La Casa Sena

3.4

3494 Reviews

$31 to $50

Southwest

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2 people

27 Nov 2024

19:00

Charming
Dog-friendly
Great for creative cocktails

La Casa Sena is currently not serving liquor, beer, or wine until further notice.

La Casa Sena is located in the heart of Old Santa Fe in the historic Sena Plaza. Featuring an innovative Steak, Seafood, and Southwest cuisine menu, an Award winning wine list and a spectacular and inviting outdoor patio. La Casa Sena is one of Santa Fe's most popular restaurants.

Menu created by Chef Randy Tapia

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Southwest, Seafood, Steak
Hours of Operation
Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Club Legato Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(505) 988-9232
Website
http://www.lacasasena.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Randy Tapia
Catering
Please inquire about our catering options with James Naranjo by email at Events@lacasasena.com or by phone at 505.466.5696.
Private party facilities
We offer 4 private dining rooms. We can also accommodate larger parties and private buyouts.

Location
125 East Palace Avenue, Santa Fe, NM 87501
Area
Santa Fe
Cross Street
Washington
Parking details
Validated parking is available in the public lot behind the restaurant on Nusbaum Street.
Entertainment
We feature live jazz on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night from 6 pm- 9 pm with a full bar and dinner service inside Club Legato.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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Popular dishes

Fried CalamariUS$20.00
Celery, fresno pepper, jalapeno avocado crema, sambal aioli, fresh lemons
Pistachio Crusted Beef Carpaccio US$22.00
Thinly sliced beef tenderloin, shaved pecorino Romano, tarragon emulsion, arugula, pickled fresno peppers, preserved lemon oil, potato sticks
Yellowtail Tuna TartareUS$26.00
ahi tuna, avocado, cucumber, mango, dragon fruit, red chile sriracha, lotus root chips
Carne Asada TacosUS$23.00
marinated beef tenderloin, pico, charred kumquat salsa, cilantro
Rice Paper Crab CakesUS$32.00
preserved lemon saffron aioli, green goddess dressing, grilled corn

Soups & Salad

Caesar SaladUS$14.00
Romaine, parmesan cheese, croutons, lemons.
Heirloom Tomato Consomme US$16.00
Clear tomato broth, avocado, heirloom tomato, tarragon oil
Quinoa Chopped SaladUS$19.00
Avocado, tomato, red onion, cucumber, mango, quinoa, celery, feta, lemon dill emulsion
Farmers SaladUS$14.00
Mixed greens, heirloom tomato, carrots, radish, cucumbers, passion fruit vinaigrette
Add to any saladUS$16.00
Grilled Jumbo Shrimp
Add to any saladUS$11.00
Grilled chicken breast
Smoky Corn Chowder US$16.00
silky corn chowder, chipotle, grilled corn

Entrees

Wild BoarUS$42.00
Okinawan potato pave, chile spice rub, apricot mostarda, bok choy
Pappardelle Primavera US$27.00
farmers market vegetables, garlic white wine butter sauce
Smoked Duck BreastUS$46.00
okinawan potato and nopal hash, guajillo amarena cherry lacquer, white asparagus
LCS Chicken EnchiladasUS$26.00
red or green chile, chicken, asadero, oaxca cheese, white corn tortillas, white beans, new mexican rice, sour cream, & pico de gallo
Grilled Scottish SalmonUS$42.00
forbidden rice, roasted baby beets, asparagus, hibiscus foam, yuzu caviar
50/50 BurgerUS$23.00
8 oz bison & wagyu, smoked tomato aioli, 8 month beemster cheese, smoked bacon, green chile onion jam, lettuce, tomato, pickles
Chilean SeabassUS$55.00
mascarpone risotto, sugar snap peas, blood orange supremes, meyer lemon ahi amarillo beurre blanc

Prime Cuts & Specialty Cuts

8oz Prime Center Cut MignonUS$48.00
16oz Prime Rib EyeUS$61.00
16oz Prime New York StripUS$56.00
Jumbo ShrimpUS$16.00
Lobster tail 8ozUS$37.00
Venison 8ozUS$40.00

Sides

AsparagusUS$9.00
Onions RingsUS$9.00
Rainbow CarrotsUS$9.00
Sweet Potato FriesUS$9.00
Purple Duchess Potato US$12.00
Sugar Snap PeasUS$8.00
Skin on French FriesUS$9.00
Bread Basket US$7.00

Dessert

Crème BrûlèeUS$12.00
Flan US$12.00
Chocolate BrownieUS$12.00
Served with vanilla ice cream and chocolate syrup.
Ice CreamUS$5.00
Raspberry Sorbet, Lemon Sorbet, Chocolate, Vanilla, Gelato Expresso
Mascarpone Limoncello Cake US$12.00
creamy limoncello mascarpone frosting, served with whipped cream and berries
Pineapple Upside Down CakeUS$12.00
vanilla cake with caramelized brown sugar pineapple and cherries
Key Lime PieUS$12.00
Served with hibiscus syrup

What 3,494 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

3.4

3.4 based on recent ratings

3.6Food
3.5Service
3.5Ambience
3.1Value

Noise • Energetic

Diners' Choice Awards

New Mexico
Great for brunch
New Mexico
Great for outdoor dining
Santa Fe / Mountains
Great for brunch
Santa Fe / Mountains
Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

La Casa Sena offers a charming dining experience with its "prettiest patio in SF" and historic courtyard setting. Guests often praise the "excellent" food and "friendly, efficient service." However, recent changes in menu and staffing have led to mixed reviews. The new chef is "absolutely killing it," and patrons recommend trying the crab cakes. Despite some service delays and liquor license issues, La Casa Sena remains a "lovely hideaway" worth visiting for its ambience and creative dishes.

3,494 Reviews

B
Brenda
Greater Boston
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on 25 August 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
The restaurant was closed. No notice, standing outside at nearly 9pm with no dinner option at that time.
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brandy
Dallas
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on 25 August 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
This restaurant is closed, but it is still taking reservations....
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Amanda
New Mexico
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on 3 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a wonderful time on the patio, was beautiful under the lights. Although we were sad there was no drinks, the food was excellent.
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Raffi
Dallas
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on 1 August 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
I've had lunch at LA Casa Sena on several occasions & has always been very pleasant. Food & cocktails were great, atmosphere on the patio is nice. This time though, there was no alcohol due to loss of their license, this was communicated to us just before the reservation time. But the sad part was the patio was overwhelmed by flies. We were swatting away flies the whole time. It was awful. Did not enjoy our food, did not want to stay and have any desserts or coffee because of the flies. I hope they remedy the alcohol issue, and also spray the patio to eliminate the flies, or provide table fans or something.
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Jesse
Hawaii
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on 31 July 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
They were having issues with their liquor license so the place was empty. Such a bummer cause the food was really good! And a lovely spot.
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MrPaulandMsPatricia
New Mexico
6 reviews
1.0
6 reviews
Dined on 31 July 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Very disappointed that this Gerald Peters restaurant is another victim of his holding company deciding not to renew its liquor/beer/wine licenses for their restaurants. What makes it worse is the dishonest manner in which they are taking reservations through Open Table and then hours before your reservation sending an e-mail that they don't have alcohol to serve as if its some sort of thing that just happened. We've learned that its been over a month since the license expired. The notice is too late to make a new reservation somewhere. There was a whopping 4 tables on a Thursday evening and a super slow kitchen which I can only assume was understaffed. Giant disappointment all around.
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Outstanding
Denver
13 reviews
3.0
13 reviews
Dined on 31 July 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Very disappointed there was no alcoholic beverages available at all... which means many servers and others were not on duty .. the one server and hostess same gal.. was also food runner.. needless to say everything was slow .. but very quiet!
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Shaun
New Mexico
3 reviews
vip
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on 28 July 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Problematic that Casa Sena lost their liquor license. Beautiful outdoor courtyard dining but tough when beer or wine isn’t offered, especially at dinner.
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cathyo
New Mexico
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 28 July 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
our waitress was wonderful. And Paul Bitts, waiter supreme… Is exceptional and La Casa Sena is very fortunate to have him. Thanks to all! You made our girls reunion last night dinner very very special.
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mike1944
Tampa
11 reviews
vip
1.0
11 reviews
Dined on 28 July 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The owner let his liquor license expire, so there is no wine with lunch or dinner.
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FAQs

La Casa Sena offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (505) 988-9232.

La Casa Sena is rated 3.4 stars by 3494 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

27 Nov 2024

19:00

Order delivery or takeout

125 East Palace Avenue, Santa Fe, NM 87501

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Washington
Area
Santa Fe
Hours of Operation
Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Club Legato Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Southwest, Seafood, Steak
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Validated parking is available in the public lot behind the restaurant on Nusbaum Street.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Randy Tapia
Entertainment
We feature live jazz on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night from 6 pm- 9 pm with a full bar and dinner service inside Club Legato.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.lacasasena.com/
Phone number
(505) 988-9232
Catering
Please inquire about our catering options with James Naranjo by email at Events@lacasasena.com or by phone at 505.466.5696.
Private party facilities
We offer 4 private dining rooms. We can also accommodate larger parties and private buyouts.

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La Casa Sena

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

64 Albuquerque Area Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Smoky Corn Chowder

Salmon

Atlantic Salmon

Appetizers

Fried CalamariUS$20.00

Pistachio Crusted Beef Carpaccio US$22.00

Yellowtail Tuna TartareUS$26.00

Carne Asada TacosUS$23.00

Rice Paper Crab CakesUS$32.00

Soups & Salad

Caesar SaladUS$14.00

Heirloom Tomato Consomme US$16.00

Quinoa Chopped SaladUS$19.00

Farmers SaladUS$14.00

Add to any saladUS$16.00

Add to any saladUS$11.00

Smoky Corn Chowder US$16.00

Entrees

Wild BoarUS$42.00

Pappardelle Primavera US$27.00

Smoked Duck BreastUS$46.00

LCS Chicken EnchiladasUS$26.00

Grilled Scottish SalmonUS$42.00

50/50 BurgerUS$23.00

Chilean SeabassUS$55.00

Prime Cuts & Specialty Cuts

8oz Prime Center Cut MignonUS$48.00

16oz Prime Rib EyeUS$61.00

16oz Prime New York StripUS$56.00

Jumbo ShrimpUS$16.00

Lobster tail 8ozUS$37.00

Venison 8ozUS$40.00

Sides

AsparagusUS$9.00

Onions RingsUS$9.00

Rainbow CarrotsUS$9.00

Sweet Potato FriesUS$9.00

Purple Duchess Potato US$12.00

Sugar Snap PeasUS$8.00

Skin on French FriesUS$9.00

Bread Basket US$7.00

Dessert

Crème BrûlèeUS$12.00

Flan US$12.00

Chocolate BrownieUS$12.00

Ice CreamUS$5.00

Mascarpone Limoncello Cake US$12.00

Pineapple Upside Down CakeUS$12.00

Key Lime PieUS$12.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does La Casa Sena offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is La Casa Sena restaurant rated?

Is La Casa Sena currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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