overall experience is always good. They need to add more fish to the menu and maybe healthier appetizers.

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  5. Laura

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Santa Cafe is my favorite place to dine in Santa Fe. It truly is! The food is always fantastic and the service is excellent! We had the Lobster Rolls and the green Chile chicken enchiladas… absolutely delicious! Highly recommend!

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  6. Thao

    Minneapolis

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and wonderful meal. Never disappoints…

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  7. Robert

    New Mexico

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always on our favorite list. Love the fact that they are open for lunch. The food is the best and don't miss Maggie's pasta of the day.

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  8. Beverly

    Austin

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely love this restaurant! Whenever we are in town this is an absolute must. Food is amazing service is great!

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  9. Kelli

    New Mexico

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent in almost all ways. Wonderful ambiance. Impeccable service from Josh. 5 star presentation of all dishes: made to feel extra special as we were celebrating 2 anniversariess. Excellent filet, scallops, bourgignon and pork chops. Pricey but worth it for a special occasion.

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  10. Becky

    VIP

    New Mexico

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a pleasure to dine at Santa Cafe! The level of service goes above and beyond. The food is exceptional. I can’t wait to go back!

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FAQs

Santacafe is rated 4.8 stars by 4047 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 35 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Santacafe

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 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, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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