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Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in Santa Fe / Mountains

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Updated 05 December 2024

Looking for restaurants that are the best hot spots in Santa Fe / Mountains? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

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4.8

4.8 (2984)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Santa Fe

About the restaurant

Join us for one of Santa Fe's most unique dining experiences! We call it farm inspired cuisine with southern sensibilities. There's a reason Edible Magazine has awarded us Best Restaurant, Best Cocktail Program, and Best Chef. We pride ourselves on sourcing, and work with local and regional vendors to bring you the freshest food we can find. Our bar program is focused on American brown spirits with over 175 bourbons, ryes, and American single malts! And we also have an award winning wine list! Come and see why radish & rye is THE "don't miss" destination for tourists and locals alike.

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JULIE

Dined 3 days ago

We had a great night. I had a special request on seating and it happened flawlessly. We told our server we were headed to the theater and the timing was perfect. They have a magical way of staging the meal. We had plenty of time with our cocktails and then our fabulous and tasty meal including dessert. Two hours later we left. Reminder… do make a reservation. Two couples before us in line did not have one and while they were able to seat them in the bar, it seems to be so much easier to simply reserve.

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Flourless Chocolate Cake

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Fried Green Tomato

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Grilled Pork Chop

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Market Steer Steakhouse

4.8

4.8 (2137)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Santa Fe

About the restaurant

Market Steer Steakhouse offers a refreshing new take on fine dining, serving up an atmosphere every bit as charming as Chef Kathleen Crook's creative approach to Prime Steak and Regional American Cuisine.

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JohnVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Great service by all. Loved my lobster tail! John’s steak was fabulous. Wine great. We’ll be back soon. New favorite.

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7 oz Prime Filet Mignon

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14 oz Prime New York Strip

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10 oz Prime Flat Iron

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4.7

4.7 (7217)

$30 and under

Southwest British

Santa Fe

About the restaurant

Coyote Cafe & Cantina continues to be Santa Fe's most famous and celebrated restaurant & rooftop bar. Coyote Cafe continues to be Santa Fe's most iconic restaurant, celebrating our 30th year!

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AlexVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Bison carpaccio & squash agnialotti! Yum! With Belle Glos Pinot Noir

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Seared Diver Scallops

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Maine Lobster Tails

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La Boca - Santa Fe

4.7

4.7 (5329)

$31 to $50

Tapas / Small Plates

Santa Fe

About the restaurant

Opened in 2006 by 8 time James Beard Award Nominee, Chef James Campbell Caruso.
La Boca has the feel of a lively European wine bar, featuring an extensive selection of carefully chosen Spanish wines and Sherries. Chef Caruso's Modern Spanish Cuisine is inspired by the exuberance of Spanish cooking combined with fresh, local ingredients. La Boca has been called "the most influential restaurant in Santa Fe" by the Pasatiempo Magazine and the New York Times describes the menu as "modern re-inventions of classic Spanish cuisine" Knowledgeable and animated staff graciously guide guests to the perfect wine to complement their meals. La Boca also prides itself on being an ambassador of Spanish sherry culture, transporting its guests to Jerez in the crisp cool flavors of Fino, or the deep fig-essence of a Pedro Ximenez.

Join us every Thursday and Friday night for live music on the Taberna main stage!

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Sally

Dined 1 day ago

This was our first time here and we had a great dining experience. Our server was attentive and was able to answer all our questions. We had Negroni and Cava with our tapas. We started with two selections, olives and shrimp. Then ordered the grilled artichokes and skirt steak. They were fantastic, we will be returning. Reservations recommended.

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4.7

4.7 (5246)

$50 and over

Latin American

Santa Fe

About the restaurant

Originally from Mexico City, Chef Fernando Olea, formerly Chef of Epazote, has been enthralling diners in Santa Fe since 1991. Chef Olea creates sophisticated flavors using Old Mexico’s indigenous and culinary traditions alongside ingredients from around the world. His menu is deliberately small, featuring fresh and locally sourced produce and meats when possible.

Nothing evokes the mystery of Mexican cuisine more than mole, a sauce of complex flavors that usually includes toasted and ground spices, seeds, nuts, chocolate and chile. Many mole recipes contain more than thirty ingredients and some recipes have five varieties of chile alone. Chef Olea is delighted to share his moles that include his "New Mexican Mole" that he created to commemorate Santa Fe’s 400 year anniversary in 2009. The large mural in the main dining room, was painted and presented to Chef Olea by Federico Leon De La Vega, a well- known artist from Mexico City.

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Richard

Dined 3 days ago

Sazon is a wonderful eating experiences. This restaurant is clearly one f the best in Santa Fe

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4.6

4.6 (528)

$31 to $50

Mexican / Southwestern

Santa Fe

About the restaurant

The Pink Adobe restaurant stands proudly in the heart of Santa Fe's historic Barrio De Analco neighborhood, which is considered the oldest neighborhood in the US. Founded in 1944 by Rosalea Murphy, an artist and social connector, the restaurant takes its name from the rose-colored adobe plastering on the nearly 400-year-old hacienda that serves as its home. This iconic Santa Fe destination at the heart of the Old Santa Fe Trail has been known for its fun, vibrant atmosphere and outstanding cuisine. Some of the famous well-known dishes are still existing such as the Steak Dunnigan, French Onion Soup and Hot Apple Pie among with new and innovative creations from our Executive Chef Mario de Leon.

FOR CATERING AND EVENT INQUIRIES, Please send us an email to:
events@thepinkadobe.com

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Judith

Dined 1 day ago

Our waitress was right there! Made excellent suggestions including the legendary Osso Bucco. And got us to the Playhouse in time for the fabulous Charlie Brown show. What a memorable evening!

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Terra @ Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado

4.4

4.4 (981)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Santa Fe

About the restaurant

The flavours of northern New Mexico are on display at our signature restaurant, where global influences meet regional delights. With elegant and inventive cuisine, the sophisticated restaurant is backdropped by iconic mountain views in a sumptuous setting.
We offer live music on Fridays and Saturdays from 6-9pm.
Both indoor and outdoor (heated) dining is available, please reserve to your preference!

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JohnVIP

Dined 3 days ago

We live in Santa Fe and this was our first visit in a while. Sometimes resorts don’t do much to bring locals back. That was not our experience. Our server was fantastic. Very helpful with the menu and wine. She knew we were locals and did everything to make us feel welcome. The food was excellent. Because of this experience we’re putting Terra on our regular rotation.

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4.2

4.2 (555)

$30 and under

Southwest

Taos

About the restaurant

A truly Southwestern restaurant in the heart of Taos, Doc Martin's celebrates all that is New Mexico. Authentic dishes are handcrafted using local ingredients and served alongside an award-winning wine list.

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MerriVIP

Dined on 26 Nov 2024

Great dinner and eager to please wait staff. Bar servers seemed a little stressed but the restaurant was inviting and the food was delicious.

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DOC'S CHILE RELLENO PLATTER

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Doc's Chile Relleno Platter

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4.1

4.1 (423)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Santa Fe

About the restaurant

Rio Chama in Santa Fe, New Mexico is located not far from the Santa Fe Plaza, next to the state capitol. Since 2001, the restaurant has developed a reputation for simple, elegant dishes made with high-quality ingredients. You'll find a relaxing atmosphere offering a mix of intimate dining rooms, inviting patios and one of Santa Fe's most popular bars. It is a long standing Santa Fe institution, where Executive Chef Joel Hernandez features modern American cuisine serving the best prime rib, steaks and seafood. We serve the Edible Magazine 2023 People's Choice for best green chile cheeseburger. Excellent food, wine, and spirits with great hospitality and service make Rio Chama perfect for any occasion.

We take reservations for the dining room only. Our bar and Doug Montgomery @ The President’s room is first come first serve basis.

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Mark

Dined on 10 Dec 2024

Last night I took my daughter to dinner on a date to celebrate her 20th birthday. We sat in the President's Room and listened to Doug Montgomery play piano. It was delightful with the Fondue as our appetizer as a wonderful sharing appetizer. I ordered the Elk Loin and it was the best I have ever had cooked medium to perfection. I'm so grateful Rio Chama is here in Santa Fe. One of my top restaurants. Doug's piano playing was a delight! My daughter and I had a blast. Thank you Rio Chama.

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4.0

4 (38)

$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

Arroyo Seco

About the restaurant

Welcome to Saltos, located in the heart of Arroyo Seco, New Mexico. Our restaurant is uniquely housed within an expanded penitente church, blending historic charm with modern culinary innovation. We specialize in New Mexican inspired tapas, offering a delightful fusion of traditional flavors and contemporary flair. Enjoy our vibrant, spacious patio adorned with lush greenery, providing a serene and inviting dining experience. At Saltos, we celebrate community, heritage, and the joy of sharing exceptional food.

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Jolie

Dined on 18 Sept 2024

Had the steak frites with chimichurri- was prepared perfectly, tender and flavorful. Very generous serving of the frites- which is good because it's why we all get the steak frites, after all! Jimmy was playing so a good time was had by all!

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Live Music & Happy Hour 15% off ALL menu items 4-5

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