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Santa Fe, Merimbula, AU-NSW

Santa Fe

5.0
5
4 Reviews
$A40 and under
Mexican

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for groups
  • Neighbourhood gem
Santa Fe is a warm and welcoming family friendly Mexican restaurant & bar located in the middle of the Merimbula CBD with incredible views over Merimbula Lake through to Bar Beach. We offer a high level of service in a casual atmosphere.
The beautiful vistas are visible from all of our three dining areas front open air deck and our rear covered deck.
Our menu includes a broad range of Mexican food favourites. We also feature excellent cocktails, wines and Mexican and local beers as well to make it a complete experience.
Located on the first floor of The Plaza. Access from Beach Street via stairs or use the lift next to Dwyers Real Estate.
Your hosts Peter and Jodie Dunnage are well known locally for their fabulous service and attention to the diners experience. We are proud to be the Travellers Choice for Mexican on the South Coast through Australian Good Food Guide.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $A40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, Tex-Mex
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (02) 6495 1552
  • Website
    https://santafetacobar.com.au/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Location
    Beach St, Merimbula, AU-NSW 2548
  • Neighbourhood
    Merimbula
  • Cross Street
    Beach and Alice Streets
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Set Banquet Minimum 2 Course

    A$44.00 - A$58.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    If you have a special function or event with more than 20 guests, let us look after you with our carefully selected Banquet Menu. We offer a 2 course or 3 course menu which offers some5ing for everyone. Most dietary needs are accommodated without any significant changes needed. Call us to discuss and book your event at Santa Fe
    Set Banquet Minimum 2 Course photo

  • New Years Eve Celebrations at Santa Fe

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Ring in the New Year by enjoying stunning views of the fireworks! We are open for dinner from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM. The kitchen closes at 8:20 PM, and the bar remains open until 9:30 PM. We will stay open for the first fireworks display and will close immediately afterwards. Please note that only pre-booked tables are allowed; we do not accept walk-ins. To make a reservation, please book via our website: www.santafetacobar.com.au. Outdoor tables are available, weather permitting.
    New Years Eve Celebrations at Santa Fe photo

Menu

12-2PM WEDNESDAY TO SATURDAY BAR SERVICE ONLY. ORDER & PAY AS YOU GO

Small Dishes/Entrees

  • Guacamole and House chipsA$12.00

    • Pico de Gallo/Chilli adobada salsa with House ChipsA$13.00

      • Wings (5) with either spicy red sauce or mild BBQ sauceA$14.00

        • Plain Nacho – cheese, pico de gallo, guacamole, sour creamA$18.00

          • Fries either salted or with Mexi-seasoningA$8.00

            Mains

            • Mexi BowlA$29.00

              with Jack cheese, iceberg, pico de gallo, corn salsa, guacamole, sour cream, Mexi lime rice and your choice of beef, pork, chicken, beans (1 protein only) GF

              • BurritoA$27.00

                with side of house corn chips, sour cream. Our burritos contain your choice of beef, pork, chicken, beans (1 protein only), spicy Mexi Rice and Quesadilla cheese. Extras available inside burrito include pico de gallo, lettuce. Corn salsa, guacamole or sour cream (charges apply)

                • NachosA$28.00

                  corn chips topped with Jack cheese, heated, then topped with your choice of beef, pork, chicken, beans (1 protein only), pico de gallo, guacamole, sour cream GF

                  • QuesadillaA$24.00

                    2 flour tortillas filled with quesadilla cheese with choice of pork, chicken, prawns or mushrooms – grilled and topped with pico de gallo, pickled red onion, sour cream and tomatillo salsa verde

                    • Tacos – Flour Tortillas (3) with choice of 1 of:A$24.00

                      Crumbed whiting fillets, iceberg, quesadilla cheese, pico de gallo, lime mayo, lime and coriander

                      • Beans with iceberg, quesadilla cheese, corn salsa, guacamoleA$0.00

                    • Tacos – Blue Corn Tortillas (3) with choice of 1 of:A$24.00

                      Pulled pork, avocado, jalapeños, pickled red onion, tomatillo salsa verde, coriander and lime

                      • Mushrooms, iceberg, corn salsa, spring onion, guacamoleA$0.00

                    • Rice & ProteinA$18.00

                      spicy Mexi rice, choice of protein (1) beef, pork, chicken, beans

                      Kids (under 12 only)

                      • Kids NachosA$14.00

                        corn chips, cheese with either beans or beef and sour cream

                        • Kids cheese QuesadillaA$14.00

                          served with corn chips and sour cream

                          • Kids fish and chip bowlA$14.00

                            with salad

                            Sides

                            • GuacamoleA$5.00

                              • Sour CreamA$4.00

                                • Red or Green Chilli SauceA$3.00

                                  • Mexi RiceA$8.00

                                    • Corn CobA$7.00

                                      • FriesA$8.00

                                        either salted or with Mexi-seasoning

                                        • BeansA$9.00

                                          Dessert

                                          • ChurrosA$14.00

                                            (4) served with a vanilla ice cream and ganache

                                            • American Brownie (GF)A$14.00

                                              served with 2 vanilla ice cream scoops

                                              Last updated: October 25, 2024

                                              What people are saying

                                              Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                              5.0
                                              5 based on all time ratings
                                              • 5Food
                                              • 4.8Service
                                              • 4.8Ambience
                                              • 4.5Value

                                              Noise • Moderate

                                              4 Reviews

                                              1. Roy

                                                Sydney

                                                3 reviews

                                                5.0

                                                3 reviews

                                                Dined 1 day ago

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 4
                                                4. Ambience 4
                                                Food was delicious, best meal I have had all week, food is fresh and healthy.

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                                              2. Brett

                                                New South Wales

                                                1 review

                                                5.0

                                                1 review

                                                Dined 6 days ago

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                Enjoyed a great birthday celebration for our family of four. The staff were great and took this on board. A good range of dishes on offer. Plenty of variety and enjoyed some of the cocktails on offer. A great view of the lake only added to the experience.

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                                              3. Simone

                                                Melbourne

                                                1 review

                                                5.0

                                                1 review

                                                Dined 7 days ago

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                The waitresses were amazing and very accommodating. Would definitely go back

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                                              4. Grace

                                                New South Wales

                                                1 review

                                                5.0

                                                1 review

                                                Dined on December 10, 2024

                                                1. Overall 5
                                                2. Food 5
                                                3. Service 5
                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                Service was impeccable! The waitresses and one in particular were admirable and lovely!! Food was delicious with an amazing dessert menu to follow! Will definitely be coming back here soon ☺️

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                                              FAQs

                                              Santa Fe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (02) 6495 1552.

                                              Santa Fe is rated 5 stars by 4 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 13 times today
                                              Experiences are available.

                                              Order delivery or takeout

                                              Google Map for Santa Fe

                                              Beach St, Merimbula, AU-NSW 2548

                                              Dining areas

                                              Additional information

                                              • Cross Street
                                                Beach and Alice Streets
                                              • Neighbourhood
                                                Merimbula
                                              • Hours of Operation
                                                Lunch Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
                                              • Price
                                                $A40 and under
                                              • Cuisines
                                                Mexican, Tex-Mex
                                              • Dining style
                                                Casual Dining
                                              • Dress code
                                                Casual Dress
                                              • Parking details
                                                Street Parking
                                              • Payment Options
                                                AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                              • Additional
                                                Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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