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1. Izanami

4.8

Exceptional(4953)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Creative Japanese • Santa Fe

Booked 74 times today

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.

2. Santacafe

4.8

Exceptional(4092)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Santa Fe

Booked 42 times today

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.

3. Geronimo

4.9

Exceptional(12859)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Fusion / Eclectic • Santa Fe

Booked 70 times today

Geronimo has established a reputation as THE place to dine in Santa Fe. Tradition and innovation merge at this Canyon Road legend, where simplicity and understatement reign. New Mexico's only Mobil 4 star and AAA 4 Diamond rated restaurant. Winner of TripAdvisor's Top 10 Restaurants in the United States.

A photo of La Boca - Santa Fe restaurant

4. La Boca - Santa Fe

4.8

Exceptional(5420)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Santa Fe

Booked 36 times today

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!

A photo of Market Steer Steakhouse restaurant

5. Market Steer Steakhouse

4.9

Exceptional(2217)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Santa Fe

Booked 18 times today

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.

6. Sazon

4.8

Exceptional(5361)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Latin American • Santa Fe

Booked 35 times today

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.

7. El Nido

4.6

Exceptional(2285)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Santa Fe

Booked 9 times today

SIMPLE INGREDIENTS. HONEST COOKING. UNPARALLELED AMBIANCE. At El Nido we present exceptional ingredients from sources we know and trust. Our menu follows classic cooking with intelligent innovation. Wood-fired pizza, steaks and seafood cooked on the Argentine grill along with homemade pastas are the basis for our food. Our seasonal craft cocktails and Sommelier procured wine list compliment our diverse selections.With many options we are sure you will find amazing ambiance in this historic building. You can enjoy the relaxed vibe of the Zozobra Bar or dine al fresco on our beautiful covered patio during the temperate Santa Fe summers. In the colder months you can keep warm and enjoy one of three fireplaces in our dining rooms, or dine at our Chef's Counter and view our open flame grilling. Something for everyone. We hope to see you soon, come relax and enjoy the best hospitality and ambiance in Tesuque!

A photo of La Plazuela at La Fonda on the Plaza restaurant

8. La Plazuela at La Fonda on the Plaza

4.6

Exceptional(3678)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Southwest • Santa Fe

Booked 31 times today

We do not accept reservations for breakfast and lunch, it is walk-in based only.In consideration of our dining reservations, we kindly ask you to abide by the following time courtesy standards: 1-2 Guests; 1 Hour 30 Minutes 3-5 Guests; 1 Hour 45 Minutes 6-8 Guests; 2 Hours 9-12 Guests; Reservations are only available at designated times (4:30-5:30, 7:30, 8:00) - 2 Hours 30 minutes*For parties of more than 12 guests please call our Dining Room at (505) 995-2334 La Plazuela was the hotel’s original 1920s patio and it retains that sunlit Old World charm. Skylights flood the dining room with natural light and handsome carved furnishings, artisanal lighting, and our much-loved hand painted windows create a beautiful, inviting room to gather, to dine and to make memories in. The menu was crafted to showcase old favorites with New World influences and authentic New Mexican cuisine. La Plazuela at La Fonda on the Plaza is Santa Fe’s gathering place. Come dine with us!

9. Horno Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(240)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Santa Fe

Booked 23 times today

Food for the people! Come and enjoy fine food that is not fine dining. We are an upscale gastropub that features seasonal, creative cuisine from around the world. Craft beer, outstanding wines and New Mexico spirits based cocktails. Casual, fun and upbeat atmosphere. Beautiful al fresco dining to enjoy 2023 James Beard nominated chef David Sellers' culinary creations

10. The Pink Adobe

4.6

Exceptional(591)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mexican / Southwestern • Santa Fe

Booked 28 times today

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 Rosalea's French Apple Pie among with new and innovative creations from our Executive Chef Andrew Fox.FOR CATERING AND EVENT INQUIRIES, Please send us an email to:events@thepinkadobe.com

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Central Texas •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Absolutely DELICIOUS! Some of the best food we have had in Santa Fe. Definitely will be back every trip from here on out.
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La Boca - Santa FePrice: Expensive• Tapas / Small Plates• Santa Fe
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4.8
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Denver / Colorado •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had a great birthday dinner here for my mom’s birthday! The food was amazing, and the service was impeccable. Very nice staff, and they brought a special dessert and Prosecco to celebrate. Love this place - great ambience too.
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SantacafePrice: Moderate• American• Santa Fe
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4.8
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Alison
New Mexico •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Perfect evening with delicious food and excellent service.
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IzanamiPrice: Expensive• Creative Japanese• Santa Fe
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4.8
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Stephanie
New Mexico •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Probably the best restaurant in Santa Fe. Every detail of the food is well thought out. The flavors are unique and wonderful. Presentation is spot on. Very attentive service. Beautiful artwork. The only downside (for me) is the noise level, but that is just personal preference and not something that would have even crossed my mind in my younger years.
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SazonPrice: Very Expensive• Latin American• Santa Fe
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4.8
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Matthew
New Mexico •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Fantastic, as always! Love the space, service, and deliciousness.
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GeronimoPrice: Very Expensive• Fusion / Eclectic• Santa Fe
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4.9

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