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La Boca - Santa Fe, Santa Fe, NM

La Boca - Santa Fe

4.8
4.8
5431 Reviews
$31 to $50
Tapas / Small Plates

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 35 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Great for fine wines
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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (505) 982-3433
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    James Campbell Caruso
  • Catering
    We happily offer full service catering to your home, business or gallery! We specialize in tapas platters, Spanish meat and cheese boards, and paella parties. Please inquire at labocasantafe.com and we will be in touch with availability!
  • Private party facilities
    We offer our beautiful Taberna dining room and patio for private or semi private events. Please inquire at labocasantafe.com and we will be in touch with availability!
  • Neighbourhood
    Santa Fe
  • Cross Street
    Lincoln
  • Parking details
    Downtown Santa Fe meters are enforced Monday through Saturday from 8am - 6pm. Residents and visitors may also park at the Santa Fe Convention Center (there may be a charge), the entrance is on Federal Plaza across from the Federal Post Office. La Boca does not validate parking.
  • Entertainment
    Check out our Facebook page for most up to date information regarding events and entertainment. We offer live music in our Taberna dining room.
  • Additional
    Beer, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 5,431 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
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New Mexico

    Best Food

  • New Mexico

    Hot spot

  • New Mexico

    Most Booked

  • Santa Fe / Mountains

    Best Overall

  • Santa Fe / Mountains

    Best Food

  • Santa Fe / Mountains

    Best Value

  • Santa Fe / Mountains

    Hot spot

  • Santa Fe / Mountains

    Lively

  • Santa Fe / Mountains

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Boca in Santa Fe offers an authentic Spanish tapas experience with "fantastic food," including standout dishes like paella and artichokes. The intimate setting and "great service" contribute to a memorable dining experience. Live music adds to the vibrant atmosphere, making it a "must-visit" for both locals and visitors.

5,431 Reviews
  1. Peter VIP

    Chicago5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    The place is quite small and tables are very close to each other. At 8;15 pm on Sunday, service was overall slow, and food took a very long time to come out. I ordered the garlic shrimp, patatas bravas, and filet mignon. the shrimp was old, overcooked, and the sauce was not anything Spanish. The patatas bravas had a little bit of pepper sauce, much less than normal, but had a large amount of mayonaise dip on top of it-not Spanish at all. The steak was fine, and the wine was good. However, when I finished, the manager came over and asked if I wanted something else. I asked for the desert menu, and she started looking at her watch several times. There were still several tables of customers, so I didn't understand why she was signaling me that it was too late. I complained, and they gave me a free desert, not of my choice. That's fine, but it still made an overall mediocre experience. By comparison, other Santa Fe restaurants at the same price point were far better in food quality, service, and overall experience.

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  2. OpenTable Diner VIP

    New Mexico8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Waiter was very helpful picking out Sherry and wine for dinner.

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  3. Cecilia

    New Mexico11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic! The perfect Sunday afternoon in Santa Fe! We sat at the bar and had great service, a journey & feast of food along with beverages. It was a relaxed environment. We finished the day here after skiing and what a treat. We were spoiled… it’s hard to say what was best because it all was so delicious. Okay… the Chicharrones was a favorite… crispy.. with a dipping sauce.. like a chicharrón nugget (instead of chicken nugget). The desserts … ufff can’t miss along with a cortado to dip the churro cookies… cant wait to visit again! Thank you for having us!

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  4. ElizabethW VIP

    Atlantic Canada5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wide array of choices suited disparate variety of dining preferences - all delicious!

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  5. Karla

    Dallas5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best meal we had while in Santa Fe! Small restaurant, around 12 tables. The food was fantastic! The grilled artichoke dish was so delicious. Great wine selection. We were there on a Friday night and they had a guy playing his guitar and singing Spanish tunes as well as some Johnny Cash and Willie Nelson classics. We had a wonderful evening.

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  6. GeronimoTasting

    San Francisco24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Celebrated a very important birthday and Boca made it special. Selections from their menu each paired with sherry was delicious. We’ve made Boca a favorite every visit to Santa Fe.

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  7. Mark

    Grand Rapids2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I found this to be a different dining experience then your traditional order an appetizer, then a salad and finally an entree experience. Here you order as many "small plates" as you wish for your table. You can order multiple dishes and continue to order more courses until you are full. The food was great as well as the service. Also, if you are in the mood for a cocktail, I would recommend you try their old fashion, it was one of the better ones I have had.

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  8. Susan VIP

    Dallas3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    La Boca is one of those places were it is consistently good. We have never had a dish we didn’t like. The food is amazing. The gin and tonics are delicious and light. Service is always attentive. It’s always a great option for food in Santa Fe.

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  9. SteveK

    Jackson Hole3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Great options with small plates and decent wine selection. Attentive service. Not fancy but worth checking out.

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  10. Douglas VIP

    New York City50 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great range of tapas well prepared and delivered. Out servers were helpful in guiding to portions and flavor’s of various dishes. The kitchen delivered delicious and well presented plates that our table of 4 shared with enthusiasm for each dish. The focus on Spanish wines was a nice touch for this menu. Would happily return.

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FAQs

La Boca - Santa Fe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (505) 982-3433.

La Boca - Santa Fe is rated 4.8 stars by 5431 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 35 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for La Boca - Santa Fe

72 West Marcy Street, Santa Fe, NM 87501

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Lincoln
  • Neighbourhood
    Santa Fe
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Tapas / Small Plates, Spanish, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Downtown Santa Fe meters are enforced Monday through Saturday from 8am - 6pm. Residents and visitors may also park at the Santa Fe Convention Center (there may be a charge), the entrance is on Federal Plaza across from the Federal Post Office. La Boca does not validate parking.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    James Campbell Caruso
  • Entertainment
    Check out our Facebook page for most up to date information regarding events and entertainment. We offer live music in our Taberna dining room.
  • Additional
    Beer, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (505) 982-3433
  • Catering
    We happily offer full service catering to your home, business or gallery! We specialize in tapas platters, Spanish meat and cheese boards, and paella parties. Please inquire at labocasantafe.com and we will be in touch with availability!
  • Private party facilities
    We offer our beautiful Taberna dining room and patio for private or semi private events. Please inquire at labocasantafe.com and we will be in touch with availability!
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