Izanami

4.8

4787 Reviews

$31 to $50

Creative Japanese

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 51 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Innovative
Healthy

Izanami serves Japanese Izakaya fare: seasonally inspired small-plates meant for sharing, accompanied by the best sake list in the west. Please note that while we do our best to accommodate your seating, we cannot guarantee requests. We have been chosen by OpenTable diners as one of the 100 best restaurants for outdoor dining in America. Heaters and blankets assure you of a comfortable, safe dining experience year-round; dress warmly for optimal outdoor dining.
*NOTICE* Please expect delays beginning 04/22/24 due to construction on the main road up the mountain. Seek alternative routes to avoid delays. This construction is expected to go until August of 2024. Arigato.
Zozobra is an an annual event that kicks off the fiesta season in Santa Fe. For this event, Murales Road will close from 7 AM–5 PM, from Valle del Sol to Cuesta del Norte for fireworks set-up, and Bishop's Lodge to Gonzales Road from 3PM-11PM. Take Gonzales Rd up to the restaurant and give yourself an extra 10 min.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Creative Japanese, Japanese, Farm-to-table
Hours of operation
Mon, Wed–Sun 12:00 pm–4:30 pm Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(505) 982-9304
Website
http://tenthousandwaves.com/food
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Kiko Rodriguez
Catering
Please contact our chef for more ideas: kiko@tenthousandwaves.com
Private party facilities
We have a group coordinator to help plan your special events: from small to large, your own room or private area! Contact us at Izanami@tenthousandwaves.com for more details.

Location
21 Ten Thousand Waves Way, Santa Fe, NM 87501
Neighborhood
Santa Fe
Cross street
Hyde Park Road
Parking details
izanami is on the Ten Thousand Waves Spa & Resort property in Santa Fe NM. Park in the lower lot or along the driveway up and walk up the footpath to the spa and Izanami. There is accessible parking in the top lot near the restaurant and the spa.
Public transit
RTD Mountain Trail Bus Route<br />http://www.ncrtd.org/rtd-mountain-trail.aspx
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

tatami room
Multiple dates available
You have reserved a true traditional Japanese experience floor seating (with no well under the table for legs). Remove your shoes, and take a step onto our tatami room. A garden window view completes this unique dining experience. This is a unique experience, but it can be challenging for those with limited flexibility. Please let us know in advance if you need to change these reservations, as we will not be able to offer other options upon arrival. Children under 10 are not recommended.

What 4,787 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.6Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

New Mexico
Best Overall
New Mexico
Best Food
New Mexico
Best Ambiance
New Mexico
Innovative
New Mexico
Healthy
New Mexico
Great for scenic views
New Mexico
Most Booked
Santa Fe / Mountains
Best Overall
Santa Fe / Mountains
Best Food
Santa Fe / Mountains
Best Ambiance
Santa Fe / Mountains
Best Value
Santa Fe / Mountains
Innovative
Santa Fe / Mountains
Healthy
Santa Fe / Mountains
Great for scenic views
Santa Fe / Mountains
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Nestled in the scenic grounds of 10,000 Waves, Izanami is a standout dining destination in Santa Fe. Known for "amazing food from beginning to end," this Japanese restaurant offers a diverse menu of small plates, sushi, and innovative dishes. Guests rave about the "delicious food and wonderful service," making it perfect for special occasions. With an extensive sake selection and a serene ambiance, Izanami promises a memorable culinary experience, though parking and service can occasionally be challenging. Enjoy a unique blend of traditional and modern Japanese cuisine in a captivating setting.

4,788 Reviews

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Thom
San Francisco
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Be prepared for a hike up the hill from the parking lots below. But the restaurant has an inviting atmosphere, the service staff are friendly and efficient, and the food is an excellent fusion of Japanese and Southwest flavors. Prices are reasonable. Highly recommended.
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SASHA
Hawaii
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
I was really excited to eat here after glancing at the menu. The dining room is beautiful, and the menu is creative. Unfortunately, the staff lacked appropriate knowledge and also the willingness to help me create any substitutions to accommodate my gluten allergy. Considering the prevalence of gluten allergies, and the fact that soy sauce is made with wheat, I was surprised and Disappointed that the chef did not use tamari in place of Soy sauce In order to make the menu more accommodating. Overall, I thought it was overpriced for what it was. I ended up with a vegetable stirfry that was way too oily.
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Eric
New Mexico
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Birthday celebration! Amazing atmosphere, service, & presentation. Food was outstanding. We will be going back.
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Gini
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a fabulous lunch, from appetizers to dessert. Our server was excellent!
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Hope
Denver
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love it! Yummy as always! We love Izanami. We’ll be back again and again.
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Angel
New Mexico
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Izanami is consistently excellent. They have the best fried chicken ever. The ribs and pork belly tacos are amazing.
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Brian
Montreal
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Ate here several times during our stay. Excellent r every time. Love love love. Especially all the raw fish dishes we tried.
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Marianne
Philadelphia
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We loved our small plates dining at Izanami. The food was all excellent— I thought the cold black ink sesame noodles were especially yummy. It’s a special place, try not to miss it if you are in Santa Fe.
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Christopher
New Mexico
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Convenient, we were seated quickly although we were early for our 5:30 PM reservation. Busser was excellent, waiter was a little hard to understand but got our order right and got it to the table quickly. Everyone kept the water coming as we requested -- thanks! Food was great, everything we tried was excellent.
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Michelle
New Mexico
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I cannot provide a rave enough review for Izanami. Uniquely superb in every respect. You will pay for the freshest, highest quality ingredients and delicate culinary creations (served in a setting you will never forget) -- and it is worth every penny.
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You can order delivery directly from Izanami using the Order Online button.

Izanami is rated 4.8 stars by 4787 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 27, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 51 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

21 Ten Thousand Waves Way, Santa Fe, NM 87501

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Hyde Park Road
Neighborhood
Santa Fe
Hours of operation
Mon, Wed–Sun 12:00 pm–4:30 pm Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Creative Japanese, Japanese, Farm-to-table
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
izanami is on the Ten Thousand Waves Spa & Resort property in Santa Fe NM. Park in the lower lot or along the driveway up and walk up the footpath to the spa and Izanami. There is accessible parking in the top lot near the restaurant and the spa.
Public transit
RTD Mountain Trail Bus Routehttp://www.ncrtd.org/rtd-mountain-trail.aspx
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Kiko Rodriguez
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://tenthousandwaves.com/food
Phone number
(505) 982-9304
Catering
Please contact our chef for more ideas: kiko@tenthousandwaves.com
Private party facilities
We have a group coordinator to help plan your special events: from small to large, your own room or private area! Contact us at Izanami@tenthousandwaves.com for more details.

Izanami

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

tatami room

Menu

What 4,787 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Izanami offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Izanami restaurant rated?

Is Izanami currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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