Sassella

Name: Sassella
Address: 225 Johnson St, Santa Fe, NM, United States, 87501
Telephone: (505) 982-6734
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

2307 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

3 Jan 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 9 times today

Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines
Charming

The name “Sassella” comes from a hamlet of 60 residents known for its vineyards near where Chef Cristian Pontiggia grew up.

In addition to working at two Michelin Star restaurants in Europe, Lombardy native Chef Cristian Pontiggia has received several awards from La Confrérie de la Chaîne des Rôtisseurs, an international gastronomic society. The Italian government recognizes him as a Master Chef, and he holds a culinary degree that certifies him as a Doctor of Enogastronomy.

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of Operation
Dinner Daily 16:30–20:30
Phone number
(505) 982-6734
Website
https://sassellasantafe.com/home
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Chef Cristian Pontiggia
Catering
Please Contact: Evan Schultz - General Manager evan.schultz@sassellasantafe.com
Private party facilities
Please Contact:Evan Schultz - General Manager evan.schultz@sassellasantafe.com

Location
225 Johnson St, Santa Fe, NM 87501
Area
Santa Fe
Cross Street
North Guadalupe Street
Parking details
Lot behind Sassella (marked spots ONLY) | Metered Parking on Griffin St, E Palace Ave, W San Francisco St | Parking Garage 216 W San Francisco | Sandoval St. Parking at Sassella is very limited. We encourage you to carpool or use rideshares.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Eggplant ParmigianaUSD 28.00
Eggplant in pastella, Italian bread crumbs, marinara, parmesan, mozzarella, walnut basil pesto
Composizione di PereUSD 31.00
Sliced pear, Meredith Farms sheep and goat cheese, artichoke, encapsulated fruit, arugula, pistachios, aged balsamic
Crudo di TonnoUSD 33.00
yellowfin tuna, olives, cucumber, charred fennel, roasted bell pepper, citrus oil, tamari reduction, squid ink aioli
Smoked MeatballsUSD 28.00
cold smoked, black angus, berkshire pork, veal, san marzano marinara sauce
Affettati MistiUSD 30.00
Chef's board of prosciutto, speck, coppa, salame Toscano, salame Calabrese, prosciutto cotto, parmesan, fontina, and provolone
- SmallUSD 30.00
- LargeUSD 45.00
Caesar a Modo MioUSD 23.00
Romaine, parmesan crisp, focaccia crostini, white anchovies, capers, tonnato dressing
Burrata CapreseUSD 28.00
heirloom tomato, house made burrata, fresh peach, fig balsamic reduction, pickled onion, volcanic salt, fresh basil, arugula, extra virgin olive oil
Insalada di GranchioUSD 25.00
mixed greens, citrus vinaigrette, lump crab, roasted garlic, castelvetrano olives, fresh cucumber, bull's heart tomato emulsion, croutons, mint

Primi

Rigatoni BologneseUSD 34.00
rigatoni pasta, red wine, tomato sauce, vegetable mirepoix, garlic, ground buffalo, parmesan
RavioliUSD 34.00
Portobello and ricotta ravioli, porcini cream sauce, dried blueberries, wild arugula, parmesan
Lobster RisottoUSD 40.00
Carnaroli rice, Maine lobster, asparagus, pistachio arugula pesto, fontina, parmesan
Carbonara di FunghiUSD 38.00
tagliatelle, mushroom, guanciale, 63 degree sous vide organic egg, black pepper, parmesan foam, white truffle oil
Spaghetti MeatballsUSD 34.00
spaghetti, berkshire pork & wagyu meatballs, san marzano tomato marinara, parmesan, fresh basil

Secondi

La QuagliaUSD 45.00
sous vide quail finished en pastella, stuffed with sassella's own sausage, orange vellutata, prosciutto wrapped asparagus, orange supreme, Italian breaded lion's mane mushroom
- 1 QuailUSD 45.00
- 2 QuailUSD 60.00
Il PesceUSD 50.00
seared mediterranean branzino, castelvetrano puttanesca sauce, capellini alla sorrentina
Il CinghialeUSD 48.00
blackened wild boar tenderloin, brandy green peppercorn sauce, black garlic and licorice mashed potato, roasted brussels sprouts
Agnello al TartufoUSD 50.00
Colorado lamb loin, black truffle demi glace, shaved winter truffle, potato pavé

What 2,307 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

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

New Mexico
Italian
Santa Fe / Mountains
Great for fine wines
Santa Fe / Mountains
Great for outdoor dining
Santa Fe / Mountains
Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Sassella in Santa Fe offers a delightful Italian dining experience with "superb, genuine Italian cuisine" and a "lovely patio" setting. The restaurant is known for its outstanding food, including dishes like lobster risotto and mushroom carbonara. Guests rave about the attentive service and exquisite wine pairings.

2,307 Reviews

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Michael
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 13 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
An excellent dining experience. Well trained, knowledgeable wait staff. Food prep and presentation outstanding, and a fine dining atmosphere. Will definitely return.
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Gail
VIP
Washington DC
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 12 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service. Nice atmosphere. We look forward to returning!
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paintslinger
VIP
New Mexico
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on 12 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sasella staff members are always on point - well trained and love the food they serve. A great team dedicated to great service!
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Frank
New Mexico
18 reviews
4.0
18 reviews
Dined on 12 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was excellent, food also excellent, bartender very informative and friendly. Only downsides, slight sewer gas smell near restrooms. And espresso has a perfume fragrance and taste to it. Very odd, I'm Italian so I know about these things. Waiter investigated and couldn't find any reason for the taste and smell he also experienced.
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Robert
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New Mexico
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service was excellent as always. One of our favorite dining places in Santa Fe
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Larry
Durango
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 6 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely perfect! Ambiance, food and service - all top shelf!
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WH
VIP
New Orleans
48 reviews
4.0
48 reviews
Dined on 30 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Sat in the bar for drinks and appetizers. Were there early evening and staff was still doing bar inventory as if we weren't there -- which detracted from the experience. Shared a lovely salad and to appetizers, along with very tasty cocktails -- selected from a remarkable gin selection. We will return.
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Gary
New Mexico
28 reviews
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on 30 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Very creative, unique, and delicious options although pricey. We were glad that they allowed us to split courses so that we could enjoy antipasti, primi, and secondi without feeling that we were overeating. Pear appetizer is especially unique and flavorful. Lobster risotto very taste. Sea bass was very smooth and flavorful. Pecan pie dessert seemed more like pumpkin pie with pecans on top; was the only weak point.
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liesl
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 29 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an amazing Thanksgiving dinner here. Top notch food, service, and ambience. We will be back next time we are in Santa Fe for another meal.
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William
New Mexico
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 28 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Very sophisticated and pleasant atmosphere for Thanksgiving Dinner. The Trout was delicious, as well as the Risotto. Excellent service from all of the service people. All courses were beautifully prepared and perfectly timed. All in all a lovely dining experience.
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FAQs

Sassella offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (505) 982-6734.

Sassella is rated 4.8 stars by 2307 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

3 Jan 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 9 times today

Order delivery or takeout

225 Johnson St, Santa Fe, NM 87501

Additional information

Cross Street
North Guadalupe Street
Area
Santa Fe
Hours of Operation
Dinner Daily 16:30–20:30
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Lot behind Sassella (marked spots ONLY) | Metered Parking on Griffin St, E Palace Ave, W San Francisco St | Parking Garage 216 W San Francisco | Sandoval St. Parking at Sassella is very limited. We encourage you to carpool or use rideshares.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Chef Cristian Pontiggia
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://sassellasantafe.com/home
Phone number
(505) 982-6734
Catering
Please Contact: Evan Schultz - General Manager evan.schultz@sassellasantafe.com
Private party facilities
Please Contact:Evan Schultz - General Manager evan.schultz@sassellasantafe.com

Sassella

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Popular dishes

Ravioli

Lobster Risotto

Amaretto e Mandorle

Menu

Antipasti

Eggplant ParmigianaUSD 28.00

Composizione di PereUSD 31.00

Crudo di TonnoUSD 33.00

Smoked MeatballsUSD 28.00

Affettati MistiUSD 30.00

Caesar a Modo MioUSD 23.00

Burrata CapreseUSD 28.00

Insalada di GranchioUSD 25.00

Primi

Rigatoni BologneseUSD 34.00

RavioliUSD 34.00

Lobster RisottoUSD 40.00

Carbonara di FunghiUSD 38.00

Spaghetti MeatballsUSD 34.00

Secondi

La QuagliaUSD 45.00

Il PesceUSD 50.00

Il CinghialeUSD 48.00

Agnello al TartufoUSD 50.00

What 2,307 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Sassella offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

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Is Sassella currently accepting bookings?

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