Su Sushi at El Nido

Name: Su Sushi at El Nido
Address: 1577 Bishops Lodge Rd, Santa Fe, NM, United States, 87506
Telephone: (505) 954-1272
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6

256 Reviews

$31 to $50

Japanese Speciality

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2 people

17 Feb 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 3 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Innovative

Welcome to Su a beautiful Sushi Bar in the village of Tesuque (opera exit, 8 min from downtown, inside El Nido). Come experience Chef Gaytan's Sushi. We offer amazing fish to include offerings from the Toyosu Fish market in Japan. Chef Gaytan offers a full alacarte menu and Omakase Experience (3 coursed meal 75.00, request meal in reservation notes).

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Japanese Speciality, Sushi, Seafood
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(505) 954-1272
Website
http://elnidosantafe.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Alex Gaytan

Location
1577 Bishops Lodge Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87506
Area
Santa Fe
Parking details
None
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Baked SalmonUSD 28.00
baked salmon, shrimp tempura, avocado, cucumber, daikon sprouts, spicy aioli, eel sauce
BigeyeUSD 25.00
bigeye tuna, yellowtail, cucumber, avocado, daikon sprouts, ponzu sauce
El NidoUSD 21.00
spicy tuna, amberjack, avocado, cucumber, daikon sprouts, ponzu
Snow CrabUSD 22.00
wild caught crab leg, avocado, cucumber, lemon
Santa FeUSD 16.00
shrimp tempura, green chile tempura, avocado, cucumber, daikon sprout, spicy aioli, eel sauce
Softshell CrabUSD 19.00
softshell crab tempura, cucumber, avocado, spicy aioli, eel sauce
TokyoUSD 20.00
yellowtail, cucumber, yellowfin tuna, avocado, pickled ginger
Salmon Skin RollUSD 14.00
crispy salmon skin, cucumber, yamagobo, daikon sprouts, nori
Spicy RollUSD 15.00
choice of yellowtail, salmon, or tuna with daikon and spicy sauce
Rainbow RollUSD 20.00
escolar, yellowfin, yellowtail, scottish salmon, blue crab, avocado
Philadelphia RollUSD 15.00
salmon, cream cheese, cucumber, sesame seeds
Caterpillar RollUSD 17.00
freshwater eel, cucumber, avocado, eel sauce
Dragon RollUSD 20.00
cucumber, blue crab, freshwater eel, avocado, eel sauce

Sashimi & Nigiri (2pcs)

Kanpachi (Amberjack)USD 10.00
Sake (Salmon)USD 10.00
Hon Maguro Otoro (Bluefin Tuna Belly)USD 28.00
Mebachi Maguro (Bigeye Tuna)USD 13.00
Ikura (Salmon Roe)USD 16.00
Hotate (Scallop)USD 13.00
Suzuki (Sea Bass)USD 10.00
Hamachi (Yellowtail)USD 10.00
Japanese Tai (Red Snapper)USD 10.00
Unagi (Fresh Water Eel)USD 10.00
Saku (Yellowfin)USD 9.00
Binnaga Maguro (Albacore)USD 12.00
Katsuo (Bonito)USD 13.00

Sake

Chokaisan "Chocai Mountain" Junmai DaiginjoUSD 24.00
Floral with hints of ripe pear and a soft, smooth finish
Daissai 39 "Otter Festival" Junmai DaiginjoUSD 16.00
Full bodied and dry with a subtle honeydew melon aroma
Naba Shoten "Minato Harbor" Yamahai Nama GenshuUSD 18.00
Big, pleasing aromas with a juicy palate and long finish
Kaze No Muri "Wind of The Woods" Junmai Muroka Nama GenshuUSD 16.00
Lively and fresh with notes of green apple and mandarin orange
Yuki Otoko "Yeti" JunmaiUSD 14.00
Dry, clean and light bodied with hints of umami and sweetness
Joto "The Blue One" Junmai NigoriUSD 12.00
Creamy body with a pleasing earthy and coconut finish
Eiko Fuji Ban Ryu "Ten Thousand Ways" HonjozoUSD 11.00
Mild aroma with notes of black currant and a soft, crisp finish
Yukikage "Snow Shadow" Tokubetsu JunmaiUSD 10.00
Classic sake with aromas of steamed rice and apricot
Sake TastingUSD 23.00
Daissai, naba shoten, joto

Shochu

Akita Seishu Namahage "Devil Mask" KomeUSD 12.00
Chiran Hotaru "Firefly" ImoUSD 11.00
Ikinokura Nadeshiuko "True Beauty" MugiUSD 12.00
Shochu TastingUSD 23.00

Tea

$7/$15

Hojicha
roasted green tea
Matcha Genmaicha
green tea with roasted rice
Sencha Fukamushi
deep steamed green tea

Specialty Cocktails

Black Tea Sake-TiniUSD 22.00
Blind Tiger gin, dry sake, japanese vermouth
Japanese ManhattanUSD 18.00
japanese whiskey, sweet vermouth, umami bitters, orange bitters
Yuzu CollinsUSD 17.00
Roku gin, yuzu luxe, lemon, club soda
Japanese Whiskey TastingUSD 41.00
iwai tradition, nikka coffey grain, hibiki japanese harmony

What 256 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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New Mexico
Neighbourhood gem
Santa Fe / Mountains
Neighbourhood gem
Santa Fe / Mountains
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Su Sushi at El Nido is a standout sushi destination in Santa Fe, praised for its "super fresh sushi" and "excellent nigiri." Chef Alex's expertise shines, offering creative rolls and exquisite Omakase experiences. Guests highlight "wonderful food and service," a welcoming atmosphere, and an impressive sake list. Highly recommended for sushi lovers!

256 Reviews

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Mark
VIP
New Mexico
46 reviews
4.0
46 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Service was a bit uneven. Sushi was very good. Music was too loud but volume was turned down on request.
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Elaine
New Mexico
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Lots of food that was so very delicious. Service was not great as we felt ignored several times through the meal. Appreciated that our wait person provided a gluten-free desert. Soup was a bit fishy; sushi plate was amazing; matcha cheesecake was very dry.
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Miles
Atlanta
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 9 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
El Nido offers an exceptional sushi experience in Tesuque, New Mexico. The food is absolutely fabulous—fresh, expertly prepared, and beautifully presented. The waitstaff is not only incredibly nice but also highly knowledgeable, enhancing the dining experience with great recommendations. Prices are completely reasonable, making it an amazing value for such high-quality sushi in this unexpected location. A must-visit for sushi lovers!
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iyarp
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 1 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great experience great atmosphere. We really enjoy our time over there.
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Mike
VIP
Los Angeles
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 1 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Excellent sushi. We sat at the sushi bar and watched them prepare their entrees. Very nice staff and even received a complimentary snack! Delicious all around, will def be back!
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Jon
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 29 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a magnificent meal! We had the bigeye, el Nido, snow crab, and caterpillar rolls. Plus a glass of sake that made me feel like a Japanese poet dreaming of cherry blossoms. What a special way to spend my 53rd birthday. We’ll definitely be back!
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Jeffrey
New Mexico
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 26 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Since the closure of Shohku cafe several years ago, it's been difficult to find quality sushi in Santa Fe. Su Shushi happily fill that void. The sushi rolls were creative and delicious combining very fresh fish with complimentary ingredients. One item not to be missed is the pickled wasabi.
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Cathy
VIP
New Mexico
56 reviews
3.0
56 reviews
Dined on 12 January 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
We have been numerous times and it has always been good. Less so this time. The tempura was nothing like it used to be. There were no Japanese desserts. Our waiter was lovely. But food service was super slow. Only one person for a full restaurant. Sushi was good and fresh. Music was loud and sane track okayed twice while we were there. Overall a disappointing experience compared to past visits.
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Victoria
Atlanta
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 12 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent experience! The Omakase was superb! The wait staff and the chef were all extremely nice and helpful if we had questions. There was only one Sushi chef when we went (the main chef was out that evening), but they did an amazing job considering they were by themselves. The food was excellent - tempura was spot on, the sushi was stellar, and the miso was the best I've ever had. The dessert that came with the Omakase was delicious and perfect for two people to share. Highly recommend sitting at the sushi bar! We have a new favorite spot and will most definitely be back again soon.
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Joyce
New Mexico
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 3 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We all had fun and enjoyed our food. Our server was very helpful in choosing our food and knowledgeable about sake.
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Su Sushi at El Nido is rated 4.6 stars by 256 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

17 Feb 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 3 times today

1577 Bishops Lodge Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87506

Dining areas

Additional information

Area
Santa Fe
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Japanese Speciality, Sushi, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
None
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Alex Gaytan
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://elnidosantafe.com/
Phone number
(505) 954-1272

Su Sushi at El Nido

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Dining areas

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Featured Items

OmakaseUSD 75.00

Mixed PlatterUSD 75.00

Luxe Sashimi PlatterUSD 35.00

Luxe Nigiri PlatterUSD 35.00

Appetizers

Tempura of The Day

Miso SoupUSD 5.00

Seaweed SaladUSD 5.00

EdamameUSD 5.00

Sashimi TartarUSD 25.00

GyozaUSD 10.00

Makizushi

Baked SalmonUSD 28.00

BigeyeUSD 25.00

El NidoUSD 21.00

Snow CrabUSD 22.00

Santa FeUSD 16.00

Softshell CrabUSD 19.00

TokyoUSD 20.00

Salmon Skin RollUSD 14.00

Spicy RollUSD 15.00

Rainbow RollUSD 20.00

Philadelphia RollUSD 15.00

Caterpillar RollUSD 17.00

Dragon RollUSD 20.00

Sashimi & Nigiri (2pcs)

Kanpachi (Amberjack)USD 10.00

Sake (Salmon)USD 10.00

Hon Maguro Otoro (Bluefin Tuna Belly)USD 28.00

Mebachi Maguro (Bigeye Tuna)USD 13.00

Ikura (Salmon Roe)USD 16.00

Hotate (Scallop)USD 13.00

Suzuki (Sea Bass)USD 10.00

Hamachi (Yellowtail)USD 10.00

Japanese Tai (Red Snapper)USD 10.00

Unagi (Fresh Water Eel)USD 10.00

Saku (Yellowfin)USD 9.00

Binnaga Maguro (Albacore)USD 12.00

Katsuo (Bonito)USD 13.00

Sake

Chokaisan "Chocai Mountain" Junmai DaiginjoUSD 24.00

Daissai 39 "Otter Festival" Junmai DaiginjoUSD 16.00

Naba Shoten "Minato Harbor" Yamahai Nama GenshuUSD 18.00

Kaze No Muri "Wind of The Woods" Junmai Muroka Nama GenshuUSD 16.00

Yuki Otoko "Yeti" JunmaiUSD 14.00

Joto "The Blue One" Junmai NigoriUSD 12.00

Eiko Fuji Ban Ryu "Ten Thousand Ways" HonjozoUSD 11.00

Yukikage "Snow Shadow" Tokubetsu JunmaiUSD 10.00

Sake TastingUSD 23.00

Shochu

Akita Seishu Namahage "Devil Mask" KomeUSD 12.00

Chiran Hotaru "Firefly" ImoUSD 11.00

Ikinokura Nadeshiuko "True Beauty" MugiUSD 12.00

Shochu TastingUSD 23.00

Tea

Hojicha

Matcha Genmaicha

Sencha Fukamushi

Specialty Cocktails

Black Tea Sake-TiniUSD 22.00

Japanese ManhattanUSD 18.00

Yuzu CollinsUSD 17.00

Japanese Whiskey TastingUSD 41.00

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