Santacafe

4.7

3973 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

25 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 38 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Great for outdoor dining
Good for special occasions

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.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Mon–Sat 11:30 am–2:30 pm Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(505) 984-1788
Website
https://www.santacafe.com/?y_source=1_MzI3NjAxMTktODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
DALE KESTER

Location
231 Washington Ave, Santa Fe, NM 87501
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
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Experiences

CHRISTMAS DAY
US$125.00 per person
Prepaid
25 Dec 2024 only
We are excited to offer a special three course pre fixed Christmas dinner to you and your loved ones. There will be several appetizers, entrees and deserts to choose from. Once you book through Open Table the experience for food, tax and gratuity are taken care of so the only bill that will be presented to you after your meal is the beverages you choose to enjoy. We look forward to continuing this Christmas Tradition at SANTACAFE. This experience is Non Refundable. We ask you respect the experience is for 90 minutes for two guests and 120 minutes for guests to three of more.
NEW YEARS EVE
US$175.00 per person
Prepaid
31 Dec 2024 only
We are excited to offer a special Five course NEW YEARS EVE tasting Menu Complimentary Glass of Champagne with Kumamoto Oysters & Champagne Vinaigrette Radicchio salad, candied pecans, goat cheese mousse, Toasted Honey Figs Choose between Halibut Cheeks OR Foie Gras Stuffed Quail w/ Blood Orange & 5 Spice Choose Between Harrison Ranch Filet Mignon OR "Lobster Roll" Brioche , Sauce Mornay Tuxedo Chocolate Mirror Cake w/ Hazelnut Ice Cream We will be offering a 5pm a 7:00pm and a 9:00pm seating. PLEASE RESPECT THE EXPERIENCE is for a TWO HOUR PERIOD. Once you book through Open Table the experience for food, tax and gratuity are taken care of, the only bill that will be presented to you after your meal is the beverages you choose to enjoy.

Popular dishes

PORCINI MUSHROOM SOUPUS$18.00
Gruyere & Onion Soubise Puree | Toasted Pepita & Garlic Crunch | Balsamic Croutons
APPLE & DRIED FIG SALADUS$18.00
Radicchio | Frisee | Goat Cheese Mousse | Candied Pecans | Toasted Honey Mustard Vinaigrette
WINTER BURRATA SALADUS$20.00
Golden Beets | Arugula | Pickled Red Onions | Brioche Toast | Blood Orange | Aged Sherry Vinaigrette
CRISPY CALAMARIUS$18.00
Four Chili Lime | SC Tartar
DUROC PORK DUMPLINGSUS$18.00
Ginger | Napa Cabbage | Sesame Tahini | Ponzu
CAESAR SALADUS$16.00
Horseradish | Parmesan | Croutons
LOBSTER SALADUS$30.00
Farm Greens | Watermelon Radish SC Preserved Lemon Vinaigrette
CURED SALMONUS$20.00
Pommes Paillasson | Crème Fraîche | Caviar
MAINE LOBSTER ROLLS M.P.
Baked Bread | Farm Greens Tartar & Tarragon Butter
SUMMER ROLLSUS$14.00
Mint | Cilantro | Basil | Rice Noodles Fresh Vegetables | Tahini Ponzu
STEAMED MUSSELSUS$22.00
Hatch Green Chile | Coconut Milk In House Made Curry
TUNA SALAD MELTUS$18.00
Olive Oil Poached Tuna Cheddar | Sourdough Farm Greens
MAGGIE’S PASTAUS$18.00
Maggie has been making pasta At SC for 34 Years. The changes each month
BRANZINOUS$26.00
Zucchini Noodles | Piquillo Pepper Lemon Caper Butter
ENCHILADASUS$16.00
Green Chile | Organic Chicken | Cilantro Rice
CHRISTMAS CHEDDAR BURGERUS$18.00
Hatch Green Chile | Red Chile Aioli | Parmesan Fries
STEAK FRITESUS$32.00
Hanger Steak | Calabrian Chimichurri | Bleu Cheese Crema
Farm GreensUS$14.00
Watermelon Radish | SC Preserved Lemon Vinaigrette

What 3,973 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

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Diners' Choice Awards

New Mexico
Best Ambience
New Mexico
Great for outdoor dining
New Mexico
American
New Mexico
Most Booked
Santa Fe / Mountains
Best Ambience
Santa Fe / Mountains
Great for outdoor dining
Santa Fe / Mountains
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Santacafe in Santa Fe offers a sophisticated dining experience with a "beautiful courtyard" and "outstanding food and service." Guests frequently praise the "amazing food" and "excellent staff," making it a favorite for both locals and visitors. While some reviews note occasional service hiccups, the overall ambiance and culinary offerings are consistently celebrated.

3,973 Reviews

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Susan J
VIP
New Mexico
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We enjoyed a beautiful Christmas Eve dinner at Santacafe.
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Cindy
Minneapolis
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely place to enjoy a holiday dinner. Very attentive staff.
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Ana
New Mexico
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food's always delicious and the desserts are devine!
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Rick
Chicago
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Santa Café - A Delightful Dining Experience I recently dined at Santa Café in Santa Fe and had an overall enjoyable experience. The ambiance was inviting, and the menu offered a great variety. The meal started with a fresh, flavorful salad that set a great tone. The pasta was absolutely out of this world—perfectly cooked and bursting with flavor. The enchiladas were equally delicious, showcasing bold and satisfying tastes. Their wine selection was thoughtfully curated and paired wonderfully with the dishes we tried. For dessert, we opted for the carrot cake. While it was good, it wasn’t quite the standout that the rest of the meal had been. The service started a bit slow, as it took some time for our server to get to our table initially. However, once things got underway, the service was excellent—attentive and friendly. Overall, Santa Café is a great spot for a memorable meal in Santa Fe. I’d definitely return, especially for that incredible pasta!
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Kathy
VIP
New York City
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We have been here many times and always enjoy it. Quiet as any good restaurant--food and service very good.
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Mark A
Fayetteville
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
We had an amazing meal and the range of options were excellent. This is a solid pick for Santa Fe finer dining, with an elegant casual atmosphere. While the greeting and support staff were cordial and welcoming, our primary server was subpar, cold, and rushed our service which was unfortunate.
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Meridith
VIP
New York City
28 reviews
5.0
28 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The hostess was lovely and found us a table indoors when we realized it was too cold for our son to dine outdoors. Our waiter was great. He was very friendly and professional. The food was delish. I had the beef bourgnigon and my daughter had the gnocchi. My son and husband had the scallops and the bolognese. All the food was hot and delicious. Oh and the cocktails were great too.
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Mack
Las Vegas
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
An amazing experience! The food and service were top notch.
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Melissa
VIP
San Antonio
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The night started off on a sour note as we had a reservation and we were seated 45 minutes behind our reservation time. The hostess and bartender “made good” by complimenting our drinks as we waited. Other than that, we enjoyed our food and our waiter was great.
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LORRI
VIP
New Mexico
38 reviews
5.0
38 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Santacafe is a special place for my husband and myself. We made a spontaneous reservation yesterday and showed up for dinner. They brought us complimentary champagne and told us Happy Anniversary once we were seated. It’s been a few years since we celebrated our anniversary at Santacafe but they had notes and made us feel so special the whole evening. The service was fantastic as was the food and wine. Thank you for making it a wonderful night 💕
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Santacafe is rated 4.7 stars by 3973 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

25 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 38 times today

Experiences are available.

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
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
https://www.santacafe.com/?y_source=1_MzI3NjAxMTktODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=
Phone number
(505) 984-1788

Santacafe

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Dining areas

Additional information

CHRISTMAS DAY

NEW YEARS EVE

GNOCCHI

DUROC PORK DUMPLINGS

Bolognese

Lunch

PORCINI MUSHROOM SOUPUS$18.00

APPLE & DRIED FIG SALADUS$18.00

WINTER BURRATA SALADUS$20.00

CRISPY CALAMARIUS$18.00

DUROC PORK DUMPLINGSUS$18.00

CAESAR SALADUS$16.00

LOBSTER SALADUS$30.00

CURED SALMONUS$20.00

MAINE LOBSTER ROLLS M.P.

SUMMER ROLLSUS$14.00

STEAMED MUSSELSUS$22.00

TUNA SALAD MELTUS$18.00

MAGGIE’S PASTAUS$18.00

BRANZINOUS$26.00

ENCHILADASUS$16.00

CHRISTMAS CHEDDAR BURGERUS$18.00

STEAK FRITESUS$32.00

Farm GreensUS$14.00

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Diners' Choice Awards

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