Santacafe

4.7

3946 Reviews

$30 and under

American

Santacafe

4.7

$30 and under

American

Santa Fe

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 16, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 51 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for outdoor dining
Charming
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.

Dining areas

Additional information

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
Neighborhood
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
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

CHRISTMAS EVE
$125.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 24, 2024 only
We are excited to offer a special three course pre fixed Christmas Eve 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.
CHRISTMAS DAY
$125.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 25, 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
$175.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 31, 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 SOUP$18.00
Gruyere & Onion Soubise Puree | Toasted Pepita & Garlic Crunch | Balsamic Croutons
APPLE & DRIED FIG SALAD$18.00
Radicchio | Frisee | Goat Cheese Mousse | Candied Pecans | Toasted Honey Mustard Vinaigrette
WINTER BURRATA SALAD$20.00
Golden Beets | Arugula | Pickled Red Onions | Brioche Toast | Blood Orange | Aged Sherry Vinaigrette
CRISPY CALAMARI$18.00
Four Chili Lime | SC Tartar
DUROC PORK DUMPLINGS$18.00
Ginger | Napa Cabbage | Sesame Tahini | Ponzu
CAESAR SALAD$16.00
Horseradish | Parmesan | Croutons
LOBSTER SALAD$30.00
Farm Greens | Watermelon Radish SC Preserved Lemon Vinaigrette
CURED SALMON$20.00
Pommes Paillasson | Crème Fraîche | Caviar
MAINE LOBSTER ROLLS M.P.
Baked Bread | Farm Greens Tartar & Tarragon Butter
SUMMER ROLLS$14.00
Mint | Cilantro | Basil | Rice Noodles Fresh Vegetables | Tahini Ponzu
STEAMED MUSSELS$22.00
Hatch Green Chile | Coconut Milk In House Made Curry
TUNA SALAD MELT$18.00
Olive Oil Poached Tuna Cheddar | Sourdough Farm Greens
MAGGIE’S PASTA$18.00
Maggie has been making pasta At SC for 34 Years. The changes each month
BRANZINO$26.00
Zucchini Noodles | Piquillo Pepper Lemon Caper Butter
ENCHILADAS$16.00
Green Chile | Organic Chicken | Cilantro Rice
CHRISTMAS CHEDDAR BURGER$18.00
Hatch Green Chile | Red Chile Aioli | Parmesan Fries
STEAK FRITES$32.00
Hanger Steak | Calabrian Chimichurri | Bleu Cheese Crema
Farm Greens$14.00
Watermelon Radish | SC Preserved Lemon Vinaigrette

What 3,946 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

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

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

3,946 Reviews

J
Jerry
New Mexico
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Santa Fe’s perfect restaurant. We love this place!
Is this helpful?
L
Lisa
New Mexico
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We are Santafeans, but this was our first visit to Santacafé. We were impressed. In our experiences, the restaurant ranked right up there with Sazon and NOSA. Mushroom soup, fig and apple salad, pork dumplings, and rack of lamb were all excellent. Very nice atmosphere; there was a big birthday party with a few kids in the next room, and we didn’t hear much because of the 3” adobe walls. Very nice.
Is this helpful?
N
Naomi
New Mexico
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful lunch with family visiting from out of town. We really appreciated the staff’s hospitality, great food, and caring toward our kids. We will definitely be back!
Is this helpful?
SF
SheilaF
New York City
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It’s always wonderful! Not only the food is perfect every time, you know exactly what to expect, but service is consistently top notch. It’s my favorite lunch spot in town
Is this helpful?
j
joan
Phoenix
62 reviews
vip
4.0
62 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The four of us were surprised and disappointed that the menu doesn’t offer fish besides scallops. Joshua is always pleasant.
Is this helpful?
H
Helen
Richmond
16 reviews
vip
4.0
16 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was excellent, beautifully presented, the ambience lovely, the service could not have been better BUT with the VERY noisy table of five/six immediately next to us we could not hear ourselves think. They finally left about three quarters of the way through the meal so we could then really enjoy all.
Is this helpful?
E
Ellen
Denver
69 reviews
4.0
69 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The dumplings were great. The mushroom soup was ok but the portion was laughable. The panna cotta was frozen and didn’t taste right. I’ve had much better meals there in the past.
Is this helpful?
N
Nancy
Los Angeles
35 reviews
vip
5.0
35 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always a long lunch at SantaCafe was a complete treat. Wonderful food and superior service.Now so beautifully decorated for the holidays, it was extra special.
Is this helpful?
R
ROBIN
New Mexico
62 reviews
vip
5.0
62 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It s always a good experience here…..the duroc dumplings were delish.
Is this helpful?
C
Ceal
San Antonio
37 reviews
vip
5.0
37 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was excellent! Beautifully prepared and presented. The service was also excellent - attentive without hovering. The noise level could be a problem if the restaurant was at capacity because the tables are close together but this was not an issue for us. We would definitely go back the next time we are in Santa Fe.
Is this helpful?

FAQs

Santacafe is rated 4.7 stars by 3946 OpenTable diners.

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

Santacafe

4.7

$30 and under

American

Santa Fe

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 16, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 51 times today

Experiences are available.

231 Washington Ave, Santa Fe, NM 87501

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
231 Washington/Paseo de Peralta
Neighborhood
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
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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

Santacafe

Santacafe

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

CHRISTMAS EVE

CHRISTMAS DAY

NEW YEARS EVE

GNOCCHI

DUROC PORK DUMPLINGS

Bolognese

Lunch

PORCINI MUSHROOM SOUP$18.00

APPLE & DRIED FIG SALAD$18.00

WINTER BURRATA SALAD$20.00

CRISPY CALAMARI$18.00

DUROC PORK DUMPLINGS$18.00

CAESAR SALAD$16.00

LOBSTER SALAD$30.00

CURED SALMON$20.00

MAINE LOBSTER ROLLS M.P.

SUMMER ROLLS$14.00

STEAMED MUSSELS$22.00

TUNA SALAD MELT$18.00

MAGGIE’S PASTA$18.00

BRANZINO$26.00

ENCHILADAS$16.00

CHRISTMAS CHEDDAR BURGER$18.00

STEAK FRITES$32.00

Farm Greens$14.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

How is Santacafe restaurant rated?

Is Santacafe currently accepting reservations?

Santacafe

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information