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El Nido, Santa Fe, NM

El Nido

4.7
4.7
2300 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary Italian
1577 Bishop's Lodge Rd., Santa Fe, NM 87506

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 p.m.
Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
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!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Italian, Steakhouse, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (505) 954-1272
  • Website
    http://www.elnidosantafe.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Ziggy
  • Private party facilities
    We have multiple areas to host your special occasion or event. From cocktail receptions, to business meetings and weddings. Private rooms available. Call for details (505) 954-1272
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    1577 Bishop's Lodge Rd., Santa Fe, NM 87506
  • Neighbourhood
    Santa Fe
  • Parking details
    Parking at rear of restaurant in private lot or along the street if full.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Pizza & Wine Night at El Nido

    US$65.00 per party

    Multiple dates available
    Join us on Wednesdays from 4:30P-6:30P as you wine and dine at Historic El Nido. Priced at $65 per duo plus tax and gratuity. With this deal enjoy a caesar salad, a margherita pizza, and a choice of bottle of red or white wine. Promotion is valid on Wednesdays and does not include holidays or special events. No substitutions.
    Pizza & Wine Night at El Nido photo

  • Mother's Day @ Historic El Nido

    May 11, 2025 only
    Join us during Mother's Day on 5/11 for a special brunch at historic El Nido. Enjoy our open fire grills and a special a la carte brunch menu from Chef Ziggy. Mother's Day hours will be 11 AM to 5 PM.
    Mother's Day @ Historic El Nido photo

Menu

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What 2,300 people are saying

El Nido reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • New Mexico

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Santa Fe / Mountains

    Good for groups

  • Santa Fe / Mountains

    Neighbourhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Nido offers "absolutely wonderful" dining with standout dishes like the burrata salad and sushi. Customers praise the attentive staff, including servers like Emily and Miguel, who enhance the experience. The restaurant's "warm and inviting" ambiance makes it a popular choice for special occasions, ensuring diners leave eager to return.
2,300 Reviews

  1. Shelly VIP

    New Mexico35 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Easter menu was fantastic!!! We have been going to El Nido regularly for several years and the restaurant never ceases to amaze us. Chef Ziggy creates the most fabulous meals and continues to add new items which are always wonderful. We love to dine out and keep going back to El Nido as we know we won't be disappointed.... To us there is no other place to have dinner. The staff are wonderful too - Natasha is amazing at the bar and Leslie, Miguel, Carlos always make us welcome. We love it there! Cannot say enough! Shelly & Bud

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  2. Charlene VIP

    New Mexico32 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lisa our wait staff was excellent. Friendly and helpful in our selection.

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  3. Rick VIP

    Dallas24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always enjoy a meal at el nido. Today was special with the Easter brunch and all the choices were excellent. Squash blossomed, corn soup shrimp and grits burger and eggs Benedict yum. Staff is always lovely!

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  4. Becky

    New Mexico1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service excellent. Good delicious. I will go out of my way to visit El Nido once again. Definitely worth it!

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  5. Mark VIP

    Tulsa29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The restaurant was outstanding, and by far the best of any place we visited during our week trip to Santa Fe. I highly recommend the restaurant for awesome food, service, and ambience!

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  6. Brian VIP

    New Orleans45 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Started out great with the butternut squash soup and tuna stack, and two well made martinis. Entrees (filet and fig/prosciutto pie) followed, unfortunately server didn’t check back in for second cocktail or to ask how the entrees were. (They were both Ok not great). Place was totally dead on a Wed night so no excuse for this. At this check average , I expect much more attentive service.

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  7. Mark

    Anchorage8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Had the chop cooked medium. It was perfect all the way through. Even next to the bone where a lot of restaurants fail

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  8. Ray

    New Mexico2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Emily & the rest of the wait staff was very going. The only challenge was the sushi arrived late (they were very busy) & the other people were done with their plates. We cancel the sushi. No a problem. The sushi was taken off the bill & everyone left happy. Thankyou for making our anniversary a remember one.

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  9. Andrea

    New Mexico3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Emily was a great waitress and we had an amazing dinner. The burrata salad was perfection. The shrimp scampi should be a full meal option with a full loaf of bread. I'd probably order a different drink. The house margarita was not very good.

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  10. paula VIP

    Oklahoma City5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place with amazing dishes we all enjoyed! We will be back. 😊

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FAQs

El Nido offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (505) 954-1272.

El Nido is rated 4.7 stars by 2300 OpenTable diners.

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

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  4. Santa Fe / Mountains
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Make a reservation

2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 p.m.
Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for El Nido

1577 Bishop's Lodge Rd., Santa Fe, NM 87506

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Santa Fe
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Italian, Steakhouse, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking at rear of restaurant in private lot or along the street if full.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Ziggy
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Website
    http://www.elnidosantafe.com/
  • Phone number
    (505) 954-1272
  • Private party facilities
    We have multiple areas to host your special occasion or event. From cocktail receptions, to business meetings and weddings. Private rooms available. Call for details (505) 954-1272

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