Santacafe

Name: Santacafe
Address: 231 Washington Ave, Santa Fe, NM, United States, 87501
Telephone: (505) 984-1788
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8

4030 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

Jan 18, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 39 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Good for special occasions
Great for outdoor dining

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.

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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
Neighbourhood
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

VALENTINES
US$100.00 per person
Prepaid
Feb 14, 2025 only
SANTACAFE will be offering a special pre-fixed Valentines Menu for you and your loved ones. You will pick from a selection of appetizers , Entrees and Dessert. In addition to our signature dishes Chef Dale Kester will be adding Special Menu selections for this evening Only. Visit our website to see Valentines Day Menu. The only bill you will be presented will be for any beverages you choose to enjoy. This experience is Non Refundable We hope you choose to enjoy your Valentines with us.
Private Dining Room
US$250.00 per party
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
Your own private dining room complete with private foyer/lounge, custom table seating, staff and restroom facilities.

Popular dishes

PORCINI MUSHROOM SOUPUS$18.00
Gruyere & Onion Soubise Puree | Toasted Pepita & Garlic Crunch | Balsamic Croutons
APPLE & DRIED FIG SALADUS$18.00
Radicchio | Frisee | Goat Cheese Mousse | Candied Pecans | Toasted Honey Mustard Vinaigrette
WINTER BURRATA SALADUS$20.00
Golden Beets | Arugula | Pickled Red Onions | Brioche Toast | Blood Orange | Aged Sherry Vinaigrette
CRISPY CALAMARIUS$18.00
Four Chili Lime | SC Tartar
DUROC PORK DUMPLINGSUS$18.00
Ginger | Napa Cabbage | Sesame Tahini | Ponzu
CAESAR SALADUS$16.00
Horseradish | Parmesan | Croutons
LOBSTER SALADUS$30.00
Farm Greens | Watermelon Radish SC Preserved Lemon Vinaigrette
CURED SALMONUS$20.00
Pommes Paillasson | Crème Fraîche | Caviar
MAINE LOBSTER ROLLS M.P.
Baked Bread | Farm Greens Tartar & Tarragon Butter
SUMMER ROLLSUS$14.00
Mint | Cilantro | Basil | Rice Noodles Fresh Vegetables | Tahini Ponzu
STEAMED MUSSELSUS$22.00
Hatch Green Chile | Coconut Milk In House Made Curry
TUNA SALAD MELTUS$18.00
Olive Oil Poached Tuna Cheddar | Sourdough Farm Greens
MAGGIE’S PASTAUS$18.00
Maggie has been making pasta At SC for 34 Years. The changes each month
BRANZINOUS$26.00
Zucchini Noodles | Piquillo Pepper Lemon Caper Butter
ENCHILADASUS$16.00
Green Chile | Organic Chicken | Cilantro Rice
CHRISTMAS CHEDDAR BURGERUS$18.00
Hatch Green Chile | Red Chile Aioli | Parmesan Fries
STEAK FRITESUS$32.00
Hanger Steak | Calabrian Chimichurri | Bleu Cheese Crema
Farm GreensUS$14.00
Watermelon Radish | SC Preserved Lemon Vinaigrette

What 4,030 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

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

New Mexico
Best Ambience
New Mexico
Great for outdoor dining
New Mexico
American
New Mexico
Most Booked
Santa Fe / Mountains
Best Overall
Santa Fe / Mountains
Best Ambience
Santa Fe / Mountains
Best Value
Santa Fe / Mountains
Great for outdoor dining
Santa Fe / Mountains
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Santacafe is a beloved Santa Fe gem, renowned for its "fantastic food," "outstanding service," and "elegant ambiance." Patrons delight in the creative menu, featuring standout dishes like lobster rolls and porcini mushroom soup. The attentive staff and memorable dining experiences make it a top choice for locals and visitors alike.

4,030 Reviews

M
Mike
Austin
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love going in on Thursdays; great atmosphere and wonderful service. Juan, Reggie, Rachel and Cassie are the best around town.
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millie
New York City
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Atmosphere was nice, food was okay…. Pork and lamb chops were overcooked. The accompaniments were okay. Drinks were nice and desserts were tasty.
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Chris
Los Angeles
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always excellent food. Quality service. Gold standard for Santa Fe
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Kirk
New Mexico
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is one of the top restaurants in Santa Fe. The staff is friendly, knowledgeable and attentive, and the kitchen is very skilled. We often bring out-of-town friends here when they are looking for something other than traditional New Mexican food.
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Key
New Mexico
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Appetizers, main meals and desert were excellent. The wait staff were very attentive and fun to be around. It was my wife's birthday and they made it very special. It's been a while since we enjoyed dining to this extent
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Lizz
New Mexico
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is fantastic but the real star here is the service! Every single person went above and beyond to make our night special especially our waiter Josh.
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Kaaren
New Mexico
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
SantaCafe's menu is not extensive. But the food is always good (especially Maggie's pasta, and I'm not a big pasta eater) and there has always been a satisfying choice for a variety of food preferences. I love the ambiance, on the patio in warmer weather, or inside in the multiple small rooms with just a few tables in each (4-5?). Calm, peaceful. A go-to restaurant for me. Never disappointed.
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Michael
New York City
21 reviews
4.0
21 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The mushroom soup was amazing however the steak frites was undercooked. The meat was very raw when asked for medium rare and the fries, as tasty as they were, could have been cooked longer as they weren't very crisp and some seemed almost raw and under-seasoned! Salad was good cocktails and mushroom soup were amazing. PS - would have enjoyed bread service had they not ran out of bread!
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Patricia
New Mexico
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cozy spot with delicious food and great service. Would recommend.
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Sandra
VIP
Denver
25 reviews
5.0
25 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The best service in Santa Fe and consistently great food as well! Johnny and Pablo are our favorite waiters but everyone is top notch. You can add lobster to anything you wish and wines by the glass are great. Don’t skip dessert! If you’re feeling boozy, have The Midas Touch! It’s beautiful and delicious. SantaCafé is perfect for ladies lunches, date nights, groups, or solo dining.
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FAQs

Santacafe is rated 4.8 stars by 4030 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 18, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 39 times today

Experiences are available.

231 Washington Ave, Santa Fe, NM 87501

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
231 Washington/Paseo de Peralta
Neighbourhood
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

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

VALENTINES

Private Dining Room

GNOCCHI

DUROC PORK DUMPLINGS

Bolognese

Lunch

PORCINI MUSHROOM SOUPUS$18.00

APPLE & DRIED FIG SALADUS$18.00

WINTER BURRATA SALADUS$20.00

CRISPY CALAMARIUS$18.00

DUROC PORK DUMPLINGSUS$18.00

CAESAR SALADUS$16.00

LOBSTER SALADUS$30.00

CURED SALMONUS$20.00

MAINE LOBSTER ROLLS M.P.

SUMMER ROLLSUS$14.00

STEAMED MUSSELSUS$22.00

TUNA SALAD MELTUS$18.00

MAGGIE’S PASTAUS$18.00

BRANZINOUS$26.00

ENCHILADASUS$16.00

CHRISTMAS CHEDDAR BURGERUS$18.00

STEAK FRITESUS$32.00

Farm GreensUS$14.00

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