Palace Prime

4.7

703 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

27 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines
Romantic

Located one block from the plaza and one block from the Lensic Theater. We are a Santa Fe tradition reborn. Chef Angel Franco serves up small plates, farm-fresh veggies, seasonal seafood, and handmade pasta made with local ingredients, paired with premium wines and seasonally curated craft cocktails to enjoy in an elegant and historic setting. Our tree-covered back patio and fully covered front patio are open in the warm months when weather permits. You can also dine inside our chic bar/lounge or dining room with plush booth seating.

Happy Hour: 5 pm to 6:00 pm daily.

Chef, Angel Franco | Sous Chef, Jason Skirdlant | General Manager, Austin Flick
| Bar Managers, Ashely Lynn + Karli Guerrero

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Seafood, Farm-to-table
Hours of Operation
Dinner Daily 17:00–21:30 Bar Daily 17:00–22:00 Happy Hour Daily 17:00–18:00
Phone number
(505) 919-9935
Website
https://www.palaceprimesf.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Angel Franco
Catering
We currently do not offer catering.
Private party facilities
We would love to host your next event. Our semi-private dining room can accommodate up to 30 guests seated. We can host full buyout events as well as cocktail parties in our lounge. During the warmer months, we can host a number of events on our back patio. Please note that the patio is not fully covered and is weather-dependent for opening.
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
142 W Palace Ave, Santa Fe, NM 87501
Area
Santa Fe
Cross Street
West Palace Ave & Grant Street
Parking details
Metered street parking, meters are free after 6pm.
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

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Experiences

Wine Thursdays | GRAND BUDAPEST
US$75.00 per person
Prepaid
24 Apr 2025 only
18:00
Join 'Santa Fe Somm' Kristina Bustamante and Chef Angel Franco on the third Thursday of every month at 6PM for a selection of four wines and appetizers inspired by some of our favorite films. THE GRAND BUDAPEST HOTEL | GREAT WINES OF EASTERN EUROPE
Wine Thursdays | CLASH OF THE TITANS
US$75.00 per person
Prepaid
17 Jul 2025 only
18:00
Join 'Santa Fe Somm' Kristina Bustamante and Chef Angel Franco on the third Thursday of every month at 6 PM for a selection of four wines and appetizers inspired by some of our favorite films. CLASH OF THE TITANS | IT'S GREEK TO ME
Wine Thursdays | CLOCKWORK ORANGE
US$75.00 per person
Prepaid
19 Jun 2025 only
18:00
Join 'Santa Fe Somm' Kristina Bustamante and Chef Angel Franco on the third Thursday of every month at 6 PM for a selection of four wines and appetizers inspired by some of our favorite films. A CLOCKWORK ORANGE | EXPLORING NATURAL WINES

Popular dishes

TUNA TARTAREUS$15.00
maggi marinade | green onion | avocado | pecans
HAMACHI CRUDOUS$17.00
lemon | pistachio | mint | radish | olives
BASS CEVICHEUS$16.00
pineapple serrano marinade | radish | cherry peppers | cilantro | red onion | cucumber
BEEF CARPACCIOUS$24.00
black pepper | parmesan | capers | sherry dressing | caviar
OYSTERS ON THE HALF SHELL
mezcal mignonette | cocktail sauce | lemon | horseradish
- HALF DOZENUS$24.00
- FULL DOZENUS$48.00
PETIT PLATEAUUS$65.00
oysters on the half shell | shrimp cocktail | snow crab cluster | tartare du jour

SMALLS

MILK BREAD ROLLSUS$11.00
green onion | lemon anchovy butter
MOJO SHRIMPUS$18.00
shallots | rajas | black garlic
CRAB CAKEUS$26.00
citrus beurre blanc | roe
WHIPPED RICOTTAUS$15.00
mushroom al ajillo | mojo verde | grilled country loaf
ROASTED CAULIFLOWERUS$16.00
tahini | chickpea salad | herbs
LITTLE GEMUS$16.00
green onion caesar | crispy sourdough | parmesan | spanish white anchovies
ROASTED BEETUS$17.00
roquefort espuma | savory nut granola | greens | basil | lemon vinaigrette
ICEBERGUS$15.00
jamon serrano | marinated tomatoes | ricotta salata | garbanzo | basil | red wine vinaigrette

FLOUR + GRAIN

All pastas are hand made in house with imported Italian flour and local eggs from Cruz Ranch

ARROZ CALDOSOUS$32.00
seafood broth | clams | squid | mussels | shrimp | aborio rice
TAGLIATELLEUS$28.00
lamb merguez | stewed tomato | mint
GNUDIUS$24.00
ricotta | honeynut squash | pecan | brown butter | sage
SQUID INK SPAGHETTIUS$27.00
clams | garlic | parsley | chile flakes | bread crumbs
CHEESE BOARDUS$28.00
chef’s selection of three varieties of cheese | marcona almonds | house-made preserves | local honey | seasonal fruit | house-made crackers
CHICKEN LIVER MOUSSEUS$15.00
duck fat | stone fruit chutney | violet mustard | crostini

MEAT + FISH

CHICKEN ESCABECHEUS$37.00
organic and antibiotic free green circle 1/2 chicken | mushrooms | onions | carrots | sherry vinegar
BONE IN TXULETA FOR TWOUS$110.00
32oz ribeye | chimichurri | piquillo
CARRILLERAS DE CERDOUS$38.00
pork cheeks | parsnip puree | chermoula | beet jus
WHOLE BRANZINOUS$40.00
served boneless | crushed tomato | olives | capers | onion
MARKET FISH - Changes DailyUS$38.00
roasted sunchokes | sauce meunière
BURGERUS$24.00
house ground | smoked green chile | aged cheddar | lettuce | tomato | pickle | fries

COMPLEMENTS

CRISPY BRUSSELS SPROUTSUS$12.00
fish sauce caramel | cilantro | cashews
GRILLED BROCCOLINIUS$12.00
calabrian chili | parmesan
MAC + CHEESEUS$12.00
smoked green chile | aged cheddar | breadcrumbs
POLENTAUS$12.00
aged cheddar | parmesan
SMOKED POTATO ESPUMAUS$11.00
fingerlings | olive oil | parsley
POMMES FRITESUS$10.00
parmesan

What 703 people are saying

Palace Prime reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

New Mexico
American
Santa Fe / Mountains
Innovative
Santa Fe / Mountains
Great for fine wines
Santa Fe / Mountains
Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Palace Prime in Santa Fe offers a "wonderful dining experience" with "delicious and innovative food," and a "stellar wine list." Guests praise the "exceptional service" by knowledgeable staff, including standout sommelier Christina. The atmosphere is upscale yet inviting, featuring a "romantic" and "charming" setting. Highly recommended for special occasions.

703 Reviews

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Ian
Las Vegas2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We stopped in for happy hour and ordered food from the happy hour menu. It was all very good. The chicken sandwich and Brussel sprouts were particularly excellent. We each had a couple of cocktails which were all very good and raised the bar for cocktails in New Mexico. We can't wait to go back for dinner.
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RebeccaM VIP
San Francisco19 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious and innovative food and cocktails in a upscale but not snooty setting. Always a favorite!
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BethF
San Francisco2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is our favorite restaurant in Santa Fe. The menu is always interesting and the food flavors and presentation wonderful. The staff is always knowledgable, professional and personable. Many thanks to all!
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John VIP
New Mexico7 reviews
4.0
Dined on 16 March 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Will be back. A nice high end experience. Wait ha quality wait staffe and great food
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Mandi
New Mexico1 review
5.0
Dined on 15 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We continue to visit and never disappointed. The food, atmosphere, and service are wonderful!
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Michael
New Mexico10 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Chef Angel Franco outdid himself: lovely tuna tartar, the best stuffed quail I have ever tasted, then steak au poivre with incredible yucca fries. He will be turning the menu over soon to some lighter dishes, but if you can, rush in for a meal now. We recently hosted a friend who is a partner in two Michelin star restaurants in San Francisco, and he said that Chef Angel's cooking surpassed both of those. The restaurant was busy but the service seemed effortless. Wonderful drinks from the bar! We look forward to when the outdoor patio opens as well as the lounge and dining room. Five stars!!!!!
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OpenTable Diner
New Mexico6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 9 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The staff and food were great especially the gentleman who helped me with my glasses
Palace PrimeResponded on 11 March 2025
Thank you for the review! Glad we were able to help locate your glasses ;) Looking forward to hosting you again!
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Sandra VIP
New Mexico31 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
A great spot with an ambience not common to Santa Fe. Nice, dark, traditional steakhouse bar with killer Happy Hour menu. Great drinks, solid wine list, tasty food, and impeccable service. (We usually sit in the bar.)
Palace PrimeResponded on 11 March 2025
Hello Sandra! We are glad to hear that you enjoyed everything that we have going on. Thank you for your great review. And we definitely agree that Daniel is FANTASTIC! Looking forward to hosting you again soon!
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Kathy
San Francisco13 reviews
5.0
Dined on 3 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food; fresh oysters and the rib eye for two was perfectly prepared and delicious. Flan dessert is scrumptious. Our server Daniel was great. Had family from out of town with two young children and the restaurant was very accommodating.
Palace PrimeResponded on 11 March 2025
Hello Kathy! Thank you so much for your kind words about the food. We are also glad to hear that you and your family felt welcome and had a great time with us. Looking forward to the next time we get to host you all!
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Cupcake VIP
Las Vegas2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was excellent—-what you would expect from a higher end restaurant in Santa Fe. The psalm Christina is awesome. She really knows her wines. Her pairings for us were excellent. Each of us had something different from the menu. Nothing was less than anticipated. The meats were cooked to perfection. The seafood was wonderfully prepared so that you can still taste what you were eating.. The remodel worked out the noise level in the main dining room. It was enjoyable and a lovely setting we were told about a new bar that’s going in for the summer. We can’t wait to experience that too.
Palace PrimeResponded on 11 March 2025
Hello Cupcake :) Thank you for taking the time to send such kind words our way. We really appreciate it and have been working hard at bringing Santa Fe something unique and enjoyable from both a service standpoint and the food! Kristiana is just the best and we are blessed to have her on our team! So glad you had a memorable time with us and we are very much looking forward to hosting you in our new bar this summer!
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FAQs

Palace Prime offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (505) 919-9935.

Palace Prime is rated 4.7 stars by 703 OpenTable diners.

Palace Prime does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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